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A A superb hut-to-hut circuit through classic Dolomites scenery, with some easy sections of Via Ferrata |
Ref: EX-TWJ
8 days
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A superb hut-to-hut circuit through classic Dolomites scenery, with some easy sections of Via Ferrata
The Italian Dolomites are amongst the most striking mountains in Europe, tinted in weathered shades of rose, yellow and grey, and rising in steep spires of fantastical shapes. These stunning peaks have attracted rock climbers since the early part of the 19th century, but the landscape is a paradise for trekkers and walkers alike. Our route follows the high trails the locals call the Alta Via, and makes a spectacular circuit high above the famed resort of Val Gardena. We will gaze upon mountains, some well known and others less discovered, with such wonderful names as Langkofel and Vajolet Towers. To appreciate fully the wild and rugged beauty of this place we spend six days hiking from one comfortable mountain hut to the next. Some easier sections take us through valleys and pine forests, other paths lead us beneath the towering rock walls, and frequently we head high into the rocky peaks. Occasional sections of simple Via Ferrata - the famous cable-assisted scrambles found in much of the Dolomites - add extra excitement to the stunning trekking.
Trip Profile:
6 days light back-packing; altitude maximum 2958m, average 1000m. Grade C.
Group & Staff:
Min. 8, max. 15, plus leader.
Accommodation:
5 nights mountain huts, 2 nights simple guesthouse.
Food:
Breakfasts and evening meals included.
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Day 1 | Easy flight to Munich; transfer through Austria and across the historic Brenner Pass to Italy. | Day 2 | Walk to Rifugio Alpe di Tires, cross plateau to Rifugio Bolzano. Afternoon climb to fantastic viewpoint of Monte Pez. | Day 3 | Ascent to Passo Molignon and Passo Principe. Gentle descent to Rifugio Vajolet, at foot of famous Vajolet Towers. Optional ascent – partly on Via Ferrata – to Rifugio Alberto from which we can watch rock climbers testing their skills on the Vajolet Towers. | Day 4 | Traverse below peaks of Rosengarten mountains and cross Pas de la Coronele. Descend to Rifugio Fronza, with views of Latemar mountains and valleys of Fassa and Adige, walking through green forests and meadows; overnight in Rifugio Gardeccia. | Day 5 | Today’s stage is technically the most difficult of the whole trip. Climb to Passo Scaletta - one part of this ascent is an easy Via Ferrata. Cross extensive gravel fields of Val di Laussa. Descend to Valon de Antermoia and continue along lake shore to Rifugio Antermoia. | Day 6 | Long descent, over rocky terrain and meadows, to Val Duron. Climb to Rifugio Sassopiatto. Ascend Sassopiato peak - fabulous views in all directions. | Day 7 | Flat panoramic trail, then climb more steeply to Rifugio Vicenza. Continue circuit of Langkofel, and finally come back to hotel where we started the trek. | Day 8 | Transfer back to Munich for flight home. |
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FLIGHT INCLUSIVE PRICE
Local payment €140 (approx. £100)
Insurance £25
WHAT THE PRICE INCLUDES
In all the items below, “included” means either in the price or in a specified “local payment”.
Flights
The prices include flights from a UK airport to the destination airport and back, UK departure tax, all necessary domestic flights on the trip itinerary and all airport transfers. If you do not need our group flights, please ask for the “land only” prices. If you book at the “land only” price, international flights and related airport transfers are not included, but domestic flights generally are, except where tickets for these have to be issued in conjunction with your international ticket.
Accommodation
This is included in the price. If you’re camping, we provide sturdy two-person tents and all necessary communal camping and cooking gear, so you will just need to bring a sleeping bag and, on most trips, a sleeping mat.
Single rooms or tents
Our prices are based on twin share accommodation. If you book your own (many people do), we arrange for you to share with a person of the same sex. We do not charge a single supplement except on extensions. Where it is operationally possible to do so, we offer an optional single supplement in the price list. On some trips it is not possible to do so, we offer an optional single supplement in the price list. On some trips it is not possible to guarantee single accommodation for the whole tour; where this is the case further information and prices can be found in the Trip Notes. If you would like a single room or tent on a particular holiday you should contact the office for details. Where we are unable to guarantee single accommodation you may be able to arrange and pay for it locally. If you are a smoker we ask you not to smoke in your room or tent if sharing. Please note on certain trips single accommodation is not available due to local operational conditions.
Food
Meal plans vary according to area and circumstances: for every trip, details of what is included are shown in the Food section of each trip, and in the Trip Notes.
Transport
All necessary transport during the trip is included, whether private or public.
Sightseeing
Included wherever it is part of the itinerary (as stated in the Trip Notes). There are usually optional trips too.
Staff
On all trips we provide a leader or local representative, assisted by local guides, drivers and any other staff as appropriate. Leaders usually meet the group locally.
Permits, taxes, and entrance fees
We include in the cost of the holiday or in the stated local payment all necessary local permits, taxes, and entrance fees to National Parks or sites that are part of the itinerary, except for the Kilimajaro Government Tax, Mustang and Galapagos taxes.
NOT INCLUDED
Any meals and other food not included in the meal plan, visas, vaccinations, travel insurance, foreign airport taxes where not included in the price of the ticket, sleeping bags and other personal equipment, sleeping mats on most camping trips, entrance to historical sites if not specified in the Trip Notes, extra optional excursions and any personal expenditure such as laundry, drinks and tips.
This holiday is operated by Exodus Travels Ltd. ATOL 2582.
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The Dolomites
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