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The Dolomites Tours & Trips

Find the right tour package for you through The Dolomites. We've got 47 trips going to The Dolomites, starting from just 4 days in length, and the longest tour is 12 days. The most popular month to go is September, which has the most tour departures.

47 Dolomiti tours with 242 reviews

Hiking & Trekking

Hiking in the Dolomites

Great value for money. Good tour guide. Excellent travel company. Some days the hiking was a bit light. Would have given it 5 stars if the hiking was every day. Also tourradar/intrepid could also consider providing a higher cost tour where we stay at different refuges every day. This will reduce the transportation constraints and time and increase the Dolomites amazing experience.

Mountain Hikes

A simply fantastic experience from so many perspectives. Andy was a brilliant guide… both in terms of hiking and integrating the group. The mountains were extraordinary. What an awesome landscape… and the hiking difficulties were challenging at times but not undoable. Came away with a great sense of achievement. Hoyle very comfortable. Good, solid Tyrolian food. Well organised and lovely company. Totally recommended.

10% deposit on some dates Some departure dates offer you the chance to book this tour with a lower deposit.

Classic Dolomites - Premium Adventure

Great trip , our guide Rob was brilliant hotel great.

In-depth Cultural

4 Days DOLOMITES TOUR - from Milan

Amazing The tour was perfect for me. I am 73 and can’t walk a lot but we went on every road, every pass, every valley. Our fabulous guide, who loves this tour, made sure we could see all of its splendor. There were only 7 of us so the size was perfect and the van was comfortable too. My only suggestion is to upgrade the hotels, if you can.. One was too basic for me and the other had no air conditioning and the staff was unorganized. All in all, it was very good. I hope to use this company again

Dolomites Adventure

Walks in the Italian Dolomites

The hotel was great, friendly service, yummy food and lots of it. The walks were great, the app worked well. Unfortunately, being a bit early in the season meant some of the walks were not available, we didn’t find out until trying to get to the start. The hotel thought they were open also. A couple of other walks would then give other options. Overall I really enjoyed it all.

Dolomites Guided Walk

It was a great trip. people were very friendly. Guide paid lot of attention to the safety of the walk. One of the Refugio did not have hot water (should look into it). The other Refugio had too many people in one dormitory. Never the less an excellent trip..

Amazing Dolomites Alps – ITALY

Sightseeing

Alpine Adventure: Discovering the Dolomites

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Innsbruck - Verona

The Dolomites Walking & Hiking Tour

The Dolomites-Small Group Bike Tour

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Dolomites Explorer From Venice - 7 days

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Venice to Milan: 7-Days Alps & Dolomites Tour

Italian Lakes & Alps Express - 5 days

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What an excellent adventure! Our leader, Andy, was just top notch! So, knowledgeable and accessible. I highly recommend this trip!! Jan

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The Perfect Dolomites Road Trip Itinerary for 5 Days

Lago di Braies, one of the most beautiful lakes in the Dolomites

The Italian Dolomites are not only one of the most beautiful places in Italy but they are one of the most stunning mountain destinations in the whole world.

Jagged peaks, breathtaking viewpoints, emerald alpine lakes, fairy tale towns, amazing hikes, and delicious food – you can have it all in the Dolomites!

This 5 days long Dolomites road trip itinerary will be perfect for you if you want to discover all the beauty the Italian Dolomites have to offer in a short period of time.

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The Perfect Dolomites Road Trip Itinerary for 5 Days

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Useful Info for Visiting the Dolomites

How to get to the dolomites.

Although the Dolomites are undoubtedly one of the most beautiful dream destinations in the world , getting there is a little bit tricky as there is no dedicated airport in the area.

Since this Dolomites road trip itinerary will require you to have your own car, if you’re planning to arrive from a nearby country it’s best to take your own car and drive to the Dolomites from your home.

We personally arrived from Budapest and even if it was a 9-hour drive it was much better (and cheaper) to have our own car.

If this is not an option for you, there are many airports in the region to choose from. If you’re looking for a bigger international airport, the best option is to arrive at the Marco Polo Airport in Venice, from there you can reach Ortisei (the first base on this Dolomites road trip itinerary) within 3-3.5 hours.

Another great option is the Orio Al Serio Airport in Bergamo or the Malpensa Airport in Milan, it takes 3 hours to get to Ortisei from Bergamo and 4 hours from Milan. If you’re planning to go on a big Northern Italy road trip , you can easily visit all these places in one trip!

Munich Airport in Germany can be another great option, it takes around 3.5-4 hours to reach Ortisei from Munich. If you have more time you can include a few stops in Tyrol and Bavaria as well, like visiting the Neuschwanstein Castle !

The disadvantage of arriving at Munich is that you need to cross the German-Austrian and the Austrian-Italian border in order to get to the Dolomites and with a rental car it’s not the easiest thing to do.

There are a couple of other smaller airports in the area, like Treviso Airport, Valerio Catullo Airport in Verona, or Bolzano Airport so it’s worth taking a look at them as well.

No matter which airport you arrive at, you will need to rent a car for your Dolomites road trip. I recommend Discover Cars to check the best offers and availability!

Sunset at Alpe di Siusi in the Italian Dolomites

Best time to visit the Dolomites

The best time to visit the Dolomites entirely depends on your personal preferences. Although each season has its own charm, for the sake of this Dolomites road trip itinerary I recommend visiting the Dolomites from the end of May until the end of September.

The simple reason is that before or after this the mountains are usually covered with snow and many hiking trails are not accessible anymore. Don’t get me wrong, visiting the Dolomites in winter is still a great idea, just not so much for a road trip!

If you want to avoid the crowds, the best is to visit either in early June or the middle of September. We personally visited in the middle of September and we had the best weather, but of course, it can change from year to year.

All the photos you can see in this article were taken in the middle of September so you can have an idea about what the area looks like around this time.

How much time to spend in the Dolomites

As much as you can! Seriously, the whole area is so gorgeous that you will not believe your own eyes.

As a first-timer, I recommend spending at least 4-5 days in the Dolomites. This will give you enough time to visit the must-see sights such as Alpe di Siusi, Lago di Braies or Tre Cime di Lavaredo.

There are countless amazing hikes in the Dolomites so if you’re an outdoor person and you love hikes, you can even spend weeks in the Dolomites without getting bored.

I’d say the perfect amount of time would be between 1 or 2 weeks but I understand that not everyone has that much time for a mountain vacation.

That’s why I created this 5 day Dolomites road trip itinerary so you could visit all the best places in the Dolomites in just a short period of time.

Overview of Your 5 Day Dolomites Itinerary

Below you can see an overview of your Dolomites itinerary with the highlights that you should visit on each day. For the first two nights, you will stay in Ortisei and you’re going to visit Lago di Carezza, Val di Funes, Alpe di Siusi, and the Seceda ridgeline.

La Villa or Cortina d’Ampezzo will be your base for the second part of your Dolomites road trip, from where you can visit some amazing alpine lakes such as Lago di Braies and Lago di Limides and you can also visit Tre Cime di Lavaredo.

Breakdown of your Dolomites itinerary

Day 1 : Visiting Lago di Carezza and arriving to Ortisei
Day 2 : Visiting the Santa Maddalena church and the church of Saint John in Val di Funes, seeing the sunset in Alpe di Siusi
Day 3 : Hiking at the Seceda ridgeline, driving through Passo Gardena, and arriving at La Villa or Cortina d’Ampezzo
Day 4 : Renting a boat at Lago di Braies, hiking to Lago di Limides and visiting Lago di Valparola
Day 5 : Hiking around Tre Cime di Lavaredo, hiking to Cadini di Misurina

Map for your Dolomites road trip

Below you can find a customized map that includes all the locations you will need for this Dolomites itinerary. Nearby airports, parking spots, interesting sights, viewpoints, literally everything!

If you open up this post on your phone and you click on the bracket in the upper right corner of the map, it will open up in your Google Maps app so you can always have it with you.

Day 1 of Your Dolomites Road Trip

The first day of your Dolomites road trip itinerary is all about arriving at the Dolomites and settling in your chosen accommodation in Ortisei/St. Ulrich, which is going to be your base for the next few days.

Fun fact: Did you know that there are three official languages spoken in the Dolomites? That’s the reason why you see multiple names for one place!

Usually, every place has a name in Italian and in German (even on the road signs and maps), and sometimes in Ladin. That’s why you will see names like Ortisei/St. Ulrich, Alpe di Siusi/Seiser Alm, Lago di Braies/Pragser Wildsee and so on. But back to the main topic!

If you’re planning to arrive in Italy by plane, it can take you anywhere from 1.5 hours to 4 hours to get to the Dolomites, depending on which airport you arrive at. However, if you’re driving from another European country, such as Germany or Austria, it might take you even longer to arrive at the Dolomites.

For more details about how to get to the Dolomites, please refer back to the beginning of the article!

Since you can arrive early in the morning or late in the afternoon, for the sake of this Dolomites itinerary we’re gonna take the first day easy and you will only have one stop before arriving at your hotel.

Of course, if you have more time, feel free to add some additional stops to the first day of your Dolomites road trip itinerary!

Lago di Carezza

Instead of heading straight to your hotel in Ortisei/St. Ulrich, first make a stop at Lago di Carezza/Karersee!

If you’re coming from either Venice or Bergamo, it’s only an extra 30 minutes (23 km) to get to the lake but if you’re coming from Innsbruck or Munich, you will need to drive an extra hour (45 km) to arrive at Lago di Carezza.

Nestled in the Val d’Ega valley, Lago di Carezza is often referred to as the ‘Rainbow Lake’ thanks to its impressive colors. Legend has it that once upon a time, there was a beautiful mermaid living the lake with whom a wizard deeply fall in love but the mermaid was impossible to win over.

In order to seduce her, with the help of a local witch, the wizard came up with a plan to throw a rainbow from the mountains to the lake and disguise himself as a jewelry salesman.

The wizard indeed stretched a rainbow but he forgot to dress up so the mermaid immediately recognized him and disappeared into the water forever.

The wizard got so angry that he ended up smashing the rainbow into million pieces and throwing it into the lake, where they still continue to shine to this day. Interesting story, right?

Lago di Carezza is a must stop on every Dolomites road trip

Rainbow colors or not, the emerald green alpine lake is undoubtedly one of the most beautiful lakes in the Dolomites and since it’s easily accessible, it’s a must-stop on everyone’s Dolomites itinerary.

There is a parking lot close to the lake where you can leave the car and then walk a few minutes to get to the lake. Parking is free for the first 15 minutes, then it’s €1 for 1 hour, €2 for 2 hours, and €4 for 6 hours.

There is a wooden viewing platform at the entrance of the lake where you can also learn more about the history of the lake, such as the destructive storm that struck in 2018, destroying more than 5,000 hectares of forest just in the South Tyrol region alone.

After that you can walk along the loop trail that goes around the lake, it takes around 20-25 minutes to complete it.

Although it’s undoubtedly one of the best photography spots in the Dolomites, it’s important to know that the whole lake is fenced off and it’s not possible to get close to the water.

That being said, I still keep seeing many photos on Instagram where people are standing or sitting on a rock, right by the lake.

Please be respectful and don’t break the rules just for the sake of a photo, you can take amazing photos by staying out of the fenced area as well!

Girl in a red skirt sitting on the fence at Lago di Carezza, which is a must stop on every Dolomites road trip

Arriving to Ortisei

After visiting Lago di Carezza and taking a million photos of the beautiful scenery, it’s time to head to Ortisei/St. Ulrich that will be your base for the following days. From Lago di Carezza, it takes around 1 hour (55 km) to reach Ortisei at a normal pace.

Located right in the center of Dolomites Val Gardena, the charming little town of Ortisei is mostly famous for its hand-made wooden sculptures. The local woodcarver families kept the tradition alive to this very day!

Ortisei is one of the best places to stay in the Dolomites and hence very popular among travelers, thanks to being super close to the Seceda ridgeline and Alpe di Siusi/Seiser Alm. More about them later!

If you have some more time on the first day of your Dolomites road trip, it’s worth taking a stroll in the town and seeing the traditional hotels and gorgeous residential buildings.

A must-visit place is the pedestrian area between the chapel of Saint Ulrich and the Antonius Church which is often described as the most beautiful shopping street in the Dolomites.

View of the town of Ortisei in Van Gardena, Italy

In order to follow this Dolomites road trip itinerary, I recommend spending your first 2 nights in Ortisei. We personally stayed at Hotel Angelo Engel which is a 4-star family-run hotel with a large private garden, an indoor and outdoor pool, and an excellent SPA & beauty farm (pictured below).

