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Discovery tour by bike along Riviera Brenta villas from Venice

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Overview

Cycle like a Venetian aristocrat along the Brenta Riviera, discovering stunning Palladian villas and serene waterways.

For centuries, Venetian nobles celebrated summer by sailing to their lavish countryside villas along the Brenta River. This bike tour lets you follow their path! After a vaporetto ride from Venice, pick up your bike and cycle past elegant villas, lush gardens, and historic canals. Admire Palladio’s Villa Foscari "La Malcontenta", the elegant Villa Widmann, and the grand Villa Pisani, the "Versailles of Venice."

With over 3,000 villas built between the 15th and 18th centuries, the Brenta Riviera offers a unique mix of history, architecture, and nature. This flexible ride allows you to choose your endpoint, with an easy bus return to Venice. Perfect for history lovers and adventure seekers, this tour offers an unforgettable way to explore the Venetian countryside—on two wheels!

What's Included

  • Meeting point in Venice. Flexible bike drop-off in Dolo allowing for an easy return to Venice
  • Organisation and booking of rental bikes
  • Local top-rated guide (licensed tour guide - registration number 06000001)
  • Gratuities are at your discretion
  • Water Bus ticket from Venice to Fusina (8 Euro)
  • Bus ticket from Riviera del Brenta back to Venice (4 Euro)
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Meeting Location

Meeting point

Fondamenta Zattere Ai Gesuati
30123 Venezia VE, Italy

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Detailed check-in instructions, including the exact address, are provided with your booking confirmation.

End point

Piazzale Roma
30135 Venezia VE, Italy

After dropping our bikes, we will return by bus to Piazzale Roma, the bus terminal in Venice.

What To Expect

Fondamenta Zattere

Meeting Point: Zattere, Venice: Our journey begins at Zattere, the historic waterfront promenade in Dorsoduro, known for its stunning views of Giudecca Island and Palladio’s Church of the Redentore. This location was once the landing point for logs transported via the Brenta River to Venice, giving the area its name ("Zattere" means rafts in Italian).
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5 minutes • Admission Ticket Free

Fusina

Water Bus to Fusina – Gateway to the Brenta Riviera: A scenic vaporetto ride takes us from Venice to Fusina, historically the river port where travelers switched from Venetian boats to river barges. The Brenta was once the preferred summer retreat route of Venetian nobility, who traveled on the Burchiello, an elegant barge pulled by horses along the riverbanks. Once in Fusina, we'll pick up our bikes and begin the ride along the Brenta River, following the same path taken by Venetian aristocrats for centuries.
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15 minutes • Admission Ticket Free

Villa Widmann – Foscari

Villa Foscari "La Malcontenta" – A Palladian Masterpiece: Designed by Andrea Palladio between 1555 and 1560, this elegant villa was named La Malcontenta after a noblewoman exiled here for her infidelity. Its imposing Ionic façade and beautifully restored frescoes by Giovanni Battista Zelotti make it one of the most romantic and iconic villas along the Brenta.
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30 minutes • Admission Ticket Free

Villa Widmann Rezzonico Foscari

Villa Widmann Rezzonico Foscari – A Rococo Jewel: Originally owned by a noble Persian-Venetian family, this 18th-century rococo villa is famous for its:Frescoed grand ballroom with an upper viewing gallery, Murano glass chandeliers shaped like sea monsters, Elegant gardens featuring statues and water features This villa gives us a glimpse into the decadent aristocratic lifestyle before the fall of the Venetian Republic.
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30 minutes • Admission Ticket Free

Villa Valmarana

Villa Barchessa Valmarana – A Hidden Gem: Although much of the 17th-century villa was demolished in the 19th century to avoid luxury taxes, its barchessa (former boathouse) became a guesthouse for aristocratic summer visitors. The highlight? Michelangelo Schiavoni’s frescoes, depicting lavish Venetian feasts and historical figures.Villa Pisani – The "Versailles of Venice": The grandest of all the Brenta villas, Villa Pisani Nazionale was built in 1774 to showcase the power of Doge Alvise Pisani. This opulent palace features: ✔️ 114 rooms, once home to Napoleon and Mussolini; a famous hedge maze that challenged even Casanova; the magnificent Tiepolo fresco in the ballroom, symbolizing Venice’s grandeur Here, history, politics, and scandal intertwine, making it one of the most fascinating stops of our journey.
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1 hour • Admission Ticket Free

Museo Nazionale di Villa Pisani

Villa Pisani – The "Versailles of Venice": The grandest of all the Brenta villas, Villa Pisani Nazionale was built in 1774 to showcase the power of Doge Alvise Pisani. This opulent palace features: 114 rooms, once home to Napoleon and Mussolini; a famous hedge maze that challenged even Casanova; the magnificent Tiepolo fresco in the ballroom, symbolizing Venice’s grandeur. Here, history, politics, and scandal intertwine, making it one of the most fascinating stops of our journey.
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1 hour • Admission Ticket Free

