From Verona To Venice

If famed architects Le Corbusier and Frank Lloyd Wright were still alive, this is the tour they’d applaud. Beginning in Verona and ending on the outskirts of Venice, this five-day tour focuses on the architectural genius of Italy’s magical Veneto region.

We’ve blueprinted this tour so as to maximize your exposure to some of the world’s greatest architectural landmarks. Among the many highlights include the Teatro Olimpico, the Palazzo Chiericati, the Villa Rotunda, the Palazzo della Ragione, the Basilica di Sant’Antonio da Padova, the Basilica of San Zeno Maggiore, and Verona’s famed Arena, a colossal Roman Amphitheatre that dates back to the days of Jesus Christ.

You’ll also spend a night in Padova (also known as Padua), one of the planet’s greatest cultural centers. Its University of Padua, founded in 1222, attracted such world-changers as Galileo and Copernicus. You’ll also ride along the Brenta Canal, famous for its endless row of elaborate villas built during the Middle Ages by Venice’s wealthiest families.

All of the rides are relatively short and cover easy terrain, maximizing your time exploring these architectural wonders. This tour’s short, five-day span makes it a perfect vacation choice, especially during extended holiday weekends. Plus, Verona is easily accessible by plane or train from most major European cities.