We had an amazing time there and I can totally recommend this hotel for anyone! You can check the prices and availability here.

If you’re looking for something else or there is no availability at the hotel on your preferred dates, you can find some more recommendations below.

Luxury: Adler Spa Resort Dolomiti | Alpin Garden Luxury Maison

Mid-range: Hotel Pinei | Apartments Villa Venezia Luxury

Budget: Villa Moroder | Sule Hof Agriturismo

Girl in a red skirt sitting in front of the pool at Hotel Angelo Engel in Ortisei, Dolomites

Day 2 of Your Dolomites Road Trip

Santa maddalena church.

On the second day of your Dolomites road trip head over to Val di Funes in the morning where you can visit two of the most beautiful churches in the Dolomites.

It takes around 45 minutes (35 km) to reach the town of Santa Maddalena from Ortisei and the first church of your day will be the Santa Maddalena church.

This picturesque little church with the Odle mountains in the background is the symbol of Val di Funes and it’s one of the most photographed places in the entire Dolomites.

It’s important to know that you can’t drive up to the church so you need to park your car in the center of the town. There are multiple parking spots in the city, I marked them on the map I shared at the beginning of the article so please refer back for the exact locations!

In order to get to the famous viewpoint, you need to hike for around 20 minutes but it’s a very easy hike, basically, you just need to walk up to the hill across the church.

Search for ‘ Panchina Panoramica ‘ on Google Maps and I’m sure you will find it easily! After that you can visit the church inside if you want, it’s open daily and it features a beautiful Baroque style altar and interesting wall paintings.

Girl in a white dress sitting on a bench, looking at Santa Maddalena church in Val di Funes, which is a most visit on a Dolomites road trip

Church of St. John in Ranui

The second church of the day is the church of St. John in Ranui, which is another small little Baroque church with an insanely beautiful background.

It takes around 30 minutes to reach it from Santa Maddalena on foot, but if you’re feeling lazy you can go back to your car first and park in a closer parking spot from where you only need to walk 5-10 minutes to get to the church.

There is a built wooden viewing platform close to the parking lot and it’s an amazing place to take photos of the church with the mountains in the background.

The church itself can be also visited for €4 per person and it can be booked for small events and weddings as well.

Church of St. John in Ranui in Val di Funes, Dolomites

Sunset at Alpe di Siusi

After visiting the two churches in Val di Funes it’s time to head over to probably the most famous place in the Dolomites: Alpe di Siusi/Seiser Alm!

It’s important to know that driving there is strictly prohibited and if you don’t want to get fined hundreds of euros, you need to follow the rules.

Alpe di Siusi is the largest mountain plateau in Europe and it grants amazing views over the peaks of Sasso Lungo, Sasso Piatto, and Sciliar. It’s a must-visit on every Dolomites road trip itinerary!

You have basically three options for getting there. You can book a hotel for the night, in this case, you are allowed to drive up in your car but only until you reach your hotel (no further) and you can only do it once on the day you arrive.

There are only a handful of hotels at Alpe di Siusi, these two are the closest ones to the famous viewpoint (pictured below): Hotel Icaro***S and Sporthotel Sonne .

From Ortisei you can take a cable car to get up to Alpe di Siusi, a one-way ticket costs €16.90 while a round-trip ticket costs €24.90.

The cable car runs from 8.30 am usually till 6 pm which is great if you want to visit during the day, but unfortunately, it’s not good for sunrise or sunset visits. The opening hours vary depending on the season, you can check the exact timetable on their official website .

You can't miss the picturesque Alpe di Siusi on your Dolomites road trip

If you want to visit for sunrise or sunset, the best thing you can do is to drive up to Compatsch and leave your car at the P2 parking lot (I marked it on the map that you can find at the beginning of the article).

You can’t drive up on the road between 9 am and 5 pm without getting a big fat check but if you go earlier or later it’s going to be fine.

After you left the car in the parking lot, you need to hike for around 1 hour to get to the famous viewpoint (pictured above).

I marked the coordinates on the map at the beginning of the article but if you search for ‘ Belvedere dell’ Alpe di Siusi ‘ on Google Maps you will also find it. The hike is super easy, it’s mostly flat and the views along the way are simply breathtaking.

If you have a little extra time before sunset, before reaching the viewpoint turn right and hike down to the ‘ Malga Sanon ‘ restaurant.

You will find a tiny playground in front of the restaurant with a swing, it’s so much fun to take photos there, not to mention the insanely gorgeous background!

Day 3 of Your Dolomites Road Trip

Since this is already the third day of your Dolomites road trip itinerary, you will need to check out from your hotel in Ortisei and move to another one either in La Villa or Cortina d’Ampezzo (more about this later).

But before that, it’s time to go up to the Seceda ridgeline and do a little hiking there!

Since the cable cars run from Ortisei, it’s best to check out from your hotel in the morning, leave your luggage in the car and go up to Seceda. After you’re done with the hike, you will still have time to drive to your other hotel and check out Passo Gardena on the way.

Hiking at Seceda

As I mentioned, the cable cars going up to Seceda run from Ortisei. In case you can’t leave your car at the parking of the hotel after you’ve checked out, there is a big parking lot at the cable car station as well.

A round-trip ticket for the cable car costs €39,50 per person and it operates between 8.30 am and 5.30 pm.

Located in the Puez Odle Nature Park, Seceda has one of the most dramatic ridgelines in the Dolomites with jagged peaks and huge drop-offs.

Once you’re up there, there are countless hiking trails and it only depends on your preference which one you take. If you have time, you can even hike all the way down to Ortisei as well!

Girl in a yellow skirt sitting at Seceda ridgeline in the Dolomites, Italy

Whichever you choose, walking along the ridgeline is a must when visiting Seceda. After you’ve arrived with the cable car, turn left and start walking uphill! There is even a sign on the road pointing to the viewpoint, you simply can’t miss it.

If you’re not much of a hiker, you can go back to the cable car station after you soaked in all the views, but if you’re up for a little exercise, you can hike down to the meadow to Baita Troier Hütte (they have amazing apple pies!).

From there you can either continue your hike to Pieralongia (twin spires – they kinda look like the rocks from Lion King) and then Rifugio Firenze, or you can just go back to the cable car station. Totally up to you!

Girl in a yellow skirt standing in front of the Seceda Ridgeline, a must visit place on your Dolomites road trip itinerary

Passo Gardena

Passo Gardena (Gardena Pass) is a super scenic mountain pass connecting Val Gardena with Val Badia.

Since you’re going to drive in the direction of La Villa/Cortina d’Ampezzo from Ortisei, you will drive through it anyway and since you’re already there, it’s worth stopping for a few minutes to soak in the views.

There is a small hütte called Rifugio Frara where you can park your car and from there you can walk up to the viewpoint (it only takes a few minutes to reach it).

Actually, this is a start of an 11.5 km long like but since it’s a very difficult hike, I wouldn’t recommend it to first-timers (we didn’t do it either).

It’s worth scheduling your arrival to Passo Gardena half an hour before sunset, this way you will be able to see the scenery during golden hour, which is super beautiful!

Golden hour at Passo Gardena in the Dolomites

Arriving to La Villa or Cortina d’Ampezzo

For the second half of your Dolomites road trip itinerary, I recommend staying at another hotel either in La Villa, Cortina d’Ampezzo, or one of the nearby towns.

The simple reason is that the places you’re going to visit on the rest of your Dolomites trip are too far away from Ortisei and it doesn’t make sense to stay there and drive countless hours to reach these sights.

Although Cortina d’Ampezzo is the most popular choice among travelers, we decided to stay at Hotel La Majun in La Villa/Stern and absolutely loved the hotel!

It’s a 4-star family-operated hotel and what makes it even more special is that the owners actually live in the hotel and their mission is to make you feel at home too.

The hospitality was exceptional and the panoramic view from the hotel is simply breathtaking (pictured below). You can check the prices and availability here .

Hotel La Majun, an amazing hotel in La Villa in the Dolomites

If you’re looking for something else or there is no availability at the hotel on your preferred dates, you can find some more recommendations below, both for La Villa and Cortina d’Ampezzo.

BEST PLACES TO STAY IN LA VILLA

Luxury: Hotel Cristallo – Wellness Mountain Living | Dolomites Wellness Hotel Savoy

Mid-range: Boutique Hotel Dolomit | Hotel Des Alpes

Budget: Casa Nives | Garni La Ciasota

BEST PLACES TO STAY IN CORTINA D’AMPEZZO

Luxury: Rosapetra SPA Resort | Dolomiti Lodge Alverà

Mid-range: Boutique Hotel Villa Blu Cortina | Hotel Villa Alpina ***S

Budget: Hotel Meuble Oasi | Ciasa Nonna Bon Bon

Panoramic view from La Villa/Stern in the Dolomites

Day 4 of Your Dolomites Road Trip

Lago di braies.

Start the fourth day of your Dolomites road trip itinerary by visiting the most famous lake in the Dolomites: Lago di Braies/Pragser Wildsee. It’s a very picturesque alpine-like with turquoise-green colored waters and a beautiful mountain panorama.

It’s the perfect place for nature lovers and hikers but unfortunately due to its fame it usually gets insanely crowded during the day so try to plan an early morning visit to be able to enjoy the lake by yourself.

It takes around 1 hour 10 minutes (60 km) to get to Lago di Braies from La Villa, while it’s only 50 minutes (46 km) from Cortina d’Ampezzo.

There are 3 different parking lots close to the lake and although they are big, they can fill up really quickly (especially the closest one) so I can’t stress enough how important it is to get to the lake early.

Chances are that around 9-10 am you will not be able to find a free parking spot at all!

The best things to do at Lago di Braies include renting a rowboat from the boathouse and slowly paddling across the turquoise water and then walking around the lake which takes around 1-2 hours (the distance is 4 km).

The boathouse is open between 8 am – 7 pm pm in July and August, while it’s only open from 9 am to 5 pm between the end of May and the end of June. It opens at 10 am from the beginning of September until the beginning of November. A boat rental costs €25 for 30 minutes and €35 for 60 minutes, reservation in advance is not possible.

Lago di Braies is one of the best places to visit in the Dolomites and it must be on your Dolomites road trip itinerary

What you need to know about photography at the lake

I’m sure you’ve already seen many photos on Instagram, mostly where people are standing on a little pier, surrounded by wooden boats and a stunning reflection on the lake.

What most people don’t disclose is that the pier belongs to a private boathouse and you can’t access it unless you rent the pier for a photoshoot or rent a boat from the boathouse when they are open.

The boat rental only starts later in the day so even if you rent a boat, you will not be able to shoot a picture with reflections and a calm lake. Not to mention that people will be already lining up behind you and you will not have the time to take many photos.

So if you desperately want to have a similar picture (you can see an example here ), your only option is to rent the pier for a morning photo shoot. It costs €150 for one hour, you can find more information about the rental here .

That being said, I’ve heard stories that many people choose to trespass early in the morning when the boathouse is still closed. But in order to do that, you need to wade through the ice-cold water and then climb onto one of the boats, and then jump from boat to boat until you reach the pier.

Yes, I know, this sounds super crazy and it’s clearly not an example to be followed (please don’t do stupid and illegal stuff like this for a photo).

If you don’t want to rent the pier, you can still get a photo of it if you rent a boat. It won’t be so perfect like the photos you see on Instagram but it’s still beautiful! And this way you can shoot some pictures in the boat as well (see my pictures below).

Girl in a red dress standing on the pier at Lago di Braies, which is a must visit on every Dolomites road trip itinerary

Lago di Limides

In the afternoon head over to Lago di Limides, which is one of the best hidden gems in the Dolomites. It’s a super picturesque little lake with insane panoramic views and reflections of the surrounding mountains (Mount Lagazuoi and Tofana di Rozes).

I still don’t understand why is it so overlooked by visitors but it just adds to its charm and you can basically have the lake all to yourself in the middle of the day!

In order to reach Lago di Limides, you need to drive to Rifugio Col Gallina and leave your car in the parking lot across the street.

It takes around 1 hour 15 minutes (62 km) to get there from Lago di Braies and the road goes through Cortina d’Ampezzo so if you’re not staying there and want to check out the town, you can include a short stop there.

After you park your car, you need to hike for around 25-30 minutes to reach the lake. Don’t worry, it’s a fairly easy hike (the distance is around 2 km) but the trails are not the best and you basically need to hike uphill almost all the way so wear proper shoes!

