ITALY

DOLOMITES of VAL PUSTERIA

ITALY

DOLOMITES of VAL PUSTERIA

  • Breathtaking natural landscapes: jagged limestone peaks, shimmering turquoise lakes, emerald-green slopes
  • excellent bird-spotting; stunning flowers; unrivalled Alpine views
  • World famous Tre Cime – symbol of the Dolomites and a UNESCO World Heritage Site

DEPOSIT : To reserve your space, a $400 deposit per person is required.  Final payment is due 60 days prior to the trip departure date.  If applying within 60 days of the trip departure, full payment is required.

Note: Includes 9 days/8 nights, ground transportation, most meals, all entrance fees & tours, full-time naturalist, guide & escort.  

TRIP DATES

July 20 – July 28, 2026

PRICE

$ Double Occupancy:   $2895

$ Single  Occupancy:     $3295

Trip Details

  • Breathtaking natural landscapes: jagged limestone peaks, shimmering turquoise lakes, emerald-green slopes
  • excellent bird-spotting; stunning flowers; unrivalled Alpine views
  • World famous Tre Cime – symbol of the Dolomites and a UNESCO World Heritage Site

DEPOSIT : To reserve your space, a 30% deposit per person is required.  Final payment is due 60 days prior to the trip departure date.  If applying within 60 days of the trip departure, full payment is required.

Note: Includes 9 days/8 nights, ground transportation, most meals, all entrance fees & tours, full-time naturalist, guide & escort.  

TRIP DATES

July 20 – July 28, 2026

$ Coming Soon Double Occupancy

$ Coming Soon Single

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Trip Details

About this trip

A paradise of their own within the Alps, the Dolomites rise out of the top of Italy’s “boot,” scintillating in the sun and casting shades of pink, grey, yellow, and icy blue across the razor-sharp peaks.  Their name originates from the rock Dolomia, discovered by the French geologist Dèodat de Dolomieu, who was the first to understand the rock’s unique mineral combination of magnesium and calcium.  Two hundred million years ago, this area was the bottom of an ocean; the towers and pinnacles that now soar over 10,000 feet, were formed over time as an ancient coral reef.  Today dark coniferous forests, lush alpine meadows, and crystal lakes create the setting for our amazing hikes and relaxing strolls.  Look for wild deer, chamois, and even a golden eagle here in the national parks of the Dolomite Range.

Picturesque villages, historic castles, and vestiges of the First World War are part of our trip, too, together with the superb wines and cuisine of the region.  The trails that wind through the glacially carved valleys lead to spectacular views of the surrounding summits, and our trip provides a complete introduction to the whole area’s majesty.   If serenity is what you seek, you’ll find it here in the Dolomites.

Note for Walkers

Our walking is along superbly varied and well-maintained footpaths. Walkers should have a good fitness level, be confident on uneven terrain, and not suffer from vertigo.

DAY 1: ARRIVAL

Day 2: Seceda and Col Raiser

We start our day via public bus to Santa Cristina and then Cable car to Col Raiser for a panoramic view onto the peaks of Seceda.  We will be immediately impressed by the stunning panoramic views of the Odle/Geisler peaks, Monte de Stevia, Sass Rigais and Monte Pic.  We’ll soon reach a popular and historic mountain hut, Rifugio Firenze, from where we’ll begin our climb onto a rocky glacier-bed where horses are often seen enjoying the sunshine and the grassy fields.  Then we’re off to Pieralongia Alm, where we can stop for refreshments and taste the home-made cakes and yogurt.  A final push will lead us to the highest point of today’s hike, the legendary Seceda, with its impressive viewpoint overlooking the Odle peaks, the Sassolungo and Sassopiatto and the idyllic Alpe I Siusi plateau.  We’ll then descend across fields and gravel roads toward the Col Raiser cable-car station and our starting point.  Then it’s back to Santa Cristina by public bus.
Elev. Gain – 520 meters
Duraiton 4.5 hous walk – 11 km

Day 3: Plan de Gralba and Sassolungo

Travel by public bus to Plan de Gralba for our  Hike to Sassoungo, a spectacular circuit around the Sassolungo and Sassopiatto massifs. We’re on the famous Friedrick-August-Weg, following ancient shepherd routes and hillsides coated in wildflowers.  As we continue, we have the option to reach Rifugio Vicenza, surrounded by towering rock peaks.  The route continues to Rifugio Comici,  where we’ll tackle a final uphill section to the Ciampinoi cable-car station for a ride down to Selva.
Elevation 450 meters
Duration: 4.5 hours – 11 km

