Highlights of the Dolomites
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You will meet your guide and the rest of your group at the pre-trip hotel in Cortina D'Ampezzo. This evening there will be a welcome dinner and a pre-trek briefing to ensure everyone is fully prepared for the trip. Depending on your arrival time there may be a chance to get out and explore the town a little. The scenery is superb, the peaks of Pomagagnon, Monte Cristallo and Cima Tofana can be seen rising up above the town.
This morning we drive to the top of the Falzarego Pass, the starting point of the iconic Cinque Torri (5 towers) path. The trail begins by gaining height gently until we reach a bolder field at the foot of Averau, a Rocky citadel whose summit sits at 2649m. We circle around the peak to reach the Nuvolau Pass where it is possible to ascend an extra 150m to the summit of Nuvolau for fabulous panoramic views. We then rejoin the Cinque Torri path and discover the remains of first world war battles between Italian and Austro-Hungarian troops, still visible even now. In the afternoon we return to our hotel in Cortina.
Today we return once more to the Falzarego Pass but with a different objective. We begin the beautiful climb to the summit of Lagazuoi. From the top we have 360 degree views and can see the Maromlada, at 3343m the highest peak in the Dolomites and the only peak to be glaciated. We descend again to a pleasant valley at the foot of impressive vertical cliffs to find the Scotoni refuge where we can pause for a rest before climbing a final pass to return to our transfer and head back to our hotel.
Tofana di Rozes is the seventh highest peak in the Dolomite Mountains at 3225m. Its high rock faces are home to steep and exposed via ferrata. From the Dibona Refuge we will start our circuit of the mountain. A dramatic balcony path offers outstanding views of the surrounding peaks including the Cinque Torri which we discovered yesterday and Croda del Lago which we will discover tomorrow. We also have views of the stunning Travenanzes Valley. In the afternoon we return to Cortina by private transfer.
This morning we head up to the Giau Pass where we begin a hike that showcases the incredible diversity of the Dolomites. We follow a gentle path to green meadows and discover breath taking views of peaks battered by the elements into savagely sharp pinnacles. We circle around the cliffs of Croda Del Lago before descending to Lago di Federa and pausing for a time to photograph the magnificent scenery. Our trail continues into dense forest where we cross cascading streams before reaching the road once more and returning to Cortina.
On our final day of exploration in the Dolomites we head out early to make the most of the day; beating the crowds to the most iconic and mythical peaks in the region. The amazing Tre Cima di Lavaredo. These three giant monoliths have been enticing trekkers and rock climbers for over 100 years and it is easy to see why. Cima Grande, the highest point at 2999m is flanked by Cima Ovest on one side and Cima Piccola on the other. The main peak was first climbed in 1869 but it was not until 1933 that the mighty north face of Cima Grande was first scaled by Emilio Comici. This is still considered by modern mountaineers to be one of the great north faces of the Alps.
Our hike today will take us up to the Locatelli Refuge from where we will have fantastic views of the north faces of all three of the peaks. We then veer off and take a quieter route, encircling the Tre Cima before re-joining the main path and descending back to our transfer vehicle. We will turn to Cortina by mid afternoon.
After breakfast at our hotel we say our goodbyes and head off on our onward travels.
This adventure is of moderate difficulty as although the trekking days are consecutive, you will be able to get a good rest each evening at the hotel.
This
adventure in the Dolomite is full board. Italian gastronomy is one of the richest and tastiest in the world and we are confident you will love the meals
we provide. A
continental style breakfast is served at your hotel each morning. There will be yoghurt, fresh fruit, a range of pastries, cheeses,
cold meats and a selection of hot options along with plenty of tea and coffee. Each
day you guide will prepare a picnic lunch for you to carry in your
daypack. This will usually consist of a freshly made sandwich with bread from the bakery, some snacks and a piece of fruit. Evening
meals will be taken either at the hotel or at a nearby restaurant. At the hotel there will be a choice of two starters and main
courses for you to decide between and a desserts for afterwards. In Italy, the first course often tends to be the most filling, whereas the second course is all about the flavour, so don't be alarmed if your starter is equivalent in size to a main meal!
If
you have special dietary requirements please inform us as soon as possible
after booking your trip. We will work
with you to ensure your needs are met.
On this trip we will stay in one hotel in
Cortina d’Ampezzo for the full duration of your stay. The hotel will be of 3
star standard with double or twin rooms and private bathrooms. Single rooms can be arranged on request
and subject to availability.
We advise you to bring a 30-40 litre day
sack to carry with you each day containing your lunch, water, spare clothing
and camera etc. A larger 60-80 litre duffel bag for the bulk of your luggage
can be left in your hotel room each day.
The
currency in Italy is
the Euro (EUR). For the latest exchange rates please see www.xe.com.
The
simplest way to pay for things in the Dolomites is to use an international credit
card or debit card. Visa and Mastercard are accepted everywhere
alongside standard travel cards such as Monzo
and Revolut. You may wish to have some
Euros to hand, to pay for smaller items or souvenirs in case the trader does
not accept cards. Credit and debit cards are also not accepted at the
mountain refuges so you will need to carry enough cash for snacks, drinks and
any personal expenses.
The
average cost of a meal for 2 in Cortina
is around €50 ($55). Its
not a cheap place to eat out. If
you are wanting to buy some souvenirs to take home
then these generally cost anywhere between €5 ($6) for small items to €500
($550) for larger more bespoke gifts. Don't forget you will also need to budget
for drinks whilst in the refuges too. Therefore, our recommended guidance for
spending budget in the Dolomites would be roughly €220 on top of any tips, to
give you ample souvenir spending money.
We prefer that you do not wear cotton
clothing, including underwear, when participating in activities. When cotton
gets wet from water or sweat it ceases to insulate and does not dry quickly.
The best materials for outdoor activities are fast drying materials like
polyester or materials which are warm when wet like wool. The most powerful
materials against the wind and rain are 'breathable' materials like Gore-Tex or
Nikwax.
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29/06/2025 | 05/07/2025 | $2,595 £1,999 |
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20/07/2025 | 26/07/2025 | $2,985 £2,299 |
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03/08/2025 | 09/08/2025 | $3,115 £2,399 |
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28/06/2026 | 04/07/2026 | $2,699 £2,149 |
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19/07/2026 | 25/07/2026 | $2,999 £2,349 |
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02/08/2026 | 08/08/2026 | $3,199 £2,549 |
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30/08/2026 | 05/09/2026 | $3,199 £2,549 |
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