Haute Route Dolomites

3 Day Haute Route

2019 Haute Route Dolomites

First stage on Friday 7 June, 2019

Duration: 4 nights, 3 Days Distance: 250-300km

The 2019 Haute Route Dolomites takes place from Friday 7 until Sunday 9 June, 2019 in Cortina d’Ampezzo. You will be immersed in the heart of this legendary mountain range and will trace a sensational route through the jagged rock faces and demanding climbs of the region. The event will take place in a new 3-day format and the race will feature two classic road stages and an uphill time trial and will be based in one sole location in Cortina d’Ampezzo.

DETAILS
The 2019 Haute Route Dolomites will be a 3-day event, along the lines of the highly successful Haute Route Mont Ventoux. In 2019 we also offer you the Haute Route Oman, Haute Route Asheville and Haute Route San Francisco. If you’re looking for a 7-day event, you can also ride the Haute Route Pyrenees or Haute Route Alps in 2019.

After taking place in Predazzo in 2018, the Haute Route Dolomites will move to Cortina d’Ampezzo from 2019, a renowned mountain town surrounded by the jagged peaks of the Dolomites. The 2019 Haute Route Dolomites will will trace a sensational route through the highly recognisable jagged rock faces of the Dolomites and demanding climbs of the region. Loyal to the 3-day concept, the Haute Route Dolomites will feature two classic road stages and an uphill time trial.

With simple logistics and one single race village location you will be able to make the most of their riding, discover one of the most beautiful mountain ranges in the world and appreciate the local cycling culture.

Why book 2019 Haute Route Dolomites with us?

Sports Tours International have been involved with the Haute Route from the very beginning. We know how to support our athletes during this physically and mentally demanding event. Our support package lets you fully focus on the job at hand
- Get a discount on your Haute Route entry
- Our hotel is in an ideal location in Cortina and of excellent standard
- Our experienced reps and pro mechanic will be on hand throughout the event to support you
- We will transport you and your bike to and from the finish and start if required
- We provide daily private feed and support stops en route
- We provide airport transfers and transport for non-riding partners who book through us
PRICES from £419 per person with the below inclusions. For all options and prices. please refer to the hotel and prices tab

What is included?
- Option to buy a discounted Haute Route Dolomites entry – more info below
- 3 nights accommodation in Cortina
- All hotel taxes
- Daily breakfasts in line with start times
- Secure bike storage
- Airport transfers from Venice Airport (VCE) at set times as per the itinerary
- Sports Tours staff support including mechanical assistance and additional food and assistance stops
Also available:
- A discounted Haute Route Dolomites entry – more info below
- Travel Insurance – highly recommended – please visit our insurance page. To take part in the 2019 Haute Route you have to get a medical certificate signed by your doctor within a year from the event date, our partners offer online medical certification
- Extra nights before or after the event on request
- Sports Travel Essentials. Please click here to view our page.
Entry options for the 2019 Haute Route Dolomites

Infinity Pass – £1325 – currently sold out if booked directly with Haute Route but still limited availability with us

New for 2019 is the Haute Route Infinity Pass which allows you to take part in as many 2019 Haute Route events as you want.

Standard entry – £595 per entry (early booking fee) – currently €750 if booked directly with Haute Route

The standard 3-day Haute Route price with all of the Haute Route inclusions as detailed here – click here

Full distance or compact

New for 2019 is that you can choose from two different courses on the Haute Route Alpe d’Huez. You can either take on the challenge of the Original course, or decide to ride the Compact course which provides the same experience but on an easier route for each stage. Both options will start and finish together but there are different daily and overall rankings.

Original
- 2 Classic Stages – 100km to 140km, 2500M+ to 3500M+
- 1 Uphill Time Trial
Compact
- 2 Classic Stages, 70km to 100km, 1500m+ to 2500m+
- 1 Uphill Time Trial
Read More

With simple logistics and one single race village location you will be able to make the most of the riding and discover one of the most beautiful mountain ranges in the world and appreciate the local cycling culture. Along the course you will discover breathtaking landscapes dominated by jagged ridges and towering rock formations, stunning high-altitude glacial lakes and several mountain passes made famous by the legends of Italian cycling.

With two mountainous stages and one uphill time trial riders at the front of the peloton will be able to race flat out for three days, and those further back in the peloton will be able to test themselves and their ability on this new 3-day Haute Route format.

Check out a great article from the Guardian that takes a closer look into the Haute Route highs and heartbreak – what motivates cyclists on tough rides? Read more here

TESTIMONIALS

"Enhanced by Sports Tours staff"

The trip was enhanced by the quality of the Sports Tours staff, really made a huge effort to keep us supported.

