DOLOMITES
FALL IN LOVE WITH THE WORLD AGAIN.
Hiking, Yoga, Via Ferrata, and perfecting the art of Spa-ing
Trip Dates to be Announced
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Infatuation starts the minute you set your eyes on the
Dolomiti range of Northern Italy!
Majestic limestone peaks glow pink in the morning and afternoon sunshine. Warm Sud-Tyrolean hospitality with fastidious attention to detail. High mountain pathways reveal magnificent landscapes and infinite opportunities for mouth-watering culinary traditions.
All this and more makes the Dolomiti the sexiest mountain range in Europe.
On the southern side of the Alps facing the Mediterranean, the climate of the Dolomites is warm and inviting, much like the culture of the region itself. The high mountain regions belong to the distinctly Tyrolean (Austrian) mountain culture while the uniquely charming towns of the valleys feel slightly more Italian. However, the region is confident in its unique identity and independent character, complete with specific traditions and its own distinct language, Ladin.
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On this trip, we explore the high mountain footpaths and climb breathtaking mountain passes to charming mountain rifugios where stunning views of the iconic Dolomite towers abound. We’ll stay in charming villages of the region, each with their own unique historic character and wander cobble-stoned streets of small idyllic villages dating back to 888 AD as we try ALL the cheeses, wines, and other delicious dishes that are so local you can’t find them anywhere else…that’s right, you gotta be there to get it!
Our hiking route links the most authentic of the Dolomite regions together through some of the most sublime landscapes anywhere on the planet. The majority of our day is spent wandering through the splendorous Dolomiti scenery, stopping for a lunch of local charcuterie or homemade pastas at a rifugio. We’ll have one layover day in which there is an option to do a world-class Via Ferrata, which is translated literally as “iron path” and is a thrilling way to appreciate the vertical Dolomite towers up close.
Our nights are spent in 4-star hotels that were chosen because they most accurately reflect the unique character of the regions and enrich the cultural experience…oh, and they also have fantastic food and immaculate grounds complete with spa facilities. We aim to finish our hike in the afternoon with time for chilling, spa-ing or doing some restorative yoga to unwind the day.
This hiking and yoga trip brings you to the best of the Dolomites!
ITINERARY
DAY 1:
VOLS AM SCHLERN
Meet at our boutique hotel in the 14th century town of Vols.
DAY 2:
ALPE SUISI
After one of the most amazing breakfast spreads in the Dolomites, we take a series of lifts to begin our hike. We’ll grab some good coffee and cake to get us through the day’s major vertical climb which is rewarded with a hot Rifugio lunch at the top. After lunch, we have a spectacular hike before coming in to our charming, family-run Rifugio (5+ miles).
DAY 3:
VAL GARDENA
Today’s hike brings us into the Val Gardena. We leave the Rifugio in the morning, stop for some Strudel and coffee on the way to the vertical portion of our day. Halfway up, we get to stop for a homemade pasta lunch at a Rifugio. Then some strong Italian espresso gets us on our way for the spectacular finish of our hike where we are then shuttled to our 4-star spa hotel for some spa-ing and yoga and amazing dinner (5+ mileS).
DAY 4:
CORVARA
When you walk past the 11th century church, check the door. This is the beginning of our day spent in the Unesco World heritage site that is our route today. We’ll ascend the balcony climb of the valley to a high plateau and then wander our way towards…you guessed it, another homemade pasta lunch at a high alpine hut! Grab an espresso and a grappa out the door, and we make our descent into the gorgeous, little town of Corvara. (7+ miles)
DAY 5:
CORVARA
Today we have a well earned rest day…if you choose that. Wander down to enjoy a slow lavish breakfast, book a massage and then relax by the pool in our luxurious boutique hotel. Or, if you’re like me and you can’t sit still while there’s new places to explore, there is an optional opportunity to do a world-class Via Ferratta with a local guide for the morning and return by mid-afternoon with plenty of time for some afternoon yoga by the pool, enjoying some of the exquisite hotel spa services or meandering around the small village of Corvara.
DAY 6:
CORTINA D'AMPEZZO
We start today’s hike up high on the famous Tofane group. We walk under massive rock towers and in one of the most picturesque valleys in the Dolomites into a protected nature park where we look for Steinbock & Chamois before we drop down towards the Rifugio for some…wait for it…homemade pasta! The red beet and poppy seed ravioli is a regional specialty! T to Cortina D’ampezzo where we can spend the afternoon shopping or exploring the historical town center before meeting for our farewell dinner (4.8 miles).
DAY 7:
CORTINA D'AMPEZZO
Depart Cortina after breakfast.