Dolomites 2026 Itinerary
*Route and itinerary subject to change
Flights
Flights are to be booked separately by riders. Our transfer leaves Venice Marco Polo Airport at 16.00 for a 3hr transfer to Canazei. Flights will need to be booked to Venice VCE and return from Milan Malpensa MXP. A member of the team will greet you at VCE upon arrival and direct you to the transfer pick up point.
Suggested outgoing flights from London:
Transfer collection time is 16.00pm
Outgoing Flights:
11.55 STN to 15.00 VCE
11.50 LGW to 15.00 VCE
Return Flights:
We will be returning from Milan Malpensa. Our transfer collection time is 11am on Friday 10th July.
17.05 MXP to 18.10 STN
16.50 MXP to 17.50 LGW
Please contact us should you require assistance with your booking or organising alternative travel.
Day 1 / Saturday 4th July
Upon arrival to our first hotel, the team will check you in to your rooms and reunite you with your cycles. We will head out to a local restaurant for dinner and share a briefing for the incredible week ahead!
Day 2 / Sunday 5th July
7am meet / 9am departure - 69miles / 111km / 11,953ft
Our first day of cycling consists of 4 challenging climbs across 111km. Heading out from the hotel we venture onto the south side of the Sella Ronda route. Departing the circuit to the east, we then climb the Passo Valparola, the Giau and finally the Passo Falzarego. We then take an alternative route to finish back to Canazei. Dinner in a local restaurant
Strava Route https://www.strava.com/routes/3416139484980597892
Day 3 / Monday 6th July
7am meet / 9am departure - 39 miles / 63km / 6,677ft
Day 2 has us completing the famous Sella Ronda. A 63km route taking in breathtaking views in the heart of the Dolomites. Riders will have the option to cycle further should they wish. Arrive back in Canazei for dinner in another local restaurant.
Strava Route https://www.strava.com/routes/3416131422869120216
Day 4 / Tuesday 7th July
7am meet / 9am departure - 53 miles / 85km / 2,376ft
Our third day has us moving on from Canazei. We take on 85km, having lunch in Bolzano before heading to our overnight stay in Merano. A beautiful route passing over the Passo Gardena and the Sella. Again there will be an option for an extended route should riders wish to continue. Upon arrival into Merano riders will have the chance to explore the town before meeting in a local restaurant for dinner.
Strava Route https://www.strava.com/routes/3416137775312731268
Day 5 / Wednesday 8th July
7am meet / 9am departure - 61 miles / 98km / 8,375ft
A 70 mile route starting with the Valley road towards Bormio. On our way we take on the mighty Stelvio, consisting of 48 hairpin bends winding up to the summit. A great spot for a well deserved coffee and photo spot before the exciting descent into Bormio.
Strava Route https://www.strava.com/routes/3416143124687537842
Day 6 / Thursday 9th July
7am meet / 9am departure - 32 miles / 52 km / 4,785ft or 67 miles / 107km / 9,695ft
Our dinal day of cycling offers 2 routes as we take on one final signature climb, Passo Gavia. Reaching the summit at 32 miles, riders can either choose to descend back to the town of Bormio, or continue on an extended route arriving back into Bormio from the South. A final dinner together, our famous awards evening and a night of celebratory drinks to bring the trip to a close.
Strava Route https://www.strava.com/routes/3418315403341585240
Day 7 / Friday 10th July
Transfer Pick Up Time: 11am
Riders can enjoy the morning as they please, whether that be a final quick cycle, a walk around Bormio or a well deserved lie in. Our transfer arrives at 11am for the 3hr transfer to Milan Malpensa. Cycles will be delivered back to you from Monday 13th July.