Explore the Dolomites on a day trip from Venice. Visit Cortina d'Ampezzo, take a pleasant walk around Lake Misurina, and admire the scenery from panoramic viewpoints.

About this activity

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Duration 9 hours: Check availability to see starting times
Live tour guide: English
Small group: Limited to 8 participants

Highlighted reviews from other travelers

gabriella – Canada

The general Tour was very good, the places we visited were beautifull. I really liked the size of the group (max 8 people). Our driver, Francesco, was really good, his driving was on point and he was very accomodating.

Moe – United Kingdom

Francesco was a fantastic guide and took great care of us. You could see and feel how passionate he was about Dolomites and I thoroughly ended the tour.

Itinerary

Starting location:
Piazzale Roma
Van
(100 minutes)
Pieve di Cadore
Visit, Scenic views on the way (30 minutes)
Van
(20 minutes)
Auronzo Lake
Photo stop, Scenic views on the way (15 minutes)
Van
(30 minutes)
Lake Misurina
Visit, Lunch, Walk, Scenic views on the way (2.25 hours)
Van
(20 minutes)
Cortina d’Ampezzo
Visit, Shopping, Scenic views on the way (1 hour)
Van
(2.17 hours)
Arrive back at:
Piazzale Roma

Main stop

For reference only. Itineraries are subject to change.

Highlights

Take a picturesque day trip from Venice to the breathtaking Dolomites
Marvel at scenic locations, stunning lakes, and dramatic mountain peaks
Walk around Lake Misurina with exceptional views of the surroundings
Take memorable photos at the best viewpoints spots along the way
Visit Cortina, the village hosting the upcoming Olimpic Winter Games in 2026

Full description

Begin your Dolomites day tour by getting picked up at Venice's Piazzale Roma, the large square in the city center. Drive for about 90 minutes to your first stop at Pieve di Cadore, a charming historic town with a beautiful viewpoint overlooking the lake of Centro Cadore.

Then, go to Auronzo and enjoy a photo stop at the lake dam where you can sometimes see the water rushing through gates. Afterward, enjoy a long stop at Lake Misurina, also known as the “Pearl of the Dolomites”.

Walk around the gorgeous lake and have lunch at a restaurant serving local food. In the summer you can rent a small boat to get around the lake or ride the panoramic chairlift to the Col de Varda Viewpoint (not included).

Next, head to Cortina d'Ampezzo, the village that will host the next Olympic Winter Games in 2026. Have a walk through the most prestigious and well-known street of the Dolomites, the Corso Italia pedestrian area. Get dropped off back in Venice at the end of your tour.

Includes

English-speaking driver
Transportation in an air-conditioned minivan

Food and drinks
Chairlift ticket
Boat rental

Not suitable for

Children under 6 years
People with back problems
Wheelchair users

Meeting point

The meeting point is at Venice Piazzale Roma in the city center. Your guide will wait in the parking lot in front of the restaurant "Trattoria Al Vinatier", close to the public toilets. They will be holding a sign with "Dolomites Tour" written on it.

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Important information

What to bring

Comfortable shoes
Warm clothing

Not allowed

Pets
Luggage or large bags
Food in the vehicle
Alcoholic drinks in the vehicle

Know before you go

Misurina chair lift and boat rental available only from June through September
Luggage or large bags are accepted only if requested beforehand

Customer reviews

Overall rating

4.8 /5

based on 232 reviews

Review summary

Guide
5/5
Transportation
4.9/5
Value for money
4.7/5

Customer photos

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Brilliant trip, very well planned and we saw some amazing views! Our driver was great and informative, loved every moment! Definitely recommend

From Venice: Dolomites Day Trip