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Dolomites Alta Via
Northern Italy
Italy
This hiking tour leads through three language areas and their related cultures.
Starting in the German-speaking Hochpustertal, you then go through the Ladin-speaking Fanes and you finish in the south of the Passo Falzàrego, where the Italian language dominates.
In addition to the visible traces of the former so-called Alpenfront (Alps Front) which can be seen in an open-air museum, this hiking path offers the possibility to meet this magical world in all its facets: extraordinary picturesque beauty, magnificent views, stunning peaks and wonderful walks. A true paradise and an exciting adventure for people who love the mountains!
The hiking route runs along marked mountain paths and hiking trails. The tour is suitable for anyone in good basic physical condition. Climbing experiences are not necessary!
Walking Tour
Meeting:
Niederdorf/Villabassa or Toblach/Dobbiaco
Airport:
Innsbruck
Transfer:
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Rates include:
Accommodations, All breakfasts, Tour information package (maps, route descriptions...), Video briefing, Navigation app, Luggage transfers, Transfers according to program (cable-car and bus) & Phone htline service.
A | 2024 | 7 day self-guided tour - High | 7d / 6n | €900 | $990 |
B | 2024 | 7 day self-guided tour - Low | 7d / 6n | €830 | $915 |
Transfer and Other Charges:
2024
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Extra nights - please inquire
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$0
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2024
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Single supplement
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€
250
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$275
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Custom dates possible for groups of 5+ pax
Rates do not include:
Drinks, Lunches and dinners, Cable car St. Kassian and Falzarego Pass, Busticket to Cortina and Toblach/Niederdorf & Travel insurance.
Tourist tax (if requested) has to be paid on the spot.
Sample Itinerary - subject to changes
Day 1: Arrival in Hochpustertal (Niederdorf/Villabassa or Toblach/Dobbiaco)
Individual arrival at the hotel in Hochpustertal. Free, unguarded public car park near the hotel.
Meals included: none
Overnight in Niederdorf/Villabassa or Toblach/Dobbiaco
Day 2: Lake Pragser Wildsee to San Vigilio/St. Vigil
Starting at the pearl of the Dolomite lakes, the lake Pragser Wildsee (1.494 m), you hike through the romantic area of the nature park Fanes-Sennes-Prags which is one of the largest protected areas of South Tyrol. In the shade of the impressive mountain massif Seekofel you will reach the high alpine pasture Fojedöra. Stop and enjoy the homemade bread and the tasty alpine cheese. Through the lonely high valley you hike past the lake Hochalpensee and finally reach the highest point. Far down in the valley you can already see the villages of the Gadertal.
Ascent: approx. 800 m / descent approx. 1.100 m / approx. 5-6 hours
Meals included: Breakfast
Overnight in San Vigilio/St. Vigil
Day 3: San Vigilio/St. Vigil to Badia/Abtei
The cable car Piz de Plaies takes you from San Vigilo to the starting point. The path leads through light woodland and meadows to Piz de Corn. The mountain Peitlerkofel is enthroned on the opposite side. You hike on to the saddle Ritjoch and cross the mountaineering village of La Val. The mighty flanks of the mountain Heiligkreuzkofel are always in view. At the foot of the peaks Neuner and Zehnerspitze you reach the shelter Heiligkreuz. After a short descent you take the cable car to Badia.
Ascent: approx. 1170 m / descent approx. 770 m / approx. 6 hours
Meals included: Breakfast
Overnight in Badia/Abtei
Day 4: Badia/Abtei to San Cassiano/St. Kassian
The cable car takes you up to the pretty alpine huts above Abtei. The view invites you to linger: the peaks of the Sella, Puez Group, Peitlerkofel and Kreuzkofel seem close enough to be touched. Through larch and pine forests, you hike in the direction of St. Kassian. On the way you will pass „viles“, as the original settlements of the Gadertal valley are called.
Ascent: approx. 170 m / descent approx. 660 m / approx. 5-6 hours
Meals included: Breakfast
Overnight in San Cassiano/St. Kassian
Day 5: San Cassiano/St. Kassian - Cortina d´Ampezzo
At first, the trail runs comfortably along the valley floor to the Capanna Alpina. In the shadow of the majestic Fanes and Conturines peaks, you hike to the Scottoni refuge and on to the crystal-clear Lagazuoi lake at the foot of the Scottoni peak, in whose waters the bizarre peaks of the Fanes Dolomites are reflected.
Via the Dolomites High Trail you hike to Lagazuoi, which was turned into a veritable fortress with tunnels and trenches by soldiers during the First World War. You have the option to take the cable car directly from the summit to the Falzarego Pass and to continue by bus to Cortina.
Below the Tofanen you hike to Pocol and from there by bus to Cortina.
Ascent: approx. 900 m / descent approx. 600 m / approx. 7-8 hours
Variant St. Kassian - Falzarego Pass: ascent approx. 1,050 m / descent approx. 900-600 m / approx. 5-6 hours
Meals included: Breakfast
Overnight in Cortina d‘Ampezzo
Day 6: Cortina d ´Ampezzo - Son Forca - Ospitale - Hochpustertal
The last day of hiking starts in the centre of Cortina d‘Ampezzo. Through woodland and meadows, the route is initially relatively to the Rifugio Mietres, from where you can take a last look at Cortina, once more. A fantastic panorama at the highest point will soon make you forget the efforts of the ascent.
Afterwards, it is almost all downhill through the idyllic Val Padeon to the end of the stage in Ospitale. You then continue by public bus to the Alta Pusteria.
