1-Day Dolomites Alpine Lakes Tour from Venice with Lake Braies
About This Tour
Discover some of the Dolomites' most beautiful alpine lakes on this full-day journey from Venice. Travel through charming mountain villages to Lake Auronzo, Lak...
Duration: 1 Day · Tour type: Private · Activity level: Easy · Accommodation: Not included · Transport: Not included · Wheelchair access: Yes · Cities: Venice, Tre Cime di Lavaredo, Lake Misurina, Dolomites · Languages: English
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What's Included
- The cost of the tour
- Fuel and highway tolls
- Parking fees
- Bottled water
- Snacks
- An audio guide
Not Included
- Lunch is not included.
Itinerary
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1Day 01
Alpine Lakes and Tre Cime Views in the Dolomites
Our first stop of the day, after nearly 2 hours crossing charming mountain villages, will be a brief 30-minute stop to admire and take a short walk along the shore of the crystal-clear waters of Lake Auronzo, which, thanks to the Marmarole mountain range, welcomes us to the Dolomites.Lake Auronzo is the largest lake in Cadore, covering an area of approximately 1.7 square kilometres. Lake Auronzo is the largest lake in Cadore, covering an area of approximately 1.7 square kilometres. After a 30-minute journey, our second stop will be in the heart of the Dolomites, where we'll breathe in the mountain air. Lake Misurina is a natural alpine lake and the largest in Cadore.Lake Misurina is located at an altitude of 1,754 meters above sea level and is surrounded by beautiful mountain peaks, including the Tre Cime di Lavaredo.The lake has a maximum depth of 5 meters and covers an area of approximately 0.14 square kilometres. Lake Misurina is located at an altitude of 1,754 meters above sea level and is surrounded by beautiful mountain peaks, including the Tre Cime di Lavaredo. The lake has a maximum depth of 5 meters and covers an area of approximately 0.14 square kilometres. During our 20-minute journey, we'll make a brief stop to admire our third destination. Lake Dobbiaco is a small alpine lake surrounded by forests, mountains, crystal-clear waters, and a rocky beach.Lake Dobbiaco is located in South Tyrol, near the Austrian border.The basin has an estimated volume of 286,000 cubic meters and a perimeter of approximately 4.5 kilometres. Lake Dobbiaco is located in South Tyrol, near the Austrian border. The basin has an estimated volume of 286,000 cubic meters and a perimeter of approximately 4.5 kilometres. In the fourth stage of our journey, after visiting Lake Dobbiaco, we will head to a viewpoint to see the Tre Cime di Lavaredo through a free telescope. In the fifth stage of our journey, after travelling another 20 minutes, we reach the extreme northeast of Italy, just a few kilometres from the border with Austria, to visit the famous Lake Braies.Lake Braies is known for its clear blue-green waters. It is surrounded by a spectacular landscape of imposing peaks, dense forests, and flowering meadows.The lake is 36 meters deep and is fed by numerous small streams that descend from the surrounding mountains. Lake Braies is known for its clear blue-green waters. It is surrounded by a spectacular landscape of imposing peaks, dense forests, and flowering meadows. The lake is 36 meters deep and is fed by numerous small streams that descend from the surrounding mountains. Overall, Lake Braies is a must-visit destination for anyone travelling to the Dolomites or South Tyrol. It offers a unique blend of natural beauty, outdoor recreational activities, and cultural heritage.
Meeting Point
Meeting point: Piazzale Roma, Venezia, VE, Italia · Tour start: Lago di Auronzo, 32041 Auronzo di Cadore BL, Italia — Tour ends at the same location as the start point.
