By Edoardo · LikeGarda, Garda
The Dolomites are a UNESCO World Heritage site and one of the most beautiful mountain ranges in Europe. From Lake Garda they fit into one long day, as long as you are ready for an early start and some hours on the road. Here is what the day looks like.
What you see
Our day trip leaves from your pick-up point with a tour guide on board. Around midday it reaches Pordoi Pass, at 2,239 metres, with time for lunch and the views of the peaks of Marmolada, Sella and Catinaccio. From the pass a cable car climbs to Sass Pordoi; it is optional, not included, about €28 paid on the spot. In the afternoon the coach stops in Ortisei, in Val Gardena, the village known for its wood carvings, before the return to the lake in the evening.
On your own or with a coach
Driving yourself gives you complete freedom over stops and times. It is also a long day at the wheel, with mountain roads, passes and parking to think about. On the coach someone else drives, the guide tells you what you are looking at, and you can simply enjoy the view.
What to bring
- A warm layer, even in summer: at the pass it is much cooler than on the lake.
- Comfortable walking shoes.
- Some cash, if you would like to take the cable car.
The trip is not recommended for people with heart conditions, and it is not suitable for pregnant travellers or infants, because of the altitude and the length of the day.
Our day tripDolomites Full-day Tour from Lake Garda
Quick answers
How long is the Dolomites day trip from Lake Garda?
About 11 hours from your pick-up point, with Pordoi Pass and the village of Ortisei.
Is the Pordoi cable car included?
No: it is optional and paid on the spot, about €28.
What should I wear in the Dolomites?
A warm layer and comfortable walking shoes, even in summer.
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Checked in November 2026. Prices and rules change from season to season: the official pages always have the last word.
Written by Edoardo with research support.