It can get slippery and muddy after rain so it’s best to visit when the weather is dry and it hasn’t rained in the last couple of days.

Reflections in Lago di Limides in the Dolomites

Lago di Valparola

The last stop of the day will be Lago di Valparola, which is a tiny alpine lake located on the top of Passo Valparola (Valparola Pass), not so far away from Rifugio Col Gallina (where you parked the car before going to Lago di Limides).

It’s like a 5-minute drive (3 km) in the direction of La Villa so if you’re staying there, you’re going to drive by it anyway.

There are parking lots on both ends of the lake where you can leave your car to check out the lake and the surrounding panorama.

The lake is visible from the main road but it’s also easily accessible from the road, it takes around 5 minutes to reach it by taking path nr. 24 that goes down to the lake.

Day 5 of Your Dolomites Road Trip

Hiking around tre cime di lavaredo.

The Tre Cime de Lavaredo loop hike is one of the best hikes in the Dolomites and no Dolomites itinerary is really complete without seeing the iconic three peaks.

The entire loop is around 10 km (6.5 miles) and since it’s a fairly easy hike, it’s accessible to almost everyone.

Usually, it takes around 3-4 hours to complete the loop, we personally did it in 3.5 hours with a few photo stops (half an hour break at Dreizinnenhütte is not included).

The hike starts and finishes at Rifugio Auronzo, where you can find multiple parking lots (you can even spend the night there in a camper). Unfortunately, there is only one road leading up to Rifugio Auronzo and since it’s a private road, you need to pay €30 to use it with a normal car.

Try to go early in the morning because later on when the parking lot is full they can close the road and you will have no other option to get up there (apart from a quite strenuous hike).

It takes around 1.5 hours (55 km/35 miles) to get to Rifugio Auronzo from La Villa and 40 minutes (22 km/14 miles) from Cortina d’Ampezzo.

It’s a very straightforward hike, you can’t really go in the wrong direction. The best is to do the hike counterclockwise and start by walking in the direction of Rifugio Lavaredo.

This part is the easiest one as it’s mostly flat, after that you will need to walk uphill so it gets a little more difficult.

The next checkpoint is the Dreizinnenhütte (Rifugio A. Locatelli) where you can find two lakes and a couple of caves as well.

Girl in a cave overlooking Tre Cime di Lavaredo

The hardest part comes after this, as you need to descend to the valley, just to walk up on a hill again. It’s still not a hard trail but due to the elevation gain, it’s a bit more difficult.

The last checkpoint is Malga Langalm, after that the route heads uphill again, and not long after you will already see Rifugio Auronzo, from where you started the hike.

All in all, completing the Tre Cime di Lavaredo hike is a must on every Dolomites road trip itinerary! It’s a fairly popular hike due to the insane views so it usually gets busy during the day so try to arrive early in the morning to avoid the crowds.

If you want to know more about the trails, check out my step-by-step guide about the Tre Cime di Lavaredo hike !

Hiking to Cadini di Misurina

If you have some energy left after completing the Tre Cime di Lavaredo loop hike, I would recommend adding an extra hike to your day.

There is an insanely beautiful viewpoint along the Cadini di Misurina hiking trail and it would be such a shame for leaving it out of this Dolomites road trip itinerary!

Hiking to Cadini di Misurina is one of the lesser-known hikes in the Dolomites and not many people know about it, therefore it’s less crowded than the Tre Cime di Lavaredo trail.

They have the same starting point from Rifugio Auronzo so it makes sense to do both in one day (you’ve already paid the €30 toll fee after all) but if you want to do the Cadini di Misurina hike, you will have to hike in the opposite direction of Tre Cime.

It takes around 35-45 minutes to get to the viewpoint, depending on your fitness level. It’s only a 2 km (1.2 miles) hike from Rifugio Auronzo but it’s a bit steep (112 m/370 ft elevation gain) and it’s important to know that this hike is not suitable for people with a fear of heights.

If you want to know how to get to the viewpoint pictured above, read my step-by-step guide about the Cadini di Misurina hike !

Please only climb to the viewpoint at your own risk and don’t even think about doing it if the trail is muddy or wet. If you slip and fall from there you can hurt yourself pretty badly so please be super careful!

Planning a trip to the Dolomites?

Then you might want to take a look at all our other travel guides about the Dolomites. I promise, they are just as awesome as this article was!

Where to Stay in the Dolomites: Best Areas & Hotels
11 Most Beautiful Lakes in the Dolomites You Can’t Miss
13 Best Hikes in the Dolomites You Don’t Want to Miss
Tre Cime di Lavaredo Hike: All You Need to Know Before Visiting
Cadini di Misurina Hike: How to Find the Famous Viewpoint in the Dolomites
Hotel Review: Chalet Al Foss Alp Resort, Italy
Hotel Review: La Maiena Meran Resort, Italy

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70 thoughts on “The Perfect Dolomites Road Trip Itinerary for 5 Days”

Seriously beautiful! We love a good road trip. I’ve only visited the Dolomites in the winter for skiing. Looks like a trip to hike and view the lakes in early autumn is a good call.

Yes I can only recommend going to the Dolomites in late summer/early autumn, it was absolutely amazing! I would love to go back in winter to see the beautiful snowy landscape too.

great work, i love the pins, photography and the useful information here! I lived in Italy for a year and never made it to the Dolomites – now im kicking myself! I think its time to go back!

Oh wow a year in Italy sounds wonderful, I’m sure you’ve seen so many beautiful places there! But yeah next time when you go to Italy I would really recommend going on a road trip in the Dolomites ?

Absolutely love your photos! You know, the entire area of Dolomites is just so magical in any time of the year. We have visited last year in first days of November and the color palette was just incredible. Though chances of getting a day with good visibility are less. I am saving your post for the next time I am there, because I am sure it is one of those places I would want to come back to.

Thank you so much Lena! You are so right, the Dolomites are really beautiful in every season. I would love to see the autumn colors there or the snowy landscape next time I’m visiting!

It was such a great guide to read Kriszti! Loved all the detailed explanations and. your photos are stunning! I would love to visit this part of Italy, maybe next year!

Thank you so much Ophélie! I’m sure you would love a road trip in the Dolomites, the landscape is just so incredibly gorgeous!

Such a detailed ultimate guide Kriszti! And the photos are all absolutely wonderful, it only confimed how high the Dolomites are on my bucketlist! Thanks a lot for all the tips!

You are so welcome Léa! Hope you will be able to visit soon!

I can’t wait to visit the Dolomites. Hiking at Seceda is on top of my list. Apparently I’ve been to South Tyrol and the Dolomites area with my parents and grandparents a couple of times as a child but I can’t remember. I save this for later when I can travel there again ?

Haha I can totally relate, I can’t remember many things from my childhood either. I really hope you will be able to go there next year, it’s such a stunning area!

Wow what a comprehensive post! I’ve pinned this so I can return to it because there’s so much useful information

Thanks so much Kelsey!

Wow what a stunning and unique range! I had no idea you could do so much around the Dolomites!

I was quite surprised too because I didn’t think it either, but it turned out that even spending 5 days in the Dolomites was not enough! Can’t wait to go back and discover more of this amazing area.

I saw a youtube video in quarantine of the Dolomites and have moved it to the top of my bucketlist. This post confirms that! THE LAKES. Your photos are incredible, too. Thanks for sharing 🙂

Thank you so much Carley, I’m so happy you liked this guide! And I can only agree with you, the Dolomites are just simply stunning!

We’ve usually gone to the French Alps for hiking but this has convinced me that the Dolomites are next on the list. They look even more serene and your pictures are stunning!

If you love the French Alps I’m sure you will love the Dolomites as well, especially if you like hiking! There are so many amazing hiking trails in the Dolomites with stunning scenery.

Dolomites has been added to the bucket list. Alpine lake reminds me of Emerald Lake in Yoho National Park – Canada. Many of my trips are decided by something bright, rainbow, or sparkly. PS – your skirts are absolutely adorable.

Thank you so much Chelsea! I would love to visit Canada and all the beautiful national parks in the country!

This is such a great guide Kriszti and I will definitely saving this for my next trip to the Dolomites! Last time I was in the Dolomites it rained the entire 4 days and there were major floods so I couldn’t actually see anything. I hope to go back soon though!

I’m so sorry you had such a bad weather in the Dolomites! Hopefully next time you’re visiting it will be sunny and clear!

WOW!!!! this doesn’t even look real….it looks like something just out of a fairy book tail. I have seen the Dolomites before, but your pictures are absolutely incredible!!! Pinned this to the top of my bucket list. Your article is super complete for anyone looking to visit this amazing place. Thank you!

Aww thank you so much Paula, you just totally made my day! I’m so so happy you liked this article!

This area looks absolutely stunning, I had never heard of this place before! Being in nature is one of the best things to do and I love being in the mountains, so I am adding this to my list of places to visit. Thanks for sharing!

You are welcome! Hope you will be able to do a road trip in the Dolomites soon, I’m sure you would love it!

Amazing! I would love to see St. John’s church. Great guide for a beautiful location!!

Thank you Erinn, I’m so glad you liked it!

The Dolomites are absolutely gorgeous and you’re photos are amazing! I’ve been to Italy 4x and have never been to this area. On my next trip to Italy I’d love to get out of the cities and take this road trip to get in some great hikes!

Thanks so much Vanessa! I can only recommend visiting the Dolomites on your next trip to Italy!

Gosh the Dolomites never get old. The photos are stunning. I need to visit ASAP!

Thank you so much Alanna! Hope you will be able to visit soon!

I loved reading your post! I visited the Dolomites once when I was a kid, but I think I was too young to fully appreciate them. Now that I’ve been seeing beautiful photos all summer long, I can’t wait to go back and explore the Dolomites all over again 🙂

I’m so glad you liked it Sara! The Dolomites are so stunning, I’m sure you will enjoy your trip there!

So. Beautiful! A friend of mine lives in Belgium currently and did a big trip out there just a month or so ago…the envy was real! Saving this one for later. Great post!

Oh I can totally imagine! I would love to go back for a longer time and explore more of the Dolomites!

The Dolomites are stunning, and your photos are amazing! Driving is definitely the best option, but there are full day tours that leave from Venice, if you don’t want to drive yourself.

Thanks for the info Shannon! Luckily we had our own car with us so we didn’t need to look for another options but it’s good to know that taking day tours is a possibility as well!

Thanks for sharing this itinary. Your photos are stunning. I cannot wait to visit the Dolomites!

Thank you so much Kelli, I’m glad you liked the article!

Great post. We are hoping to visit the Dolomites next year. This will be a helpful travel planner

Thank you, I’m so happy that you liked this post about the Dolomites! Hope you will be able to visit next year!

Thank you for your post. I am planning a trip to the Dolomites in mid-October, and noticed that most cable cars will not longer be operating. For the Tre Cime di Lavaredo hike, do we need to get a cable car up? Thanks!

Hi Kate! No, you don’t need any cable cars for Tre Cime di Lavaredo, you can drive all the way up to Rifugio Auronzo where the hike starts. Alternatively you can use the public buses if you don’t have a car. Hope you’re gonna have an amazing trip!!

Looks amazing! Nothing better than a mountain vacation. Thank you for sharing this.

We are looking to go the first week in October 2022. Some of the hotels you recommended close October 1,2, or 3. Others are open. We are kind of stuck with these dates, due to another commitment afterwards. SO, would you recommend we continue pursuing this trip. Or postpone until another year.

Hi! I think this Dolomites road trip works best from late spring to early autumn because in the winter period, lots of roads and hiking trails are closed, and also some hotels close for the season as well. That being said, if you can only go in the first week of October, I think you can still make the best of it! Just be prepared that you’ll most likely need to modify this itinerary. Oh and also, it might already snow during that period!

Hi- I stumbled on your blog …amazing ….my family of four ( two adults and two teens ) are planning a winter ski trip to the Dolomites. The possibilities seem endless…your site mostly touches on spring/summer activities there – any places you can recommend there for the winter ski season ?

Hi Shira! Unfortunately I’ve only been to the Dolomites during summer and fall so I don’t have any personal experience in the winter season. However, I’m sure you’ll find lots of opportunities in winter as well, especially if you love skiing or snowboarding!

Hi, is it possible to go in last week of May? Nice post! Thank you so much!

Yes, I think the end of May is one of the best times to visit the Dolomites.

