Walking Holidays in the Italian Dolomites
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from £995
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14 June
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20 September 2025
Our classic Collett’s Mountain Holiday experience, in the world’s most majestic mountains.
Country
Italy
Grade
All Abilities
Duration
Flexible
Style
Self-Guided
Type
Centre-Based
Price
from £995
A super-flexible alpine walking holiday in the Dolomites
Stunningly located amidst remarkable peaks and vibrant floral pastures, Corvara lies at the heart of a UNESCO World Heritage treasure. Whether you meander idyllic meadows or ascend the rocky reaches, on this classic walking holiday in the Dolomites, everyone marvels at the sheer beauty of nature. Waymarked trails radiate from the village, revealing exquisite flora and fauna, enchanting woodland, and formidable rose-pink rock formations.
Each of our fabulous handpicked hotels is a launchpad for easy rambles, moderate hikes, challenging trails and even Via Ferrata. Plan your days using your own Collett’s Walk Pack, whilst the icing on the cake for a succession of unforgettable hikes is the daily support and knowledge of our Walks Team. Then indulge in the stylish comforts, soothing spa, tantalising cuisine and warm hospitality of your chosen accommodation.
Here is what recent guests, Neil & Heather Davies shared in their Italian Dolomites walking holiday review.
Browse this page to find out more and when you’re ready, simply click the Enquire or Book Now buttons, submit some information, and let our skilled enquiry team do the rest.
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Dates
14 June to 20 September 2025
Arrive & depart any day
Price
Half Board – from £995
Self Catering – from £695
Walk Grades
All Grades – Easy & Idyllic, Moderate Classics & Challenging Trails.
What’s Included
Handpicked Hotels – 4* Superior, 3* Superior – plus B&B & self-catering options.
Walk Pack – everything you need to guarantee a holiday of memorable self-guided walks that suit your level of fitness. This includes a Holiday Handbook, 1:25,000 local map, comprehensive walk notes and free access to our smartphone App for easy navigation.
Walks Team – join us and other like-minded guests each evening at ‘Office Hour’ – an opportunity to ask questions and plan your days over maps and Walk Packs.
Flights
We recommend flying to Venice Marco Polo Airport.
Example Flights – London Heathrow London Gatwick London Stansted Manchester Bristol
Airport Transfers
We operate airport transfers every Saturday & Wednesday for £90 return. These depart Venice Marco Polo at 14:00 and take 3 hours. On your way home, we depart Corvara at 06:45 for flights taking off after 12:00.
Alternatively, you can fly-drive (click here for a competitive car hire quote) or book a private transfer at approx. £395 each way for up to 8 people.
Your Walk Pack
This uniquely flexible holiday lets you do what you want, when you want.
We provide comprehensive route notes, map extracts and smartphone navigation for:
7 Easy & Idyllic Walks, 7 Moderate Classics & 7 Challenging Hikes
Available daily, our Walks Team knows every walk, plus some fabulous proposals for non-walking days.
Easier and Idyllic
Moderate Classics
Challenging Trails
Day 1 - Arrive and Settle in
After a warm welcome, relax and settle in. Your Walk Pack will be waiting for you. Join our Walks Team and other like-minded guests at your first ‘Office Hour’ – an opportunity to ask questions and get your walk planning off to the perfect start. Enjoy dinner with everything sorted for the following day.
Day 2 - The Val Badia Way
Shorter Option
La Villa to Corvara, 4kms, Walking Time 2hrs, Ascent – 60m, Descent – 100m
A short and delightful stroll along the riverside track between La Villa and Corvara.
Longer Option
Badia to Corvara, 7.5 kms, Walking Time 3hrs, Ascent – 225m, Descent – 10m
Starting one village further down the valley (Badia), this is a longer scenic riverside walk back to Corvara loomed over by the valley’s signature peaks.
Day 3 - The Piscadu Waterfalls & Colfosco
Shorter Option
Pisciadu Waterfalls 3-4kms, Walking Time 1–2hrs, Ascent/Descent 115m
An idyllic ‘out and back’ featuring picture-postcard Colfosco and flower meadows that lead to cascading waterfalls under the startling walls of the Sella massif.
Longer OptionPisciadu Waterfalls 8.5kms, Walking Time 3–4hrs, Ascent/Descent 250mThis circular walk is the epitomy of alpine splendour, punctuated by exquisite flower pastures, staggering rockfaces, crashing waterfalls and the iconic onion-domed church of the pretty village of Colfosco.
