---
title: "Dolomites Day Trip from Venice: Scenic Mountain Escape"
lang: en
type: tour
city: Venice
country: Italy
price: 159
currency: EUR
price_unit: per_person
availability: bookable
rating: 4.89
reviews: 228
duration_minutes: 540
languages: [en]
free_cancellation: "true"
guidekin_pick: Lake Misurina walk, viewpoints
rank_in_category: 6 of 10 (Day Trips from Venice)
schedule_checked: 2026-10-03
data_updated: 2026-10-12
canonical: https://guidekin.com/italy/venice/tours/dolomites-day-trip-from-venice-scenic-mountain-escape/
---

# Dolomites Day Trip from Venice: Scenic Mountain Escape

**Guidekin's take:** A long minivan day to Cortina d'Ampezzo with a walk around Lake Misurina and stops at panoramic viewpoints, driver and guide in one. Lunch is on you, children under six are not allowed, and it is a lot of road for the mountain hours. 4.89 from 228 reviews for 9h.

In our comparison: #6 of 10 in Day Trips from Venice, by rating weighted by review volume (table below).

## Overview

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.

## Before you book

- Meeting point: The meeting point is at Venice Piazzale…
- Starts 08:00: one departure a day
- Food not included: bring or buy your own
- Children from €159: ages 6 to 16

**Pickup:** No hotel pickup: everyone meets at the start point

## Key facts

- Price: from €159 per person
- Duration: 9h
- Rating: 4.89/5 from 228 reviews (collected from Guidekin & Viator & Tripadvisor)
- Free cancellation (see policy below)
- Operator: Bea Vita Tours
- Group: Shared tour
- Guide languages: English
- Start times: 08:00
- Booking: Instant confirmation, mobile ticket
- Price checked on Viator: 2026-10-03

## Reviews

4.89 from 228 ratings on Guidekin, Viator & Tripadvisor.
98% of ratings with a star breakdown are 4 or 5 stars: 223 of 228.

- 5 stars: 211 (93%)
- 4 stars: 12 (5%)
- 3 stars: 3 (1%)
- 2 stars: 1 (0%)
- 1 star: 1 (0%)

### What reviewers say

Reviewers praise the mountain scenery and lake walks; guiding varies, with some reporting little or no commentary.

**Praised:**
- Mountain and lake scenery with frequent opportunities for photos
- Friendly guides sharing local history and regional knowledge
- Time to walk around lakes and explore stops independently
- Flexible stops adapted to the group's interests
- Local restaurant and farm lunches praised for their food

**Complaints:**
- Some heard detailed commentary, while others received little or no information from the driver
- Some found the pace relaxed, while others wanted fewer stops and more time in Cortina
- Some felt restricted by the lunch venue and group dining arrangements

Written by Guidekin from the 100 most recent English reviews on Viator & Tripadvisor (2026-05-25 to 2026-10-03); last checked 2026-10-04.

## What's included

- English speaking Driver/Guide
- Air-conditioned vehicle

## Not included

- Lunch
- Soda/Pop

## Itinerary

1. **Pieve di Cadore** (30m) - Visit of the small village with views of Cadore valley.
2. **Lago di Auronzo** (30m) - Photo stop and walk on the dam and around the lake.
3. **Lago di Misurina** (2h) - Walk around the Lake with scenic views. Lunch.
4. **Cortina d'Ampezzo** (1h) - Visit of the famous mountain village that will host the 2026 Winter Olympics

## Schedule

- Runs: daily
- Departures: 08:00
- Schedule last checked: 2026-10-03
- These are published departures, not a live seat count; availability is confirmed at checkout.

## Cancellation

For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.

## Meeting point

The meeting point is at Venice Piazzale Roma, the car terminal of Venice, in the parking lot in front of the restaurant "Trattoria Al Vinatier", close to the public toilets.
Map: https://www.google.com/maps/place/?q=place_id:ChIJjZ7fALixfkcREd5FJl0ljOw

Ends: back at the meeting point

## Good to know

- Public transportation options are available nearby
- Not recommended for travelers with poor cardiovascular health
- Suitable for all physical fitness levels
- Children under 6 years are not allowed on this tour

## Compared with other Day Trips from Venice

| Tour | Price | Duration | Rating | Group |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| **This tour · #6 of 10** | €159 | 9h | 4.89 (228) | shared |
| [A Sparkling Day in the Prosecco Hills from Venice](/italy/venice/tours/a-sparkling-day-in-the-prosecco-hills-from-venice/?format=md) | €189 | 7h | 4.99 (587) | shared |
| [From Venice: Prosecco Wine Region Tour with 2 Tastings](/italy/venice/tours/from-venice-prosecco-wine-region-tour-with-2-tastings/?format=md) | €169 | 6h | 4.95 (393) | shared |
| [Exclusive Prosecco Wine Tour - from Venice](/italy/venice/tours/exclusive-prosecco-wine-tour-from-venice/?format=md) | €181 | 6h | 4.98 (216) | shared |

Ranked #6 of 10 in Day Trips from Venice by Guidekin score (rating weighted by review volume). Prices here run from €36 to €569, median €174; typical length 7h 30m. 1 of 10 are private. Figures are live from the tour cards; the rubric is our handpicked set, not the whole market.

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