The Best of South Tyrol: Road Biking in the Dolomites

Arrive in Bozen/Bolzano on your own and check into your luxury hotel (private transfer available on request).
Bozen/Bolzano (240m / 787') is the capital city of the province of South Tyrol (Südtirol in German and Ladin, Sudtirolo in Italian, and also known by its Italian name Alto Adige). Green surroundings and lovely mountains frame the urban area, making it an ideal place for outdoor sports enthusiasts. Peaceful and tranquil surroundings are within easy reach, there are footpaths for keen walkers, and three cable cars for those seeking the thrill of heights and panoramic view over the city, as well as access to higher elevation trails. Mountain passes abound, making this an exceptional area for cycling too! Dinner in the hotel restaurant this evening.

Today is your first day on a bike and we have a great tour for you. After breakfast meet your Bicycling Guide for a trip briefing and orientation, and to check-out the bike you will use for your exciting days in the Dolomites.
You’ll cycle along the South Tyrolean Wine Route, exploring of the local wine culture along your ride, and celebrate the days conclusion with a plunge into a lake. This is sure to make a stellar serious introduction to the art of conquering a pass!
At the end of your day, return to your hotel in Bolzano.
(Bicycle ~ 72 km / 45 miles, 560m / 1,836' ascent and descent.)

Awe-inspiring scenery, views of the Dolomites, and culinary stopovers make today’s demanding tour truly exhilarating. The vista of the Alpe di Siusi/Seiser Alm and Sciliar Massif banishes all thoughts regarding the altitude gain in the blink of an eye! 
From your hotel in Bolzano, you’ll cycle to the fabled Lago di Carezza/Karersee (1,520m / 4,986'). This gorgeous mountain lake is well-known for its soft, deep green waters and the exquisite view of the Rosengarten and Latemar mountain ranges. Head up the Carezza Pass, enjoying the spectacular mountain scenery as you ride beneath the legend-steeped Rosengarten Massif (3,002m / 9,849'). Finally, climb on to the villages of Siusi/Seis (1,000m / 3,281'), all set at the foot of the Sciliar.
(Bicycle ~ 72,4 km / 45 miles, 2,213m / 7,258' ascent, 1,472 / 4,828' descent.)

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 Gardena/Grödner Joch Pass (2,137m / 7,011'), and leads you down through the villages of Alta Badia. 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. In the afternoon, you will continue the leg to Passo Gardena, and on to Alta Badia (1,600m / 5,250'), where you will spend the night.
(Bicycle ~ 61 km / 38 miles, 1,697m / 5,566' ascent, 2,291m / 7,514' descent.)

Today’s bike tour includes some of the most beautiful sights the Pale Mountains have to offer. You will have spectacular views of Tre Cime di Lavaredo  (Three Peaks of Lavaredo in English, and the Drei Zinnen in German, meaning “three merlons”) – perhaps the most recognizable of all the Dolomites formations.
Begin your ride from your hotel, and climb over two mountain passes as you head to Cortina d'Ampezzo. From there, you continue toward Lago Misurina (1,754m / 5,755'), under the mighty Tre Cime di Lavaredo, with beautiful vistas of the massifs.
Your route continues on to Dobbiaco/Toblach (1,254m / 4,114'), in the Val Pusteria. Dobbiaco is often referred to as the “door to the Dolomites,” because of the breathtaking views of Tre Cime di Lavaredo that can be had from here.
(Bicycle ~ 71,5 km / 44 miles, 1,580m /  5,182' ascent, 1,863m / 6,110' descent.)

Today you will bike to the city of Bressanone / Brixen. The third largest city and oldest town in the province, Bressanone (560m / 1,837'), or Brixen in German, is the artistic and cultural capital of the valley. Art, culture and history have made Bressanone an important place to be. The South Tyrolean town is more than 1,000 years oldn and was often a stopover for emperors on their travel and became a lavish bishop’s seat. Today, it offers an interesting connection between joie-de-vivre and reflection. From Bressanone, take a private transfer to Bolzano and celebrate your last evening in this incredible region.
(Bicycle ~ 70 km / 43 miles, 250m / 820' ascent, 925m / 3,034' descent.)

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