Cycling Dolomites to Lake Garda

Cycling Dolomites to Lake Garda Tour Highlights
Dramatic Scenery – Cycle past rugged mountain peaks, pristine lakes and gentle alpine meadows
Easy, quiet cycling – Ride mostly on dedicated cycle paths with a downhill bias
Lake Garda – Admire the azure waters of Lake Garda and visit the castle of Arco
Cycle paths – Ride along the Adige river cycle path, one of the longest in Italy
Tradition – Witness the traditional lifestyle in the villages of the Venosta and Adige valleys

Why Book this tour Cycling Dolomites to Lake Garda
Unlike many other operators, we include the hire of your bike in the overall cost of the holiday: you don’t need to bring your own or pay extra to hire one locally. We also provide a pump, lock, spare inner tube and tyre levers. All you need bring is your own helmet.

Cycling Information
On this journey you cycle 229 km over five days (an average of 46 km per day). The terrain is mostly downhill and flat with some short uphill stretches. Most of the route is on paved cycle paths with some secondary roads. We have graded the route as easy.

Climate
Italy
April/May and October/November are pleasantly warm. June/September are the hottest months. Showers are common in Autumn.

Cycling Dolomites to Lake Garda: Day 1: Holiday starts in Silandro
After arriving in the quaint little town of Silandro (also known as Schlanders), settle-in to the family-run hotel that will be your base for the next two nights. Should time permit, we recommend taking a leisurely stroll around this traditional town, perhaps stopping to view its 92-metre church steeple – the highest in South Tyrol. Your bike will be delivered either today or tomorrow morning and you will be required to sign an agreement of care upon receipt of the bike.

Details of how to reach the start point of your holiday can be found on our website in the tour specific ‘dates and prices’ section by clicking on ‘Joining Info’ and then the ‘Show More’ button.
Overnight: Standard Hotel
Included Meals: Breakfast

Cycling Dolomites to Lake Garda: Day 2: Bike to Silandro, via Lake Resia, Glorenza and Lasa
A private transfer will take you up to the starting point of today’s ride at the Passo Resia – a journey of about an hour. Once in the saddle, you will coast alongside Lake Resia, passing the submerged church tower rising out of the water. Your route then winds down a panoramic bike path amidst alpine meadows and passes through beautiful villages like Burgusio and Clusio, before reaching the impressive fortified town of Glorenza. A quiet cycle path along the Adige River takes you through endless apple orchards to the village of Lasa, where you may choose to visit the fascinating marble museum. From here it’s only a short stretch back to your accommodation in Silandro. Please note that in April it is possible that there is still snow at the Resia pass, in which case the ride would start from the lower dam in San Valentino.

Your total cycling distance today is approximately 49 kilometres.
Overnight: Standard Hotel
Included Meals: Breakfast

Cycling Dolomites to Lake Garda: Day 3: Peddle to the spa town of Merano, via lively Naturno
Leaving Silandro behind you and descending through the Venosta Valley, you will ride through marvellous scenery of snow-capped mountains and endless pine forests. You may choose to stop for a break and a cappuccino in the lively town of Naturno, watching local life taking place around you. The bike path then winds down a narrow gorge before entering a broad glacial valley. The elegant spa town of Merano is today’s destination. Later, you may choose to take a stroll on its beautiful promenade, or spend some time relaxing in its very modern public spa.

Your total cycling distance today is approximately 34 kilometres.
Overnight: Standard Hotel
Included Meals: Breakfast

Cycling Dolomites to Lake Garda: Day 4: Bike to Lake Caldaro via South Tyrol’s capital, Bolzano
From Merano, you ride to Bolzano – the majestic capital of South Tyrol. You may choose to spend some time exploring this city before taking the Adige bike path south, winding through rolling vineyards. Tonight’s accommodation can be found on the shores of spectacular Lake Caldaro, just past the village of the same name.

Your total cycling distance today is approximately 43 kilometres.
Overnight: Standard Hotel
Included Meals: Breakfast

Cycling Dolomites to Lake Garda: Day 5: Cycle through vineyards to Trento
From the crystal clear waters of Lake Caldaro, your cycling route continues along the beautiful ‘Strada del Vino’ (Wine road), meandering through numerous small wine villages. Descending into the Adige Valley, you will join a bike path that takes you all the way to Trento. Along the way, we recommend making a stop at one of the ‘Bici Grills’ (cyclist bars), perhaps also allowing time to visit the traditional villages of Egna and Salorno. After arriving in Trento, you have the rest of the afternoon to explore this university city. Your accommodation is in the old city centre, surrounded by pretty Medieval and Renaissance architecture.

Your total cycling distance today is approximately 54 kilometres.
Overnight: Standard Hotel
Included Meals: Breakfast

Cycling Dolomites to Lake Garda: Day 6: Cycle to Riva del Garda on Lake Garda
On your last day’s cycle ride, the first part of you route follows a bike path along the blue-green waters of the Adige River towards the town of Rovereto. From here, you head westward, reaching a small pass from where a short descent offers spectacular views of Lake Garda. Cycling down to the lakeside, you will peddle through narrow Medieval alleys to your final night stop in the picturesque old town of Riva del Garda. This evening, you may choose to enjoy this spectacular Lake Garda setting with a glass of local wine, perhaps toasting what, we hope, has been an enjoyable week’s cycling.

Your total cycling distance today is approximately 49 kilometres.
Overnight: Comfortable Hotel
Included Meals: Breakfast

Cycling Dolomites to Lake Garda: Day 7: Holiday ends in Riva del Garda
After breakfast, the organised part of your holiday comes to an end.
Included Meals: Breakfast

Cycling Italy Dolomites to Lake Garda Pricing due to currency fluctuations and seasonal changes please inquire for the best possible price.


Cycling Dolomites to Lake Garda What’s Included:
Bike Details
Your included bike is a 21 gear hybrid bike and will be the correct frame size for your height. Each bike is fitted with one lateral pannier bag (20 litre capacity) as well as a handlebar bag that doubles as a map note holder. A lock, pump, spare inner tube and puncture repair kit with tyre levers is included. All you need to bring is your own helmet. You will be required to sign an agreement of care upon receipt of the bike.
Luggage Transfer
Included between each hotel.

Cycling Dolomites to Lake Garda What’s NOT Included:
Equipment
On all Discovery Travel cycle holidays we strongly recommend you bring along and wear your cycle helmet. In case of an accident resulting in personal injury, certain insurance policies (explore included) are invalidated in cases where a helmet was not being worn. Cycle glasses to protect against dust, pollen and the sun, padded cycle gloves and a water bottle or water delivery system (e.g. camelback or platypus) are also useful. You may choose to bring your own gel seat cover for added comfort. Other items to consider bringing are a sunhat and sun cream, torch, earplugs and insect repellent. Please carry some or all of your cycling equipment e.g. helmet as part of your hand luggage.
International flights
Any extra local transport (subways, taxis, buses) unless covered by the included passes
Baggage handling & luggage forwarding

Cycling Dolomites to Lake Garda Accommodation changes and upgrade are available for all our Cycling Tour, make an inquiry now