eMTB DOLOMITES

DEtails:

2024 DATES: August 25-September 1, 2024 (SOLD OUT) | September 1-8, 2024 (SOLD OUT) | September 8-15, 2024 (SOLD OUT)

Duration: 7 Nights, 8 Days

Joining In: Munich, Germany

Land Cost: $3595 USD/person | Currency Conversion

Single room supplement: $200 *only available two nights

Activity Level: Intermediate+ | more info »

Trip Highlights:

1. Watching alpenglow colours dance across the beautiful rocky spires of the Dolomites while sipping a glass of Barolo on the deck of an alpine hut.
2. Riding past remnants of World War I and learning about the incredible war waged between the Italian and Austro-Hungarian armies in the Dolomites.
3. Transitioning from a rocky alpine trail into the sub-alpine and eventually into the forest and feeling your tires grab dirt.
4. Learning to appreciate (and love!) riding an e-bike in a region that’s close to perfect for these pedal-assist bikes.
5. Stopping for a hand-made pasta lunch at a small family-run restaurant high in the mountains and ending your meal with a perfect espresso.

WHAT’S INCLUDED?

• Expert local leadership for six days of riding.
• Two nights hotel accommodation, five nights comfortable alpine huts.
• Airport transfers from/to Munich on scheduled days only.
• All breakfasts & five dinners.
• All ride day transportation & lift passes.
• High-performance eMTB rental.
• Detailed pre-departure information.

WHAT’S NOT INCLUDED?

• All lunches, two dinners, ride snacks & extras like coffee & alcohol.
• International airfare; personal travel and medical insurance.
• Required equipment for riding: helmet, backpack, pedals, shoes, etc.
• Mandatory personal travel and medical insurance.
• Optional tipping to guides.

Bike and equipment

We know that quality eMTB’s and components are paramount. We take the time to ensure that our rental bikes are inspected, well-maintained and have appropriate tires, brakes, extra parts and more. We will communicate all aspects of the bike to riders prior to the trip. A 20L backpack is recommended for big days in the mountains.

ACTIVITY LEVEL

The minimum technical ability required for E-MTB Dolomites is Interme- diate+. This trip is suitable if you have been riding consistently for three to four years and are confident on most types of singletrack and conditions. Expect long descents with a variety of features. This trip is a Level 3/6 for fitness. The accumulation of multiple long days of riding will add up, as it is on all of our trips the fitter you are, the more fun you’ll have.

THE RIDING

The singletrack trails are old hiking paths and are linked by sections of grav- el roads and doubletrack. Trail surfaces are generally dry with fixed and loose rocks, with some rock gardens and some flowy dirt in lower sections. Expect some exposure at times, mostly open alpine riding and some forest- ed sections in lower valleys. Rides are most often accessed by lifts.

LODGING AND CUISINE

On this adventure we spend five nights at alpine rifugios where you will not have your luggage; you will see your luggage once during this time to replenish and two of these nights have clothes-washing services. Two nights on either end are at a four-star hotel in Val Gardena. The cuisine on this trip is typical of northern Italy, delicious. Please notify Big Mountain Bike Adventures if you have any special dietary needs.

CLIMATE

In big mountains, weather can change quickly and drastically – it could be 30 degrees Celsius one day and then freezing on a mountaintop the next day. Summertime in the Dolomites are typically beautiful, however it can rain and sometimes even snow, so we have to be prepared for all types of weather conditions.

YOUR SAFETY

Our trips take place in remote regions with limited evacuation options available. Our guides have basic first aid training, if a serious injury is suspected they will call helicopter search and rescue at the cost of the participant. Personal medical travel insurance is mandatory for all riders. If you choose to participate in our trips it is up to you to ride well within your limits, to ride conservatively, to walk sections if needed and to be safe as mountain biking is a dangerous sport. There are always risks and hazards on all trails that we ride. It is your responsibility to inspect your bike or rental bike daily and keep it in excellent condition. Helmets are mandatory and alcohol and drugs are not permitted while riding your bike.

THE NEXT STEPS

Please read and understand our Terms and Conditions and our Waiver. Then, email or call us to make sure that your desired departure is confirmed and there’s still space available. We’ll then send you a short Rider Questionnaire to learn about your riding experience and ensure that you are suitable for the trip. The last step is to complete our secure online Registration Form and pay your 25% deposit, and we’ll send you detailed Trip Preparation Guide that includes steps on preparing for your adventure.