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Alpe Adria
Northern Italy
Italy
The long-distance hiking path Alpe Adria Trail starts in Carinthia and runs through Slovenia to Friuli-Venezia Giulia; therefore it is a meeting point of three cultures. The tour offers both culturally and naturally enormous variety: starting with the place of pilgrimage of Castelmonte, through Cormons, Karst and Brda to the end of this stage in Trieste, a former Habsburg city.
This hiking track runs along existing paths which are connected to each other. It was conceived as an easy-to-walk pleasure trail in mainly non-alpine terrain. No climbing knowledge required.
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Rates and Dates for 2024
Rates include*:
Accommodation, All breakfasts, Tour information package (maps, route descriptions...), Video briefing, Navigation app, Luggage transfers & Phone hotline service.
A | 2024 | 8 day self-guided tour - High | 8d / 7n | €850 | $935 |
B | 2024 | 8 day self-guided tour - Low | 8d / 7n | €790 | $870 |
* prices are per person based on double/twin occupancy
Transfer and Other Charges:
2024
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Shuttle transfer every Saturday from Trieste to Cividale del Friuli, pp
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€
40
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$40
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2024
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Extra nights - please inquire
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€
0
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$0
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2024
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Single supplement
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€
230
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$255
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This is a self-guided tour, there is not an official meeting.
The trip starts on Day 1 when you check in to your 1st hotel in Cividale del Friuli.
Tour Dates for 2024
Check here for details and availability
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A |
2024
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08/24
- 08/31
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8d / 7n
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8 day self-guided tour - Hig...
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2
/10
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Expired
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A |
2024
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08/31
- 09/07
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8d / 7n
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8 day self-guided tour - Hig...
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2
/10
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Expired
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B |
2024
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09/07
- 09/14
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8d / 7n
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8 day self-guided tour - Low
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2
/10
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Expired
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B |
2024
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09/14
- 09/21
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8d / 7n
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8 day self-guided tour - Low
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2
/10
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Expired
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B |
2024
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09/21
- 09/28
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8d / 7n
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8 day self-guided tour - Low
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2
/10
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Expired
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B |
2024
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09/28
- 10/05
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8d / 7n
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8 day self-guided tour - Low
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2
/10
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Expired
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B |
2024
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10/05
- 10/12
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8d / 7n
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8 day self-guided tour - Low
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2
/10
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Expired
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B |
2024
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10/12
- 10/19
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8d / 7n
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8 day self-guided tour - Low
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2
/10
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Expired
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B |
2024
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10/19
- 10/26
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8d / 7n
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8 day self-guided tour - Low
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2
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Reserve
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B |
2024
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10/26
- 11/02
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8d / 7n
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8 day self-guided tour - Low
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2
/10
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Reserve
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B |
2024
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11/02
- 11/09
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8d / 7n
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8 day self-guided tour - Low
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2
/10
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Reserve
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Custom dates possible for groups of 5+ pax
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Rates do not include:
Drinks, Lunches and dinners, Transfers & Travel insurance.
Tourist tax (if requested) has to be paid on the spot.
Sample Itinerary - subject to changes
Day 1: Arrival in Cividale del Friuli
Individual arrival at the hotel in Cividale del Friuli.
Meals included: none
Overnight in Cividale del Friuli
Day 2: Cividale del Friuli to Prepotto
The path out of the Langobard town takes you to Castelmonte, the oldest sanctuary in the region of Friuli-Venezia Giulia, even one of the oldest Christian sanctuaries. Enjoy the breathtaking view over the plain of Friuli and the Slovenian Brda. The day will end with a good glass of wine in Prepotto. Alternatively, you can follow the official Alpe Adria Trail.
Ascent: approx. 520 m / descent approx. 540 m / approx. 7 hours (shorter option: ascent approx. 90 m / descent approx. 110 m / approx. 3-4 hours)
Meals included: Breakfast
Overnight in Prepotto
Day 3: Prepotto to Smartno and surroundings
Today’s route takes you along the Italian-Slovenian border, passing the vineyard landscapes of the Collio and numerous churches. Your destination for the day is Smartno, a small residential area in the township of Brda. Your gaze will wander from the Carnic Alps over the wide Friuli to the Adria.
