Dolomites Tour
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Dolomites Tour
This tour through the Dolomites is a spectacular five-day bikepacking trip through the heart of the Dolomites. Starting from Bormio, you cycle over some of Italy's most iconic mountain passes, including the Stelvio, Gardena, Mendola, and Gavia. Along the way, impressive mountain landscapes, charming South Tyrolean villages, and excellent hotels alternate. With over 500 kilometers and more than 10,000 meters of elevation gain, this tour offers a perfect blend of sporting challenge, adventure, and Italian hospitality. Thanks to carefully selected accommodations, daily board, and a unique route, all you have to do is enjoy the cycling.
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About the journey
This trip is not just about performance, but above all about the experience. You cycle through rugged mountain landscapes, along quiet roads, and past the most beautiful panoramas of the Dolomites. Along the way, you enjoy local gastronomy, comfortable cycling hotels, massages, and the camaraderie of a small group of like-minded cyclists. Every day brings new challenges and unforgettable views, from the hairpin bends of the Stelvio to the mystical atmosphere of the Gavia. The Dolomites tour is a cycling adventure that challenges you, inspires you, and stays with you for a long time.
For all our trips we indicate which level of cyclist the trip is suitable for.
The journey can be given 1, 2, 3 or 4 mountains to indicate how difficult the journey is.
What does the journey look like?
– Any transport within Italy
– Accommodations + overnight stays
– double room
– Breakfast, lunch and dinner with soft drinks and water
– CYCLOsportive cycling shirt (worth €75)
– Luggage transport and cycling guide
– Follow-up vehicle
– Pre-departure briefing (online)
– Route book (digital) + gpx files
– Technical support
- drink
- transport
We will be staying with the group (maximum 10 people) in bicycle-friendly accommodations.
Day 1 – Bormio → Merano
105 km | 1,959 hm
Ascent of the legendary Stelvio and descent to atmospheric Merano.
Overnight stay: Hotel Thurnergut, Merano.
Day 2 – Merano → Badia
121 km | 2,363 hm
Via Bolzano, Passo Laion and Passo Gardena to the heart of the Dolomites.
Overnight stay: Hotel Melodia del Bosco, Badia.
Day 3 – Tour of Badia
59 km | 1,439 hm
Local loop including the Passo Falzarego and plenty of Dolomite panoramas.
Overnight stay: Hotel Melodia del Bosco, Badia.
Day 4 – Badia → Fondo
107 km | 2,247 hm
A varied stage over steep mountain roads and the beautiful Mendola Pass.
Overnight stay: Hotel Bel Soggiorno, Fondo.
Day 5 – Fondo → Bormio
115 km | 2,759 hm
The queen stage with the Passo del Tonale and the rugged, iconic Passo Gavia as the grand finale.
Overnight stay: Hotel Funivia, Bormio.
The Dolomites tour is designed for cyclists seeking more than just scenic miles. This trip is ideal for recreational riders and experienced cyclists who enjoy long days in the saddle, impressive mountain landscapes, and the adventure of a multi-day tour from hotel to hotel.
Thanks to the daily distances of 60 to 120 kilometers and over 10,000 meters of elevation gain in total, a good basic level of fitness is required. You don't have to be a competitive cyclist, but you must be able to cycle comfortably for several consecutive days in mountainous terrain. The climbs are challenging but not technically difficult and can be ridden at your own pace.
This trip is perfect for lovers of the Dolomites, iconic mountain passes such as the Stelvio, Gardena, and Gavia, and for cyclists who appreciate the comfort of good hotels, excellent Italian gastronomy, and a fully catered program. Whether you are traveling solo, with friends, or as part of a small group, La Pedalata combines adventure, sporting challenge, and comfort in a unique way.
Suitable for:
Sporty recreational cyclists
Experienced road cyclists and gravel riders
Enthusiasts of multi-day cycling adventures
Cyclists who want to experience iconic mountain passes
Travelers who want to combine sports with comfort and gastronomy
Less suitable for:
Beginner cyclists without mountain experience
Cyclists who prefer short or flat rides
Anyone who is not comfortable cycling 1,500 to 3,000 vertical meters for several days in a row.
Can the Dolomites Tour be booked all year round?
The ideal time to have this trip organized by CYCLOsportive is June (just before the heat of summer and just after the snow) and from September (when temperatures drop again and just before the snow starts to fall again).
What level are the trips suitable for?
The trip is suitable for all cyclists who want to work on their fitness during the winter period to give the new season a kickstart. Thanks to guidance and various route options, both experienced recreational cyclists and avid road racers are welcome.
Are the trips fully taken care of?
Yes. CYCLOsportive takes as much of the organization off your hands as possible so that participants can fully enjoy the experience. Depending on the type of trip, guidance, sports nutrition, bike transport, mechanical support, and accommodations are included, among other things. Read carefully what is stated under the headings included and excluded.
Can I book alone?
Certainly. Many participants travel individually and join like-minded cyclists with the same passion for road cycling, gravel, and adventure.
How big are the groups?
CYCLOsportive deliberately chooses small groups to ensure personal attention, quality, and a premium experience. Therefore, the groups consist of a minimum of 4 and a maximum of 15 people.
Why choose CYCLOsportive?
CYCLOsportive combines sporting quality with complete peace of mind. The trips are designed for cyclists who want to make the most of their precious free time, without having to worry about logistics, routes, or organization.
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Sports medical certificate
It is not mandatory, but it is wise to have a medical certificate signed at a Sports Medical Center. A sports medical examination costs money, but it is oh so important to know whether you can participate in this grueling journey in a healthy way. You will be fully or partially reimbursed for such an examination through the supplementary insurance of many insurance companies. To make it easy for you, To create this, CYCLOsportive has entered into partnerships with various Sports Medical Centers in the Netherlands. Click on the button to see which parties we work with and where you can have the medical certificate signed.
