Cycling Holidays in the Dolomites
Ride the Pale Mountains Like a Pro
Framed by 3,000-metre limestone cathedrals and stitched with immaculate tarmac, the Dolomites are a playground for riders who think in hairpins and espresso shots. This UNESCO landscape strings together icons—Sella, Pordoi, Gardena, Campolongo, Giau, Fedaia and Tre Cime—into loops you’ll replay for years.
Must-Ride Passes & Loops
Sellaronda
Four-pass classic from Corvara in either direction; quiet mornings, huge views. Riding the Sellaronda loop is a bucket-list experience for every cyclist in the Dolomites, combining legendary climbs like Passo Sella and Passo Gardena into one unforgettable day.
Passo Giau
The photographer’s pass; honest gradients and a reward-packed summit. Known as one of the most challenging ascents in the Dolomites, Passo Giau offers cyclists relentless switchbacks and sweeping views that define high-mountain cycling in Italy.
Passo Pordoi
Long, rhythmic climbing and a monument to Il Campionissimo. As the most frequently featured Dolomite climb in the Giro d’Italia, Passo Pordoi is a must-ride for cyclists seeking both history and high-altitude endurance.
Tre Cime di Lavaredo
Short, savage finale with cinema-worthy panoramas. This brutal yet iconic climb is among the steepest in the Dolomites, rewarding cyclists with views that rank among the most dramatic landscapes in all of Italy.
Our Dolomites Tours
How Our Dolomites Trips Work
Supported self-guided = your pace, your crew, with pro backup.
Expect daily route briefings, multiple GPX options in the CyclingHero Companion App, on-route vehicle support (at least one sweep), live van racking and help with bike setup.
Airport transfers (typically Venice/Treviso), luggage moves and breakfasts are included; handpicked boutique stays keep legs fresh. Bring your own bike (we’ll store the box) or rent a premium Basso with climbing gears.
Legends, Culture & Rest-Day Gems
Between summit bids, dive into Ladin heritage, WWI open-air sites on Lagazuoi, the Messner “Museum in the Clouds”, café life in Corvara & Cortina, and a recovery plate of speck, canederli and strudel.
Best Season to Ride
June, July, September and early October deliver the sweetest mix of stable weather, crisp mornings and clear passes (August is busy). Pack a light shell, gilet and warmers—even midsummer nights can bite.
Signature Car-Free Cycling Events
Sellaronda Bike Day-Spring - JUN 6th 2026
Dolomites Bike Day - JUN 20th 2026
Maratona dles Dolomites - JUL 5th 2026
Sellaronda Bike Day-Fall - SEP 12th 2026
Dolomites FAQ
Where exactly is the tour and what will we see?+
We ride the heart of the UNESCO-listed Dolomites—Corvara/Alta Badia, Val Gardena and Cortina—linking the Sella Ronda with icons like Pordoi, Giau, Fedaia and Tre Cime. Start with the Dolomites region hub.
How many days is the tour?+
Typical Dolomites trips run 5–9 days. See our evergreen line-up on All Bike Tours or pick a themed week like Dolomites Bike Day or Maratona – Build Up.
How challenging is the ride?+
Routes range from Pretty Tame to Very Climby with multiple daily options. Read the format on How We Ride and check levels on our FAQ.
How many kilometers and meters of climbing per day?+
Expect ~40–120 km | 25-75 mi and ~500–2,500 m | 1,600-8,000 ft depending on your chosen route option. Tour pages show daily profiles: bike-tours.
Where will we stay?+
Boutique, cyclist-friendly hotels in prime locations, with secure bike storage and hearty breakfasts. More on Accommodations.
Are meals included?+
Breakfasts are included; lunches are at scenic cafés; dinners vary by itinerary—check Inclusions on each tour (e.g., Dolomites Bike Day).
Can I bring my own bike?+
Yes. We’ll help with setup and store your bike box for the duration. Details in FAQ and How We Ride.
Can I rent a bike?+
Yes—premium Basso road/gravel/e-road bikes; we can fit SPD-SL or Look KEO pedals at no extra charge. See FAQ.
How do I get to the start point?+
Fly Venice (VCE) or Treviso (TSF)—airport transfers are included to/from the pick-up hotel. Full overview on How We Ride and FAQ.
What’s your cancellation policy?+
≥60 days: balance minus deposit refunded. 60–15 days: credit valid for two years. <15 days: no credit. Special events may differ—see Terms & Conditions.
Trip Summary
CyclingHero’s Dolomites page is your launchpad for a bucket-list cycling holiday in the Italian Alps, built for riders who dream in hairpins and want pro-level logistics without the rigid peloton vibe.
Based around Alta Badia, Val Gardena and Cortina d’Ampezzo, our supported self-guided bike tours link the region’s most iconic climbs—Sellaronda (Sella, Pordoi, Gardena, Campolongo), Passo Giau, Passo Fedaia (Marmolada) and Tre Cime di Lavaredo—so you can chase Giro-famous scenery on perfectly surfaced roads with 360°Dolomite views.
Expect daily route choices ranging from 40–120 km and 500–2,500 m of climbing, graded from “Pretty Tame” to “Very Climby,” with e-road upgrades available for a little assistance.
You ride at your pace with pre-loaded GPX on the CyclingHero Companion App (and, on select tours, a Hammerhead Karoo-2), live van tracking and instant support; we handle airport transfers (typically Venice or Treviso), luggage moves between hotels, and on-route mechanical help—so the only thing you carry up the next pass is your cadence.
Handpicked, cyclist-friendly hotels (often family-run and centrally located) set you up with secure bike storage, hearty breakfasts and recovery-friendly amenities; lunches are at our favourite cafés, and the support van is stocked with hydration and ride snacks.
Bring your own bike (we’ll store your box and help with setup) or rent a premium Basso road or e-road with the right climbing gears; we can fit SPD-SL or Look KEO pedals on request.
Rest days (or non-riding partner days) are hardly “rest”: explore Ladin culture, WWI open-air museums on Lagazuoi, Reinhold Messner’s “Museum in the Clouds,” cable-car panoramas and spa time, then refuel with local specialities.
Prime season runs from June to July, September, and early October, with cooler mornings and the occasional alpine squall — pack a light shell, gilet, and warmers even in midsummer.
Why ride the Dolomites with CyclingHero? Because you get the freedom of a self-guided adventure plus the safety net of a pro crew, local knowledge that strings together quieter lanes and espresso stops, and rider-friendly policies (clear inclusions and a flexible cancellation/refund framework).
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