Venice to Florence: From Rialto Across the Sea to Ponte Vecchio

★★★★★★4.3/5 (9)
7 nights
32 miles/day
Self guided from EUR € 1477
Bike tour in Italy
Rider Level: Recreational Electric bike tours
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Venice to Florence: From Rialto Across the Sea to Ponte Vecchio

★★★★★★4.3/5 (9)

Rider Level: Recreational Electric bike tours

7 nights
32 miles/day
Self guided from EUR € 1477
Bike tour in Italy

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  • Cycle the Adriatic coast, the Po Delta wetlands, and Tuscan hills to Renaissance Florence

    This bicycle tour in Italy connects two of the country’s most celebrated cities: Venice and Florence. Between these iconic gateways, you’ll pedal through a quieter, lesser-known Italy, passing orchards of kiwis, peaches, and melons, fields of sunflowers and vineyards, as birds sing and fishermen work along the canals.

    Discover authentic towns and villages off the beaten path, from the wetlands of the Po Delta Nature Park to the UNESCO mosaics of Ravenna and the medieval streets of Brisighella. Pause for a cappuccino in a lively piazza and listen as locals discuss daily life. On this unique journey, you’ll cycle beside rivers and coastlines while uncovering the traditions that have shaped Italy’s timeless character.

    • Venice to Florence Bike Tour
    • Colorful buildings in Chioggia, Italy. Unsplash@Stefano Marinelli
    • View of the sea from Comacchio, Italy. Unsplash@Samuele Bertoli
    • Gondolas in Venice, Veneto, Italy. Gabriele Rampazoo@Unsplash
    • Bruschetta originates from Italy! Calum Lewis@Unsplash
    • Venice in the Venetian Lagoon, Italy. Canmandawe@Unsplash
    • Coffee break, Venice, Italy. CC:TO
    • Cycling through Florence, Italy. CC:TO
    • Florence, Tuscany, Italy. Heidi Kaden@Unsplash
    • Vineyard, Venice to Florence, Italy. CC:TO

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    Highlights

    • Venice and Florence - from canals to Renaissance treasures
    • Ravenna - UNESCO mosaics
    • Po Delta Nature Park - flamingos and birdlife
    • Comacchio and Chioggia - charming fishing towns
    • Brisighella - medieval village in the Apennines
    • Faenza - world-famous ceramics
    • Fiesole - panoramic views over Florence and Roman ruins
    • Adria - ancient Etruscan town

    Learn More

    Learn more about our self-guided tours or see more bike tours in Italy. Interested in adding to your itinerary? Take a look at our cycling day tours in Florence.

    Venice to Florence

    Photos 

  • Tour Photos

    Traveler photos

    • Photo 1 (photo by Becki54)
    • Ferry from Venice to Lido (photo by Jim Gr)
    • Lido (photo by Jim Gr)
    • Comacchio, Italy (photo by Jim Gr)
    • Florence, Italy (photo by Jim Gr)
    • Tuscan orchards (photo by Jim Gr)
    • Venice, Italy (photo by Jim Gr)

    Venice to Florence

     Tour Description Daily Program 

  • Daily program

    Day 1: Individual arrival at Venice/Mestre/Marghera
    The adventure begins just outside Venice, with accommodations in Mestre or Marghera on the mainland. These towns are well connected to the lagoon city by public transport, making it easy to explore Venice’s canals and St. Mark’s Square before the tour officially begins. A tasting of local Grappa sets the mood for the journey ahead.

    Overnight in Marghera/Mestre

    Day 2: Marghera/Mestre/Venice – Chioggia/Sottomarina (22 mi / 35 km + ferry)
    After your orientation, cycle across the Liberty Bridge into Venice and board a ferry to the Lido. Ride along the narrow barrier islands of Lido and Pellestrina, enjoying views of the Adriatic Sea on one side and the lagoon on the other. Continue south to Chioggia, sometimes called “Little Venice” for its canals, fishing traditions, and historic ties to Venetian naval power. The nearby resort town of Sottomarina offers a wide sandy beach, perfect for an evening stroll.

    Overnight in Chioggia/Sottomarina.

    Day 3: Chioggia/Sottomarina – Adria (31 mi / 50 km)
    Follow quiet country roads along the Adige River, cycling through fertile farmland and villages known for melon cultivation. Your destination, Adria, was founded by the Etruscans and gave its name to the Adriatic Sea. Wander its canals and cobbled streets, relax in the piazzas, and enjoy the welcoming atmosphere of this small but historically significant city.

