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Dolomites Hut-to-Hut Hiking Tour

Alpine Adventure in Italy's Dramatic Dolomites

From $3,599 pp dbl. occ. | 6 days / 5 nights

(+$1,090 for sgl. occ.)

The Dolomites' jagged peaks pierce through the clouds. Stark grey limestone lends an almost lunar quality to your surroundings, contrasted by bursts of wildflowers and green grass. And the views… out of this world. Up here, the air is clean and invigorating. As you hike, breathe deeply. Take your adventure to new heights.

Highlights

Hike amid kaleidoscopic fields of wildflowers, deep pine forests and charming mountain huts
Taste hearty and delicious Tyrolean-Italian fusion cuisine with spectacular, camera-ready mountain views
Enjoy stretch-forever vistas of dramatic jagged peaks and glacial valleys from Sennes Pass
Explore the picturesque villages of San Cassiano and Selva Gardena, home of the Ladin people, with their distinct history and language

Italy

Start/End Bolzano

Itinerary

Day 1 Hike across rolling pastures and wildflower meadows in the heart of the Dolomites | Follow a wooded trail to vista-rich plateaus | Settle into the relaxed pace of mountain life in family-run rifugi (mountain huts) that seem to appear out of nowhere | Savor the warm and hearty flavors of South Tyrolean fare.

Day 2 Trek to Lake Fosses at the base of Monte Croda Rossa and gaze down at the valley below | Share the trail with ibex, deer and chamois | Learn about the region's flora, fauna and geology with a local guide | Climb to Sennes Pass for spectacular views.

Days 3-4 Explore Fanes-Sennes-Braies Nature Park, a World Heritage site, with rugged peaks and pristine alpine lakes | Trek into the Fanes highlands and admire the wildflowers and brilliant limestone massifs | Wander through the mountain hamlet of San Cassiano and experience the distinct language, culture and customs of the Ladin people | Hike on trails with panoramic views of glacier-carved valleys and limestone peaks | Discover the region's dramatic history at Passo Valparola, once the site of heavy combat during World War I.

Days 5-6 Traverse the enchanting meadows of the Puez-Odle mountain group | Enjoy a hearty lunch at a friendly alpine hut | Peruse the village of Selva in the Gardena Valley for souvenirs of locally made woodcarvings and handicrafts | A sauna, indoor pool, hot tub and spa are some of the options available at our hotel | Finish off your trek with gourmet Tyrolean cuisine and regional wines.

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The earlier you book, the more choice you'll have and the lower your price. And you can always change your mind — you won't be charged to transfer to a different trip before your final payment is due. View cancellation policy.

Cancellation fees may vary based upon departure date. Please review the grid below:

Number of Days Prior to Trip Start	Cancellation Fees (per person)	Departure Dates
96+ days	$200	2019 6/23, 6/25, 6/30, 7/2, 7/7, 7/14, 7/16, 7/21, 7/23, 8/4, 8/6, 8/18, 8/20, 8/25, 8/27, 9/1, 9/3, 9/8, 9/10
61-95 days	30%
31-60 days	60%
0-30 days	100%

For information on our trip transfers see here.

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2019 June

6/23–6/28

6/25–6/30

6/30–7/5

2019 July

7/2–7/7

7/7–7/12

7/14–7/19

7/16–7/21

7/21–7/26

7/23–7/28

2019 August

8/4–8/9

8/6–8/11

8/18–8/23

8/20–8/25

8/25–8/30

8/27–9/1

2019 September

9/1–9/6

9/3–9/8

9/8–9/13

9/10–9/15

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Gather your favorite people to share a Backroads adventure on a ready-to-book Private Trip - featuring all the legendary Backroads hallmarks from expert leaders to unforgettable activities. You can pick from the selection of dates below for your group of 8 or more. If your party has fewer than 8 guests, or your preferred date is not available, we'll create a departure just for you. Call or email us to reserve your date.

2019 Private Trip Pricing

10 or more guests: from $3,599 pp dbl occ
8 - 9 guests: from $4,199 pp dbl occ
6 - 7 guests: from $4,799 pp dbl occ
4 - 5 guests: from $6,499 pp dbl occ
2 - 3 guests: from $8,399 pp dbl occ

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The sky’s the limit! Tell us what your dream trip would be and we'll make it happen! Whether you're looking for a honeymoon trip for 2, a 30-person family reunion or a 100-person corporate trip, we can do it all. A dedicated Custom Trip Consultant will work closely with you to bring your dreams to reality. Call us at 800-462-2848 to speak with your Custom Trip Consultant or click on the button below.

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From $3,599 pp dbl. occ.
6 days / 5 nights

(+$1,090 for sgl. occ.)

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Casual Hotels*

Fodara Vedla Lodge

Fanes-Sennes-Braies (2 nights)

Las Vegas Lodge

San Cassiano (2 nights)

Hotel Tyrol

Selva di Val Gardena (1 night)

* Casual Plus

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Activity Level

This trip is rated Levels 2-5

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What's Included

Services and equipment are included.

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Why Backroads

Why Travel with Backroads in Dolomites

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Casual Hotels*

Accommodations may vary based on departure date. Any difference from what is listed below can be found by clicking on your desired date on the View Scheduled Dates or Private Dates tabs.

Fodara Vedla Lodge

Fanes-Sennes-Braies (2 nights)

Featuring traditional styling and warm hospitality, this family-run mountain oasis in Fanes-Sennes-Braies Nature Park was one of the first of its kind in the Dolomites.

