9
12 364
Arrive at Gabriella and Alessandro's farmhouse in time for dinner in their cosy dining room. *(Staying at Agriturismo ll Feudo)*
You start the day walking through vineyards and woodlands, before climbing Monte Gemola to arrive at Villa Beatrice. Onto Monte Fasolo, the highest point of the walk rewards with stunning views, before a descent enjoying glorious views of Arqua Petrarca. *(Staying at Hotel Villa del Poeta)*
Distance in Km: 14
Distance in Miles: 9
Explore Arqua Petrarca, still as it was when Petrarch came here in 1370. Visit his well-preserved house and walk up geranium-decked streets to sumptuous 15th century villas. *(Staying at Hotel Villa del Poeta)*
Today's walk undulates through shady woodland before dropping down to the fabulous Villa Barbarigo at Valsanzibio. Before continuing onto a choice of routes. *(Staying at Belvedere Resort ai Colli)*
Distance in Km: 11
Distance in Miles: 6.5
Catch the local bus (35 mins excl Sundays) to Padua, the region's second art city. View the Cappella degli Scrovegni (Giotto frescoes), admire Donatello's Gattamelata statue or savour a cappuccino in the largest square in Italy! You may wish to treat yourself to a spa/massage at Montegrotto - great for aching muscles! *(Staying at Belvedere Resort ai Colli)*
Ascending through olive groves you reach Monte Rua hermitage, a popular lunch stop. A woodland path leads towards Rocca Pendice, an imposing volcanic stone massif. You skirt round it to enjoy breathtaking views across the chain of hills as you descend to Teolo, the only 'alpine' village here.. *(Staying at B&B Tito Livio)*
Distance in Km: 12
Distance in Miles: 7
Supposedly the birthplace of the Roman historian Livy, Teolo is alive with history, and many of the buildings from its Serenissima heyday remain. There are lovely walks available including a circular one up Monte della Madonna with its panoramic views (walking notes provided). For a longer day out, take the bus/train to Venice and see St Mark's Square, the Doges' Palace and the Peggy Guggenheim Museum.* You stay at B&B Tito Livio (breakfast only)*
Walking through rows of lush green vines you reach the highest point of the holiday, on the flanks of Monte Venda (601m). The plain is mapped out before you, with views towards the Berici Hills near Vicenza. Then it's on through oak and chestnut forests, and down through vineyards and olive groves, back to Gabriella and Alessandro's farmhouse for a spot of well-earned wine-tasting! *(Staying at Agriturismo ll Feudo)*
Distance in Km: 11
Distance in Miles: 7
* 8 Nights, hotel-to-hotel
* Route notes and maps provided
* Luggage transfers between hotels
All continental breakfast and 6 evening meals.
The Veneto ranks as one of the most fertile agricultural regions in
the country. You will see fields of maize and barley everywhere. It is also
a big area for fruit; expect to eat cherries, peaches, melons, plums,
pears, strawberries and apples. The cuisine varies from the coast up into
the mountains and reflects the region’s mixed cultural past. Nearer to
Austria in the mountains, you get a more Tyrolean cuisine with dishes such
as apple strudel creeping onto the menu, whereas towards the coast, you
will find a lighter cuisine with lots of fish dishes.
Three typical dishes you are likely to find throughout the region
are baccalà (air-dried salted cod soaked and cooked to a creamy
consistency in garlic, parsley and olive oil), carpaccio (now seen on menus
throughout Italy and even internationally, this is thin slices of very rare
beef sprinkled with lemon juice and garnished with parmesan cheese,
mushrooms or even white truffles according to the season and the restaurant)
and polenta (made from maize, this is served as an accompaniment to meat
or fish).
