Cycling Dolomites
SUD TIROL
DEtails:
2023 DATES: Sept 17-24, 2023
Duration: 7 nights, 8 days
Joining in: Venice, Italy
Land Cost: $3195 USD/person | Currency Conversion
Single room supplement: $480 USD
The Dolomites are one of the most beautiful mountain ranges on the planet and the road riding is world class. On the agenda are appointments with climbs made famous by the Giro d’Italia: Passo Giau, Passo Gavia, Passo Stelvio and more. All the while you’ll spend nights in excellent family-run hotels in quaint towns with delicious Northern Italian cuisine. The final ride of the trip is along spectacular Lake Garda and into beautiful Verona.
Trip Highlights:
- Stopping for a hand-made pasta lunch mid-way through your ride.
- Watching alpenglow colours dance across the beautiful rocky spires of the Dolomites while sipping a glass of Barolo wine.
- Rolling down the main street in historic Cortina D’Ampezzo after an amazing day of riding in the high mountains.
- Conquering the mighty Stelvio, one of the greatest climbs in the world.
- Rolling along the beautiful Lago di Garda with Verona just around the corner.
WHAT’S INCLUDED?
- Expert TAG coach & van support leader.
- All breakfasts, three lunches & four dinners.
- Welcome Reception with drinks & snacks.
- Full-time van support w/ water & snacks.
- Seven nights hotel accommodation.
- Airport pick-up in Venice on scheduled day.
- Bike case transfer Venice to Verona & storage during the trip.
- Basic tool kit & floor pump.
- Michelin map, daily Map Sessions & GPS routes to be transferred to individual GPS'.
- Detailed pre-departure information & trip extention assistance.
WHAT’S NOT INCLUDED?
- International airfare, airport taxes and excess baggage charges (if any).
- Five lunches, four dinners, alcoholic drinks & personal items.
- Transfer from Verona hotel to airport on departure.
- Energy supplements (gels, powders, bars).
- Optional tipping to your guide.
- Personal travel & medical insurance.
- Your bike & related equipment.
ACTIVITY LEVEL
The accumulation of multiple long days of riding will add up, as it is on all of our trips the fitter you are, the more fun you’ll have.
THE RIDING
The cycling in the Dolomites is spectacular and hilly. On most of the routes there is little traffic but some sections are busier so riders are advised to ride single file and to wear bright clothing. Road curfaces are very good. It is advised to have a rear light as there are tunnels on some of the riding days.
LODGING AND CUISINE
On this adventure we spend all nights in a three and four-star level hotels. Please notify Big Mountain Bike Adventures if you have any special dietary needs.
CLIMATE
It is typically beautiful and warm in mid-September in the Dolomites. However it can be cool in the mountains so be prepared for all types of weather conditions.
YOUR SAFETY
Our trips take place in remote regions. Our guides have basic first aid training, if a serious injury is suspected they will call helicopter search and rescue at the cost of the participant. Personal medical travel insurance is mandatory for all riders. If you choose to participate in our trips it is up to you to ride well within your limits as cycling is a dangerous sport. It is your responsibility to inspect your bike or rental bike daily and keep it in excellent condition. Helmets are mandatory and alcohol and drugs are not permitted while riding your bike.
THE NEXT STEPS
Please read and understand our Terms and Conditions and our Waiver. Then, email or call us to make sure that your desired departure is confirmed and there’s still space available. The last step is to complete our secure online Registration Form and pay your 25% deposit, and we’ll send you detailed Trip Preparation Guide that includes steps on preparing for your adventure.
Travel Protection
A Travel Protection Plan protects your travel investment, your belongings, and most importantly, you. We strongly advise travelers to enroll in a Travel Protection Plan in case an unexpected event causes you to cancel or leave your trip. Please review Big Mountain Bike Adventures’ Cancellation Policy:
A Travel Protection Plan should be purchased once a deposit or any payment is made for a trip. Insurance must provide coverage for personal accident, death, emergency remote evacuation including helicopter evacuation, medical expenses and emergency repatriation. We advise travellers to confirm that it covers trip cancellation, curtailment, personal liability and loss of luggage and personal effects. You will be asked for proof of insurance in lead up to your trip; you will not be able to join the trip without it. If you choose to travel without adequate insurance coverage, Big Mountain will not be liable for any losses howsoever arising, in respect to insurance coverage that would have otherwise have been available.
“I’ve always wanted to climb the Stelvio, Gavia, and more. Thank you for an amazing trip!”