Switzerland is a wonderful choice for recreational cyclists, experienced cross country cyclists and mountain bikers alike! Cycle along the rivers (virtually downhill all the way), cross mountain passes, along lakeshores, through vineyards, the choice is yours.

Our bicycle holidays are designed for active travelers who take pleasure in exploring both the culture and the environment. The stunning scenery plus mix of cultures (German, French, Italian, and Romansch) make a cycling vacation in Switzerland a totally unique experience.

NEW for 2010! - GUIDED TOURS BY E-BIKE   (with guaranteed departures)

APPENZELL

THE RIVER INN

SWISS LAKES TOUR - l, ll, lll

GRAND UNESCO TOUR l - Matterhorn & Gotthard Experience

GRAND UNESCO TOUR ll - Mountain & Culture Experience

GRAND UNESCO TOUR lll - Magic Venice

In addition, we can also supply the following independent cycling itineraries in Switzerland. Contact us for details.

North to South - travel across the Alps from Basel to Locarno, via the famous Gotthard Pass.

Lakes Route - cross country cycle between Lake Geneva and Lake Constance, touching 17 lakes enroute.

Jura Route - easy cycle across western Switzerland from Basel to Geneva.

Shorties - we have 4 & 5 day versions of the Aare, Lake Constance, Rhone, Rhine, and North/South tours.

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RHINE ROUTE

7 day Independent tour

The most popular cycling route in Switzerland, we start deep in the Swiss Alps at the town of Disentis, near the birthplace of the River Rhine. Cycling downhill virtually all the way, we visit the ancient city of Chur, the Principality of Liechtenstein, Lake Constance, and finish by the Rhine Falls of Schaffhausen.

Rating: Easy to Moderate

Flat cycling along paved cycle paths by the river and through small villages and towns; suitable for novice cyclists as well as children. Some longer cycling days. Public transportation is readily available should you decide to cycle half days etc.

Transfers

Round-trip Swiss Rail transfers from/to any arrival point in Switzerland may be supplied at a cost of $140 per person.

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RHONE ROUTE

8 day Independent tour

Follow the river Rhone through three very different forms of Swiss countryside. We start at Goms, deep in the heart of the Alps, then cycle along dedicated paths mostly downhill through the Rhone Valley as we pass through Brig into the sunny canton of Wallis. Entirely different scenery again as we reach Lake Geneva, with the wide lake on one side and vineyards on the other side, all the way to the cosmopolitan city of Geneva. The Rhone Route unites extremely varied scenery with the many cultural highlights of this part of Switzerland.

Rating: Easy to Moderate

Paved cycle paths along the river; mainly flat or slightly downhill, with just a few small hills; suitable for novice cyclists, families and experienced cyclists alike.

Transfers

Round-trip Swiss Rail transfers from/to any arrival point in Switzerland may be supplied at a cost of $140 per person.

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AARE ROUTE

8 day Independent tour

A classic cycling route in Switzerland. Although the Aare Route starts in Gletsch in a high alpine region, the river has carved a bicycle-friendly way through the rock. No climbs are worth mentioning. You cycle through the cantons Berner Oberland and Swiss Mittel-Land, across the Three Lakes Country and into the southern Jura region. Enjoy charming provincial Switzerland, native farms and unspoilt nature.

Rating: Easy

Paved cycle paths along the river; suitable for novice cyclists, families and experienced cyclists alike. Some stretches along public roads in the towns.

Transfers

Round-trip Swiss Rail transfers from/to any arrival point in Switzerland may be supplied at a cost of $140 per person.

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ST. MORITZ TO INNSBRUCK

8 day Independent tour

The River Inn bike path: this down river tour offers the cyclist a combination of sensual impressions, from magnificent alpine panorama's, to cute mountain villages of the Engadin like Zernez, Susch and Lavin.

The Inn bicycle path leads through many outstanding landscapes: the wide Hochtal (valley) of the Oberengadin merging into the big forests of the Swiss National Park. As the scenery changes, you cycle into the Austrian province of Tyrol, welcoming cyclists with warm hospitality. The bike tour ends in Innsbruck, with a stay in this Olympic city one of the highlights of this wonderful bicycle trail.

Rating: Easy to Moderate

Partly paved cycle paths along the river and partly hardpack gravel paths; a few moderate hills but mostly flat or downhill; suitable for all levels of cyclist.

