The Hills of Venice: Culture, Landscapes & Flavors

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About this activity

Departing from Padua or Abano/Montegrotto Terme, come and enjoy a unique experience immersed in the Euganean Hills.

The journey begins in Arquà Petrarca, a charming medieval village where every stone tells a story of poetry, history, and beauty. Strolling through its streets is an invitation to lose yourself, enveloped by the intimate and authentic atmosphere of the place.

We continue through olive groves and vineyards until we reach an excellent oil mill, where we will taste oil produced using ancient methods and true passion.

Shortly after, a family-run winery welcomes us for a tasting of local wines paired with typical cold cuts and cheeses, in a convivial moment that celebrates flavors and sharing.

The tour ends with a visit to a historic villa or castle in the Euganean Hills, elegant and timeless places immersed in a landscape that invites contemplation and relaxation.

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At a glance

Duration: 8 hours
Confirmation: Instant confirmation
Ticket: Mobile or paper ticket accepted
Group: Up to 8 people
People per booking: 1–8
Guide: German, Portuguese, English, Italian, Spanish
Operated by: Lovivo Tour Experience

Ages: Infants (0–2 years) · Children (3–6 years) · Youth (7–17 years) · Adults (18–100 years)

What is included

Included

Included: Insurance and technical organization of a certified travel agency
Included: Tour guide
Included: Private transportation: Round-trip minivan transportation from Abano/Terme Euganee or Padua
Included: Carbonated beverages: Tasting of the typical liqueur “Brodo di Giuggiole”
Included: Entrance fees: Entrance to the poet's house, the oil mill, the wine cellar, and one monument in the Euganean Hills (villa or castle) based on availability and seasonality.
Included: Snacks: Tasting of extra virgin olive oil from the mill we will visit
Included: Light lunch paired with wine tasting
Included: Traditional Italian Life

Not included

Not included: Anything not expressly stated

Itinerary

Arqua Petrarca

2 hours

Visit the village of Arquà Petrarca in the heart of the Euganean Hills. Arquà is the second most beautiful village in Italy and was home to the great Italian poet Francesco Petrarca. After visiting Petrarca's house, we will visit a producer of preserves and liqueurs typical of the Euganean Hills and taste the famous Brodo di Giuggiole (jujube broth).
Parco Regionale dei Colli Euganei

one hour Admission included

We will visit a renowned oil mill where the owners will tell us the history of their family farm and explain the production process of extra virgin olive oil, which we will then taste during a guided tasting session.
Arqua Petrarca

2 hours

We will visit a local family-run winery and relax while tasting a selection of four glasses of volcanic wines paired with a light lunch of bread, cold cuts, and local cheeses for a comprehensive experience of the food and wine culture of the Euganean Hills.
Garden of Villa Barbarigo

2 hours Admission included

Finally, we will visit one of the castles or villas in the Euganean Hills (Catajo Castle, Monselice Castle, Villa dei Vescovi, Villa Selvatico, or Giardino di Valsanzibio).

Meeting point and pickup

The operator picks every participant up from their accommodation or the points below.

Pickup points

Hotel Mioni Royal San
Hotel Al Santo
Hotel Aurora
Hotel Alla Fiera
Hotel Donatello
Hilton Garden Inn Padova City Centre
Majestic Hotel Toscanelli
Hotel Eden
Hotel Giotto
Hotel Igea
Maritan Hotel & Spa
Hotel Commodore Terme

and 114 more pickup points

The times listed in the booking are approximate and may be subject to slight changes. The agency will contact you a few days before the tour to confirm the meeting or pick-up time. You must provide a valid contact number (phone number with WhatsApp or email). We travel in a dark blue minivan.

Cancellation

Free cancellation

For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.

If you cancel	You get back
At least one day before	100%
Less than a day before	0%

The operator may cancel if the weather does not allow it; you then get another date or your money back.
The operator may cancel if too few people book; you then get another date or your money back.