Italy: Valleys of the Dolomites
Guided Biking
- Daily Mileage: 4 - 36 miles|
- Biking: 1 - 4 hours|
Starting From
10-day Air Package
$6,095
7-day Bike Tour Only
$4,595
Per person, double occupancy
Italy: Valleys of the Dolomites
For this innovative cycling vacation, we’ve combined the best of Italy’s Dolomite bike paths—creating beautifully diverse scenery on gentle valley routes. Cycle the Cimanache Pass, enjoying views of Lago di Landro and Lago di Dobbiaco—also called “Tolblacher See” in German. As you pedal into South Tyrol, our local leaders will introduce you to the marriage of Italian and German culture that make this region unique. Here, you’ll find road signs in two languages, along with charming chalets serving South Tyrolean cuisine—a fusion of Italian and Austrian traditions. The landscape also changes—as rugged mountain passes give way to the green meadows and orderly farmhouses of the Pusteria Valley. As you spin along the Aurina River Valley, you’ll discover tumultuous waterfalls and ancient castles peppering the mountain’s slopes.
Tour Highlights
- Marvel at the scenic alpine vistas that surround you as you cycle easy bike paths.
- Gain a rare glimpse into the ancient Ladin culture, and feast on mountain specialties.
- Thrill to a 1,900-foot (580-meter) descent along the Val Venosta Bike Path.
- Enter into the dual Austrian-Italian culture of South Tyrol, as you explore the little city of San Candido.
- Explore the beautiful cathedral, cloister, and palace of Bressanone on a guided walking tour.
Positive Impact
VBT is proud to support Wine to Water with a donation on behalf of each guest on this tour. Wine to Water is an international organization providing access to clean drinking water and emergency supplies in water-challenged regions. We believe in giving back to the places that have enriched the lives of our guests. We’re committed to identifying and supporting sustainable initiatives in a variety of areas including education, world health, economic equality, safe drinking water, the environment, and the preservation of cultural traditions.
What to Expect
This tour offers easy terrain and is suitable for beginner and experienced cyclists. It runs mostly on dedicated and well-maintained bike paths, 5% of which is on packed gravel paths. Additional miles on easy/moderate and mostly unpaved terrain offer options for more avid cyclists. Hybrid bikes are preferred if planning to ride the extra options. Our VBT support vehicle is always available for those who would like assistance with hills.
- Daily Mileage: 4 - 36 miles|
- Biking: 1 - 4 hours|
- Group Size: 22
Cycling
Cyclists
Support
Average High /
Low Temperature (°F):
May72º/49º
Jun79º/56º
Jul79º/59º
Aug81º/61º
Sep75º/55º
Oct64º/47º
Average
Precipitation:
May2.8 in
Jun2.5 in
Jul1.5 in
Aug2.6 in
Sep2.2 in
Oct2.7 in
Air Package | Tour Only |
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Roundtrip international airfare | ||
Airport shuttle for arrival and departure | ||
One night in Venice and one night in Verona in centrally located hotels with daily breakfast | ||
6 nights in 4 and 5-star mountain hotels, including one luxurious thermal hotel | ||
12 meals: 6 breakfasts, 2 lunches, 4 dinners |
Road Bicycle (Carbon frame)
See More >Step-Through Electric-Assisted Bicycle (E-bike)
See More >Step-Through (Mixte Hybrid) Comfort Bicycle
See More >Step-Over (Diamond) Comfort Bicycle
See More >Biking Packages Include:
Custom VBT Bike and Helmet
Two Local, Bilingual Trip Leaders
Support Vehicle
Luggage Transportation
Ride with GPS and Daily Route Notes
Welcome Reception
Facilitated Cultural Experiences
Your Choice of VBT Branded Gear for Your Adventure
Accommodations (Please Note: Days are based on the Air Package Itinerary. Accommodations may vary depending on departure date. )
Enjoy Your Vacation Longer With Low-Cost Trip Extensions
Air Package Only
2024 Pre-Trip Extension - Venice
2 Nights From $495 per person, double occupancy
Single Supplement: From $295
- 2 nights at the Duodo Palace Hotel
- Airport water taxi service for arrival
- Hospitality desk
- Orientation tour
- Transportation from the hotel to the tour meeting point
- Daily breakfast
- City information
Your vacation is about to begin! Spend your first night aloft and arrive ready for an unforgettable trip.
Start off your first day in Venice right by having a VBT representative greet you at the airport. A complimentary water taxi service will whisk you to your centrally located hotel. From here, you are perfectly positioned to explore this charming city at your leisure.
After a delicious included breakfast at your hotel, you are free to explore on your own, using our included city information packet to guide your discoveries.
Please note: Italian museums are closed on Mondays.
Included Meals: Breakfast
After a delicious included breakfast at your hotel, you are free to explore on your own, using our included city information packet to guide your discoveries.
Please note: Italian museums are closed on Mondays.
Included Meals: Breakfast
Duodo Palace Hotel
Air Package Only
2024 Post-Trip Extension - Verona
2 Nights From $345 per person, double occupancy
Single Supplement: From $145
- 2 nights at the Hotel Giberti
- Hospitality desk
- Orientation tour
- Airport car service for departure
- Daily breakfast
- City information
After a delicious included breakfast at your hotel, you are free to continue exploring on your own, using our included city information packet to guide your discoveries.
Included Meals: Breakfast
After a delicious included breakfast at your hotel, you are free to continue exploring on your own, using our included city information packet to guide your discoveries.
Included Meals: Breakfast
After an included breakfast this morning, transportation to Verona airport will be provided (an approximately 15 to 20-minute drive, depending on traffic) for your departing flight.
Included Meals: Breakfast
Hotel Giberti
Beautiful views, well paved and unpaved trails. Hotels were good and the Thermal Hotel and at the end was great.
Italy: Cycling the Dolomite Valleys
It was a beautiful six days of cycling through Northern Italy. The Dolomites were spectacular!
Italy: Cycling the Dolomite Valleys
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