Dolomites Bike Tour

Overview

Welcome to your Dolomites bike adventure! Your Trek Travel guides will meet you at the Belluno Train Station at 11:00 AM and together you will take a one-hour shuttle ride to your trip hotel in Alleghe, your picturesque home for the duration of the trip. After a short round of introductions, your guides will fit you to your Trek bike and then present you with a casual buffet-style lunch at the hotel before hitting the road! The ride today features the legendary Pass... Welcome to your Dolomites bike adventure! Your Trek Travel guides will meet you at the Belluno Train Station at 11:00 AM and together you will take a one-hour shuttle ride to your trip hotel in Alleghe, your picturesque home for the duration of the trip. After a short round of introductions, your guides will fit you to your Trek bike and then present you with a casual buffet-style lunch at the hotel before hitting the road! The ride today features the legendary Passo Falzarego, a great introduction to the Dolomites and a famous climb in the Giro d'Italia. Enjoy the ascent as you tackle the hairpin turns, and take in the breathtaking views of the surrounding Dolomite peaks. At the top, you'll turn around and head back to the hotel spending the rest of the afternoon settling into your new home for the week. Relax or take a short walk around the alpine lake. Experience the gorgeous views of the surrounding peaks, including the imposing Monte Civetta towering over Alleghe. We'll dine as a group at the restaurant at our hotel with stunning views of the lake. Read More

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Today's ride begins by heading south from Alleghe, with the majestic Monte Civetta on your left. Our mission: completing a loop around the highest mountain in the area, La Marmolada, soaring at 10,968 feet (3,343 m). The first climb of the day is Passo Pordoi, one of the most iconic climbs in the Dolomites and synonymous with Fausto Coppi, the great Italian champion who raced to success on this climb many times. Take a picture by the bronze monument that commemorate... Today's ride begins by heading south from Alleghe, with the majestic Monte Civetta on your left. Our mission: completing a loop around the highest mountain in the area, La Marmolada, soaring at 10,968 feet (3,343 m). The first climb of the day is Passo Pordoi, one of the most iconic climbs in the Dolomites and synonymous with Fausto Coppi, the great Italian champion who raced to success on this climb many times. Take a picture by the bronze monument that commemorates the Campionissimo standing proud at the summit! Afterwards, you'll descend to the mountain town of Canazei, where you'll stop for a well-deserved packed lunch provided by your guides. Once back in the saddle, you'll encounter a sustained gentle climb taking you to Passo Fedaia, with the beautiful Fedaia lake nestled at its peak, near the Marmolada glacier. After some refreshments and snacks, get ready to descend and return to your hotel for a relaxing afternoon. Dinner will be on your own tonight, providing a great opportunity to explore the lakeside town of Alleghe and choose your favorite restaurant. Craving your carbs? Your guides are prepared with the best pizza and pasta recommendations for you. Read More

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Ensure a hearty breakfast today, because you're in for a big day in the saddle, taking on the celebrated Sella Ronda tour and conquering its four iconic passes. This memorable and demanding ride circumnavigates the dramatic Sella Massif, treating you to epic views and climbs. We'll take a short shuttle ride to the lovely ski resort of Arabba, while avid riders can start riding from the hotel warming up for six miles. In Arabba we begin the counterclockwise loop, asc... Ensure a hearty breakfast today, because you're in for a big day in the saddle, taking on the celebrated Sella Ronda tour and conquering its four iconic passes. This memorable and demanding ride circumnavigates the dramatic Sella Massif, treating you to epic views and climbs. We'll take a short shuttle ride to the lovely ski resort of Arabba, while avid riders can start riding from the hotel warming up for six miles. In Arabba we begin the counterclockwise loop, ascending Passo Campolongo. After a descent to Corvara, we climb up to Passo Gardena. The highest summit today, Passo Sella, awaits next. Lunch is covered with packed sandwiches and a van full of ride snacks. Lastly, conquer the monumental ascent of Passo Pordoi. Cycling the Sella Ronda is an unparalleled experience. Revel in the challenging climbs and breathtaking views throughout the ride and enjoy the descent back to Alleghe. What a day! Tonight, take time to recover and savor a delightful dinner in town. Read More

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Prepare for a day of breathtaking vistas and challenging cycling! Start with a few miles of rolling terrain before taking on the renowned Passo Giau. This 6.2-mile (10 km) ascent, surrounded by stunning scenery, is an epic climb in the Dolomites, famed for its inclusion in the Giro d'Italia and the feats of legendary climbers. Enjoy a packed sandwich lunch at the summit, 7,336 feet (2,236 m) above sea level, surrounded by magnificent peaks. Descend to Pocol and tack... Prepare for a day of breathtaking vistas and challenging cycling! Start with a few miles of rolling terrain before taking on the renowned Passo Giau. This 6.2-mile (10 km) ascent, surrounded by stunning scenery, is an epic climb in the Dolomites, famed for its inclusion in the Giro d'Italia and the feats of legendary climbers. Enjoy a packed sandwich lunch at the summit, 7,336 feet (2,236 m) above sea level, surrounded by magnificent peaks. Descend to Pocol and tackle the second climb, Passo Falzarego. For an extra challenge, the avid option extends the loop to Valparola, a striking pass reaching 7,113 feet (2,168 m) and offering a scenic rocky landscape. Descend into the Badia valley and climb the picturesque Passo Campolongo before completing the loop. Tonight, we'll come together as a team to enjoy a shared dinner at the hotel restaurant, celebrating a fantastic week of riding and creating memories. Read More

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Our final day in cycling paradise wouldn't be complete without a farewell loop. This morning, rise early and gear up for a final spin in Colle Santa Lucia, the mountain towering over the north of Lake Alleghe. If you would rather relax, you are free to enjoy a leisurely breakfast at the hotel instead and take in the lake views one more time. Your guides will bid you arrivederci at 11:00 AM. You will then take a one hour shuttle to the Belluno train station ... Our final day in cycling paradise wouldn't be complete without a farewell loop. This morning, rise early and gear up for a final spin in Colle Santa Lucia, the mountain towering over the north of Lake Alleghe. If you would rather relax, you are free to enjoy a leisurely breakfast at the hotel instead and take in the lake views one more time. Your guides will bid you arrivederci at 11:00 AM. You will then take a one hour shuttle to the Belluno train station and arrive at approximately 12:00 PM. What a wonderful bike trip! Read More