Winter Hiking Tour in the Dolomites
Explore the snow-capped Dolomites of Italy on this winter hiking adventure
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Self-Guided
Winter Hiking Tour in the Dolomites Overview
The Winter Hiking in the Dolomites tour is an 8-day hiking adventure that will show off the spectacular frozen majesty of these Italian mountains during the winter. You’ll explore trails that are navigable without snowshoes, plunging you right into a winter wonderland.
During your self-guided tour, you’ll explore the valleys and passes near Sesto and then move on to the Prato Piazza Plateau. Here you’ll enjoy even more mountain views during your hikes, including the famous Drei Zinnen (Three Peaks). Cozy up in comfortable hotels in charming mountain towns after days full of expansive snowy peak views. This is the perfect hiking tour to enjoy the silent natural beauty of the Dolomites during the winter.
Trip highlights
Discover the beauty of the Dolomite mountains during the magical winter months.
Experience incredible panoramic views of Drei Zinnen during your snowy hike to Auronzo hut.
Indulge in local delicacies like warm Apfelküchlein during visits to the mountain huts along your route.
Immerse yourself in the culture of the mountain towns while staying in Sesto and Prato Piazza.
Day By Day Itinerary
Today is your travel day and you can arrive any time to check into your hotel in Alta Pusteria. Get settled and find a nice local spot for dinner.
- Overnight Location:
- Hotel in Alta Pusteria
- Distance:
- None
- Meals:
- Dinner
Today your hiking journey into the mountains begins! A transfer will bring you to Campo di Dentro where you’ll begin your winter hike through the meadows towards Drei Schuster hut.
This is the perfect place to take a break and enjoy a warm drink and the house specialty Apfelküchlein while you take in the view of the incredible Dolomite peaks before you. Take the public bus to return to Sesto for the night.
- Overnight Location:
- Hotel in Sesto
- Distance:
- 15 km, 650m of ascent
- Meals:
- Breakfast and dinner
Today you’ll walk a circuit from Sesto and experience scenic views of Zwölferkofel and Dreschusterspitze as you hike between them. You’ll hike past several mountain huts on your to Passo Monte Croce before returning to Sesto.
- Overnight Location:
- Hotel in Sesto
- Distance:
- 14 km, 500mof ascent
- Meals:
- Breakfast and dinner
After breakfast, a shuttle will bring you to a restaurant where you’ll join your hiking path. Your trail follows the Stolla stream through a frozen valley to the Gasthof Brückele hut. You’ll continue hiking in the shadow of the impressive Croda Rossa peak towards Prato Piazza.
- Overnight Location:
- Hotel in Prato Piazza
- Distance:
- 6 km, 500m of ascent
- Meals:
- Breakfast and dinner
Your hike today will take you up Monte Specie. Begin from Prato Piazza and enjoy the spectacular views of the Pragser Dolomites as you climb. From Strudelkopf you’ll have a panoramic view of the Drei Zinnen (the most iconic view in the Dolomites) before you begin the return journey.
- Overnight Location:
- Hotel in Prato Piazza
- Distance:
- 10 km, 325m of ascent
- Meals:
- Breakfast and dinner
Begin your day with a transfer to Braies/Prags, where your hike takes you through the beautiful woodlands of the Pragser Valley. Follow scenic trails surrounded by impressive mountain landscapes until you reach the stunning Lake Braies (Pragser Wildsee), famous for its crystal-clear turquoise waters and dramatic Dolomite peaks. Continue your walk to the peaceful Grünwaldalm alpine pasture, where you can relax and enjoy the beautiful surroundings. Afterwards, take a public bus back to Villabassa or Dobbiaco.
- Overnight Location:
- Hotel in Dobbiaco
- Distance:
- 11 km, 440m of ascent
- Meals:
- Breakfast and dinner
A transfer will drive you to Misurina where you’ll begin your winter walk through the mountains. You’ll pass Lake Antorno on your way to the Auronzo hut. The hut is on the southwest side of the Drei Zinnen and the terrace offers spectacular sweeping views of the snowy peaks.
A transfer will bring you back to your hotel.
- Overnight Location:
- Hotel in Dobbiaco
- Distance:
- 14 km, 675m of ascent
- Meals:
- Breakfast and dinner
Today your tour finishes after breakfast. You can choose to extend your stay by booking additional nights in Dobbiaco.
- Overnight Location:
- None
- Distance:
- None
- Meals:
- Breakfast
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Inclusions
Included
- 7 breakfasts and 7 dinners are included.
- Accommodations for 7 nights are included. Accommodations before and after the tour in Dobbiaco are not included but can be added as a supplement.
- Transportation for you and your luggage are included throughout the tour, as outlined in the itinerary. Airport transfers at the beginning and end of your tour are not included.
- Detailed documents, guides, and route maps
- Emergency telephone support hotline for duration of the tour
- Pre-planned route
- Luggage transfer between hotels
Not included
- Flights
- Guide services
- Meals, drinks, or snacks not previously mentioned
- Travel insurance
- Tourist hotel tax, payable each night at hotel
- Visas if required
- Airport transfers
- Gratuities for drivers, servers, or other staff if desired
- Bike rental
Optional Extras
- Additional nights before or after the tour in Dobbiaco
- Single occupancy upgrades
- Optional activities or excursions
- Snowshoes and trekking poles, prices available on request
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FAQ
We rate this tour as a 3/5. This tour includes hikes between 5 km and 15 km per day in cold conditions. The hikes are moderately challenging due to their length and the possibility of difficult winter footing, but require no technical expertise and should be suitable for many active hikers.
Check with your local country about visa requirements. You could also try this website, though you should verify with your government.
7 breakfasts and 7 dinners are included.
Yes, it is mandatory to have health and medical insurance to join this trip, and your insurance should cover winter 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 prepared to have more independence than you’d have on a guided tour.
This tour ends in Dobbiaco, Italy. You can easily reach the nearest airports, Innsbruck Airport (INN), Antonio Canova Airport in Treviso (TSF), and Venice Marco Polo Airport (VCE) by car or train.
Snowshoes may be an asset during certain parts of your hikes, however, they are not strictly necessary.
Yes. You can request pricing for snowshoe and trekking pole rentals.
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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