Tours/Cortina dAmpezzo/Heart of the Dolomites starting from Cortina d'Ampezzo
Viator · Private tour

Heart of the Dolomites starting from Cortina d'Ampezzo

4.4(23)Cortina dAmpezzo1 hour
VIATOR3.9(7)TRIPADVISOR4.7(16)

Description

Enjoy a sightseeing tour to reach the heart of the Dolomites starting and ending in Cortina d'Ampezzo. A professional local English speaking driver will meet you at the hotel and drive you on part of the Old road of the Dolomites around the Sella mountain, giving you the possibility to admire spectacular mountains as Tofana, Cristallo, Sorapiss, Antelao, Pomagagnon, Croda da Lago, 5 Torri, Lagazuoi, Sella, Marmolada, Sassolungo, Sassopiatto, Avearau and Nuvolau. You will be able to stop for pictures with explanations about the mountains, history and traditions and will receive a map of the itinerary. You can join 2 cable cars* for mountain sightseeing and have a typical lunch* facing the Dolomites. Bottles of water and Wi-Fi free on board. Please note that in between seasons like spring and fall some attraction can be closed. if the weather is nice the tour worth anyway! *=extra cost

Tour Options

Heart of the Dolomites starting from Cortina d'Ampezzo
  • Pickup included

Itinerary

Pass by

Trusting local English speaking drivers who lives the Dolomites all year long will enrich your experience. Comfortable and safe cars with bottles of water and Wi-Fi free on board, some with panoramic roof will make your day even more remarkable. Moreover you will receive a fancy map with your itinerary of the day to better understand the trip and to remember it.

10 min

the first stop will be just above the city of Cortina to admire all the valley and mountain range

10 min

2 stops for viewpoints and take a picture to 5 Torri, Croda da Lago and Tofana di Rozes mountains

10 min

keeping driving to Passo Falzarego

Admission not included60 min

optional ride on the Lagazuoi cable car for gorgeous panorama and WW1 memories

10 min

Moon atmosphere on this mountain pass with view on the Marmolada glacier, Valparola lake, Conturines mountain and Alta Badia valley

20 min

typical mountain village of the Alta Badia valley

Pass by

center of Alta Badia valley

15 min

Driving through Passo Gardena facing the Sella mountain. you will stop for pictures

Admission not included60 min

amazing typical lunch at Chalet Gherard facing the Dolomites

20 min

driving to Passo Sella facing the Sassolungo mountain. You will have time for pictures

10 min

driving to the famous Passo Pordoi

Admission not included60 min

option for cable car ride to the Terrace of the Dolomites

Pass by

Arabba village

10 min

stopping at Belvedere terrace for view on stunning Civetta and Pelmo mountains and lake Alleghe

15 min

driving to the scenic Passo Giau with view on the Croda da Lago mountain and Cortina valley. Stop for pictures and optional cake time.

Highlights

Hotel pickup and drop-off
Bottled water
National Park fees
All taxes, fees and handling charges
Driver/guide

What's included

Included
Hotel pickup and drop-off
Bottled water
National Park fees
All taxes, fees and handling charges
Driver/guide
Not included
Lunch
Cable car ride
Museum ticket
Gratuities

Pickup Locations & Times

we pick you up also at your apartment

Traveller Ratings

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Important Information

  • Specialized infant seats are available
  • Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller
  • Service animals allowed
  • Public transportation options are available nearby
  • Infants are required to sit on an adult’s lap
  • Not recommended for travelers with poor cardiovascular health
  • Suitable for all physical fitness levels
  • Children must be accompanied by an adult
  • The duration of tours is approximate, between 7 and 8 hours
  • Operates in all weather conditions, please dress appropriately to mountain area.
  • In case of closed roads for any reason, the itinerary may change or the tour not operated
  • During winter time, the tour will operated upon confirmation of the roads conditions
  • During between season the cable cars and other attraction may be closed

Reviews(23)

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rita_d
June 18, 2026
Do not book this

Do not book this.!!! I would give this a zero rating because the tour company did not show up for the tour ! Ruined our day. Too late to book anything else .

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Morris_B
June 3, 2026
0 stars. No show driver/guide. No communication.

I only give it 1 star because there was no option for 0 stars. The driver/guide never showed up. There was no communication despite my callings and messaging multiple times. It ruined one day of vacation. I prepaid as required and now have to do who knows what to get my money back. I will never get the missed experience or lost vacation day back.

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holly r
April 8, 2026
Big Disappoinment

We had booked this trip and received confirmation for a day seeing lakes and mountains of the Dolomites. Waited at meeting spot for Taxi Cortini Sci, who never showed. Learned from another tour driver that the company is out of business. Wow. Thankfully we connected with Bruno D Andrea NCC for a tour the next day…he was wonderful. Hoping a refund will be received for the disappointing no show Taxi Cortini Sci.