    Overnight in Adria.

    Day 4: Adria – Comacchio/surroundings (40 mi / 65 km)
    Today’s route traces the mighty Po River, Italy’s longest river, before following the Po di Goro branch into its vast delta. Cycle through this wetland landscape toward the Adriatic, with an option to pause for a swim along the way. End the day in Comacchio, a lagoon town built on 13 islands and linked by bridges. Once thriving from salt production, Comacchio still boasts elegant palaces, churches, and canals that echo its Venetian past.

    Overnight in Comacchio/surroundings.

    Day 5: Comacchio/surroundings – Ravenna (40 mi / 65 km)
    Ride through the Po Delta Natural Park, a UNESCO biosphere reserve home to flamingos, herons, and diverse wetland ecosystems. Cycling along embankments, it often feels like riding directly over the water. After a short ferry ride, follow the Adriatic coastline with its broad sandy beaches toward Ravenna. Famous for its Byzantine mosaics, Ravenna was once the capital of the Western Roman Empire and remains one of Italy’s great art cities.

    Overnight in Ravenna.

    Day 6: Ravenna – Brisighella (34 mi / 55 km)
    Leave the flatlands behind as the Apennine foothills come into view. Stop in Faenza, internationally known for its exquisite majolica ceramics, where artisans still hand-paint traditional designs. Continue into the hills to reach Brisighella, a medieval town with winding streets, the Rocca Veneziana fortress, and the iconic Torre dell’Orologio. This small village offers an authentic glimpse of Emilia-Romagna’s past.

    Overnight in Brisighella.

    Day 7: Brisighella – Florence (22 mi / 35 km + train ride)
    Start the day with a scenic train ride through the Apennine Mountains to Borgo San Lorenzo. From here, cycle two short climbs before descending into Tuscany via the town of Fiesole, known for its Roman theater and sweeping views of the Arno Valley. End your journey in Florence, the Renaissance capital, with its world-famous treasures such as the Duomo, Ponte Vecchio, and Uffizi Gallery.

    Overnight in Florence.

    Day 8: Departure from Florence
    After breakfast, your tour ends in Florence. If you wish, extend your holiday by combining this route with other popular Italy cycling tours, such as Bolzano to Venice, Florence to Rome, or a Tuscany cycling holiday.

    Photos

    • Venice to Florence Bike Tour
    • Colorful buildings in Chioggia, Italy. Unsplash@Stefano Marinelli
    • View of the sea from Comacchio, Italy. Unsplash@Samuele Bertoli
    • Gondolas in Venice, Veneto, Italy. Gabriele Rampazoo@Unsplash
    • Bruschetta originates from Italy! Calum Lewis@Unsplash
    • Venice in the Venetian Lagoon, Italy. Canmandawe@Unsplash
    • Coffee break, Venice, Italy. CC:TO
    • Cycling through Florence, Italy. CC:TO
    • Florence, Tuscany, Italy. Heidi Kaden@Unsplash

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    Venice to Florence

     Photos Accommodation 

  • Accommodation

    Hotels

    These are sample hotels and may vary based on availability.

    Venice/mainland: Hotel Mercure

    Chioggia: Hotel Grand Italien

    Adria: Hotel Stella d'Italia

    Comacchio: Locana La Comancina

    Ravenna: Hotel Centrale Byron

    Brisighella: Hotel La Rocca

    Florence: Una Vittoria

    Local hotel taxes are not included in the tour price. These taxes typically range from €1-5 per person/night and must be paid at hotel reception.

    Interested in visiting other areas before or after your tour? Visit our hotels page to learn more about lodging options.

    Venice to Florence

     Daily program Bikes 

  • Bikes

    Bike rental plus, 27-speed

    The Bike Rental PLUS is designed by KTM and provides noticeable upgrades on many parts of the bike. From the saddle to the breaks and gears you will see even higher quality (for example even more precise components for braking and shifting). The Bike Rental PLUS allows for a slightly sportier riding posture and a high-quality Suntour suspension fork provides the best possible comfort across all surfaces.

    Sizes: 63 / 60 / 55 / 51 / 50 / 46 cm (available for approx. heights between 61-81 in/155-205cm)

    Upgraded components

    • Hydraulic Magura HS 11 brakes
    • Shimano Deore XT derailleur on 27-speed
    • High-quality Suntour suspension fork

    *Posture for Bike rental plus will be upright and forward

    • A black touring bike with a yellow saddlebag and handlebar bag, placed against a backdrop of green grass and trees.

