
Dolomites Family Multisport
Soaring high above northern Italy's Venetian plain, the majestic Dolomites play host to an unforgettable alpine family adventure. Backroads takes the best of this region - clusters of jagged peaks surrounding lofty mountain plains, emerald-green meadows, peaceful valleys and picture-book villages - and weaves them together during six days of easy-paced hikes, chairlift and gondola rides, and mountain bike excursions on tranquil trails. Experience a delightful mixture of Italian and German cultures, dine on distinctive culinary specialties and savor fine Italian wines. All of this amid the invigorating mountain air is nothing short of alpine bliss!
Day 1 cortina d'ampezzo
Meet in Venice
Shuttle to Borca di Cadore, where we enjoy a picnic lunch before heading out on a mountain bike ride that follows the twists and turns of an old railway path
The route ends at Cortina d'Ampezzo, a posh mountain resort filled with shops and cafés encircled by stunning peaks.
Days 2-3 san cassiano
Indulge in a hearty alpine breakfast before taking a chairlift to the base of the imposing Cinque Torri, a group of five stone pinnacles
Kids learn the basics of rock climbing from trained instructors
Walk with our local guide to an open-air museum near Passo di Falzarego and explore World War I tunnels built into the hillside
Bike through the scenic Ladin villages, conifer forests and flower-carpeted fields of the Val Badia
Above the tree line, delight in remarkable views of glaciers and lofty rock towers.
Days 4-6 fie allo sciliar
Journey by gondola to the Alpe di Siusi, a pristine plateau of meadows and wetlands
Pedal alongside streams and rivers while admiring such alpine flowers as edelweiss and poppies
Hike to a rifugio, where ancient folk traditions thrive
Savor regional specialties including sausage with mushrooms and polenta, and grilled Taleggio cheese
Marvel at breathtaking sunsets made all the more spectacular by the vivid pink stone of the surrounding mountains.
MOUNTAIN CHARM : Premiere Inns
Hotel de la Poste (1 night): Established in 1835, this charming four-star hotel is located amid mountain peaks in the center of Cortina.
Hotel Ciasa Salares (2 nights): Set in a sprawling green meadow surrounded by lush forests, this hotel features Turkish baths, a sauna and a restaurant wine list displaying 1,200 labels.
Romantik Hotel Turm (2 nights): A 13th-century hotel with Tyrolean-style décor, a pool, a spa offering herb and wine baths, and delicious regional cuisine prepared by proprietor and renowned chef Stefan Pramstrahler.
Daily Mileage Options & Cumulative Elevation Gain
Day 1
- Level 1
3 Route Options Available
- Biking 8, 13, 15 miles
- 0 - 500 feet elevation gain
Day 2
- Levels 1 to 2
2-3 Route Options Available
- Walking 3.1, 6 miles
- 1000 - 2000 feet elevation gain
- Kids Rock Climbing 3 hours
Day 3
- Level 1
3 Route Options Available
- Biking 7, 10, 14 miles
- 0 - 500 feet elevation gain
Day 4
- Levels 1 to 2
2 Route Options Available
- Biking 12, 21 miles
- 500 - 1000 feet elevation gain
Day 5
- Levels 1 to 2
2 Route Options Available
- Hiking 4.6, 6 miles
- 1500 - 2000 feet elevation gain
Day 6
- Level 1
1 Route Option Available
- Walking 1 hour
On this Family Trip, our routes follow gentle terrain with no significant gain or loss in elevation. Liberal van shuttling is incorporated into the itinerary to facilitate our activities and mileage is kept moderate to enable you to spend more time exploring on your own.
Trips For All Abilities
Every Backroads trip is designed to appeal to a wide variety of interests and fitness levels. We know your pace may vary from one day to the next-and your traveling companion's may differ somewhat from yours. So we present a range of mileage options, and each day you decide exactly what and how much you want to do.
| Activity Level | Average Time | Average Distance | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Biking | Walking & Hiking | ||
| Level 1 | 2-3 hours | 10-20 mile | 2-5 miles |
| Level 2 | 2-4 hours | 21-30 miles | 5-7 miles |
| Level 3 | 3-5 hours | 31-40 miles | 7-9 miles |
| Level 4 | 4-6 hours | 41-55 miles | 9-11 miles |
| Level 5 | 5-7+ hours | 56-75+ miles | 11-13+ miles |
2008 DATES
FAMILY TRIPS
2009 DATES
FAMILY TRIPS
- 6/14-19Price: $4298 pp dbl. occ., (+ $730 for sgl. occ.)
- 7/12-17Price: $4298 pp dbl. occ., (+ $730 for sgl. occ.)
- 7/26-31Price: $4298 pp dbl. occ., (+ $730 for sgl. occ.)
Reserve early for the best available price. Prices may change during the course of the year--if they do change, the best prices are available earlier. Once you book your trip, your price is guaranteed.
Recommended Kids Ages
Minimum Ages:
Recommended minimum age for the trip: 9+ years
General Info on Minimum Ages:
We strongly encourage families to join our Family Trips, designed with kid- and adult-friendly features. Please note that we have a minimum age requirement of 1 year for all Inn trips and 2 years for all Camping trips. Other than that, we do not restrict trips to a minimum age except in the rare case of a hotel age restriction. We do, however, recommend minimum ages based on the following criteria:
- 12+ cultural appreciation, difficulty of activities and route
- 9+ difficulty of activities and route
- 6+ several long adult dinners; parent may not be able to pull a Burley and/or there may be multiple activity restrictions
- 3+ riding is on bike paths, making it great for young kids; Burley and Piccolos are available; there are few or no activity restrictions; and no long dinners (or we offer alternatives)
Trip praise
This was the BEST vacation of our lives and we owe it all to Backroads and in particular our three leaders. We will definitely look to do another Backroads trip in the near future because of this experience.- Yarmouth, ME
We had an absolutely marvelous time. Our leaders were fabulous, fun and accommodating. We look forward to another Backroads trip in the future. Thanks for the great memories!!- Winnetka, IL
Our family really enjoyed the trip--it was really terrific for our kids! They loved the exercise, activities and the many options available. The leaders were outstanding--very thoughtful and courteous. It was a memorable vacation.- Kentfield, CA