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siucheukc
March 27, 2025
Friendly driver

We had a fantastic private tour of the Dolomites from Cortina with our driver Andrés. From start to finish, the experience was smooth, comfortable, and memorable. Andrés was friendly, helpful, and very professional. He shared local insights, drove safely through the beautiful mountain roads, and took us to stunning viewpoints we wouldn’t have found ourselves. A highlight was the restaurant he recommended for lunch — delicious food with breathtaking views! It truly made our day special. Highly recommended for anyone visiting the Dolomites. Thank you, Andrés, for making our trip so enjoyable! — Siu Cheuk Chan

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Operator response

Thank you very much for your kind words, happy that you enjoyed and appreciate it. Take care and thanks again

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TripTravel27
October 16, 2024
The Number One Tour Service

This Service is the. Very best in Cortina & surrounds. Amazing, friendly, informative, first class, the best Mercedes Luxury Vans,. Andrea & Annarita are the optimum choice if you are visiting CortinaD’Ampezzo-whether needing a transfer, luggage, or guided tour of the Dolomites! Search no further-just book with peace of mind and sit back and enjoy the view! Remember you get what you pay for !! This is top class !! Congratulations on over 20 years of serving this locality -that’s what you call understanding & perseverance. Again thank you both for your incredible tour and journeys to Innsbruck and Bolzano. Ciao till next time -Ron & Tina

Operator response

Dear Ron and Tina Thank YOU very much for appreciating all our services and efforts. It has been a great pleasure meeting and driving you around. Wish you all the best and thanks again!

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mariadQ4904JV
September 19, 2024
OUTSTANDING SERVICE

Annarita was FANTASTIC!! My husband and I booked Taxi Cortina Sci on four separate occasions. We booked Annarita for the transfers to Cortina from Venice and from Cortina to Venice Mestre Train station. We also booked her company for the Heart of the Dolomites and Lakes of the Dolomites Tours. The driver she provided for the transfer from Venice to Cortina was extremely kind, spoke good English and had pointed out historical landmarks along the way. Throughout our time with this company, we were driven in a spotless, very comfortable, air-conditioned Mercedes. Annarita accompanied us on both the tours and on the transfer from Cortina to Venice. The communication with Annarita was outstanding! Communication prior to our transfers and tours were excellent! It was wonderful meeting her and we would strongly recommend booking Taxi Cortina Sci!! She made our trip to Cortina so very memorable.

Operator response

Thank you Maria! My real pleasure to meet both of you and to share our love for the Dolomites with you! Take care!

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rhumbum
June 16, 2024
Excellent transportpartner in Cortina d’Ampezzo

Excellent service! We had a group of 24 persons and Annarita and her team transported us to day hikes. They were very flexible, but also everything went exactly as spoken. We couldn’t be more happier that we chose them to our parter to explore the Dolomites. The Taxis were extremely clean and tidy and very new as well. We will choose them again when we come back.

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Operator response

Thank you very much for appreciating our service! Will welcome you again with pleasure. Best Annarita

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AlmogT10
July 24, 2023
Perfect Trip

Annarita from Cortina Taxi Sci was fantastic! Great communication throughout the journey, she adapted to our flexible plans and even helped us improvise a new route that suited us perfectly. Her knowledge of the area was impressive and added to the overall experience. Highly recommend her services!

Operator response

Thank you! Really happy to let you enjoy our wonderful Dolomites! Welcome you with pleasure again. All the best

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Saurav_D
May 18, 2023
Lovely trip across the Dolomites

It was a beautiful experience thanks to Andrea and Annarita. The weather was quite pleasant (luckily). It was interesting to see the varying landscapes (complete white followed by greenery and back to snow...) all along the way and get to know interesting facts about the surrounding region. The road has many twists and turns (as expected in such areas) - just something to keep it mind. The tour itself was very well organized and executed. Highly recommended if you're looking for a similar experience.

Operator response

Thank you for your kind words and happy you’ve enjoyed the experience! All the best Annarita TaxiCortinaSci.it

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Neeliexox
April 11, 2023
All about the Italian Alps!

Our driver, Devid, was a very pleasant man who drove us with exceptional care around “hundreds” of switch back, hairpin turns! No words to describe the beauty and majesty of the Italian Alps! Because we were so wanting to see an alpine lake that was not frozen, (lakes not on this tour), Devid took us a few minutes outside Cortina to see a restaurant on a little lake full of trout! The only suggestion would be to provide water to clients.

Operator response

Happy you appreciated the Dolomites and our tour. I am very sorry for the inconvenience with the water bottles. They are always included in our services. I will for sure pay more attention :-) Thank you! Annarita TaxiCortinaSci.it

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