Join our expert mountain leaders and a small group of like-minded adventurers to hike the most scenic trails in the Dolomites. Based at a family-run hotel in the lovely village of Campitello, we walk among jagged limestone peaks and through lush valleys, before returning home for a warm welcome and an Italian feast. With excellent chairlift, cable car and bus links, we can access a huge variety of routes, allowing us to offer two difficulty levels on each walking day: Activity Level 3 (Moderate) and 5 (Challenging). Our expert tour leaders may alter the itinerary based on weather conditions and group ability to ensure everyone's enjoyment.
Activity Areas
Centre-Based
Walking & Trekking
Walking & Trekking Bestsellers
Region & Country & City
Europe: Dolomites, Italy
Included in the Price
— All breakfasts, six dinners
— All accommodation
— All listed activities
— Tour leader throughout
— Group arrival and departure transfers available
Not Included In The Price
— Travel insurance
— Single accommodation (available on request)
— Visas or vaccinations
— Local taxes (approximately €14)
— Local transport (approximately €110)
Accommodation Information
— Accommodation: 7 Classic nights (Sport Hotel Enrosadira)
— Five days walking; one free day
— Group normally 4 to 20 plus one UK leader per Activity Level. Minimum age: 16
Map
Itinerary
Day 1 Start Campitello
We start in Campitello, a pretty Dolomite village chosen for its ease of access to the nearby hiking trails. In the evening, the leaders will hold a welcome meeting to discuss the week ahead and give advice on the area.
Day 2 Activity Level 3 (Moderate) – Walk to Rifugio Sassopiatto (7,874ft/2,400m)
Our day combines high-altitude routes that capture picture-perfect Dolomite scenery with lower-level trails down to the Val di Fassa. The early season should ensure we see a wide variety of alpine flowers. We begin our journey by taking a cable car towards Col Rodella and then walk along the southern flank of Sasso Lungo/Sasso Piatto to Rifugio Sasso Piatto. There will be an opportunity for an optional walk as far as viewpoint Palacia. We retrace our steps to the refuge for lunch before we descend via Rifugio Micheluzzi to Campitello.
Distance: 10mi (16km); ascent: 800ft (244m); descent: 2,513ft (776m); 4hr 30min hour walking time
Day 3 Activity Level 3 (Moderate) – Summit Val di Vaiolet (8,520ft/2,597m)
We start the day by taking a bus to Vigo di Fassa, from here we take a cable car to Ciampedie. Walking northwest to Gardeccia then up Val di Vaiolet to Rifugio Principe for lunch. Here you will get a fantastic view of the valley before returning via the same route to Gardeccia and Ciampedie with a possible alternative descent via chairlifts to Pera.
Distance: 10.5mi (17km); ascent: 2,133ft (650m); descent: 2,133ft (650m); maximum altitude: 8,520ft (2,597m)
Day 4 Activity Level 3 (Moderate) – Ascend to Viel dal Pan (7,677ft/2,340m)
Today we take a short bus journey to Alba and then a cable car to Col Rossi. We will walk east along a generally contouring path via Viel dal Pan with spectacular views of Marmolada (10,968ft/3,343m) to the south. We lunch at Col de Cuc, then descend through the Avisio valley to Penia for our bus back to Campitello.
Distance: 10mi (16km); ascent: 755ft (230m); descent: 3,543ft (1,080m); maximum altitude: 7,677ft (2,340m)
Day 5 Free day
Optional activities for the free day include self-guided cycling from Campitello or a day trip to see the remains of Ötzi the Iceman in Bolzano.
Day 6 Activity Level 3 (Moderate) – Ascend to Forca Neigra (8,228ft/2,508m)
We begin by taking a bus to Pozza and then the gondola to Buffaure. After, we make our way towards Col Valvacin, continuing our journey up the minor peak and then east to Forca Neigra, stopping for lunch at Rifugio Passo San Nicolo. We finish the walk descending via Val di Contrin to Alba for our bus back to Campitello.
Distance: 9.5mi (15km); ascent: 1,706ft (520m); descent: 4,396ft (1,340m); maximum altitude: 8,228ft (2,508m)
Day 7 Activity Level 3 (Moderate) – Catinaccio massif (7,513ft/2,290m)
Today is the last day of the tour and we will venture into the Catinaccio range, walking over high passes along high-level footpaths. We will begin with a bus journey over Passo Costalonga to the Paolina chairlift. Once at the top, we walk on the western side of the Catinaccio massif, making our way round to the eastern side for lunch at Baita Marino Pederiva. We finish our walk following the route to Ciampedie for our descent by cable car.
Distance: 7mi (11km); ascent: 984ft (300m); descent: 1,411ft (430m); maximum altitude: 7,513ft (2,290m)
Day 8 End Campitello
The trip comes to an end after breakfast. Say a fond farewell to Campitello as you begin your return journey home.
