This tour will take you to one of the most spectacular rocky scenery in the world.
In a couple of hours’ drive we’ll pass from Venice lagoon and flat countryside to a typical Alpine landscape made of woods, lakes and cottages. Cortina, which in 2026 will house the World Ski Championship, is called the “Pearl of the Dolomites” because it is surrounded by a crown of high peaks. We are in the Cadore area, the woods of the Serenissima: Venice foundations, boats and palaces were built thanks to the local timber.

A nice drive

The drive to Cortina lasts a couple of hours and is the occasion for interesting stops, not only to stretch our legs but also to breath some fresh air and enjoy a view. On the way we’ll stop by Santa Croce lake for a coffee. Longarone is a village that in 1963 was completely destroyed when a landslide caused the local dam to overflow.
Pieve di Cadore is famous for spectacles manufacturing. This centre gave also birth to one of the greatest painters in XVI century: Titian.

Cortina

In Cortina we’ll stop in front the old ski jump and I’ll take you to the Olympic Ice Stadium built in 1956. From the city centre it is possible to reach high peaks thanks to a panoramic cableway (tickets not included in the cost of the tour)
This village counts just with 5000 inhabitants but is one of the most popular ski resorts of Italy during the wintertime. In the summer Cortina offers a refreshing escape from the warm and congested towns. It has always been a high-end destination and the evening “struscio”, the walk along the main street, is the occasion for expensive shopping.

Practical information

This tour is perfect for everyone, adults and children. Since part of the driving is on a mountain road, we suggest people who get carsick to take a tablet.
The tour is operated every day with departure not later than 8,30 am.
Tour length: 10 hours
Difficulty level: low
Since we pass from the sea to the mountain, the weather/temperature might change. We suggest to carry a jacket and wear comfortable shoes
The cost of the tour includes private guide and driver. I will put you in contact with our driver for a direct payment by credit card. 

The cost of the tour does not include entrances, lunch and any personal expenses