Ride the Dolomites
A Stone's Throw From The Sky
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Join us on this fairytale ride, a stone’s throw from the sky! An ancient coral reef turned mountain, the Dolomites provide a breathtaking backdrop to our spectacular cycling tour where we alternate fatigue and excitement. From the cosmopolitan city of Bolzano, the western gateway to the Dolomites, we ride through the Isarco Valley to Val Pusteria, entering an ancient world of strong identities, culture, and traditions. As we continue through forests of fir trees and crystal-clear alpine lakes, we reach Cortina—known as the pearl of the Dolomites—where a well-deserved rest awaits. Here, we stroll through the charming old town and relax in its surrounding green parks, or join a scenic hike through the Cinque Torri, a striking cluster of stone towers rising dramatically from alpine meadows, offering panoramic views and a glimpse into World War I history with its open-air museum and bunkers. The journey continues to Val di Fassa, nestled at the foot of the majestic Sella mountain group, before finally returning to our beloved Bolzano. Along the way, our cyclist souls are rewarded with epic climbs over some of Italy and Europe’s most renowned passes. We’re immersed in landscapes defined by moss-draped peaks and towering stone formations. As we cycle past rolling pastures and dip into picture-perfect mountain villages, the horizon reveals a breathtaking panorama—a seemingly endless sea of mountain ranges that stirs the heart and fuels the spirit.
Tour Essence
- Ride legendary Dolomite passes, including Falzarego, Pordoi, and Nigra
- Cycle UNESCO World Heritage landscapes of dramatic limestone peaks
- Experience Cortina d’Ampezzo, the iconic “Pearl of the Dolomites”
- Hike the Cinque Torri open-air WWI museum with panoramic alpine views
- Discover Ladin culture in Val di Fassa and traditional mountain villages
- Taste Alto Adige wines, local beers, and alpine cheeses
- Pedal through crystal-clear lakes, fir forests, and high alpine valleys
- Enjoy scenic descents and epic climbs on Europe’s most storied roads
- Experience the dramatic contrasts of the Dolomites, from vineyard-lined valleys to high alpine passes and limestone towers
- Stay in handpicked alpine hotels with spa and wellness areas, perfect for post-ride recovery
Climbing the Stelvio
After your Dolomites cycling journey, extend your adventure with an iconic challenge—tackling the legendary Stelvio Pass. Ride one of the most celebrated climbs in the world, famous for its 48 switchbacks, breathtaking alpine scenery, and Giro d’Italia history. This extension offers a truly unforgettable finale for riders seeking to push their limits and experience cycling at its most epic. Download the detailed itinerary for the Stelvio Extension.
What to Expect
Terrain
Hilly with Epic ClimbsStart Location
BolzanoEnd Location
BolzanoMileage
Average Daily: 40 miles Total: 230 milesElevation
Average Daily: 3,600 ft Total: 21,500 ft
Once you have a trip confirmed, we will feed you a steady diet of additional pre-departure information that includes: How to train, prepare, pack and all the wonderful, inspirational and practical things you want and need to know before you go! Our Travel Advisors will be available to help plan your pre- and post-tour travel.
- Van support
- Expert, bilingual guides
- Cycling clinics
- 2 wine/beer tastings
- Walking guided tour of Bolzano
- Day Hike on a Dolomite path
- Entrance to Dolomythos museum
- Visit to Val Pusteria cheese producer
What’s Included
- Use of our exclusive carbon road bike, La Classica Ribelle (or Equivalent Carbon Road Bike)
- Garmin Edge Explore GPS loaded with the GPX tracks of your rides
- Two water bottles
- Saddle bag with repair kit
- Optional: Map holder on handlebar
Pedal Options:
- Flat pedals
- Half-toe pedals (without straps)
What’s Included
- Helmet
- Optional: clipless/SPD pedals with shoes
- Optional: your own saddle
- All accommodations
- All breakfasts
- 2 lunches or picnics
- 7 dinners
- 2 wine/beer tastings
- Walking guided tour of Bolzano
- 1/2 Day Hike on a Dolomite path
- Entrance to Dolomythos museum
- Visit to Val Pusteria cheese producer
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Start Location
BolzanoFly Into
BolzanoEnd Location
BolzanoFly Out Of
BolzanoBolzano
Meals Provided
DinnerMeals Provided
DinnerAccommodations
Park Hotel Laurin
Park Hotel Laurin is elegant in every detail. Since 1910, it has served as a welcoming urban retreat where travelers and locals mingle. Art fills the hotel, from original art-nouveau touches to creaking parquet floors that preserve its timeless charm. South Tyroleans have long considered the Laurin their own salon, giving it a warm, lived-in spirit. This refined 4-star hotel features an indoor bar, a summer garden lounge, an elegant restaurant, and an outdoor pool.
