Dolomites & Cortina Small Group Tour from Venice

Recommended by 91% of travelers

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Venice, Italy

High interest

Booked 2 times today.

10 hours (approx.)
Group discounts
Mobile ticket
Offered in: English

Why travelers loved this

4.6

· KingKwon_V ·

Mar 2026

Marco, the driver, defintely made this experience. Very chill and fun guy. It was an extremely good day during our tour. No traffic and good weather so Marco took us to additional stops. The drive there was beautiful and the stops we made were beautiful locations.

· Michael_K ·

Apr 2026

Marco was the best!! He provided a lot of information and pointed out photographic opportunities. He answered questions. We all highly recommend Marco!!

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Overview

Get out of Venice for the day to visit the magnificent Dolomite Mountains. The early departure is to ensure a better experience in an area that year after year has seen a growing number of visitors. Enjoy the luxury of having a driver to seamlessly transport you between sites, which, depending on the season, may include Cortina d’Ampezzo, Lake Misurina and enjoy stunning views of the Tre Cime di Lavaredo peaks.

Day trip to the UNESCO–listed Dolomite Mountains from Venice
Small-group tour ensures a more personalized experience
Visit different mountain lakes depending on the season
Enjoy the convenience of having transport included

Why Travelers Choose This Tour

More affordable than a private tour, this Alps day trip still feels intimate thanks to a small group size.

What's Included

English speaking driver guide (a driver that gives general information about the areas visited )
Easy self-guided nature walk (optional)
Luxurious Mercedes Black 8 pax Minivan

Gratuities
Hotel pickup and drop-off
Food and drink, unless specified

Meeting and Pickup

Meeting point

Remida S.S.A
Isola Nova del Tronchetto, 30135 Venezia VE, Italy
IF YOU’RE COMING BY PEOPLE MOVER, AT THE EXIT TAKE YOUR LEFT AND FOLLOW INDICATIONS TO WATERBUS N 2 LANDING - You meet the Driver outside Vaporetto landing line #2 in front of Re Mida Cafe'. Please arrive 15 minutes prior to departure. Are you delayed?

End point

Piazzale Roma, 30135 Venezia VE, Italy
The tour will end in Piazzale Roma - Venice.

Itinerary

Venice is hard to say goodbye to–even for the day–but the Dolomites may help you forget about it for a few hours. After meeting your driver–guide, hop in your comfortable minivan and head north through the rustic Northern Italian landscape.

The first stop is the ski resort town of Cortina d'Ampezzo. Take some free time here to go shopping in the chic boutiques, enjoy a coffee and dessert at a cafe or just explore the town before heading to your next stop.

Arrive at Lake Misurina, or the "Pearl of the Dolomites," as it is sometimes called. The lake is especially picturesque with the Tre Cime di Lavaredo in the background, three distinctive peaks that tower in the distance, and one of the most well-known mountain groups in the Alps. Drive toward the peaks and stop to get an amazing view.

Later, sit down at a local trattoria for a traditional Dolomite lunch (at own expense) and then take some free time to go on a stroll around the lake. Or, if you'd rather rest your legs, continue relaxing at the restaurant.

Meet up with your driver-guide at the set time and begin your journey back, arriving in Venice in the early evening.

Please note, the itinerary is adapted during the winter months due to lake closures and visits Cortina, Braies Lake, and San Candido.

Cortina d'Ampezzo

1 hour • Admission Ticket Free

Tre Cime Di Lavaredo

1 hour • Admission Ticket Free

Lago di Misurina

2 hours • Admission Ticket Free

Auronzo di Cadore

20 minutes • Admission Ticket Free

Belluno Dolomites (Pass By)

Additional Info

Confirmation will be received at time of booking, unless booked within 2 days of travel. In this case confirmation will be received within 48 hours, subject to availability
Not wheelchair accessible
Near public transportation
Infant seats available
Not recommended for travelers with back problems
No heart problems or other serious medical conditions
Most travelers can participate
The visit to the foothills of Tre Cime di Lavaredo is seasonal (end of May to October) subject to weather conditions. When it is not possible to access it, you will spend more time in Cortina instead
Operates in all weather conditions, please dress appropriately

