Walking the Highlights Of The Dolomites Tour

HIKING TOUR IN THE ITALIAN DOLOMITES

As one of the Most Beautiful Mountain Landscapes on Earth, it is hard not to include a trip to the Dolomites in your Travel Plans. There are breathtaking vistas, and amazing trails throughout the Dolomite Mountains. Explore this vast alpine World Monument on foot with one our expert guides, or on your own on a self guided hiking trip!

On our hiking itineraries, we visit some of the most incredible areas in the Dolomites – on foot. Whether you prefer short day-hikes or a challenging multi-day trek, the Dolomite Mountains offer hiking trips for every interest and ability level. And rest assured, we’ll show you the beauty of these incredible valleys and mountains: the Dolomites feature an infinite number of trails winding their way through these incredible landscapes, with breathtaking vistas adding to the drama.

In addition to the stunning surroundings, we include plenty of time to explore the local culture and cuisine, allowing for an in-depth understanding of the area. Incredible scenery, quiet hotels, mountain huts, fascinating history, and local cuisine are all combined with great hiking, for a truly unforgettable experience in the Dolomites.

This is the perfect program for those not looking for an epic trek staying in the mountain huts, or a person just introducing themselves to hiking. We stay in 3 Iconic Villages and explore some of the best locations nearby. After over 20 years walking in this area we feel these are the walks not to miss and that offer the greatest flexibility for those wanting more as the week progresses.

DAY TO DAY AT A GLANCE

Lago Misurina

DAY 1 - Arrival - Normally our guests arrive in Venice and from there we arrange a private transfer to our first hotel at Lago di Misurina. Other pickup locations can be coordinated, ask us how we can meet your travel flow. Upon arrival at Lago di Misurina we go for a short introduction walk and then a review of the week's activities. For Guided and Semi Guided Tours we have dinner together were we can further talk about the week, and give you more travel insights to the area.

Tre Cima di Lavaredo

DAY 2 - Today we walk to explore the Sesto Mountain Group by going up to Monte Piana to visit the open air museum of the First World War, and enjoy great views of Tre Cime di Lavaredo.

DAY 3 - We leave the lake area today to go over and walk Lago Sorapis, located up in the Cristallo Mountain Group. This is considered one of the Dolomites best walks. After the Lake we descend down into Cortina d' Ampezzo, were we will base ourselves for the next two nights. Cortina has plenty of stores, cafes, and places to eat and relax.

DAY 4 - A short ride up to Passo Falzarego places us at our start point for today. The Tofane Mountains are very suggestive and we can either take a cable car to altitude, or walk up to the Lagazuoi Mountain Hut for some great views. There is an option to take an old WW1 tunnel trail back down for the more adventurous. Overnight is in Cortina.

Cinque Torri Dolomites

DAY 5 - A day walking the Iconic Cinque Torri (5 Towers). We are changing valleys today and along the way explore the Towers of Cinque Torri and Passo Giau. After the walk we will find ourselves in small ski village of Arabba.

DAY 6 - Today is a lift up out of the valley were we hike down to Lago Fedaia and the Marmolada Mountain Group. Relax at the lake or take a cable car up to the Glacier. Then it is back over to Arabba.

DAY 7 - Our last day of walking takes us to Passo Pordoi and up to the Sella Group. We will walk over to Rifugio Piz Boe and see the unique landscape of this mountain, with plenty of photo options. We end the day in Canazei a nice little mountain town with plenty of streets and small shops to explore.

DAY 8 - Today we transfer you to Bolzano Train Station were you can continue on your adventure. Other return transfers can be organized just ask us what you need. Arrivederci!

Tour Dates - Cost - What Is Included

TOUR DATES: Tour is run from June to September

Full Guided Tour - group size 2 to 8 persons

COST: Can vary based on hotel and additional activities. August is also the most expensive month. Contact us for a quote.

What's included:

Trip Guide walking daily
7 nights 3+ hotel
7 Breakfast
All transfers listed on program
All Cable car fees
1 Dinner
Baggage Transfers
Maps and local info sheets

SELF GUIDED - Can be organized at your schedule depending on your group size and hotel preference. Contact us for details.

COST: Self Guide Tours start at 1300 euro per person during early and late season. Cost will increase for dates from 15 July to 5 September - high season. Contact us for a quote.

What's included:

7 nights 3+ hotel
7 Breakfast
All transfers listed on program
All Cable car fees
Baggage Transfers
Maps and local info sheets

SEMI GUIDED - We offer this option for those wanting a bit of extra assistance but do not necessarily want someone walking with them everyday. On this program someone will be there each morning to review the day, make sure any transfers and luggage movement is taken care of, and will be a phone call away in the event of problems. You are on your own to do the walks and how you progress through the day. Also, we can help adjust walks as needed throughout the week if you feel the base outline is too easy or if there is poor weather.

COST: dependent on booking schedule. Contact us for a quote.

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