Dolomites Walk

The Dolomites were named after Deodat de Dolomieu, a French geologist who discovered an unusual carbonate rock with foreign properties in 1789. "Dolomite" became the name of both the mineral as well as the mountain range in which he found it.

Long known as a paradise for rock climbers, the Dolomites are a great destination for fit hikers as well. The soaring limestone spires of the Dolomites make a stunning backdrop to pretty villages, mountain meadows and a highly developed trail system.

Summer is the season to explore these trails, when nature shows itself in full splendour.

To fully experience the region a close-knit and varied network of paths are used to traverse the forests, rock faces, rivers, and lakes of the 'Monti Pallidi', or Pale Mountains.

The rifugios are atmospheric and cosy with dining rooms serving delicious typical Italian and Tyrolean local cuisine.

A guided climb on one day using the Via Ferrate is available for an additional supplement.

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Itinerary / Highlights

DAY 1 Arrive Cortina, meet with our representative for a briefing and distribution of maps

DAY 2 Hike around the soaring Tre Cime di Lavaerdo peaks (4hrs)

DAY 3 Hike under the Tre Cime di Lavaredo to Rifugio Vallandro (5-6hrs)

DAY 4 Traverse around Croda Rossa (6hrs)

DAY 5 A challenging hike along the 'Alta Via N.1' to Rifugio Lavarella (2060m) (5-6hrs)

DAY 6 Hike through valleys then via Lagazuoi Lake to Rifugio Lagazuoi (6-7hrs)

DAY 7 Continue on the Alta Via and on to the roadhead, transfer to Cortina by local bus (5hrs)

DAY 8 Trip concludes Cortina

Other Details

Accommodation Details

2 nights in a 2 star hotel on a twinshare basis, 5 nights mountain refuge on dormitory share basis (double room possible - supplement applies) in low season (high season is from 24 Jul to 29 Aug and a supplement applies)

Departure Dates, Options & Prices

Daily departures from 16 Jun to 10 Oct

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