Seven days, three valleys, zero regrets. Trek from Cortina through Val Badia to Val Gardena. This epic hiking tour unfolds as you journey through the Dolomite icons, Cinque Torri, Alpe di Siusi, Fanes-Sennes-Braies Nature Reserve & the majestic Puez-Odle Nature Park. You’ll hit WWI history, beautiful alpine lakes and enjoy well-earned stops & tasty food in traditional mountain huts. Then, hit the pillow each night in wonderful hotels. Hike, eat, sleep & see it all!
Highlights
- Explore Cinque Torri and WWI open-air museum
- Trek through Fanes-Sennes-Braies Nature Reserve
- Visit Santa Croce sanctuary above Badia Valley
- Cross Puez-Odle limestone plateaus and hidden alpine lakes
- Hike Alpe di Siusi meadows with Sassolungo views
- Enjoy 6 nights in 3-star hotels in Cortina, Val Badia & Val Gardena
Itinerary
This seven-day trek cuts straight through the best of the Dolomites. Start in Cortina, end in Val Gardena, with Val Badia in between. You'll see incredible limestone towers, alpine meadows that go on forever, and picture-perfect valleys. Your guide takes you through the Cinque Torri WWI trenches, the wild corners of Fanes-Sennes-Braies Nature Reserve, the quiet Santa Croce sanctuary, and Puez-Odle Nature Park. The rifugio breaks are warm, the trails follow ancient mule tracks, and the views just keep getting bigger! This hiking traverse is for people who want the full Dolomites valley-to-valley experience where they can finish their days in the comfort of a hotel. You'll enjoy slow mornings, long days, delicious food, and amazing company. Ready? Get in touch and let's talk routes! If not, check out our other tours, or join a group departure.Programma ( 7 )
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Day 1
Arrive in Cortina d'Ampezzo, the Dolomites
Arrive in Cortina d'Ampezzo at your leisure and settle in. (Private transfer available on request) Famous for hosting the 1956 and 2026 Winter Olympics, it attracts hikers, climbers, and mountain lovers from around the world. Surrounded by mighty peaks and bathed in mountain light, Cortina offers the perfect introduction to the Dolomites.
Accommodation: 3-star hotel in Cortina. -
Day 2
Hike in the Cinque Torri Area (Passo Falzarego, Averau, Nuvolau, Scoiattoli, Bai de Dones)
Today your guide will take you to the Cinque Torri area, one of the most iconic landscapes in the Dolomites. You'll hike among dramatic rock towers and explore a WWI open-air museum, walking through restored trenches and military positions. It'll be a great day full of history, nature and incredible views.
Stats: ( ~4 hours hiking, 8.9 km / 5.5 miles, 661m / 2,169' ascent, 565m / 1,854' descent)Accommodation: 3-star hotel in Cortina -
Day 3
Hike in the Fanes Sennes Braies Nature Reserve (S.Berto, Ra Stua, Fodara Vedla, Sennes, Pederu)
Today your guide leads you deep into Fanes-Sennes-Braies Nature Reserve. Alpine forests, wide valleys, karst landscapes shaped over millennia. Traditional huts, panoramic rifugios, and true wilderness feeling.
Stats: (5 hours hiking 14.9 km / 9.3 miles, 750m / 2461'ascent, 634m / 2080' descent.)Accommodation: 3-star hotel in Alta Badia -
Day 4
Hike to Santa Croce Sanctuary (San Cassiano, Santa Croce, La Villa)
Today is a scenic walk along ancient paths connecting villages, forests, and meadows. Your guide takes you gently upward to Santa Croce Sanctuary with sweeping views, peace and quiet, and one of the most meaningful moments of the week.
Stats: (~5 hours hiking, 12.4 km / 7.7 miles, 550m / 1,804' ascent, 664m / 2,178' descent.)Accommodation: 3-star hotel in Alta Badia -
Day 5
Puez Odle Nature Park (La Villa, Gardenaccia, Puez, Passo Gardena)
Today your guide takes you into the Puez-Odle Nature Park. Mountain passes, rocky plateaus, hidden lakes, and unique history. Vast views and dramatic limestone scenery make this a highlight of the week.
Stats: (~6 hours hiking, 14.1 km / 8.8 miles, 1,123m / 3,684' ascent, 771m / 2,530' descent.)Accommodation: 3-star hotel in Val Gardena -
Day 6
Alpe di Siusi (from Compaccio to Rifugio Bolzano, Mount Pez, Laghi di Fiè)
Today, your guide leads you on a spectacular high-altitude hike to one of the Dolomites' most iconic rifugios at 2,456m / 8,061'. Wide alpine meadows, gentle ridgelines, and views of Catinaccio/Rosengarten opening before you. Enjoy a mouth-watering lunch at the hut and hike an optional summit extension to Mount Pez if conditions allow.
Stats: (~6-7 hours hiking, 17.1 km / 10.6 miles, 777m / 2,548' ascent, 1,567m / 5,140' descent.)Accommodation: 3-star hotel in Val Gardena -
Day 7
Departure
After breakfast, depart at your leisure. Private transfer available on request.
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Necessary Equipment – Not Provided- Footwear
- Lightweight or mid-weight hiking boots (waterproof, sturdy, with ankle support)
- For Glacier trips: sturdy boots that accept crampons are required
- Clothing
- Long-sleeved synthetic or cotton shirt
- Short-sleeved synthetic or cotton T-shirts
- Regular underwear (synthetics recommended)
- Medium-weight synthetic jacket
- Quick-drying full-length pants
- Shorts
- Lightweight Gore-Tex or equivalent rain/wind jacket and pants
- Baseball cap or wide-brimmed sun hat
- Bandanna
- Gear
- Daypack (20L for hotel-based trips; 35L for hut-to-hut trips)
- Waterproof backpack cover
- Water bottle (1-1.5 quart) or hydration system
- Trekking poles (recommended for knee support and stability)
- Accessories
- Sunglasses
- Sunscreen (SPF 15 or higher) and lip balm
- Personal first-aid kit
- Toiletry kit
- Lightweight socks (liner socks and synthetic athletic socks)
- Silk sleeping bag liner (required for rifugio dormitory accommodation)
- Small amount of laundry detergent for handwashing
- Ziploc bags for organization
- Gloves and warm hat (for high-altitude hikes)
- 3/4-finger leather gloves (for via ferrata)
- Ace bandage or brace for knee/ankle support
- Spare prescription glasses or contact lenses
- Camera with extra batteries or charger
- Swimsuit (some hotels have pools and saunas)
- Casual clothes for evenings
- Layering for Mountain Weather: Summer temperatures can hit 80°F / 25°C in the valleys but drop to 60°F / 15°C on summits during the day and as low as 30°F / 0°C in the evening. Layer up with synthetic fabrics like polypropylene or Capilene®—they wick moisture and dry fast. Wool or wool/synthetic blends work too. Always pack rain gear; mountain weather changes fast.
- Footwear Tips: Break in new boots before your trip. Pack blister protection like Band-Aid Blister Block—even old shoes can cause trouble on long days.
- Trekking Poles: Recommended for those that need knee support on descents and added stability. Practice with one or two before the trip.
- Rifugio Overnights: Many rifugios offer drying facilities, so you can wash and dry clothes overnight for a lighter pack the next day. A silk sleeping bag liner is required for shared dormitory rooms.
More information
- 2 nights accommodation in 3-star hotel in Cortina d’Ampezzo
- 2 nights accommodation in 3-star hotel in Alta Badia
- 2 nights accommodation in 3-star hotel in Val Gardena
- 3-Star Hotels
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