Dolomites·June 30 - July 5 2024
Alta Via 1 Dolomites Trek
A 4-day trekking route that connects Lake Braies to the city of Cortina, site of the next 2026 Winter Olympics
Overview
Created in 1966 by the Austrian mountaineer Toni Hiebeler, the Alta via delle Dolomiti 1 is a superb itinerary that connects Val Pusteria (South Tyrol) to Veneto (Belluno), touching some of the most famous peaks and valleys in the history of Dolomite mountaineering. The entire route is divided into 12 stages and we will cover some of the most fascinating, engaging 4 days of walking and three nights in Alpine Refuges.
Effort level
Hard
This tour is suitable for all those sportsmen who are true fans of this sport, have an optimal athletic base and want to try something different than usual. Total walking time: 20,3 h Total ascent: 3070 m Total descent: 2200 m
Travel status
Planned
The travel is scheduled, you can book your experience. Wait our confirmation before organize your logistic for the destination chosen.
No. of participants
3-7 Participants
Highlights
Unique Mountains
Enjoy the amazing feeling of hiking the Dolomites and the overhelming view at sunset and sunrise from the highest mountains of Südtyrol.
Challenge Yourself
Medium altitude trekking with the experience of long days of walking in mountain terrain and refugees overnight sleep.
Feel the History
After each day of trekking it will be possible to share with the guide the stories of the old climbers of the Dolomites.
Itinerary
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Trip map
Day 1: Arrival
Day 2: Braies lake
Day 3: Pederù Hut
Day 4: Forcella del Lago Lagazuoi
Day 5: Passo Falzarego
Day 6: Departure
Day 1
Check-in and meeting with the guide
During this first day you will have to reach the selected accommodation by the afternoon. You can have a break in the hotel facilities such as SPA and Swimming pool. Before dinner there will be a meeting with the guide.
Day 2
Transfer to breathtaking lake and stop in local huts
In the morning quick transfer to Lake Braies (1,494 m). First stops will be at Forcella Sora Forno (2,388 mt.), at Biella Hut (2,327 mt.) and Sennes Hut (2,126 mt.) We will have dinner and overnight stay at Fodara Hut just in front the famous Croda del Becco. Fireplace evening dedicated to the history of the Dolomites, a geological island in the heart of the Alps built 250 million years ago from the Sea of Tethys.
Actual walking time: 6.30 hours.
Active height difference: 1,400 m.
Passive difference in height: 900 mt.
Day 3
Discovery of well-preserved pastures in famous natural parks
From the Fodara Vedla Refuge, in the heart of the Fanes, Sennes and Braies Natural Park, we will cross old but well-preserved pastures and huts. The walk is always varied and pleasant thanks to the many military roads and characteristic routes: we will pass through the Pederù Refuge (1,548 m.) approaching then to the wide Fanes Valley. In the Fanes Hut (2,060 m.) we will have dinner and overnight stay. Fireplace evening dedicated to the protection and management of the natural environment in the Dolomites.
Actual walking time: 5 hours.
Active height difference: 600 mt.
Passive difference in height: 400 mt.
Day 4
Discovery of military remains of the Great War
This day is characterized by many remains of the huge military works dating back to the Great War. Here the austrian and the italian army faced each other through the Forcella del Lago (2.486 m.) in the view of the Grande Lagazuoi (2.835 m.). In the afternoon we will reach the homonymous refuge (2.752 m.) where dinner and overnight stay are planned (as well as the possibility of relaxing in the sauna - one of the highest of all the Dolomites). Fireplace evening dedicated to the events of the Great War and the "Minenkrieg" of the little Lagazuoi.
Actual walking time: 5 hours.
Active height difference: 1.070 mt.
Passive difference in height: 400 mt.
Day 5
View of the Galleria del Castelletto and transfer to Cortina
From Rifugio Lagazuoi descent to Passo Falzarego (2,405 m.) along the side of the Tofane passing through the Galleria del Castelletto - a helical tunnel about 500 meters long - dug by the Italian Alpine troops to place a mine under the summit of Lagazuoi which was occupied by the Austrians. Both tunnels are equipped with ropes and supports, but require the use of front piles to have visibility and must be traveled with extreme care and caution. Here a transfer will bring us to Cortina, the next host of winter Olympics 2026. We will have the time to visit the center of Cortina and have a dinner in the village.
Actual walking time: 4 hours.
Passive difference in height: 500 mt.
Day 6
End of the adventure and departure
In the morning you will take our private transfer that will bring you to your car in Pustertall.
What's Included
Included
Lodging
Breakfast
Dinner
Certified Guide for 6 day
Transfer from Cortina to Brunico
Accident insurance for activities
Not Included
Lunch
Tourist local tax
Transport to/from Brunico
Last Dinner in Cortina
Extra Services
Travel Cancellation Insurance
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PRICE$72.74/pp
Lodging
Hotel 3-star in Bruneck
Fodara Hut
The Fodara Vedla Mountain Hut lies on the Sennes plateau immersed in green pastures in the heart of the Fanes – Senes – Braies Natural Park.
