Padova is a city where ideas and frescoes have shaped the world. From Giotto’s revolutionary art in the Scrovegni Chapel to Galileo’s lectures in the university halls, this walkable city offers centuries of culture alongside vibrant piazzas and thriving markets.
Art, Culinary Delights And Cycling In The Veneto Region
14 nights
TYPOLOGIES
Holiday for Couples
Settings
Close to Town
Activities/Interests
Art & Architecture, Cultural & Historical Exploration, Cycling, Walking & Hiking
£ 1880 per person 14 nights
Art Cities, Riverside Romance & Easy Cycling in Northern Italy
Discover the beauty of northern Italy with this balanced 14-night itinerary.
Begin in the vibrant city of Padua, where you’ll be immersed in art, history, and modern Italian life.
Its position on the high-speed rail network makes it the perfect base for day trips to nearby cultural hubs like Venice, Vicenza, and Abano Terme.
Then, slow the pace with a week in the medieval village of Borghetto sul Mincio, a riverside haven known for its serene landscapes, romantic views, and scenic cycling routes along the Mincio River.
Holiday at Glance
🕒 Duration: 14 nights
💰 From: £1880 per person
Includes:
✅ Expert Travel Planning
✅ Daily Breakfast (@ Relais Borghetto)
✅ Private Airport Transfers
✅ High-Speed Rail Travel
✅ Handpicked Accommodation
✅ 3-Hour Private Walking Tour of Padova
📍 Padova
Private airport transfer to Palazzo Bovio from Venice airport (40 minutes)
7 nights on self catering sharing the one-bedroom apartment at Palazzo Bovio
Gateway to Giotto, Galileo & the Veneto’s Heart
A refined one-bedroom apartment in a historic palazzo—ideal for design lovers seeking space, privacy and a stylish base in the city centre.
Top things to do in Padova:
• Marvel at early-Renaissance masterpieces and a buzzing café scene
• Take direct day trips to Venice, Vicenza, and Abano Terme
• Stroll through elegant arcades and botanical gardens, Italy’s oldest
📍 Borghetto sul Mincio
High-Speed Rail from Padova to Verona (44 minutes)
Private transfer to Relais Borghetto
7 nights on B&B basis sharing a double room at Relais Borghetto
Private transfer to Verona airport (35 minutes)
Cycling Bliss & Storybook Scenery
Nestled on the banks of the Mincio River, Borghetto is a place where watermills spin beside stone bridges and every corner invites a postcard-perfect view. It’s the ideal base for scenic cycling, peaceful village life, and exploring southern Lake Garda at your own pace.
A romantic riverside hotel with a pool and timeless charm
Top things to do in Borghetto sul Mincio:
• Cycle the Mincio River Park trail to Peschiera, Mantua or Lake Garda
• Explore the spa town of Sirmione, the market town of Desenzano, and the lakeside charm of Peschiera del Garda
• Wander the manicured paths of Parco Sigurtà, one of Europe’s finest gardens
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