Bolzano Loop to Caldaro
Meals Provided
Breakfast, Lunch, DinnerAverage Mileage
40 milesElevation Gain
2,300 ftRiding Terrain
Rolling with a climbMeals Provided
Breakfast, Lunch, DinnerAccommodations
Park Hotel Laurin
Park Hotel Laurin is elegant in every detail. Since 1910, it has served as a welcoming urban retreat where travelers and locals mingle. Art fills the hotel, from original art-nouveau touches to creaking parquet floors that preserve its timeless charm. South Tyroleans have long considered the Laurin their own salon, giving it a warm, lived-in spirit. This refined 4-star hotel features an indoor bar, a summer garden lounge, an elegant restaurant, and an outdoor pool.
Maranza
Meals Provided
Breakfast, DinnerAverage Mileage
35/40 milesElevation Gain
3,200/4,900 ftRiding Terrain
MountainousMeals Provided
Breakfast, DinnerAccommodations
Milla Montis
Milla Montis is an elegant 4-star superior mountain retreat in South Tyrol, blending contemporary alpine design with refined comfort. Set amid forests and rolling alpine meadows, the hotel offers stylish rooms with panoramic views, a serene wellness area with indoor and outdoor pools, sauna and spa treatments, and a restaurant focused on seasonal, locally sourced cuisine.
San Candido
Meals Provided
Breakfast, DinnerAverage Mileage
45/55 milesElevation Gain
3,700/4,900 ftRiding Terrain
MountainousMeals Provided
Breakfast, DinnerAccommodations
Sole Paradiso
Set in a sunny, panoramic location overlooking the Val Pusteria, Hotel Sole Paradiso is a family-run 4-star hotel that combines classic Tyrolean style with warm South Tyrolean hospitality. The hotel offers comfortable, traditionally furnished rooms with mountain views, a full wellness area with indoor pool, sauna, steam bath, and relaxation spaces, and a restaurant serving refined Alpine and Italian cuisine made with local ingredients.
Cortina
Meals Provided
Breakfast, DinnerAverage Mileage
25/35 milesElevation Gain
2,600/4,800 ftRiding Terrain
MountainousMeals Provided
Breakfast, DinnerAccommodations
Ancora Cortina
Located in the heart of Cortina d’Ampezzo, the 5-star Ancora Cortina combines historic elegance with contemporary comfort, just steps from Corso Italia and surrounded by the dramatic peaks of the Dolomites. Amenities include an elegant spa and wellness area with sauna and steam bath, a refined restaurant and wine cellar, a cozy lounge and bar, ski and bike storage, and warm, attentive service.
Cinque Torrie Hike
Meals Provided
BreakfastAverage Mileage
7-mile HikeElevation Gain
2,000 ftMeals Provided
BreakfastAccommodations
Ancora Cortina
Located in the heart of Cortina d’Ampezzo, the 5-star Ancora Cortina combines historic elegance with contemporary comfort, just steps from Corso Italia and surrounded by the dramatic peaks of the Dolomites. Amenities include an elegant spa and wellness area with sauna and steam bath, a refined restaurant and wine cellar, a cozy lounge and bar, ski and bike storage, and warm, attentive service.
Canazei
Meals Provided
Breakfast, LunchAverage Mileage
40/50 milesElevation Gain
6,100/8,200 ftRiding Terrain
MountainousMeals Provided
Breakfast, LunchAccommodations
Hotel La Cacciatora
The Hotel La Cacciatora is a charming, family-owned 4-star hotel that epitomizes comfort and coziness. It offers a top-notch spa with a range of features that make it the perfect place to unwind and rejuvenate after a day spent in the great outdoors.
Bolzano
Meals Provided
Breakfast, DinnerAverage Mileage
45 milesElevation Gain
3,600 ftRiding Terrain
MountainousMeals Provided
Breakfast, DinnerAccommodations
Park Hotel Laurin
Park Hotel Laurin is elegant in every detail. Since 1910, it has served as a welcoming urban retreat where travelers and locals mingle. Art fills the hotel, from original art-nouveau touches to creaking parquet floors that preserve its timeless charm. South Tyroleans have long considered the Laurin their own salon, giving it a warm, lived-in spirit. This refined 4-star hotel features an indoor bar, a summer garden lounge, an elegant restaurant, and an outdoor pool.
