What is the required fitness level for the holidays?

Our tours are designed to cater to a broad range of people, but some days can be quite challenging, with long distances and significant elevation gain. We aim to minimize this as much as possible while ensuring a high-quality experience. To fully enjoy our tours, you should be accustomed to walking for 4-6 hours, overcoming around 600 meters of elevation gain. However, Alta Via 1 hut-to-hut hikes and Tour du Mont Blanc are more demanding and require a higher fitness level. On these tours, you may need to hike up to 8 hours per day and tackle substantial elevation gain.

Can children participate in these holidays?

Yes, our hiking holidays are appropriate for children who are physically prepared and have a good balance. However, to guarantee the safety and enjoyment of our young participants, we suggest that they should be at least eight years old to join our tours.

What type of shoes should I wear for the walking tours?

Proper footwear is crucial for our walking tours. We recommend wearing sturdy hiking shoes with ankle support for all our hikes. The terrain can be uneven, rocky, and slippery. Wearing sneakers can be dangerous, especially if you are not accustomed to hiking on such surfaces, as they do not offer enough protection and support. Robust shoes also provide the necessary support when your legs get tired during long hikes.

Is it necessary to make an advance booking?

Yes, we highly recommend booking in advance to secure your spot. The earlier you book, the better the chances are of getting your preferred options. If you book close to the start of the season or during the season, we may not be able to guarantee availability in the hotels and apartments. Therefore, it is best to make reservations as soon as possible to avoid any inconvenience.

What kind of accommodation can I expect during the walking tours?

It is essential to note that accommodations at the destinations of our walking tours are in high demand during the summer season. Therefore, early booking is crucial to secure your preferred type of housing. However, we assure you that we will always try our best to provide you with the most suitable lodging based on your preferences. Rest assured that we will do everything possible to ensure that your stay is comfortable and enjoyable.

Is it possible to have a guide during the tours?

Our tours are well-organized, and all the destinations are easily accessible and straightforward to navigate. Therefore, it is unlikely that you will require a guide. Our comprehensive handout will provide you with all the essential information while still allowing you the freedom of a self-guided holiday. However, if you prefer to have a guide, please let us know , and we will make the necessary arrangements for you.

Can you accommodate my dietary requirements during the tours?

Most of the accommodations we provide offer vegetarian and vegan options for breakfast. Additionally, you will find no shortage of vegetarian and vegan menus in restaurants during the tour. However, it is worth noting that some mountain huts on Alta Via 1 or Tour du Mont Blanc may not offer vegan meals. In such situations, it is advisable to bring your own food to ensure that your dietary needs are met.

When is the best time to go on a walking holiday in Italy?

The best time to go on a walking holiday in Italy varies depending on the location you plan to visit. Destinations such as the Amalfi Coast, Cinque Terre, and Sicily are best visited during early spring and fall when the weather is pleasant, and the crowds are fewer. However, in areas like the Dolomites or around Mont Blanc, hiking is not possible when there is snow high up in the mountains. Therefore, the hiking season in these areas is limited from late June to late September. It is advisable to plan your trip accordingly to get the best out of your walking holiday in Italy. We can best advise you after receiving a filled-out inquiry form .

What if the weather turns bad during my walking tour?

While hiking in light rain is manageable, it is important to note that hiking during a storm can be dangerous. It is advisable to schedule hikes early in the day during the summer months to avoid thunderstorms. However, if the weather forecast predicts severe weather, it is best to reschedule your walk for another day or explore different tour options. Your safety is our top priority, and we will always work with you to find a suitable solution in case of inclement weather.

Is it recommended to rent a car?

Most of the destinations for our walking tours in Italy have excellent public transportation. While renting a car can provide flexibility, several locations cannot be comfortably accessed by car. Instead, we suggest relying on public transport to reduce stress and have a more environmentally friendly experience. We provide all the necessary information for buses, trains, and ferries to ensure that you can reach your destination with ease. By using public transport, we can also reduce our carbon footprint and contribute to a more sustainable travel experience.

breathtaking mountain landscape in The Fanes-Sennes-Braies Nature Park of the Alta Badia Dolomites, South Tyrol, Italy

Lago di Braies wooden boathouse reflecting in alpine lake with massive mountains.

Val di Fanes, Alpe di Fanes Grande, Alta via n. 1 delle Dolomiti - Dolomiten-Höhenweg, Italy

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3-Day Alta Via 1 in Comfort

3 days / 2 nights

Walk the most scenic stretch of Alta Via 1 over three days, spending each night at a comfortable hotel and finishing in the heart of Cortina d'Ampezzo.

