Walking the Dolomites of Alta Badia

Walking the Dolomites of Alta Badia

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Walking the Dolomites of Alta Badia

8 Days Starting and ending in Armentarola

Visiting: Armentarola, San Ciascian, Rifugio Alpino Pralongià, Santa Croce, Badia, Alta Badia, Corvara, Badia , Valparola Pass, Fanes-Sennes-Braies Natural Park, Col de Locia, Capanna Ra Valles 2470 m

Tour operator:

Exodus

Tour code:

W07DS

Guide Type:

Fully Guided

Group size:

2 - 6

Physical rating:

Moderate

Age range:

12-99

Special diets catered:

Please inform Exodus of specific dietary requirements

Tour operated in:
English
Interests:

History, Photography

Activities:

Trekking, Walking

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Tour Overview

In the heart of the Italian Dolomites, the Alta Badia region boasts some of the most spectacular alpine scenery as well as a reputation for excellent cuisine. The village of San Cassiano is no stranger to either and sits just 15km, as the crow flies, due West of Cortina d'Ampezzo (or 30km by road and the Falzarego Pass). Around 500m in altitude above the village lies a large area of beautiful alpine meadow, dotted with traditional wooden mountain huts and the most amazing panoramic views. At some points you have a 360-degree vista that spans from the Austrian Alps to the North to the Marmolada range to the South (the highest peaks in the Dolomites), with the Fanes Natural Park to the East and the Sella mountain range and Gardena Pass to the West - all stunning views in their own rights but when combined it's almost mind-blowing!



Highlights

  • Stunning natural landscapes of the UNESCO World Heritage Dolomites: jagged limestone peaks, high alpine meadows and pine forests

  • Historical WW1 museum and fighting tunnels in the nearby Lagazuoi mountain

  • Explore charming alpine villages connected by bus and mountain lift system

  • Fabulous 4 star family-run hotel with four restaurants, spa, indoor pool, outdoor hot tub, sauna and steam room

  • Over 400kms+ of marked walking trails; a great array of flora & fauna; unrivalled alpine views

Itinerary

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Day 1 : Start Armentarola, San Cassiano

Location: Armentarola, San Ciascian

Accommodation: Hotel

Accommodation Name: Ciasa Salares

Meals Included: Dinner

Arrive at your hotel in Armentarola, San Cassiano. *Staying at 4 star Ciasa

Salares for 7 nights, with 4 nights on Half Board*. The below itinerary is

only a suggestion and you can do any walk on any day.



Day 2 : Walk With Stunning Views To The Mountain Hut At Pralongia.

Location: Rifugio Alpino Pralongià

Accommodation: Hotel

Accommodation Name: Ciasa Salares.

Meals Included: Breakfast, Dinner

From the hotel, you ascend steadily along peaceful country lanes, through

pine forest and up onto high alpine meadows with spectacular views of the

surrounding Dolomites mountain ranges. Either enjoy a picnic en route or when

you reach the mountain hut at Pralongia, take time over lunch and soaking up

the mountain panorama. Return to San Cassiano for the hotel shuttle or walk

back to the



Optional shorter walk: 5hrs, distance 15km/9.5mi



Day 3 : From San Cassiano, Walk The Pilgrimage Route To Santa Croce, Descend To Badia. 

Location: San Ciascian, Santa Croce, Badia

Accommodation: Hotel

Accommodation Name: Ciasa Salares.

Meals Included: Breakfast

Walk directly from the hotel or take the shuttle to San Cassiano. This

pilgrimage route first skirts above the village then heads through some

delightful pine woods. Along the route you pass depictions of the last hours

of Jesus Christ's life on earth before you reach the church at Santa Croce

with its amazing backdrop and views across the valley and the village of

Badia. Descend to Badia and take the bus back to the

Optional shorter walk: 4.5hrs, distance 13km/8mi



Day 4 : Gondola Lift Or Walk Up To This Favourite Alta Badia Trail. Descend To Corvara.

