Explore the exciting mountain roads of the Dolomites as you cycle from Munich to Venice.
This road biking adventure is a self-guided exploration of the incredible roads that wind through the Alps in Germany, Austria, and Italy. You’ll love riding the exciting mountain passes as you take in the amazing views of the legendary Dolomites!
The Munich to Venice Road Biking Tour spends each night at a different location, highlighting all the interesting cities and villages along your route. Your route takes you from the castles and charming villas of Bavaria, into the mountains, and then down into the Italian lowlands and winemaking region. Cracka bottle of Prosecco and toast to unbelievable mountain views! You’ll love that no two days will be the same on this epic cross-country ride!
Highlights of the Munich to Venice Road Biking Tour
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Munich to Venice Road Biking Tour Itinerary
Day 1 Arrive in Munich
Arrive in Munich anytime today. You’ll have the entire day free to explore the city and prepare your bike for your upcoming rides.
Overnight Location: Hotel in Munich
Distance: None
Meals: None
Day 2 Bavaria Cycling
Begin your first ride by cycling out of Munich towards Starnberg. Your route will take you past Lake Starnberger, beautiful villas, and castles. You’ll cycle through Bavaria and end the day in Bad Tölz. Despite its name, this city’s climate is celebrated as being exceptionally good for your health. See if that’s the case tonight!
Overnight Location: Hotel in Bad Tölz
Distance: 100km, 620m of ascent
Meals: Breakfast
Day 3 Lakeside Riding
Your ride today features the region’s beautiful lakes. After riding along Lake Tegernsee you’ll reach Lake Schliersee, which is the perfect place to stop for an afternoon picnic. You’ll begin cruising over bigger hills as you enter the mountainous region as you cross through Thierseetal and Marblinger Höhe.
Overnight Location: Hotel in Jenbach
Distance: 130km, 1430m of ascent
Meals: Breakfast
Day 4 Visit Innsbruck and Ride Brennero Pass
Cycle along the river from Jenbach towards Innsbruck. You may want to stop and spend some time exploring the fascinating capital city of Tyrol.
From Innsbruck, you’ll travel to the more challenging road to the Brennero Pass, which is the border between Austria and Italy. Enjoy the fantastic scenery as you reach the alpine plateau of Naz-Sciaves, and then on to Rio di Pusteria.
Overnight Location: Hotel in Mühlbach
Distance: 120km, 1500m of ascent
Meals: Breakfast
Day 5 Cycle Through the Dolomites
Today you’ll begin riding on a cycling path to Val Pusteria and then Vandoies. From here you’ll switch to the Sun Road, which will take you up through the forest to Terento and Falzes.
Today you’ll be rewarded with some spectacular views of the Dolomites along your route. Before you arrive in Hochpustertal, you may want to stop to visit the Messner Mountain Museum on Schloss Bruneck.
Overnight Location: Hotel in Hochpustertal
Distance: 80km, 2000m of ascent
Meals: Breakfast
Day 6 Discover Drei Zinnen and Cortina d’Ampezzo
Your journey today will be packed with incredible sights! As you leave Hochpustertal you’ll ride by Lake Toblacher and a World War I memorial cemetery. You won’t be riding long before the amazing peaks of Drei Zinnen (Three Peaks) will come into view.
Continue cycling through the incredible mountain scenery into Cortina d’Ampezzo, and then onwards to the Passo Tre Croci pass.
Overnight Location: Hotel in Pieve di Cadore
Distance: 85km, 1135m of ascent
Meals: Breakfast
Day 7 Descend Into Conegliano
Enjoy beginning your ride today on a new cycling path to Longarone. Your journey will bring you to the city of Belluno and then on to one of your last big climbs of the tour as your ride the ridge above Conegliano. Here you’ll find the birthplace of the celebrated sparkling wine Prosecco, and the home to an Enology school that keeps winemaking traditions alive.
Pop a bottle tonight to enjoy the region’s finest!
