7 Day Guided Dolomites Walk Italy

• Walk 12kms. 3-4 hours Elevation gain: 450m. Grade 2.

Guests will need to organise their own flights to Italy the day prior to the tour.

SUGGESTED PRE-TOUR ACCOMMODATION: Hotel Milano & Spa Verona

WALK GRADE: Walk 12kms. 3-4 hours Elevation gain: 450m. Grade 2. Good to Excellent level of fitness is required

TERRAIN:  Some elevation gain, uneven paths, and steep sections. Ascent/Decent 450m 

WALK ITINERARY:Meet our representative in Verona at 8am in the foyer of the Hotel Milano & Spa Verona from here we transfer (2.5 hours drive) to St Urich Ortisei where our adventure begins. We take the chair lift up the mountain taking in spectacular views along the way. Walking along the Alpe di Siusi is a captivating Alpine adventure that immerses you in the breathtaking beauty of the Dolomites. As you set out from Alpe di Siusi, Europe’s largest high-altitude alpine meadow, you’ll be surrounded by a vast expanse of rolling green fields, dotted with wildflowers in the summer and dusted with snow in the winter. The trail meanders through lush meadows and dense forests, offering stunning panoramic views of the surrounding peaks. As you ascend higher into the mountains, you’ll catch glimpses of towering limestone spires and rugged cliffs, typical of the Dolomitic landscape. We make our way to a local Restaurant where we will enjoy refreshments. But the adventure doesn’t end there; the icing on the cake is catching the cable car down to Ortisei. This exhilarating descent provides a bird’s-eye view of the stunning landscapes you’ve just explored, as you glide down the mountainside, returning to the charming town of Ortisei. Our accommodation for the next 3 nights is at The Alpenheim Hotel & Spa or similar, a charming hotel nestled at the base of the majestic Sassolungo Mountain in Ortisei offering spectacular views over the Dolomites.

• Walk 18kms I 6.5 hours I Elevation gain: 700m

WALK GRADE: Walk 18kms I 6.5 hours I Elevation gain: 700m  Good to Excellent level of fitness is required

FLEXIBLE WALKING: Part A – 11 km loop with some technicality. Elevation gain: 400m Part B – 7km out and back option after lunch. Elevation gain: 300m Option to transfer back to the hotel after Part A. For those not wanting to do the whole loop walk today, we also offer a shorter out-and-back walk to Rifugio Pertini. it’s an 8km ascent/descent 300m about 3 hours. Alternatively, you can also choose to opt out of any day’s walk and enjoy time in the village of Ortisei or relaxing at your accommodation.

TERRAIN:  Forestry and farm track in the lower areas. Higher areas have paths through pasture, woods and across scree. Some elevation gain, uneven paths, and steep sections.

WALK ITINERARY: Following a delightful breakfast, we embark on today’s adventure, a captivating circumnavigation around the majestic Sassopiatto-Sassolungo massif. The Sassolungo, often likened to a Gothic Cathedral with its dramatic rocky spires and peaks and the centrepiece of today’s walk. Gazing up at the mountains, one can easily discern the northernmost block as a colossal head, with the points to the southwest resembling an outstretched hand, famously known as the Cinque Dita, or “five fingers.” Along our path, we traverse ancient shepherd’s routes, punctuated by welcoming mountain huts that provide unparalleled panoramic vistas. Don’t miss the opportunity to encounter the superbly carved statue of King, adding a touch of historical intrigue to this remarkable journey. Afterwards, we return to our accommodation for a relaxing evening, including dinner and wine.

• Walk 18 kms. 6-7 hours, Grade 3. Ascent/Decent 800m.

WALK GRADE: Walk 18 kms. 6-7 hours, Grade 3. Ascent/Decent 800m.

TERRAIN: A mix of expansive alpine meadows, pine forest trails, and rocky paths with gentle but steady elevation changes.

FLEXIBLE WALKING: A shorter option available to walk out and back to Refugio fodare 15kms. 3 hours Elevation gain: 560m

WALK ITINERARY: After a hearty breakfast, we head to today’s walk to Malga Ra Stua, a charming alpine pasture nestled in the Fanes-Sennes-Braies Nature Park. Surrounded by dramatic limestone peaks and lush meadows, this walk offers an unforgettable journey through pristine landscapes steeped in natural and cultural heritage. The well-graded trail winds gently through pine forests and open alpine terrain, making it accessible to most walkers. At the top, reward yourself with traditional Tyrolean fare at the rustic mountain hut while soaking up panoramic views of the surrounding Dolomitic spires. A perfect blend of scenic splendour and authentic alpine charm.

• Walk 8kms. Hours: 3.5 hours. Ascent/Descent 400m.

WALK GRADE: Walk 8kms. Hours: 3.5 hours. Ascent/Descent 400m. Grade 2-3 Moderate to Good level of fitness required 

FLEXIBLE WALKING: For those not wanting to do the whole loop walk today, we also offer a shorter section walking. Reach Rifugio Scoiattoli near 5 Torri with the chairlift, visit the open-air museum about the Great War and make a loop around the Cinque Torri. 4 km ascent 50m / descent 400m totaling 2 hours.  Alternatively you can also choose to opt out of any day’s walk and enjoy time in the village of Cortina or relaxing at your accommodation.

TERRAIN: Trail often passes over rocky terrain, including scree slopes and boulder-strewn sections and on gravel paths. Changes in elevation.

WALK ITINERARY:This morning we farewell our hotel after breakfast as we make our way to our last walk of the trip. We make our way up the mountain by chairlift this morning. Today’s beautiful loop walk takes us to the Cinque Torri – translated as the 5 towers. Despite the name there are actually 11 in total if you count the smaller columns. Over a century in the past, the Cinque Torri found itself embroiled in the conflict of World War I, serving as the battleground between Italian and Austro-Hungarian forces. Amongst the towering formations, bunkers and trenches were artfully constructed, and even after the war’s conclusion, these vestiges endured. More recently, concerted efforts have been made to restore these historical remnants, transforming the Cinque Torri into an open-air museum dedicated to World War I, aptly known as the Museum of the Great War. Afterwards, we make our way back to Venice with drop offs at Venice Marco Polo Airport or Venice Ferry terminal, the end of a memorable journey.