Day 4: Santa Maddalena Panorama Trail

In the morning we take our private coach to Val di Funes, a paradise for mountain lovers. In fact, it’s the birthplace of Reinhold Messner, the first ever mountaineer to ascend Mount Everest without supplemental oxygen and the first ever to ascend all fourteen of the world’s peaks over 8,000 meters.  Above the valley lies the flank of the Odle/Geisler mountain group, crowned with spectacular rugged peaks.  After a visit to the picturesque Santa Maddalena church (one of the most popular photo motifs of the Dolomites) we begin our hike on the Panorama Trail, that connects the town of Santa Maddalena with the town of St Peter.  En route we hike through idyllic landscapes beneath the spectacular Odle peaks.  Return to Selva by private coach.
Elevation Gain: 400 meters
Duration: 4 hours – 9 km

Day 5: Bolzano and the wine road

Our day begins with a guided tour of Bolzano, where Germanic and Latin cultures meet and Austrian tradition merges with the Italian Dolce Vita.  We take time to stroll under the beautiful arcades and and enjoy the colourful fruit market.  Then we’re off for a drive along the wine road, surrounded by vineyards, to Lake Caldaro.  Visit to a typical cellar for an explanation of the production process, followed by a tasting of local wines and a light lunch with local delicacies.  Transfer to Selva di Val Gardena.

DAY 6: Val di Genova

The abundance of water, the impetuous jumps, the spectacular waterfalls, which can be admired by walking along the “Waterfall Trail” of the Val di Genova, have made this itinerary famous since ancient times.  Along the way, we’ll be impressed by the numerous waterfalls which make the excursion particularly fascinating.  Going up the valley, imposing granite rock formations rise from the valley floor and from the expanses of glaciers that cover vast surfaces at the highest altitudes.  With the shuttle from Madonna di Campiglio, we reach the Ponte Maria and walk toward Rifugio Bedole and the Malga Matarot from where we can enjoy a breathtaking view of the Presanella mountain. Then it’s back for our shuttle from Malga Bedole to Madonna di Campiglio.
Elevation Gain: 650 meters              
Duration: 4 hours walk – 12 km

Day 7: Brenta Dolomites & Vallesinella Waterfalls

The excursion at the foot of the Brenta Dolomites to the waterfalls of VAllesinella and the Tuckett refuge is certainly one of the most famous hikes of the Dolomites and Madonna di Campiglio.  It allows us to discover different naturalistic aspects of the area, from the rock of Dolomia to the woods with streams and waterfalls, immersed in dreamlike landscapes.  Then it’s by cable car to Groste for our walk to Mountain Hut Tuckett, the Fridolin valley, and refuge Casinel.  Afterwards, we walk to Vallesinella Waterfalls for our shuttle back to Madonna di Campiglio.
Elevation Gain: 50 Meters                  
Duration: 4 hours walk – 9 km

Day 8: Hike the 3 Lakes

Today’s walk takes us to Breenat Dolomitesone, one of the most stunningly beautiful overlooks of the Brenta Dolomites.  Then we board the Cinque Laghi cable car in Madonna di Campiglio, from the mountain refuge of the same name, to path no. 232 in the direction of Lago Ritorto and then Lago Lambin.  From there we start the descent to Lake Nambino and finally Madonna di Campiglio.  During the day we stop at an alpine dairy to taste their homemade cheese.
Elevation Gain: 300 meters                                                      
Duration:  4 hours walk – 8 km

Day 9: DEPARTURE TO AIRPORT

DETAILS
In the heart of the Northern Italian Dolomites, close to the border with Austria and dominated by the famous Tre Cime (Three Peaks), is the beautiful Tyrolean village of Dobbiaco. Starting our walks from here allows us to discover the beauty and sheer magnificence of the majestic Alta Pusteria Valley, an area renowned for its 3000m jagged peaks. UNESCO recognizes this area as one of the most unique and spectacular mountain environments in the world. With over 1000 km of trails, the Italian Dolomites are a Mecca for walkers. Our walks include a high ridge path along the Austrian border with 360-degree views over the Italian Dolomites and Austrian Alps. We’ll also enjoy a spectacular circular hike of the world-famous Tre Cime – three immense obelisks of sheer rock that have now become symbolic of the region.

NOTE FOR WALKERS:
Our walking is along superbly varied and well-maintained footpaths. Walkers should have a good fitness level, be confident on uneven terrain, and not suffer from vertigo.