Overnight Location: Hotel in Conegliano
Distance: 95km, 1540m of ascent
Meals: Breakfast
Day 8 River Ride to Venice
Today will be a much gentler ride as you leave the Alps behind and cycle towards Treviso. You’ll notice the beautiful villas along your route as you head towards the River Sile. Continue cycling along the river until you arrive at the coast and ride into the Venice mainland.
Overnight Location: Hotel in Venice/Mestre
Distance: 85km, 290m of ascent
Meals: Breakfast
Day 9 Departure
Today your tour officially concludes after breakfast. You can book additional nights in Mestre if you wish to spend more time exploring Venice (which you probably will!).
Overnight Location: None
Distance: None
Meals: Breakfast
This self-guided tour is always run as a private tour for your group only. The prices below are per person.
2025 Departures
The departures are available every Friday and Saturday, from April 25th to August 8th and from August 19th to October 4th, 2025.
- Single room: from $1,825 USD*
- Sharing a double room: from $1,525 USD*
*-Pricing for this tour depends on the dates of your trip. Please click the booking button below to get the exact pricing for your trip dates.
Book NowAccommodation on Munich to Venice Road Biking Tour
This tour is based in hotels. Hotels on this trip are 3 or 4-star and offer comfortable welcoming rooms, with modern conveniences. Each hotel is situated in a city or town along your route and your luggage will be transported to your next location for the duration of your tour.
In some cases, the accommodation listed below may need to be substituted for other comparable accommodations.
Single Rooms and Solo Travellers
Rooms are double occupancy. If you prefer a single room, the requires supplement is included in the listed price. Solo travellers may be required to pay a supplement.
Hotels on Standard Tour
Hotel in Munich
Enjoy a stay in this well-loved German city with classic architecture and the mountains you’ll explore in the distance. Taverns, restaurants, and activities abound.
Hotel in Bad Tölz
Located in Bavaria, Bad Tölz will keep you entertained during your stay. Many great hikes await, or you can walk the city to browse shops, parks, fountains, and taverns.
Hotel in Jenbach
Explore Jenbach from the comfort of your accommodations.
Hotel in Mülbach
Halfway into the tour, rest up in a cozy hotel room for the next leg of your journey.
Hotel in Hochpustertal
Stay in this breathtaking town tucked in the Alps in the Puster Valley. Enjoy a comfortable room and wake up to the soft sounds of nature.
Hotel in Pieve di Cadore
This town is a natural gateway to the Dolomites. It’s set in absolutely stunning countryside with great grey peaks as a constant backdrop.
Hotel in Conegliano
Relax in this stunning town with ancient architecture and peaks in every direction. Prosecco production is rampant in this region, so treat yourself to a glass!
Hotel in Mestre (Venice Mainland)
Venice is calling, and you’ll be able to fall into bed at the end of an exciting day of cycling and touring here.
What’s Included in the Munich to Venice Road Biking Tour?
Meals
8 breakfasts are included.
Accommodations
Accommodations for 8 nights are included. Accommodations before the tour in Munich and after the tour in Mestre/Venice are not included but can be added as a supplement.
Transportation during the Tour
Transportation for your luggage is included throughout the tour. Airport transfers at the beginning and end of the tour are not included.
Also Included
- Pre-planned route
- Detailed documents, guides and route maps, and GPX tracks
- Emergency telephone support hotline for the duration of the tour
- Luggage transfer between hotels
Not included
- Flights
- Meals, drinks, or snacks not previously mentioned
- Tourist hotel tax, payable each night at hotel
- Gratuities for drivers, servers, or other staff if desired
- Travel insurance
- Visas if required
- Guide services
Optional Extras
- Additional nights before the tour in Munich
- Additional nights after the tour in Mestre/Venice
- Airport transfers
- Single occupancy upgrades
- Optional activities or excursions
- Road Bike Rental: Bianchi Intenso Carbon – Veloce/Shimano 105 10 V: $225 USD
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