    Electric bike

    Electric bikes allow you to have more mobility and be able to thoroughly enjoy every cycle tour. The "great equilizer" allows you to stay beside your friends or family on the road! These unisex bikes are comfortable to ride for both men and women.

    Specifications on electrically-assisted bike

    • Unisex bike 8-speed (Height approx. 148–195 cm)
    • Bosch Active Line Plus motor
    • Battery 550 Wh removable with mobile charger
    • Hydraulic breaks
    • Range up to 120 kilometres
    • A red electrically-assisted bike with a yellow saddlebag and handlebar bag, set in front of a grassy field and trees.

     Equipment included with the bike rentals:

    • Saddle bag (water repellent), rear
    • Handlebar bag (water repellent), with clear cover on top for map viewing
    • Tools
    • Pump
    • Repair kit (with extra bicycle tube)
    • Combination lock

    Bike Protection:
    Bike protection can be purchased at the time of booking. You can read more about that HERE. 

    Pedals:
    The bikes will have flat pedals. If you want to bring your own pedals, please bring your own shoes and the necessary equipment to change the pedals.

    Helmets:
    Helmets are not included with the bike rentals. We recommend, for safety and hygiene reasons, that you bring your own helmet.

     

    Venice to Florence

     Accommodation Dates & Prices 

  • Dates & Prices

    Questions about pricing or options? Call +1-215-613-0874 to talk to a Tour Advisor now.



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    Pricing details and extra options

    • Season 1 2025 Sep 27–Oct 11 from € 1477
      2025 departures: Saturdays Sep 27–Oct 11
      2025 September
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      Tour package
      Double occupancy € 1477
      Single occupancy € 1876
      Bike rental Price
      Bike rental plus, 27-speed Included
      Electric bike € 106
    • Extra options
      Extra nights
      Mestre/Venice mainland
      Double occupancy € 85
      Single occupancy € 140
      Florence
      Double occupancy € 125
      Single occupancy € 224
    • Season 1 2026 Apr 4–17 & Sep 26–Oct 10 from € 1548
      2026 departures: Saturdays Apr 4–17 and Sep 26–Oct 10
      2026 April
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      Tour package
      Double occupancy € 1548
      Single occupancy € 1967
      Bike rental Price
      Bike rental plus, 27-speed Included
      Electric bike € 116
    • Season 2 2026 Apr 18–May 8 & Sep 5–25 from € 1628
      2026 departures: Saturdays Apr 18–May 8 and Sep 5–25
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      Tour package
      Double occupancy € 1628
      Single occupancy € 2047
      Bike rental Price
      Bike rental plus, 27-speed Included
      Electric bike € 116
    • Season 3 2026 May 9–Sep 4 from € 1718
      2026 departures: Saturdays May 9–Sep 4
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      Tour package
      Double occupancy € 1718
      Single occupancy € 2137
      Bike rental Price
      Bike rental plus, 27-speed Included
      Electric bike € 116
    • Extra options
      Extra nights
      Mestre/Venice mainland
      Double occupancy € 85
      Single occupancy € 144
      Florence
      Double occupancy € 125
      Single occupancy € 224
      Extra Options Price
      Printed route book € 20

    Included services

    • 7 nights accommodation
    • Breakfast
    • Welcome briefing
    • 27-speed touring bike (bike insurance included)
    • Luggage transfer
    • Detailed travel documents
    • 24-hour ticket for Venice (public transportation, bike not included)
    • 1x little Grappa tasting session in Venice
    • Train journey from Brisighella – Borgo San Lorenzo (bike included)
    • App navigation and GPS data
    • 7-day Service Hotline

    Local hotel taxes are not included in the tour price. These taxes typically range from €1-5 per person/night and must be paid at hotel reception.

    Tour Company

    Venice to Florence

     Bikes Other Details 

  • Map

    Maps are for information purposes only and reflect typical routes between overnight locations. They may not reflect your actual route.

    Surface and terrain

    This tour is primarily on flat terrain until the fifth day. On the sixth day, there are three to four hills that can be easily handled. On the seventh day, there are two small climbs followed by a long descent. The route follows dams, rural roads, and side roads with little traffic, the majority of which will have a paved surface. There are only very short distances that will be on roads with more traffic.