Starting point

Lago di Braies

Finish point

Cortina d'Ampezzo

Season

From July to September

Technical level

3/5

Fitness level

3/5

Tour type

Inn-to-Inn

Walk the most scenic stretch of Alta Via 1 over three days, spending each night at a comfortable hotel and finishing in the heart of Cortina d'Ampezzo.

Starting point

Lago di Braies

Finish point

Cortina d'Ampezzo

Season

From July to September

Technical level

3/5

Fitness level

3/5

Tour type

Inn-to-Inn

Highlights

Start your journey at the magical Lake Braies
Venture across Fanes Plateau, home to the legendary Kingdom of Fanes
Take in the breathtaking views of the Dolomites at every step
Walk through the history of WWI around Falzarego, Lagazuoi, and Cinque Torri
Savor the delectable Ladin cuisine at the rustic mountain huts
Spend your nights in the comfortable valley hotels

Itinerary of the trip

Your day begins at the jade-green shore of Lake Braies, where limestone walls rise straight from the water. The trail lifts you into the shadow of Croda del Becco, climbing through pine forest and open scree until the terrain dissolves into the vast, wind-smoothed expanse of the Fosses Plateau with Rifugio Biella. Next, you’ll descend through rolling, grassy terraces past Rifugio Sennes and across pastureland cropped close by grazing cattle. Berggasthaus Pederü waits at the bottom of that long descent. You’ll spend the night here or a short bus ride away at the village of San Vigilio di Marebbe.

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Lake Braies known as Lago di Braies, a trekking route around. Surrounded by the mountains reflected in the water.1st point of the trekking route Alta Via 1, The Dolomites, Alps, South Tyrol, Italy.

Arriving at Biella refuge from Lago di Braies at the end of Alta Via 1 trek day one, northern Dolomites, Cortina d'Ampezzo municipality, South Tyrol, Italy.

Hiking

14 km and 990 m of elevation gain / 950 m of elevation loss

From Pederü, the trail climbs onto the Fanes Plateau — a broad, open highland where the Dolomites give way to wide skies and grazing land. Cattle and horses move slowly across the meadows, streams cut through the grass, and the lakes of Le Vert and Limo sit quietly. Rifugio Fanes and a handful of other huts mark the way across this storied plateau, known in local legend for the Kingdom of Fanes. The descent follows through Col de Locia and past Capanna Alpina, the valley gradually closing in around you on the way to San Cassiano, where a comfortable hotel room awaits at the end of the day.

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Fanes Valley, Alta Via 1, Dolomites, Italy

Hiking

19 km and 800 m of elevation gain / 830 m of elevation loss

The day begins with a bus to Falzarego Pass, where the Lagazuoi cable car takes over, lifting you to Rifugio Lagazuoi — the highest hut on Alta Via 1. The descent from there is a walk through history. The Lagazuoi massif was an active front during the First World War, and the trails pass the remains of tunnels, trenches, and fortifications. The route drops to Falzarego Pass before climbing past Lake Limides to Cinque Torri, the five distinctive rock towers. Afterwards, a chairlift brings you down, and a bus carries you the rest of the way into Cortina d'Ampezzo, where you can spend additional nights.

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View from Galleria Lagazuoi, Dolomites, Italy, Mountain Landscape

Rifugio Lagazuoi mountain hut on rocky ridge with jagged Dolomite peaks under cloudy sky.

Cinque Torri peaks at summer cloudless morning with green grass lighteen by warm light of sun and guidepost against rocky mountains

Hiking

9 km and 370 m of elevation gain / 850 m of elevation loss

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What’s included in the price?

Self-guided

2 nights in 3-star hotels with breakfast

Digital guidebook with itinerary, route instructions, and practical information

GPS navigation with an easy-to-use app

Tour design and organization

Service and support during your hike

NOT INCLUDED

Bus, chairlift, and cabin car fees

Tourist tax

What to bring to the tour

Hiking shoes/boots
25 to 45-liter backpack
Base layer
Sports T-shirts
Hiking shorts
Hiking water-repellent pants
Waterproof jacket
Midlayer
Sports socks and underwear
Leisurewear for evenings
Down jacket
Gloves
Shade hat/cap

Warm headwear
Sunscreen
Sunglasses
Headlamp
Hiking poles
ID card or passport
Snacks
Cash
Water bottles or hydration pack
Sleeping liner
Toiletries
Toilet paper
Small first aid kit

The northern stretch of Alta Via 1 is where the route earns its reputation. Lake Braies and the Fanes Plateau. The tunnelled wartime heights of Lagazuoi. Cinque Torri above Cortina d’Ampezzo. If you only ever walk one piece of the Dolomites, you should walk this one.

