From Venice: Dolomites and Lake Braies Day Trip by Minivan

Duration

9 hours

Live tour guide

English, Italian

Discover the breathtaking Dolomites Mountain range on this day trip from Venice. Admire the peaks of Tre Cime di Lavaredo and the sparkling waters of Lake Misurina and Lake Braies.

Highlights

  • Be captivated by the facinating peaks in the Dolomites Mountain Range
  • Marvel at the turquoise waters of biggest lake in the Dolomites, lake Braies
  • Spend free time exploring the famed Cortina d’Ampezzo resort town
  • Capture pictures of the Tre Cime di Lavaredo peaks at Refuge Auronzo
  • Have free time to visit a café or for a walk along the banks of Lake Braies

Full description

Experience the craggy beauty of the uniquely-shaped Dolmites on this day trip from Venice. Visit the Cortina d’Ampezzo ski resort that will host the Olympics in 2026 and the Rifugio Auronzo ** (from mid-May to mid-October) which is at an altitude of 2333 meters. ** During the winter it is possible to get on a snowmobile to take some photos up to 2333 meters above sea level. and then go back down by snowmobile or sled (total one-way journey approximately 7 km) – additional cost to pay in loco € 35,00 Hop aboard a comfortable and spacious minivan for the scenic drive from Venice. Stop at Cortina d’Ampezzo here you can capture pictures at this renowned winder and summer resort which hosted the 1956 Winter Olympics. Have some free time to go for a stroll in this charming town. Head to Lake Braies where you can go for a walk around the lake or sit in one of the lakeside cafes and enjoy the magnificent view. Continue to the Refuge Auronzo for spectacular views of the peaks of Tre Cime di Lavaredo and valleys. Return to your meeting point in Venice at the end of your tour.

Meeting point

Meet your guide in front of the green taxi service booth (not for water taxi) near Hotel Santa Chiara in Piazzale Roma bus station ( 45.438231, 12.319400 ) show up 5 minutes before the tour departure 07.50 am – maximum scheduled departure 08.00 am We will get back aroung 05.30 – 06.00 pm.

Important information

What to bring

  • Water
  • Camera
  • Comfortable shoes
  • Jacket
  • Comfortable cloth

Not allowed

  • Pets

Know before you go

  • This tour starts at 07:50 AM and returns to Venice at 5:30-6:00 PM (depending on the road traffic)
  • The optional snowmobile ride takes approximately 30 minutes and covers a distance of 7km to reach an altitude of 2,333mt (7.600 ft)
  • The snowmobile ride is available from December 6th to the end of March
  • Please advise in advance if you want to make use of the snowmobile option by adding a note at checkout

Included/Excluded

  • Driver-escort
  • Transportation by Mercedes minivan (or similar make)
  • Lake Braies entry fees
  • Rifugio Auronzo entry fees (from mid-May to mid-October)
  • Free time
  • Food and drinks
  • Ticket for the snowmobile to Monte Piana (€25 to pay on the day of the tour)
  • Not suitable for Wheelchair users
  • Not suitable for People with mobility impairments
  • Not suitable for Babies under 1 year

Tour Plan

Starting location: Piazzale Roma
Van (2 hours)
Pragser Wildsee Free time, Sightseeing, Walk, Scenic views on the way (2 hours)
Van (45 minutes)
Rifugio Angelo Bosi al Monte Piana Photo stop, Snowmobile ride (1 hour) Optional, Extra fee
Van (15 minutes)
Lake Misurina Photo stop (10 minutes)
Van (2.5 hours)
Arrive back at: Piazzale Roma

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