Anon - September 12, 2017

"Staff allow us to concentrate on racing"

Darryl and Roy are outstanding and without doubt, key to the whole operation. They work long hours and do everything to help the riders and allow us to concentrate on racing. This is my 3rd HR with Darryl and Roy - not sure I would like to do one without them now!

Anon - September 12, 2017

"Incredibly helpful and supportive"

Everyone at Sports Tours (Julie pre event and all of the guys on the tour) were incredibly helpful and supportive throughout the Tour. A big thank you to them all. They are the reason I will come back to Sports Tours! Darrel, Carlos, Roy & Jim.

Simon - September 12, 2017

"Your team were outstanding"

I cannot say enough good things about your team. Darrel, Roy, Carlos and Jim were outstanding, taking care of all of our needs big and small. Without their support I never would have finished the HR (given tough weather conditions).

Gene - September 12, 2017

"Well organised and excellent communications"

The Sport Tours guys were fantastic. Nothing was too much trouble. Well organised and excellent communications during the event.

Chris - September 12, 2017

"Haute Route Dolomites 2016"

If you recall I recently rode with you on the Haute Route Dolomites. All the hotel bookings worked out brilliantly so thanks for sorting that out. It was fabulous and a huge thank you to the sports tours team. the team worked tirelessly to ensure we had everything organised and we were really impressed.

Ed - September 27, 2016

"Haute Route Iron rider - Pyrenees and Alps 2016"

Great EXPERIENCE with all the time sports tour and my bests friends Rogerio, Ventura and Bodini.
Big Hug and see you soon.

Ricardo - September 27, 2016

"Haute Route Iron rider - Pyrenees and Alps 2016"

I would registered my congrats words to all of you guys which support and give your best service during our trip in HR Iron - Pyrenees and Alps 2016!!

It was a wonderful time and experience been with Darrel, Daniel, David and all others that will be in our memories.

From helping us to fixed a broken gear to support and share confidence and encourage us to finished the day, or, even offer a delicious sandwich, chocolate, water on the summit (best day time – believe).

The kindness and great feeling, humor, mood and atmosphere was unforgettable!!

I would like to express my gratitude to all Sports Tour Team and thank you all guys!!

Be sure you have friends here in Brazil waiting you guys whenever and whatever you need and we are waiting a visit.

I speak in my name Ventura and for sure on behalf of all the HR Iron’s Guys - Rogerio, Ricardo and Roberto.

Best Regards and hope to see you soon guys.

Ventura - September 27, 2016
ITINERARY
The 2019 Haute Route Dolomites route will be announced shortly.

Wednesday 5 June, 2019 – Optional early arrival day

If you’d like to arrive today then we have limited rooms available at the hotel with airport transfers included. £150 for a twin room and £100 for a single room

Please contact us if you want to book. (0044)(0)1617038161 or cycling@sportstoursinternational.co.uk

Thursday 6 June, 2019 – Arrival day

Please book your flight to Venice Marco Polo airport today if you wish to make use of our airport transfer. We provide 1 transfer from Venice airport to Cortina today at 15.30 for all flights that arrive into Venice this morning before 14.45. Please notify us of your flight times when booking or when you have them.

Today we will register for the event and we will assist you with getting your bike ready for tomorrow’s event. With your Haute Route entry you will receive among other things:
- 1 complete set of Haute Route cycling kit
- Haute Route travel bag with wheels
- 1 Haute Route back pack
- Mechanical support from Mavic both at each race village and along the route (not for repairing punctures)
- A personalised frame plate and 2 sets of race numbers
- Pit stops and refreshment breaks (solid, liquid, energy products) during each stage
- A hot meal at the finish of each stage
This evening we will organise a race briefing and you will have the opportunity to meet your fellow riders.

Friday 7 June, 2019 – Stage 1 – Mountain stage

Breakfast in line with the stage timings.

Exact route details to be confirmed soon but expect iconic climbs and tough riding with pro level support.

This evening we will have an evening meal together and our staff will be on hand to make any bike adjustments and we will also have a race briefing for tomorrow’s stage.

Saturday 8 June, 2019 – Stage 2 – Mountain stage

Breakfast in line with the stage timings.

Exact route details to be confirmed soon but expect iconic climbs and tough riding with pro level support.

This evening we will have an evening meal together and our staff will be on hand to make any bike adjustments and we will also have a race briefing for tomorrow’s stage.

Sunday 9 June, 2019: Stage 3 – ITT

Breakfast in line with the stage timings.

Exact route details to be confirmed soon but expect iconic climbs and tough riding with pro level support.

We expect an early start and after the finish, the closing party will take place. We offer an airport transfer at 14.00 back to Venice Marco Polo with an estimated arrival at the airport of 16.00 so you can book flights after that depart after 18.00.