Day 4 - Falzarego, Lagazuoi & WWI
Shorter Options
WWI Museum & Rifugio Lagazuoi, 3km, Walking Time 1 -2 hrs, Ascent 200m, Descent 150m
Two short walks amidst remarkable scenery. The first includes a WWI museum ahead of a cable car ascent to the second, which wends its way to dramatic outcrop from the panorama-rich sun terrace of the renowned Rifugio Lagazuoi.
Longer OptionFalzarego WW1 Circuit, 6kms, Walking Time 3hrs, Ascent 230m, Descent 230mA chance to walk at altitude. Steeped in WW1 history, enjoy a natural theatre of peaks and rocks passing the ruins of a military field hospital. After this walk, you can ascend the cable car at Lagazuoi – see shorter option.
Day 5 - Lake to Lake
Shorter OptionKostner Hut, 3kms, Walking Time 1hr, Ascent & Descent: 95mFor sunny days only! Get a close-up of extraordinary rock formations and a magical lunar landscape at 2500m. At the Kostner Hut, enjoy refreshment or lunch in a panoramic paradise.
Longer Option
Lake to Lake (Badia to La Villa), 7.5kms, Walking Time 3–4hrs, Ascent 387m, Descent 190mMeander peaceful woodland paths under the towering Puez-Odle massif. Enjoy refreshment at the idyllic Lake Sompunt. Option to walk back to Corvara along the river.
Day 6 - The Pralongia Plateau
These glorious upland pastures are criss-crossed by walking trails and interspersed with welcoming mountain huts (rifugios), perfect for a mid-morning coffee or a lazy lunch on a sun-soaked terrace.
Shorter Option
Plateau Ramble, 4kms, Walking Time 3hrs, Ascent 60m, Descent 100m
A heavenly half-day of flower-strewn landscapes, welcoming rifugios and staggering 360° panoramas, including the 7 great Dolomite peaks that exceed 3000m.
Longer OptionPlateau Explorer – 10kms, Walking Time 4–5hrs, Ascent 250m, Descent 650mAn undulating longer version of the shorter walk above in glorious upland pastures.
Day 7 - Santa Croce Chapel & Rifugio, Badia
Shorter Option
Snow Cave Stroll, 5kms, Walking Time 2 hrs, Ascent 175m, Descent 350m
Set against an inconceivable mountain backdrop, this is a short walk through idyllic high alpine meadows to a natural snow cave.
Longer OptionThe Runch Hut Round, 9kms, Walking Time 3–4hrs, Ascent 75m, Descent 735mSheer enchantment and a fabulous lunch stop on a walk of abundant treasures: sensational views, prolific flower meadows, idyllic woodland, and the snow-capped Austrian Alps to the north.
Day 8 - Depart
Independent onward travel; or pre-booked Collett’s airport transfer to Venice Marco Polo Airport – Saturdays and Wednesdays only. Staying longer than 7 nights? Just keep enjoying the walks by working through your Walk Pack and joining the Walks Team at Office Hour.
Day 1 - Arrive and Settle in
After a warm welcome, relax and settle in. Your Walk Pack will be waiting for you. Join our Walks Team and other like-minded guests at your first ‘Office Hour’ – an opportunity to ask questions and get your walk planning off to the perfect start. Enjoy dinner with everything sorted for the following day.
Day 2 - Edelweiss Terrace
Edelweiss Terrace: 9kms, Walking Time 4-5hrs, Ascent 104m
A genuine classic, overflowing with mindboggling scenery and leaving you in awe of Corvara’s beautiful surroundings and the colossal stature of the Sella massif.
Day 3 - Six Rifugios
Six Rifugios: 14.2kms, Walking Time 4-5hrs, Ascent 174m
Another intermediate gem, showcasing the sheer beauty of the Alta Badia. Drink in inspirational 360° views on a route that passes several welcoming huts along the way.
Day 4 - Viel Dal Pan
Viel Del Pan : 7kms, Walking Time 3–4hrs, Ascent 250m
High and wildflower-rich adventure without too much physical effort on an old smuggling route above Arabba with spellbinding views of Lake Fedaia and our highest mountain, the Marmolada 3313m.
Day 5 - Nuvolau Summit
Nuvolau Summit: 9.5kms, Walking Time 4-5hrs, Ascent 470m
High above Cortina, a hike of unbeatable 360° panoramas, especially from Rifugio Nuvolau. Pass the remains of WW1 trenches and marvel at the rocky drama of Cinque Torri and Tofana.
Day 6 - The Pinnacles
The Pinnacles: 7.25kms, Walking Time 4-5hrs, Ascent 640m
Ascend flower meadows to the unique fortress‐like rock structures we call the Pinnacles. Drool over stunning views north over the Alta Badia and south to three Dolomite giants: Marmolada, Pelmo & Civetta.