Children must be accompanied by an adult
Infant seats are available on request if advised at time of booking (children who are under 36 kg/97 pounds or 150 cm/4ft 9 in,must use proper child restraints). We reserve the right to refuse infants or children if we are not notified at the time of the booking and if the car seats brought do not comply with requirements by Italian law.
At time of booking, Cruise ship passengers must provide the following information at time of booking: ship name, docking time, disembarkation time and re-boarding time
Minimum numbers apply. There is a possibility of cancellation after confirmation if there is not enough passengers to meet requirements. In the event of this occurring, you will be offered an alternative or full refund
IIn winter months this tour will feature San Candido and Lake Braies instead of Tre Cime di Lavaredo and Lake Misurina.
All passengers pay the same rate irrespectively from their age
On certain dates, most travelers staying outside of Venice who are planning to visit for the day will be required to pay a €5 access fee. For further details (including exemptions) and to learn what days this fee is applicable, please visit: https://cda.ve.it
Due to safety reasons, Avventure Bellissime reserves the right to decline embarkation on the tour of children that have not been notified/registered during the reservation. NO refund is due in this situation.
This tour/activity will have a maximum of 8 travelers

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Cancellation Policy

You can cancel up to 24 hours in advance of the experience for a full refund.

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Reviews

4.6

based on 1,480 reviews

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Our driver Marco was a...

Andy_L, Apr 2026

Our driver Marco was a great tour guide. Very knowledgeable and made sure we got to see great scenery throughout our visit to the Dolomites. Highly recommended this tour if you can get Marco as your driver.

Highly recommend

Samuel_K, Apr 2026

Marco was a phenomenal guide, providing entertaining stories about the surrounding area as well as his own life growing up in Italy. The tour itself was well worth the price with amazing views of the dolomites and walking amongst the foothills.

Breath taking

MarieFrance_R, Apr 2026

This activity is a MUST! It was absolutely INCREDIBLE and we had the best driver to bring us around and to teach us about the surroundings! BIG thanks!!!

Marco was the best!! He...

Michael_K, Apr 2026

Marco was the best!! He provided a lot of information and pointed out photographic opportunities. He answered questions. We all highly recommend Marco!!

Marco, the driver,...

KingKwon_V, Mar 2026

Nice day away from Venice

Riley_E, Mar 2026

Great experience for the family. Driver was polite and answered all of the questions we had. Also gave appropriate time at each location to enjoy a short walk and take pictures.

Francesco was an...

Cathy_P, Mar 2026

Francesco was an excellent tour guide. He provided us with many amazing sites. Spent time in Cortina and met a USA Paralympic athlete. Stopped for lunch and ate scrumptious gnocchi. Had an hour of free time so we walked around the lake and then took the ski lift to the top of the mountain for breathtaking views and photo opportunities. The Gelato to end the day was fantastic. Many stops on the way to and from Venice. Very accommodating to the needs of all passengers.

When life gives you lemons… make lemon juice!

FrancisAbegail_L, Feb 2026

Unfortunately it was raining and snowing so hard we did not get to see the dolomites… but our tour guide Giovanni was very professional that he improvised our schedule and had us do something meaningful in place of the actual tour. It’s Giovanni’s professionalism, patience, and the fact that he did his best to do the tour until we could no longer proceed safely that still made it worthwhile for me. From my perspective, not having seen the dolomites as planned just gives me a reason to come back next time!