We a family of 5, two 55-year-olds and three in their mid-20s will be visiting the Dolomites for 5 nights in July/August and would love to follow your itinerary. A few questions we would like to ask would be: – Are all the hikes mentioned in your itinerary doable for normal physical level fitness people? We are not hikers but can walk a long distance (without climbing steep hills). We will also be renting an SUV. Is driving in the Dolomites difficult? What should we be aware of and which part of driving in your itinerary is the most difficult? Last question, How much would the hotels you mentioned and car rental cost (average)?

Hey! Yes, all the hikes are totally doable. We’re not huge hikers either but I found most of the hikes pretty easy so I think you’ll be able to do them as well. There are some winding roads you need to be careful with but other than that, driving in the Dolomites is an amazing experience. I can’t remember any parts that were difficult to drive in. Unfortunately, I can’t really tell you much about the costs – we came with our own car so we didn’t do any rentals and hotels usually use dynamic pricing so it’s hard to stay how much it will cost without checking them individually. I linked the two hotels we stayed at so I would recommend checking their availability/price during your travel dates.

Thank you very much for an informative post about the Dolomites. This unique area in Italy has been on our bucket list for very long time and your post fuels our wanderlust to explore the Dolomites this autumn. Thank you dear and safe travels. Martina x x x

Thank you so much for your sweet comment! I’m so happy I was able to help 🙂

thanks for the detailed post and beautiful photos you had! may i check if is possible for us to drive directly in alpe di suisi area, from your map compatsch to malga sanon swing? Instead of walking for 1 hour. Thank you.

Sorry to miss out this, if I am not renting car, can I reach St. Magdalena/St. John church by bus? I checked google maps there is this option, just not sure how reliable is the public transport in Dolomites area. If not, any car rental company you are aware of that offers affordable rate? Thank you.

I’ve never tried public buses in the Dolomites so I’m afraid I don’t have any reliable information other than the one you gathered on Google. We took our own car to the Dolomites but in other cases, we always check car rental sites like RentalCars, DiscoverCars, etc. and choose the one that has the best ratings and rates in the area.

Hey! No, unfortunately, it’s not possible unless you have a hotel booked in the area. In this case, you are allowed to drive up but only to your hotel, not any further, and you also need to obtain a special permit from your hotel. This is valid on the first day of your arrival, on other days you still can’t drive up between 9 am and 5 pm.

Just wanted to thank you for all this information! Super easy to comprehend, detailed, and informative. My family and I just got back from the Dolomites where we primarily used your blog for our itinerary and it was a fantastic trip. Much appreciated.

Aww I’m so happy to hear that! Thank you for sharing it with me 🙂

Thank you, Kriszti. All helpful info as we plan our trip for March.

So happy to hear that! Hope you’ll have a great trip!

Thank you so much for this post! Do you know anyone that has been to the Dolomites in May? I would really like to spend time there in May but certain information I keep reading makes it sound like a lot is closed in the area then or hikes may not be doable.

Unfortunately not, we’ve been twice so far but both of it was in September. I think hikes should be absolutely doable in May already, the only ones I would really double-check are the ones that require a cable car ride to the trailhead but most don’t. I would love to go back in May too so let me know how it goes! 🙂

Hi Kriszti ,

Did you see Lake Misurina on your itinerary ?

On this trip we only drove by but on our second visit we spent a bit of time at the lake too, it was really beautiful!

i love your frank tips which really help put things in perspective when planning for a trip!

would you by chance have any more info re driving a german rental to the dolomites? e.g. would it be easy to find a rental firm that allows it (i’ve heard some allow with extra fees), as the major rental firms aren’t really clear on this on their websites nor their online rental contracts/selections.

i’m keen on combining a trip to bavaria with the dolomites, but have not been very confident in the planning process due to the lack of info for a multi country trip with a german rental. if logistics are too much of a hassale, i may have to split the places into separate trips or look at renting separate cars in the different countries!

Thanks so much for your nice comment, I really appreciate it! Unfortunately I don’t have any experience with rentals in the area as we always drove our own car from Hungary. Generally speaking, crossing the border with a rental is always a bit complicated but I’m pretty sure that there are some companies who allow this, maybe for an extra fee, so I think it’s best to contact them directly. Sorry that I couldn’t help more!

The Ultimate Dolomites Road Trip Guide

Updated February 2024

This ultimate Dolomites road trip guide should show you why visiting South Tyrol was our favorite trip to date. I’ve bookmarked images from the Dolomites for years now and I have to say, the photos do not do it justice. It’s hard to describe how otherworldly this outdoor haven is in person.

After deciding on a 9-day road trip through the Dolomites, we gathered as much information as possible before visiting. This is the first place where we found it quite challenging to get good advice on the overall details of the trip, so I wanted to share all the knowledge we gathered and learned firsthand. This may be my most lengthy blog post to date and it covers almost every aspect of traveling to the Dolomites.

Road tripping in the Dolomites is certainly the best way to see the area as it is the most accessible by car. Having a car affords you the opportunity to explore limitlessly, so I highly recommend it.

Short on Time? Here Are My Top Picks for the Best Hotels in the Dolomites:

Adler Lodge Hotel (Alpe di Siusi)
Mandarin Oriental Cristallo (Cortina d’ Ampezzo, opens Summer 2025)

If you’re keen on capturing the breathtaking landscapes of the Dolomites, don’t miss our detailed photography guide to the Dolomites . Additionally, for those looking to explore the hidden gems of this region, our list of 10 places not to miss in the Dolomites and our guide on the best places to hike in the Dolomites are must-reads.

Without further ado, here’s everything you need to know about road tripping through the Dolomites!

What to Know Before Visting the Dolomites

Here are a few good things to note:

It’s an incredibly seasonal destination. Most towns shut down entirely from October-December and March-April, as do the gondolas (open for ski season). We were on the tail end of the season (second week of October), so we found most places to be empty which was to our benefit for hiking but challenging for restaurants and accommodations.
A few of the smaller roads will close down for winter seasons, so best not to visit in the midst of winter if you don’t have to.
Based on research, I think mid-to-late September would be nice, or early summer before the crowds.
You could spend anywhere from 1-2 weeks here, pending on what you want to do and see.
Italian and German are the two languages predominantly spoken.
It feels more like an alpine region like the alps of Switzerland.
Always carry Euros.
GPS or good local cell service is necessary for navigating.
Pack layers — weather changes fast here. We went on a hike wherein one moment it was sunny, then thundering rain, to fog so thick we couldn’t see, and then clear again.

How to Get to the Dolomites

We opted to fly into Venice, Italy as we wanted to return our car to the same place (best option for pricing). Essentially we did one big loop around the Dolomites. You can fly into major airports like Milan, Verona, or even into Innsbruck, Austria pending on what part of the Dolomites you want to spend time in. Flying into Venice is the shortest amount of time for driving if you’re starting on the Cortina d’Ampezzo side of the Dolomites (Tre Cime di Lavaredo) like we were.

Renting a Car for the Dolomites

We partnered with Hertz Europe for this trip to rent our car for the road trip. Picking up our car in Venice when we landed was really easy as the rental car pick up is right in the terminal. We took the “Super Coverage” for our trip and am really thankful we did after driving for the nine days as it gave us peace of mind. I’d recommend booking your car directly with Hertz Europe to ensure your reservation. One thing to note in Italy, an international driver’s permit is needed — AAA is where you can get one in the US. It is crucial if you get pulled over.

Driving in the Dolomites

We’ve driven before in Italy so we were not foreign to the often fast Italian drivers. Be comfortable with roundabouts, other cars passing you on single-lane roads, and always have a look at the signs. There are some tolls on the routes, which you can pay in either cash or card. Most signage is in Italian or German, so be prepared to have to translate some parking signs into English.

One Note: Gas stations often will not take American credit cards. We had to use cash a few times, so be sure to always carry Euros.

Where to Stay in the Dolomites

When it comes to the Dolomites, there are a ton of options for where to stay — it completely depends on what you want to see and do. We did not want to change hotels frequently so we split our time into two sides with 3 nights in Cortina d’Ampezzo and 4 nights in Ortisei (and one final night in Verona). We were really happy with how we allocated our time and the only change would be to add a night in Alpe di Siusi so we could access the road for sunset/sunrise photography.

From Cortina d’Ampezzo and Ortisei, most sights/hikes were only 45 minutes away, so these two towns were the perfect base to return to each night.

Here’s a map to better see the distance between the two areas:

Where to Stay in Cortina d’ Ampezzo

We stayed in a very budget hotel on the Pocol side of the valley and would not recommend being that far over or this hotel. I’d recommend staying in actual Cortina d’ Ampezzo town or on the Cianderies side as that is the road that leads up to most of everything you’ll see.

There are incredible Airbnbs and the hotel that caught my eye was the soon-to-open, Mandarin Oriental Cristallo, which is set to open in Summer 2025.

Other Areas to Consider Staying in Nearby

A night in the Lago di Braies area.

Where to Stay in Ortisei

We booked an Airbnb for our four nights just on the side of the mountain and were really happy with having a kitchen and a big space to come back to. There are quite a few options on Airbnb, but they must be reserved in advance. For a night in Alpe di Siusi, the Adler Lodge Hotel is a dream and in Ortisei town, I’d recommend the other Adler Spa Resort .

Val Gardena area
Castelrotto
A night in St. Maddalena

Where We Went in the Dolomites

I’m going to split this into two sections, where we went from Cortina d’Ampezzo and where we went from Ortisei. In each point of interest, I’ll also mention where we dined and any other notes of interest.

From Cortina d’Ampezzo

The town of cortina d’ampezzo.

The ski village of Cortina d’Ampezzo is a great base as there is a ton of restaurants and it’s quite charming. One exceptional experience we had was our two lunches at SanBrite . It was a dining experience similar to what you would see on Chef’s Table and their passion for bringing local ingredients to the plate is beautiful. I’d recommend eating here at least once and also at their second restaurant called Agriturismo El Brite de Larieto . For casual food, we dined at La Tavernetta in town twice as we loved the pizza!

Tre Cime di Lavaredo

This is really what we came for. We went into the park two times during our stay. It’s one road in and out (a fee of 17€ to enter) and takes you to the top where the Rifugio Auronzo is (we ate a few meals here between hikes). We did two main hikes in Tre Cime di Lavaredo. The best part is that with little effort, you can get to incredible views here.

Cadini Group Peaks Hike ( pictured here ) : I had seen the photos of this shot on Instagram and was amazed by how high the peaks are, so we set out to find it. The first time we were unsuccessful as the fog covered the peaks so we walked the wrong direction. The peaks are just in front of where you park. Don’t follow signs for the rifugios, just go right out and follow the one-way trail there. If you can’t find it, just show the photo to someone there and they’ll point you in the direction. It takes about 40 minutes to hike there and sunrise is beautiful here.
The Three Peaks Hike: This is the main hike that everyone does and it’s in the direction of Rifugio Lavaredo. The first part is really flat (you’ll see everyone going there, all the tour bus groups) and you can stop at the church or keep ascending for incredible views. You could circle around Tre Cime and make your way all the way around. There are two other rifugios along the loop that you can visit for a rest or snack. We stopped at the viewpoint and made our way back as we had done the other half the day before.

Lago di Braies

It’s a beautiful place to catch the sunrise and I highly recommend coming here for a few hours. It can get crowded so be sure to arrive early and pay to park in the lot near the lake. You can rent boats from June until late September from 10 AM until 5 PM for 15.00€ for 30 minutes and 25.00€ for 1 hour.

Nearby, we stumbled by Latteria Tre Cime on the main road to Cortina d’Ampezzo where we stopped in for lunch and a drink. It’s a local creamery and they have cheese plates and a ton of local products — it was the perfect pitstop.

Lago di Sorapis

This was our most challenging and rewarding hike. We showed up incredibly unprepared and with not the right amount of time, resulting in an hour-long hike back in the dark forest (not recommended). So first off, allow yourself the proper amount of time — from the parking location at Son Zuogo , it is a good 4 hours round trip with no stops. The trail can be challenging to follow, so be sure to follow the markers. There are always a ton of hikers, so ask if you need help. The ascent goes along a very steep path on the side of the cliff with no railing, though there are cables to hang onto. It’s an effort, but this lake is one of the most beautiful places I’ve seen.

From Ortisei

Gardena pass.

On the way to Ortisei, we stopped off here to snap a photo of one of the windiest roads in the Dolomites. It’s so beautiful and loved the views from here.

Ortisei Town

This is where we were based so we popped into town for a few meals and for grocery shopping. We ate at Cascade Pizzeria twice when we were in town. There’s not a ton going on during the off season, but I’d imagine it gets quite busy during peak months.

