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Experience northern Italy in a unique and rewarding way, biking and boating from Mantova to Venice.

Starting or ending in Venice, take time to explore this fair city. Discover amazing architecture, bridges and canals. At the end of Venice's signature waterway, explore the Palazzo Ducale and Basilica di San Marco. If time allows, explore the narrow backstreets of Venice complete with local churches lined with Veroneses and priceless marbles. Italian painter Tiepolo's depictions of heaven decorate ceilings at homeless shelters, and a single Titian painting mysteriously lights up an entire basilica.

Unfortunately most tourists are dropped off at San Marco with a mere three hours to take in Venice. That's about enough time to take in the show-stopper that is Piazza San Marco, but not nearly enough time to see what else Venice is hiding. Stay in this fairy-tale city longer and you'll discover the pleasures of la bella vita.

Then head outside the city to discover the quiet and beautiful region along the Po Delta. The overall beauty of the valley landscape is fascinating, with large expanses of water populated by many species of birds. Jagged profiles of picturesque islands further enrich the view. Ride through the area and admire great charm and beauty that morphs according to the ever-changing conditions of the season, climate and light.

Ride to Chioggia, an authentic town without the hordes of tourists you'll find in larger cities. Then off to Ferrara, the city of bicycles, with enchanting history and architecture.

This tour is suitable for most riders as it is relatively flat. It offers the comfort of your barge where you can take a day off from riding and just sit back and relax. Enjoy the atmosphere.