If you’d like to depart tomorrow then we have limited rooms available at the hotel with airport transfers included. £150 for a twin room and £100 for a single room

Please contact us if you want to book. (0044)(0)1617038161 or cycling@sportstoursinternational.co.uk

Monday 10 June, 2019: Late departure day

Please book flights to depart Venice Marco Polo Airport (VCE) after 13.00 today. We will get you to Venice Marco Polo in time for 11.00 check-in.
HOTELS & PRICING
Hotel Menardi Cortina d’Ampezzo

Hotel Menardi Cortina d’Ampezzo is a comfortable and modern 3-star superior hotel in the heart of The Dolomites, ideal for a wholesome and comfortable vacation in the mo...

3 nights at 3 star hotel Menardi in Cortina d’Ampezzo

You will stay at the hotel Menardi with breakfasts included for 3 nights from Thursday to Sunday

For additional nights on either Wednesday or Sunday with airport transfers included it’s £150 for a twin room and £100 for a single room per night.

Please refer to the hotels tab to read more about the hotel.

3 nights – Thursday to Sunday

£419 per person based on sharing a room with 2 beds
£60 per person supplement for the sole occupancy of a room
Haute Route Dolomites Hotels
Hotel Menardi Cortina d’Ampezzo

Hotel Menardi Cortina d’Ampezzo is a comfortable and modern 3-star superior hotel in the heart of The Dolomites, ideal for a wholesome and comfortable vacation in the mountains, the Menardi Hotel in Cortina d’Ampezzo has everything you need, and then some. The warm, cozy common areas are decorated in authentic Ampezzo style, combining elements of Cortina’s traditional crafts with practical features like Wi-Fi Internet connection.

The hotel has a revitalizing wellness centre that includes sauna, Jacuzzi and Turkish bath, as well as the possibility of aesthetic treatments and massages. As you would expect from a comfortable, traditional 3-star hotel superior in Cortina like the Menardi Hotel, you can enjoy social areas like the bar, reading room and tavern, where, by the fireplace, you can taste great wines from our well-stocked cellar (a selection of about 160 labels from Italy and abroad).

The Menardi Hotel also boasts a spacious and sheltered private park, where you can enjoy its splendid Alpine environment in complete peace and quiet. Sitting at the table in the elegant restaurant of the Menardi Hotel is a true pleasure: 120 seats surrounded by the mountain landscape and immersed in the fragrances of our flavorful local and international cuisine.

Extras

Non-smoking

Rooms with terrace/view

Internet in the room

Wi-fi

TV with SKY and Sat

Safe

Private bathroom with shower/tub

Phone

Courtesy kit

Direct phone number

Room service
IMPORTANT INFO

Passport validity in case of a ‘No Deal Brexit’

Your passport should be valid for the proposed duration of your stay; you do not need any additional period of validity on your passport beyond this. If the UK leaves the EU with no deal, the rules for travel to most countries in Europe are expected to change. If your adult passport was issued over 9 years ago, you may be affected. You should use this tool to check your passport is still valid for your trip before booking travel. Adult and child passports should have at least 6 months’ validity remaining on your date of travel. If you renewed your passport early, extra months would have been added to your new passport. Any extra months on an adult passport will not count towards the validity requirement, so some passport holders will need to have more than 6 months remaining in order to travel.

General Travel and health Information for your destination is available on the FCO website. Please note that this information relates to UK passport holders only and that other nationalities should refer to their own authorities for this information.

How to Book

Click on the Book Now tab the top of the page. At time of booking we require a non-refundable deposit per person plus any applicable entry fee. The balance of your travel package must be paid, at the latest, 12 weeks before departure to avoid the cancellation of your trip. Please look here for our full booking conditions.

Medical certificate

To take part in the Haute Route you have to get a medical certificate signed by your doctor within the last year from the event date, our partners offer online medical certification.

Sports Travel – Keeping safe

For some tips on how to stay safe whilst you travel, please have a look here

Single travellers and twin to share

We welcome single travellers on our tours and holidays as it is a great way to join a like-minded group of people and you will make lots of new friends. If you would like to join our group as a single traveller we can offer you two options. A single room or if you want to avoid the single supplement then you can make use of our ‘twin to share’ option. We will pair you up with another traveller (of the same sex) and you can enjoy the event without having to pay extra.

General, visa, passport and health information

For passport and visa information, please check the relevant section on this page.General Travel and health Information for your destination is available on the FCO website. Please note that this information relates to UK passport holders only and that other nationalities should refer to their own authorities for this information.

Travel Insurance

For details of specialist sports travel insurance for our travel packages, please visit our insurance page. You must ensure that your travel insurance policy covers you to participate in cycling events. There is additional information about our other Concierge Services on our special web page.
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