--- title: Small Group Dolomites and Cortina Tour from Venice lang: en type: tour city: Venice country: Italy price: 185 currency: EUR price_unit: per_person availability: bookable rating: 4.65 reviews: 1554 duration_minutes: 600 languages: [en] free_cancellation: true guidekin_pick: Shared or private Dolomites rank_in_category: 9 of 10 (Day Trips from Venice) schedule_checked: 2026-09-22 data_updated: 2026-09-25 canonical: https://guidekin.com/italy/venice/tours/small-group-dolomites-and-cortina-tour-from-venice/ --- # Small Group Dolomites and Cortina Tour from Venice **Guidekin's take:** A full day in the Dolomites in an eight seat minivan with a driver guide: Lake Misurina, viewpoints of the Tre Cime di Lavaredo, an easy nature walk and free time in Cortina. Lunch is at your own expense, the Tre Cime foothills are reachable only in season and fair weather, and hotel pickup is not included. 4.65 from 1554 reviews for 10h. ## Overview Escape the city and spend a day in the Dolomite Mountains on a full-day trip from Venice! With an expert driver-guide to tell you all about the region, you’ll see one of the area’s finest lake, Lake Misurina, headed up by the heart-stopping Tre Cime di Lavaredo peaks from various viewpoints. Enjoy lunch in a traditional ‘trattoria’ (own expense), soak up the scenery on a bracing mountain walk, and then enjoy free time to explore the chic ski resort town of Cortina d’Ampezzo. In winter months the Dolomites Day tour from Venice will feature Cortina, the picturesque Braies Lake and San Candido, one of the most beautiful South Tyrolean villages in the Dolomites. Numbers are limited to 8 on this small-group tour, ensuring you’ll see the best of the Dolomites with personalized attention from your driver-tour escort. ## Before you book - Meeting point: IF YOU’RE COMING BY PEOPLE MOVER, - Starts 08:00, 08:20, 08:30: 3 departures a day - Food not included: Food and drink, unless specified - Strollers OK: infants accepted - Age rule: Specialized infant seats are available ## Key facts - Price: from €185 per person - Duration: 10h - Rating: 4.65/5 from 1554 reviews (collected from Guidekin & Viator & Tripadvisor) - Free cancellation (see policy below) - Recommended by 91% of travellers (share of four- and five-star reviews) - Operator: Avventure Bellissime ## Tour options Prices are the operator's current list price for two travellers (whole euros); options sold only to bigger parties say so; pick the option on the booking page. | Option | Price | Guide languages | Details | |---|---|---|---| | Small Group Tour | €185 / person | English | - | | Private Dolomites Tour Option | €600 / person (for 2+ people) | English | Private Tour: Private tour conducted exclusively for you, your family and friends. Tour in English, other languages on request! | ## What's included - Luxurious Mercedes Black 8 pax Minivan - Easy self-guided nature walk (optional) - English speaking driver guide (a driver that gives general information about the areas visited ) ## Not included - Gratuities - Hotel pickup and drop-off - Food and drink, unless specified ## Itinerary 1. **Cortina d'Ampezzo** (1h) - Summer and Winter Enjoy free time in Cortina d’Ampezzo, one of the most famous mountain resorts in the Italian Dolomites. Stroll through the elegant town centre, browse local shops and cafés, and admire the dramatic mountain peaks surrounding this iconic alpine destination.... 2. **Tre Cime Di Lavaredo** (1h) - Summer and Winter Admire spectacular views of the Tre Cime di Lavaredo, one of the most iconic landmarks of the Italian Dolomites, from Lake Antorno and other scenic viewpoints along the route. Enjoy memorable photo opportunities surrounded by dramatic peaks and beautiful... 3. **Lago di Misurina** (2h) - During the summer months, enjoy ample free time at Lake Misurina for an easy lakeside walk, beautiful Dolomites views and a leisurely lunch. For a more active experience, you may also take the Col de Varda chairlift and enjoy scenic hiking opportunities surrounded by... 4. **Auronzo di Cadore** (20m) - In Summer months Enjoy an easy lakeside walk at Lake Auronzo, surrounded by panoramic views of the Dolomites and peaceful alpine scenery. Take time to relax by the water and enjoy a local gelato stop before continuing your journey through the mountains. 