Experience the breathtaking beauty of the Dolomites, a UNESCO World Heritage site, on this 7-day active retreat. Hike through spectacular landscapes of jagged peaks, alpine meadows, and crystal-clear lakes. Discover the unique blend of Italian and Austrian cultures in this northern region of Italy.
Highlights
What's Included
Not Included
Arrival in Bolzano, Gear Check
Arrive at Bolzano Airport or train station and transfer to your hotel. Meet your guide for a welcome briefing, gear check, and discussion of the week's hiking itinerary. Evening at leisure to explore Bolzano, the gateway to the Dolomites, with its blend of Italian and Austrian cultures.
Locations:Bolzano
Meals:None
Accommodation:Comfortable hotel in Bolzano
Hike Around Alpe di Siusi
Transfer to Compaccio and take a cable car up to Alpe di Siusi (Seiser Alm), Europe's largest high-altitude alpine meadow. Enjoy a scenic circular hike with spectacular views of the Sassolungo and Sasso Piatto mountain groups. The hike is approximately 10 km with 400m elevation gain. Return to Bolzano in the late afternoon.
Locations:Bolzano, Alpe di Siusi
Meals:Breakfast, Packed Lunch
Accommodation:Comfortable hotel in Bolzano
Seceda & Ortisei
Transfer to the charming village of Ortisei in Val Gardena. Take a cable car up to Seceda ridge for a breathtaking hike with panoramic views of the Dolomites. Follow the trail to the Pieralongia hut for lunch. Descend to Ortisei and enjoy some free time to explore this traditional woodcarving center. Return to Bolzano in the evening.
Locations:Bolzano, Seceda, Ortisei
Meals:Breakfast
Accommodation:Comfortable hotel in Bolzano
Tre Cime di Lavaredo
Full-day excursion to the iconic Tre Cime di Lavaredo (Three Peaks), perhaps the most famous sight in the Dolomites. Hike the classic circuit around these three distinctive battlement-like peaks, with stops at mountain refuges. The hike is approximately 10 km with 400m elevation gain. Return to Bolzano in the evening.
Locations:Bolzano, Tre Cime di Lavaredo
Meals:Breakfast, Packed Lunch
Accommodation:Comfortable hotel in Bolzano
Free Day (Spa or Biking)
Day at leisure to rest or choose from optional activities. Relax at a local spa with alpine treatments, or join a guided mountain biking excursion on beginner-friendly trails (additional cost). Alternatively, explore Bolzano's museums, including the South Tyrol Museum of Archaeology, home to Ötzi the Iceman.
Locations:Bolzano
Meals:Breakfast
Accommodation:Comfortable hotel in Bolzano
Val Gardena Hike
Transfer to Val Gardena for a scenic hike through forests and alpine meadows with views of the Sella Group. Stop at a traditional mountain hut for lunch and to sample local specialties. The afternoon hike takes you through picturesque landscapes back to the starting point. Return to Bolzano for a farewell dinner.
Locations:Bolzano, Val Gardena
Meals:Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner
Accommodation:Comfortable hotel in Bolzano
Departure
After breakfast, transfer to Bolzano Airport or train station for your departure. End of services.
Locations:Bolzano
Meals:Breakfast
Accommodation:None
