The Dolomites
The Dolomites
The Dolomites are one of the most distinctive limestone mountains in the world. This trip offers a gentle introduction to the most beautiful hikes in the area and comfortable accommodation in the heart of Cortina d'Ampezzo.
May to September
*** Several itineraries available ***
The best of the Dolomites
The itinerary described below is one of several available with our Northern Italy supplier. They vary according to your fitness level, budget and group.
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Highlights of the trip
- An ideal region for alpine hiking
- The comfort of star accommodation
- A French mountain leader for the whole trip or on your own, with detailed maps and a meeting with a guide before the hike
- One of the most beautiful ranges in the Alps
Difficulty 3/5
The trip as a whole is of a moderate level. The walks are of an average level on medium-mountain terrain. The average ascent and descent is 800 m. Average walking time is 5-6 h per day.
Guides
On your own or with a mountain guide.
Our local agency
We can accommodate all types of hikers.
From active trips for all budgets, on foot, guided with the best accommodation and food the region has to offer, to self-guided hikes in mountain refuges, and everything in between.
Detailed itinerary
“You don’t measure your life by the number of breaths you take. taken, but by the number of places and moments that took our breath away”. P. Schultz
The itinerary described below is one of several itineraries available with our local supplier. Itineraries vary according to your fitness level, budget and group.
Please contact us to discuss.
D 1: WELCOME IN CORTINA D'AMPEZZO
Meet at the hotel in Cortina d’Ampezzo, Italy on the evening of D1. We will inform you of the hotel address approximately 1 month before the start of your trip. Welcome by your guide in the evening. Night in a hotel in Cortina d’Ampezzo.
D 2: SORAPIS LAKE
From Col Tre Croci, we discover the Sorapis valley and lake in an enchanting setting. After our first foray into the Dolomite landscape, we return to our starting point via a beautiful aerial loop. Overnight in a hotel in Cortina d’Ampezzo.
5 hrs 30 mins walk 20 mins drive Overnight in hotel D+ 600 m D- 600 m 
D 3: FORMIN MASSIF
We rise above Cortina d’Ampezzo for a varied hike in the Formin massif. Spectacular views of the various mountain groups that make up the Dolomites. Over successive passes, we complete a loop before ending the hike in a beautiful larch forest. Overnight in hotel in Cortina d’Ampezzo
5 hrs 30 mins walk 15 mins drive Overnight in hotel D+ 700 m D- 700 m
D 4: BIELLA REFUGE
After a transfer on a forest track, we arrive at the Ra Stua hut, the start of our hike. We’ll take a circuitous, little-traveled route up to the Biella hut, set against a lunar backdrop. This is an opportunity to observe the local wildlife. Return to the refuge. Overnight in a hotel in Cortina d’Ampezzo.
5 hours 30 mins walk 30 mins drive Overnight in hotel D+ 750 m D- 750 m
D 5: TOFANA DE ROZES
Off we go for a spectacular hike around Tofana de Rozes. An Alpine setting awaits us on a varied and magnificent itinerary. We pass the Giussani hut before returning to the Tofana massif. A beautiful traverse path allows us to return in a loop. Overnight in a hotel in Cortina d’Ampezzo.
6 hrs 30 mins walk30 mins drive Overnight in hotel D+ 850 m D- 850 m
D 6: TRE CIME DI LAVAREDO
Today we’re heading for the must-do hike of this tour and this beautiful region: the Tre Cime di Lavaredo tour. A beautiful, wild loop takes us to the Locatelli refuge just opposite the towers. Certainly one of the most beautiful hikes in the Alps. Overnight in a hotel in Cortina d’Ampezzo.
6 hrs walk 30 min drive Overnight in hotel D+ 550 m D- 550 m
D 7: CORTINA D'AMPEZZO
Last breakfast at the hotel before the return trip.
End of stay and group dispersal after breakfast in Cortina d’Ampezzo.
Price: According to itinerary
Transfer times and walking times are given as a guide only. For safety reasons (climatic or other hazards) and in the interest of the participants, the tour leader reserves the right to modify the itinerary described below.
* Included:
- Half-board accommodation in a comfortable hotel in Cortina d’Ampezzo
- Picnic lunches and provisions for the hike
- Supervision by a qualified French mountain leader
- Contribution to FICAV, the compensation fund for travel agency customers.
For more information on FICAV, click here.
* Not included:
- Carpooling to trailheads
- Soft drinks in general
- Personal hiking and travel equipment (shoes, poles, personal first-aid kit, etc.)
- Supplements for a single room in the accommodation.
- Cancellation and repatriation insurance to be taken out on registration.
- Tips and personal expenses
- Meals not mentioned
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The Dolomites
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