Transfers

Round-trip Swiss Rail transfers from/to any arrival point in Switzerland may be supplied at a cost of $140 per person.

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LAKE CONSTANCE - 3 Country Circle Tour

8 day Independent Tour

It would be difficult to find another European cycle route as popular as Lake Constance, with good reason! Three countries share this large lake in the heart of Europe: Austria, Germany and Switzerland, each adding its own special flair.

To mention a few of the art treasures encountered: the cultural heritage Island Rei-chenau, the baroque style pilgrim church of Birnau, or the historic old town of Stein on Rhine. Add the marvellous countryside along the lake, a cycle path winding its way through idyllic meadows, along glittering water, and in front of the stunning peaks of the Alps.

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LAKE CONSTANCE AND THE UPPER RHINE

8 day Independent tour

The Upper Rhine region has been protected from the effects of wars for centuries and is therefore very well preserved. Small medieval villages and the old diocesan towns of  Constance and Basel complement the impressive landscape of the Lake Constance region, nestled between the foothills of the Black Forest and the Jura mountains. Experience the young Rhine with the famous Rheinfall waterfall and the highlight of the cultural metropolis of Basel.

Rating: Easy to Moderate

Mostly paved cycle paths along the lake and river; a few moderate hills but mostly flat or downhill; suitable for all levels of cyclist.

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APPENZELL

4 day guided E-Cycling Tour across Appenzell country from Lake Constance to Lake Zurich

"Once a giant strode across the land carrying a huge sack. A rocky peak on the Säntis tore a hole in the sack. Thousands of houses poured out and scattered across the land". So says the legend of how the typical dispersed settlements of Appenzell came about. In a gentle hilly landscape one bump nudges the next in a wavelike formation, usually crowned by farmsteads which are lovingly termed «Häämet» by the people of Appenzell. It is in this hilly landscape that the advantages of the Flyer electric bike come to the fore. We ride along selected routes from Lake Constance through the countryside of Appenzell to the St. Gallen corner of Lake Zurich.

*        Be close to nature amongst the many hills of the region

*        Appenzell - culture and tradition

*        The diversity of eastern Switzerland 

Tour Profile - easy to moderate
Gentle rolling and hilly environment. Average km travelled: 40 km (min. 35 km, max. 45 km).

Day to Day Itinerary

Day 1  Arrival  approx. 25 km
Individual arrival in Rorschach. We meet at 14.00 hrs at the small railway station in Staad (2 km east of Rorschach). Flyer adjustment and first small trip to the Altenrhein nature reserve. After a coffee break we ascend to Rorschacherberg, where we are shown to our rooms before enjoying the beautiful views of Lake Constance with our evening meal.

 
Day 2   Lake Constance    approx. 40 km
After a tough climb we enjoy a fabulous view of Lake Constance in good weather. We take a well-earned coffee break in the spa town of Heiden before “flying” on to Trogen where we take a (optional) lunch break and then visit the Fünfeck palace in the afternoon. The Fünfeck palace in Trogen is the stubborn project of a fabrication plant in the countryside of Appenzell. After viewing the palace, we ride to Appenzell, our destination today. Once here we check into a beautiful Appenzell building at the centre
of the village, the richly traditional Hotel Löwen. After being shown to our rooms we talk a guided walk through the village.

Day 3  Right across Appenzell country    approx. 35 km

A relaxing ride from Appenzell to Urnäsch, also a well-known town in the area. Here we visit the Appenzell museum of tradition and customs. The old house has been browned in the sun and is a good 400 years old. It has served as a museum since 1976. The angular rooms with their crooked wooden floors are home to a presentation of the farming culture of Appenzell country: The living tradition – Silvesterchlausen, the Alpfahrt - as well as living and clothing from past times, children’s toys, folk art and craftworks. Now comes a lengthy ascent and we are relieved that our Flyers are assisted by electric motors. Travel on to Hemberg and lunch break (optional). After this we cycle on to our destination today, Ebnat-Kappel. The modern Hotel Kapplerhof has a swimming pool and spa facilities.

Day 4  Lake Zurich    approx. 35 km
Today we cross the Ricken and it is only possible with such ease on a Flyer. We take a coffee break on the Ricken Pass Then we take a pretty route along Lake Obersee, passing the Wurmsbach monastery
and on to Rapperswil. We arrive in Rapperswil around lunchtime. Farewell drink and individual journey home.

