Dolomites Guided Hike

What's Included

• Accommodation
  6 nights in mountain refuges/gîte-hostels or mountain hotels

• 6 breakfasts, 7 lunches, 6 dinners (does not include drinks) – continental breakfasts are served and usually consist of breads, jams, coffee, tea and juices. Lunch is picnic style. Dinner will consist of 2 or 3 courses which include regional specialties

• 6 nights accommodation in mountain refuges on a dormitory share basis.

• Luggage transfer by mule, 1 piece maximum 6kg (+ the provided duffle bag) - additional luggage storage available, fees apply, must be pre booked

• Experienced mountain guide

• Travel to and from the start and end point in Cortina

• Drinks and snacks

• Travel insurance - mandatory

• Storage of luggage - fees apply

• Transfers by taxi or public transport if you need to skip a stage

• Items of a personal nature

What's Not Included

Accommodation

6 nights in mountain refuges/gîte-hostels or mountain hotels
Accommodation is dormitory style in mountain refuges or gîte hostels. There can be up to 15 people in one room in some refuges but less on most nights (around 4-12). Beds are often bunks, always with separate mattresses. Bathrooms and toilets are shared.

Grading

MODERATE TO CHALLENGING – GRADE 4
The hiking is moderate to challenging (4) grade with daily guided hikes of around 4-6 hours, between 4 and 17.5 kms and maximum ascents of 1250 metres per day. Whilst 3 of the days would be considered moderate there are 4 days which involve harder stages and all days will involve steep uphills, descents, and many sections of the trail which require care with loose rock on the trail. There are short stages where chains and cables are there to support hikers. If you suffer from vertigo there are parts of the trail that are quite exposed. The accent is on keeping a steady pace with time to stop and take photos (subject to weather conditions). You will need a good level of fitness and a good hiking pace to participate fully in this adventure. It is considered suitable for hikers with some experience in alpine terrain. If you have no alpine experience, we recommend you participate in a series of hikes of 7-8 hours with lots of uphills and downhills - this will gauge your suitability for this hike. Early in the season (June) you may encounter snow on sections of the trail which may be quite deep and alter the grading of the trip to challenging. At any time during summer, weather conditions may be variable and you should be prepared for all conditions including snow, ice, strong hot sun and extreme winds. Pre trip training should involve a combination of cardio vascular sessions of 45 minutes, 3 to 4 times a week, coupled with endurance hikes of up to 8 hours carrying a daypack. Our staff are happy to provide further advice on pre trip training. Important note: good quality hiking boots with ankle support are a pre-requisite for your participation. Runners or shoes without ankle support are not suitable for the conditions encountered on this hike.