Dolomites Cycling Tour
Minimum 4 Nights
4 Nights
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Key Features of 5 Day Tour
- Minimum 4 nights | 5 days
- Minimum 4 nights in Badia
- Daily breakfasts & evening meals
- At least 3 fully supported, guide-led rides and 1 shorter ride
- Bike rentals are available for this tour
- Ride the Sella Ronda which features four breath-taking climbs
- Support from our bike guides and mechanics
- See the sights, enjoy local cuisine
- Private feed stops
- Return transfers from Venice Marco Polo Airport (VCE)
- Spread your payments - Interest free payment plan
Explore the Dolomites with Sportive Breaks
Four days of classic climbs, unbelievable scenery and great food, what’s not to love? For cycling lovers our Dolomites Weekender doesn’t get much better!
Often called the best cycling route in the world, riders will have the chance to take on the Sella Ronda, a circular route over four climbs with amazing views throughout.
The true highlight of this long weekend is the scenery in all directions. On every ride we are surrounded by incredible views, clean air and life-affirming riding.
Our hotel for the weekend will be located in Badia near Corvara, one of our favourite cycling towns in the world and the home of the popular Maratona. Perfect for post-ride spas & beers on the balcony!
What's Included?
Accommodation
Minimum 4 night hotel stay in Badia
Included Meals
Breakfast & dinners (budget €10 for lunch)
Guided Rides
3 fully supported, guide-led rides and 1 shorter ride on arrival day
Mechanic
Expert mechanic on hand
Private Feed Stops
We set up feed stops on your guided rides
Transfers
Return transfers from Venice Marco Polo Airport
Bike Rental
Bike rentals available on this tour
Example Itinerary (based on a 4 Night Stay)
Day One - Badia
Location
Badia
If you are driving or are using public transport, please make your own way to meet us at the hotel. Alternatively, if you arrive at Venice Marco Polo Airport and require an airport transfer, then we will arrange this around your flight schedule
This afternoon, there will be an optional ride to warm-up the legs and bed-in your own bike or rental.
Airport Transfers
Included with your Dolomites Cycling Tour, we can offer an airport transfer for you, your luggage, and your bike from Marseille airport. If you wish to use this service, then you must provide us with your flight details ahead of time
The transfer will be arranged to pick you up 1 hour after your flight has arrived, leaving you enough time to clear airport security and baggage.
Transfer will take roughly 3 hours
Daily Highlights
- Airport transfer
- Expert staff
- Fitting of rental bikes
- Warm-up ride to test rental bike
- Hotel in Badia
Ride
Warm-up ride up the Gardena
Meals
Welcome Dinner
Day Two - Sella Ronda
Location
After breakfast, we meet at for a rollout at 09:30am. Our mechanic is on hand for any last minute bike work before we head out towards the Passo Campolongo together.
The group will ride the Sella Ronda over the Pordoi where we grab a coffee and then the stunning Sella & Gardena. We have a late lunch back in La Villa before a relaxing afternoon.
66km Distance | 1900m Elevation
Daily Highlights
- Fully supported
- Hotel in Badia
- Ride the enchanting Passo Campolongo
Ride
Ride the Sella Ronda over the Pordoi and then the stunning Sella & Gardena
Meals
Breakfast & Dinner
Long Ride
Day Three - Passo delle Erbe
Location
Badia
Another breakfast rollout at 09:30am. Today we head off the beaten path and escape the world going over the Passo delle Erbe and then back over the Gardena. A stunning local ride on narrow, empty roads today is one of the highlights of the weekend.
89km Distance | 2600m Elevation
Daily Highlights
- Fully supported
- Hotel in Badia
- Climb over the Passo delle Erbe and the Gardena
Ride
Take on some classic climbs with some amazing scenery on narrow empty roads
Meals
Breakfast & Dinner
Long Ride
Day Four - Giau / Tre Cime
Location
A big day for the bunch!
A monster day in the mountains going over the Valporolo, dropping towards Cortina before the mighty Giau and Campolongo on the way home.
110km Distance | 3000m Elevation
Daily Highlights
- Fully supported
- Hotel in Badia
- Climb the Valporolo and mighty Giau
Ride
Explore some classic climbs and take in some amazing scenery
Meals
Breakfast & Dinner
Long Ride
Day Five - Departure
Location
Today breakfast will be at 8:00am. You will have the morning to pack your bikes and bags, before departing for the airport.
Returning Home – Departure from your hotel
Airport transfers will be arranged around your flight schedule and we will take into account the distance to the airport and the 2 hour check-in requirement, therefore your transfer will be ready to pick-up you up roughly 4 hours before your flight departs.
