From Bolzano: Private Day Tour by car: The Heart of the Eastern Dolomites
Overview
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8 hours
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Daily tour of a total of 280 km through the breathtaking Dolomites, one of the most beautiful and unique alpine regions in the world, a masterpiece of the nature included in the UNESCO World Heritage list in 2009. From Bolzano to Cortina d'Ampezzo on the spectacular “Great Dolomites Road”. Next we take you to admire the symbol of the Dolomites, the Three Peaks of Lavaredo. Short stop also in Cortina d’Ampezzo, site of the Winter Olympic Games in 1956 and great ending with the most famous lake in the Dolomites, the Braies Lake.
Additional Info
Public transportation options are available nearby
Specialized infant seats are available
Not recommended for travelers with poor cardiovascular health
Suitable for all physical fitness levels
A minimum of 2 people per booking is required
What To Expect
Gardena Pass
We drive north through the Isarco Valley and then east along the famous Gardena Valley until we reach the famous Gardena Pass (2,136 m above sea level) where we will stop to admire the fantastic view of both Badia Valley and Sassolungo.
Corvara in Badia
We descend into the Badia Valley and climb again until we reach the Valparola and Falzarego Passes through which we enter the eastern Dolomites.
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From Bolzano: Private Day Tour by car: The Heart of the Eastern Dolomites
Pickup included
What‘s Included
Hotel drop-off
Bottled water
All taxes, fees and handling charges
Driver/guide
Hotel pickup
Food and drinks
Pickup points
Select a pickup point
Cancellation Policy
For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.
Reviews
33 reviews
Total reviews and rating from Viator & Tripadvisor
Exceptional tour and experience
SydS69,May 26, 2026
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00Alessandro was an excellent guide on our tour. I’d highly recommend him and his services to anyone who wants a top notch experience. He showed us all the highlights of the Dolomites. He was very flexible if we wanted to stay shorter or longer at any one location. He was very know and provided great insight at each location. You can’t go wrong with any of his tours.
Absolutely fabulous!
kitkatkate2025,Dec 27, 2025
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00My family of 6 had a wonderful day with Alex exploring the Dolomites on Christmas Day. I emailed him through his website and he was responsive to all my questions. Alex was friendly, very knowledgable about the area and accomodating to our requests. We felt at ease in his company and didn’t feel rushed at all during the day. We highly recommend Alex and the Heart of the Eastern Dolomites tour. It truly was a winter wonderland with fresh snow having fallen the day before. We will be back for sure to visit in the spring!
Great tour, for a better Experience, highly recommended
856jeffersonl,Dec 21, 2025
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00We had a great time taking this one-day tour with Alessandro. He was super knowledgeable (not just about the Dolomites), great driving skills (stable but also never late), he knows where he is going. We checked all the places we intended to go to, and was able to even be back on time. Oh and I highly recommend the Private day tour in the Eastern Dolomites, because it gives you the flexibility, and you can relax and not to be rushed through (if you are with a big bus tour group), since Alessandro knows what he is doing, we get to actually see the mountains at ease. The Eastern Dolomites are beautiful and the three peaks (an Unesco site) is a must see when you are in the region. Again, we highly recommend taking this private day tour in the Eatern Dolomites.
“Two Years, Two Trips — and Endless Memories”
santicD2027RA,Oct 4, 2025
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00It’s hard to believe that it has already been two years since I first met my guide, Alessandro, and discovered, through his expertise, the breathtaking beauty of the Dolomites—truly one of the best experiences of my life. I don’t even know how I first came across him, but reaching out was one of the greatest choices I’ve ever made. He opened a world to me that will always remain close to my heart, and for that, I am deeply grateful. In 2024, we explored the western side of the Dolomites, and in 2025, the eastern side—and both journeys were simply unforgettable. Each time, Alessondro's deep knowledge, genuine care, and ability to tailor the trip to my personal interests made every moment feel special, comforting, and uplifting. From stunning mountain passes to peaceful lakeside stops, every detail was thoughtfully planned and effortlessly executed. If you want to truly experience the Dolomites rather than just see them, I cannot recommend Alessandro highly enough. These trips have given me memories I will treasure for a lifetime.
Fantastic excursion to highlights of the Dolomites
B0shes,Jun 16, 2025
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00Alessandro is a knowledgeable and patient guide. He was able to field a variety of question from our party re: history, language, and culture. He is incredibly familiar with the Dolomites and can very effectively advise as to time and travel requirements at different seasons or times of day. He is flexible and accommodating to reasonable deviations to proposed itineraries (and he made sure we made it to Bolzano in time for our Vögele reservation). A clean van with cool A/C provided for a comfortable trip, and a great guide provided for unforgettable memories of some of the most beautiful sites I’ve ever experienced. I hope to one day return and complete the Western Dolomites. Perhaps I’ll have learned enough Italian to have read and discuss I Prossime Spossi.
Very personal and special tour in the dolomites
Susan J,Jun 28, 2024
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00We can’t say enough good things about our tour with Alessandro in the dolomites. He did an exceptional job showing us this magnificent part of northern Italy. It was not easy for him that day because the weather was a bit rainy, so some sites were not as visible as we all would’ve liked. But he made up for this with all of his interesting stories, Friendly personality, beautiful towns, and magnificent lakes. It was also easy to reserve the trip with him online, and our correspondence was excellent.
A truly amazing experience with a great guide & driver
Q5200GQannettem,Jun 21, 2024
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00We recently enjoyed a full day excursion from Bolzano up into the magnificent Dolomites. Our guide & driver Alessandro Scacchetti collected us at our front door at 8.30am and delivered us safely back after 5.00 pm. He tailored the tour to suit the changing weather of the day and in doing so we were blessed with some extraordinary views. Alessandro is passionate and knowledgeable and a local of Bolzano and we were privileged to be in his company. We highly recommend Alessandro and the excellent service he provides.
Enchanting place to base a trip to Dolomites
neil2252014,May 17, 2024
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00Bolzano must be one of the most under rated places in Italy as a tourist destination. It is the listed as the gateway to the Dolomites and certainly lives up to that tag. The town is enchanting and is a natural hub to all the Dolomites have to offer. Bus system is great and enables visits to nearby destinations with ease. There is plenty to see and do - I am talking about hiking and sight seeing v skiing. Plenty to do.
A fantastic trip
C C,Nov 27, 2023
- Review from Viator
5.00My tour guide, Alex, is fantastic. His travel plan is well executed. He patiently explains to us different scenes. We even talk about a bit history, culture and Italian opera. We very much enjoy this daily trip!
Spectacular views
BarbaraMay B,Oct 18, 2023
- Review from Viator
5.00I have travelled to many countries and the Dolomites area probably has one of the most awesome sceneries.
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