DAY 1: ARRIVAL

Day 2: Seceda and Col Raiser

We start our day via public bus to Santa Cristina and then Cable car to Col Raiser for a panoramic view onto the peaks of Seceda.  We will be immediately impressed by the stunning panoramic views of the Odle/Geisler peaks, Monte de Stevia, Sass Rigais and Monte Pic.  We’ll soon reach a popular and historic mountain hut, Rifugio Firenze, from where we’ll begin our climb onto a rocky glacier-bed where horses are often seen enjoying the sunshine and the grassy fields.  Then we’re off to Pieralongia Alm, where we can stop for refreshments and taste the home-made cakes and yogurt.  A final push will lead us to the highest point of today’s hike, the legendary Seceda, with its impressive viewpoint overlooking the Odle peaks, the Sassolungo and Sassopiatto and the idyllic Alpe I Siusi plateau.  We’ll then descend across fields and gravel roads toward the Col Raiser cable-car station and our starting point.  Then it’s back to Santa Cristina by public bus.
Elev. Gain – 520 meters
Duraiton 4.5 hous walk – 11 km

Day 3: Plan de Gralba and Sassolungo

Travel by public bus to Plan de Gralba for our  Hike to Sassoungo, a spectacular circuit around the Sassolungo and Sassopiatto massifs. We’re on the famous Friedrick-August-Weg, following ancient shepherd routes and hillsides coated in wildflowers.  As we continue, we have the option to reach Rifugio Vicenza, surrounded by towering rock peaks.  The route continues to Rifugio Comici,  where we’ll tackle a final uphill section to the Ciampinoi cable-car station for a ride down to Selva.
Elevation 450 meters
Duration: 4.5 hours – 11 km

Day 4: Santa Maddalena Panorama Trail

In the morning we take our private coach to Val di Funes, a paradise for mountain lovers. In fact, it’s the birthplace of Reinhold Messner, the first ever mountaineer to ascend Mount Everest without supplemental oxygen and the first ever to ascend all fourteen of the world’s peaks over 8,000 meters.  Above the valley lies the flank of the Odle/Geisler mountain group, crowned with spectacular rugged peaks.  After a visit to the picturesque Santa Maddalena church (one of the most popular photo motifs of the Dolomites) we begin our hike on the Panorama Trail, that connects the town of Santa Maddalena with the town of St Peter.  En route we hike through idyllic landscapes beneath the spectacular Odle peaks.  Return to Selva by private coach.
Elevation Gain: 400 meters
Duration: 4 hours – 9 km

Day 5: Bolzano and the wine road

Our day begins with a guided tour of Bolzano, where Germanic and Latin cultures meet and Austrian tradition merges with the Italian Dolce Vita.  We take time to stroll under the beautiful arcades and and enjoy the colourful fruit market.  Then we’re off for a drive along the wine road, surrounded by vineyards, to Lake Caldaro.  Visit to a typical cellar for an explanation of the production process, followed by a tasting of local wines and a light lunch with local delicacies.  Transfer to Selva di Val Gardena.

DAY 6: Val di Genova

The abundance of water, the impetuous jumps, the spectacular waterfalls, which can be admired by walking along the “Waterfall Trail” of the Val di Genova, have made this itinerary famous since ancient times.  Along the way, we’ll be impressed by the numerous waterfalls which make the excursion particularly fascinating.  Going up the valley, imposing granite rock formations rise from the valley floor and from the expanses of glaciers that cover vast surfaces at the highest altitudes.  With the shuttle from Madonna di Campiglio, we reach the Ponte Maria and walk toward Rifugio Bedole and the Malga Matarot from where we can enjoy a breathtaking view of the Presanella mountain. Then it’s back for our shuttle from Malga Bedole to Madonna di Campiglio.
Elevation Gain: 650 meters              
Duration: 4 hours walk – 12 km

Day 7: Brenta Dolomites & Vallesinella Waterfalls

The excursion at the foot of the Brenta Dolomites to the waterfalls of VAllesinella and the Tuckett refuge is certainly one of the most famous hikes of the Dolomites and Madonna di Campiglio.  It allows us to discover different naturalistic aspects of the area, from the rock of Dolomia to the woods with streams and waterfalls, immersed in dreamlike landscapes.  Then it’s by cable car to Groste for our walk to Mountain Hut Tuckett, the Fridolin valley, and refuge Casinel.  Afterwards, we walk to Vallesinella Waterfalls for our shuttle back to Madonna di Campiglio.
Elevation Gain: 50 Meters                  
Duration: 4 hours walk – 9 km

Day 8: Hike the 3 Lakes

Today’s walk takes us to Breenat Dolomitesone, one of the most stunningly beautiful overlooks of the Brenta Dolomites.  Then we board the Cinque Laghi cable car in Madonna di Campiglio, from the mountain refuge of the same name, to path no. 232 in the direction of Lago Ritorto and then Lago Lambin.  From there we start the descent to Lake Nambino and finally Madonna di Campiglio.  During the day we stop at an alpine dairy to taste their homemade cheese.
Elevation Gain: 300 meters                                                              
Duration:  4 hours walk – 8 km

Day 9: DEPARTURE TO AIRPORT

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