Dolomites Day Trip from Venice: Three Peaks & Lake Misurina

The Three Peaks rose over 200 million years ago, and you'll see them reflected in three different lakes in a single day.

A 12-hour guided tour of the Dolomites departing from Venice or Treviso, with a licensed local guide and driver, takes you through Cibiana di Cadore's mural-covered village, along the shores of Lakes Misurina and Landro, and to viewpoints of the Three Peaks. The tour includes free time in Cortina d'Ampezzo and at Lake Misurina; lunch and optional activities like chairlift rides or boat rentals are separate. Guides speak English, Spanish or Italian, and the tour suits all fitness levels.

Step-by-step itinerary

Explore Dolomites from Venice or Treviso

• Meet guide in Venice or Treviso
• Drive to Cibiana di Cadore village
• Explore murals in Cibiana di Cadore
• Scenic drive through Cadore Dolomites
• Visit Cortina d’Ampezzo and stroll Corso Italia
• Scenic drive through Ampezzo Valley
• See the Three Peaks rock formations
• Walk along Lake Landro shore
• Scenic drive through Landro Valley
• Visit Lake Misurina and enjoy free time
• Scenic drive back through Cadore peaks
• Take photos with Three Peaks backdrop
• Conclude tour with views and stories

The Experience

Twelve hours is enough to move through the high Dolomites without rushing. You'll meet your guide in Venice at 8:30 am or Treviso at 9:15 am—they wear an official Italian Ministry of Tourism ID so you'll spot them easily—and head straight into the mountains with a professional driver. The route climbs through Cadore's valleys, each one framing a different angle of the Three Peaks, the UNESCO-listed rock formations that dominate the skyline here.

Cibiana di Cadore comes early in the day: a village where nearly every stone building carries a mural, some painted decades ago, others recent. Your guide walks you through the streets and explains what the art means—history, local stories, the way mountain communities hold onto their identity. From there you drive into the high valleys, stopping at Lake Landro to walk the shore and see the turquoise water and Cristallo mountain reflected in it. The Three Peaks sit across the valley, close enough that the scale becomes real.

Cortina d'Ampezzo, the 2026 Winter Olympics host, gets free time for lunch or coffee along Corso Italia—the guide points out where to eat but the choice is yours. After Cortina, the drive crosses into Ampezzo Valley and climbs to Lake Misurina, where you have time to walk the perimeter, sit by the water, or rent a boat or take the chairlift to Col de Varda (both available June through September, both optional and paid separately). The lake sits at 1,754 meters, ringed by peaks, and on clear days the reflection is so sharp it's hard to tell water from sky. The drive back follows the Cadore peaks one more time, and the tour ends with a photo stop at one of the most photographed viewpoints in the range.

What’s included

• Licensed local guide in English, Spanish or Italian.
• professional driver.
• private air-conditioned transfer from Venice or Treviso.
• guided walk through Cibiana di Cadore and its murals.
• views of the Three Peaks from Lake Landro.
• free time at Lake Misurina.
• free time in Cortina d'Ampezzo.
• views of Lakes Auronzo di Cadore and Landro.

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Is this one for you?Choose the Venice departure if you're based in the city center; choose Treviso if you're staying north of Venice or near the airport. The 12-hour span lets you move through five lakes and valleys without backtracking, so the day holds together without feeling rushed or repetitive.

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Top questions

What is Cibiana di Cadore and why does the tour stop there?

Cibiana di Cadore is a mountain village where the stone buildings are covered in murals—some old, some new—that tell stories of Dolomite culture and history. Your guide walks you through the streets and explains the art and the village's place in the region.

Can I see the Three Peaks from more than one spot on this tour?

Yes. The Three Peaks appear from multiple viewpoints throughout the day—from the scenic drives through Cadore and Ampezzo valleys, from Lake Landro's shore, and from Lake Misurina, where their reflection fills the water.

Is lunch included, and where do we eat?

Lunch is not included. You have free time in Cortina d'Ampezzo to eat at restaurants and cafes along Corso Italia, and again at Lake Misurina if you want a snack. Your guide can recommend places.

What can I do at Lake Misurina during the free time?

Lake Misurina gives you time to walk along the shore, sit by the water, or try optional activities: boat rental or a chairlift ride to Col de Varda for panoramic views. Both are available June through September and cost extra.

Do I need to be fit or experienced to join this tour?

The tour suits all fitness levels. You'll walk at a relaxed pace through Cibiana, along Lake Landro's shore, and around Lake Misurina, with free time built in so you can rest or move at your own speed.

Which departure time works better—Venice or Treviso?

Venice departs at 8:30 am, Treviso at 9:15 am. Choose based on where you're staying. Both routes reach the same Dolomites stops and return at the same time in the evening.