Dolomites from Lago di Braies to the Tre Cime
Overview
The Best of the Dolomites Hiking Tour self-guided tour is an 7-day hiking adventure that explores this incredible UNESCO World Heritage site. Each day you’ll take beautiful trails that lead you past alpine lakes and meadows, through forests, and to majestic viewpoints.
This tour is customizable as most days offer you a choice of a longer or shorter hike. You’ll also have the chance to take a spectacular cable car ride and hike to some of the region’s most famous peaks, including Tre Cime. It’s the perfect tour for hikers who want to appreciate first-class mountain scenery without too much difficulty.
Dolomites from Lago di Braies to the Tre Cime Overview
The Best of the Dolomites Hiking Tour self-guided tour is an 7-day hiking adventure that explores this incredible UNESCO World Heritage site. Each day you’ll take beautiful trails that lead you past alpine lakes and meadows, through forests, and to majestic viewpoints.
This tour is customizable as most days offer you a choice of a longer or shorter hike. You’ll also have the chance to take a spectacular cable car ride and hike to some of the region’s most famous peaks, including Tre Cime. It’s the perfect tour for hikers who want to appreciate first-class mountain scenery without too much difficulty.
Explore the stunning Nature Parks in the UNESCO-designated Dolomite Mountains.
Hike through impressive mountain scenery, including the walk near the famous Tre Cime Peaks.
Choose the length of the trail you hike on most days to customize your walking holiday.
Experience the fascinating different cultures of the mountain villages that you’ll stay in along your route.
Trip map for Dolomites from Lago di Braies to the Tre Cime
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Itinerary for Dolomites from Lago di Braies to the Tre Cime
Arrive in Dobbiaco
Arrive any time in the Dobbiaco region. there are a series of villages spread out here and you'll likely be based in Niederdorf/Villabassa or Toblach/Dobbiaco.
Explore the Mountainside on the Way to Plätzwiese
Today your hiking holiday begins at Lake Pragser Wildsee. You’ll spend your day hiking through the alpine forests and meadows across Rossalm and Brükele.
You may hike a shorter route by taking the bus and beginning your hike from the Tuscherhof guesthouse.
Strudelkopf and Dürenstein Mountain Hike
Begin your walk through some of the most beautiful mountain landscapes in the country. You’ll experience crystal lakes and stunning views of the Hohe Gaisl and Kreuzkofelgruppe Mountains.
You have the choice to take a shorter route to Strudelkopf or continue hiking the longer route to Dürrenstein.
Choose Your Hike to Cortina D’Ampezzo
Once again, your hike begins from the Plätzwiese Plateau. You’ll descent to Cimabanche where you’ll decide between taking the public bus to Cortina d’Ampezzo or hiking the longer route. If you continue your walk, you’ll head to the Ra Stua hut and finish in Cortina.
Explore the Mountains from Cortina
This morning as you begin your walk from Cortina d’Ampezzo, you’ll be awed by the incredible rocky Dolomite peaks soaring above you.
Once again, you have two trail options. The shorter follows the Dolomieu Panoramic trail, and the longer path goes to Forcella Faloria. Both walks end at the Passo Tre Croci where you begin your descent into Cortina.
Tre Cime/Three Peaks Viewpoint Hike
Get to the Auronzo Hut by bus, which is situated directly below the world-famous rock massif of the „Three Peaks“. The imposing peaks, which were fiercely fought over as part of the front between Italy and Austria-Hungary during the mountain war in the First World War, are probably the best-known rock formation in the Dolomites. From here you hike leisurely down the Rienz Valley to the Dreizinnenblick and return by bus to the starting hotel of your hiking tour in Dobbiaco/Villabassa. For the more leisurely, there is the option of walking around the famous Three Peaks and returning by bus from the Rifugio Auronzo to Dobbiaco/Villabassa. (Ticket not included in the price).
Departure
This morning, your tour ends after breakfast. If you would like to extend your stay, you can pre-book additional nights in Dobbiaco.
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Dates and prices for Dolomites from Lago di Braies to the Tre Cime
This self-guided tour is always run as a private tour for your group only. The prices below are per person.
