From Venice: Bike Tour and Honey Tasting on Sant’Erasmo Island

4 hours

From 08:30

Group 1+

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4 hours

08:30

What you'll do

Embark on a bike ride through the lush and vibrant "Orto di Venezia", commonly known as Venice's "vegetable garden". As you journey through artichoke fields and past charming farms, admire the city's stunning skyline from a unique and stunning viewpoint. In addition, revel in the exquisite taste of unparalleled local honey that is exclusive to this island.

Highlights

Expiration: Explore Sant’Erasmo, the largest island in the lagoon, on a picturesque bike ride

Extraordinary Views of Venice: Enjoy breathtaking views of Venice from the island's banks and fields

Life as a Venetian: Experience the traditional lifestyle of the island's few inhabitants

Speak to the Locals: Learn about the island's agriculture, with locals farming their own lands

See the Future of Venice: Discover the renowned "Carciofo Violetto di Sant'Erasmo," a slow food praesidium

Meet with the Bees: Encounter beekeeping as a widespread activity on the island, producing unique honey

Off the Beaten Trail Views: Cycle through the captivating landscapes and glimpse the belfries of Venice in the distance

Itinerary

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Start Time: 8:30 AM to 1:30 Pm or 2 PM to 7 PM
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Duration: Approximately 5 hours
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Group Size: 2 to 10 Guests
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Meeting Point: Gather at Campo dei Gesuiti, 4878, 30121 Venezia VE, Italy
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8:30 AM or 2 PM: Meet-up and welcome
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9:00 AM or 2:30 PM: Vaporetto Ride to Sant'Erasmo
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Take a scenic 30-minute Vaporetto ride through the lagoon to Sant'Erasmo island, known as "Venice's vegetable garden."
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Bike Rental
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Walk through charming canals and ditches to the bike rental place to pick up countryside bikes
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Explore a 19th Century Fort
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Start the tour from a 19th-century fort used for art exhibitions and surrounded by a moat started by the Napoleonic regime and finished by the Austrian
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Biking Adventure
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Bike along the lagoon, vegetable fields, and salt marshes, enjoying views of San Nicolò harbour mouth at Lido island and Punta Sabbioni
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Visit a Local Honey Producer
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Explore a family-owned apiary producing local saltmarsh honey, known for its unique flavour
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Scenic Stops
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Bike through fields enriched by typical rural dwellings, with scenic views of Burano and San Francesco del Deserto
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Visit a Church
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Explore one of the few notable buildings on the island, a church facing the calm waters of the lagoon
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1:30 PM or 7 PM: Return to Venice
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Head back to Venice Fondamente Nove by water bus

What's Included

Use of Bicycle: Provided with a bicycle to explore the picturesque island of Sant'Erasmo

Local Product: Enjoy a taste of locally sourced products, such as honey or other seasonal specialties, during the tour

Local Top-Rated Guide: Guided by a knowledgeable and licensed nature and interpretive guide who will provide insights into the island's history, culture, and natural surroundings

Meeting Point in Venice Fondamente Nove: Meet at the designated meeting point in Venice Fondamente Nove before departing for the tour

What's not included

Gratuities and tips are not compulsory but deeply appreciated for exceptional service

Water bus ticket to Sant'Erasmo island. Tickets will be purchased onboard

Not wheelchair accessible

Meeting Points

Campo dei Gesuiti, 4878, 30121 Venezia VE, Italy at either 8:30 am or 2 pm depending on your choice

Kindly ensure you are punctual and reach the meeting point/pick up point 10-15 minutes prior to the departure time

Notes

Important Information

The tour runs rain or shine

Under 18? You can't consume alcohol, but delightful non-alcoholic options are available

Special dietary requirements or allergies? Let us know when booking

The tour will commence promptly at 8:30 am or 2 pm. All participants must arrive on time, as we are unable to accommodate late arrivals. Please be aware that refunds will not be possible in such instances

The experience is meant to be inclusive and accessible: if you are a traveller with motor, sensorial or cognitive disabilities, please let us know in advance and we will do our best to meet your needs