Val di Funes

We spent a full afternoon exploring Val di Funes by car and it was one of our favorite areas, especially for photography. It’s incredibly picturesque, and we stopped at iconic St Johann in Ranui Church. Afterward, we caught the sunset over the valley and Santa Maddalena from the famous lookout here . We capped off the night with a yummy dinner at Waldschenke in the valley where we had some local dishes.

Our favorite place we saw in the entire Dolomite region was Seceda. We spent the entire day on the mountain soaking in the views and hiking around. To get to the top, you take the gondola from Ortisei town (it’s 30€ per person roundtrip and runs from 8:3-5:30 from June 2 -October 14, dates may change). We had lunch at Baita Troier on the mountain, hiked to Malga Pieralongia Alm hut to see the free-roaming donkeys, and then returned back to the gondola.

Alpe di Siusi

If there is one place not to miss, it’s Alpe di Siusi. It’s the largest alpine meadow in Europe and breathtaking. It can be confusing on how to visit as the roads are closed for the public unless staying at a hotel or arriving before 9 am or after 5 pm to the parking lots in Compatsch . Read my in-depth guide to visiting Alpe Di Siusi for all of the exact details on how to visit this area and the other components of parking or taking the gondola up. The easiest access is the gondola ride from Ortisei.

We spent most of the day hiking around the valley and out to Malga Sanon for an incredible breakfast with the best views. Afterwards, we hiked back to the parking lot and soaked in the scenes along the way. On our way back to Ortisei, we stopped and had lunch at a beautiful farm/hotel called Lafogl .

Another great viewpoint in the area is the drive through the Sella Pass. There are hikes here, though we just stopped to soak in the views of the Sassolungo Peaks.

Lago di Carezza

We had one more free afternoon, so we took the scenic route to see the incredible colors of Lago di Carezza. Along the way, we dined at Ristorante Hennenstall for a filling lunch in a beautiful space. Afterwards, we went to the lake and walked around to enjoy the views. It’s important to note that you can’t actually walk down to the water’s edge as you may see a ton of IG posts from there — there’s a fence which some have jumped over.

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I have been searching for dolomites tips and this is the best blog I’ve found yet! I am planning a trip through Italy for my honeymoon and am so excited to explore the dolomites. Thank you for sharing this!! – Amanda

Ah thank you! That makes me so happy to hear!!

I only have 3 days to go to the Dolomites and we like to walk but we are not really the hiker type of people, where do you recommend we go or stay for those 3 days?

I would recommend the area of Alpe de Suisi or Lago di Braies.

Hi Jessica, I wish I had found your blog a little bit earlier to plan my accomodations. But anyway we are going to explore Dolomites in a Campervan for 10 days next week and I’m having a hard time to find informations about caravan parks or where we can park to sleep. Would you know anything about that? Thank you so much for your precious informations in this amazing blog!

Hello! Unfortunately, I don’t know anything about the caravan parks so I can’t help much on that one.

Were these day hikes or did you camp? love your detailed blog post of the dolomites! pictures look gorgeous!

these were all day hikes!

What a great post! I am in the early planning stages of a trip here (hopefully for next summer as I love lake swimming) and this is so far the best resource I have found

Your pictures are mind blowing. Loved it. We are planning for short Dolomites trip this october end for 4 days. (I know not a good time) Though we are no where close to Hiking. 🙂 So for us main thing is Scenic views and strolling around.

Can you please help us ?

Current Itinerary –

Day 1 – Land in Verona Early morning Rent the Car Drive to Riva del Garda (2 hrs) From there move along towards Bolzano to catch Great Dolomites Road(Check Lake carrazza, sella pass, …) to reach Cortina dʼAmpezzo

Day 2- Check Cortina dʼAmpezzo and Tre Cime di Lavaredo

Day 3- Early Morning – Lake Braies and then head to Ortesie

Day 4 – Val Garden , and Alpe de siuise and head back to Verona

Does this sound good?

Hey Kunal, this sounds great and should hit the major spots!

High Jessica.Thank you for your wonderful blog and pics .We are flying from New York to Milano on September 23 and will be in the area for 5-6 days.Will follow all your recommendations .We are arriving very early on the 24th and will pick a car at the airport and we’re thinking of driving to Bolzano(2 1/2 hours drive) to rest from the long flight and then drive to Ortisei the following morning to start your route (In the opposite direction) We are thinking of staying two nights in Ortisei and three in Cortina de Ampezzo.Do you think that we should drive directly to Ortisei from Milano?(It is a 37 minutes drive from Bolzano) and rest there instead? That will give us and extra day in the region. I am 72 years old and my friend 56.We love to walk and can do 3-4 miles a day in the city without problems.Do you think we would we able to endure the walk on the trails that you describe? And If we have to omit one or two of the sites because of the shorter stay,which ones would you recommend? We like photography,and prefer to take landscapes of meadows,lakes ,mountains and small villages. Would appreciate very much your opinion.Thank you and have a good day.

Hi Jessica,

Thanks for your thorough blog. I’m exciting for my upcoming trip. I had one quick question: did you have any trouble driving through the routes with your car? Did you need to have 4W drive in any instances? I have rented a car but it’s a Ford Focus so I want to avoid any dangerous areas if I can’t make it through with it.

You shouldn’t need 4WD as long as there is no snow!

Awesome, thank you!!

Hello Jessica, This is a super guide – thank you so much for sharing! I am planning a trip next year to the Dolomites and we are bringing our car from Ireland and will travel through France/Switzerland first. We are not ‘hikers’ though do enjoy easy walking in the countryside. Your photograpjy is stunning, and we are really going to experience something like that. My question is this: Do you think it is worth doing the ‘loop’ as you have mentioned? We will probably travel to Ortisei from Innsbruck, and I am thinking that to base ourselves in Ortisie and Cortina each for a few nights will give us access to the most beautiful scenery?…or would you recommend we complete the loop? Are there any of your locations that you would advise ‘non-hikers’ to undertake?!! Any advice greatly appreciated! Teresa.

Hey Teresa, most of these places are reachable by car or by a light walk so I think it is easy to do without a huge hike. I’d recommend basing out of Cortina and Ortisei to see all of this.

The loop at mentioned for Tre Cime may be a bit more challenging as there is an upgrade in the hike. Hope this helps!

Thanks for this blog post, it’s very informative!

We are planning a trip for next September and would like to know if you found driving through the Dolomites dangerous due to the high peaks? We can see that renting a car is the best option but wanted to check as it would be the first time driving abroad.

Hey Kim. The roads are very well marked and though some are in the mountains, there are hardly any dirt roads you will go on. The majority of all drives are tourist routes which mean they’re easy to use. Of course, driving abroad means a lot of signage in other languages but its quite easy to figure out after a day. I’d recommend having cell service or google maps on at least one phone.

I created a folder on the Dolomites years ago and have been on Pinterest and came across your article. This is really helpful information. My husband and I will be flying into Milan in mid-September for 1 night, then 2 nights at Lake Como. From there – we had hoped to rent a car in Como then spend 4 days driving around Dolomites – then drop the car back at Como the fly out of Milan. If you could only spend 3 to 4 days driving through the Dolomites – what would you suggest. We will hike a little – but really do not have the time on this trip.

I think being near alpe di suisi would provide many options to explore the Dolomites.

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March 18, 2024

This driving guide to the Dolomites was created as proof that visiting the glorious mountain range can be done without hiking. In fact, we strongly believe the Dolomites is made for road trips . This Dolomites driving guide includes the best routes, most sensational views and beautiful places to visit during a road trip throughout the Dolomites region.

Discover why the Dolomites has no shortage of the best scenic drives in Italy .

Are the Dolomites Suitable for Nonhikers?

I was seven months pregnant during our first ever trip to the Dolomites. This made experiencing the area’s many hiking opportunities less feasible. I will admit, I wasn’t sure if we’d be able to fully enjoy what the Dolomites has to offer without trekking our way through it. Would a Dolomites itinerary be truly complete without hiking Tre Cime?

My assumption quickly changed as we set out for our Dolomites road trip. We caught one breathtaking view after another, all from the comfort of our car. Whatever your reason may be for choosing sandals over hiking boots, this Dolomites road trip itinerary will show you how to soak in the vistas with minimal sweat.

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Practical Tips for Visiting the Dolomites

Where and what are the dolomites.

The Dolomites are a World Heritage Site located in the northeast part of Italy and in the South Tyrol region. The mountain range which is nearly 250 million years old is set in the northern Italian Alps. Although the site is no secret to tourism, its beauty is surreal and remains a popular destination all year round .

How to Get to the Dolomites if You’re Flying

Unfortunately, there’s no Dolomites International Airport. The benefit of this is that you have a few options and can price out the cheapest offer. Most major airports will be within a 2.5 hour drive from Bolzano. Time to get creative!

Although Verona (Verona Villafranca Airport) is closer, flights into Venice (Venice Marco Polo) will likely be less expensive. Venice is a busy hub with more flight routes.
Innsbruck , Austria (Innsbruck Airport) is a relatively close option as well. Although, you will have to keep in mind tolls in Austria and border crossing fees from rental car agencies. The same fees and border crossing costs goes for flying into Munich (Munich International Airport- Franz Josef Strauß).

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Do You Need a Car in the Dolomites?

Although doable on foot or by public transportation, having a car for your Dolomites itinerary will maximize your time. Some sights can be hours apart and driving makes the most sense logistically. View our tips on driving in Europe here. If you are planning a Dolomites road trip with a rental car , keep these things in mind:

You do not need 4WD/AWD to drive in the Dolomites if you are visiting in the summer. The main roads running through the Dolomites are paved and since this is a UNESCO World Heritage site, off-roading is discouraged.
Manual transmission cars will be more affordable than automatic ones. You’ll want to feel comfortable driving down curvy mountain roads, hills and navigating parking lots.
The Dolomites are a hot travel destination. It’s best to book and plan well in advance so car rental agencies aren’t sold out!
Ensure you are picking up and dropping off your car at the same place to avoid massive extra fees.

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When to Road Trip in the Dolomites

One reason the Dolomites is one of Italy’s best destinations is that it’s fantastic to visit in every season . Not many other places can say that!

Mountain weather can be unpredictable, which means rain can never be completely avoided. The weather chart below can be used as a general guide, but we recommend always being prepared with an extra jacket on hand. We know you cannot control the weather, but driving in the Dolomites is best done without fog and rain. If possible, schedule your scenic drive for nice weather.

Overall, we’d recommend visiting in Spring or Autumn for the classic reason of staying clear of crowds. These seasons are particularly ideal for driving in the Dolomites. If you come during the shoulder of those seasons, you won’t have to worry about fresh snow. Many mountain roads may be closed completely in the winter due to snow.

Summer : An average around 20°C – 25°C (68°F – 77°F)

Autumn : An average around 0°C – 11°C (32°F – 52°F)

Winter : An average around -4°C – – 2°C (24.8°F – 28.4°F)

Spring : An average around 5°C – 13°C (41°F – 55°F)

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More Essential Tips for Driving in the Dolomites

Languages – Although the Dolomites are technically in Italy, you will hear German more over Italian. This applies to road signs as well. You will see the names of places written in both German and Italian. There are also some parts of the Dolomites which speak a third language called Ladin.

Parking Fees – When budgeting your Dolomites road trip, take into account the cost of parking. Tourism comes at a price and this is especially true with paid parking lots. It’s not unusual to see parking cost anywhere from to €8-€25 for an entire day.

FUEL – This is a general tip for traveling anywhere in Italy, especially when paying with a credit card. For some reason, many self pay stations don’t like our U.S. credit cards so it’s a hit or miss. Furthermore, Italians will typically take a break after lunch. This means you’ll have no other option besides self fueling when there are no gas station attendants present. Always keep some cash on you or fuel up well in advance to avoid any emergency situations.

ROAD SNACKS – A road trip is not complete without road snacks. Always have something ready to eat as you don’t know if your route will take you longer than expected. Similar to fueling up, many restaurants may also close for midday. This is a bummer if you happen to stop in a town for food at 2pm. There’s also nothing quite better than enjoying an impromptu lunch after stumbling upon a breathtaking view.

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Where to Stay In The Dolomites

Depending on how long you plan on road tripping, it may make sense to book more than one stay. Some of the best places to visit in the Dolomites (hiking spots, views, lakes) are spread far out within the mountain range. If you’re interested in cutting down on driving time, choose a couple of areas to stay in and explore them properly instead of spending too much time driving back and forth. We find that a road trip no longer becomes enjoyable if you’re racing from point A to B. Here are the towns we recommend staying in as central locations for exploring the Dolomites.