Aside from highlighting the most special sections of this world-famous multi-day trek through the Dolomites, this tour allows you to enjoy the spirit of the high mountain world in as much comfort as possible.

Every night on this tour, you sleep in a private hotel room. No dormitories, just private rooms with cozy beds and a shower. As such, the three days in the mountains feel much less like a compromise between comfort and the depth of the experience.

The three days conveniently fit a long weekend or slot cleanly into a longer trip in the area. Furthermore, you can extend your stay by adding nights in Cortina if you want to make the most of the town, or we can arrange a pre-tour stay in Dobbiaco to make it logistically easier for you to reach Lake Braies.

We’ll handle all the necessities that make planning a hiking tour in the Dolomites stressful — hotel bookings, a guidebook with GPS routes and local recommendations, and someone on the other end of a message if anything comes up on the road.

Top Places You'll See

From natural wonders to authentic local culture, the route is packed with memorable sights—these are our absolute favorites.

Lago di Braies

Set at 1,496 meters, Lago di Braies is a glacial lake framed by steep limestone walls at the edge of the Fanes–Sennes–Braies plateau. The shoreline trail offers uninterrupted views of its turquoise basin and the Croda del Becco massif. Its calm setting contrasts with the vertical terrain above, making it one of the most recognisable natural landmarks in the Dolomites. The lake gained cultural prominence as the starting point of the historic Alta Via 1 high-route.

Fanes–Sennes–Braies Natural Park

This protected area spans a vast high-plateau system above 1,800 meters, linking alpine meadows, karst basins, and rugged limestone walls between Cortina and Alta Badia. The park’s open terrain contrasts sharply with the surrounding vertical Dolomite faces, creating long sightlines and broad walking routes. Historically, the plateaus were used for seasonal grazing, shaping the landscape still visible today. Its scale and openness make it one of the easiest Dolomite parks to navigate without technical terrain.

Lagazuoi

Lagazuoi rises above 2,700 meters, offering panoramic views over the Ampezzo basin, the Cinque Torri, and the Tofane group. The summit is accessible via cable car or high-altitude paths that cross terraced limestone slopes. Its exposed ridges and broad summit platform make it a strategic vantage point across the central Dolomites. The area is known for extensive World War I tunnel systems, preserved as part of an open-air museum.

Passo Falzarego

Passo Falzarego reaches approximately 2,109 meters, linking Cortina d’Ampezzo with the Badia and Livinallongo valleys through broad, steady gradients. The pass sits beneath the Lagazuoi and Col dei Bos formations, giving it a strong scenic profile. Its open upper slopes provide immediate access to high viewpoints and well-marked trails. The area was heavily contested during World War I, with visible fortifications and galleries still lining the nearby cliffs.

Cortina d’Ampezzo

Set at 1,224 meters in a broad alpine basin, Cortina d’Ampezzo is surrounded by the Tofane, Cristallo, and Sorapiss massifs, giving the town a clear visual identity. Its compact center provides immediate access to high-altitude trailheads and panoramic balcony routes. Cortina’s long-standing role as a mountain resort is reflected in its infrastructure and event history. The town gained international recognition after hosting the 1956 Winter Olympics, shaping its modern development.

Ratings & Reviews

Jim Carey

Verified customer · 7 months ago

Our holiday was fantastic, really well planned with excellent communication and the app worked a treat for our day to day activities. If you're thinking of a walking / hiking holiday and are unsure of where to go or how to plan it, this is the job for you

Hiking trail on grassy slope overlooking green valley and steep mountains under cloudy sky

Kristin Stone

Verified customer

1) Stunningly beautiful places with perfect weather! Good balance of countryside and old city walking. 2) The Trip App was incredible!!! 5 stars! Loved the write ups on each location. The links to all restaurants, hotels, attractions, tickets! The GPS app also worked. 3) PERFECTLY located hotels and rooms with two beds and thoughtful staff! Loved being right in the old towns with amazing views. I did not mind carrying bags up or down in order to have the locations but much appreciated when we did have help with this 4) Breakfast being included with the rooms (even though there was a mix up the first morning). I don't like to have to plan breakfast spots and the buffets were incredible. 5) The kindness and promptness of the drivers, Nice transport vehicles and easy drop off and pick up points. Plus help with our bags. 6) The Walking Holidays Croatia team was helpful and easy to work with. We appreciate all they did to customize out trip.