Transfers

Round-trip Swiss Rail transfers from/to any arrival point in Switzerland may be supplied at a cost of $140 per person.

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THE RIVER INN

6 day Guided E-Cycling Tour from Innsbruck to the Source
   

The Inn cycle path takes you through a breathtaking region with imposing alpine panoramas. Surrounded by powerful two and three-thousand metre peaks, with Engadine villages snuggled between them on the slopes. We make our way by electric bike in the opposite direction to the river’s flow, from Innsbruck to Filisur.

 
*     Cycle along the Inn from Austria into Switzerland
*     Powerful alpine panorama
*     Famous Engadin Valley & Albula Pass Crossing
 

Tour Rating- easy to moderate
Soft rolling countryside with a few ascents and descents. Confident bike riding ability essential. Average km travelled per day: approx. 50 km (min. 20, max. 70 km)

Day to Day Itinerary

Day 1    Travel to Innsbruck    approx. 20 km
Individual travel to Inzing (near Innsbruck). Receipt of the Flyer and initial tester trip into the capital of the Tyrol, to Innsbruck (575m above sea level). The Inn accompanies us on our journey into the history-laden metropolis: The old part of the city is one of the best kept city centres in Austria dating back to the Middle Ages. The famed «Goldene Dacherl» and the revamped Baroque Helblinghaus are some of the historic high points.

Day 3    Imst – Samnaun   approx. 70 km     830–1840m above sea level
Today’s bike route takes us to Landeck, where we meet with exciting cycle topography – the wild and foaming Inn and the picturesque mountain landscape come every closer. The Oberinn valley is one of the most climatically favourable regions of the Tyrol. Travel on to the duty-free enclave of Samnaun.

Day 4    Samnaun – Zernez   62 km     1840–1473m above sea level
We take the panoramic route through typical Engadin villages and towns such as St Moritz, and stunning mountain landscape and reach today’s destination of Zernez.

   
Day 5    Zernez – Albula Pass – Tiefencastel    approx. 65 km     2200m altitude differential
1473– 2315–850m above sea level
The crowing stage of the programme! Our route in the morning takes us from Unter to Oberengadin: We master the tantalising hilly stretches in the forest and ride in comfort along the Inn from Schanf. In La Punt we take leave of our constant companion since Innsbruck and climb to the height of the Albula Pass. Once at the height of the pass we enjoy a peaceful well-earned rest and a rejuvenating beverage along with the stunning view. Tucked into
warm clothing (preferably with a headband, scarf and thick gloves) we marvel at the descent without assistance from our Flyers, passing Preda and Bergün on the way. A few kilometres before our arrival in Filisur the stunning cycle path branches off and we leave the pass road. We now enjoy the wonder of nature once more on the last stage of our journey to Tiefencastel, far removed from traffic.

Day 6   Tiefencastel 

Individual onward journey.

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SWISS LAKES TOUR - l, ll, lll

4 to 12 Day Guided E-Bike Cycling Tour across Switzerland from Lake Geneva to Lake Constance

The Lakes Route is aptly named because from its start in Vevey on Lake Geneva in the south, the route skirts 16 lakes before reaching its destination at Lake Constance in the north. We offer this tour in three stages, each four
days and three nights. Of course you can combine all three parts and cycle in 12 days across Switzerland. If you complete the Lakes Route you can pat yourself on the back and know that you've really experienced Switzerland..

*        Cycling along 16 Swiss Lakes.
*        Picture-Book Switzerland - Gruyères, Simmen Valley, Bernese Oberland, Lucerne, Heidiland.
*        Combine one, two or three stages.

Tour Rating - moderate
Longer stretches along rivers and lakes. Some moderate hills and passes. Average km travelled per day: approx. 55 km (min. 42 km, max. 73 km). Easily traversed by e-bike.

Swiss Lakes Part 1- Lake Geneva to Meiringen

3rd day Gruyères - Simmen valley / Bernese Oberland    approx. 64 km
The clanking of cow bells will be your constant companion on this stretch in Saanen country and the Simmen valley. This is dairying country at its best. We overnight in the heart of the Simmen valley, in Boltigen.

   
4th day Simmen valley - Meiringen     approx. 73 km
Lake Thun and Lake Brienz are framed by the snowy peaks of the Bernese Alps – a panorama that doesn't get better than this! And as for Interlaken, the adventure capital of Switzerland, there’s no shortage of choice.

