Top Activities on the Ground in Veneto - page 3

The Dolomites are unique mountains of their kind, we will discover them on foot and away from the chaos but in safety and walking for hours immersed in nature, with an environmental hiking guide, who, with many years of experience, knows all the most beautiful places to walk in nature and enjoy breathtaking views, perhaps hoping for a meeting with the local fauna. There may be an opportunity to taste excellent local mountain products such as mountain cheese, it will be possible, after agreement with the customer, to stop for lunch in a refuge with excellent specialties of mountain cuisine.

After the sun has set and the tourist crowds have departed, the mysterious side of Venice becomes apparent. Discover the myths and hauntings surrounding the popular city on a 90-minute ghost tour. Follow your guide through deserted squares, down quiet alleyways, and into the past. Learn about local legends, unexplained events, and of course, ghost stories that have been passed down through generations.

The lush wetlands around Lio Piccolo and Mesole play host to a wealth of birds—including flamingos, some migrating for the winter, others present all year round. Join a nature guide and a group of no more than seven other travelers on this bird-watching adventure and spot ducks, herons, wading birds, and flamingos. Please note: package price excludes the water bus from Venice and the cost of your bike rental.

Let's bike through the "Orto di Venezia" (Venice's "vegetable garden"), through artichokes fields and farms, admiring the Venice skyline from a very unusual view and tasting the unique honey produced only on this island. Bike along the island banks and fields and enjoy a rare view of Venice from an unusual spot. Experience the unique natural beauty of the island, appreciating the relaxed and traditional lifestyle of its few inhabitants. In fact, although being the largest island of the lagoon, Sant’Erasmo is populated by only 700 people, the majority of whom farm their own lands producing amazing fruits and vegetables. One of most interesting crops is the typical purple-hued artichokes, a slow food ® presidium “Carciofo Violetto di Sant'Erasmo”. Another typical activity in the island is beekeeping: bees enjoy the amazing variety of flowers growing on the salty soil, and they produce a unique kind of honey which you will be able to taste. While biking you will appreciate the variety of crops grown by local farmers as well as beautiful wild landscapes while spotting the belfries of Venice from afar.

Lido Island is known for being the setting of one of the world’s oldest film festivals. With this tour, let a guide show you the highlights of the island, including its beaches, markets, and 1920s art nouveau-style architecture. To make the most of your time and cover more sites, enjoy exploring the island by bike on beautiful canal-side paths, with scenic breaks along the way—such as at a lighthouse.

If you are a passionate trekker who don’t want to stop walking on the Dolomites during winter make the right choice: snow-shoes! Snow-shoes are a useful tool to run across our mountains and the wintry face of the mountains is the most suggestive thing you can imagine.

Explore and bike around the hills that overlook Verona, reach the Valpantena valley thanks to the support of an app on your phone. The Mezzane Valley is considered one of the most authentic and least crowded areas in eastern Verona, ideal for those seeking a more intimate experience than the nearby Valpolicella. In a nutshell, it's a great choice if you want a day that combines light exercise, good food, and relaxation in a stunning landscape.

Combine a scenic e-bike ride through the Valpolicella countryside with a guided red wine-tasting during this small-group excursion from Verona. Explore vineyards and other local scenery with a born-and-bred Valpolicella local. Cover more sights in less time with an electric-assisted push. Then, head to a family-run winery to sample Valpolicella, Ripasso, and Amarone wines.

This is an escape game through the heart of Padua. A dozen clues placed in the streets and shops of the old town, that only the smartest will find. Hunt for clues, crack codes and solve puzzles - just like in a great escape room. You’ll find hidden symbols in a record store or a cryptic message in a pizzeria. Every object is a piece of a bigger puzzle. The challenges become increasingly more difficult. This is no game for kids: we recommend active participation from the age of 13. You’ll need to unleash all your brainpower to unravel the mystery. Only together with your team of brainiacs, you’ll master this game. The game unfolds in the city centre, starting at Prato della Valle and passing by the Basilica di Sant'Antonio, Lodge Amulea and the botanical gardens. You'll not only pass by Padua's iconic landmarks but also uncover some hidden gems that only few visitors come across. Don't settle for a usual tourist outing – try this escape game!

Enjoy the best of Venice on this guided walking tour plus skip-the-line entry to the Doge's Palace and St Mark's Basilica. Explore the best that the canal city has to offer, winding your way through narrow alleys, and see Venice's top attractions.

You will take an exciting 3-hour bike tour in which we will take you to discover the hinterland of Lake Garda: on safe roads and cycle paths, landscapes in the countryside between vineyards and olive trees, we will pass the villages of Calmasino and Cavaion, from where you can enjoy incredible views of Lake Garda. We will visit the Austrian forts on the hills from the outside, to return to the starting point, where a pleasant tasting of local wines and quality food awaits us.

Ski through the spectacular winter scenery of the Dolomites on a 4-hour guided morning or afternoon ski tour of the Tofano area from Cortina d’Ampezzo. Depending on your skiing experience and with an expert guide, zoom down steep runs in the high Ravalles or Pomedes areas, tackle some of Cortina’s 1956 Olympic slopes, or go slower on the gentler runs on the lower slopes. Enjoy the stunning winter setting and views of the wide Cortina valley, and take rest and refreshment breaks in traditional mountain huts on route.

