Best Classic Bike Prosecco to Dolomites

Arrive in Follina on your own (private transfer available on request) and check into your hotel.
Situated on the “Strada del Prosecco” (the Prosecco wine route), Follina is a picturesque village with ancient origins, immersed in the lush green landscape of Veneto's “pre-Alps” (foothills). This small community is situated in the foothills of the Alpi Trevigiane (Treviso Alps), halfway between Valdobbiadene and Vittorio Veneto. The town was developed in the 12th century by a group of Cistercian monks, who used the abundant water supply of the area to establish a flourishing industry in woolen goods. Today, the town is an important cultural center, composed of seventeenth century palazzi (palaces), as well as being a hub of industry and craftsmanship, resulting from the buoyant hotel trade.

Option for a warm up ride in the surrounding area, riding the beautiful pre-Alpine hills around Treviso. Additional option to visit the Prosecco vineyards of Valdobbiadene, and taste this delicious and famous Italian sparkling wine.

In the morning, meet your local English speaking bike guide for a trip briefing and orientation. 
After a hearty breakfast, start for your beautiful cycling day along the Strada del Prosecco – the most sought-after of all the Italian wine routes. The golden nectar produced here is tended and cherished among the rolling hills that border Treviso. The panorama that opens up between Conegliano and Valdobbiadene is breathtaking: moving up from the plains, you can make out the grandeur of the Dolomite Mountains. Along your ride, you will have a chance to visit the old town of Asolo, the town of the 100 horizons: be sure to choose your favorite horizon!
A bit further north, on a hilltop in Possagno you will see the Tempio Canoviano, or Temple of Canova. This Roman Catholic parish church was built in a severe Neoclassical style, based on the designs of Antonio Canova. Last but not least, visit Villa Barbaro in the village of Maser, this villa was built for Daniele Barbaro, Patriarch of Aquileia. It is the masterpiece of the Rennaissance architect Andrea Palladio (Bicycle 98km / 60.8 miles, 1,450m / 4,757' elevation change).

Today takes you on a beautiful loop through the woods in the pre-alpi, or foothills, of the Dolomite Mountains – the Giro del Cansiglio. While marvelous at any time of year, this circuit is simply spectacular in the fall when the colors arrive! Begin cyclingfrom your hotel and ride to Passo Rolle, passing by the Grotte Caglieron before you reach the Cansiglio forest. Once called “Bosco del dogi,” it was a timber reserve for the dockyard of the Serenissima fleet of Venice. Today it’s a basin-shaped karst plateau attracts tourists thanks to its large forest, the second largest in Italy, surrounded by lush green meadows and malghe or traditional shepherd’s huts. . Return by bike to Follina (Bicycle ~98km / 60.8 miles, 2,210m / 7,251' elevation change).

Today you’ll depart the Prosecco region, and bike up into the Dolomite Mountains!
From Follina, bike up to Passo San Boldo (706m / 2,316'). Known as “The Road of the 100 Days”, the road on the pass was built in 100 days in the Spring of 1918, during WWI. After the pass, continue to Belluno and stop for a drink in the main square. Belluno is the most important city in the Eastern Dolomites Veneto region. Bike to Ponte nelle Alpi and Pieve di Cadore, and on to Cortina d’Ampezzo (1,224m / 4,016') (Bicycle ~120km / 74.5 miles, 2,400m / 7,874' elevation change).
Cortina d’Ampezzo is a charming alpine resort town surrounded by stunning peaks, uniquely sheltered from the cold winds of the north, giving it a pleasantly mild climate that tourists can enjoy year-round. Host to the 1956 Winter Olympics, Cortina enjoys a reputation for great skiing in winter, and in the summer attracts hikers and climbers who challenge the rocky faces of the nearby mountains. This chic Venetian town also caters to the high society crowd, offering many year-round social activities, shopping, and fine dining.

From Cortina d’Ampezzo, ascend to Passo Giau (2,230m / 7,316') biking under the flanks of Croda da Lago Massif and then descend to Colle Santa Lucia (1,599m / 5,246'). En route you’ll pass by the Andraz Castle. Reach Passo Falzarego (2,105m / 6,906') situated right below Mount Lagazuoi. Enjoy a last descent along the impressive flanks of the Lagazuoi massif, Sass de Stria and Setsass mountains to enter the Alta Badia valley.
 
(85-90km / 53-56 miles cycling, 2.200m / 7,218' ascent and descent.)

Located in a large valley surrounded all around by the gorgeous peaks of the Dolomites, Alta Badia is truly the “heart of the Dolomites.” Geographically in the South Tyrol (Südtirol), this area was part of Austria prior to the First World War. Here you’ll find unique mountain scenery with villages rich in natural beauties and ancient traditions, witness the simple everyday life of the local people (the “Ladini”), as well as the customs and traditions of the ancient Ladin culture.

The time has come to enjoy a well deserved rest! You may wish to spend the day in the SPA soaking away the tiredness, or take a lift up to the Pralongià Plateau. It is possible to ascend/descend the Pralongia Plateau on foot, or with the help of a cable car, depending on your energy level. This area is surrounded by mountains including the Marmolada (3,343m / 10,964'), the Queen of the Dolomites, the highest peak in the Dolomites and home to its largest remaining glacier. Once on the Plateau, there are plenty of rifugios (mountain inns) where you can enjoy the panorama, have lunch and a good glass of wine.
(1-6 hours hiking, depending on how long you wish to hike.)

Today you will bike the famous Sellaronda, the classic Dolomites cycling route that circumnavigates the Sella Massif, and leads you over four major passes as you cycle clockwise around this incredible mountain! In the morning, depart from Alpe di Siusi, catching a ride to Passo Gardena with your escort vehicle.
The route starts from Passo Campolongo (1,875m / 6,150'), and leads you down through the village of Arabba. Ascend the famous Passo Pordoi (2,242m / 7,356'), often the highest point of the renowned Giro d’Italia bike race, famous for its 33 hairpin turns. Descend through Canazei (1,842m / 6,043'), and up over Passo Sella (2,240m / 7,349'), and then back towards Passo Gardena for your final descent to Alta Badia (6-7 hours bicycling 72km / 44 miles, 1,970m / 6,463' ascent).

Breakfast and departure on your own (private transfer available on request).