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Hikers on coastal trail with views of rocky shore, beach, and olive trees

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Collage of Mediterranean scenery: winding road, coastal view, cypress trees, and hikers.

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Guido Weis

Verified customer · 7 months ago

A top organization, always available for questions, problems, and spontaneous topics. Great. Anytime again!!!! THANK YOU.

Britt Nissen

Verified customer · 7 months ago

We give Hut-to-Hut our highest recommendation! They organized a fantastic and perfectly challenging hike for us in the beautiful Brenta Dolomites in Italy. From start to finish, communication with the agency was smooth, quick, and helpful. Any questions or special requests we had were handled promptly. We hiked independently using the GPS app they provided, which was super easy to use and made navigation stress-free. Each night, we stayed in charming refugios or hotels - complete with three delicious meals, refreshing little lakes to swim in, and plenty of peaceful spots to recharge before the next day’s adventure. A memorable and well-organized experience!

Eloise Williams

Verified customer · 7 months ago

My husband and I recently completed a Walking Holiday of the Amalfi Coast for 11 days, which was absolutely fantastic and the highlight of our trip to Italy. The travel agents who organised the tour Anja and Samo were very helpful, adjusting and customising it to suit our requests. The accomodation booked for us was very comfortable and the transfer of our luggage from hotel to hotel took place with no issues. Our hiking guides including Alessandra, Marcella and Diego were all exceptional. They were friendly, supportive and extremely knowledgable about the towns and regions we walked in. They ensured we had a fantastic experience creating memories, while enjoying the walking, the amazing views, the tasty food and the beautiful Italian culture. I highly recommend this walking tour and would encourage anyone who was planning a similar holiday to book through this company. It was a great way to see and experience the Amalfi Coast.

Jan Šilec (Jan Silec)

Verified customer · 9 months ago

Walking the GR10 was an incredible way to experience the Pyrenees. Each day brought something different—lush valleys, high mountain passes, and charming villages. The huts provided a warm bed, great meals, and a chance to meet fellow hikers. The clear itinerary and support from Hut to Hut Hiking Europe made it easy to focus on enjoying the trail. I’d recommend this hike to anyone looking for a multi-day trek with lots of variety.

Jim Carey

Verified customer · 7 months ago

Guido Weis

Verified customer · 7 months ago

A top organization, always available for questions, problems, and spontaneous topics. Great. Anytime again!!!! THANK YOU.

Eloise Williams

Verified customer · 7 months ago

Kristin Stone

Verified customer

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Britt Nissen

Verified customer · 7 months ago

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Verified customer · 9 months ago

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Are you looking for a good adventure and limitless flexibility? Then you should try out a self-guided tour, perfect for independent explorers who want to set their own pace. Without the need to stick to a group schedule, you’re free to linger at scenic viewpoints while the logistics are taken care of in advance.

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3-Day Alta Via 1 in Comfort

Highlights

Itinerary of the trip

Day 1: Paradise of Lake Braies

Day 2: Fanes-Sennes-Braies Natural Park

Day 3: WWI Frontline and Cinque Torri

What’s included in the price?

Self-guided

What to bring to the tour

Top Places You'll See

Ratings & Reviews

Jim Carey

Kristin Stone

Guido Weis

Britt Nissen

Eloise Williams

Jan Šilec (Jan Silec)

Jim Carey

Guido Weis

Eloise Williams

Kristin Stone

Britt Nissen

Jan Šilec (Jan Silec)

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Hassle-Free

Trusted by Many

Handpicked Adventures

Unbeatable Support

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Ratings & Reviews

Jim Carey

Kristin Stone

Guido Weis

Britt Nissen

Eloise Williams

Jan Šilec (Jan Silec)

Jim Carey

Guido Weis

Eloise Williams

Kristin Stone

Britt Nissen

Jan Šilec (Jan Silec)

Itinerary of the trip

Day 1: Paradise of Lake Braies

Day 2: Fanes-Sennes-Braies Natural Park

Day 3: WWI Frontline and Cinque Torri

Top Places You'll See

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