Excellent tour of the Dolomites

Apoor_G, Feb 2026

Excellent private tour for family with Max, who has been doing this for 20+ years, a professional on the road, safety first, efficient, and knows the traffic patterns like clockwork, and kept us on time to be able to enjoy Cortina (during the Olympics), 3 beautiful mountain lakes, and additional stops based on time and our interest and his own vast experience of the mountains. The day is long (8 am to 6 pm) to accommodate all the sites. This is a must do if in Venice, and balances out the congestion of city life and usual city tours with the beauty of the surrounding natural world. The Dolomites are astounding. Traveling through the excellent Italian infrastructure was a gorgeous and safe ride. We were there in mid-February, so the terrain is snow covered, and has its wintery charm (summer and fall will have its own beauty and colors), we lucked out with a crystal sunny day to enjoy the mountain peaks. The stop for lunch at one of the lakes was well-timed. It is at your own cost, just as any other snacks or souvenirs along the way are. We highly recommend this tour to anyone staying 3 or more days in Venice - this is definitely worth one of those days.

The Dolomites and charming Cortina

Adrienne_D, Jan 2026

I truly enjoyed the small-group tour of the Dolomites. Experiencing the majesty of the region with my family was unforgettable. Our driver did an excellent job educating us about the area and chose a wonderful restaurant for lunch. Cortina was absolutely charming, and knowing it will host the 2026 Winter Olympics made the visit even more special.

Fab day in Dolomites

Anjali_G, Jan 2026

Worth every penny! Our favorite part of the trip! Cortina views are unreal in beauty and elegance! Comfortable reliable transportation!

Watch the weather in the off season.

Geoffrey_K, Nov 2025

We went during off season, and didn't realize it would be so cold, many places closed, and a few of the lakes frozen over. So if you go late in the year, don't expect those promo pictures. That being said, the day we went it was snowing most of the day and everything was covered in a fresh white coat. The stop in Cortina was nice, as we were there just before the Olympics and saw the official clock and the 'rings'. The rest of the trip was shortened as it was cold and most of us were done within 30mins instead of the planned hour. Granted I got some amazing pictures of the lakes and Dolomites, but many times the mountains were hidden in the clouds. Our guide Marco did make up by stopping at three additional sites on the way back to Venice, providing even more scenic photo ops. Overall a good, not great experience in mid-November.

Dolomites day trip

Rajeev_S, Nov 2025

Marco was a perfect guide . Trip was well planned & nature was its best. . Highly recommend this trip !

Great car

Ajay_B, Nov 2025

Very good driver, friendly & knowledgeable. Must recommend............................................

Overpriced

Miriam_R, Oct 2025

We had a one hour stop in Cortina on our own then two hours for lunch in a place where there was hardly anything open. There were no admission fees. We weren't even given a bottle of water yet the charge was way over $400 for the two of us. that was very expensive since it didn't include a boat ride or museum a ski liftor anything else. The main point was we couldn't understand the guide and he couldn't understand us. When we asked the name of the town he was talking about a toll that's one example. very disappointing for the cost and what we experienced.

Response from Host, Oct 2025

Dear Client, The inclusions of the tour are clearly specified in the tour literature along with the stops we make. Therefore you were aware prior to buying the tour of what's included / what's not included in the tour rate. Stating it is expensive is not an objective observation as to comply with all the Italian laws for the safety of clients and drivers as well , there are many costs involved and I know these are not all observed by vendors of similar tours. This said , clients have always the choice to choose if the inclusions and rate asked is fine for them. About not understanding and be understood : I know that day you had our driver Carlo that always receives 5* star reviews and that is expert on the dolomites mountains. Therefore I can not comment on this language barrier ( if this comment came for a new driver, be reassured that we would perform our duly investigations ) . Yours sincerely Monica

Beautiful Dolomites!!

Natalie_A, Oct 2025

Must book this experience! It is absolutely beautiful and Carlo is great tour guide! He took us to the beat gelato place!

One of our best days ever!

Keith_H, Oct 2025

Thoroughly enjoyed our trip to the Dolomites with Max. Far exceeded our expectations. Max was very professional yet friendly and informative. He took us to the best spots for great photos. He made our day very special. Highly recommend this tour and Max!

Perfect Tour!

