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
- Trip offered mid-June – mid-October
Arrival
Upon arriving in the Dolomites, you'll check into your hotel in Alta Badia (airport transfers available upon request). After settling in, you'll meet your mountain bike guide for a trip briefing and equipment check—an ideal preparation for the adventure that awaits on the following day.
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
Pütia and its natural beauty
Head towards a beautiful village located at 1,398 meters in the heart of the Puez Odle Nature Park. The village has not only preserved its original appearance but also serves as a living testament to the ancient Ladin way of life. It still retains many Ladin customs and traditions, as well as traditional old farmhouses called "viles" and watermills. Leaving Longiarù, you'll climb two more passes, reaching an altitude of 2,006 meters.
3-hour biking, 30 km / 19 miles, 1,600m / 5,249' elevation change
The Natural Park of Fanes-Sennes-Braies
Today, you'll explore the Fanes-Sennes-Braies Nature Park, one of the largest nature parks in the region, covering an area of 25,680 hectares entirely within the Dolomites. The final climb will take you to your home for the night, located in the heart of the Nature Park.
6-hour biking, covering 42 km (26 miles) with an elevation change of 1,700 m (5,577')
View on the Croda Rossa Mountain
Today, we are in for an extraordinary ride through the Fanes-Senes-Braies Nature Park. Shortly after starting, we'll pass by a charming turquoise alpine lake, nestled in a saddle. We'll then descend towards the Valle d'Ampezzo, with its stunning waterfalls. From there, we’ll begin an ascent through the forest, eventually reaching the summer pastures, home to grazing cows. The views offer a breathtaking panorama of the Croda Rossa. We'll continue our bike journey until we reach the refuge, where we'll spend the night.
5-hour biking, 33km / 21 miles, 1,500m/ 4,921' elevation change
Cortina d'Ampezzo, Olympic City
During today’s bike tour, you will reach the beautiful Cortina d'Ampezzo, which hosted the 1956 Winter Olympics and will welcome the 2026 Winter Games. You’ll cycle up to a panoramic refuge, where you can enjoy breathtaking views of the Valle d'Ampezzo, its turquoise lake, and the surrounding peaks. Afterward, you'll continue your ride to the base of the majestic Pelmo massif, where you'll spend the night.
5,30 hours biking, 42km / 26 miles, 1,500m/ 5,249' elevation change
Bike on the "Strada della Vena"
Today, you'll bike along the "Strada della Vena" to the ancient Andraz Castle, built in 1027, one of the oldest castles in the Dolomites. Positioned atop a large landslide, it was designed to defend the iron foundries and the road along which iron was transported from the mines of Mount Pore. The quality of this iron was exceptional and was used to produce fine swords, which were exported throughout Europe.
Departure
After enjoying one last breakfast in the Dolomites, it’s time to depart and bid farewell to this beautiful region. If you have a few more days available, we can extend your vacation with additional adventures in the Dolomites or any other destination of your choice.
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 € 2.780,00/person
4 – 5 persons – starting from € 2.480,00/person
6 – 8 persons – starting from € 1.980,00/person
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