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Start any Saturday from May 4 to September 28, 2013. A minimum of 2 pax is required to operate this tour Starts from Bolzano-Bozen in South Tyrol. Daily mileage: 70 km to 110 km (45 to 70 miles). Starts from Dobbicao in Italy's South Tyrol. Dobbiaco is serviced by train from Innsbruck. Every Saturday, we can arrange a transfer from Venice to Dobbiaco at a cost of 49 euros per person. Accommodations in 3-star properties. From 665 euros per person based on double occupancy. Level: 4 (Difficult) |
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Dolomites’ Not so Secret Uphills! Dobbiaco to Venice - 7 nights/8 days |
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| Saturday: Arrival at Toblach/Nieblerdorf/Welsberg Set amongst luscious and verdant mountains under azure skies, your first hotel in Alta Pusteria provides a warm and friendly welcome upon your arrival. You’ll want to take in sights of the surrounding splendors before biking across them tomorrow. |
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| Sunday: Hochpustertal – Cortina d’Ampezzo (approx. 80km/50miles and 1650m/5413ft. in altitude) On today’s ride, you’ll race through the quaint alpine town of Toblach before dashing through the Sexten Valley, known as the heart of the Dolomites. Here, blooming fields compete with tumultuous mountain ranges for the foreground in the many surreal portraits around you. Dotted villages along the way provide rest and a cool-down before three Dolomiti passes really turn up the heat. At 1636m high, the Kreuzbergpass not only signifies the division between the Dolomites and the Carnic Alps, but marks your first triumph on this bike trip. Beyond the reach of the next two steep climbs – Passo San Antonio and TreCoci Pass – lies the former Olympic town of Cortina d’Ampezzo, where you’ll overnight. |
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| Monday: Cortina d’Ampezzo – Belluno (approx. 90km/56miles and 1100m/3608ft. in altitude) Hopefully your quads aren’t still feeling yesterday’s burn because today’s bike ride gives new meaning to the saying, “Beauty equals pain.” The many towering peaks leading you to the province of Belluno may be dazzling to the eyes, but they’re certainly not easy on the legs. Natural wonders culminate around you while cycling from Cortina d’Ampezzo. On your right, the three-peaked summit of the Tofane and on your left, the Five Towers (Cinque Torri). Each drop of sweat rendered by the many passes on this route, including the treacherous climb up Passo Giau (2236 m), will be well-compensated with beautiful views and roaring descents. Overnight in Belluno. |
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| Tuesday: Belluno – Feltre (approx. 100km/62miles and 850m/2789ft. in altitude) After a hearty breakfast, you’ll leave the ancient city of Belluno behind. Biking along a windy route, you’ll pass through Ponte Nelle Alpi to find yourself embraced in the Alpago valley beside the grandeur reflection of Lake Santa Croce. Several climbs ahead stand as reminders that today’s ride is more than just aerobic exercise, however the renowned Valdobbiadene – home of the Italian Prosecco (sparkling wine) – makes for the perfect warm-down. Be sure to get a taste of the region’s many vineyards before traversing the Piave River to the medieval town of Feltre where you’ll overnight. |
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| Wednesday: Feltre – Bassano del Grappa (approx. 65km/40 miles and 1500m/4921ft. difference in altitude) Although you’re almost to the plains where miles will slide easily under your wheels, the wrath of Monte Grappa – all 1,775 meters of it – still lies before you. Known as a famous site of the World War I battle between Italy, Austria and Germany, this mythic mountain is now the scene of your last uphill battle. No surrendering! With a steep, thrilling descent to the medieval Bassano del Grappa, victory never felt so good! Overnight in Bassano del Grappa. |
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| Thursday: Bassano del Grappa - Treviso (approx. 65km/40 miles and 900 m/2960ft. difference in altitude) Thrusting the Alpine regions behind your bike seat, you’ll pedal on routes where beautiful villas designed by the renowned Venetian architect Andrea Palladio come into view. Up ahead, you’ll be able to uncover another one of Italy’s hidden gems in the rustic town of Asolo before coasting along the “Vine Road” to Vittorio Veneto and Conegliano. The final destination for today’s ride is the fashionable and historic town of Treviso, where you’ll overnight. |
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| Friday: Treviso – Venice/Mestre (approx. 85km/53miles – 0m altitude) After saying ciao to Treviso, the River Sile will finally usher you to the sparkling shores of the Venetian lagoon where you’ll cycle around its waters to the seaside resorts of Jesolo and Cavallino. Once you reach Punta Sabbioni you may take a ferry to Mestre/Venice to admire it all! |
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| Saturday: Departure After breakfast, depart Mestre at the time of your choice. Note that we can arrange post-tour stays in Venice, if desired, in order to soak up more of its dreamy canal magic! |
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| 665 euros per person sharing a room. Single supplement is 135 euros. Price include:
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| Please contact us at your earliest convenience as this trip is subject to hotel availability. Our e-mail address: info@cyclomundo.com | ||||||||||||
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