 
END OF ITINERARY  SWISS LAKES PART I - Individual onward journey or post-tour Swiss Lakes Part II.

Swiss Lakes Part ll - Bernese Oberland to lake of Zurich

Day to Day Itinerary

1st day Arrival in Meiringen
Individual arrival in Meiringen. Overnights in selected 3 or 4 Star Hotel.

 
2nd day Meiringen - Lake of Lucerne approx. 73 km
We meet at 08h00 in the lobby of our Hotel. Your guide welcomes you and you get your bicycle ready. The Brünig Pass is an exciting challenge for some, a steep obstacle for others. As long as you know that the cable car at Meiringen can also whisk you up to Hasliberg and from there it is pretty much a downhill ride all the way – along
Lake Lungern and Lake Sarnen to the shores of Lake Lucerne.

3rd day Lucerne - Lake of Aegeri approx. 58 km
A short section today. You will surely want to stroll through Lucerne, enjoy the panoramic view from Mt Rigi or Mt Pilatus, or perhaps take a boat ride and discover the beauties of the lake. Later on, Lake Zug awaits with cherries in every variety and at Lake Aegeri we are reminded that here centuries ago the Swiss Confederates forced the
occupying Habsburg army to flee.

 
4th day Lake of Aegeri - Rapperswil/Lake of Zurich  approx. 45 km
The Rothenturm high moorland is a precious tract of open countryside; Einsiedeln is Switzerland's most-frequented place of pilgrimage. Both of these are on your route today. From Lake Sihl it's down valley to the shores of Lake Zurich and your overnight stay in the charming town of Rapperswil – definitely a highlight on the Lakes Route!

END OF ITINERARIY SWISS LAKES PART II - Individual onward journey or post-tour Swiss Lakes Part III.

Swiss Lakes Part III - Lake of Zurich to Lake of Constance
 

Day to Day Itinerary

 
1st day Arrival in Rapperswil
Individual arrival in Rapperswil. Overnights in selected 3 or 4-Star Hotel.

 
2nd day Rapperswil - Heidiland/Bad Ragaz    approx. 50 km
We meet at 08h00 in the lobby of our hotel. Along the shores of Lake Zurich and Lake Walen between towering rock faces on either side. Visit Heidiland, homeland of the famous Heidi story by Johanna Spirig..

  
3rd day Heidiland/Bad Ragaz - Rhine valley    approx. 42 km
The holiday region Heidiland is, as the name really tells us, a small area in eastern Switzerland which offers practically everything that implies holidays and recuperation, promotes calmness and wellbeing, leaving stress and discontent far behind one.

In Sargans the Lakes Route leads into the Rhine valley and from now on it's plain sailing along the Rhine dam, through the Principality of Liechtenstein, and into Altstetten.

 
4th day Rhine valley/Altstätten - Lake of Constance    approx. 45 km
A pretty and very pleasant finale to the tour – riding along the River Rhine to Lake Constance and your final Lakes Route destination of Rorschach.

 
END OF ITINERARIY SWISS LAKES PART III  - Individual onward journey or stay an extra night.

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GRAND UNESCO TOUR l - Matterhorn & Gotthard Experience

8 day Guided E-Cycling / Walking Tour
  

This bike ride is packed full of cultural highlights and phenomenal wonders of nature. Beneath the spellbindingly magical Matterhorn, we will cycle through fabulous mountain scenery, enjoy delicious fondue and raclette, and discover more about the life of the local mountain farmers and the deeply rooted traditions of the original people of Wallonia. We will experience the Aletsch Glacier, a UNESCO natural heritage site, in all its inexpressible beauty and magnitude. We will encounter the romantic and dreamy Binn Valley Nature Park and the spectacular Goms mountain scenery.

*        Zermatt – at the foot of the Matterhorn.
*        Aletsch Glacier, a UNESCO world heritage site

*        Binn Valley Nature Park
*        Traditions and culture of the people of the Valais.

Tour Rating - Moderate

Hilly countryside with regular ascents and descents. Two longer ascents on day 1 (800 m altitude) and day 2 (1000 m altitude). Both are manageable thanks to our E-Bicycle. On day 2 you can ride a cable car instead of climbing by bicycle.

