Discover the Dolomites on an unforgettable MTB journey that links the legendary Alta Via 1 and 2 into a spectacular circular route. Starting and finishing in Alta Badia, this guided week-long adventure takes you through some of the most iconic landscapes of the Alps — from the wild beauty of Fanes Natural Park to the dramatic towers of Cinque Torri and the high plateaus of Pralongià.
With the support of experienced local guides, lift-assisted sections on the Sellaronda, and seamless logistics including hut bookings and luggage transfers, you can fully focus on the ride. Each stage reveals a new perspective of the Dolomites, combining flowy trails, alpine culture, and breathtaking scenery into one complete high-mountain experience.
Arrival in Alta Badia
Welcome to Alta Badia! After your journey, check in at the hotel and enjoy some free time to relax, breathe the mountain air, and start immersing yourself in the unique atmosphere of the Dolomites.
Acclimatization Day
The first day is at a relaxed pace: an easy walk to loosen your legs, get accustomed to the altitude, and enjoy the scents of the alpine forests.
In the late afternoon/evening, a briefing with an Holimites expert is scheduled, covering the route, stages, and useful tips to make the most of your experience.
1st stage: Badia - Fanes Natural Park (38 km, 1500 m elevation gain)
A ride from Badia passing trougth the village of San Vigilio, direction Pederu, to the Fanes Natural Park.
2nd stage: Fanes Natural Park - Cinque Torri (30 km, 1200 m elevation gain)
From the Natural Park of Fanes passing by the Lake Ghedina above Cortina d’Ampezzo, known as the Queen of the Dolomites, to Cinque Torri.
3rd stage: Cinque Torri - Pralongià (27 km, 1100 m elevation gain)
From the Cinque Torri to Pralongià plateau, riding through the ancient iron road used to transport this metal.
4th stage: Pralongià - Monte Muro (36 km, 1500 m elevation gain)
From Pralongia down to Pedraces direction Juvel pass. Here begins the descent towards Longiarú, a typical mountain village. The tour goes to Göma Pass and ends at Monte Muro.
5th stage: Monte Muro - Badia (35 km, 850 m elevation gain)
On day 5 we ride back to Badia passing through a typical mountain village, Rina. For the one, that wants a more challenging route, there is the possibility to ride to Santa Croce hut for a last aperitivo up high.
6th stage: Sellaronda loop
Starting from Alta Badia, you will ride the entire loop using the lift facilities for the uphill portions and for the downhill, of course, we’ll use our bikes.
Departure
The program can be personalized! We can modify the single stages or shorten and/or extend the duration of the tour.
Each participant is responsible for carefully evaluating the chosen package and ensuring that it matches their own physical fitness, technical ability, experience, and level of endurance.
By booking, participants confirm that they are in suitable physical and mental condition to safely undertake the activity and that they have understood the characteristics, duration, and difficulty level described in the programme.
Participants are also required to follow all instructions provided by Holimites staff at all times. For safety reasons, Holimites experts may modify, suspend, or interrupt activities.
Holimites cannot be held responsible for accidents, injuries, or damages resulting from failure to follow instructions, inaccurate personal declarations, or participation in activities beyond one’s own capabilities.
Included in the price
Not included in the price
Supplements
What is the recommended level to participate?
Although our guides will advise you with any technical questions to help you ride the different trails at your best, but the ability to handle your mountain bike is necessary to participate in this tour. It is also helpful to have done some training prior to participation as you will have to cycle for several consecutive days. It would be a pity to have to give up at any stage of this magnificent tour!
Which particular mountain bike type do you suggest?
If the MTB is a front or fullsuspended bike, it makes no difference. You should choose the type you feel most comfortable on. The most important thing is that before you begin a stage of the tour, the bike is in perfect riding condition and has been checked for safety and performance by a specialized bike mechanic.
What if it rains?
Our guides will make the final decision in compromising weather conditions whether the ride can continue full stage, part stage or otherwise. In case of a full or partial cancellation of one or more of the riding stages, taxi and/or car transfer(s) will be arranged and fully reimbursed by Holimites.
What specific clothing and gear do you recommend?
Please be advised that the use of a certified helmet is mandatory for participation in this bike tour. The helmet must be worn and fastened throughout the entire tour and throughout all of the riding stages without exception. If this rule is not followed, our guides will not be able to allow your participation in the remainder of the tour and you will be asked to leave the group. We ensure the safety of all of our guests to the greatest potential possible, and therefore, will not be flexible with this stipulation. Please make sure to bring a light hydration pack with a few layers of clothing including a lightly insulated jacket, rain gear and gloves. Keep in mind that the weather in the mountains can change quickly and vary in degrees. A beautiful, sunny morning can turn wet and cold by afternoon; so be prepared for everything. This is the reason why we suggest packing some warmer and comfortable clothing as well which can be left in your bag that we that we will transfer for you from hut to hut. Note: In some huts, bags are transported via a cableway and thus there are some weight restrictions. If this case pertains to your group, your guide will give clear instructions on acceptable baggage
weight which depends on the number of participants in your group.
The programs on the catalog don‘t match my expectations. Are there alternative offers?
On request, Holimites can customize a program for you. Is the tour too long or the stages to challenging? Do you prefer a different itinerary? Would you like to book some extra days to relax in the hotel or on a mountain hut? Just send us a request and we will do our best to meet your needs.
Overnight stay on the mountain huts...
You will be surprised of how lovely our mountain huts are. However, they have to be considered a rifugio in the mountains and not a hotel. So you won’t find all the luxury features you find in the towns.
In the huts there are blankets and pillows. We suggest to bring sleeping bags inlay with you.
All hotels and huts are well informed about dietary restrictions, like gluten or lactose intolerance. Everywhere you will find a vegetarian or vegan alternative.
Not all huts accept credit cards. So we suggest to bring some cash with you, to pay drinks, snacks or extras which are not included in the offer.
What about having lunch in the mountains?
For lunch you can stop in one of the huts to taste some traditional food or you have the possibility to buy a lunch package in the hut where you overnight.
What about dinner?
All the mountain huts where you'll be staying offer dinner service, which you can decide to join on the same day. When you'll stay in a hotel you have the option to dine at the hotel's restaurant or, if you prefer, explore the town to find a restaurant that suits your taste.
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