5. **Belluno Dolomites** (pass by, no stop) - Summer and Winter As you travel between the highlights of the Dolomites, enjoy ever-changing views of some of the region’s most iconic peaks, including Tre Cime di Lavaredo, Cristallo, Sorapis, Tofane and the Sella massif. In summer, admire turquoise alpine lakes, green... 6. **Lago di Braies** (1h; admission included) - During the winter months, visit Lake Braies, one of the most iconic alpine lakes in the Dolomites. Admire its peaceful snow-covered setting, dramatic mountain backdrop and beautiful winter scenery, with time for photos and a short lakeside walk where conditions permit 7. **San Candido** (1h) - During the winter months, visit Lake Braies, one of the most iconic alpine lakes in the Dolomites. Admire its peaceful snow-covered setting, dramatic mountain backdrop and beautiful winter scenery, with time for photos and a short lakeside walk where conditions permit ## Schedule - Runs: daily - Departures: 08:00, 08:20, 08:30 - Schedule last checked: 2026-09-22 - 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 IF YOU’RE COMING BY PEOPLE MOVER, AT THE EXIT TAKE YOUR LEFT AND FOLLOW INDICATIONS TO WATERBUS N 2 LANDING - You meet the Driver outside Vaporetto landing line #2 in front of Re Mida Cafe'. Please arrive 15 minutes prior to departure. Are you delayed? ## Good to know - Public transportation options are available nearby - Specialized infant seats are available - Not recommended for travelers with spinal injuries - Not recommended for travelers with poor cardiovascular health - Suitable for all physical fitness levels - The visit to the foothills of Tre Cime di Lavaredo is seasonal (end of May to October) subject to weather conditions. When it is not possible to access it, you will spend more time in Cortina instead - Operates in all weather conditions, please dress appropriately - Children must be accompanied by an adult - Infant seats are available on request if advised at time of booking (children who are under 36 kg/97 pounds or 150 cm/4ft 9 in,must use proper child restraints). We reserve the right to refuse infants or children if we are not notified at the time of the booking and if the car seats brought do not comply with requirements by Italian law. - At time of booking, Cruise ship passengers must provide the following information at time of booking: ship name, docking time, disembarkation time and re-boarding time - Minimum numbers apply. There is a possibility of cancellation after confirmation if there is not enough passengers to meet requirements. In the event of this occurring, you will be offered an alternative or full refund - IIn winter months this tour will feature San Candido and Lake Braies instead of Tre Cime di Lavaredo and Lake Misurina. - All passengers pay the same rate irrespectively from their age - On certain dates, most travelers staying outside of Venice who are planning to visit for the day will be required to pay a €5 access fee. For further details (including exemptions) and to learn what days this fee is applicable, please visit: https://cda.ve.it - Due to safety reasons, Avventure Bellissime reserves the right to decline embarkation on the tour of children that have not been notified/registered during the reservation. NO refund is due in this situation. ## Compared with other Day Trips from Venice | Tour | Price | Duration | Rating | Group | |---|---|---|---|---| | **This tour · #9 of 10** | €185 | 10h | 4.65 (1554) | 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 (578) | 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 (392) | shared | | [Exclusive Prosecco Wine Tour - from Venice](/italy/venice/tours/exclusive-prosecco-wine-tour-from-venice/?format=md) | €160 | 6h | 4.98 (215) | shared | Ranked #9 of 10 in Day Trips from Venice by Guidekin score (rating weighted by review volume). Prices here run from €36 to €569, median €165; typical length 7h 30m. 1 of 10 are private. 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