Day to Day Itinerary

Day 1    Zermatt

Arrive independently in Zermatt today. The balance of the day is free to relax and explore this gorgeous town under the famous Matterhorn. Perhaps take the train up the Gornergrat Cog Railway to view the glaciers up close.

Day 2    Zermatt - Bürchen   approx. 25 km
Arrive independently in Zermatt. In the morning, we leave the Matterhorn behind us and travel with our trendy electric bikes along the Matter Valley as far as Stalden. The first climb, to Bürchen 1300m above sea level, awaits us. This typical Walser village is situated on a wonderful sun-drenched terrace. We will learn more about the unusual "Suonen", the historic irrigation channels.

  
Day 3   Bürchen - Bettmeralp   approx. 40 km
We descend speedily into the Rhone Valley as far as Visp. The Rhone has its source at Gotthard and flows through the canton of Wallonia into Lake Geneva. We cycle upstream along the river toward Brig, where we will visit the famous Stockalper Palace. The people of Brig are proud of the Stockalper Palace, which was built in the 17th century by Kaspar Stockalper. Visiting the cellars, arcades and halls of the palace, then dreaming in the palace garden under rose bushes, enjoying the view of the monastery, the Jesuit church and Brig's Old Town with their towers - simply delightful!. In the palace halls are wallpaper and silk-paintings designed in Paris in the 18th century.
After a quick look around and an energizing lunch, our electric bikes take us to Bitsch where our spectacular climb to Riederalp and Bettmeralp, 1900m above sea level begins. Thanks to our electric bikes, we will accomplish this challenge with ease. If anyone prefers to be transported to the top, there is even a cable car available.
At Bettmeralp, a fabulous view of 20 4000m mountain peaks awaits us, as well as a traditional Swiss cheese fondue!

Day 4    Aletsch Gletscher UNESCO  Walking time approx. 5 hours
Today we explore the massif Aletsch Glacier by foot. A small packed lunch has been prepared for all of us. With a length of 23 km, the Aletsch is the longest glacier in the Alps. It is surrounded by the Aletsch Forest, which, at an altitude of 2,200 meters is one of the highest stone pine forests in Europe. The popular Aletsch hike allows us to experience the glacier and the forest at close range. After a short cable car run we start our route on top of Bettmerhorn and walk along moraine trails through the natural park. There are breathtaking views all along the way. Then it leads to Lake Märjelen and from there to Fiescheralp and back to Bettmeralp.

 
Day 5    Bettmeralp - Binn   ca. 35 km
One last look at the wonderful view and then we cycle with our bikes along the mountain track as far as Fiescheralp. After another sprint back down to the Rhone Valley, we visit the picturesque village of Ernen. On a village guided tour, we will discover why Ernen is known as the "musical village" as well the histories concealed behind the old gallows.
A short cycling stage brings us into the heart of the Binntal Landscape Reserve. The Binntal (Binn valley) surprises at every turn. A world classic and award-winning gastronomy in a mountain village. World-ranking architecture in a primordial landscape.

Day 6    Binntal   Walking time approx. 3 hours
There’s no better way to enjoy nature more intensively than a discovery tour on foot. It was the smugglers who came here first. They used the old pack trail (mule trail) on their way to Italy. Then came the rock crystal prospectors. For the Binntal had already garnered earlier renown for its mineral wealth. And it was the tourists who arrived finally. The Binntal Landscape Reserve offers primal naturalness from the mountain peaks down to the periphery of the villages – which coincidentally are so authentic that they have earned a prize for this very
attribute.

 
Day 7    Binntal - Oberwald   approx. 30 km
The valley bottom is still in morning fog, later the sun appears over the mountain and warms clammy hands. It is so flat here that even an airfield has been built. Traditional villages such as Münster and Reckingen exude their own special charm. We do have plenty of time to enjoy the Goms Valley. Go for a swim in cool (max. 19° C) lake Geschinersee or relax on the well-groomed sunbathing lawn or during a restful walk along the shores of the lake. The valley ends in Oberwald.

Tonight we enjoy another local speciality. With our bicycles we ride to Obergesteln and taste local wines and a dish called "Cholera".

Day 8   Oberwald

Your tour ends this morning. We highly recommend our trip extension from Andermatt to St. Moritz.
A short train ride through the Furka Tunnel brings you to Andermatt where you board the famous Glacier Express! One of the world's most scenic train journeys brings you to another UNESCO World Heritage Site - the Albula Bernina railway lines. In the evening you disembark in St. Moritz. 