    How to get there

    Tour Start
    Nearest airport: Venice or Treviso, Italy
    Nearest train station: Mestre/Venice, Italy

    Mestre can be easily reached by train and air (through Venice).

    Tour End
    Nearest airport and train station: Florence, Italy

    There are excellent railway connections between Florence and Venice.

    Transfer from Florence back to Venice is possible on Sundays for an additional fee. Please see pricing.

    Tips on getting to and from your tour

    Venice to Florence

     Dates & Prices Tour Reviews 

  • Reviews

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    • ★★★★★ Edgar Albo 2 months ago

      A tour into the heart of Italy

      The tour was spectacular, amazing with a great mix of places: great cities, enchanted towns, warm villages. Every stop gave us a chance to watch something great, from nature to building, from churches to landscapes.

      What was the date of your tour?
      July 2025
      How many tours have you completed?
      3
      Difficulty (actual vs. expected)?
      As expected
      Who is this tour suitable for?
      Solo travelers, Families with teens
      Do you recommend this tour?
      Yes
      • 5/5 Value
      • 5/5 Included meals
      • 5/5 Bikes + equipment
      • 5/5 Hotels or boat
      • 5/5 Scenery
      • 5/5 Ease of navigation
      • 5/5 Tour documents
      • 5/5 Local tour company services
      • 5/5 Route selection
    • ★★★★★ Steve October 12, 2023

      An excellent ride; well planned!

      One piece of advice: Insect Repellent! The stretch through the Po River delta was thick with mosquitos.
      The route, logistics and equipment were all great. The hotels varied a bit, but were all at least adequate, and some were quite interesting and/or in interesting locations.
      While most of the route is on quiet roads or paths, there are short segments that have quite heavy traffic. So being comfortable riding along fast-moving traffic is, I think, important.
      Overall a very nice trip, and I will book again with BikeTours.com.

      What was the date of your tour?
      September/October 2023
      How many tours have you completed?
      2
      Difficulty (actual vs. expected)?
      As expected
      Who is this tour suitable for?
      Solo travelers
      Do you recommend this tour?
      Yes
      • 4/5 Value
      • 4/5 Included meals
      • 5/5 Bikes + equipment
      • 4/5 Hotels or boat
      • 5/5 Scenery
      • 4/5 Ease of navigation
      • 4/5 Tour documents
      • 4/5 Local tour company services
      • 5/5 Route selection
    • ★★★★★ Becki54 November 19, 2018

      Perfect way to see Italy for the first time!

      So glad we chose this tour as a way to experience Italy for the first time. Our tour guide was available and helpful. The route was perfect, coincided with the directions and GPS. E-bikes suited our group well. So fun!

      What was the date of your tour?
      Oct. 6-13
      How many tours have you completed?
      1
      Difficulty (actual vs. expected)?
      As expected
      Who is this tour suitable for?
      Solo travelers, First-time bike tourists, Families with teens
      Do you recommend this tour?
      Yes
      • Photo 1 (photo by Becki54)
      • 5/5 Value
      • 5/5 Included meals
      • 5/5 Bikes + equipment
      • 5/5 Hotels or boat
      • 5/5 Scenery
      • 5/5 Ease of navigation
      • 5/5 Tour documents
      • 5/5 Local tour company services
      • 5/5 Route selection
      • 5/5 Guides (if applicable)
    • ★★★★★ Gilles November 11, 2018

      What was the date of your tour?
      October 6-13
      How many tours have you completed?
      5
      Difficulty (actual vs. expected)?
      As expected
      Who is this tour suitable for?
      First-time bike tourists
      Do you recommend this tour?
      Yes
      • 5/5 Value
      • 4/5 Bikes + equipment
      • 5/5 Hotels or boat
      • 5/5 Scenery
      • 5/5 Ease of navigation
      • 4/5 Tour documents
      • 5/5 Route selection
    • ★★★★★ Sheedy July 16, 2018

      Disappointing

      We'd done the Mosel bike tour last year and it was picturesque, beautiful small towns, places to stop. This year we booked this trip to Italy to celebrate a 40th wedding anniversary. On the plus side, Marco from Eurobike was extremely helpful. Good advice and help with bikes. Always on call by phone. The first stop to Chiaggo was beautiful. They left champagne in our room for our anniversary. Really sweet.
      But after that the ride was super boring. Long stretch of riding alongside cow pastures or crossing busy roadways. No where to grab a bite to eat. Kind of like riding through the flatlands of Texas. We finally ditched the tour after 4 days and had them pick up our bikes instead of our luggage and went off and did our own thing. Again bike company was great and helpful, it just isn't a good bike trip.

