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Dolomites from Lago di Braies to the Tre Cime

Explore the magnificent nature parks of the Italian Dolomites on foot

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Italy, Europe

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About this tour:

7 days

Jun-Sep

Walking

Self-guided, Private

Hotels

Moderate (3/5)

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Meals

Don't worry about meals. 6 breakfasts are included.

Transfers

Check out the 'What's Included' tab for more info on personal transfers during your tour.

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Travel stress-free knowing in-country local support is available by regular phone or WhatsApp to support you during your tour.

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Enjoy the flexibility and ease of staggered payments in your own currency using your choice of credit card.

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Route notes, maps, and/or a trail app make navigation on this tour a breeze.

Park Entrance Fees

Included where possible! Check the 'What's Included' tab for more info on park entrance fees during your tour.

Luggage transfers

Take a load off, with optional or included luggage transfers. Check inclusions for further details.

Accommodation for Dolomites from Lago di Braies to the Tre Cime

This tour is based in hotels. The hotels on this trip are 3 and 4-star and offer clean, comfortable rooms where you can relax after an active day. You’ll enjoy the local hospitality as you stay in different towns along your hiking route.

In some cases, the accommodation listed below may need to be substituted for other comparable accommodations.

Single Rooms and Solo Travellers
Rooms are double occupancy. The required single occupancy supplement is included in the listed price.

Night 1

Hotel in Dobbiaco

Spend the night in a cozy local 3 or 4-star hotel along your route.

Night 2-3

Hotel in Plätzwiese

Spend the night in an inviting 3 or 4-star hotel close to your hiking route.

Night 4-5

Hotel in Cortina d’Ampezzo

Known as the Pearl of the Dolomites, enjoy a night in this town in the centre of it all. Nearby attractions include the Drei Zinnen (Three Peaks) and other great massifs.

Night 6

Hotel in Dobbiaco

Spend the night in a cozy local 3 or 4-star hotel along your route.

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Dolomites from Lago di Braies to the Tre Cime Tour Details

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Itinerary

Dolomites from Lago di Braies to the Tre Cime Itinerary

Day 1

Arrive in Dobbiaco

Overnight Location - Hotel in Dobbiaco | Distance - None | Meals - None

Arrive any time in the Dobbiaco region. there are a series of villages spread out here and you'll likely be based in Niederdorf/Villabassa or Toblach/Dobbiaco.

Day 2

Explore the Mountainside on the Way to Plätzwiese

Overnight Location - Hotel in Plätzwiese | Distance - 7-8 hours, 1100m of ascent, 580m of descent Alternative route: 4-5 hours, 790m of ascent, 0m of descent | Meals - Breakfast

Today your hiking holiday begins at Lake Pragser Wildsee. You’ll spend your day hiking through the alpine forests and meadows across Rossalm and Brükele.

You may hike a shorter route by taking the bus and beginning your hike from the Tuscherhof guesthouse.

Day 3

Strudelkopf and Dürenstein Mountain Hike

Overnight Location - Hotel in Plätzwiese | Distance - Strudelkopf: 3-4 hours, 360m of ascent, 360m of descent Dürrenstein: 4-5 hours, 850m of ascent, 850m of descent | Meals - Breakfast

Begin your walk through some of the most beautiful mountain landscapes in the country. You’ll experience crystal lakes and stunning views of the Hohe Gaisl and Kreuzkofelgruppe Mountains.

You have the choice to take a shorter route to Strudelkopf or continue hiking the longer route to Dürrenstein.

Day 4

Choose Your Hike to Cortina D’Ampezzo

Overnight Location - Hotel in Cortina d’Ampezzo | Distance - 2 hours, 0m of ascent, 475m of descent Alternative route: 8 hours, 650m of ascent, 1425m of descent | Meals - Breakfast

Once again, your hike begins from the Plätzwiese Plateau. You’ll descent to Cimabanche where you’ll decide between taking the public bus to Cortina d’Ampezzo or hiking the longer route. If you continue your walk, you’ll head to the Ra Stua hut and finish in Cortina.