Day 7 - Setsass Line
Setsass Line : 13.6kms, Walking Time 4-5hrs, Ascent 311m
An exhilarating hike under the spectacular Setsass massif with an abundance of amazing 360° vistas and some charming rifugios, all with panoramic sun terraces.
Day 8 - Depart or Extend your stay
Independent onward travel; or pre-booked Collett’s airport transfer to Venice Marco Polo Airport – Saturdays and Wednesdays only. Staying longer than 7 nights? Just keep enjoying the walks by working through your Walk Pack and joining the Walks Team at Office Hour.
Day 1 - Arrive and Settle in
After a warm welcome, relax and settle in. Your Walk Pack will be waiting for you. Join our Walks Team and other like-minded guests at your first ‘Office Hour’ – an opportunity to ask questions and get your walk planning off to the perfect start. Enjoy dinner with everything sorted for the following day.
Day 2 - Sas Ciampac
Sas Ciampac: 10kms, Walking Time 4-5hrs, Ascent 700m
This is a day of dramatic lunar landscapes on the summit plateau of the Puez-Odle massif. The views of the sheer flanks of the Sella massif to the south will captivate you throughout.
Day 3 - Lago de Lagacio
Lago de Lagacio: 9kms, Walking Time 6-7hrs, Ascent 770m
A spectacular mountain hike in an ever-changing theatre of rocky scenery. The dramatic natural features on the descent from Forcela di Lech and the Hidden Valley provide unforgettable memories.
Day 4 - Sella Shelf
Sella Shelf: 12.5kms, Walking Time 6-7hrs, Ascent 1202m
Wonderfully rough, rocky and challenging mountain terrain. Walk exhilarating and exposed ledges with monumental pillars of rock towering above you. Drool over views of giant Dolomite peaks near and far.
Day 5 - Munt de Gherdenacia
Munt de Gherdenacia: 11.5kms, Walking Time 6-7hrs, Ascent 1028m
Ascend to this secluded massif on a trek abundant with fascinating rock formations. Feast your eyes on the Sella and Fanes Massifs in all their glory and enjoy some occasional scrambling.
Day 6 - Col di Lana
Col di Lana: 15.5kms, Walking Time 6-7hrs, Ascent 995m
Rich in variation, this is a long trek with genuine wow-factor. Witness mind-boggling WW1 remnants, re-enforcing the remarkable nature of this theatre of war. With some occasional scrambling, you are rewarded with one of the most spellbinding 360° views in the Dolomites.
Day 7 - Sassongher Summit
Sassongher Summit: 11.5kms, Walking Time 7-8hrs, Ascent 1050m
A magnificent exposed ascent to Sassongher’s dramatic summit peak, where outstanding views of Corvara and the entire Alta Badia await you. A perfect end to your stay.
Day 8 - Depart or Extend your stay
Independent onward travel; or pre-booked Collett’s airport transfer to Venice Marco Polo Airport – Saturdays and Wednesdays only. Staying longer than 7 nights? Just keep enjoying the walks by working through your Walk Pack and joining the Walks Team at Office Hour.
Your Accommodation Options
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Need to Knows
Our Day Off – Our Walks Team has a day-off every Tuesday. There is no Office Hour, nor hotel visits. However, there is always somebody to meet and settle in new arrivals. Breakfast & dinner are served as normal.
ETIAS – The European Travel Information and Authorisation System is not due to be introduced until mid-2025. Currently there is not an exact date as to when it will come into force. This means you do not need to have a ETIAS for travel to Europe at the moment. For more information read our blog article here
Booking Conditions – be sure to read our full terms and conditions here before booking.
At Your Own Risk – please read the important notes here.
Travel Advice – check your government’s travel advisory for up-to-date information and advice about your destination. For UK citizens, check the latest Foreign, Commonwealth & Development Office advice here.
Passport & Visa – any questions should be directed to the relevant embassy of your destination country; find out more here. It is your responsibility to be in possession of a full passport, valid for your chosen destination.
Travel Insurance – having adequate and valid travel insurance is a condition of booking with us. Details of our insurance partner, Campbell Irvine, are here.
Health Information – You should carry either an European Health Insurance Card (EHIC) or a Global Health Insurance Card (GHIC) Neither is an alternative to adequate travel insurance. For more information visit https://www.gov.uk/foreign-travel-advice and https://travelhealthpro.org.uk/
ABTA – Independent travel advice and help is always available from ABTA by calling 020 3117 0599 or visiting www.abta.com.
