DISCOVER THE VOLCANIC HILLS OF VENICE BY TASTING THEM
The Euganean Hills are a group of hills of volcanic origin that rise to heights of 300 to 600 m from the Padovan-Venetian plain a few km south of Venice.
Accompanied by the Local Tour Leader you will enter the heart of the Euganean Hills to discover, thanks to the visit in two renowned wineries of the Euganean territory, the best wine production in the area. Here the particular volcanic origin of the soil and the good climate allows the cultivation of various vines. Among the white wines: the Serprino, biotype of the Glera vine, is the “volcanic” version of Prosecco; the Pinot bianco; the Garganega, the Chardonnay and Manzoni. Cabernet Franc, Cabernet Sauvignon, Merlot and Carmènere have found space among the reds.
Between a walk through the vineyards, a visit to the cellar and several wine tastings paired with typical local products we will listen to the wise tale of the winemakers about the expressions of their best wines.
Inclusions & Exclusions
✔ Insurance and technical organization of a certified travel agency
✔ Visit of 2 family-owned winery
✔ Accompaniment of the Agency Local Tour Leader
✔ Guided tour of the Euganean region
✔ Roundtrip transportation to the place of departure, in the options you select
✔ Delicious local wine & typical products tasting
✔ Traditional Italian life with your local guide
✖ Everyting not indicated
Departure & Return
Departure:
Padua, Province of Padua, Italy
Transfer by minivan from your Hotel in Padua to the Euganean Hills included.
Return: End right where it started.
Itinerary
1
Terme Euganee di Abano e Montegrotto
The Euganean Spas of Abano Montegrotto are one of the most famous spa destination in the world. Our tour will start from here.
2
Castello del Catajo
Castello del Catajo is a patrician rural palace near the town of Battaglia Terme.
It had its origins in a simple villa that was rebuilt and extravagantly enlarged in the manner of a feudal castle from 1570 onwards by Marquess Pio Enea I degli Obizzi, a member of an Italian noble family of French origin.
3
Borgo Fluviale di Battaglia Terme
Battaglia lies at the easternmost edge of the volcanic Euganean Hills. The construction of the navigable Battaglia canal in the early 13th century brought traffic and growth to the town which commanded a central position at the confluence of several canals in the network of barge traffic that linked Este and Padua, the Adriatic, the Lagoon of Venice and the north by means of the Brenta Canal, the canalized Bacchiglione and the Adige.
4
Garden of Villa Barbarigo in Valsanzibio
Known as one of the most beautiful garden of Italy, the Garden of Valsanzibio is famous now all over the world.The Garden is located in Galzignano Terme, a little town in the heart of Euganean Hills. This area, since the beginning of the XIVth century, was preferred by the Venetian Nobility as perfect location for their wonderful Ville Venete: it was a symbol of the economic power and, at the same time, oasis of peace and tranquilly.
5
Parco Regionale dei Colli Euganei
The Euganean Hills are a group of hills of volcanic origin that rise to heights of 300 to 600 m from the Padovan-Venetian plain a few km south of Venice. Splendid landscapes between vineyards and olive groves, alternated by castles, villas and small medieval villages are waiting for you.
6
Cantina Colli Euganei
We will visit 2 of the best family-run wineries on the Euganean Hills. A walk in the vineyard, a view of the barrel room and then a wine tasting combined with some snacks.
Duration: 2 hours
Additional info
• Service animals allowed
• Public transportation options are available nearby
• Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller
• Suitable for all physical fitness levels
