Dolomites Self-Guided Tour from Lago di Braies to the Tre Cime
Explore the magnificent nature parks of the Italian Dolomites on foot
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Dolomites Self-Guided Tour from Lago di Braies to the Tre Cime Overview
The Best of the Dolomites Hiking Tour self-guided tour is a 7-day hiking adventure that explores some of the best trails in the Dolomites. The Dolomites are an incredible UNESCO World Heritage site, and on this walking tour you’ll hike 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.
Trip highlights
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.
Day By Day Itinerary
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.
- Overnight Location:
- Hotel in Dobbiaco
- Distance:
- None
- Meals:
- None
Today your hiking holiday begins at Lago di Braies (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.
- Overnight Location:
- Hotel in Plätzwiese
- Distance:
- 7-8 hours, 1100m of ascent, 580m of descent Alternative route: 4-5 hours, 790m of ascent, 0m of descent
- Meals:
- Breakfast
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.
- Overnight Location:
- Hotel in Plätzwiese
- Distance:
- Strudelkopf: 3-4 hours, 360m of ascent, 360m of descent Dürrenstein: 4-5 hours, 850m of ascent, 850m of descent
- Meals:
- Breakfast
You hike through the high plateau of the Plätzwiese and descend through the Knappenfußtal to Cimabanche – the frontier between South Tyrol and Belluno. Here are two possibilities to continue: either the direct way using the public transport to Cortina d’Ampezzo or the longer variant to Ospitale and Passo Tre Croci. Possibility to shorten the route with the cable car Son Forca (not incl.)
- Overnight Location:
- Hotel in Cortina d’Ampezzo
- Distance:
- 2 hours, 0m of ascent, 475m of descent. Tre Croci is 6 hours with 650m of ascent. Alternative route: 8 hours, 650m of ascent, 1425m of descent
- Meals:
- Breakfast
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.
- Overnight Location:
- Hotel in Cortina d’Ampezzo
- Distance:
- 5 hours, 270m of ascent, 1150m of descent Alternative route: 3-4 hours, 100m of ascent, 990m of descent
- Meals:
- Breakfast
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).
- Overnight Location:
- Hotel in Dobbiaco
- Distance:
- 3.5-4.5 hours, 120m of ascent, 1000m of descent Alternative route: 3-4 hours, 350m of ascent, 350m of descent
- Meals:
- Breakfast
This morning, your tour ends after breakfast. If you would like to extend your stay, you can pre-book additional nights in Dobbiaco.
- Overnight Location:
- None
- Distance:
- None
- Meals:
- Breakfast
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Inclusions
Included
- 6 breakfasts are included.
- Accommodations for 6 nights are included. Accommodations before and after the tour in Dobbiaco are not included but can be added as a supplement.
- 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.
- 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
- Luggage Transfers
- Airport Transfers
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
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FAQ
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.
Check with your local country about visa requirements. You could also try this website, though you should verify with your government.
6 breakfasts are included.
Yes, it is mandatory to have health and medical insurance to join this trip, and your insurance should cover hiking. Get your Travel Insurance.
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.
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.
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.
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.
Check with your family doctor.
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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