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Alta Via 1 Self Guided 7-day Active AV1-7

Trail marking on the Alta Via 1
Enjoying open green meadows on the AV1
One of the last passes on the Alta Via 1
Beautiful views near Rifugio Coldai on the Alta Via 1
Looking back toward Passo Falzarego on the AV1

Highlights

  • GO hike hut to hut across the Italian Dolomites, which are cherished for their unique beauty and war history
  • GO back in time and immerse yourself in World War I history
  • 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 trek 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.
Crossing the Alta Via 1 in only 7 days, means the hiking days will be longer and more challenging than following a standard, 10-day itinerary.
​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.
Before committing to the Alta Via 1, we definitely recommend you check out our self-guided itineraries for the Best of the Dolomites Trek as well.

The 7-day Alta Via 1 itinerary is no longer available for 2023 dates. Booking is currently open for 2024. 

Please check our Yard Sale for itineraries that have been canceled by customers that are available at a 20% discount.
 

For a current list of tours that are still available in 2023, please send an email to: [email protected].

 

 

 

Length        7 days

Season        July through early-September

Airport       Airport: Venice, Italy

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12/15 Responsible Travel Leader
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We accept bookings up to 21 days prior to the start date of the tour

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  1. Initiate the booking process by selecting the green button labeled, GO Book the Tour
  2. Complete the fields in the booking process and continue on to process the deposit (usually 20%, sometimes 30%) via Paypal (Paypal account not needed)
  3. We'll start checking availability and working on your bookings. As long as there is availability, we will book the accommodations and send you your eGuidebook within 21 days of the booking (this may take longer for custom tours and last-minute tours). This will include GPS waypoints of the accommodations and will be in a format that can be saved on your smartphone for convenient use on the tour. If any changes need to be made during the tour, there will be a phone number available to you during the tour, although additional charges may apply

If there are any issues with availability, we will contact you and work with you to find an alternative solution. If we are unable to find one, we will refund the deposit in full.

The remaining balance for the tour is due 30 days prior to the first date of the tour.

Group Discount

Group Discount

Only one discount will be applied per tour participant. Discounts are only applicable to tours. Discounts are not applicable to fees or additional services, such as Airport to Airport Packages or bicycle rentals.

Groups of 6 or more: 15% discount for all participants & customize an existing tour without Customization Fees

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