* 8 Nights, hotel-to-hotel
* Route notes and maps provided
* Luggage transfers between hotels
Starting in the tiny hamlet of Cortela, nestled amongst vines, you head
across poppy fields and through forests to Valnogaredo. You discover the
jumbled cobbled streets of medieval Arqua Petrarca, where the famous 14th
century Italian poet, Petrarch, made his home, before continuing through
fertile fruit orchards to Galzignano. A convenient stone's throw from the
Italian Baroque gardens of Valsanzibio, there's time to explore its
magnificent maze before a series of outstanding views leads you to
panoramically perched Teolo.
Hotels
The hotels we've selected for you are full of character and are all family
run, with warm welcomes throughout. They range from a hillside villa just
outside medieval Arqua Petrarca and Gabriella and Alessandro's rustic, yet
cosy agriturismo, to the exquisite Liberty Villa Lussana with its stunning
position overlooking the dramatic Euganean Hills.
As this is a self-guided holiday there is no group and no leader. A local
representative is on hand to assist you and will meet you at the beginning of
the week to go through the route notes and point out particular places of
interest. Your luggage is transferred and route notes and maps are provided.
Please note: the walking and luggage transfers included in this tour are
subject to a minimum of 2 people (in total) booked on the departure. A
supplement (payable in advance) to cover these transfers and sole occupancy
of a room will apply if only 1 person travelling on a departure date.
All continental breakfast and 6 evening meals.
The Veneto ranks as one of the most fertile agricultural regions in
the country. You will see fields of maize and barley everywhere. It is also
a big area for fruit; expect to eat cherries, peaches, melons, plums,
pears, strawberries and apples. The cuisine varies from the coast up into
the mountains and reflects the region’s mixed cultural past. Nearer to
Austria in the mountains, you get a more Tyrolean cuisine with dishes such
as apple strudel creeping onto the menu, whereas towards the coast, you
will find a lighter cuisine with lots of fish dishes.
Three typical dishes you are likely to find throughout the region
are baccalà (air-dried salted cod soaked and cooked to a creamy
consistency in garlic, parsley and olive oil), carpaccio (now seen on menus
throughout Italy and even internationally, this is thin slices of very rare
beef sprinkled with lemon juice and garnished with parmesan cheese,
mushrooms or even white truffles according to the season and the restaurant)
and polenta (made from maize, this is served as an accompaniment to meat
or fish).
Flight inclusive prices include our standard flights/transfers
British Airways Gatwick to Venice Marco Polo 07:30/10:50 then rail Venice
Mestre to Vicenza 13:32/14:03 and transfer to hotel 50 minutes. Return:
Transfer to station 50 minutes then rail Vicenza to Venice Mestre 13:56/14:28
then British Airways Venice Marco Polo to Gatwick 17:25/18:35.
Business/club/first class seats are available on request.
Alternative transfers
If you require alternative transfers, then we can usually arrange these for
you (there may be an additional charge).
Standard transfers
If making a flight inclusive booking standard transfers are included from
Vicenza train station at 14:03 and back to Vicenza train station at 12:55.
In Veneto and the surrounding areas the temperatures are cool/mild in spring
and autumn and warm/humid in summer, with potential summer storms. You can
find more information on the weather in Veneto on
"www.arpa.veneto.it.
* Walking boots
* Water bottle
* Daypack
* Sun hat, sun cream and sunglasses
* Warm jumper
* Waterproofs
* Walking poles are strongly recommended
* A small umbrella in case of unexpected showers
* Swimming costume and towel for swimming pool at the hotel
You will need spending money for meals not included in the itinerary and all
drinks. We suggest €25 per day to cover a few drinks if not then €10 per
day. On the days where lunch is not included expect to spend €10-€15.
* Travel insurance
* Single accommodation (available on request) Please enquire for prices
* Visas or vaccinations
* Arrival & departure transfers (available on request and at a supplement)
Ved skriftlig aksept av vårt tilbud bekrefter du/dere at våre betingelser er både lest og forstått og at evt kansellerings gebyrer kan tilkomme ved en evt. avbestilling av reisen.