Dolomites Family Multi-Adventure Tour
Dolomites Family Multi-Adventure Tour
6 days
5 nights
Activity Levels 2-4
Premiere Hotels
2025: Jul2026: Jun-Jul
Alpine Adventures beneath Majestic Mountains
Discover alpine bliss atop Italy’s invitingly rugged rooftop. Gain a mountain goat's view as you bike, hike and zip-line in a destination known for skyscraper spires, vibrant wildflowers and azure lakes.
Highlights
- Experience a multicultural mosaic and enchanting villages in this lively mountain region
- On foot and on two wheels, explore routes from World War I sites to the Alta Badia Valley’s green meadows and pine-scented Val Gardena
- Soar above it all on a lift to a high-alpine refuge for superb vistas of towering stone pinnacles
- Taste dolomiti delicacies in traditional hiker's huts and upscale restaurants
- Stay in impressive mountain retreats with dramatic views in every direction
StartVenice
EndBolzano
* Start/End locations may vary. Do not book flights until your trip details are confirmed.
Itinerary
Day 1
Follow a kid-friendly route dedicated mostly to cyclists • Ride mountain trails and along the curves of a converted railway path through larch and fir forests • Arrive in posh Cortina d’Ampezzo, surrounded by soaring peaks and filled with shops and cafés • Take in the scene from the terrace of our stylish mountain hideaway.
Night 1
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)
Days 2-3
Fly over the trees on a chairlift to Rifugio Scoiattoli • Take in awe-inspiring views of the Cinque Torri, a group of iconic stone pinnacles • History buffs rejoice! Our guided walk near Passo di Falzarego reveals World War I bunkers and trenches, and an open-air museum • Kids learn the basics of rock climbing with an expert mountaineer • Hike through Val Badia’s conifer forests, flower-carpeted fields and scenic Ladin villages • Admire ancient glaciers and lofty rock towers • Kids set out on an exhilarating ropes course in Colfosco before a festive pizza dinner • Adults savor a gourmet meal and an exclusive wine tasting in our hotel’s wine cellar.
Nights 2-3
Set in a sprawling green meadow surrounded by lush forests, this sustainability-focused, chic hotel features a panoramic terrace, a world-class wine cellar and a chocolate room with a wide range of offerings. (pool, spa)
Days 4-6
Explore lush valleys and dramatic peaks after reaching the pristine Seiser Alm plateau by gondola • Bike past fields of alpine gentians, delphiniums and bright poppies • Taste speck, spinach dumplings, Kaiserschmarrn (a sweet pancake-like dessert) and other local treats • Hike to a beloved rifugio where ancient folk traditions thrive • Wade or take a refreshing swim in Völser Weiher, a lovely man-made lake surrounded by mountains • Lounge by the pool at our exquisite retreat • Discover the castle ruins that gave the town of Kastelruth its name.
Nights 4-5
Minimalist design and an inviting modern aesthetic are juxtaposed against a rugged rocky skyline at this boutique mountain oasis. (pool, spa)
What's Included
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We want to make sure you're on the trip that's right for you. Every Backroads trip is unique and this one is no exception.
Our bike routes on this trip are a bit different than those found on a typical Backroads trip. Rather than paved roads, our cycling routes consist of mixed terrain including unpaved roads and gravel bike paths. Additionally, due to the terrain in the Dolomites region, the rides on this trip contain numerous short and steep ascents and descents, which can make the routes feel more challenging than the mileage suggests. To accommodate riding on this terrain, we use a different fleet of bikes created specifically for cycling on variable surfaces.
Hotels
World-Class Hotels
Our hand-selected Premiere hotels offer exceptional hospitality and experiences as special as the regions we explore.
Hotels may vary based on departure. Any variations will be displayed when selecting a departure under Dates & Prices.
