The Italian Dolomites - where the adventure begins

​🏃 Experience Level 3: Experienced on trails 
📅 Trip length: 7 days 
​📍 Location: Dolomites, Italy

📅 12 - 18 July 2025
💁🏼‍♂️ £1895 / €2275 / $2395 per person
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This exciting 7-day trail running adventure in the stunning Italian Dolomites covers approximately 120 kilometres of trail, with varying levels of difficulty each day. The trip kicks off in Cortina d'Ampezzo, traversing some of the most breathtaking landscapes in the region. Accommodation ranges from hotels to cosy mountain rifugios, providing a blend of comfort and rustic charm.

Itinerary 

• Day one: Arrival in the Charming Cortina d’Ampezzo, Italy.

​Welcome to the breathtaking town of Cortina d'Ampezzo, your gateway to the Dolomites! Nestled in the heart of the Italian Alps, Cortina d’Ampezzo is renowned for its stunning mountain scenery, chic boutiques, and rich history as a former Olympic host. Upon your arrival in the afternoon, you’ll be greeted by our friendly guides who will introduce you to the wonders that await. After a thorough orientation, take the opportunity to settle into your hotel. Whether you choose to stretch your legs with a gentle run, or simply wander through the town’s quaint cafes, restaurants, and shops, the charm of Cortina will leave you eager for the adventures ahead. Dinner included.

• Day two:  Benvenuto to the Alta Via 1

Your first full day on the trails begins at the enchanting Lago di Braies, the gateway to the Dolomites, which comprises of several national parks and UNESCO world heritage sites, due to their international significance for geomorphology. It's a 'sporty' start on our first ascent, but prepare to be mesmerised by panoramic vistas and towering rock formations. This day’s journey is filled with picturesque photo stops and mountain rifugios, perfect for savouring a delicious lunch. As the sun sets, you’ll find yourself perched at altitude, in a beautiful rifugio, where the crisp mountain air and starry skies offer a perfect ending to your first day of adventure. Expected time on trails: 6-8 hours. Breakfast and dinner included.

• Day three: Deeper into the Dolomites 

Today, you’ll delve deeper into the heart of the Dolomites. Your journey begins with a climb up to the Forcella del Lago, a breathtaking vantage point that offers a glimpse into the rugged beauty of the region. Along the trail, we’ll pause at a lakes and pass by several rifugios, where you can enjoy a simple, hearty meal while taking in the serene surroundings. Your destination and highlight of the day is the awe-inspiring Cinque Torri, a collection of towering rock formations that serve as a natural monument to the heroism and hardships of the past, in an area steeped in World War One history. Expected time on trails: 6-8 hours. Breakfast and dinner included.

• Day four: Cols and Croda

Today’s route leads you high up into the mountains, offering more breathtaking views at every turn. We take the path less travelled, away from the crowds, offering the chance to experience some of the more chilled rifugios. Today is our longest day, culminating in a final punchy climb. The route concludes at one of the more remote rifugios, perched on a cliffside ledge, where you’ll enjoy a peaceful night under a blanket of stars, far from the lights of civilisation. Expected time on trails: 6-8 hours. Breakfast and dinner included.

• Day five: Torre-tastic

The day starts early, with highlights including the beautiful Lago di Coldai and the towering Torre di Valgrande and Cima de Toni. We follow the base of a huge wall of peaks and towers, through lush meadows and deep gorges, stopping at one of our favourite rifugios for lunch and home-made cake. We pick our way through bolder fields beneath the mountains, finishing in a rifugio perched up above the forest with views to die for. Expected time on trails: 6-8 hours. Breakfast and dinner included.

• Day six: Cima and Castellos

Your final full day on the trail promises to be unforgettable. Passing briefly closer to civilisation, we swiftly head up again into the mountains, to an area that feels raw and remote. The trail passes through lush vegetation, before offering up more amazing vistas and huge walls of rock. A short scramble leads us to a challenging descent. Tonight's rifgio is rustic but wonderfully wholesome and peaceful, with our favourite evening meal of the route. The sense of accomplishment and the stunning surroundings make this the perfect final night in the mountains. Expected time on trails: 6-8 hours. Breakfast and dinner included.
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• Day seven: Farewell to the trails – Return to Cortina

On your last morning, rise early to savour one final mountain breakfast before our final ascent and long descent through a lush forested valley. Here, your adventure in the Dolomites comes to a close, but not before one last scenic drive back to Cortina. Arriving by early afternoon, you’ll have time to reflect on the incredible memories made, the stunning landscapes explored, and the new friends met along the way. As you say your goodbyes, you’ll carry with you the unforgettable experiences of a journey through one of the world’s most beautiful mountain ranges. We recommend that you book a final night to enjoy Cortina, or to head back to Venice in the evening. Expected time on trails: 4 hours. Breakfast included.
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​What is included 

• Welcome reception & introductory briefing​
• Meals as specified in the itinerary
• ​6 nights accommodation on a twin share basis
• 6 days guided trail-running, with a qualified International Mountain leader 
• ​Tips on running techniques and nutrition in the mountains​
• New friends & amazing memories ​

 What is not included  

• Travel to/from Cortina
• Snacks, drinks and lunch during your running days
• Drinks with meals (table water is provided)
• Single room supplements (only available in Cortina)
• Personal insurance (required)

Travel & Logistics

Arrival: Saturday in Cortina d’Ampezzo. Meet & greet will be in the hotel lobby at 6pm.

Departure: Friday, after 4pm

The main airport for your Dolomites adventure is Venice Marco Polo Airport (VCE), Italy. Flights to Venice are frequent and can be booked from several UK and international airports with airlines that include British Airways, EasyJet, and Ryanair.

Transfers to/from Venice Marco Polo Airport to/from our hotel in Cortina d'Ampezzo are not included. Transfers are frequent and can be booked with Flixbus, Cortina Express, or private taxi with Taxi Cortina. Please ensure that you leave enough time to get to/from the airport and ensure that transfers are available when you book your flights.





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Kit Lists & Packing

If you’re scratching your head and wondering what kit you’ll need to bring, please download our Dolomites Kit List below.
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