Ascent: approx. 970 m / descent approx. 720 m / approx. 5-6 hours
Variant Son Forca by chairlift to Rio Gere: ascent approx. 500 m / descent approx. 800 m / approx. 4 hours
Meals included: Breakfast
Overnight in Niederdorf/Villabassa or Toblach/Dobbiaco
Day 7: Departure
Individual departure or possibility to extend your stay.
Meals included: Breakfast
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Meeting:
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Niederdorf/Villabassa or Toblach/Dobbiaco
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Airport:
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Innsbruck
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Train station:
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Niederdorf/Villabassa or Toblach/Dobbiaco
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Transfer:
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Because this is a self-guided trip, participants are expected to arrive independently to their hotel in Niederdorf/Villabassa or Toblach/Dobbiaco.
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Level:
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Easy to Moderate
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Participants:
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Min
2
participants
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Max
10
participants
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Passport and Visa Requirements:
Passport valid for at least three months beyond length of stay required by all nationals referred to in the chart except:(a) 1. EU nationals holding a valid national ID card. Passport Note(a) Italy is. more
Villabassa/Niederdorf area
Month
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Jan
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Feb
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Mar
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Apr
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May
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Jun
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Jul
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Aug
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Sep
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Oct
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Nov
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Dec
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Average High Temperature (°F)
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32
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37
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45
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52
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61
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68
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72
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70
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63
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53
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41
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32
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Average Low Temperature (°F)
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18
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20
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27
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33
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41
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47
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51
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50
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44
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37
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27
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20
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Average High Temperature (°C)
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0
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3
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7
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11
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16
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20
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22
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21
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17
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12
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5
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0
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Average Low Temperature (°C)
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-8
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-7
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-3
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1
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5
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8
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10
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10
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7
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3
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-3
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-7
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Average Precipitation (days of rain)
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3
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2
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4
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5
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8
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10
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10
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10
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6
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4
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3
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4
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Source: NOAA
Seasons
This region benefits from a mild Mediterranean climate bringing a lot of sunshine throughout the year and allowing for clement winters.
Equipment list
Documents
• Validpassport or ID card
• Money, Cheques and/or credit card
• International travel health insurance certificate
Hiking equipment
• Backpack
• Small backpack pharmacy
• Hiking poles (depending on taste)
• Pocket knife, picnic dish, cup/mug
• Water bottle(s) 1 – 2 litres per person
• Food (eg bread, salami, cheese, chocolate, dried fruit, nuts)
• Handkerchiefs
• Camera or Digital Camera (film, batteries /do not forget memory card)
• Mobile phone and charger
• Sunglasses
Clothing
• Hiking shoes
• Functional sports underwear
• T-Shirts
• Scarf (if required)
• Hat or cap – Sun protection is important!
• Jacket (Windstopper)
• Shorts
• Hiking socks
• Raincover
• Warm clothing
• Towel
• Toiletry
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Accommodations
During this trip, nights are spent in different locations.
Description
Accommodations consist of a mixture of 3 and 4 star hotels as well as 1 night spent in a mountain guesthouse. All locations offer private bedrooms with ensuite facilities.
Local tax
Some cities charge a tourist tax. These taxes are not included in the sale price of the tour and must be paid directly by you at check-in or check-out at the hotels.
This fee varies depending on the hotel category, the season and the number of days of stay. It is usually between 1 and 5 € per person per night.
Meals
All breakfasts are included.
Tack:
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Pace:
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Level:
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(2
out of 5) Easy to Moderate
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Age:
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Min
16
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Riders:
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2
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Max
10
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Passports
Passport valid for at least three months beyond length of stay required by all nationals referred to in the chart except:
(a) 1. EU nationals holding a valid national ID card.
Passport Note
(a) Italy is a signatory to the 1995 Schengen Agreement. (b) The regulations stated below also apply to San Marino and the Vatican City.
Visas
Not required by all nationals referred to in the chart above for the following durations:
(a) nationals of EU countries for an unlimited period;
(b) nationals of Australia, Canada and the USA for stays of up to 90 days.
Note: Nationals not referred to in the chart above are advised to contact the embassy to check visa requirements
Passport Required? |
British |
Yes |
Australian |
Yes |
Canadian |
Yes |
USA |
Yes |
Other EU |
1 |
Visa Required? |
British |
No |
Australian |
No |
Canadian |
No |
USA |
No |
Other EU |
No |
Return Ticket Required? |
British |
No |
Australian |
No |
Canadian |
No |
USA |
No |
Other EU |
No |
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Dolomites Alta Via
Tour Code:
ZZ-HKITFA07
7 days /
6 nights
~$990.00
Dates: June to September
Level :
Difficulty Levels Explained
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Easy
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Easy pace and an average-to-sedentary level of fitness. You should be in good health and fit enough for full day of normal sightseeing and walking.
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Easy to Moderate
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An average level of fitness or some experience with the featured
activity is recommended.
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Moderate
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Requires you to have performed the featured activity regularly, with
some periods on challenging terrain. Activities are mandatory and
you may be traveling at high elevations. You need to be in good health and physical condition to enjoy these trips, with adequate muscular strength and cardiovascular endurance.
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Demanding
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You must be extremely physically fit and are expected to hike or
ride four to six hours over steep or more rugged terrain. |
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Strenuous
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Prolonged hiking/biking on moderate to difficult terrain (five to nine hours a day).
May include high altitude, rugged terrain etc.. |
Introduction
Day to Day Itinerary
Rates | Dates
Accomodation
Airport:
Innsbruck
Location on Google Map
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Climate
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