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Dolomites Hiking Tour: Tre Cime di Lavaredo and Cinque Torri

Dolomites Hiking Tour: Tre Cime di Lavaredo and Cinque Torri
Dolomites Hiking Tour: Tre Cime di Lavaredo and Cinque Torri
Dolomites Hiking Tour: Tre Cime di Lavaredo and Cinque Torri
Dolomites Hiking Tour: Tre Cime di Lavaredo and Cinque Torri
Dolomites Hiking Tour: Tre Cime di Lavaredo and Cinque Torri

Explore breathtaking peaks like the legendary Tre Cime di Lavaredo and Cinque Torri on this guided hike through the Dolomites, a dramatic UNESCO World Heritage Site. Our certified, experienced guides will lead you on a journey through diverse landscapes, ensuring a safe and enriching experience.

Group

Dolomite Mountains

6 Days

Jun - Sep

High

Intermediate


Highlights

  • Explore the dramatic Dolomite peaks
  • Discover the varied landscapes of one of the most beautiful mountain ranges in the world
  • Witness legendary sites like the 3 Cime di Lavaredo, Tofane di Roses, 5 Torri, and Croda del Lago.

Description

Welcome to the emblematic trails of the Dolomites! Vertical, sharp, jagged, and grandiose, these are the defining characteristics of these limestone mountains, recognized as a UNESCO World Heritage Site since 2009.

Join us on a journey through this magnificent massif, and witness first hand iconic sites such as the Tofane di Roses, the Cinque Torri, the Croda del Lago, and the legendary Tre Cime di Lavaredo with its three imposing stone giants, epitomizing the essence of the Dolomites.

Begin your journey from cozy lodgings tucked away in the heart of the Dolomites, just a stone's throw away from the town of Cortina d'Ampezz. Delve into the rich history and diversity of Dolomite landscapes, praised by none other than Le Corbusier, one of the most esteemed architects of the 20th century, as "the most magnificent architectural heritage in the world."

Feel free to reach out to us to check availability and reserve your spot in one of our groups. Get your hiking boots ready for an unforgettable adventure in the Dolomites. We're excited to lead the way!

Price includes

  • Accommodation included
  • Guiding fee
  • Breakfast
  • Lunch
  • Dinner
  • Transport during the trip

Price details

  • Included:
  • 5 nights of cozy hotel accommodations
  • All breakfasts
  • Lunches (picnicstyle) on days 2-6
  • Dinners on days 15
  • All necessary transfers
  • Supervision by a Frenchspeaking mountain guide
  • Not included:
  • Transportation to/from Cortina d'Ampezzo on days 1 and 6
  • Drinks and personal expenses
  • Tips for the guide

Itinerary

Day 1: Welcome to the Dolomites!

Explore the wonders of the Dolomites with us!

  • If you're arriving by public transport, join us at 4 p.m. at the Cortina d'Ampezzo bus station. Your guide will be there to greet you, and together, you'll catch the bus to our hotel where you'll spend the next five nights.
  • For those driving in, meet us at 4:30 p.m. at the Argentina Hotel in Pocol. Park your car in the hotel lot and join your group for the upcoming adventures.

A pre-dinner briefing awaits you in the early evening before our welcome dinner

Transportation: Public bus | Accommodation: Dinner and night at the Hotel Argentina in Pocol.

Day 2: Cinque Torri hike

Transfer by minibus to Passo Falzarego, the starting point for the Cinque Torri hike, an emblematic historic site of the Dolomites. The trail begins to climb gently.

Advance through a magnificent field of stones and arrive at the foot of Averau, a rocky citadel culminating at an altitude of 2649 meters. You will circle the mountain and soon arrive at the Nuvolau pass. From there, it is possible to climb the summit of the same name. The panoramic view is well worth the 150 m of additional elevation gain!

You will then reach the Cinque Torri, renowned among climbers and a place of major historical interest. They were the scene of violent battles between Italian and Austro-Hungarian troops during the First World War, and the remains of these battles are still visible today.

