FULL ITINERARY
DAY ONE SUN 21 JUN | ARRIVAL
Arrive into Venice and join the group's morning transfer to Cortina, a journey of about two hours. We'll settle into our gorgeous hotel and set up the bikes. Option of a afternoon warm-up ride to Tre Croci followed by Welcome Dinner and Tour Briefing.
DISTANCE | 18KM | 11MI
ELEVATION | 600M | 2000FT
DAY TWO MON 22 JUN | CORTINA LOOP TO TRE CIME
Brilliant ride to the tranquil Lago di Misurina, with lunch by the therapeutic waters of the lake. There is the option of tackling Tre Cime di Lavaredo! The Giro finished a stage up here as recently as 2024. This is arguably the toughest seven kilometres, and most spectacular panorama of the Dolomites. Then it's all downhill to Cortina for a relaxing afternoon.
DISTANCE | 55KM | 34MI
ELEVATION | 1400M | 4600FT
DAY THREE TUE 23 JUN | CORTINA LOOP TO THE GIAU!
Great route today, which includes part of the tail end of the famous Maratona Granfondo course. We climb the Falzarego Pass from Cortina, dip down into the green, Fodom valley and ascend the legendary Passo Giau before a fantastic descent into Cortina. Relax in the afternoon, or take the cable car to Monte Cristallo and possbily enjoy a schnapps.
DISTANCE | 65KM | 40MI
ELEVATION | 2100M | 6200FT
DAY FOUR WED 24 JUN | CORTINA TO CANAZEI
Great day in the saddle as we set off to the delightful alpine village of Canazei. We climb from Cortina up the arguably easier side of Passo Giau. After a quick coffee, swoop down a sensational 20km descent. From there we begin our second climb of the day to the picturesque Lago di Fedaia, of 'Italian Job' fame. Enjoy lunch overlooking the lake, and take the opportunity if you wish, of taking the cable car to the glacier atop Marmolada. No words to describe the view!
DISTANCE | 65KM | 40MI
ELEVATION | 2150M | 7050FT
DAY FIVE THU 25 JUN | SELLARONDA LOOP
We trace the route of the short course Maratona dles Dolomiti, and one of the most stunning cycling and ski circuits in the world. And top of Charlie's bucket list! Four amazingly different passes that showcase the Sella massif - Passo Selle, Passo Gardena, Passo Campolongo and Passo Pordoi - which will be your favourite?
Celebration dinner to wind up some incredible riding and Charlie's big birthday!
DISTANCE | 65KM | 40MI
ELEVATION | 1760M | 5750FT
DAY SIX FRI 26 JUN | DEPARTURE
Morning group transfer to Venice of about three hours. Plan onward travel from mid-afternoon.
Time to say farewell, until next time.
Ride safe Puntos.