East Tyrolean & South Tyrolean Dolomites - 8 days
Description
Summary
Description
Embark on an enchanting 8-day cycling tour that takes you through the picturesque landscapes of Austria and Italy. This multi-day tour is a perfect blend of adventure, culture, and relaxation. Starting from the charming town of Lienz, you will cycle through idyllic villages, ancient Roman towns, and stunning national parks. Along the way, you will have the opportunity to visit well-known water nature trails, swim in pristine lakes, and explore historical town centers. Each day ends with a comfortable stay in a local hotel and a delicious meal. This tour is not just about cycling; it's about immersing yourself in the local culture, history, and natural beauty of these regions. So, get ready to pedal your way through an unforgettable journey.
Included
7x breakfast, 7x dinner
Half board
Transfers according to the program
Hotel of the 3*** or 4**** category
Detailed travel documents (route maps, route description, places of interest, important telephone numbers)
Navigation app
Video briefing
Telephone service hotline for the duration of the bike tour
Free parking space in Alta Pusteria
Travel documents are provided in German
Map
Attractions
Daily Itinerary
Day 1 – Day 1: Arrival in Lienz
- Lienz - Arrival day
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Your adventure begins in the charming city of Lienz. Upon arrival, check into your hotel and spend the rest of the day at leisure. In the evening, enjoy a welcome dinner at the hotel.
Day 2 – Day 2: Lienz - Lavant - Dölsach
- Lienz
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- Aguntum
- Galitzenklamm
- Leiterfall
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Start your day with a hearty breakfast before setting off on your bike to the Galitzenklamm gorge. Continue your journey to Lake Tristach for a refreshing swim. Cycle to Lavant and visit a late Roman and early medieval settlement mound. End your day in Dölsach, where you can explore the ancient Roman town of Aguntum.
Day 3 – Day 3: Virgen Valley - Prägraten - Matrei - Lienz
- Matrei in Osttirol
- Lienz
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- Kolm Saigurn National Park
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After breakfast, a transfer will take you to the end of the Virgen Valley, located in the heart of the Hohe Tauern National Park. Cycle downhill through the picturesque villages of Prägraten and Matrei in East Tyrol, before returning to Lienz.
Day 4 – Day 4: Lienz - Oberdrauburg - Sachsenburg - Spittal - Lienz
- Lienz
- Spittal a der Drau District
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- Gamsgrubenweg
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Today's journey takes you through the idyllic villages of Oberdrauburg and Sachsenburg. Enjoy a swim in the nearby lake in Greifenburg. Cycle through the beautiful landscapes of mountain forests and pastures. Take a train from Spittal an der Drau back to Lienz.
Day 5 – Day 5: Dobbiaco - Cortina d'Ampezzo
- Toblach - Dobbiaco
- Cortina d'Ampezzo
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- Lake Coldai
- Gemeinde Wengen
- Three Peaks Adventure Park
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Take a train from Lienz to Dobbiaco. Cycle past Lake Dobbiaco and enjoy the stunning view of the Three Peaks. Continue your journey to Lake Dürrensee and then to the highest point, Gemärk/Cimabanche. From there, cycle downhill to Cortina d'Ampezzo.
Day 6 – Day 6: Toblach - Bruneck - Brixen - Dobbiaco
- Brixen - Bressanone
- Toblach - Dobbiaco
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- Taufers Castle
- South Tyrol Museum of Mining - Predoi
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Cycle along the River Rienz through the valley villages to Bruneck. Visit Bruneck Castle and the Folklore Museum in Dietenheim. Continue your journey to Brixen, one of the most beautiful towns in the Alps. From Brixen, take the train back to Dobbiaco.
Day 7 – Day 7: Toblach - Innichen - Winnebach - Sillian - Lienz
- Toblach - Dobbiaco
- Innichen - San Candido
- Heinfels
- Sillian
- Lienz
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- Lago di Sorapiss
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Leave Toblach and cycle to Innichen. Cross the Italian-Austrian border near Winnebach and continue to Sillian. Visit the Loacker company and enjoy their delicious cookies and excellent cappuccino. Cycle downhill along the Drau to Lienz.
Day 8 – Day 8: Departure from Lienz
- Lienz - Departure day
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After breakfast, it's time to say goodbye. Check out from the hotel and depart at your leisure. We hope you enjoyed your cycling tour and look forward to seeing you again!
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