Las Vegas Lodge

San Cassiano (2 nights)

A true nature retreat with access to San Cassiano village, this lodge features balconies perfect for taking in mountain sunsets and views of the Dolomites' limestone peaks.

Hotel Tyrol

Selva di Val Gardena (1 night)

* Casual Plus

Set in a peaceful valley, this resort blends elegance and rustic charm and offers spectacular mountain views and hospitality. (pool, spa)

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This Trip Is Rated Levels 2-5

Every Backroads trip is designed to appeal to a wide variety of interests and fitness levels. We know your pace may vary from one day to the next—and your traveling companion's may differ somewhat from yours. So we present a range of mileage options, and each day you decide exactly what and how much you want to do.

Daily Route Options (drag to see full )

Day	EASYGOING				ACTIVE				AVID
Daily Route Options
	Level 1		Level 2		Level 3		Level 4		Level 5
	miles	feet gain	miles	feet gain	miles	feet gain	miles	feet gain	miles	feet gain
1			3	1100	5	2000
2			7	1300			10	1700
3			4	700			9*	2500	13	3600
4			2	200			7*	2300	12	2600
5					7	400	5	2000	9	2800
6			4	1100

Note: The terrain on this trip includes alpine trails among limestone peaks with steep sections that occasionally involve climbing or descending man-made steps.

* Includes shuttle.

Learn more about how we determine our activity level and fully support a range of abilities and interests.

Please note that our distance and elevation figures come from Ride with GPS. Other sources may give differing elevation figures due to different GPS and mapping technologies and other external factors.

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Meals

All breakfasts, 5 lunches, 5 dinners

Also Included

Expertise and services of our experienced Trip Leaders
Snacks and beverages between meals
Additional guides and experts from the region on many trips
Van shuttles to support a variety of route options
Comprehensive Travel Planner with detailed pre-trip information
Private guided tours at museums, historic sites, wineries and other select attractions as noted in the Travel Planner
All gratuities at hotels and restaurants
Special events, including wine tastings and other select attractions as mentioned in the Travel Planner
On biking and multi-adventure trips, use of fully equipped Backroads titanium bike plus helmet and accessories
Trailercycles, carriers, and kid-sized helmets for Family Trips
Equipment and experienced guides for kayaking, rafting, snorkeling, sailing and canoeing as described
Park and other entry fees
Fares for trains, ferries and other modes of travel as listed in the Travel Planner
Select coach transfers
Baggage transfers and porterage

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Get the Straight Talk about This Trip

We want to make sure you're on the right trip and that you have the best experience possible. Every Backroads trip is unique and this one is no exception.

Two Leaders

We ordinarily staff our trips with three leaders: two leaders out on the trail offering support—allowing everyone to have the experience they want, whether it's an easygoing interpretative walk or a rigorous hike—while the third leader moves the van from trailhead to trail end. This trip is a little different in that our routes are a combination of loop hikes and out-and-back trails that begin and end in the same location. This means that on some days you'll still have the same two leaders providing excellent trail support without the need for a third leader to move the van.

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Why Travel with Backroads in Dolomites

The Best Leaders in Dolomites

Backroads has the best-qualified people to lead your trip in Dolomites, and our guests back that up, rating our Trip Leaders an average of 9.75 out of 10 for all-around quality of performance. Get the facts (and no fluff) on how we recruit and develop the very best people for your trip.

Our Cultural Roots Run Deep

Thanks to our extensive connections in Dolomites, Backroads takes you off the beaten track and deep into the region's culture in ways that traditional travel can never hope to do. We know the people and their customs, the legacy of art and architecture, the complex history and politic—and if we're not sure, our amazing local experts can fill in the blanks.

We Speak the Language

If we told you many companies' leaders can't actually speak the language where they lead trips, you'd say incroyable... ridicolo... không the tha thú. At Backroads, fluency in the local language is a given. Find out more on the best leader recruitment, training and development in the business. (And by the way, that was "unforgivable" in Vietnamese.)

The Right Local Pairings

Our Trip Leaders combine deep local expertise with a firm grasp of North American expectations around quality of service. By the same token, we pair experienced Backroads leaders with local guides who know how to cater to your needs while cracking open the culture or natural history in ways that are meaningful, memorable and often magical.

In Europe Since 1988

Backroads has been welcoming active travelers to Europe since before the Berlin Wall came down. Today it's virtually our second home. We know the perfect roads and trails, the most scenic valleys and hilltop towns, the hidden churches and gem-like museums, the up-and-coming vintners and celebrated chefs—and, of course, all the best places to stay.

We Know Where We're Going

Tom Hale has been keeping Backroads on track, with one eye on the horizon, since 1979. His passion for active travel, and for ensuring the highest-quality travel experience, is evident in every detail we add to make a guest's trip unforgettable—and the fact he's right there in the office, making it happen. To hear Tom describe his vision, watch our video.

Choose Your Fellow Travelers

With Backroads you won't end up with kids on what you thought was an adult trip; we have exclusive departures for families, so they're off having their own adventures. As you browse our unrivaled selection of trips and dates, you can count on finding a trip in Dolomites that's geared exclusively to your choice of traveling companions.

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We want to make sure you're on the right trip and that you have the best experience possible. Every Backroads trip is unique and this one is no exception.

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