Fanes Hut
Fanes Hut is a beautiful refuge in the Dolomites. Surrounded by the mountains of South Tyrol you have the unique occasion to enjoy the nature.
Lagazuoi Hut
Located at 2752m altitude, the Lagazuoi Refuge is the highest and the largest mountain hut in Cortina d'Ampezzo.
Hotel 3-star in Cortina d'Ampezzo
Your Guide
Matteo - UIAGM/IFMGA Mountain Guide
My hometown is Trento, the capital of Trentino: a beautiful mountain land that on geographical maps resembles a butterfly with its wings spread to the east and west and the Adige Valley as a backbone. In September 2013, at the age of 25, I obtained the professional qualification of Aspiring Alpine Guide of Trentino, a real dream that I cherished since I was a child.
Dolomites
Great Dolomite walls that have made the history of mountaineering.
The site of the Dolomites comprises a mountain range in the northern Italian Alps, numbering 18 peaks which rise to above 3,000 meters and cover 141,903 ha. It features some of the most beautiful mountain landscapes anywhere, with vertical walls, sheer cliffs and a high density of narrow, deep and long valleys. A serial property of nine areas that present a diversity of spectacular landscapes of international significance for geomorphology marked by steeples, pinnacles and rock walls, the site also contains glacial landforms and karst systems.
FAQs
Liability
What are my responsibilities while traveling?
Practicing outdoor sports brings risks. Adventoured and outdoor guides do not accept any responsibility deriving from your wrong behaviors during the participation of our group travels. You are the ultimate responsible for your action.
Customer Insurance
Do I have any insurance coverage for accidents that can happen during group travel?
Of course! The cost of the trip also includes insurance that adequately covers costs that may arise from the unpleasant event of an accident during outdoor activities. In this page you can find the insurance terms and condition.
Travels
If I book a trip, do I have the possibility to cancel?
Of course! the reimbursement possibilities are as follows:
- If you cancel 45 days before the departure of the trip, you are entitled to a refund of 100% of the trip;
- If you cancel between 45 and 30 days before the departure of the trip, you are entitled to a refund of 70% of the trip;
- If you cancel within 30 days before the departure of the trip, you are not entitled to a refund
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What is the difference between planned and confirmed trip?
The planned trip is the one available for sale on the platform while the confirmed trip is the one that has reached the minimum number of participants and will start. It is important that you organize the logistics only when the trip has been confirmed by the Adventoured team.
How long can the trip be confirmed?
The goal of the Adventoured team is to find all travel companions for your outdoor trips, but we have given ourselves the terms within which our trips can become confirmed or not:
- 20 days before the start of the travel in the case of trips lasting more than 6 days;
- 7 days before the start of the travel in the case of trips lasting between 3 and 6 days;
- 48 hours before the start of the travel in the case of trips lasting less than 3 days
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What happens if I have booked a trip but it has not been confirmed by Adventoured?
Unfortunately we were unable to find the minimum number of people to start the trip you booked. At this point you have two solutions:
- Request a refund of 100% of the amount paid for the trip booked;
- Pay the difference to cover the fixed costs of the trip and start the trip anyway. Please note that in this case you could face an increase between 50% and 100% of the initial cost of the trip. To activate this opportunity we will need your response within 24 hours
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Trip Tips
Mountain Equipment
This outdoor travel will be in part in high mountain terrain. Please bring with you the right wearing equipment including a bag of medium/big size and Sleeping bag linen + blanket or summer sleeping bag.
Flexible booking conditions
All Adventoured travels have flexible booking condition! If you cancel your booking the reimbursement possibilities are as follows: - If you cancel before 45 days before the departure of the trip, you are entitled to a refund of 100% of the trip; - If you cancel between 45 and 30 days before the departure of the trip, you are entitled to a refund of 70% of the trip; - If you cancel within 30 days before the departure of the trip, you are not entitled to a refund
Travel cancellation insurance
Leave without worries and get your travel price refunded if one of these events prevents you from leaving! - if you contract COVID, become ill, or experience an accident just before leaving; - your flight or train ride is annulled or delayed for longer than 8 hours; - if your car breaks down on the way to the airport; - you have your travel documents stolen - if you have to postpone your trip due to a natural disaster at your vacation spot, such as an earthquake, avalanche, or volcanic eruption. P.s. This insurance doesn't cover your personal logistic costs (flights, train, car).
Liability during sport activities
Practicing outdoor sports brings risks. Adventoured and outdoor guides do not accept any responsibility deriving from your wrong behaviors during the participation of our group travels. You are the ultimate responsible for your action.
Logistics
As our trips require a minimum number of participants, we suggest you to not organize your logistics until your experience is confirmed by the Adventoured team.
Go Private!
If you already have a group of people to share your vacation with you can book this trip privately. Prices depend on the size of your group: - if you are 3 people the cost is €1830/each - if you are 4 people the cost is €1540/each - if you are 5 people the cost is €1350/each - if you are 6 people the cost is €1140/each Use the form in the bottom of this page to contact us!
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