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Kitzbuhel to Tre Cime Hiking Tour

Trek the stunning mountainsides from the Austrian Alps to the Italian Tre Cime

Hiking Kitzbüler to Tre Cime
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Kitzbuhel to Tre Cime Hiking Tour Overview

Hike from the famous mountain town of Kitzbuhel in Austria to Italy's stunning Tre Cime mountain, also known as Drei Zinnen.  This self-guided hiking adventure begins in the Kitzbuhel Alps and takes you all the way to the iconic Three Peaks in the Dolomites. Each day your luggage will be sent ahead to the next charming town or mountain village on your route so you can focus on enjoying every step of this beautiful hiking adventure.

During your hikes on this amazing itinerary, you’ll enjoy alpine valleys, meadows, and forests that are surrounded by stunning rocky peaks and glaciers. As you make your way to the UNESCO World Heritage designated Dolomites, you’ll enjoy the amazing scenery and experience the area’s unique mountain culture. Although the highlight of the tour is the spectacular views of the GroBvenediger and Drei Zinnen (Tre Cime), you’ll have a hard time picking your favourite hike on this dreamy trip.

Trip highlights

  • Visit quaint mountain villages and hamlets like charming Aurach in Tyrol.

  • Experience the amazing scenery as you descend Resterhöhe by foot or by cable car.

  • Hike to Lange Alm and walk around the dramatic Drei Zinnen, or Tre Cime.

  • Immerse yourself in the mountainside culture by staying in local hotels and indulging in the amazing local delicacies.

Day By Day Itinerary

Today can be a travel day, or you can arrive early to spend the afternoon in Kitzbühel. Settle in a d acquaint yourself with the town.

Overnight Location:
Hotel in Kitzbühel
Distance:
None
Meals:
None

This morning you’ll begin your first hike at the foot of the Kitzbüheler Südberge Mountain. You’ll walk by small farms and villages on your way to the Tyrolean village of Aurach. From here you’ll hike to Jochberg, where you’ll spend the night.

Overnight Location:
Hotel in Jochberg
Distance:
4-5 hours, 540m of ascent, 380m of descent
Meals:
Breakfast

A shuttle will take you from your hotel to your starting point today. You’ll begin hiking up into the mountains and experience the tranquil alpine scenery each step of the way. Your path will lead you to the Trattenbachalm and the Hartkaserhöhe before you arrive at the border between Tyrol and Salzburg.

When you reach Resterhöhe you can choose to hike down or purchase a ticket on the Panoramabahn Kitzbüler Alpen II cable car. From the bottom, a bus will take you to Mittersill.

Overnight Location:
Hotel in Mittersill
Distance:
5-6 hours, 820m of ascent, 800m of descent Short route: 4-5 hours, 820m of ascent, 250m of descent
Meals:
Breakfast

Your day begins with a shuttle to Matreier Tauernhaus. You’ll have a few choices of routes to take to explore the area. First, you can walk from Lake Hintersee to cross over Felbertauern and to the St. Pöltener Hütte before returning to Matrei. Another option is to climb up to the Venedigerblick for tremendous glacial views of Großvenediger. Lastly, you can hike through the mountains to Innergschlöss in a roundtrip hike to Matreier Tauernhaus.

To reach Matrei, your final destination, you’ll take the public bus.

Overnight Location:
Hotel in Matrei
Distance:
5.5-6.5 hours, 650m of ascent, 650m of descent Alternate route 2: 3 hours, 1240m of ascent, 1040m of descent
Meals:
Breakfast

Take a public bus ride to Mariahilf to begin your hike through the forests to the mountain pastures and Gsieser Törl. Your path follows what was once a smuggler’s route that once ran between Italy and Austria. You’ll enjoy sweeping views that stretch to the Pragser Dolomites.

Since you’ll be walking between many mountain huts which all offer delicious local fare, be sure to stop for dumpling or a strudel.

