Tour the Best of the Dolomites from Cortina d’Ampezzo
Explore the most beautiful mountain scenery on a tour of the Italian Dolomites with a base in one of the world’s great mountain towns: Cortina d’Ampezzo.
The Dolomites are spectacular, and one of those places guests return to year after year. They are also a prime example of limestone mountains with plenty of character, featuring impressive vertical stone walls, towers, cliffs and steeples that make this unique mountain range a real Mecca for hikers.
For those who aren’t looking for the most daring and heart-pounding adventure, this trip offers a gentle way to discover the Dolomites, with the most beautiful hikes in the area and comfortable accommodations in the heart of the Dolomites, Cortina d’Ampezzo. The UNESCO World Heritage Site Dolomites will amaze you at every turn, so get ready for the adventure of a lifetime on the Trekking the Dolomites from Cortina d’Ampezzo Tour.
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Trekking the Dolomites from Cortina d’Ampezzo Tour Itinerary
Day 1 Arrival in Cortina d’Ampezzo
After your arrival in Cortina d’Ampezzo, your guide will meet you at your hotel in the evening. Tuck in for a good night’s sleep and prepare yourself for the wonderful week ahead of you!
Overnight Location: Hotel in Cortina d’Ampezzo
Distance: None
Meals: Dinner
Day 2 Visit Lake Sorapis
Today you will descend from the Tre Croci Pass and discover the beautiful setting of Lake Sorapis nestled in the valley below. A stunning high-level loop takes you back to the starting point of the hike after your first foray into the breathtaking Dolomite scenery.
Overnight Location: Hotel in Cortina d’Ampezzo
Distance: 5.5h + 20 min transfer, 600m ascent/600m descent
Meals: Breakfast, lunch, dinner
Day 3 Trek up the Formin Massif
Day 3 of the tour will see you climb up above Cortina d'Ampezzo for a hike in the Formin massif. Here, you will experience incredible views of the different mountain groups that make up the Dolomites. The circuit will then take you over several successive mountain passes to enjoy the scenery, before finishing the hike in a beautiful larch forest.
Overnight Location: Hotel in Cortina d’Ampezzo
Distance: 5.5h + 10 min transfer, 700m ascent/700m descent
Meals: Breakfast, lunch, dinner
Day 4 Hike to the Biella Refuge
After a transfer on a forest track, you will arrive at the Ra Stua refuge for the start of today’s hike. Following a little-used path, you will climb through a rocky landscape towards the Biella refuge, which provides an opportunity to observe the local wildlife. The return loop to Cortina d'Ampezzo will take you along a different route with some incredible viewpoints to gaze out from.
Overnight Location: Hotel in Cortina d’Ampezzo
Distance: 5.5h + 30 min transfer, 750m ascent/750m descent
Meals: Breakfast, lunch, dinner
Day 5 Explore the Area Around Tofana de Rozes
Today you will head off for a spectacular hike around Tofana de Rozes. A picturesque alpine setting awaits as you make your way along the varied and beautiful route, passing by the Giussani refuge before returning to the Tofana massif. A beautiful traverse will allow you to return in a loop to enjoy the landscape to the fullest extent.
Overnight Location: Hotel in Cortina d’Ampezzo
Distance: 6.5h + 30 min transfer, 850m ascent/850m descent
Meals: Breakfast, lunch, dinner
Day 6 Witness Tre Cime di Lavaredo
On the final hiking day of your tour, you will make your way towards one of the Dolomite’s crown jewels: Tre Cime di Lavaredo. Afterwards, you will follow a stunning and unspoilt route back to the Locatelli refuge, which is located just opposite the towers. This is certainly one of the most beautiful hikes in the Dolomites, and a fantastic way to finish the tour!
Overnight Location: Hotel in Cortina d’Ampezzo
Distance: 6h + 30 min transfer, 550m ascent/550m descent
Meals: Breakfast, lunch, dinner
Day 7 Departure Day
After enjoying one final breakfast in the hotel, you will pack your things for an individual departure from Cortina d’Ampezzo and the Dolomites.
Overnight Location: None
Distance: None
Meals: Breakfast
Trekking the Dolomites from Cortina d’Ampezzo Tour Price and Dates
This tour is run either as a private tour for your group only.
Prices below are per person.
- Guided group of 4+: from $1,595 USD per person
Accommodation on the Trekking the Dolomites from Cortina d’Ampezzo Tour
This tour is based in hotels. Accommodations on this trip are of a 3-star standard, and offer modern conveniences that can make this trip more pleasant. Rooms may have fireplaces or access to amenities such as hot tubs, steam rooms, or private decks to lounge on.
In some cases, the accommodation listed below may need to be substituted for other comparable accommodations.
Single Rooms and Solo Travellers
Rooms are double occupancy. You can pay a supplemental fee to have a private room in a hotel where possible. Solo travellers may be required to pay a supplement.
Hotels on Standard Tour
Hotel in Cortina d’Ampezzo
Known as the Pearl of the Dolomites, enjoy a night in this town in the centre of it all. Nearby attractions include the Drei Zinnen (Three Peaks) and other great massifs.
What’s Included in the Trekking the Dolomites from Cortina d’Ampezzo Tour?
Meals
6 breakfasts, 5 lunches and 6 dinners are included.
Accommodations
Accommodations for 6 nights are included. Accommodation before and after the tour can be added as a supplement.
Transportation during the Tour
Transportation is included throughout the tour, as indicated in the itinerary. Transportation to and from the start/end of the tour are not included.
Also Included
- Supervision by a qualified mountain leader
- Transfers as indicated in the programme
Not included
- Gratuities for tour guides or other staff if desired
- Food/drink not mentioned in the itinerary
- Personal hiking and travel equipment
- Transportation before/after the tour
- Anything not listed in “What’s included in your trip”.
Optional Extras
- Additional nights before or after the tour
- Single room supplement
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