      What was the date of your tour?
      June 2018
      How many tours have you completed?
      2
      Difficulty (actual vs. expected)?
      Somewhat easier
      Do you recommend this tour?
      No
      • 2/5 Value
      • 3/5 Included meals
      • 4/5 Bikes + equipment
      • 2/5 Hotels or boat
      • 1/5 Scenery
      • 3/5 Ease of navigation
      • 1/5 Tour documents
      • 4/5 Local tour company services
      • 1/5 Route selection
    • ★★★★★ James289 September 6, 2017

      Terrific bike trip!

      My daughter and I certainly enjoyed the wonderful ride from Venice to Florence. The scenery and small towns were great and the hotels all very nice.

      What was the date of your tour?
      August, 2017
      How many tours have you completed?
      Many (more than 20)
      Difficulty (actual vs. expected)?
      As expected
      Who is this tour suitable for?
      Families with teens
      Do you recommend this tour?
      Yes
      • 4/5 Value
      • 2/5 Included meals
      • 5/5 Bikes + equipment
      • 4/5 Hotels or boat
      • 4/5 Scenery
      • 5/5 Ease of navigation
      • 2/5 Tour documents
      • 5/5 Local tour company services
      • 4/5 Route selection
    • ★★★★★ Badger June 25, 2017

      Good trip

      An interesting trip from and to two iconic destinations stopping at several interesting cities along the way. Tour is very well organized and the hotels were all good to excellent. The route except for the last day is flat and mostly low traffic except near cities. In and out of cities can be high traffic and you need to be quite careful

      What was the date of your tour?
      April 2017
      How many tours have you completed?
      3
      Difficulty (actual vs. expected)?
      As expected
      Who is this tour suitable for?
      Solo travelers, Families with teens
      Do you recommend this tour?
      Yes
      • 5/5 Value
      • 4/5 Included meals
      • 5/5 Bikes + equipment
      • 4/5 Hotels or boat
      • 4/5 Scenery
      • 4/5 Ease of navigation
      • 4/5 Tour documents
      • 5/5 Local tour company services
      • 4/5 Route selection
    • ★★★★★ JPeter October 3, 2016

      History seen

      The accommodations were satisfactory to good (hotel in Choggia was wonderful). The trip was as expected and explained in the brochure. For the most part the directions and markers were decent except in Florence. Little to no markers seen and the directions to the parking garage given were incorrect for Florence, frustrating.

      What was the date of your tour?
      09/17 to 09/23
      How many tours have you completed?
      2 including this one
      Difficulty (actual vs. expected)?
      Much easier
      Who is this tour suitable for?
      Solo travelers, First-time bike tourists
      Do you recommend this tour?
      Yes
      • 3/5 Value
      • 2/5 Included meals
      • 3/5 Bikes + equipment
      • 3/5 Hotels or boat
      • 2/5 Scenery
      • 2/5 Ease of navigation
      • 2/5 Tour documents
      • 1/5 Local tour company services
      • 2/5 Route selection
    • ★★★★★ Jim Gr August 23, 2016

      Very scenic ride. Highly recommend this tour. Ricardo, our tour coordinator was ecceptional. Route was wall planed and the hotels were located centrally in the old cities and towns. Very nice hotels w

      What was the date of your tour?
      August, 2016
      How many tours have you completed?
      5
      Difficulty (actual vs. expected)?
      As expected
      Who is this tour suitable for?
      Solo travelers, First-time bike tourists, Families with teens
      Do you recommend this tour?
      Yes
      • Ferry from Venice to Lido (photo by Jim Gr)
      • Lido (photo by Jim Gr)
      • Comacchio, Italy (photo by Jim Gr)
      • Florence, Italy (photo by Jim Gr)
      • Tuscan orchards (photo by Jim Gr)
      • Venice, Italy (photo by Jim Gr)
      • 4/5 Value
      • 4/5 Bikes + equipment
      • 4/5 Hotels or boat
      • 5/5 Scenery
      • 4/5 Ease of navigation
      • 5/5 Tour documents
      • 5/5 Local tour company services
      • 5/5 Route selection

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