Dolo

Scenic Ride to Dolo – A Charming Riverside Town We’ll conclude our ride in Dolo, a picturesque village halfway between Venice and Padua. Once an important trade hub, Dolo was home to an ancient water mills that powered the local economy, historic boatyards (squeri) where river boats were built, locks and bridges that controlled trade along the Brenta After dropping off our bikes, we’ll return to Venice by bus, reflecting on the centuries of history we’ve just cycled through.Since this is a private tour, the itinerary can be customized based on your preferences, cycling speed, and interest in villa visits. Let me know if you have a favorite stop, and we’ll tailor the experience just for you!
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30 minutes • Admission Ticket Free

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Additional Info

  • Confirmation is instant and will be received at time of booking
  • Public transportation options are available nearby
  • Not recommended for travelers with spinal injuries
  • Not recommended for travelers with poor cardiovascular health
  • Travelers should have at least a moderate level of physical fitness
  • This tour/activity will have a maximum of 15 travelers

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Q: What is the cancellation policy for the Discovery tour by bike along Riviera Brenta villas from Venice?

A: You can cancel up to 24 hours in advance of the tour for a full refund. For a full refund, you must cancel at least 24 hours before the tour start time.If you cancel less than 24 hours before the tour start time, the amount you paid will not be refunded.Any changes made less than 24 hours before the tour start time will not be accepted.Cut-off times are based on the tour local time (CEST).This tour requires a minimum number of travelers. If it’s canceled because the minimum isn’t met, you’ll be offered a different date/experience or a full refund. Read more Apr 2025

Cancellation Policy

You can cancel up to 24 hours in advance of the tour for a full refund.

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Q: What is the cancellation policy for the Discovery tour by bike along Riviera Brenta villas from Venice?
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You can cancel up to 24 hours in advance of the tour for a full refund.
  • For a full refund, you must cancel at least 24 hours before the tour start time.
  • If you cancel less than 24 hours before the tour start time, the amount you paid will not be refunded.
  • Any changes made less than 24 hours before the tour start time will not be accepted.
  • Cut-off times are based on the tour local time (CEST).
  • This tour requires a minimum number of travelers. If it’s canceled because the minimum isn’t met, you’ll be offered a different date/experience or a full refund.
Apr 2025
Q: What's included in the price?
A:
The following is included:
  • Meeting point in Venice. Flexible bike drop-off in Dolo allowing for an easy return to Venice.
  • Organisation and booking of rental bikes.
  • Local top-rated guide (licensed tour guide - registration number 06000001).
The following is NOT included:
  • Gratuities are at your discretion.
  • Water Bus ticket from Venice to Fusina (8 Euro).
  • Bus ticket from Riviera del Brenta back to Venice (4 Euro).
  • Bike rental (pick at Fusina and drop off at Dolo: 25 Euro). Regular or e-bike, to be paid on-site.
  • Entrance fees to the villas (optional, can be decided on the spot).
  • Food and drinks.
Apr 2025
Q: What is the weather cancellation policy?
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This tour requires good weather. If it’s canceled due to poor weather, you’ll be offered a different date or a full refund.

Apr 2025
Q: What is the minimum age for this tour?
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There is no minimum age for this tour, so bring your wee one along for an adventure. This tour requires at least one adult to accompany children..

Apr 2025
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If a date or time is not listed on the calendar, it’s sold out or unavailable for another reason. Support cannot assist further if a date or time is not on the calendar.

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Apr 2025
Q: Is this an accessible tour?
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Accessibility information for the Discovery tour by bike along Riviera Brenta villas from Venice is as follows:

  • Public transportation options are available nearby
  • Not recommended for travelers with spinal injuries
  • Not recommended for pregnant travelers
  • Not recommended for travelers with poor cardiovascular health
  • Travelers should have at least a moderate level of physical fitness
Apr 2025
Q: Where is the meeting point for this activity?
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Detailed check-in instructions – including meeting point address, Google map, and parking information – for Discovery tour by bike along Riviera Brenta villas from Venice will be included in your confirmation email from City Boat Tours. Please be sure to double and triple check your email address is correct at checkout so this important email makes its way to you!

 

 

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What's Included

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  • Meeting point in Venice. Flexible bike drop-off in Dolo allowing for an easy return to Venice
  • Organisation and booking of rental bikes
  • Local top-rated guide (licensed tour guide - registration number 06000001)
  • Gratuities are at your discretion
  • Water Bus ticket from Venice to Fusina (8 Euro)
  • Bus ticket from Riviera del Brenta back to Venice (4 Euro)
  • Bike rental (pick at Fusina and drop off at Dolo: 25 Euro). Regular or e-bike, to be paid on-site
  • Entrance fees to the villas (optional, can be decided on the spot)
  • Food and drinks

Additional Info

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American Museum of Natural History Admission Ticket

  • Confirmation is instant and will be received at time of booking
  • Public transportation options are available nearby
  • Not recommended for travelers with spinal injuries
  • Not recommended for pregnant travelers
  • Not recommended for travelers with poor cardiovascular health
  • Travelers should have at least a moderate level of physical fitness
  • This tour/activity will have a maximum of 15 travelers

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  • This tour requires good weather. If it’s canceled due to poor weather, you’ll be offered a different date or a full refund.
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