Parma to Verona & Venice Bike Tour
Emilia-Romagna & Veneto's Wine & Cuisine
From $3,799 - $4,049 pp dbl. occ. | 6 days / 5 nights
(+$540 to $720 for sgl. occ.)
From Parma to Verona, passion is everywhere. In the air. In the water. In the art. Food is prepared with it. Wine is produced with it. The culture is steeped in it. Even the people themselves are famously passionate—look at Romeo and Juliet. And when you experience this place for yourself, you'll be passionate too.
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Italy
Start Parma / End Venice
Highlights
- Ride on peaceful one-lane roads while meandering through the winding northern Italian countryside
- Cook fresh tortelli alle erbette and learn the secrets of Italian cuisine in a private chef-led cooking class
- Explore fascinating World Heritage towns like Sabbioneta, Mantua and Verona—the last immortalized by Shakespeare
- Taste wonderful regional wines—including amarone, Bardolino and Valpolicella—right in their places of origin
Italy
Start Parma / End Venice
Itinerary
Day 1 A scenic ride leads from the Taro River along the foothills of the Apennine Mountains | An exclusive tour reveals the opulent living quarters at the Castle of Tabiano | Enjoy an aperitivo on the terrace with stunning views of the Po River Valley and the Alps beyond.
Day 2 Visit a small Parmigiano-Reggiano cheese farm in the quaint village of Noceto | A local chef shares the secrets of la cucina italiana during a private cooking class | Relish a sunset spin through the bucolic countryside before sitting down to a dinner, sommelier-paired with local wines.
Day 3 Explore ancient Sabbioneta, a World Heritage site known for its impressive ducal palace and synagogue | Pedal along the placid Po River to UNESCO-designated Mantua, home to numerous gourmet restaurants.
Day 4 Follow the lush Mincio River past serene parks and beautiful villages to Peschiera del Garda, a walled town that Dante once described as a fortress fair and strong | Take a stroll through Shakespeare's Fair Verona.
Days 5-6 Follow the Adige River to the foot of the Alps | Relax over lunch at a cantina near the shores of Lake Garda | Bike through renowned Valpolicella vineyards, where world-famous amarone is produced.
The earlier you book, the more choice you'll have and the lower your price. And you can always change your mind — you won't be charged to transfer to a different trip before your final payment is due. View cancellation policy.
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Gather your favorite people to share a Backroads adventure on a ready-to-book Private Trip - featuring all the legendary Backroads hallmarks from expert leaders to unforgettable activities. You can pick from the selection of dates below for your group; some dates are only available for 16 or more guests while other dates are available for 8 or more guests. If your party has fewer than 8 guests, or your preferred date is not available, we'll create a departure just for you. Call or email us to reserve your date.
2019 Private Trip Pricing
- 10 or more guests Guests: from $3,799 pp dbl occ
- 8-9 Guests: from $4,399 pp dbl occ
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