Venice to Mantua is the reverse version of our Mantua to Venice Boat & Bike Tour and was experienced first-hand by Beccy, Maggie, Toni and Ellie in July 2024.
Starting in Venice, the route heads through Veneto, Emilia-Romagna and Lombardy to Mantua (Mantova to the locals), often crossing the River Po. They passed fields of crops and traditional farmsteads, contoured forests and rivers. They stopped at sandy beaches (refreshing sea dips included!), small fishing villages that made incredible gelato, and toured the fascinating Murano Glass Factory.
Their floating home for the week was the Ave Maria. The cheerful staff and friendly guides made them feel at ease, serving exceptional home-cooked three-course meals, complete with regional wine pairing recommendations. It was the perfect atmosphere to bring together like-minded people from all walks of life, sharing the same sense of adventure.
Read more about their experience at www.freedomtreks.co.uk/blog/trip-report-venice-to-mantua-boat-bike-tour