Italy: Valleys of the Dolomites

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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...
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Overview

Trip type
Group Tour
Lodging level
Premium - 4 star
Physical level
Strenuous
Trip pace
Full schedule

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

What's this trip about?

    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. 

Details

Itinerary focusActive and Outdoor Sports
Group sizeSmall Group - max of 22 people
Age range13 to 80 years
Flights and transportAll internal ground transport included
Start CityCortina
End CityVerona

Travel Themes

  • Cycling & Biking
  • High Adventure
  • Nature & Wildlife
  • Photography

Destinations

Activities

  • Adventure & Adrenaline
  • Culture
  • Cycling
  • Nature
  • Photography
  • Guided Group

Min Group Size

  • Min Group Size: 10

Max Group Size

  • Max Group Size: 22

Trip includes

    • 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

Itinerary

Travel Map
DAY 1: Travel to Cortina d’Ampezzo / Warm-up ride / Welcome reception and dinner

Meet your fellow travelers and VBT representative at 9:30 a.m. on the Tronchetto island, outside the entrance of the People Mover facility.

Once the group is gathered, you will depart for Cortina d’Ampezzo by private coach.

You’ll arrive in Cortina in ti...

DAY 2: Cycle to Cadore / Picnic with trip leaders

After breakfast, set out on a downhill spin along the Boite River Valley on the Dolomites Bike Path. This invigorating descent begins at 4,000 feet (1,220 meters) and ends at 3,000 feet (850 meters), in Valle di Cadore. This scenic path was once a railway that connect...

DAY 3: Ride bike paths to Dobbiaco, San Candido, and Brunico

This morning a brief shuttle takes you on the scenic Cimabanche Pass and Lake Landro, where you start biking an easy downhill and flat ride on bike paths to Dobbiaco and San Candido. The views on the way are spectacular: You’ll pedal past Pomagagnon Mountain, Tre Cime...

DAY 4: Cycle through the Aurina and Tures valleys

After breakfast, begin cycling to Brunico where an easy bike path takes you in the surroundings of the city and along the roaring Rienza River. Later, discover the beauty of the valleys of Aurina and Tures. About 90% of today’s route follows easy paths and country roa...

DAY 5: Ride the Isarco River Valley / Bressanone

This morning, join the picturesque Pusteria Valley bike path along the Rienza River and enjoy a beautiful ride though forests, tiny villages, and covered bridges. Arrive by lunch time into the medieval city of Bressanone. Located at the confluence of the Rienza and Is...

DAY 6: Glorenza / Venosta Valley

Today, prepare for a particularly picturesque ride during your final day road cycling Dolomites, as you gradually descend and follow the course of the river. You’ll start riding in the Renaissance village of Glorenza, surrounded by mountain peaks, and you’ll cycle thr...

DAY 7: VBT Bicycling Vacation ends / Free time in Merano / Travel to Verona

Your tour ends at our Merano hotel today. The morning is free. You can take a taxi on your own to the Merano train station (approximately 10-15€; the ride is about 5 minutes). Most trains connect in Bolzano. If you prefer, you are welcome to board our coach to Verona at 1:00 p.m., arrive at our Verona hotel around 3:30 p.m., and make your connections there on your own.

Included Meals: Breakfast

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Dates & Availability

Price From $4,495
Price per day$642
Last Updated: 6/11/2024

Check Current Availability, prices, specials with VBT Bicycling Vacations.

The total tour cost includes the tour price (regular or promotional) and the compulsory local payment. The promotional price is subject to change. Check directly with the operator for the latest price offer. The tour operator requires you to pay only the tour price to purchase your travel. The compulsory local payment will be paid when you join the trip. All prices are based on double, twin or triple share occupancy. Solo passengers will be accommodated in a double, twin or triple room according to availability with a passenger(s) of the same gender. Single supplement only needs to be paid if the passenger does not want to share and requests their own room. Discounts can only be applied at the time of booking and cannot be added at a later date, regardless of any changes made to the original booking.

