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Self-Guided Cycling from the Dolomites to Venice
Duration
8 days
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$36
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$1,721 USD
Spectacular riding from the stunning Dolomites to Venice on an 8 day self-guided cycling sojourn of Northern Italy. Few landscapes in Europe match the unique beauty of the jagged limestone Dolomites. The route goes through sunny South Tyrol and culture-rich Veneto.
- CategoryRoad Cycling
- TypeSelf-Guided
- Duration8 days
- Culture LevelFamiliar
- Skill Level2 - Novice
- Activity Level2 - Moderate
- Elevation2 - Moderate
- TerrainMixed
- Distance186.4 miles
- Avg. Daily Distance31.1 miles
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Quick Stats
- Duration8 days
- Main DestinationNorthern Italy
- Distance186.4 miles
- Avg. Daily Distance31.1 miles
- Elevation2 - Moderate
- TerrainMixed
Itinerary Details
- Day 1Arrive in Dobbiaco/Villabassa
Arrive at your hotel in Val Pusteria, surrounded by the peaks of the Dolomites. Upon arrival at your first hotel, you will receive your bikes and travel documents. On some occasions, you may be asked to collect the bikes at the local bike office. A QR code will be provided for a video which will provide you with further information about the trip. Should you need any further assistance, you can contact the local partner or visit their office in Dobbiaco until 18:00.
- Hotel Hubertushof or similar
- Day 2Dobbiaco/Villabassa to Cortina d'Ampezzo
Your ride starts along the old Dolomites narrow-gauge railway, rolling past Lake Dobbiaco and the war cemetery. Take in stunning mountain views, with glimpses of the Tre Cime, before crossing from South Tyrol into Veneto and finishing in the Olympic village of Cortina d’Ampezzo.
- 18.6 miles
- Hotel Villa Gaia or similar
- Breakfast
- Day 3Cortina d'Ampezzo to Belluno
Continue along the old railway track, with sweeping views of the Sorapis range on one side and the Cinque Torri (Five Towers) on the other. Pause for lunch in Pieve di Cadore, the birthplace of Titian, before riding on through the valley of the ice-cream makers to Belluno.
- 46.6 miles
- Accommodation in Belluno
- Breakfast
- Day 4Belluno to Feltre
Today you leave Belluno, the provincial capital, and cycle across the foothills, passing through a string of small villages along tree-lined avenues to Feltre. This historic hilltop town was completely rebuilt in the 16th century after being destroyed in 1510 for its allegiance to Venice.
- 24.9 miles
- Hotel Doriguzzi or similar
- Breakfast
- Day 5Feltre to Bassano del Grappa
Descend into the Brenta Valley and across the plains to Bassano del Grappa, named after nearby Monte Grappa. Here you can visit the Poli Grappa Museum, explore the Museo Civico, and cross the famous wooden Ponte Vecchio, dedicated to the Alpini troops.
- 34.2 miles
- Hotel Brennero or similar
- Breakfast
- Day 6Bassano del Grappa to Treviso
Cycle past villas designed by the renowned architect Palladio before pausing in Asolo, an elegant hilltop town with a charming historic centre. Continue across the plains to Treviso, encircled by ancient walls and waterways. In the town center, explore a delightful maze of arcaded walkways and canals.
- 34.2 miles
- Hotel Carlton or similar
- Breakfast
- Day 7Treviso to Mestre/Venice Mainland
Complete your cycling journey with a gentle ride along the River Sile to the Venice mainland, the gateway to the ‘Floating City.’ Explore the wonders of St. Mark’s Square, the Doge’s Palace, and the iconic Rialto Bridge.
- 28 miles
- Hotel Villa Costanza or similar
- Breakfast
- Day 8Leave Mestra/Venice Mainland