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pre-hike zoom meeting with a hiking guide
Alta Via 1 North Self Guided Hiking Tour
6 days - 5 nights | max. distance per day = 13km | max. ascent per day = 1.100m
Your Tour Details
✅ Discover the breathtaking alpine landscapes surrounding Cortina d’Ampezzo ✅ Stop at the renowned Falzarego Pass and marvel at the legendary Cinque Torri rock towers ✅ Spend the night in three unique mountain huts, each offering an authentic Italian alpine experience ✅ Walk along historic trails that reveal remnants from World War I Here's the detailed program: 🗓️ Day 1: Tour start on Lake Braies - Hike to Rifugio Sennes | Rifugio Fodara Vedla ↑870m ascent - ↓210m descent - 8,6 km - 4.5 hrs 🗓️ Day 2: Hike to Rifugio Fanes | Lavarella ↑570m ascent - ↓640m descent - 10,0 km - 5.0 hrs 🗓️ Day 3: Hike to Rifugio Lagazuoi | Scotoni ↑1105m ascent - ↓420m descent - 12.5 km - 6.0 hrs 🗓️ Day 4: Hike to Rifugio Nuvolau | Averau ↑835m ascent - ↓255m descent - 10.5 km - 5.0 hrs 🗓️ Day 5: Hike to Rifugio Croda da Lago ↑450m ascent - ↓830m descent - 8.5 km - 4.5 hrs 🗓️ Day 6: Hike to Cortina ↑50m ascent - ↓890m descent - 8.0 km - 3.5 hrs Note: Listed accommodations are subject to availability - we will find similar alternatives if necessary.
What's Included?
✅ Hut booking
We arrange all hut reservations along your itinerary, so you can focus on enjoying the hike.
✅ travel guide
A complete, day-by-day guide with maps, route notes, and practical info – delivered digitally.
✅ pre-hike zoom meeting
A pre-hike Zoom meeting with a local hiking guide who will provide in-depth information about the tour
✅ accomodation
Along your self guided hiking tour, your overnight stays will be in traditional mountain huts. As a standard, we reserve spots in shared dormitories. If you prefer a private room, we’re happy to check availability upon request. Should private rooms be fully booked or unavailable in a specific hut, we will automatically secure a place for you in a dormitory. Please note that private rooms come with an extra charge due to higher costs.
✅ HAlf board (breakfast and dinner at the huts)
Your hut accommodation includes both dinner and breakfast, unless stated otherwise in the service description. This way, you can hike with a lighter pack and won’t need to plan additional meals for the evening and morning. Please note that lunch is not included, but can usually be purchased directly at the huts.
What's excluded?
❌ Tourist tax
You can pay the tourist tax directly at the accomodation (approx. 1,50€ per person per night)
❌ Lunch
Dinner and breakfast are covered – you’ll just need to grab your lunch at the huts en route. They usually offer hearty meals and snacks.
❌ Travel insurance
You are responsible for your own travel insurance. Be sure to check your coverage with your insurer before the trip.
❌ personal expenses
Any personal spending – like drinks, snacks, or souvenirs – is at your own expense.
Optional extras
❓ Extra night before and/or after
You can add an overnight stay before and/or after your trek – simply let us know during booking.
❓ Airport Transfer
We can help arrange airport transfers to and from the starting point of your hike – just let us know your travel plans.
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How to book?
For booking confirmation we ask 30% deposit of the total tour amount.
We check the accomodations availability and come back to you within a few working days.
If the accomodations are available the tour is confirmed, balance is due at least 8 weeks before the tour start. If we don't get the accomodations for you, you'll get your money back! Sounds like a plan, right?
vYes, cancellations are possible – we understand that plans can change. Our cancellation policy is fair and transparent, and the conditions depend on how far in advance you cancel. You’ll find all the details clearly outlined in our Terms and Conditions, so you can book with confidence.
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FAQ?
Yes – with the right planning, self-guided hiking in the Dolomites is not only safe, but incredibly rewarding. The trails are well-marked, the mountain huts are reliable, and you’re never too far from help if needed. Our routes are carefully chosen to match your fitness and experience, and we provide detailed maps, GPS tracks, and insider tips to keep you on track. You’ll have the freedom of independent hiking with the reassurance of local support if anything comes up.
We design our self-guided tours to make sure that doesn’t happen. You'll receive a complete digital navigation package with GPS tracks, detailed trail descriptions, and printed maps. Most trails in the Dolomites are clearly marked and well-traveled, and your daily itinerary is planned with care to avoid unnecessary risks.
While you hike independently and under your own responsibility, you’ll have all the tools you need to make safe and confident decisions along the way. Self-guided means freedom – and with solid preparation, it's one of the most rewarding ways to explore the mountains.
Absolutely. In most huts and towns along the trails, staff speak at least basic English, and communication is rarely a problem. We also give you a quick language guide with key phrases to make things even easier. The Dolomites are used to international hikers – and kindness and a smile go a long way here!
That’s exactly why a self-guided trip is perfect: we tailor the route to your pace, experience, and comfort level. Whether you want short daily hikes with comfortable huts, or a more challenging adventure, we’ll recommend the right itinerary for you. And remember: you can always shorten a stage, skip a day, or take a break in a scenic village. You’re in control.
Of course you can try – but planning a hut-to-hut hike in the Dolomites takes time, local knowledge, and often frustration. Many huts fill up quickly, websites are in Italian or German, and routes can be confusing without insider info. We do all the work for you: book the huts, provide the maps and support, and design a smooth, unforgettable experience. No guesswork, no stress – just pure hiking joy. #justhikeandenjoy
We’re based here in the Dolomites – this is our home, and we know the trails better than anyone. Our tours aren’t mass-produced: we craft each itinerary with local care, real experience, and attention to detail. When you book with us, you're not just buying a trip – you're hiking like a local, with expert support behind the scenes.
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