From Bolzano - Private Tour by car: THE BEST OF THE DOLOMITES IN JUST ONE DAY

From Bolzano - Private Tour by car: THE BEST OF THE DOLOMITES IN JUST ONE DAY

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About This Tour in Bolzano

Daily tour of a total of 300 km through the breathtaking Dolomites, one of the most beautiful and unique alpine regions in the world, a masterpiece of the nature included in the UNESCO World Heritage list in 2009. It is the perfect tour for those who have only one day to visit the splendid Dolomites: you will travel in full “The Great Dolomites Road” from Bolzano to Cortina d’Ampezzo, with the best of the Western and Eastern Dolomites and all the most beautiful alpine lakes. A tour of about 10 hours that you will not forget very easily!

Why Visit Bolzano?

Bolzano, Italy offers a wealth of attractions, cultural experiences, and activities for visitors. From historic landmarks to modern attractions, Bolzano provides an unforgettable travel experience with something to discover around every corner. Explore local cuisine, discover unique culture, and create lasting memories in this remarkable destination.

Getting to Bolzano

You can reach Bolzano, Italy by air, train, or road depending on your starting location. The city is well-connected by public transportation, including trains, buses, and metro systems. Taxis and rideshare services are also readily available. Train connections from major European cities make Bolzano easily accessible by rail as well.

What's Included

  • Bottled water
  • Tour Leader/Driver with license and English/Italian speaking
  • All costs for service car, toll roads and parking

What's Not Included

  • Lunch
  • Ticket for the cable car to Sass Pordoi or Piccolo Lagazuoi (optional)

Cancellation Policy

For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.

Additional Information

  • Public transportation options are available nearby
  • Specialized infant seats are available
  • Not recommended for travelers with poor cardiovascular health
  • Suitable for all physical fitness levels

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Meeting and Pickup

Pickup Information

Pickup Option: Pickup available for all travelers

Custom pickup locations may be available. Please contact the supplier for details.

Itinerary

Tour Itinerary

Departure from Bolzano, the Gateway to the Dolomites,... 30 minutes

Departure from Bolzano, the Gateway to the Dolomites, capital of the province South Tyrol. We will cross the Ega Valley that begins at Bolzano and runs eastward between the Rosengarten and the Latemar mountains. This road was built in 1894 when the territory was part of the Austro Hungarian Empire. We will stop at Carezza Lake, the most beautiful lake of the western Dolomites: 30 minutes of staying with a walk around the lake if you want.

o Then we will arrive to Costalunga Pass

o Then we will arrive to Costalunga Pass. Near the Pass we will see the historical “Grand Hotel Carezza”, built in 1893, the first luxury hotel in the Dolomites which hosted very important guests like the Empress Sissi, Winston Churchill, Agatha Christie. From the Costalunga Pass we will reach the Fassa Valley in Trentino: we will pass through the towns of Vigo di Fassa and Canazei to arrive under the imposing peaks of the Sella Group.

Then we will arrive to Costalunga Pass 1 hour

Then we will arrive to Costalunga Pass. Near the Pass we will see the historical “Grand Hotel Carezza”, built in 1893, the first luxury hotel in the Dolomites which hosted very important guests like the Empress Sissi, Winston Churchill, Agatha Christie. From the Costalunga Pass we will reach the Fassa Valley in Trentino: we will pass through the towns of Vigo di Fassa and Canazei to arrive under the imposing peaks of the Sella Group. From here begins a long series of 27 hairpins bends (switchbacks) that will lead us to the famous Pordoi Pass at an altitude of 2.239 meters (7.350 ft) above sea level. One hour of staying if you decide to arrive with the cable car to Sass Pordoi (altitude of 2950 meters: the cable car is open from late May until end of October and from Christmas to Easter).

We reach the Falzarego Pass through which we enter the eastern Dolomites 15 minutes

We reach the Falzarego Pass through which we enter the eastern Dolomites.

From the Pordoi Pass we go down to... 30 minutes

From the Pordoi Pass we go down to the village of Arabba and continue east until we reach the Falzarego Pass the gateway to the eastern Dolomites. We reach then Cortina d’Ampezzo, the "Pearl of the Dolomites", Italy’s premier mountain resort and home of the Winter Olympic Games of 1956. Cortina together with Milan will once again host the Winter Olympics in 2026.

From Cortina we reach then the Misurina Lake... 30 minutes

From Cortina we reach then the Misurina Lake with the incredible panoramic view of the Three Peaks of Lavaredo. The lake, with the view of the Three Peaks to the north and the Sorapis to the south, is the most famous image of the Dolomites in the world.

Just 20 minutes from Misurina we will have... 15 minutes

Just 20 minutes from Misurina we will have the opportunity for a brief stop at another important lake in the Eastern Dolomites, Lake Dobbiaco.

From Dobbiaco in about 20 minutes we reach... 1 hour

From Dobbiaco in about 20 minutes we reach the extreme North-East Italy a few kilometers from the border with Austria for the great final of the day with the visit to the famous Braies Lake. From Braies in an hour and 40 minutes we return to Bolzano via the Pusteria Valley and then the Isarco Valley.

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