Dolomites Day Trip from Venice - Cortina d'Ampezzo, Lake Misurina & Lake Auronzo

Leave Venice
for the Dolomite mountains

In the morning, set off from Tronchetto in Venice by coach with an English-speaking guide. After about 1 hour 30 minutes along scenic roads, take a 20-minute break at a local café. The whole tour lasts about 10 hours.

Stroll around Olympic host Cortina d'Ampezzo

Arrive in Cortina d'Ampezzo, a mountain resort town loved by sports and nature lovers. As host of the 2026 Winter Olympics, it offers about 70 minutes to stroll the Corso Italia pedestrian area, the most famous street in the Dolomites, and enjoy shopping or free time.

Admire Dolomite peaks at Lake Misurina

Drive the panoramic Passo Tre Croci road to Lake Misurina, where you'll stay for about 2 hours. Walk along the lakeshore and enjoy lunch at a restaurant serving local food (meals not included). From the lake you can see the Dolomites' signature peaks and the Tre Cime di Lavaredo (Three Peaks of Lavaredo). In summer you can also rent a small boat or ride the chairlift up to the Col de Varda viewpoint (extra charge).

Stop at Lake Auronzo for photos

On the way back, stop at Lake Auronzo for about 40 minutes. You can walk on the dam, and sometimes see water pouring out when the floodgates open. Return to the starting point in Venice in the evening to end the tour.

※ The Misurina chairlift and boat rental are only available from mid-June to mid-September.
※ The tour runs in all weather, and views may be limited in bad weather.
※ The itinerary may change depending on local conditions.