Signature itinerary
Grand Tour of the Dolomites
Cortina, Alta Badia, Madonna di Campiglio
Six days across the most iconic Dolomite passes, from Cortina to Brenta. This itinerary is built for drivers: hairpins and 2,000-metre vistas. One single vehicle for all six days, chosen for the season: a Land Rover Defender 110 or a Range Rover Sport, and for those coming mainly to drive, a Porsche 911 Carrera in the snow-free months.
Day 1
Arrival in Venice, transfer to Cortina
Delivery at Marco Polo airport, briefing and scenic drive to Cortina d'Ampezzo (2h30).
Driving notes: Venice to Cortina is two and a half hours of easy road, the last part climbing. The stage where you learn how the car holds the hairpins.
Day 2
Passo Giau and Passo Falzarego
Classic eastern Dolomite loop with photo stops at Lago di Sorapis and Rifugio Lagazuoi.
Driving notes: Giau and Falzarego are the most photographed hairpins in the Dolomites and full of motorbikes in summer. Set off early, while the road is still empty.
Day 3
Cortina to Alta Badia
Transfer via Passo Falzarego and Passo Valparola to San Cassiano.
Driving notes: Falzarego and Valparola are wide, well-kept passes, but you stop constantly for photos: allow more time than expected.
Day 4
Sellaronda by car
The four-pass loop (Pordoi, Sella, Gardena, Campolongo) in a day. Lunch at a mountain hut along the way.
Driving notes: The four-pass loop is a full day of consecutive hairpins. Doing it anticlockwise keeps the sun on the right side in the afternoon.
Day 5
Alta Badia to Madonna di Campiglio
Transfer via Passo Costalunga and Passo Rolle. Afternoon arrival in Campiglio.
Driving notes: Costalunga and Rolle are long and even, with extended descents: use the gears instead of the brakes.
Day 6
Brenta and return to Venice or Milan
Morning in the Brenta group, quick lunch and return to either Venice or Milan Linate airport.
Driving notes: Last stage with luggage, and the airport choice changes the route: Venice is shorter, Milan flows better.
FAQ
Which car for alpine passes?
The vehicle is a single one for the whole itinerary. For comfort and luggage, a Land Rover Defender 110 or a Range Rover Sport; for pure driving, a Porsche 911 Carrera. In winter always a 4x4.
Are snow chains needed?
From November to April, yes. Your advisor checks with the rental partner that the vehicle is equipped before delivery.
Can I run the itinerary in reverse from Milan?
Yes. Delivery in Milan Linate, return in Venice or vice versa, with no one-way surcharge on main Italian routes.
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