Prices may vary due to local taxes and trip seasonality. Click "Request Info" to inquire directly with the tour operator for the final trip price.

VBT Bicycling Vacations Reviews & Ratings

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Frangipani

Nov 2023

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The picturesque Italian Alps provide the perfect setting for a biking vacation.

Cycling through the Dolomites was an experience beyond description both in words and in photos. Our tour guides, Luca and Elena were so delightful and accommodating....

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Linda8

Nov 2023

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The trip was wonderful

THis was our 10th bike trip and it was one of our best. The scenery was magnificent. We also rode on many bike paths so that cars were not a problem. You never knew ...

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Barbnjim

Nov 2023

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life at its fullest

Unlike tours where you gaze at world class natural and historic wonders in another culture, this tour put us in intimate touch with them through cycling, eating, dri...

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Bikingbuddy

Nov 2023

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I've done 10 bike tours and this was my favorite trip!

Great scenery, hotels, routes ( much of the biking was on bike paths along rivers, surrounded by mountains) and knowledgable, enthusiastic leaders, to say nothing ab...

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Traveler4230

Nov 2023

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A Great Trip With Easy, Scenic Bicycling

We just returned from our fifth VBT trip - this time to the Dolomites. It was a great trip and we are adding it to our "best" VBT trip list, along with the Czech Rep...

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Ginger

Nov 2023

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The best vacation ever

This was the first organized tour my husband and I have ever joined, so we were not sure what to expect , but it turned out to be the best vacation we've ever had. T...

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Corvette01

Nov 2023

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Spectacular, Cycling the Dolomite Valleys

This trip is unbelievably fantastic. Two of the best rides of my life, were on this tour. The guides were very good and this was just the start, when we met them, at...

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DonaandConnie

Nov 2023

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Absolutely stunning scenery with relatively easy cycling.

This tour was one of our favorites. The tour leaders (Claudio and Tiziana) were great. The Dolomites and Italian Alps were breathtaking and the bike paths and towns ...

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Tour Operator

VBT Bicycling Vacations

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Since 1971, VBT has crafted immersive and authentic biking vacations for active travelers. When you travel with VBT, you’re not just another tourist—you’re a traveler. With us, you’ll experience your destination with the help of a local, bilingual trip leader with a passion for sharing their home with you. You’ll eat in local restaurants, stay in accommodations that have been family-owned for generations and cycle through vineyards, olive groves, and medieval villages. 


With VBT, you won’t just visit a place—you’ll immerse yourself in it. You might follow a centuries-old pasta recipe while taking a cooking class in Rome—or learn a folk dance in Croatia, followed by sharing a bottle of locally-produced Grk wine with your new friends. Exploring the world on two wheels lets you experience your surroundings on a deeper level.

 

VBT offers exceptional value without compromising on quality. Simply put, no other US-based active travel company offers an experience this rich for such a reasonable price. On our tours, you can see more sights, have more local experiences, and enjoy more delicious, authentic meals—all while staying in high-quality, boutique hotels and charming, family-run inns.

 

All you have to do is show up at the airport—we’ll handle the rest! From tour consultants who help you find the perfect vacation to expert local trip leaders who show you the best place for gelato, we take care of all the little details that make your trip memorable. We book your flights, arrange all your transportation and accommodations, and move your luggage between hotels. Our support vans are available to give you a lift up a hill or quickly fix a flat tire. VBT takes care of your travel details and creates unique itineraries so you can relax and enjoy your small-group vacation from start to finish.

 

Friendly camaraderie, cultural immersion, and casual comforts are the hallmarks of our vacations. Discover delightful people, beautiful hotels, foreign cultures, and fascinating lifestyles that will enrich your life and provide memories for years to come.

What they’re known for
VBT Cycling are renowned for offering exceptional guided and self-guided bicycle tours worldwide.

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Logistics

Accommodation

6 nights in 4 and 5-star mountain hotels, including one luxurious thermal hotel

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Meals Included

12 meals: 6 breakfasts, 2 lunches, 4 dinners

Age Requirements
13 to 80 years
Additional Information

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

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