Return to Pocol in the afternoon.

Transportation: Private minibus or public bus | Elevation gain: 750m | Duration: 5 hours | Accommodation: Dinner and night at the Hotel Argentina in Pocol

Day 3: Lagazuoi ascent

Starting from the Falzarego pass, we start our day with the ascent to Lagazuoi. At the top, we will have a 360-degree view, and we will see the Marmolada and its glacier in the distance, the roof of the Dolomites, culminating at 3343m above sea level!

During our ascent, we will discover military remains which, like the day before, date from the First World War. We then descend to the foot of impressive vertical cliffs in a pleasant valley, to arrive at the Scotoni refuge, frequented by Italian families. From there, we go up to the Valparola pass and then join our minibus at the Falzarego pass. Return to Pocol.

Transportation: Private minibus or public bus | Elevation Gain: 900m | Duration: 5 hours | Accommodation: Dinner and night at the Hotel Argentina in Pocol

Day 4: Tofana di Rozes

Hike to the iconic Tofana di Rozes! Its towering rock walls are renowned for their challenging via ferrata routes. Today, we'll circumnavigate this majestic peak along a splendid balcony path, commencing from the Dibona refuge. The trail offers incredible vistas of nearby peaks, including the Cinque Torri, explored yesterday, and the forthcoming discovery of Croda del Lago. The Travenanzes valley will also unfold before us.

Return journey to Pocol.

Transportation: Private Minibus or Taxi | Elevation Gain: 1000m | Descent: 1000m | Duration: 6 hours | Accommodation: Dinner at a restaurant in Cortina and overnight stay at the Hotel Argentina in Pocol.

Day 5: Discover Croda del Lago

Explore the wonders of Croda del Lago as we hike from the base of Col Giau. Beginning amidst lush woods, we ascend along a scenic path that gradually opens up to panoramic views. The rugged mountains around us bear witness to the forces of nature.

Circling the imposing and vertical cliffs of Croda del Lago, we then descend gently to the tranquil shores of Lago di Federa. Our return path winds through the forest, leading us back to the minibus. Afterward, we return to Pocol, followed by dinner at a recommended restaurant in Cortina, where the guide will offer their insights.

Transportation: Private Minibus or Taxi | Elevation Gain: 800m | Descent: 800m | Duration: 5 hours | Accommodation: Dinner at a restaurant in Cortina and overnight stay at the Hotel Argentina in Pocol.

Day 6: 3 Cime di Lavaredo

Our grand finale awaits at the 3 Cime di Lavaredo! Begin the day with a private transfer to Misurina, nestled at the base of the hill leading to the Auronzo refuge. Our journey begins with a forest ascent to the Auronzo refuge, followed by entry into the renowned 3 Cime park, home to the mythical peaks of the Dolomites.

Gaze upon the towering stone giants, with the majestic Cima Grande, the highest of the three at 2999 meters above sea level, flanked by Cima Ovest and Cima Piccola. Next, we venture to the Locatelli refuge, offering unparalleled views of the north face of these iconic peaks. Embark on a scenic tour around these majestic mountains before descending through the forest back to Misurina.

For those needing respite, there's the option to take a bus to Auronzo (ticket not included). Later in the afternoon, return to Cortina, marking the end of our unforgettable journey.

Transportation: Private minibus or public bus | Elevation Gain: 800m | Descent: 800m | Duration: 5 hours

 

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Accommodation

You will stay in comfortable hotel accommodation for 5 nights


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What people are saying about this trip

Oliver

The trip is properly organized and includes the necessary bookings and administrative tasks. For unexperienced participants there could be some more explanations about how things work and what to take care of. The guide himself for sure is a nice person, but is really not suited for a such a role. Some actions were slightly annoying and some were just dangerous and nothing else. Additionally there should be at least a really short introduction to people who never stood on crampons how to walk on them or how you do rock climbing if you are tied together to and therefore responsible for other people.


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