Night 1
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)
Nights 2-3
Premiere Hotel
Set in a sprawling green meadow surrounded by lush forests, this sustainability-focused, chic hotel features a panoramic terrace, a world-class wine cellar and a chocolate room with a wide range of offerings. (pool, spa)
Nights 4-5
Premiere Hotel
Minimalist design and an inviting modern aesthetic are juxtaposed against a rugged rocky skyline at this boutique mountain oasis. (pool, spa)
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Bikes
Choose Your Perfect Bike
Our bikes are designed and built with specific cyclists and riding styles in mind, so we can always offer you a perfect ride. Please note that bike requests are subject to availability and prioritized based on the date they're submitted.
Included in your trip price
Included in your trip price
- One of the lightest e-bikes available
- Provides plenty of power and more than enough battery
- Lower top tubes for easier mounting and dismounting
- Upright handlebars only
- Limited availability on Unplugged Bike Tours; learn more
Min. age to ride e-bike: 16+
Included in your trip price
- Backroads is the only travel company to manufacture it's own line of kid's bikes.
- Features smaller wheels -- the perfect choice for kids.
- On our Family Trips, you'll find 20"" and 24"" bikes.
Review Snapshot
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Reviewed by 7 customers
Extraordinarily beautiful landscapes - an unforgettable trip
The Dolomites were so beautiful, it was hard to believe. The guides on this trip, Marika, Giulia and Luca were exceptional - so supportive, warm, kind, organised and enthusiastic. They made the trip for us. The other families on Backroads trips are always amazing. We had an incredibly special time which we will never forget!
Exceeded our expectations!
First time to Italy and we were nervous. 2nd Backroads trip (first one was in Maine) so we expected amazing and got it! This Colorado mountain crazy family were amazed at the gorgeous Dolomites. Lodgings were wonderful but quaint. Leaders (3 amazing females) were excellent and every day was an exciting biking or hiking adventure. Kids enjoyed rock climbing and pizza party while one of the adult highlights was the wine tasting in a cellar experience! Once again, Backroads was amazing!
View Galore!
The tour was every I expected and more. Though hard at times, I believe this is one of the best trips I've ever taken. In my short 15 years, I saw views that were amazing and made my imagination grow. I was shocked at all the history in the Dolomites, and I definitely recommend this trip to anyone who would want to go.
The Dolomites are an undiscovered gem.
My husband and I had gone on the Provence trip and loved it but had never done Backroads with our two boys (12 & 16). We booked a family trip to the Dolomites, hoping our kids would take to active travel, and we were not disappointed. They loved the food and the camaraderie. Having other kids around made them push themselves physically, and they even took in some history (Who knew there were trenches in the Tyrolean mountains in WWI?). Our three guides, Gerald, Sarah and Larissa, could not have been more upbeat and professional. We all loved them. The scenery is indescribably beautiful, real Sound of Music stuff, and the hotels were unique and charming. Magnifico.
Superb!
Verified Buyer
The Dolomites trip was absolutely superb! A first class adventures through, hands down, the most beautiful place on earth! This trip exceeded our every expectation. The guides, the food, the sites, the routes, the memories -- unreal. This time it was just was 12-year old daughter and me but I hope to take the whole family on a Backroads adventure someday.
Best.vacation.ever!
Verified Buyer
Best.trip.ever!!Absolutely outstanding experience in all regards! I've been back for two weeks now and still can't stop thinking about it. Puts a smile on my face everytime! I can honestly say I felt truly rested, happy and totally satisfied when I returned from this vacation. My kids and husband can't stop talking about what a great experience it was.
Fun, active vacation for the fam
Verified Buyer
This was our first Backroads trip. Epic time! We loved being active as a family and loved not having to deal with moving bikes and luggage ourselves. Backroads really thought threw all the details to ensure every adult and every child enjoyed themselves. Still have big smiles on our faces thinking of each day - the biking, hiking, adventure park, rock climbing, dinners. Again, Epic!
Dates & Prices
Dates & Prices
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