Transfer Duration of 3 hours
Daily Highlights
- Fully supported
- Airport transfer
Meals
Breakfast
Tour Dynamic
This is the perfect Cycling Break for avid amateur cyclists and the same tried and tested formula can be expected in each destination. All Cycling Tours are hosted by local riders and in Italy you can even ride with a former Giro d’Italia stage winner! Riders arrive on their desired day and go on to enjoy a minimum of 4 days in the saddle, taking in a combination of classic world-renowned cols and climbs made famous by the Tour de France, Giro d’Italia and Vuelta a Espana. We also introduce some undiscovered climbs favoured by local riders.
We offer 3 fully supported, guide-led rides with a support van on hand. We also offer a shorter ride, which is a warm-up ride on arrival day to ensure your rental bike is working fine.
This cycling tour is designed to give you the flexibility of tailoring the experience to your groups’ needs. Whether this is the choice of hotel, input on guided rides or arranging a special group meal. When you enquire with our team on your specific requirements, we will do our very best to meet these and provide a memorable trip for you and your group. Use the enquire now button at the top of the page to get in touch with our team today. Alternatively you can contact us here.
Pricing
The Dolomites is a special place in the cycling world. Ask anyone that’s been and they will rave about the incredible scenery, warm hospitality and amazing climbs (and descents!). On this trip we spend our time in La Villa or Badia.
Prices
- Please contact us with your requirements and we can provide a detailed quote for your group.
Included With Your Cycling Break
- Minimum 4 nights in Badia (longer stay is possible)
- Bike Storage
- Relaxing Facilities
- Local expert guides and bike mechanic
- Daily guided rides
- Breakfasts and evening meals
- Airport transfers arranged around your flight schedule from/to Venice Marco Polo Airport
- Detailed itinerary
- ABTA protected
Also Available
- Private transfers from an alternate destination
- Bike rental: Various models available, contact us for details
More about the event & hotel
The Dolomites is a special place in the cycling world. Ask anyone that’s been and they will rave about the incredible scenery, warm hospitality and amazing climbs (and descents!). On the rides we take in the classic climbs of the region including the Passo Giau, Sella Ronda and some local routes off the beaten path. The routes for each day are challenging but suitable for most regular riders. La Villa and Badia is the perfect setting for some post-ride R&R. Our hotel has a spa and sports massage and the terrace out front is perfect for a couple of beers as the sun goes down over the mountains.
Who Is This Tour For?
Cyclists
Our tour is suitable for avid amateur cyclists to seasoned riders, with a love for the sport and a desire to ride in a cyclists paradise. Our guided rides are ridden at a pace dictated by the standard of your group, but we always take the time to enjoy the picturesque scenery.
We also have a team of local riders and mechanics on hand who will guide you around their home roads for an unforgettable experience.
More About Our Tour
The Dolomites is a special place in the cycling world. Ask anyone that’s been and they will rave about the incredible scenery, warm hospitality and amazing climbs (and descents!). On the rides we take in the classic climbs of the region including the Passo Giau, Sella Ronda and some local routes off the beaten path. The routes for each day are challenging but suitable for most regular riders. La Villa and Badia is the perfect setting for some post-ride R&R. Our hotel has a spa and sports massage and the terrace out front is perfect for a couple of beers as the sun goes down over the mountains. Our minimum 5-day, 4-night trip aims to tackle 100km per day with around 5 hours of riding. This can be adapted to your groups neeeds.
Climbs Involved
Passo Giau (North side)
- Distance: 8.9km
- Average gradient: 8.1%
- Lowest elevation: 1508m
- Highest elevation: 2231m
- Elevation gain: 722m
- Climb category: 1st
Passo delle Erbe (East to West)
- Distance: 14.7km
- Average gradient: 5.9%
- Lowest elevation: 1031m
- Highest elevation: 1891m
- Elevation gain: 1028m
- Climb category: HC (most difficult)
Passo Pordoi (East to West)
- Distance: 9.3km
- Average gradient: 6.7%
- Lowest elevation: 1600m
- Highest elevation: 2217m
- Elevation gain: 615m
- Climb category: 1st
And plenty more!
You're in safe hands
We have a team of highly experienced professionals who have been organising cycling trips for over 25 years. We are members of ABTA and ATOL, meaning you can book with confidence.
Plenty to choose from
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Spread your payments
Our payment plan is an interest-free payment method where you will have the opportunity to spread payment for your booking. *Selected products. Terms and Conditions apply
Logistics covered
We know the routes, we know the roads. We know how the event works and the best hotels for the start and finish. We organise everything for you; transfers, bike transport, additional feed stops, rep support and more.
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