Overnight Location:
Hotel in Gsiesertal
Distance:
4.5-5.5 hours, 740m of ascent, 740m of descent
Meals:
Breakfast

The tour leads further and further south and the Dolomites are only a stone‘s throw away. From the Gsiesertal valley, the trail climbs steadily and comfortably to the crossing of Frondeign. The hike is mostly in the shady forest. If you prefer, you can take the more athletic option towards the „Schuieralm“. The path winds its way down to Wahlen. The valley widens and offers a view of the Neunerkofel, Haunold, Dürrenstein and the Höhlenstein valley.

Overnight Location:
Hotel in Toblach
Distance:
3.5-6 hours, 850m of ascent, 810m of descent
Meals:
Breakfast

Begin your day with a public bus ride to the Three Peaks viewpoint, where your hiking adventure begins. From here, follow scenic trails across the Rienzböden and through the beautiful Rienztal Valley towards the iconic Three Peaks, one of the most famous landmarks of the Dolomites and part of a UNESCO World Heritage Site. Continue to the renowned Dreizinnenhütte mountain refuge before hiking beneath the impressive Paternkofel, a mountain steeped in World War I history, where the legendary mountain guide Sepp Innerkofler lost his life. Your route then descends into the picturesque Fischleintal Valley, where you can catch a bus back to Dobbiaco.

Alternatively, take a bus directly to Rifugio Auronzo and enjoy a spectacular circular hike around the famous Three Peaks before returning to Dobbiaco by bus. Bus tickets are not included.

Overnight Location:
Hotel in Dobbiaco/Toblach
Distance:
3-4 hours, 350m of ascent, 350m of descent Alternate route: 4.5-5.5 hours, 1025m of ascent, 125m of descent
Meals:
Breakfast

After you’ve had breakfast you can begin your journey home or to your next destination. We can help book ahead to spend extra nights in Dobaccio if you’d like!

Overnight Location:
None
Distance:
None
Meals:
Breakfast

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Inclusions

Included

  • 7 breakfasts are included.
  • Accommodations for 7 nights are included. Accommodations before the tour in Kitzbühel and after the tour in Toblach/Dobbiaco are not included but can be added as a supplement.
  • Luggage transfers are included throughout the tour as outlined in the itinerary, but this does not include transfers to and from the airport, the cable car ride from Resterhöhe or bus tickets.
  • Pre-planned hiking route
  • Detailed documents, guides and trail maps
  • Emergency telephone support hotline for the duration of the tour
  • Luggage transfer between hotels

Not included

  • Flights
  • Guide services
  • Meals, drinks, or snacks not previously mentioned
  • Travel insurance
  • Airport transfers
  • Visas if required
  • Tourist hotel tax, payable each night at the hotel
  • Gratuities for drivers, servers, or other staff if desired

Optional Extras

  • Additional nights before or after the tour
  • Single occupancy upgrades
  • Pre-booked return shuttle from Dobbiaco to Kitzbühel day on Saturday or Sunday (minimum of 4 people required)

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FAQ

We rate this tour as a 3/5. This tour consists of daily mountain hikes up to 6 hours long each day. It is possible to shorten the hikes or miss the steeper climbs by using cable cars or public transportation. The trails are well-marked and are in good condition. You should be an active hiker to get the most out of this tour.

Check with your local country about visa requirements. You could also try this website, though you should verify with your government.

7 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.

The nearest airports are Munich International Airport (MUC), Salzburg W.A Mozart Airport (SZG), and the Innsbruck Airport (INN). Many taxi companies are available to bring you from any of these airports to your hotel in Kitzbüler, or you can take a bus or train.

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, and you can travel to your departure airport by bus or taxi or by booking the shuttle that departs on Fridays.

Yes, this tour would be suitable for families with children ages 14 and older. Children should be comfortable completing all included hikes on this 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.

Last Updated: November 2, 2026

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