Dolomites Family Multisport
Biking & Hiking in Northern Italy
Soaring above the Venetian plain, the majestic and incomparable Dolomites play host to an unforgettable alpine family adventure. Backroads takes the best of this region—clusters of jagged peaks, emerald-green meadows, peaceful valleys and picture-book villages—and weaves them together during six days of mountain bike excursions on tranquil trails and hikes made easy with chairlift and gondola rides. Experience a delightful mixture of Italian and Austrian cultures, dine on distinctive culinary specialties, and savor fine Italian wines. Come join us in this secret corner of Italy for alpine bliss!
- Italy and Austria come together in a multicultural mosaic
- Explore hidden valleys and majestic mountains
- Ride a chairlift to Rifugio Scoiattoli for dramatic views of the Cinque Torri
- Strudel-making with a local chef
- Learn rock-climbing basics with an expert mountaineer
The Day-to-Day Itinerary
Day 1 cortina d'ampezzo
Meet in Treviso 
Shuttle to Borca di Cadore, where we enjoy a picnic lunch before heading out on a mountain bike ride that follows the twists and turns of an old railway path The route ends in Cortina d’Ampezzo, a posh mountain resort town filled with shops and cafés encircled by stunning peaks.
Days 2-3 san cassiano
Indulge in a hearty alpine breakfast before taking a chairlift to the base of the imposing Cinque Torri, a group of five famous stone pinnacles Kids learn the basics of rock climbing from trained instructors Walk with our local guide to an open-air museum near Passo di Falzarego and explore World War I tunnels built into the hillside Bike through the scenic Ladin villages, conifer forests and flower-carpeted fields of the Val Badia Above the tree line, delight in remarkable views of glaciers and lofty rock towers Take an exhilarating zip-line ride beneath a canopy of trees in Colfosco While the kids join the leaders for a pizza night, adults indulge in a Michelin-starred dinner at La Siriola.
Days 4-6 fie allo sciliar
Journey by gondola to the Alpe di Siusi, a pristine plateau of meadows and wetlands Pedal alongside streams and rivers while admiring such alpine flowers as gentians and poppies Hike to a rifugio where ancient folk traditions thrive Try regional specialties including sausage with mushrooms and polenta, and grilled Taleggio cheese Marvel at breathtaking sunsets made all the more spectacular by the vivid pink stone of the surrounding mountains.
- Premiere Inns: These lodgings possess both elegance and authentic regional flair.
- Casual Inns: These lodgings are comfortable and appropriate to the area with such characteristics as authenticity, scenic settings and proximity to our activities.
- Deluxe Family Camping: We set up the tents (and take them down), handle every camp chore and perform culinary magic.
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This was the BEST vacation of our lives and we owe it all to Backroads and in particular our three leaders. We will definitely look to do another Backroads trip in the near future because of this experience.- Yarmouth, ME More about this Trip All Guest Reviews
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Dolomites Family Multisport
MOUNTAIN CHARM: Premiere Inns*
Hotel de la Poste
Cortina d'Ampezzo (1 night) Established in 1835, this charming four-star hotel is located amid mountain peaks in the center of this well-heeled town.
Hotel Ciasa Salares
San Cassiano (2 nights) Set in a sprawling green meadow surrounded by lush forests, this hotel features an indoor pool, sauna, Turkish baths and a restaurant wine list displaying 1,800 labels.
* Casual Inn
Romantik Hotel Turm
Fiè allo Sciliar (2 nights) A 13th-century hotel with Tyrolean-style décor, a pool, a spa offering herb and wine baths, and delicious regional cuisine prepared by proprietor and renowned chef Stefan Pramstrahler.
Dolomites Family Multisport
Daily Mileage Options & Cumulative Elevation Gain
Routes For All Abilities
Every Backroads trip is designed to appeal to a wide variety of interests and fitness levels. We know your pace may vary from one day to the next-and your traveling companion's may differ somewhat from yours. So we present a range of mileage options, and each day you decide exactly what and how much you want to do.
| Activity Level | Average Time | Biking Average | Walking Average |
|---|---|---|---|
| Insider Trips | Explore at a leisurely pace—on village walks, market strolls, art history excursions, hands-on cooking classes and more. | ||
| 1 | 2-3 hours | 10-20 miles | 2-5 miles |
| 2 | 2-4 hours | 21-30 miles | 5-7 miles |
| 3 | 3-5 hours | 31-40 miles | 7-9 miles |
| 4 | 4-6 hours | 41-55 miles | 9-11 miles |
| 5 | 5-7+ hours | 56-75+ miles | 11-13+ miles |
Day 1
- Level 1 2 Route Options Available
- Biking 7, 14 miles
- 600 - 1200 feet elevation gain
Day 2
- Level 1 1 Route Option Available
- Walking 3.5 miles
- 1700 feet elevation gain
- Kids' Rock Climbing 3 hours
Day 3
- Levels 1 to 2 3 Route Options Available
- Biking 7, 14, 21 miles
- 300 - 1600 feet elevation gain
Day 4
- Levels 1 to 2 3 Route Options Available
- Biking 10, 18, 23 miles
- 400 - 500 feet elevation gain
Day 5
- Levels 1 to 3 3 Route Options Available
- Hiking 3.5, 5.8, 7.3 miles
- 900 - 1500 feet elevation gain
Day 6
- Level 1 1 Route Option Available
- Walking 2.2 miles
On this Family Trip, our routes follow gentle terrain with no significant gain or loss in elevation. Liberal van shuttling is incorporated into the itinerary to facilitate our activities and mileage is kept moderate to enable you to spend more time exploring on your own.