Location: Alta Badia, Corvara

Accommodation: Hotel

Accommodation Name: Ciasa Salares

Meals Included: Breakfast

Enjoy truly spectacular scenery on this favourite Alta Badia trail. You can

start the day with a gondola lift or you can climb the first 5km through pine

forest and alpine meadows. Once up at the top there are fabulous views ahead

to the Marmolada mountains, the highest in the Dolomites, and behind as far

as the Austrian Alps in the distance. At some points you have the most

incredible 360-degree panoramic views. Continue on with a variety of mountain

hut options for lunch then descend to Corvara for a well-deserved drink

before catching the bus back to the hotel. *Staying at Ciasa Salares.*



Optional shorter walk: 3.5hrs, distance 11km/7mi



 



Walking time 4hrs, distance 10km/6.5mi or walking time 5.5hrs, distance

13km/8mi.

*Comfortable Hotel*



Day 5 : Walk To The Lakes Near Badia, Climb To Lech Da Sompunt, Descend Back To Badia. 

Location: Badia

Accommodation: Hotel

Accommodation Name: Ciasa Salares

Meals Included: Breakfast

A short bus trip to Badia before this lovely walk takes you to two small

lakes close to Badia with the fabulous backdrop of the Somamunt, Col Plo Alt

and Pre Janin mountains. There are some wonderful views over the village and

across the valley to the Santa Croce mountain as you head to Lech dla Lunch

(pronounced lek-dela-loonk). Bring a picnic and you could even stop here for

loonk! A steep climb sets you on your way to Lech da Sompunt and its

delightful swans. Descend back to Badia passing through tiny hamlets and take

the bus back.



Day 6 : Walk To One Of The Strategic Passes From Ww1 With Optional Extensions.

Location: Valparola Pass

Accommodation: Hotel

Accommodation Name: Ciasa Salares

Meals Included: Breakfast, Dinner

Today you head up to one of the key strategic passes from WW1 – the Passo

Valparola for fabulous views over the San Cassiano valley. Heading through

the delightful Pre de Costa meadows, and past the Malghe Valparola, you head

up towards the pass. When you get there, you may want to stop for

refreshments at the rifugio at the top. You can make this a history trip and

continue on to the nearby WW1 museum or even to Passo Falzarego and a cable

car up to the top of Lagazuoi – one of the most fiercely fought over

mountains in the Dolomites. Another alternative is a tough 13km walk across

towards the Setsas mountain with more fabulous views and back to the hotel.





Optional longer walks available.



Day 7 : From Capanna Alpina Steep Climb To Panoramic Col De Locia And Forcela Di Lech. Steep Descent Back To Capanna Alpina.

Location: Fanes-Sennes-Braies Natural Park, Col de Locia, Capanna Ra Valles 2470 m

Accommodation: Hotel

Accommodation Name: Ciasa Salares

Meals Included: Breakfast, Dinner

Defintely worth the wait - the Fanes Natural Park is a huge expanse of

outstanding natural beauty. You can either walk directly from the hotel or

get the shuttle to the Capanna Alpina hut before starting the steep climb up

to the panoramic Col de Locia. The verdant plateau beyond (Plan de Ciaulunch)

and the climb up to the Forcela dl Lech provide awe-inspiring views of the

surrounding mountains and a sparkling, aquamarine mountain lake. You need a

head for heights on this one as you descend via two steep gorges, with well

trodden paths, to the Scotoni mountain hut and down a spectacular ski slope

to the start point.

Optional shorter walk: 4.5 hrs, distance 10km/6mi



Day 8 : Leave San Cassiano

Location: San Ciascian

Meals Included: Breakfast

Leave San Cassiano



What's Included

  • Arrival & departure transfers (when booking a flight inclusive package)

  • All accommodation (see accommodation section)

  • Route notes and maps

  • All breakfasts and 4 dinners

What's Not Included

  • Visas or vaccinations

  • Travel insurance

  • Single accommodation (available on request)

Food


All breakfasts and four dinners are included.

