Small Group
Dolomites Multi-Active
Cycle peaks and valleys
6 Days, 5 Nights
Maximum Group Size
14
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Priced per person from
$6,995 USD
Single Supplement: $1,900 USD
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Carbon Neutral Trip
In Italy’s Dolomites, every ride and hike feels like a dream. Pedal through vineyard-covered valleys, soar by cable car to high alpine meadows, and spin past storybook villages framed by towering peaks. Hike along a panoramic ridge overlooking the Fassa and Duron Valleys, then unwind in luxurious hotels and soothing spas surrounded by serene beauty.
Sample the South Tyrol's finest wines while pedalling through vineyards surrounding Italy's little-known Caldaro wine region.
Mix in day of hiking up to the ridge with breathtaking views of the Fassa and Duron valleys to fully immerse yourself in the splendour of the Dolomites' pale peaks.
Preview the itinerary
No two trips are ever the same, but this will give you a taste of what your journey will be like.
Day 1
Our journey begins in the charming Tyrolean city of Bolzano where we’ll hop on our E-bikes and begin pedalling through the Adige Valley and along the Adige River. After a delicious lunch in historic Gasthaus, we’ll continue riding to Schloss Freudenstein for a fabulous welcome dinner in a 13th c castle.
Activity:
54 km (33 mi.) Bolzano to Schloss Freudenstein
Day 2
Set off on two wheels cycling around the Caldaro wine region, eventually reaching a prestigious wine producer. Enjoy lunch overlooking the vine-covered slopes that descend to the lake, then pedal to nearby Caldaro. This evening, we’ll dine at a nearby residence designed in the Middle Ages.
Activity:
52 km (31 mi.) loop bike ride from Schloss Freudenstein via Caldaro
Day 3
Cycle to Bolzano's cable car and ascend 1,000 m (3,280 ft) to a hilltop village, riding through picturesque hamlets with sweeping panoramic views of the Isarco Valley and Dolomite peaks. After lunch, we’ll catch a final gondola ride to the high alpine meadows of the Alpe di Siusi and a warm welcome leading to dinner surrounded by this idyllic Unesco-designated landscape.
Activity:
31 km bike ride from Schloss Freudenstein to Dolomite villages via Bolzano | Elevation ascent: 790 m (2,600 ft.), Elevation descent: 1240 m (4,070 ft.)
20 km ( 12 mi.) bike ride from Schloss Freudenstein to Bolzano
Day 4
Our day begins with a chairlift ride from the hamlet Saltria into the high alpine, followed by a scenic hike along a ridge with breathtaking views of the Fassa and Duron valleys. After lunch at a local mountain cabin, return to the Alpina Dolomites to relax and enjoy a fabulous dinner.
Activity:
9 km (6 mi.) ridge hike to the Duron Pass (3-hours) | Elevation ascent: 200 m (656 ft.)
7 km (4 mi.) afternoon hike back to Compatsch | Elevation descent: 195 m (640 ft.)
Optional hike | 5 (3 mi.)
Day 5
Today, you’ll have the choice between another bike ride or a hike. Either way, we’ll be promised spectacular views of lush meadows, mountain peaks and charming towns. This evening, we’ll head to a mountain cabin set in the heart of the pastures for a delicious farm-to-table final night celebration.
Activity:
42 km (26 mi.) loop ride across the Alpe di Siusi to Val Gardena and return via Mt Seuc gondola | Elevation ascent: 1,525 m (5,003 ft.)
Optional hike | 8 km (5 mi.) | Total Elevation: 394 m (1,292 ft.) ascent/descent
Day 6
Enjoy a final breakfast at the Alpina Dolomites before returning to Bolzano for your onward travels. Arrivederci.
Rendezvous
Airport City: Milan or Venice
Trip Start: Castel Hortenberg
Time: 9:00am
Farewell
Airport City: Milan or Venice
Trip End: Bolzano train station
Time: 10:00am
* Itineraries are subject to change. Please confirm exact Trip Start and Trip End locations upon booking.
Featured stays
Schloss Freudenstein
Location: Eppan, Italy
COMO Alpina Dolomites
Location: Alpe di Siusi, Italy
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What's included
Accommodation & dining
All breakfasts, lunches and dinners as indicated on the itinerary.
All accommodation as indicated on the itinerary.
Thoughtfully selected local wines, beers, cocktails or non-alcoholic beverages with all meals.
Active essentials
Appropriate bike for terrain (see below), equipped with handlebar bag and helmet.
Use of two lightweight, telescoping walking sticks, a waist pack and a biodegradable B&R water bottle.
Use of a smartphone with downloaded GPS routes provided via RideWithGPS.
Guided services & gratuities
Services of B&R guide(s).
All special events, private tours, guest experts, entrance fees, gondola and chairlift passes.
All gratuities for baggage, porters and hotel services.
Transportation & logistics
Transportation from pick up to drop off.
Baggage transportation.
What's Not Included: International flights, travel protection, gratuity for your B&R guides.
This trip is carbon neutral. Learn more about our Sustainability commitment.
Experience Designer
Good to know
Van support
Due to the location of our trails, van support is limited on most days.
Mountain bikes
A mountain bike frame is the optimal model for stability and versatility where we cycle. The mountain bike frame, along with its battery, is therefore heavier than standard e-bike models.
Activity level
This trip is designed for strong cyclists comfortable with biking on diverse terrain, even with the assistance of an e-bike.
Air conditioning
In some hotels, there may be limited air-conditioning due to the cooler temperatures of these regions.
Why choose a Small Group trip?
An Effortless Journey
Our expert Experience Designers are perfectionists, using first-hand knowledge of routes, restaurants and hotels to create an unforgettable experience. This means all the planning is taken care of for you. All you need to do is enjoy.
Active Exploration
From emerging destinations to iconic sights, B&R trips show you the world in a new way on our expertly developed cycling, walking and hiking routes. Travelling through historic villages and romantic vineyards and up to striking viewpoints, our routes offer a variety of challenges for every activity level.
Friends for Life
Your fellow travellers are as passionate and curious about the world as you are, which means the conversations and laughs will be as free flowing as your drink of choice. Don't be surprised if your group starts planning a reunion before the trip is done.
Room for Surprises
We love a plan, but we adore a spontaneous moment even more. Whether it’s an impromptu al fresco meal or a moon-lit musical performance, our advice is to expect the unexpected.
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