THE Best Of The DOlomites
Stelvio. Marmolada. Gavia. Mortirolo. Sella. Gardena. Pordoi. Erbe. Falzarego. Giau. These passes have been immortalized as much by the legendary racing that has taken place on their slopes as their beauty and awe-inspiring natural formations that elicited these words from the great French architect Le Corbusier: “There are mountains, and then there are the Dolomites.” You will conquer 10 classic passes over 8 days. Evenings are spent in 5-star hotels and enjoying Michelin starred cuisine paired with the unique flavors of wines only found in the Alto Adige. Our feeling is, if you're going to put yourself through this, the payoff on the other end needs to be huge. And that's exactly what we've arranged, and it's exactly what we deliver.
World-Class Cycling
Named after a French mineralogist, Dieudonne Sylvain Guy Tancrede de Gratet de Dolomieu, the Dolomites contains 18 peaks over 10,000 feet! Riding the climbs of the Dolomites is a challenging and rewarding experience, and the Stelvio and Gavia Passes and the impressive peak of the Marmolada are immortalized in cycling lore for the heroic exploits created on their roads. These are the climbs marked by time and cycling heroes. Fausto Coppi, Eddy Merckx and Marco Pantani have all stamped their place in cycling history over these passes. The Giro d'Italia is often defined on the roads that wrap around the impressive peaks of the Dolomites, and each year, the route seems to produce yet another challenge. The Marmolada, at 10,965 feet, the highest peak in the Dolomites, dominates perhaps the most challenging and beautiful ring of roads for any cycling enthusiast, with six epic climbs encircling the Sella Ring.
Authentic Culture
Italy is one of the richest cultures in Europe, and the Italians have mastered the art of living. From the shores of Lake Iseo to the city centers of Trento and Bolzano, the cultural center of the Alto-Adige, all three share similar roles but could not be more diverse. Much of what is known as typical Italian, between art, food and fashion, can be found in Lombardy. A more complex history is found in the Alto Adige, with a Tyrolean presence that is inherent in language, food and architecture.
Exemplary Service
Italian hospitality starts with warmth and ends with your feeling like part of the family. Service is a matter of fact in Italy, from elegant restaurants and family-run trattorias to luxury villas and 4-star hotels. In typical Italian fashion and style, Renaissance and historic buildings have been converted to luxury hotels, while retaining their exquisite architecture and furnishings while providing an elegant backdrop for an enticing stay.