Unpack once, ride everywhere for 7 days! From a single base in the Dolomites, you roll out onto quiet valley paths where the air smells of pine, sun-warmed grass, and fresh espresso drifting from village cafés. One day follows the turquoise Drava River into Austria, another slips through cool, echoing tunnels on a railway-turned-bike path beneath towering rock walls. The rides are smooth, the terrain forgiving, and everything’s taken care of: routes, transfers, logistics, so you can just pedal and enjoy. By the end of the week, it’s not just the riding that sticks, it’s how easy it all felt.
Choose this option for a more classic and budget-friendly stay in comfortable 3-star hotels that offer everything you need to recharge.
This self-guided Dolomites cycling holiday is all about smooth valley riding, iconic routes like the Drava cycle path and the Cortina railway trail, and the freedom to shape each day to your own pace. You’ll roll through alpine villages, past shimmering lakes, and beneath dramatic peaks that never quite leave the horizon, all on well-maintained paths with no major climbs. With routes, transfers, and logistics taken care of, it’s a seamless, stress-free way to experience the Dolomites on two wheels, where the riding feels easy but the scenery never does.
Choose this option for a more elevated take on your Dolomites cycling holiday, with stays in carefully selected 4-star hotels that bring extra comfort to each day.
This self-guided Dolomites cycling holiday is all about smooth valley riding, iconic routes like the Drava cycle path and the Cortina railway trail, and the freedom to shape each day to your own pace. You’ll roll through alpine villages, past shimmering lakes, and beneath dramatic peaks that never quite leave the horizon, all on well-maintained paths with no major climbs. With routes, transfers, and logistics taken care of, it’s a seamless, stress-free way to experience the Dolomites on two wheels, where the riding feels easy but the scenery never does.
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This Dolomites cycling holiday is suitable for riders with a basic to good level of fitness. The routes follow well-maintained valley cycle paths with no steep inclines, making the riding comfortable and accessible for most cyclists.
Daily distances are flexible, ranging from 25 km (15 mi) up to 70 km (43 mi) depending on the route you choose and whether you use transfers. Some sections, like the Drava cycle path, are even slightly downhill, making for relaxed and easy riding.
You can adapt each day to your energy levels, shorten routes with transfers, extend them if you feel like it, or take a rest day. As long as you are comfortable cycling for a few hours at a relaxed pace, you will be able to fully enjoy this trip.
Here’s a list of the equipment you need to bring:
Dress comfortably and for the weather in clothes you can move in. We suggest bringing clothing appropriate for the season. Layers are best and don’t wear jeans.
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Self-guided tours are perfect for those who enjoy exploring on their own terms—at their own pace, and with the company they choose. By joining this self-guided Dolomites cycling holiday, we take care of the lodging, breakfasts and dinners, routes, maps, navigation, and more.
Rather than joining a guided group, you’ll navigate the tour yourself, using resources provided by the tour operator. For a hassle-free journey with everything arranged for you in advance, there’s no better option!
As a self-guided tour is built around your preferred travel dates, your guide will take care of arranging accommodations and details after you book. Note that exact accommodations and dates might shift slightly, so don’t make any travel arrangements until the details of your adventure are confirmed.
Group sizes and pricing
A self-guided Dolomites cycling holiday can be arranged for larger groups. Contact us to make arrangements.
Min. age requirements
If your group has participants under the age of 18, contact us prior to booking to make arrangements.
The price for this self-guided Dolomites cycling holiday] is based on twin-share rooms, but a single occupancy room can be arranged at an additional fee. You can add it to your booking at checkout.
The starting point of your self-guided Dolomites cycling holiday is Toblach/Dobbiaco, located in the Hochpustertal valley. Hochpustertal is located in South Tyrol, a bilingual region of northern Italy, so you’ll often see place names listed in both German and Italian (e.g. Toblach/Dobbiaco).
To get there, most people fly into Venice Marco Polo Airport (VCE). From there, you can rent a car, arrange a shuttle, or use public transport via Venice and regional train connections to reach Toblach/Dobbiaco, which usually takes around 3.5 to 5 hours.
We highly recommend that you cover all your bases with insurance. To make your booking and traveling experience as carefree as possible, you’ll be offered to simply insure your trip with Redpoint at checkout.
Redpoint—the official 57hours insurance partner—tailors protection packages for adventure travel, offering a comprehensive travel program, even in remote locations! Trip cancellation, natural disasters, pandemic coverage, medical evacuation, primary medical expenses—regardless of the travel interruption that may happen, Redpoint will have you covered.
Deposits
Secure your spot with a 30% deposit upon booking! The remaining 70% of the trip price must be paid 90 days prior to departure at the latest. If booking within 90 days of departure, the full amount is required at the time of booking.
Cancellations
Booking fees are non-refundable after a 48-hour grace period. During checkout, however, you can choose one of 57hours’ flexibility options—Basic, Flexible, or Super Flexible. Depending on which one you choose, a different cancellation policy will apply to your booking.
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We were tourists from out of town, and the staff here were incredibly kind and helpful. They went above and beyond to assist us in every possible way. If I could, I would give them 10 stars! Truly grateful for their warm hospitality.