Dolomites, Italy, August 3, 2011 – Dolomite Mountains srl (http://dolomitemountains.com/en/home.htm), an Italian company bent on proving that the adventure path reveals some of the most beautiful natural settings on earth, announces a new mountain biking trip through Italy’s Dolomite Mountains that follows the route of the Südtirol Sellaronda HERO, an international sporting event akin to Tour de France.

The 8 day / 7 night trip at EU1,650 per person double provides guests one day on the actual Sellaronda course biking at their own pace. The trip begins and ends in Alta Badia and is scheduled for Aug. 28 to Sep. 4, 2011. This trip is also available as a custom group departure on dates of a guest’s choosing.

See: http://dolomitemountains.com/en/summer_fall_trips/bike252.htm

The actual Südtirol Sellaronda HERO competition is held annually in early July, drawing more than 1,500 bikers from 27 countries. Traditionally the course has only been open to an elite few, noted Agustina Lagos-Marmol, owner of Dolomite Mountains srl.

“Our clients are cyclists of all levels and they have expressed interest in experiencing the Sellaronda in a supported environment so we have added this element to one of our mountain bike itineraries. It is a great opportunity for bikers to be part of one of the greatest bike courses in the world,” she said.

Each day participants will cycle from hotel to hotel (or rifugio to rifugio), taking in the Dolomites from all different angles and perspectives. Riders will visit the valleys of Alta Badia and Cortina d’Ampezzo and experience their different cultures, traditions and cuisine. The Dolomites are home to Italian, Austrian and Ladin peoples whose history will be revealed along with artifacts ranging from medieval castles to World War I bunkers.

The price includes double accommodations in “bike friendly” hotels and mountain inns, most meals, professional mountain bike guide, local transportation, luggage transfer during the trip and detailed map of the area.) Mountain bikes can be provided on request.

About Dolomite Mountains srl

Dolomite Mountains srl is the only local company in the Dolomites specializing and providing unique experiences in adventure travel within one of the most stunning natural settings on Earth. Types of trips offered: Hike – Bike – Via Ferrata – Climb – Snowshoe – Photo Safari – Ski – Self Guided – Luxury Trips.

For over 15 years they have been crafting Dolomite adventures, helping travelers uncover the region’s true spirit. Customized guided and self guided active trips and luxury and gourmet adventures take travelers off the beaten path for authentic experiences that reveal the real Dolomites.

Dolomite Mountains srl believes in the value of sharing their love of the mountains and natural places with others while also recognizing the need to take care of them if they are to be here for future generations. They employ sustainable practices in all daily operations – everything from recycling in the office to leaving only footprints while in the field. Hotels are selected that adhere to environmentally sustainable standards wherever possible including two CasaClima hotels in certain accommodation options (CasaClima is a building certification that establishes a standard for energy efficiency that follows the Kyoto Protocol and a standard for use of sustainable resources.) The company also supports several worthy organizations that contribute to the betterment of societies and their environs around the world such as SUMMITS4KIDS and The Footprints Network. See:

http://www.dolomitemountains.com/en/dolomite_mountains/our_style_giving_back.htm

Contact:

In North America: +1 347 826 6271 / In Italy: +39 0436 7320

Email: info@dolomitemountains.com

Website: http://dolomitemountains.com/en/home.htm