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GRAND UNESCO TOUR ll - Mountain & Culture Experience

8 day Guided E-Cycling Mountain & Cultural Tour from St Moritz to Verona

From the Oberengadin Valley to Verona by bicycle, the thought makes the heart of almost every cyclist beat faster! Thanks to the electric motor support of our Flyer bicycle, we are able to enjoy double the breath-taking Alpine panorama:  After crossing the Ofen Pass we are greeted by the stunning mountainous landscape of the Münster Valley with its famed UNESCO world heritage site, the convent of St. John. We travel through the apple orchards of Vinschgau, fly along the Etschtal Valley past Meran, Bolzano, Trento right to Verona, a grand finale - the highpoint of this richly varied tour by bicycle.

           Superb views from Oberengadin across the Ofenpass, along the Swiss National Park

           UNESCO heritage sites in Val Müstair and Verona

           Verona, the city of Romeo & Juliet and the famous

Tour Rating - Easy to Moderate

Soft rolling countryside with a few ascents (climb over Ofen Pass) and descents. Average km travelled: approx. 51 km / min. 34 km, max. 75 km (last stage).

Day to Day Schedule

Day 1    Arrival in St Moritz.

Individual rail travel to St. Moritz. Receipt of the Flyer e-bike and initial tester trip on the Inn cycle path to Zernez, the gateway to the national park.
We cycle along the young Inn on well developed cycle paths which are partly tarmac and partially hardpack tracks. We get used to the electric bikes and enjoy the fabulous landscape of the Engadin Valley.

Day 2    Ofenpass - Monastery of St. Johann - Vinschgau     approx. 52 km
In the morning we “fly” across the Ofen Pass to Müstair. The grand mountain views that await us in the national park compensate for the ascents and speed us on our descents. Lunch in Münstertal. Afternoon visit and tour of the convent of St. John (World Heritage listed). Afterwards we cycle on across the border into South Tyrol and to Obervinschgau.

Day 3     Vinschgau – Meran     approx. 65 km
All the cycle paths in Vinschgau are richly varied and very well developed: The turbulent River Etsch (Adige in Italian) is our constant companion on our route to today's target, Meran. Keeps, castles and expansive orchards lie along the route and we enjoy stunning views of the Ortlermassiv and Stilfserjoch.
Meran is surprising with its Mediterranean flair and imposing mountain backdrop.
  
Day 4    Bolzano     approx. 40 km
The wild Etsch was efficiently tamed and channelled in the 19th Century: Vast apple plantations thrive along its well drained banks. The hillsides are home to vineyards and these soft rolling passageways are perfect for our Flyers: We journey along the old wine route through the Etsch valley with its numerous orchards and vineyards to our destination, Bolzano. We enjoy the old town with its beautiful alcoves and cosy squares, where we relax in the evening with a refreshing beverage or a glass of local wine. Here in Bolzano we notice considerably more Italian than German being spoken.
  

Day 5      Kalterersee – Trento       approx. 62 km
In the morning we take the disused rail line through hilly environs to Kalterersee. The district of Eppan comprises nine small villages and is the largest vineyard community in the South Tyrol. However, we do not just see endless wineries but also numerous keeps, castles and farmsteads. We pass Tramin, Kurtatsch and cross the Etsch for Kurtinig. German-speaking South Tyrol ends in Salurn. The final stage of our trip takes us along the Etsch to the old Episcopal seat of Trento, with its interesting old town.

Day 6    Trento – Rovereto      approx. 30 km
In the morning we enjoy the picturesque old town of Trento with a visit to the cathedral. In the afternoon we fly through the hilly vineyards of Trentino. The Etschtal becomes increasingly narrow as we head south and the crags of the mountain range draw ever closer; the impressive peaks that still keep their centuries long guard over the most important trade and military routes of Europe. Rovereto, our destination, is the second largest town in Trentino after the main town of Trento. This city was developed into an important strategic staging post by the Venetians in the Middle Ages. Numerous palaces, churches and monasteries speak of this era.
  

