The Dolomites don’t do subtle. Sheer rock towers, legendary passes, gradients that’ll test everything you’ve got, and scenery so good it almost feels unfair. Over seven days, we ride the routes that define Italian cycling: the Sella Ronda, Passo Manghen, Passo Falzarego, and a grand finish in Cortina d’Ampezzo. Never more than seven riders, always a minibus close behind, and 4-star hotels with proper Trentino dinners to close out every hard-earned day. Come ride the mountains that cyclists dream about, and experience some luxury along the way!
Seven days of adventure and six days of riding through the heart of the Italian Dolomites, one of road cycling's most storied landscapes. From Borgo Valsugana we climb Passo Manghen before tackling the full Sella Ronda loop, then take on Passo San Pellegrino, the Marmolada Glacier approach on Passo Fedaia, the enchanting shores of Lake Carezza, and finally Passo Falzarego before descending into Cortina d'Ampezzo, the Queen of the Dolomites. Groups are capped at seven cyclists, a minibus provides full support throughout, and every night ends at a 4-star hotel with a dinner built around local Trentino produce. This is the Italian Dolomites cycling tour done properly!
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To join this Italian Dolomites cycling tour, great fitness is required. Expect cycling up to 94 km (58 mi) per day, while gaining up to 2,400 m (7,874 ft) in elevation on mountain passes with gradients reaching 15%.
Most stages involve multiple serious climbs, and while a support minibus is on hand throughout, the riding itself is genuinely demanding. If you cycle regularly and are comfortable with sustained mountain climbs on a road bike, you’re well prepared for this tour.
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On this tour, you can rent an entry-level carbon frame road bike; a high-end road bike; and an e-bike.
If you’re interested in any of these options, please leave us a note at checkout or contact us before the tour starts.
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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Group sizes and pricing
An Italian Dolomites cycling tour 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 Italian Dolomites cycling tour is based on twin-share rooms, but a single occupancy room can be arranged at an additional fee. If you’re interested, please leave a note at checkout.
The starting point of your Italian Dolomites cycling tour is Borgo Valsugana. To get there, most people fly into Verona Villafranca Airport (VRN).
You will meet your guide at the Verona Airport on Day 1 for the transfer to Borgo Valsugana.
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 either by paying in full or with a 50% deposit! The remaining 50% of the trip price must be paid 120 days prior to departure, at the latest. If booking within 120 days of departure, the full amount is required at the time of booking.
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Luca was so helpful from the moment we booked, answering all our questions and helping us plan our trip. Our guide, Richi, and driver, Lorenzo, were fantastic. They took such good care of us and were always focused on the safety and comfort of the rider. We appreciated the small group size. The bikes (both regular and e-bikes) were top-notch. The scenery was, of course, spectacular. We enjoyed every day, our meals, and the accommodation immensely.