Soraya_S, Oct 2025

We had the most incredible day!!! The Dolomites, Cortina d'Ampezzo, Tre Cime Di Lavaredo views from Lake Antorno and Lago di Misurina were absolutely breathtaking! Fortunately, we had perfect weather and our tour guide, Marco, was amazing! Super friendly and knowledgeable! Plus, he knew all the perfect places to stop to take in the beauty, which allowed us to take some spectacular photos.

Majestic Mountains

Nadia_W, Oct 2025

A great way to see majestic mountains, beautiful little towns as well as very old chapels, churches and country homes.

Outstanding! What a...

goldgrabjudy, Oct 2025

Outstanding! What a spectacular part of the country. So happy we took the day to explore the Dolomites!

Great day in the Dolomites and surrounding area

Joy_S, Oct 2025

This is an amazing day out of Venice. Beautiful scenery and great stops to quaint little towns. Also time for some small hikes around a few lakes. Our guide Marco was amazing and very accommodating. It is a long day but absolutely worth it.

Great experience

Barb_K, Oct 2025

It's a long day in a comfortable van with some breathtaking views. We had a fantastic day. We'll worth the day we allotted for this adventure.

This day trip is...

Kevin_N, Oct 2025

This day trip is wonderful! Along with the tremendous scenery, our driver Marco was exceptional. He was very personable, humorous, and knowledgeable which made for an amazing experience.

Dolomites

Mary_W, Oct 2025

Great trip. The mountains and villages are beautiful.! Our guide Mac was informative and super nice!

Best tour guide

Queenie_W, Oct 2025

Carlo is super knowledgeable and professional. He took us to the best spots for photos. He is definitely our Mr Sunshine as the weather is absolutely wonderful. Thank you so much Carlo! The best tour guide!

Beautiful views.

BETTY_L, Oct 2025

Travel outside of Venice to see the Dolomite mountains. If you enjoy the beauty of creation, this is something to o see

Who is the BEST driver (some customers consider him family) in all of Italy…… Francesco!!!

Joshua_A, Oct 2025

This was a small group tour to Dolomite mountains, visiting three little towns and making multiple stops for pictures. The tour itself was a 8/10 rating, but our driver Francesco who was absolutely amazing and so friendly made it a 10/10. Not only did he make extra stops so that we could take pictures, he also took us to a fantastic gelato shop 8/10R (Gelateria Perin) in the small town of Longarone on the way back. Again, cannot say enough good things about Francesco!!! We even had a very rude guest with us who was constantly complaining, and Francesco acted as a perfect professional dealing with this unruly lady. In the small towns in the Dolomites are very German influenced, so it was almost like getting a taste of Austria. Highly recommend

The big dawg visits the big mountains.

Jake_G, Oct 2025

Why can you say about the Dolomites other than absolutely breath taking! If you are in Venice and want to get away from the crowds and the humidity do this tour! You certainly will not regret it! Our tour guide Carlo was amazing and knew all of the best spots for photos and food as well! Amazing!

Best trip ever!!!

Robin_A, Oct 2025

Our driver Francesco made this trip epic!!! Hands down we could not have asked for a better experience. With his professionalism, knowledge of the area, expert driving skills and care he showed us, we could not have asked for a better time. He treated us like family which made for a better experience. His personal touches and stories made the day even better. We could not recommend this tour enough to others. It is worth every penny spent. Having a guided like Francesco provided not only wonderful memories but we're are leaving Italy with our hearts full and a new found friend across the world. The beauty of the Dolomites with the lakes, rivers and surrounding mountain towns will forever be etched in our precious memories. We look forward to returning again. From seeing the monument of Italo Marchiony (the invertor of the ice cream cone), walking barefoot in the grass for some grounding with the most spactacular view, having a delicious lunch at Auronzo did Cadore and walking around the lake, going to the near top of the Dolomites, visiting Cortina or having the world's best Gelato at Gelateria Artigianale Perin. Seriously... This was the best tour of the trip!

Dolomites an unbelievable experience

Patricia_W, Oct 2025

Diego was an exceptional guide who made sure we saw all the unbelievable views of the mountain. He was entertaining and patient. We would highly recommend him.