Day 5

Explore the Mountains from Cortina

Overnight Location - Hotel in Cortina d’Ampezzo | Distance - 5 hours, 270m of ascent, 1150m of descent Alternative route: 3-4 hours, 100m of ascent, 990m of descent | Meals - Breakfast

This morning as you begin your walk from Cortina d’Ampezzo, you’ll be awed by the incredible rocky Dolomite peaks soaring above you.

Once again, you have two trail options. The shorter follows the Dolomieu Panoramic trail, and the longer path goes to Forcella Faloria. Both walks end at the Passo Tre Croci where you begin your descent into Cortina.

Day 6

Tre Cime/Three Peaks Viewpoint Hike

Overnight Location - Hotel in Dobbiaco | Distance - 3.5-4.5 hours, 120m of ascent, 1000m of descent Alternative route: 3-4 hours, 350m of ascent, 350m of descent | Meals - Breakfast

Get to the Auronzo Hut by bus, which is situated directly below the world-famous rock massif of the „Three Peaks“. The imposing peaks, which were fiercely fought over as part of the front between Italy and Austria-Hungary during the mountain war in the First World War, are probably the best-known rock formation in the Dolomites. From here you hike leisurely down the Rienz Valley to the Dreizinnenblick and return by bus to the starting hotel of your hiking tour in Dobbiaco/Villabassa. For the more leisurely, there is the option of walking around the famous Three Peaks and returning by bus from the Rifugio Auronzo to Dobbiaco/Villabassa. (Ticket not included in the price).

Day 7

Departure

Overnight Location - None | Distance - None | Meals - Breakfast

This morning, your tour ends after breakfast. If you would like to extend your stay, you can pre-book additional nights in Dobbiaco.

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Frequently asked questions for Dolomites from Lago di Braies to the Tre Cime

How hard is the Best of the Dolomites Hiking Tour?

We rate this tour as a 3/5. The trails are well-marked and easy to follow. However, you should be able to hike up to 6 hours each day. The tour provides shorter route options on most days so you can customize your level of difficulty.

Do I need a visa to travel to Italy?

Check with your local country about visa requirements. You could also try this website, though you should verify with your government.

Are meals included on the Best of the Dolomites Hiking Tour?

6 breakfasts are included.

Do I need insurance?

Yes, it is mandatory to have health and medical insurance to join this trip, and your insurance should cover hiking. Get your Travel Insurance.

How do I get to Dobbiaco to start this tour?

This tour begins and ends in Dobbiaco/Toblach, also known as Hochpustertal or Niederdorf/Villabassa The nearest airports are Innsbruck Airport (INN), Antonio Canova Airport in Treviso (TSF), and Venice Marco Polo Airport(VCE). It can be accessed from all airports by train or by car.

Is the Best of the Dolomites Hiking Tour guided?

No. You will be provided with all necessary information to complete your self-guided tour. Self-guided tours offer great flexibility in your day-to-day, but you should be comfortable with more independence than you’d have on a guided tour.

Where does the Best of the Dolomites Hiking Tour end?

This tour ends in Dobbiaco/Toblach, also known as Hochpustertal or Niederdorf/Villabassa. The nearest airports are Innsbruck Airport (INN), Antonio Canova Airport in Treviso (TSF), and Venice Marco Polo Airport(VCE). The town can be accessed from all airports by train or by car.

Is the Best of the Dolomites Hiking Tour family-friendly?

Yes, this tour would be suitable for families with children ages 12 and older. Children should be able to complete the included hikes on the tour.

Do I need special vaccines to travel to Italy?

Check with your family doctor.

Are there any travel restrictions for Italy?

Please check with your local government about travel restrictions before you book your tour. This map from the US Department of State provides an overview of the current status in countries around the globe. The UK‘s Foreign Office and Government of Canada also provide advice on foreign travel. Note that the travel advice may change depending on your nationality.

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