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In Southern Europe—right in the heart of the Mediterranean—lies a boot-shaped country stuffed to the brim with culture, history and fine cuisine.
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Dolomites Multi-Adventure Tour
Alpine Adventures beneath Majestic Mountains
Couples, Friends & Solos
6 days 5 nights
Activity Levels 2-4
Premiere Hotels
From: $5,899 - $6,499 pp dbl occ
($1,050 for sgl occ)
Ascend to alpine bliss on a grand adventure in Italy’s towering Dolomites. Ride chairlifts and gondolas above awe-inspiring limestone settings. Hike and bike through a fairy-tale tableau of stunning mountain scenery. Alpine meadows carpeted with wildflowers. Quaint villages and charming hotels. A blend of Austrian and Italian culture. Invigorating mountain air. Life in the Dolomites is always on the up and up.
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Italy
Start Bolzano / End Venice
Start/End locations may vary. Do not book flights until your trip details are confirmed.
Highlights
- Behold jaw-dropping views of dramatic peaks and a world-class mountain landscape awash in alpenglow
- Hike and bike on some of the most scenic trails in the Dolomites, where colorful wildflowers dazzle amid alpine massifs
- Soar above it all on gondolas to Puez Odle Nature Park and and the Seiser Alm, home of World Cup skiing and a summertime sports mecca
- Experience a mix of Austrian and Italian culture, then continue your journey in inimitable Venice, one of our gateway cities
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Itinerary
Accommodations may vary based on departure date.
6 Days Premiere Hotels
Accommodations may vary based on departure.
Days 1-2
Description
It’s love at first sight when you catch a glimpse of the mountain landscape of the Dolomites | Ride a gondola to Seceda, gateway to the jagged peaks of the Geisler range | Hike through picture-perfect alpine meadows in the Puez Odle Nature Park, a World Heritage site | Linger over a cold post-hike birra on the terrace of a typical mountain hütte | Bike among the meadows and forests of the Seiser Alm as you make your way past the Schlern massif down to the storybook village of Selva in Val Gardena | Indulge at the spa or soak up alpenglow while sipping an aperitivo on the terrace of our resplendent hotel | Dine on Michelin-starred regional cuisine.
Accommodations
Alpenroyal Grand Hotel
Selva
| Premiere Hotel Just a short walk from the center of the village, this Leading Hotels of the World property has blossomed from a simple 1950s pension to a luxurious wellness resort featuring a gourmet restaurant and 360-degree views of the surrounding peaks. (pool, spa)
Days 3-4
Description
Hike manicured trails through dramatic alpine terrain | Admire views of neighboring Sella and Sasso Lungo massifs from high above the Badia Valley | Savor hearty Tyrolean dishes like canederli (bread dumplings) and apple strudel | Bike up the Mareo Valley toward the Fanes mountain group | Explore the enchanting mountain hamlet of San Vigilio di Marebbe | Test your courage while soaking up the views on a zip line—one of Europe’s largest—woven into the treetops | Relax in the pretty town of Corvara.
Accommodations
Hotel La Perla
Corvara in Badia
| Premiere Hotel This alpine getaway, a Leading Hotels of the World member, charms with pine woodwork, Tyrolean décor and Michelin-starred cuisine. (pool, spa)
Days 5-6
Description
Explore an open-air World War I museum with a local guide | Traverse bucolic cirques, spotting marmots and edelweiss | See and be seen like the Italians do on the stylish Corso Italia in the posh resort town of Cortina d’Ampezzo, nestled below the peaks | Unwind at our historic and luxurious hotel | Take a final spin along the scenic Boite River.
Accommodations
Grand Hotel Savoia
Cortina d’Ampezzo
| Premiere Hotel This vibrant and recently renovated century-old landmark in the heart of Cortina has attracted dignitaries and glamorous icons, from Winston Churchill and Franklin D. Roosevelt to Charlton Heston and Sofia Loren. (pool, spa)
Dates & Prices
The earlier you book, the more choice you'll have and the lower your price. And you can always change your mind — you won't be charged to transfer to a different trip before your final payment is due. View cancellation policy
Click on dates for pricing, itinerary variations and to book your trip. Price is per person, double occupancy.
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Activity Level: 2-4
Every Backroads trip is designed to appeal to a wide variety of interests and fitness levels. Several routes and a range of levels are offered each day so you can choose how much or how little activity you want to do. Learn more about how we determine activity levels.
Route notes
The terrain on this trip varies from rolling to hilly with a few steep ascents and descents. Our hiking trails are often on uneven terrain and occasionally have steep, narrow or exposed sections. Keep in mind that the altitude and rugged terrain can make the routes feel more challenging than the mileage may suggest.
For the best riding in the Dolomites, we've chosen a combination of small quiet roads and some unpaved bike paths with stretches of limited van support. Our routes follow rolling to hilly terrain with a few steep ascents and descents. Please note that on this trip we use Backroads titanium touring bikes fitted with wide and knobby tires which are just right for the non-technical paved and dirt road riding we encounter.
Daily Route Options
What's Included
Available Bike Options
The key to a stellar day's ride is a bike that's perfectly in tune with your cycling style… Backroads has you covered with the best bike fleet in the world! Read on for bike options specific to this trip (click the arrow to see more). Please note that bike requests are subject to availability and prioritized based on the date they're submitted.
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Local Bike
Included in your trip price
On this trip we locally source the best bikes we can for the terrain (we’re not able to import our custom titanium bikes to this locale).
Backroads Touring Bike
Touring Bike
Included in your trip price
A proven classic, our most popular custom-designed titanium bike is suited for a wide range of cyclists. It features a comfortable ergonomic seat and a long wheel base that add to the bike’s control and stability.
Backroads Electric-Assist Bike
Electric-Assist Bike
Included in your trip price
Keep pace or zip ahead, pedaling with an electric boost. This bike provides plenty of power to flatten the hills and more than enough battery range to cover the distance.
Min. age to ride e-bike: 16+
Also Included
- All breakfasts, 5 lunches, 4 dinners
- Expertise and services of our experienced Trip Leaders
- Snacks and beverages between meals
- Additional guides and experts from the region on many trips
- Van shuttles to support a variety of route options
- Comprehensive Travel Planner with detailed pre-trip information
- Private guided tours at museums, historic sites, wineries and other select attractions as noted in the Travel Planner
- All gratuities at hotels and restaurants
- Special events, including wine tastings and other select attractions as mentioned in the Travel Planner
- On biking and multi-adventure trips, use of fully equipped Backroads titanium bike plus helmet and accessories
- Trailercycles, carriers, and kid-sized helmets for Family Trips
- Equipment and experienced guides for kayaking, rafting, snorkeling, sailing and canoeing as described
- Park and other entry fees
- Fares for trains, ferries and other modes of travel as listed in the Travel Planner
- Select coach transfers
- Baggage transfers and porterage
Straight talk
We want to make sure you're on the right trip and that you have the best experience possible. Every Backroads trip is unique and this one is no exception.
Air-Conditioning
The accommodations on this trip are Premiere Hotels. While they offer outstanding service and amenities, please note that they are not equipped with air-conditioning. Despite the region's generally temperate climate and cool nights, guestrooms can occasionally become warm during peak temperatures.
We want to make sure you're on the right trip and that you have the best experience possible. Every Backroads trip is unique and this one is no exception.
Air-Conditioning
The accommodations on this trip are Premiere Hotels. While they offer outstanding service and amenities, please note that they are not equipped with air-conditioning. Despite the region's generally temperate climate and cool nights, guestrooms can occasionally become warm during peak temperatures.
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