Day 7     Verona       approx. 75 km
The topography of the valley forces us to follow the path of the Etsch canal: It takes us on a predominantly flat route via Belluno to Verona, the festival city and home of Romeo & Juliet. We discover this magical city of the Middle Ages during a city tour. We visit not only the world-renowned Roman amphitheatre of Verona but also the interesting Basilica "San Zeno" and the "Casa di Giulietta", where we enter the arena which was home to the play Romeo & Juliet.

Day 8      End of Tour

You have some time in the morning to go shopping in Verona. Individual onward journey or extend your stay in this lovely city.

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GRAND UNESCO TOUR lll - Magic Venice

8 day Guided E-Cycling Mountain & Cultural Tour from Verona to Venice

Venice – the stunning, dream laguna city is the destination on our bike tour, which leads us through the Veneto region with all of its delicious cultural and scenic highpoints. All of the globally renowned cities link together like a pearl necklace: Verona, Vicenza, Padua and Venice. We conquer the ridge of the "Colli Euganei", with their volcanic origins, thanks to "e-flyer power" and delight at the numerous thermal springs.

*         UNESCO – World Heritage at its best: Verona, Vicenza, Padua and Venice

*         Volcanic ridge of the Colli Euganei

Tour Rating - Easy

Soft rolling countryside with a few small ascents and descents. Average km travelled: approx. 46 km per day (min. 30, max. 60 km)

Day to Day Schedule

Day 1     Arrival / Verona
Individual arrival in Verona, the festival city and home of Romeo & Juliet. We discover this magical city of the Middle Ages during a city tour. We visit not only the world-renowned amphitheatre of Verona but also the interesting Basilica "San Zeno” and the “Casa di Giulietta”, where we enter the arena which was home to the play Romeo & Juliet.

Day 2    Vicenza    approx. 60 km
We receive our Flyer e-bikes and cycle west through the hilly vineyard region. The route takes us through small pretty villages such as Soave, Monteforte and Montebello. Depending on the location of the hotel, we travel first to Vicenza or directly to Montegrotto. Once in Vicenza (World Heritage listed), we discover the city of the great constructor Andrea Palladio. It is “his” city, and it is marked by his impressive Renaissance buildings: Outstanding among which are the Basilica Palladiana on the Piazza dei Signori and the Teatro Olimpico.

Day 3    Abano Terme     approx. 50 km
Cycle trip south from Vicenza via the Monte Berico and then further south west to the renowned Euganei hills. The landscape of the regional nature park of the Colli Euganei is enchanting with its hills of volcanic origins, the highest of which is around 600m. Even in ancient times the region was inhabited due to the milder climate on the hills and the rich vegetation growing there. Equally impressive is the rich abundance of thermal springs. We reach Abano Terme and Montegrotto, two of the most well-known spa towns of Italy.

Day 4   Round tour of the Euganei hills     approx. 40 - 60 km
Today we can enjoy the hotel complex with its spa facilities or ride the Flyer on a discovery tour. The Colli Euganei form a unique hilly landscape, dotted with small villages, idyllic farmsteads and towns dating from the Middle Ages which are well worth a visit, such as Este and Arqua Petrarca.
 

Day 5   Padua     approx. 30 km
A comfortable visit to the staging post Padua. Padua (World Heritage listed) is not just the town of the holy Antonius, who is often called upon for help, but is also the home of the university at which the famous Galileo Galilei once taught mathematics. We discover the town on foot with a local guide. We see the most beautiful sights of Padua, including a stately number of dreamy Venetian villas.
 

Day 6   Mestre    approx. 45 - 50 km
On the last cycling day we continue along the Brenta canal. The canal was constructed in the 16th Century in order to protect the flat region from being flooded. Along its banks one finds numerous magnificent buildings – villas of rich Venetians. And thus we arrive at Mestre, the dry land of Venice, where we stay for this night.
  

Day 7   Venice
We travel to Venice (World Heritage listed) by public transport and enjoy the stunning, dreamy laguna with its many cultural treasures on foot. “Bella Venezia” is the main city in the Veneto region and is spread across 118 close-proximity islands supported by wooden stakes which are rammed into the sea bed. Today, Venice is a floating museum because almost every Palazzo, every canal and every bridge is worth seeing, telling many tales of the city. The Doge’s palace, the Campanile, the Rialto Bridge and Bridge of Sighs, as well as the famous St. Marks Square.

Day 8     End of Tour
Today it is time to bid farewell to Bella Italia. Individual onward journey or extend your stay in Italy.
  

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