Overview

Your Trek Travel guides will meet you at Belluno train station at 9:00 AM. After a one-hour shuttle to the picturesque town of Alleghe, you’ll be fitted to your Trek Domane and briefed on safety and local riding tips. Fuel up with an espresso then set out on your first warm-up ride in the valley to Caprile before tackling a scenic six-mile (10 km) switchback to Arabba. Continue up the backside of Passo Campolongo and enjoy a casual lunch at a restaurant on the summit. A stunning descent then takes you into Corvara to check in at Posta Zirm, your home for the week. Stroll the village before gathering at the hotel for drinks and introductions, then enjoy a dinner of regional Italian cucina to fuel tomorrow’s ride.

Overview

After a hearty breakfast, set out for one of the Dolomites’ most scenic loops. Start with a climb over Passo Campolongo, descend into Arabba, and ride 12 miles (20 km) of rolling terrain to the base of Passo Giau. This six-mile (10 km) ascent averages 9% and leads to a sweeping descent and a well-earned lunch at a cozy mountain lodge surrounded by towering peaks. Next, tackle Passo Falzarego—famous for the 1946 Giro d’Italia duel between Fausto Coppi and Gino Bartali—then push on to reach Passo Valparola at 7,113 feet (2,168 m), where dense woodland gives way to rocky alpine terrain. Coast back to Corvara to relax, perhaps in the spa, before a memorable dinner of authentic Ladin cuisine in a cozy underground cellar decorated in traditional Tyrolean style.

Overview

Today you’ll see the quiet town of Corvara transform as thousands of international cyclists arrive for the annual Maratona dles Dolomites, Italy’s most prestigious amateur cycling event, turning the village and Badia Valley into a vibrant hub for the cycling community. After a relaxed breakfast, we’ll stretch our legs with a gentle spin over the Campolongo Pass before heading to the Maratona Village and registration area to collect race numbers. Be sure to spend some time exploring the Expo as well, where you'll find the latest cycling gear and plenty of special offers. Feel free to shape the day as you wish—take a stroll through town, ride the gondola next to the hotel for a hike on the Pralongià Plateau, or relax in the spa. Enjoy lunch of your choice, either at the hotel or in town where you can soak in the lively pre-race buzz. This evening, gather at the hotel for drinks as your guides present the three Maratona courses and review the support plan, followed by a hearty, carb-loaded dinner at the hotel to fuel tomorrow’s big challenge.

Overview

Are you ready for an unforgettable challenge? After an early breakfast at 4:30 AM, roll out from the hotel by 5:30 and ride just 5K to the start area. You’ll join 9,000 fellow cyclists, released in numbered waves that stagger the start, with TV helicopters hovering overhead and adding to the excitement. After days of riding and preparing on all the Maratona routes, you’ll put your training to the test on the same epic climbs and sweeping vistas, with feed stations along the way to refuel and share stories. Trek Travel guides ride with you—one on the middle course, one on the long course, and one sweeping the ride—offering support, encouragement, and route guidance. Long-course riders can expect a full day of demanding riding with official time cutoffs along the way. After crossing the finish, take a short ride back to the hotel. You can then walk to the post-race pasta party with all race participants or stay at the hotel to relax and enjoy lunch at your leisure. In the evening, gather for a celebratory dinner at the hotel, where fine cuisine meets the warmth of mountain tradition.

Please note: For additional details about the Race Day Logistics & Timing, please also see Know Before You Go.

Overview

After enjoying a bountiful mountain breakfast, take a leisurely morning at the hotel or explore town with a visit to a café or some shopping. After bidding farewell to your guides at the hotel you'll take a 10:00 AM shuttle to Belluno, arriving at approximately 11:45 AM. Trains run frequently from Belluno to Venice, with easy connections to all major Italian cities. Please do not book train transportation before 12:30 PM. For further details, refer to our Arrival/Departure information above.