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Chiusa We stayed in an Airbnb in the heart of town for only $88/night. We loved how conveniently located it is to the motorway and “entrance” to the Dolomites.

Ortisei (also known as Urtijëi) You’ll find many options for hotels of all sorts (luxury and budget) in this picturesque town nestled in the Val Gardena valley. The proximity to many sights in the area makes this one of the best places to stay in the Dolomites.

Badia A great option for those seeking a quiet stay . Badia is comparatively smaller and defined as a quaint mountain town.

Cortina d’Ampezzo Surrounded by high mountain peaks, this is a suitable option for those interested in activities and things to do. Cortina d’Ampezzo is a popular ski resort in the Dolomites.

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Dolomites Driving Routes & Places to See

As you research, you’ll find a handful of variations for the best Dolomites driving route. Truth be told, they’re all only slightly different from one another. This is one of the best things about driving through the Dolomites, you’ll stumble upon a gorgeous view in every direction. Our point is, your road trip doesn’t have to be planned down to the very last detail like where you’ll take a bathroom break. Don’t think about it too hard! This UNESCO World Heritage site guarantees beauty around every twist and turn.

Quick Overview: Dolomites Road Trip Itinerary

Oritisei (town)
Val Gardena (valley)
Hotel Cir (viewpoint)
Passo Gardena – Ju de Frara (pass and viewpoint)
Sella Pass (pass)
Piz Boè (mountain)
Canazei (town)
Karersee or Lago di Carezza (lake)
Prösels Castle (castle)
Seiser Alm (alpine meadow)
Alpenhotel Panorama (viewpoint)
Val di Funes (valley)
St. Magdalena (church viewpoint)
San Pietro (town)
Lago Di Braies (lake)

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Recommended Driving Routes in the Dolomites

Oritisei to lago di carezza route.

Oritisei is a great starting point to embark on a drive throughout the Dolomites. It is also one of the area’s more popular towns so you’ll be able to stock up on food or gas before heading out. For us, it was an opportunity to pick up the first of many apple strudels for the day.

From Oritisei, head east on the SS242 to explore Selva di Val Gardena . Take your time and don’t be afraid to pull over as there are many wondrous views to take in. Don’t worry if you miss one, there will be another waiting for you just around the next corner.

Type in Hotel Cir in your navigation which will steer you on the SS243 from the SS242. This will get you to a convenient parking lot and an area to walk around near the hotel. There are many places to pull over for sensational photo opportunities in this area and the hotel makes for a good navigation point. Here, we decided to turn back and continue in a different direction for sight seeing. However, you can certainly keep going on the road beyond the hotel.

If you decide to turn around, you’ll head south on the SS242 and get onto SELLA PASS which will pop you out on the other side of piz boè . On this route, you’ll find no shortage of fairytale landscapes and that famous Dolomite scenery we can’t get enough of.

The road will eventually turn from SS242 to SS48 where you’ll hit the town of Canazei . This is a great place to grab some lunch and stretch your legs. We also made sure to stop at the the ATM and grab gas here since we just finished a long stretch of driving without hitting another town. It’s always a good idea to have cash on hand as a lot of establishments in smaller mountain villages don’t accept cards.

After lunch, hop back on the SS48 and merge onto the SS241 towards Lake Karersee (or Lago di Carezza). The alpine lake is a spectacular sight to see as the color of the water is quite unreal. With the mountains set in the background and trees perfectly layered into the scenery, it’s one of the best spots to take a photo in the Dolomites. There is a convenient parking lot near the lake and costs about €1 – €2 per hour. If you don’t plan on staying long, you can also pull to the side of the road for free (especially during off or shoulder season). The lake does not permit swimming as it is closed off for conservational purposes.

Bolzano to Seiser alm ROUTE

This is a super convenient route if you are staying in Bolzano and looking for a shorter drive to some scenic sights in the Dolomites. The drive can be done in one hour, but you’ll want to account for spontaneous stops along the way – that’s the key to any road trip itinerary! This route can easily keep you out all day.

Once you head out from Bolzano, you’ll hop on the SS12 and divert to the LS24 which are both toll free roads. Conveniently located on this route is prösels castle , a Gothic style castle beautifully perched on the plains beneath the towering mountains. This is a wonderful first stop for a light hike throughout the castle and cup of coffee.

As you get back on the LS24 and head towards the town of siusi , we recommend stopping at Konditorei Andreas for your daily dose of strudel. From the town of Siusi, it’s also possible to cut your drive short here and take the cable car instead to reach your next destination of Seiser Alm. The cable car ride takes about 20 minutes to reach the meadow and costs around €25 round trip per person.

If I had to show someone what the Dolomites feels like, I’d show them a photo from our time in Seiser Alm . This place is the Dolomites of your dreams, I swear. However, it’s a bit tricky to get there by car as the road that leads up to the meadow is technically privately owned. Unless you are staying at one of the hotels in Compatsch, you cannot access the road by car after 9am.

So, how can you reach this alpine paradise? The trick is to access the road here before 9am. There is a huge parking lot once you get to the very top but costs about €20 per car. We thought the price was kind of outrageous because it didn’t matter how long you parked there, the cost was still €20. If you drive around and further from the hotels, you’ll find some parking off to the side of the road for free instead. You must be super mindful of “no parking” signs if you do this.

An entire morning or afternoon can easily be spent up at Seiser Alm. We recommend taking your time to hike around, greet some cows and enjoy a beverage or two. One of our favorite views from our entire Dolomites road trip can be found by heading towards the alpenhotel panorama . The hotel is private and they may raise an eyebrow if you park in their lot so just park a bit further away if you are driving. The 360° view can be admired from any direction, but you can enter Monte Giogo Alpe di Siusi into Google Maps for a more precise location. This area is ideal for those looking to stick to light hikes only.

CHIUSA ( VAL DI FUNES ) to Lago di Braies ROUTE

We ended up in chiusa because our Airbnb happened to be located there. The village has a flowing river, narrow cobble streets lined with boutique shops and medieval ruins . It’s a true hidden gem and didn’t seem to be visited often by people who travel to the Dolomites. If you have time, we highly recommended stopping in this unsuspecting and charming town.

Next on the Dolomites road trip itinerary is val di funes , another stunning valley and scenic roadway. Once you start your drive on the SP163, you’ll head through San Pietro and arrive in St. Magdalena, two beautiful towns burrowed in between the mountains. The most popular stop is in St. Magdalena for a picture of the popular Church of St. John . It can be a bit of a tourist trap so we steered clear of paid parking and entrance in order to get closer to the church. We simply parked along this road here instead for free to snap a quick photo.

Head back towards San Pietro to get back on SP163. Unless it’s winter, the SP29 should be open as this is the most scenic route you’ll want to take next. Head towards Antermoia in Google Maps. Beware, this is a narrow road but you’ll unlikely run into many other cars since it’s a bit off the beaten path for most tourists. One of the main reasons we loved this section of our Dolomites road trip! You may need to pull off the paved road in order to take photos so be cautious but the absolutely gorgeous views are worth it.

To reach the final destination of Lago di Braies , the quickest way is to take the SS244 through the bigger town of Brunico. The road will turn into SS49 until you reach a large roundabout with a sign to Lago di Braies to your right. The route from this point on is very straight forward as Lago di Braies is a major tourist attraction in the Dolomites.

The entire area is very developed in terms of parking lots, restaurants and walking paths. Unless you’re visiting during off season, expect to pay around €8 for car parking. You can rent a row boat for a pretty penny or simply take a free stroll around the lake which is what we opted for. There are a handful of benches situated along the water so you can rest with a splendid view.

Optional Sight to See

For those looking to see something spectacular, we highly recommended making a detour to the western part of South Tyrol. Reschensee is a lake located just 2.5 km from the Austrian border and about 1.5 hours from Bolzano. Apart from the delightful little village, Reschen am See, Reschensee is home to one of the most interesting attractions we’ve ever seen. Campanile di Curon Venosta Vecchia (or Curon Bell Tower) is a church tower from the medieval era which sits partially submerged in the lake . If you visit during the winter, the lake is frozen over and it’s possible to walk to it or even ice skate around it.

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Supercar Driving Experience

This fantastic experience starts with a comfortable Helicopter transfer in the heart of the Dolomites where the Supercar will be waiting for you.

Drive on one of the most famous roads in Italy, the Great Dolomites Road. Built between 1895 and 1909, it runs through the Dolomites from Bolzano to Cortina d’Ampezzo, across the Costalunga, Pordoi and Falzarego Pass.

The road offers a great view of the main Dolomites peaks, many panoramic points and car parking areas give you breath-taking views all around you. For many people these mountains are the most beautiful in the world, surely they are the most magnificent in Europe.

Drive a Supercar for approximately 110 km, it will be 2 hours and 40 minutes of pure wonder.

In this beautiful place you will find excellent cuisine, a colourful mix of down-to-earth fare and italian specialties, and of course the warm welcome that meets you wherever you go.

To end your day in a great way, a panoramic helicopter flight will take you back where the experience began.

The suggested itinerary is: from Bolzano take the SS241 to Ponte Nova, continue to Carezza, where you will pass the famous Carezza lake, cross Passo di Costalunga to Vigo di Fassa and take the SR48 to Canazei. From Canzei continue to Passo Pordoi, following a steep and winding road until Arabba, go ahead on the SR48 to Passo Falzarego. From Passo Falzarego descend to the Ampezzo vally all the way to Cortina (and vice-versa from Cortina To Bolzano).

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Dolomites Day Tour from Verona

Breathtaking and memorable landscapes of one of the most beautiful mountains in the world. This is what you’ll live during this day tour at the UNESCO Dolomites. A magical place where natural beauty is the key point. A lifetime experience in just one memorable day.

One day lifetime experience to see the UNESCO Dolomites
See Marmolada, Pordoi and Sassolungo in just one day
Savor the traditional dishes during a typical lunch
Visit a picturesque village with your local guide
All inclusive relaxing tour

Meet your local guide and expert driver in Verona city center and get ready to discover the Dolomites , the UNESCO World Heritage site during one day . First you’ll leave Verona and you’ll enter Valdadige , a wide valley dug by the Adige river that flows from the north. Admire the beautiful castles along the valley such as Avio or Beseno and after a couple of hours you will reach Val di Fassa , a wide-open valley surrounded by mountain walls.

This is the heart of the UNESCO Dolomites, pass by picturesque villages and admire the mountains all around you. You’ll see the Catinaccio and Sassolungo groups until arriving at Passo Pordoi , a 7345-feet-high pass. Next is an exciting cable car ride to reach the top of the mountain (depending on the season and weather - 10,341 feet): a stunning and one-of-a-kind destination for a spectacular panoramic view.

Next stop is a typical lunch in a selected restaurant or rifugio (a mountain refuge that usually offers traditional food). Here you can taste the local dishes like canederli, polenta and Apfelstrudel. Finally, reach a charming little village like Ortisei or Canazei and stop for a relaxing stroll in the city center and some free time before going back to Verona.

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Dolomiti road-trip: le Dolomiti in auto e a piedi

Le Dolomiti sono una zona montuosa piuttosto vasta, composta da innumerevoli gruppi e sottogruppi. La domanda che il turista escursionisticamente non troppo agguerrito spesso si pone, è la seguente: dove andare esattamente per poter vedere queste vette dai punti di osservazione migliori? Dove è possibile godere delle inquadrature più spettacolari senza dover troppo camminare, muovendosi prevalentemente in auto? Quali cime rappresentano il top da un punto di vista prettamente estetico e possono quindi assurgere a simbolo delle Dolomiti stesse? Come visitare le Dolomiti in auto?

Nelle righe che seguiranno descriveremo un itinerario automobilistico che, con un minimo di logica, porti il turista a toccare i balconi panoramici migliori (i view points, per dirla alla maniera degli americani) per poter ammirare le Dolomiti. Tutto questo guidando un’automobile e facendo 3 escursioni tecnicamente non difficili.

Poichè in estate è usuale che già a metà mattina si formino dense nubi cumuliformi che tendono a coprire le vette, il periodo migliore per fare questo on the road è quello autunnale. La temperatura è più fresca, l’umidità è minore e le nuvole non si formano: le giornate soleggiate rimangono tali per tutto il giorno. Consigliamo in particolare il mese di ottobre, quando ancora non è caduta la neve e le giornate sono una più limpida dell’altra.

