Hiking the Alpine Trail
The Dolomites are situated in the Northeast corner of Italy, between Austria to the north and the Venetian plain to the south. This is a region of great natural beauty; soaring Dolomitic peaks which change colour depending on the light, dark fir forests, lush alpine meadows filled with wild flowers, crystal clear mountain streams and cascading waterfalls. It is also a place where three cultures and languages come together; Italian, Austrian and Ladin to produce a rich cultural mix. Ladino is the native tongue of the inhabitants of the Val Badia. Derived from Latin, this ancient Romansch language is now spoken only in the Dolomites and in the Engadine valley in Switzerland. The dramatic beauty of the Dolomites, exceptional hiking, innovative cuisine and the warm hospitality of the people combine to make a memorable walking holiday.
Days 1 & 2
Val di Funes: meet in the cosmopolitan capital Bolzano; visit the Iceman in the Archaeological Museum; hike from San Pietro to Santa Maddalena; explore the Parco Naturale Puez-Odle; regional wine tasting.
Day 3 & 4
San Vigilio: enjoy a Tyrolian BBQ by the side of the river Ega; visit the Ladin museum in San Martino; visit the oldest parish church in the Marebbe valley; stay in a charming mountain hotel.
Dolomites Day 5
Fanes - Sennes -Braies Nature Reserve: overnight in one of the most famous mountain huts in the Dolomites.
Day 6 & 7
San Cassiano: hike to the picturesque church of Santa Croce; visit the open air museum of the Great War; hike from Passo Valparola to view the spectacular Marmolada glacier; farewell Ladin dinner.
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