2025 Departures
The departures are available everySaturday, Sunday, Monday, Wednesday and Friday, from June 14th to July 28th and from August 31st to September 21st, 2025.
- Single room: from $1,450USD*
- Sharing a double room: from $1,125USD*
*-Pricing for this tour depends on the dates of your trip. Please click the booking button below to get the exact pricing for your trip dates.
What’s included for Dolomites from Lago di Braies to the Tre Cime
Meals
6 breakfasts are included.
Accommodations
Accommodations for 6 nights are included. Accommodations before and after the tour in Dobbiaco are not included but can be added as a supplement.
Transportation during the Tour
Luggage transfers are included throughout the tour as outlined in the itinerary. Your airport transfers to and from Dobbiaco are not included. Bus tickets to Cortina d‘ Ampezzo and from Auronzo/Three Peaks Viewpoint to Toblach/Niederdorf are not included.
Also Included
- Pre-planned hiking route
- Detailed documents, guides and trail maps
- Emergency telephone support hotline for the duration of the tour
- Videobriefing
- Luggage transfer between hotels
- Tickets for the cable cars in Faloria
Not Included
- Guide services
- Meals, drinks, or snacks not previously mentioned
- Tourist hotel tax, payable each night at hotel
- Flights
- Travel insurance
- Visas if required
- Gratuities for drivers, servers, or other staff if desired
- Airport transfers
- Buss from Cortina d’Ampezzo to Rifugio Auronzo
- Bus from Rifugio Auronzo to Dobbiaco
Optional Extras
- Additional nights before or after the tour in Dobbiaco
- Single occupancy upgrades
- 4-day half-board upgrades
- Optional activities or excursions
Accommodation for Dolomites from Lago di Braies to the Tre Cime
This tour is based in hotels. The hotels on this trip are 3 and 4-star and offer clean, comfortable rooms where you can relax after an active day. You’ll enjoy the local hospitality as you stay in different towns along your hiking route.
In some cases, the accommodation listed below may need to be substituted for other comparable accommodations.
Single Rooms and Solo Travellers
Rooms are double occupancy. The required single occupancy supplement is included in the listed price.
Frequently asked questions for Dolomites from Lago di Braies to the Tre Cime
How hard is the Best of the Dolomites Hiking Tour?
We rate this tour as a 3/5. The trails are well-marked and easy to follow. However, you should be able to hike up to 6 hours each day. The tour provides shorter route options on most days so you can customize your level of difficulty.
Do I need a visa to travel to Italy?
Check with your local country about visa requirements. You could also try this website, though you should verify with your government.
Are meals included on the Best of the Dolomites Hiking Tour?
6 breakfasts are included.
Do I need insurance?
Yes, it is mandatory to have health and medical insurance to join this trip, and your insurance should cover hiking. Get your Travel Insurance.
How do I get to Dobbiaco to start this tour?
This tour begins and ends in Dobbiaco/Toblach, also known as Hochpustertal or Niederdorf/Villabassa The nearest airports are Innsbruck Airport (INN), Antonio Canova Airport in Treviso (TSF), and Venice Marco Polo Airport(VCE). It can be accessed from all airports by train or by car.
Is the Best of the Dolomites Hiking Tour guided?
No. You will be provided with all necessary information to complete your self-guided tour. Self-guided tours offer great flexibility in your day-to-day, but you should be comfortable with more independence than you’d have on a guided tour.
Where does the Best of the Dolomites Hiking Tour end?
This tour ends in Dobbiaco/Toblach, also known as Hochpustertal or Niederdorf/Villabassa. The nearest airports are Innsbruck Airport (INN), Antonio Canova Airport in Treviso (TSF), and Venice Marco Polo Airport(VCE). The town can be accessed from all airports by train or by car.
Is the Best of the Dolomites Hiking Tour family-friendly?
Yes, this tour would be suitable for families with children ages 12 and older. Children should be able to complete the included hikes on the tour.
Do I need special vaccines to travel to Italy?
Check with your family doctor.
Are there any travel restrictions for Italy?
Please check with your local government about travel restrictions before you book your tour. This map from the US Department of State provides an overview of the current status in countries around the globe. The UK‘s Foreign Office and Government of Canada also provide advice on foreign travel. Note that the travel advice may change depending on your nationality.
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