Km totali in auto: oltre 500; escursioni necessarie: 3

L’itinerario Da Venezia ci si dirige verso le Dolomiti con l’autostrada A 27, uscita “Belluno”. Passando per Ponte nelle Alpi si prosegue alla volta del capoluogo di provincia, il cui piccolo centro storico merita sicuramente una visita. Siamo nella Valle del Piave e ogni vetta che si ammira verso nord e verso ovest fa parte del selvaggio Parco Nazionale delle Dolomiti Bellunesi, un parco che occupa una piccola sezione di Dolomiti ma che ne protegge l’essenza ancora selvaggia e incontaminata. Simbolo di Belluno è la Schiara, una montagna di dolomia che con l’ago di roccia della Gusela del Vescovà fa da sfondo alla città. Siamo diretti verso nord, per ammirare una delle tre pareti più grandi delle Dolomiti. Da Belluno si segue quindi la strada per Agordo, che taglia tutto il Parco e sbuca in una valle larga e incantevole. Giunti presso Taibon Agordino bisogna imboccare la Valle di San Lucano che si insinua per 8 km tra le Pale di San Martino e quelle di San Lucano. Da quota 800 m in poi ( VIEW POINT 1 ) spicca in tutta la sua potenza uno dei più grandi colossi delle Dolomiti, l’Agner, che a sud svetta perfetto in mezzo ai suoi satelliti appuntiti. Tra la località Lagunaz e la fine della strada a Col di Prà, lo spettacolo è assicurato. Ritornando sui nostri passi prendiamo la strada che si dirige verso Gosaldo, oltrepassiamo il Passo di Cereda e scendiamo sull’opposto versante, in territorio trentino. Alla nostra destra abbiamo le stupende Pale di San Martino tra cui spicca il Sass Maor mentre verso sud si innalzano le massicce sagome del Gruppo del Cimonega. Ci dirigiamo verso il famoso centro turistico di San Martino di Castrozza e proseguiamo fino al Passo Rolle. Qui cerchiamo le indicazioni per la Baita Segantini presso la quale parcheggiamo ( VIEW POINT 2 ). Da questo strepitoso punto panoramico possiamo ammirare uno scenario celeberrimo. Da destra, svettano il Cimon della Pala, la Cima della Vezzana e la Cima dei Bureloni, più tutta una serie di bei campanili. Proseguiamo verso Predazzo, Moena e Vigo di Fassa. Qui imbocchiamo la strada che sale al Passo di Costalunga e poi scende al Lago di Carezza, in Alto Adige. Da questo lago, terzo view point ( VIEW POINT 3 ) che segnaliamo in questa sede, si ammira quel perfetto concentrato di enormi canne d’organo che va sotto il nome di Latemar. Le torri si susseguono regolari come sfondo al lago verdissimo e alla foresta retrostante: una meraviglia. La prossima tappa ha come obiettivo la visione delle pareti del Catinaccio, ed in particolare delle famosissime Torri del Vajolet. Torniamo perciò indietro verso il passo e poco prima dello stesso imbocchiamo la strada che verso nord conduce al Passo Nigra. A destra si susseguono panorami sulla perfetta parete della Roda di Vael e poi sulla Croda di Re Laurino per giungere alfine ad ammirare le Torri ( VIEW POINT 4 ). Proseguendo si passa per Tires e poi si raggiunge la statale, che va seguita in direzione Bressanone fino a Chiusa di Val Gardena, ove (poco dopo) bisogna fare attenzione alle indicazioni per la Valle di Funes, piccola valle laterale che regala l’immagine fiabesca delle Odle, un gruppo che definire fatato è poco ( VIEW POINT 5 ). Queste strutture rocciose straordinarie si sviluppano lungo il versante sud della valle e terminano verso sinistra con due elevazioni di tremila metri, il Sass Rigais e la Furchetta. La valle va percorsa interamente ma senza fretta, fino al termine della strada carrozzabile. Da Pizzago/Pitzach si prende poi la strada per il Passo di Eores e poi per il Passo delle Erbe ( VIEW POINT 6 ), da cui si ammira l’elegante parete nord del Sass da Putia. Sempre verso est si scende in Val Badia e si prosegue verso sud passando per Pedraces e Corvara, sovrastata dall’incombente Monte Sassonger. Il nostro itinerario ci porta a fare ora il giro del Gruppo del Sella, un vero classico. Da Corvara si va al Passo Gardena e al Passo Sella ( VIEW POINT 7 ): verso ovest si innalzano le tre vette principali del Sassolungo, un regno di dolomia che come una barriera corallina si innalza sui pascoli verdi e dolci di questa zona. A destra spicca la sagoma potente del Sassolungo in senso stretto, al centro si aprono le Cinque Dita (con il perfetto “Pollice” dritto e arditissimo) e a sinistra la Punta Grohmann, dedicata alla memoria del grande pioniere delle Dolomiti. Proseguiamo il giro del Sella scavalcando anche il Passo Pordoi, tornando nel Bellunese e guidando verso Livinallongo. Ora è doveroso rendere omaggio alla Parete delle Pareti, dove forse più che altrove è stata scritta la storia dell’alpinismo. Verso sud rechiamoci perciò ad Alleghe ( VIEW POINT 8 ) dalle cui trafficate viuzze lo sguardo è attratto inevitabilmente dall’immane muraglia di roccia del Monte Civetta. Quasi 1500 m di strapiombo ed una selva di torri e punte fanno da calamita per il turista. Torniamo verso nord e dirigiamoci verso il Passo Falzarego. Scendiamo verso Cortina d’Ampezzo e lungo la discesa ( VIEW POINT 9 ) fermiamoci ad ammirare a nord la straordinaria parete sud della Tofana di Rozes! A destra svetta una meraviglia della terra: la Croda da Lago, con le sue innumerevoli guglie affilate come zanne. Una deviazione ci porta lungo la stretta e tortuosa strada del Rifugio Cinque Torri, percorribile solo in determinati orari (informarsi con cura perchè la visita qui è davvero consigliabile). E’ imprescindibile fare la passeggiata di un’ora ( VIEW POINT 10 ) che porta ad aggirare e a entrare nel minuscolo regno delle Cinque Torri, dove decine di scalatori in estate si allenano per le grandi pareti. Bellissima è da ogni lato la Torre Grande come imperdibile è la visione da nord del trittico Torre Lusy, Torre Barancio, Torre Romana. Andiamo ora alla mondana Cortina d’Ampezzo e poi al Passo Tre Croci ( VIEW POINT 11 ), sotto il Monte Cristallo, per arrivare infine a Misurina ( VIEW POINT 12 ), celeberrima perla dolomitica sulle sponde dell’omonimo lago. Qui s’impone il Sorapiss, con la sua larga muraglia. Tramite una strada a pedaggio si risale ai piedi delle Tre Cime di Lavaredo, l’indiscusso simbolo delle Dolomiti. Al grande parcheggio si lascia l’automobile e bisogna mettersi in testa che per ammirare lo spettacolo di queste cime si dovrà camminare un po’. Non fermatevi al Rifugio Auronzo, avrete pagato per nulla. Da là non si vede praticamente ancora nulla! Ci si incammina per il facile sentiero 105 che scavalca la Forcella del Col de Mezo e poi, in leggera discesa, porta nello splendido pianoro a nord delle Tre Cime di Lavaredo (stupende e continue visioni sulle pareti nord – VIEW POINT 13 ). Un ultimo tratto in salita conduce al Rifugio Locatelli ( VIEW POINT 14 ) da cui si ammira anche il bellissimo Monte Paterno (ore 1:30 circa). Da qui (se non si decide di tornare già indietro valicando Forcella Lavaredo, completando il giro delle Tre Cime) si imbocca il sentiero 101 che taglia il versante nord-est del Paterno e conduce con uno strappetto finale alla Forcella Pian di Cengia (2528 m) e all’accogliente rifugio omonimo. Sin qui 2:30/3:00 complessivamente. Conviene ora fare una breve ma significativa digressione sulla facile Croda Fiscalina Est (2677 m) per il sentiero roccioso della via normale ( VIEW POINT 15 ). Il panorama è eccellente e, per certi versi, anche orrido, in quanto dalla vetta lo sguardo può affacciarsi verso nord praticamente a perpendicolo; roba da far tremare le gambe anche ad un alpinista. Il tutto non porta via più di un’ora e mezza tra andata e ritorno e il dislivello supplementare è di soli 150 m. Ciò che ci viene regalato, però, è prezioso: una visione completa della Croda dei Toni, una delle vette più belle delle Dolomiti tutte. Raccordandosi al sentiero 104 si torna quindi in meno di 2 ore al Rif. Auronzo, concludendo un’escursione ampia che permette di vedere il meglio di queste vette. Non sarà stato tempo perso anche se la massa degli escursionisti in estate è notevole. Ritornati a Cortina si percorre la Val d’Ampezzo, passando per San Vito e Borca, da cui si ammirano alcune cime celeberrime: Antelao, Pelmo, Croda Marcora. Poco dopo si prende a destra la strada per il Passo Cibiana che apre le porte dello Zoldano. Dal passo è possibile raggiungere con un bus navetta il Museo della Montagna di Messner, sul Monte Rite, da cui si gode un panorama a 360 gradi e soprattutto la visione isolata del Monte Pelmo con la sua caratteristica forma a “caregòn” ( VIEW POINT 16 ). Ora non resta che coprire i chilometri che ci separano dalla Val Cellina, nel pordenonese, da cui parte la Val Cimoliana, ultima tappa del nostro on the road nelle Dolomiti. Giunti a Longarone si devia verso Erto passando a fianco della Diga del Vajont (!) e si prosegue per Cimolais. Qui si seguono le indicazioni per la Val Cimoliana ed il Rifugio Pordenone. La strada è in parte sterrata ma, sebbene non sempre agevolmente, è percorribile con automezzi a due ruote motrici. Giunti al parcheggio sotto il rifugio, vanno indossati gli scarponi da montagna per poter risalire tutta la Val Montanaia lungo il sentiero 353 sino alla omonima forcella. La salita richiede 3 ore buone e consente di ammirare il Campanile di Val Montanaia in tutta la sua bizzarra bellezza, circondato da un semicerchio di vette che lo valorizzano come un diamante preziosissimo. Ad un certo punto, doppiato un contrafforte, eccolo comparire sopra di noi, incombente ( VIEW POINT 17 ). Poi ci si arriva alla base e lo si supera lasciandolo a sinistra per raggiungere il bivacco Perugini ( VIEW POINT 18 ) e proseguire poi ancora verso l’alto. Quando si è prossimi alla forcella esso appare come un canino, ardito ed aguzzo ( VIEW POINT 19 ) impreziosito a sinistra dalla Croda Cimoliana. Il nostro viaggio fatto di strade tutte curve, di passi dolomitici e di 2 faticose ma facili escursioni a piedi, termina qui. Abbiamo ammirato alcune cime simbolo delle Dolomiti da punti panoramici privilegiati, abbiamo potuto osservare una selva di altre vette lungo il percorso e soprattutto abbiamo potuto farci un’idea di che cosa possa offrire di spettacolare questa regione. Molto è stato tralasciato, davvero, tutto andrà poi approfondito. Questo è solo un assaggio arbitrario.

I view points principali per visitare le Dolomiti in auto

1. Valle di San Lucano: M. Agner 2. Baita Segantini: Cimon della Pala 3. Lago di Carezza: Gruppo del Latemar 4. Strada per il Passo Nigra: Catinaccio – Torri del Vajolet 5. Val Di Funes: le Odle 6. Passo delle Erbe: Sass da Putia 7. Passo Sella: Gruppo del Sassolungo 8. Alleghe: M. Civetta 9. Versante est della strada per il Passo Falzarego: Tofana di Rozes – Croda da Lago 10. Rifugio Cinque Torri: le Cinque Torri (escursione) 11. Passo Tre Croci: Monte Cristallo 12. Misurina: il Sorapiss 13-14-15. Escursione : Tre Cime di Lavaredo – Paterno – Croda dei Toni e ritorno 16. Museo del Monte Rite di Messner: il Pelmo 17-18-19. Escursione : Campanile di Val Montanaia

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Fondatore di www.abcDOLOMITI.com, laureato in economia con master, lavora da 20 anni nel settore human resources e nel settore web marketing/vendite. Ha pubblicato articoli per le più note riviste dedicate alla montagna e all’alpinismo, è appassionato da trent'anni di alpinismo e arrampicata sportiva. Ha pubblicato una guida escursionistica, una guida di arrampicata sportiva, un libro di racconti dedicati alla montagna, e ama dipinge montagne https://www.abcdolomiti.com/varie/disegni-e-dipinti-di-paesaggi-montani-luca-bridda/

14 pensieri riguardo “ Dolomiti road-trip: le Dolomiti in auto e a piedi ”

GRAZIE GRAZIE GRAZIE

Mi fa piacere che questo articolo ti sia stato utile.

