Dolomites Mountain Bike Traverse
Perfect for experienced mountain bikers who are comfortable riding long distances with significant elevation gain.
- Destination Val Badia, Puez-Odle, Fanes-Sennes-Braies, Dolmiti d'Ampezzo
- Difficulty level difficult
- Duration days 7 nights/8 days
- Guided trip
- Arrival dates mid-June – mid-October
Arrival
Upon arriving in the Dolomites, you'll check into your hotel in Alta Badia (airport transfers on request). After settling in, you'll meet your mountain bike guide for a trip briefing and equipment check. The perfect way to start your Dolomites Mountain Bike Traverse adventure is an evening welcome dinner with your guide. It's an opportunity to get to know your guide while enjoying the delicious regional cuisine and wine.
The Sellaronda
Start your week in the Dolomites with an unforgettable mountain bike tour around the Sella Massif, where breathtaking views of the mountains await at every turn. This tour, popular among skiers in winter, is renowned as one of the best ski tours globally. As you ride the lifts to each pass and descend into the valleys, you'll traverse historical grounds while connecting four spectacular Dolomite passes and four Ladin valleys: Val Gardena, Alta Badia, Val di Fassa, and Livinallongo. In just one day, you’ll experience more of the Dolomites than many do in an entire trip!
6-hour biking, 58km / 36 miles, 3,400m/ 11,154' elevation change via cycling and lifts, 2 hours lift rides
Pütia Massif
Head toward a beautiful village located at 1,398 meters within the Puez Odle Nature Park. This village has preserved its original appearance and it's a living testament to the ancient Ladin culture. Here, you can explore traditional customs, historic farmhouses known as 'viles,' and charming water mills. After leaving the village, you'll ascend two more passes: Passo Goma and Passo delle Erbe, reaching an elevation of 2,006 meters.
3-hour biking, 30 km / 19 miles, 1,600m / 5,249' elevation change
Passo delle Erbe – Rifugio Fanes
Today, embark on an unforgettable journey through the Fanes-Sennes-Braies Natural Park, one of the largest natural parks in the Dolomites, covering an impressive area of 25,680 hectares. This stunning park offers breathtaking landscapes and diverse wildlife, making it a must-visit destination for nature lovers and adventure seekers alike.
6-hour biking, covering 42 km (26 miles) with an elevation change of 1,700 m (5,577')
Fanes - Fodara Vedla
Today, begin your adventure by riding alongside a stunning turquoise high-alpine lake nestled in a picturesque saddle. This breathtaking setting marks just the start of your unforgettable journey! As you pedal along, prepare to admire the impressive Fanes waterfalls. Take a moment to soak in the beauty of these cascading falls before we tackle a climb through the enchanting woods of Val di Gotres. This ascent will lead you to breathtaking views of the majestic Croda Rossa mountain, a true highlight of your ride.
5-hour biking, 33km / 21 miles, 1,500m/ 4,921' elevation change
Sennes - Cortina d'Ampezzo - Passo Staulanza
On today’s biking tour, you will reach the charming town of Cortina d’Ampezzo, which is indeed the host of the 1956 Winter Olympics and is a popular ski and summer resort that offers various social activities, shopping, and dining options. You'll bike up to Rifugio Croda da Lago, which presents spectacular views of the Ampezzo Valley and the surrounding peaks. From there, you'll ride to the feet of the Pelmo massive, where you'll rest for the night.
5,30 hours biking, 42km / 26 miles, 1,500m/ 5,249' elevation change
Passo Staulanza – Fodom
Today, cycle along the “Strada della Vena” to the old Andraz Castle, one of the most ancient castles in the Dolomites, built in 1027. Perched atop a significant landslide, this historic fortress was constructed to protect the foundries and the road used for transporting iron mined from Mount Pore. Renowned for its high quality, this iron was crafted into fine swords and exported across Europe. 5-hour biking, 35km / 22 miles, 1,300m/ 5,265' elevation change
Departure
After enjoying a final breakfast in the Dolomites, it's time to depart and say goodbye to this stunning region.
Cost included
- Trip development and booking of services
- Trip briefing on arrival day
- 3-night accommodation in a hotel in Alta Badia with half-board
- 3-night accommodation in mountain inns (private rooms/dormitories, depending on availability) with half-board
- Local English-speaking professional bike guide for 6 guided days
- Luggage transfer on days 4 & 5
- Maps of the area
- Italian VAT & tourist taxes
Cost not included
Airfare, trains, busses, in/out private airport transfers, insurances, drinks, lunches, food & beverage during the excursions, bike rental, funicular/cable, tips, private expenses, souvenirs, bike rental, and anything NOT mentioned in “costs included”.
Additional information
Please note, that all guided tours may be subject to changes, depending on:
- weather conditions
- the physical condition of each participant
- equipment and clothing unsuitable for the excursion (e.g. sneakers instead of mountain boots, clothing not suited to the weather conditions.)
- extreme sports are risky sports, at your own risk
- the itinerary doesn’t include any travel or health insurance
- Activity Level: This trip is for robust, active, and experienced mountain bikers in good physical condition who enjoy cycling, have a good spirit of adventure, and a positive attitude, and are prepared to and capable of biking an average of five to seven hours a day (30-60km a day - 1,300-2,000m uphill every day)
Services on request
- airport in-out transfers,
- bike rental
- additional luggage transfers
- holiday extensions,
- helicopter flights over the Dolomites
- single supplements at hotels/B&B/mountain huts (if available)
3 persons – starting from € 2.680,00/person
4 – 5 persons – starting from € 2.380,00/person
6 – 8 persons – starting from € 1.980,00/person
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