Several tracks cross the Dolomites; sometimes through wild and remote areas, sometimes through amazing places well known for their beauty. Let's experience the stunning beauty of Dolomites; Dolomite mountains are characterized by a unique alpine environment rich in sharp rocky towers as well as relaxing forests and lakes. The landscape we are going to walk across is something you will never forget!

Take a break from city sightseeing and discover Veneto’s countryside with this scenic e-bike excursion from Villafranca di Verona. Toss the map and join a guide for an exclusive ride that takes you to past picturesque castles and little-known medieval villages, where you can stop for an espresso or gelato. Learn about the area’s history and landmarks as you cycle down quiet rural roads and snap photos of the views.

Take in the grandeur of the Dolomites in winter with this Super8 6-hour ski tour from Cortina d'Ampezzo. Ski in a figure-8 shape through a spectacular landscape of famous mountain peaks, pristine valleys, icy waterfalls and traditional mountain refuges. Admire mountaintop views and varied scenery, including the Marmolada, Tofana, Civetta, 5 Torri and Pelmo.

Climbing a rock wall utilizing only the strength of your body and a rope for safety: this is the goal of sport climbing. Who can partecipate? Everybody; from the beginner that has never climbed before, and wants to try this activity for the first time, to the expert who wants to improve his climbing technique. Dolomites are a unique playground for all of those outdoor activities mountain correlated...climbing expecially!

The via ferratas of the Dolomites "were born" after the war, largely retracing those rocky paths that served the military to reach a strategic outpost or the top of a mountain, taking advantage of the easier and less exposed passages. Even today it is possible to see and explore trenches, caves or artifacts from the First World War (1915-18). The route today is well equipped with a metal rope fixed in the rock by sturdy metal nails that ensure the hiker's passage and are monitored seasonally by qualified people. The via ferrata in the Dolomites are of varying difficulty, length and physical effort. The easiest are called "ferrata path" where the hiker always walks along a rocky path protected by a metal rope on the most exposed passages. The via ferrata instead climbs along a more or less vertical rocky wall where the hiker can secure and help himself with the metal rope.

Italy’s Veneto region is famed for its Prosecco, but visiting wineries is challenging without private transportation. Travel through ancient, rolling vineyards and visit two historic wineries during this full-day tour from Venice. Learn centuries-old winemaking methods as you taste sparkling Prosecco and tour the cellars. Then, savor regional, home-style cuisine with a 2-course lunch paired with wine at a trattoria.

Discover the beautiful Venetian villas of the Riviera del Brenta on this guided bike ride. A peaceful escape from the hustle and bustle of Venice, the tour showcases the extravagant architecture that lines the banks of the Brenta River between Venice and Padua—such as Grand Villa Pisani and Villa Foscari. Along the way, hear tales of Venice’s aristocratic families, see spectacular landscaped gardens, and enjoy the riverside views.

Holidays in Cortina d'Ampezzo are spent on two wheels. MTB and E-bike excursions on marked trails, of any order and degree of difficulty. From panoramic routes at high altitude to adrenaline descents in the woods for freeride lovers, to less demanding itineraries for families and for those who want to relax by stopping in one of the many mountain huts and savor the traditional dishes. The starting point is located on the cycle path in front of the Bike rent where you can choose the vehicle you prefer between Mountain Bike and E-Bike or if necessary you can check up your bikes before leaving for the DoloMitico Tour!

Nestled on the banks of the Bacchiglione River, the beautiful city of Padova is home to arcade streets, traditional squares, and historic medieval fortifications. On this tour, hop into the saddle to explore the city by bike with your guide, and find out what makes Padova special. Follow ancient waterways to top attractions such as Santa Giustina Basilica and the 18th-century Pedrocchi Café—with pickup and drop-off at your Padova hotel included.

The unique and original E-Bike tour of the Palladian Villas explores the surroundings of Vicenza passing through 11 Villas, of which 7 are Unesco Palladian Heritage Sites. The experience includes the rental of a luxurious Palladian E-Bike extremely comfortable and performing (bag and padlocks included), a special navigation system and a traveling voice narration: the guiding voice will be the spirit of Andrea Palladio, who traces his story through the evolution of his villas (entrance fees excluded) and immersion in his landscapes. The network of Palladian Villa owners invites you to immerse yourself in the history and landscapes of the other half of our UNESCO World Heritage Site in an original, active and sustainable way. Deep in the Vicenza countryside, sumptuous residences follow one another as far as the eye can see in a widespread eco-museum, architectural forms in continuous evolution until the gemstone of the world-famous Palladian Villa, thanks to the genius of a modest and prodigious stonemason.

Prosecco lovers—this one’s for you. Go to the origins of this delicious sparkling wine with this private day trip from Venice to an area nicknamed Italy’s “Prosecco Road”. To save the hassle of stopping to pay for samples, this tour is all-inclusive, so all tastings are included. The tour visits multiple wineries between Conegliano and Valdobbiadene where you can try prosecco as well as delicious local cuisine.

Embark on a detailed tour of Saint Mark's Square in Venice when you book this afternoon guided tour. Visit the Golden Basilica to marvel at its Byzantine architecture filled with golden mosaics and marble flooring. Your guide provides information on its history and describes the biblical scenes represented around the building as you walk around the chapel.