Spero anzi di migliorarlo ancora in futuro.

Direi a priori un buon lavoro, ma dovrebbero essere classificate le strade più gettonate di questa Vs scelta, si potrebbe utilizzare una numerazione del tragitto, sarà poi a gusto personale scegliere, mentre se fosse modificabile (ingrandimento) la mappa da Voi tracciata sarebbero maggiormente riconoscibili i luoghi del percorso, per un turista che non conosce le Dolomiti, anche se famosi i luoghi da Voi indicati. Anticipatamente ringrazio.

L’idea era di creare un giro ad anello, più che una classifica delle strade più belle, che comunque è una bella idea. Lavorerò sicuramente ad una mappa più usabile e flessibile. Grazie. Luca

Salve Signor Bridda

Mio marito ed io abbiamo intenzione di percorrere il tragitto da Lei descritto in automobile. Potrebbe darci qualche indicazione per la scelta dei pernottamenti?

Grazie mille

Caspita, Marcella, su questo punto sono un tantino carente e non saprei cosa indicarle. Spero però che qualche altro utente possa darle delle indicazioni al posto mio. Un saluto. Luca

Ciao, volevo un consiglio per il periodo di pasqua e pasquetta, precisamente ad Aprile. Io e i miei amici, amanti della natura e Trekking, ma non esperti, vorremmo fare un giro turistico vicino Dolomiti in auto nei posti accessibili, con soste, passeggiate ,foto, dormire. Si parte Sabato 15 aprile ora di pranzo Da Milano e rientriamo Lunedi di pasquetta verso la sera non tardi. Quale itinerario mi consigliate? E se nel periodo di Aprile 15,16,17 si puo’ fare , credo che in alcuni posti ci sia ancora molta neve. Grazie e Buona serata

A metà aprile di solito c’è ancora neve, soprattutto sui versanti meno soleggiati. Quest’anno ha nevicato pochissimo ma per avere un’idea della situazione consiglio la pagina webcam di abcdolomiti.

Ok, ti ringrazio. Provo a dare una occhiata.

Ciao Luca, complimenti per lavoro fatto che e’ utilissimo per chi come me conosce poco le Dolomiti. Volevo chiederti tre cose sul percorso che hai segnato. Fine maggio e’ un buon periodo? In quanti giorni consigli di farlo? Volendo inserire una tappa al lago di Resia, cosa potrei saltare del tuo percorso?

Grazie Alfredo

Ciao Alfredo, fine maggio è ok anche se il mese migliore resta ottobre. In maggio rischi di trovare ancora neve in certi punti lungo le escursioni a piedi. Ogni annata però è diversa e ti devi informare a ridosso della partenza. Troppo lungo e complicato risponderti su questioni più specifiche ma se fai quella variante magari poi scrivimi una email così mi racconti. Un saluto!

Gentile Luca, 2 domande:

in quanti gg. è consigliabile fare questo tour? è possibile dormire in tenda tipo bivacco?

Ciao, lavoro superbo. Volevo chiederti: è anche il giro più valido da fare in mio, o per la moto – dato che il piacere del viaggio e le capacità del mezzo di andare pe strade meno ampie – è preferibile andare altrove?

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Panoramic tour by car in the Dolomites

Traveling along the long roads of the Dolomites of South Tyrol, Trentino, Belluno and Friuli aboard your car or classic car you can enjoy a breathtaking view. Beautiful scenarios accompany the car journey of tourists. Rally and motor racing at national and international level are also often held on mountain roads. Discover the best accommodations in South Tyrol, Trentino and Belluno that organize classic car rallies.

The Dolomites grand tour

The sensorial experience immersed in the majestic Italian Alps!

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The thrill of driving through the Italian Dolomites’ most famous roads, the luxury and tranquility of Brunico and the exquisite cuisine of the best Michelin starred Chefs in the Trentino region. These are the main ingredients of the fifth edition of The Dolomites Grand Tour, an awe-inspiring journey exploring the nature from behind the wheel, all while indulging in a triumph of culinary flavors.

Participants will taste the sophisticated cuisine of Malga Panna , curated by Chef Paolo Donei , enjoy the unique dishes of Atelier Moessmer Norbert Niederkofler , a project by Chef Norbert Niederkofler , and savor the delicacies of the Rifugio In Alto , conceived by Chef Gianluca Pittigher.

The Dolomites Grand Tour offers the thrill of driving along some of the most famous mountain passes of the area, a UNESCO World Heritage Site . Passo Pordoi , Falzarego , Valparola , Giau , San Pellegrino, Sella, Gardena, Furcia , Passo delle Erbe and other wonderful mountain spots will be explored during the journey. The majestic nature will be the main protagonist of this charming event, together with the exquisite cuisine from the best Michelin starred Chefs celebrated in the region .

The freedom of enjoying the passion for driving and dining, culture and nature.

This is The Dolomites Grand Tour presented by Canossa Events.

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Tour of the Dolomites

The Giro delle Dolomiti (Tour of the Dolomites) is a cycle tourism event covering 5 stages in 5 days and starting and finishing in Bolzano , the gateway to the Dolomites .

Each day takes you to 5 different peaks in the Dolomites before returning to Bolzano for lunch.

Each stage includes a timed section to determine the male and female winners of the Giro delle Dolomiti.

Along the route there are two refreshment points where the group can taste the fine culinary traditions of South Tyrol.

Itinerary stages

Fiemme Valley to Pampeago

Distance: 87.9 km / Elevation change: 1,963 m / Timed section : 6.5 km/700 m elevation change

Start from Bolzano heading to San Giacomo and Laives . From here, you'll be cycling on fairly quiet roads as far as Ora , before the slight gradient up to the Lugano Pass on the border between Alto Adige and Trentino, followed by the descent to Cavalese and Tesero . This is the start of the timed section, with the finish line in Alpe di Pampeago . After a short break, the group descends to the foot of the Latemar as far as Ponte Nova , where the route continues through the Ega Valley . Once in Cardano , it's just a few more kilometres to the arrival point in Bolzano.

To see the itinerary of the “ Guest Tour ”, visit: https://www.girodolomiti.com/it/prodotto/giro-guest#tour

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Distance: 159.5 km / Elevation change: 3,400 m / Timed section : 10.4 km/704 m elevation change

Starting from Bolzano , this spectacular stage goes around the Sella Group : a ride every cyclist should experience at least once in their life. A hard climb up 4 passes is rewarded by a fast and thrilling descent through green meadows, with majestic views of the surrounding mountains. Once the group arrives at Selva Gardena , the timed section to the Sella Pass begins. You then continue at a measured pace to the Pordoi Pass , the Campolongo Pass and the Gardena Pass , which, after reaching the top, give way to an almost never-ending descent towards Bolzano.

Passo Sella, 39048 Selva di Val Gardena BZ, Italia

Stelvio Pass

Distance: 57.2 km / Elevation change: 1,893 m / Timed section : 23.2 km/1808 m elevation change

Shuttle bus from Bolzano to Prato allo Stelvio (Km 0 of this stage). Rich refreshments will be served before starting the legendary ascent up the Stelvio Pass , the timed section of this stage. Gomagoi and Trafoi are where the 48 hairpin bends begin on the South Tyrolean side, along a stretch known as the " Queen of the Alpine roads ". Once at the top, you descend towards Bormio before heading left onto the Umbrail Pass (Giogo di Santa Maria), on the border between Italy and Switzerland . Once in Swiss territory, it's downhill to Santa Maria Münstair , where the route passes through the Monastery Valley and back to Italy. This stage ends in Glorenza , the smallest municipality in South Tyrol, where lunch is served in the shade of the castle ramparts. Outside the walls, buses will be waiting to take the riders back to Bolzano.

Passo dello Stelvio, 39029 Stelvio, Italia

Fedaia Pass

Distance: 142 km / Elevation change: 2,898 m / Timed section : 7.3 km/504 m elevation change

Start from Bolzano to reach the Marmolada , which at 3,343 m is the highest mountain in the Dolomites and is covered by the only remaining glacier in this range. After tackling the long ascent from Bolzano up to the Carezza Pass , you descend into the Fassa Valley as far as Canazei and then ride up the Fedaia Pass , where lunch awaits you .

The return follows the same route as far as the Costalunga Pass and then proceeds to the Nigra Pass and Tires. The descent continues to Prato Isarco, before returning to Bolzano.

To see the itinerary of the “Guest Tour”, visit: https://www.girodolomiti.com/it/prodotto/giro-guest#tour

38032, Canazei TN, Italia

San Genesio to Avelengo

Distance: 80.9 km / Elevation change: 1347 m / Timed section : 10.8 km / 922 m elevation change

Start from Bolzano to reach the vast plateau of Monte Zoccolo , which stretches from San Genesio to Avelengo . Once you reach Meltina, the road offers a breathtaking panorama of the Dolomites, with vast green meadows, ancient larch trees and Haflinger horses , famous for their blonde manes. When you reach Avelengo , after about 43 km, you begin the long descent towards the Adige Valley for the return to Bolzano for lunch, followed by the prizegiving and closing of the tour .

39030 San Genesio BZ, Italia

39010 Avelengo BZ, Italia

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. There are over 220 stations and 15 lines in the Moscow Metro. It is open from 6 am to 1 am. Trains come very frequently: during the rush hour you won't wait for more than 90 seconds! Distances between stations are quite long – 1,5 to 2 or even 3 kilometers. Metro runs inside the city borders only. To get to the airport you will need to take an onground train - Aeroexpress.

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Tour of the Dolomites
The Giro delle Dolomiti (Tour of the Dolomites) is a cycle tourism event covering 5 stages in 5 days and starting and finishing in Bolzano, the gateway to the Dolomites.. Each day takes you to 5 different peaks in the Dolomites before returning to Bolzano for lunch.. Each stage includes a timed section to determine the male and female winners of the Giro delle Dolomiti.
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Tour privato in auto di 1 giorno nel cuore delle Dolomiti - GetYourGuide. Le Dolomiti sono un tesoro naturale dichiarato Patrimonio dell'Umanità dall'UNESCO nel 2009: ammira i 3 Picchi di Lavaredo, uno dei simboli dell'area, e i 2 laghi più belli di questa regione, prima di fermarti nella famosa località di Cortina d'Ampezzo. Approfondisci.
Moscow metro tour
Moscow Metro. The Moscow Metro Tour is included in most guided tours' itineraries. Opened in 1935, under Stalin's regime, the metro was not only meant to solve transport problems, but also was hailed as "a people's palace". Every station you will see during your Moscow metro tour looks like a palace room. There are bright paintings ...
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Moscow Metro 2019
Will it be easy to find my way in the Moscow Metro? It is a question many visitors ask themselves before hitting the streets of the Russian capital. As metro is the main means of transport in Moscow - fast, reliable and safe - having some skills in using it will help make your visit more successful and smooth. On top of this, it is the most beautiful metro in the world!
Tour of famous Moscow Metro. Explore the Underground World! (2 hours
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Moscow Metro Tour
Explore the Moscow Metro, a fascinating monument of the Soviet Era! Metro - the word hardly ringing with affectionate beauty. Yet the Moscow Metro, with its state of the art stations is an undisputed work of sublimity. Built to impress, the stations entwine the most beautiful subway system in the world! And impress it does! On top of being a representative of the Soviet Union in its sheer ...
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The Dolomites Tours & Trips

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Hiking in the Dolomites

Classic Dolomites - Premium Adventure

4 Days DOLOMITES TOUR - from Milan

Dolomites Adventure

Walks in the Italian Dolomites

Dolomites Guided Walk

Amazing Dolomites Alps – ITALY

Alpine Adventure: Discovering the Dolomites

Innsbruck - Verona

The Dolomites Walking & Hiking Tour

The Dolomites-Small Group Bike Tour

Dolomites Explorer From Venice - 7 days

Venice to Milan: 7-Days Alps & Dolomites Tour

Italian Lakes & Alps Express - 5 days

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Lago di Carezza

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Church of St. John in Ranui

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Hiking at Seceda

Passo Gardena

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What you need to know about photography at the lake

Lago di Limides

Lago di Valparola

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Tre Cime di Lavaredo

Lago di Braies

Lago di Sorapis

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Ortisei Town

Val di Funes

Alpe di Siusi

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Included in the tour price The price is for two people sharing a car