Hiking on the Wine Route
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The Euganean Hills are volcanic-origin hills that rise to height of 1,968 feet from the Padovan-Venetian plain a few miles south of Padua. Hot water springs helped create the multitude of spa towns that have existed here since Roman times, as the ancient ruins attest. The region is also known for its vineyards.
You'll leave by coach for the Euganean Hills and the starting point of your hike. With your guide, you'll first hike to Mount Calbarina (446 feet in altitude) to take in the magnificent view of the Lago della Costa. Your hike will continue through the forest to Mount Piccolo (1,037 feet in altitude). The path continues to one of the most beautiful and picturesque medieval villages in the area: Arquà Petrarca. You'll see the façade of Renaissance poet Francesco Petrarca's home. His tomb can be found in the piazza in front of the town church.
An approximate 6 hour tour, with 2.5 hours hiking, 4.5 miles, and an altitude difference of 918 feet.
Duration : approx. 6:00
- PLEASE WEAR COMFORTABLE, STURDY SHOES AND APPROPRIATE CLOTHING ACCORDING TO THE WEATHER.
- The order of the visits can change.
- Times are approximate.
- You will only see the exterior of Francesco Petrarca's house.
- These excursions are not proposed for all the cruises and depend on the itinerary.
- If the minimum of 25 participants is not reached, the excursion may be either cancelled or proposed at another rate, depending on the number of participants (to be paid for on board).
- The excursions on the first evening and the morning following boarding are only guaranteed for the passengers who have booked the excursion before the cruise.
Cruises
This shore excursion is available for one or several cruises
Venice, the Lagoon islands and the Pô Delta (port-to-port cruise)
VENICE - Burano and Murano(1) - VENICE - CHIOGGIA (or surroundings) - TAGLIO DI PÔ - POLESELLA - TAGLIO DI PÔ - CHIOGGIA (or surroundings) - VENICE
The birth place of the Renaissance, discover the region of Veneto and all the treasures it has to offer. Visit Venice, its famous square San Marco and its Doge's Palace, and discover unique towns such as Padua, Bologna and Ferrara, a medieval citadel.
* Price based on double occupancy
Venice, the Venetian Lagoon and the Pô River: Cruise and hiking along the most beautiful trails near Venice (port-to-port cruise)
VENICE - CHIOGGIA (or nearby) - TAGLIO DI PO - POLESELLA - TAGLIO DI PO - CHIOGGIA (or nearby) - VENICE
Discover the hidden gems of Northern Italy: romantic Venice, the natural Venetian Lagoon, and medieval villages. Set off to explore the mysterious wonders of the Pô Delta and its exceptional environment—where silence is golden. This cruise combines nature and culture for an unforgettably original experience as you visit all the legendary sites. Whether on board or on foot, you’ll fall in love with dazzling Venice.
* Price based on double occupancy
Venice, the lagoon and the Po delta (port-to-port cruise)
VENICE - CHIOGGIA - Padua(1) - TAGLIO DI PÔ - POLESELLA - Ferrara - Verona(1) - TAGLIO DI PÔ - CHIOGGIA - VENICE - Burano and Murano - VENICE
Cruise on the river Po, the heart of Veneto. You will visit Verona, the city of Romeo and Juliet, but also the Giusti Gardens. You will also be able to admire the islands of the Lagoon: Murano, the island of glassblowers, and Burano, the island of colors and lace.
* Price based on double occupancy
The gems of Venice (port-to-port cruise)
VENICE - Burano and Murano - VENICE - CHIOGGIA - VENICE
Venice ... admire the natural beauty of its lagoon and its breath-taking panoramas. You will have a chance to visit Padua, a sublime province you will be amazed by, from its architecture to its artistic richnesses that are marked by the medieval times and the Renaissance.
* Price based on double occupancy