Ascent: approx. 620 m / descent approx. 460 m / approx. 5 hours
Meals included: Breakfast
Overnight in Smartno
Day 4: Smartno and surroundinggs to Cormons
Surrounded by grape vine plants of the famous DOC wines, as well as old and autochthonous grape variety which play an even more a role in recent years, you reach Cormons with its Habsburg flair. This small town is nowadays the cultural centre of the Collio. Indulge yourself in a taste of good wine in the Enoteca directly on the main square.
Ascent: approx. 350 m / descent approx. 550 m / approx. 4-5 hours
Meals included: Breakfast
Overnight in Cormons
Day 5: Cormons to Gradisca d’Isonzo
Today you hike through the hilly landscape of the “Görzer Collio” to Gradisca. The name Gradisca has Slavic roots and means “settled place”. Under Venetian rule it was built into a fortress against the Turkish threat from the East at the end of the 15th century. While Austria was ruling, the fort was used as prison. In the historic centre you will find the “Enoteca Regionale” (regional wine-store) in the Palazzo dei Provveditori (15th century), known as LA SERENISSIMA. You can taste different wines of the region and buy them. Further objects of interest are remainders of the mighty town walls.
Ascent: approx. 100 m / descent approx. 120 m / approx. 4-5 hours
Meals included: Breakfast
Overnight in Gradisca d’Isonzo
Day 6: Gradisca d’Isonzo to Duino/Sistiana
You leave Gradisca d`Isonzo and the plain of the Isonzo territory and hike through the barren karst, which is characterised by many traces of the First World War. Numerous subterranean water courses in the basin of the river Isonzo share your way today (e.g. Doberdo del Lago), as well as the water mouth of the river Timavo. This river with its length of 2 km is probably the shortest river in the world. The last part of the tour from Monfalcone to Duino/Sistiana can be shortened by using the bus (ticket not included). At the end of the day Duino welcomes you with its homonymous castle.
Ascent: approx. 670 m / descent approx. 650 m / approx. 8-9 hours (shorter option with bus: ascent approx. 420 m / descent approx. 420 m / approx. 6 hours)
Meals included: Breakfast
Overnight in Duino/Sistiana
Day 7: Duino/Sistiana to Trieste
The first part of the route takes you on the famous trail of Rilke which is named after the homonymous German author. You continue as if on a terrace along the karst to Prosecco and the capital city of Friuli-Venezia Giulia, Trieste. Have a relaxed end of the day on the main square (Piazza della Libertà) with its opulent buildings.
Ascent: approx. 460 m / descent approx. 500 m / approx. 7-8 hours
Meals included: Breakfast
Overnight in Prepotto
Day 8: Departure
Individual departure or possibility to extend your stay.
Meals included: Breakfast
Meeting:
Cividale del Friuli
Airport:
Trieste or Venice
Train station:
Cividale del Friuli
Distance:
35 / 133 km
This is a self-guided tour, there is not an official meeting.
The trip starts on Day 1 when you check in to your 1st hotel in Cividale del Friuli.
Tack:
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Horses:
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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
14
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Riders:
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Min
2 riders
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Max
10 riders
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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
Prepotto 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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44
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47
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55
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62
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71
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78
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82
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82
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72
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63
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53
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45
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Average Low Temperature (°F)
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28
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29
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35
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41
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49
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56
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59
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59
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51
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45
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38
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30
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Average High Temperature (°C)
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7
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8
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13
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17
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22
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25
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28
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28
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22
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17
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12
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7
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Average Low Temperature (°C)
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-2
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-2
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1
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5
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10
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13
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15
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15
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11
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7
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3
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-1
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Average Precipitation (days of rain)
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6
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5
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6
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8
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9
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8
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7
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7
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8
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9
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9
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7
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Source: NOAA
Seasons
Because of its proximity with the coast, this region benefits from a Mediterranean climate with mild winters and lots of sunshine all year long.
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 guesthouses as well as 3 star hotels offering 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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Horses:
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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
14
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Riders:
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2 riders
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Max
10 riders
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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 |
This information is not being updated on a regular basis. Hidden Trails does not
take any responsibility for the accuracy of the above information. Please, consult
the embassy or consulate for updated info.
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Alpe Adria
Tour Code:
ZZ-HKITFA03
8 days /
7 nights
Dates :
Apr-Nov
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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2. |
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
Accommodation
Tack:
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Airport:
Trieste or Venice
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