HHT8 Alta Via 1 Across the Dolomites
13-day Relaxed Itinerary
GO cross the iconic Dolomites by foot
GO experience the Alps · GO live your bucket list · GO where your colleagues can't find you
Highlights
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GO hike across the Italian Dolomites, which are cherished for their unique beauty and war history
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GO back in time and immerse yourself in World War I history
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GO take alternate routings to enjoy comfortable trails that avoid exposure that is typical on trails throughout the Dolomites and the Alps
The Alta Via 1 is Italy's highlight long-distance hiking trail and leads awe-struck hikers through the Dolomites from north to south. This route is famous, and for very good reason. Along the way are a multitude of comfortable mountain huts. What makes this tour truly stand out is the World War I history, as it passes by former battlefields, fortification remnants, and other clues that this serene environment was not always so peaceful. We recommend doing some reading on World War I history in the Dolomites before the tour, to make it that much more interesting.
There are multiple variations to the Alta Via 1, and we have chosen primarily routes that are comfortable for most hikers, meaning minimum exposure. A via ferrata lies at the very end of the Alta Via I, but our route exits beforehand. If you are interested in the via ferrata, please reach out to us and let us know, so we can plan your tour accordingly.
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Only 20% payment due at the time of booking!
Alta Via 1
Map and Elevation Profile
Exact elevation gain per day will vary according to availability
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Choose your own pace
Choose your own hiking buddies
Alta Via 1
13-day Itinerary
This itinerary is likely to vary based on the availability of the accommodations
*Estimated time is based on a pace of 4.2 km. per hour and 400 m. elevation gain per hour.
Time for stops is not included. Actual hiking times will vary.
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Packages
Included in all packages
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Exclusive access to tours in a navigation app, even when offline
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Personalized eGuidebook containing maps, daily itinerary, accommodation information and more
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GPX File
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Optional Airport to Airport full service booking
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Booking and logistics assistance during your tour
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Unlimited time spent answering your questions
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Peace of mind by leaving the planning and booking to local experts
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More time for the important things in life
*When booked 2 or more months in advance
**The term "room" at a mountain hut varies greatly from hut to hut. These are often shared rooms that are smaller than the dormitories. Rooms book quickly at the huts. When there is no availability, you may end up in the dormitory.
Add-ons
Airport to Airport Package from Venice Public
360€
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1 night in a simple hotel near Lago di Braies
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Transportation between Venice and Cortina d'Ampezzo, as well as Belluno and Venice (public transportation)
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Note: there are 3 required bus transfers that must be paid in cash on site. We will provide timetables for these
Airport to Airport Package from Venice Private
850€*
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1 night in a 4-star hotel at Lago di Braies (based on availability)
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Transportation between Venice and Lago di Braies; the end of the tour at La Pissa and Belluno; as well as Belluno and Venice (private transportation)
Luggage Transportation from
Cortina d'Ampezzo to Belluno
(up to 3 25 kg. bags)
170€
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this requires a stay in Cortina d'Ampezzo rather than at Lago di Braies the night before the tour
Luggage Transportation from
Lago di Braies to 3 refuges and Belluno
(up to 3 25 kg. bags)
350€
All prices are per person
*Private transportation packages require a minimum of double occupancy
Not included
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Paper map
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Emergency response and rescue
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Flights
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Beverages
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Any meals not specified
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Sheets at mountain huts (a sleeping bag liner or travel sheet is required: read more)
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Fees for any additional transportation used during the hiking tour, such as lifts, gondolas, and buses
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Some accommodations charge tourist or city taxes that must be paid on site. These rarely exceed 2€ per person per night