Accommodation

Ciasa Salares, Armentarola, San CassianoCiasa Salares, your home for the week, is located just a short walk (or even shorter shuttle/bus ride) from the centre of San Cassiano. Run by the Wieser family, Stefan, Wilma and their son Jan Clemens, who is passionate about the hotel’s fantastic wine cellar, the hotel combines alpine chic in the décor with good old-fashioned hospitality. The hotel's four restaurants include an informal wine bar, a terrace restaurant, a main restaurant and tables in the wine cellar. There are also two other very special rooms – the Cheese Room and the Chocolate Room, used for tastings, individual courses during meals and special occasions. Complimentary grappa tasting is available once a week, as well as one glass of wine and cheese tasting in the wine cellar. You will also get 5 half board meals included at the half board restuarant. Customers wishing to eat at one of the other three restaurants at the hotel can use their 'credit' from the half board menu and pay any difference locally. Drinks are always excluded. Other facilities include a library and lounge, a luxurious spa with indoor swimming pool, relaxation area, treatment rooms (3), sauna, steam room and an outdoor hot tub with fabulous alpine views to soak away those aching limbs after a day of walking. Headwater customers get free spa access (spa treatments available for a supplement.) The hotel offers a free shuttle service to San Cassiano (village and the main Piz Surega lift) as well as to the Capanna Alpina restaurant for the Fanes Natural Park walk. One picnic lunch is included at the hotel’s private mountain hut (day of the week changes depending on the weather). This mountain hut can be reached on foot (1hr 30mins from the hotel) on Day 4 walking or by gondola (about 20mins.) E-mountain bikes are available to hire for additional charge (payable locally.)

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  • Are vaccinations required for this tour?

    There are no specific health risks.

  • Are the local guides on the tour English speaking?

    Yes

  • Are all entrance fees included in the price?

  • Are children permitted to take part in the tour?

    Minimum 12 years age people can go on this tour.

  • What is the maximum group size?

    6

  • Are airport transfers included in this tour?

    Arrival & departure transfers (when booking a flight inclusive package)

  • Do you require a visa for this holiday?

    No visa required for British passport holders. Please note in Italy it is compulsory to carry ID with you at all times.

  • What happens if I need to change my holiday date once I’ve booked?

    If you wish to make any changes to your booking, particularly if you need to alter any flights booked through us, please let us know as soon as possible. There is a booking or flight amendment fee of £40 per change and flight amendments often incur extra airline costs depending on the changes to be made and if the ticket has been issued or not.

  • How long has the tour company been trading?

    Exodus has been trading since 1974

  • What documents will I receive before I travel?

    Your final joining instructions and flight details, if booked with us, will then be sent out 2 to 3 weeks before departure. If you would like a hard copy posted, or if you require these any earlier, please contact the customer operations team. We advise that if you are booking connecting travel before receiving these, please ensure you leave plenty of time.

  • Do you operate a “single share” option and how does it work?

    Travellers are welcome to opt to share a room with a tour member of the same gender for no additional charge. If you'd like your own room, we can request a single supplement so that you will have your own room throughout.

  • Can I join the tour once it has departed?

    You are welcome to meet the group after the tour has departed however there is no reduction in rate for joining a tour after the departure date.

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This trip takes you through the most beautiful parts of the Mediterranean walking with a guide and also discovering the wonders of Pompeii and Vesuvius. The hotel had a nice feel as family run, spotless and comfortable rooms, we were well looked after for breakfasts and dinner each day, and the barmen fixed some mean cocktails for us.!

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This holiday was extremely enjoyable. The itinerary is well planned and the route takes you to a variety of destinations. Not having been to Croatia before I didn't know there were so many beautiful small islands and I loved the ferry and catarmaran rides. The coastal route we took was dramatic and the World Heritage sites in Split and Dubrovnik very interesting and worth visiting. The Adriatic Sea was warm, blue and inviting, good for swimming even in October. The hotels we stayed in varied in size from medium to large. I particularly liked the one just outside Dubrovnik as I had a sea view. Tourists were plentiful in Split and Dubrovnik but in the other places we stayed there was an end of season feel and it was quiet on the roads and in the resorts. The food was good and our guide was always able to recommend a nice restaurant for our evening meal. The weather in October was good for cycling - not hot, partly cloudy most days and one day it rained!

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