Hiking in the Dolomites

Day 1 (Saturday): ARRIVAL TO DOLOMITES

Pick up at Trieste or Venice and departure to the Dolomites. It takes approximately 3 hours from the Venice airport. Arrival at the Dolomiti Bellunesi National Park and accommodation in the Arabba / Campolongo / Corvara / Gardena area. Meeting with the guide to talk about the details of the hiking in the Dolomites and dinner at the hotel.

Pick up at the train station in Trieste (12:00), Trieste airport (13:00), Venice airport (15:00). For any other hours, contact your travel agent.

Day 2 (Sunday): TREKKING VIEL DEL PAN

After breakfast, transfer to the mythical Passo Pordoi, border between the Veneto and Trentino – Alto Adige regions. From there we will walk the famous circular route Viel del Pan – one of the most beautiful hiking experiences in the Dolomites. It is an easy and rewarding walk with incredible views of Marmolada‘s north face (the highest peak in the Dolomites). The hike follows the historical path used during WWI to transport food and passes by the beautiful Fedaia Lake at the foot of Mt. Marmolada. Return to Passo Pordoi from where we will transfer you back to the hotel.

Difficulty level: easy // Length: 12.6 km // Elevation gain: Passo Pordoi – Ref. Viel del Pan (+/- 200m) & Ref. Viel del Pan – Lake Fedaia (+/- 380m) // Approximate time : 5h

Day 3 (Monday): HIKING THROUGH THE PRALONGIA MEADOWS

Breakfast and transfer to the Valparola pass to enjoy the second day of hiking in the Dolomites. From the Valparola pass we will follow the Settsass mountain range across the vast Pralongià meadows above Corvara and slowly gain height as we cross the plateau. After a rest in the mountain hut we will make a slow descent to Corvara where we eill catch a local bus and return to the hotel. Dinner and accommodation.

Difficulty level: easy/moderate // Length: 8 km // Elevation gain: ↑ 150 m, ↓ 450 m // Approximate time: 5 h

Day 4 (Tuesday): CLIMB TO THE OLDEST DOLOMITAS HUT ON NUVOLAU

Breakfast and transfer to Passo Giau (2236 m), one of the most beautiful starting points for hiking in the Dolomites. This mountain pass offers great views of various mountain groups. From here we will slowly ascend to the peak of Nuvolau (2575 m) probably the most famous peaks in the Dolomites. It’s the most difficult march of our hiking program, but totally worth the effort, since the peak will reward us with incredible vistas. A wide 360-degree view from the Marmolada ski resort to the famous Tofana Mountains and to the Austrian glaciers. Its strategic position made it one of the most important observatory during the WWI. After taking in the views will descent and continuation towards Passo Falzarego where we will take a local bus to the hotel. Dinner and accommodation at the hotel.

Difficulty level: moderate/difficult // Length: approximately 13 km // Elevation: ↓ 385 m ↑ 650 m // Time: 6 h

Hiking in the Dolomites – Enjoy the vast meadows and beautiful rocky walls

Day 5 (Wednesday): TURQUOISE BLUE DAY IN LAKE DI SORAPIS

After breakfast we will move to the area of ​​the glamorous Cortina D ’Ampezzo* also known as “the pearl of the Dolomites”. The beauty of the Ampezzo Valley attracts visitors from all over the world at any time of the year. In winter, with its ski slopes and in summer, with its natural beauty and endless options for cycling and hiking.

From Passo Tre Croci where we will start with a beautiful hiking excursion to Lago di Sorapis renown for its stunning turquoise colour. You should be aware that this trail is a bit more challenging, especially for those afraid of heights. There is a steel cable you will need to hold on to. Return to the Passo Tre Croci along the circular route and transfer back to the hotel. Dinner and accommodation.

Difficulty level: moderate // Length: 14 km // Elevation: ↓↑ 900 m // Approximate time: 5 – 6 h

Day 6 (Thursday): TURNING THROUGH TRE CIME DI LAVAREDO

We’ve saved the best of hiking in the Dolomites for last! Without much effort you will enjoy amazing views of the famous rocky peaks known as Tre Cime di Lavaredo. We will transfer you to Passo Auronzo at 2320 meters from where we will start the easy circular route full of great photo opportunities. On the way we will also make a stop a one of the mountain huts where you can get lunch while taking in the view of the three peaks. Return to Passo Auronzo and transfer to the hotel. Dinner and accommodation.

Difficulty level: easy // Length: 10 km // Slope: ↓↑ 400 m // Approximate time: 4 h – 5 h

Day 7 (Friday): DOLOMITAS – VENICE

Breakfast. The days of hiking in the Dolomites are over, but the journey continues to Venice, the world-famous floating city full of amazing architecture and incredible history. The passengers can also make an agreement with a driver guide to visit other places in the region or make additional hikes. At the end of the day the guide leaves the passengers at the Venice hotel (Mestre area) and says goodbye. Free afternoon to enjoy in Venice. Accommodation in Venice.

Day 8 (Saturday): VENICE – AIRPORT

Breakfast. Transfer from the hotel to the airport for your return flight. End of our services.

It is also possible to extend your stay in Venice or continue your travels by taking a hiking or cultural trip in Slovenia.