Snowshoeing in the Dolomites

Snowshoeing in the Dolomites

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Snowshoeing in the Dolomites

8 Days Starting and ending in Villabassa

Visiting: Niederdorf, Fanes-Sennes-Braies Natural Park, Pragser Wildsee, Tre Cime di Lavaredo, ሀመር።, Strudelkopf

Tour operator:

Exodus

Tour code:

CIS

Guide Type:

Fully Guided

Group size:

5 - 14

Physical rating:

Medium, Moderate

Age range:

16-99

Special diets catered:

Please inform Exodus of specific dietary requirements

Tour operated in:
English
Trip Styles:

Active, Adventure Tours

From:
$2775

NB: Prices correct on 31-May-2024 but subject to change.

Tour Overview

On the northern edge of Italy's most impressive mountain range, in the Alta

Pusteria Valley and just north of Cortina d'Ampezzo, lies the charming

village of Villabassa. This area of the Dolomites is perfect for snowshoeing

with routes leading into Fanes-Sennes Natural Park, along the shoreline of

Lago di Braies and beneath the jagged peaks of Tre Cime di Lavaredo. Trek

along forest trails and old military tracks to the magnificent viewpoints of

Durrakopf (2275m) and Strudelkopf (2307m), learning more about the impact of

World War 1 in this area along the way. Our base for the week will be the

superb Hotel Adler, situated in the centre of the town and one of the best

hotels we feature in our entire programme. This 4-star accommodation provides

the perfect place to unwind after a day’s snowshoeing, with Michelin

recommended cuisine and a relaxing wellness centre.

Highlights

  • Relax in a 4-star hotel with wellness centre

  • Walk through the spectacular scenery of the Dolomites

  • Explore areas only accessible by snowshoes

Itinerary

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Day 1 : Start Villabassa.

Location: Niederdorf

Meals Included: dinner

Start at our hotel in Villabassa (approx. 1hrs45 from Innsbruck airport)*CIS

15th January 2022, 12th March 2022, 19th March 2022 and 26th March 2022 start

in Dobbiaco (approx. 3km from Villabassa)

Day 2 - 4 : Three Guided Snowshoe Walks.

Location: Fanes-Sennes-Braies Natural Park, Pragser Wildsee, Tre Cime di Lavaredo

Meals Included: breakfastlunchdinner

We walk wonderful routes in the Fanes-Sennes Natural Park, along the

shoreline of Lago di Braies and beneath the Tre Cime di Lavaredo, arguably

the most iconic image of the entire Dolomites.

Day 5 : Free Day

Location: Tre Cime di Lavaredo

Meals Included: breakfast

Free day to relax at the hotel and enjoy the spa facilities or try downhill

or cross-country skiing.

Day 6 - 7 : Our Final Two Snowshoe Walks.

Location: Strudelkopf

Meals Included: breakfastlunchdinner

Forest trails and old military tracks take us to magnificent viewpoints of

Durrakopf (2275m) and Strudelkopf (2307m). Lunch stops at picturesque refuges

give us the chance to absorb fascinating history from the First World War.

Day 8 : End Villabassa.

Location: Niederdorf

Meals Included: breakfast

End at our hotel in Villabassa.*CIS 15th January 2022, 12th March 2022, 19th

March 2022 and 26th March 2022 end in Dobbiaco (approx. 3km from Villabassa)

What's Included

  • Meals
    4 breakfasts, 2 lunches, 3 dinners.


* All breakfasts, 5 picnic lunches and 6 dinners
* 7 nights at Hotel Adler
* 5 guided snowshoe walks, with snowshoes and ski poles provided
* Tour leader throughout
* Flights from London (if booking incl. flights)

What's Not Included

  • Travel insurance

  • Visas or vaccinations

  • Single accommodation (available on request) 

  • Local taxes (approx. EUR 10, see Trip Notes)

  • Optional activities

  • Travel insuranceSingle accommodation (available on request) Visas or vaccinationsOptional activitiesLocal taxes (approx. EUR 10, see Trip Notes)

Accommodation

Considered the best in town, this four-star retreat has a privileged address on the village square. Rooms are traditional yet stylish and come with Hästens beds, each of which is created with natural materials.



The hotel itself is run by the Pircher family but began life as the home of nobleman Stefan von Kurz zum Thurn more than 400 years ago. You can see plenty of that heritage throughout the property.



The hub of social living will likely be the bar and fireplace room, where you can sip an aperitivo or perhaps a post-dinner gin and tonic, while enjoying the relaxed hubbub with the group (a local crowd often gathers here too). There’s also a good-sized pool for morning dips and a wellness centre with a sauna, steam room, solarium and small fitness centre. Bliss.



Exodus special offer



For even more comfort, Hotel Adler offers upgrades for a special price, exclusive to Exodus travellers. There are various room types from which you can choose. Contact us for prices and availability.



Worth knowing



There are a limited number of double rooms for single use available for a supplement.

The accommodation shown has been booked and agreed in advance; however, we may need to make changes to a property of similar or higher standard after you have booked. We endeavour to inform you of any changes in advance; this could, on rare occasions, be at late notice.

Food

7 breakfasts, 5 lunches and 6 dinners are included.Dinners are usually taken
in the restaurant at Hotel, where we enjoy a lovely set menu. Please note the
meal on the evening of day one may be a cold buffet instead of a hot meal,
this will depend on the arrival time of the flight.Dinner is not included on
the free day, which may be an excellent opportunity to try the A la carte
menu on offer at the Hotel. Vegetarians are catered for, yet as this area is
renowned for its meats, please be aware that there may not be as much
variety.5 pack lunches are provided by the hotel. Each morning there is a
small buffet with items to make your own lunch (e.g. bread rolls, ham,
salad...) In an effort to minimise the use of plastic and single-use items,
the hotel provides Tupperware-type boxes and reusable cutlery. Travelling
land only: 8 days starting and ending in Villabassa *Your trip normally
starts at our hotel in Villabassa in the afternoon of Day 1 of the itinerary.
Details of how to reach the start point are provided in the Final Joining
Instructions - sent approximately two weeks before departure.*CIS 15th
January 2022, 12th March 2022, 19th March 2022 and 26th March 2022 start in
Dobbiaco (approx. 3km from Villabassa)

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  • Can you assist with pre or post tour accommodation?

    We are happy to assist with pre and post tour accommodation. Please enquire for detailed information.

  • Who is Exodus Travels?

    At Exodus Travels, we've been exploring the world for nearly 50 years. From Walking and Trekking, Cultural and Cycling, Responsible Wildlife, to Polar and our new Premium Adventures, we are proud to offer award-winning small group and self-guided tours to 100+ countries worldwide.

  • Is there a supplement for solo travellers?

    If you would like to be paired with a tour member of the same gender, there is no additional charge. A single supplement can be requested if you would like your own room.

  • Are flights included in this tour?

    International flights are not included with this tour.

  • Are children permitted to take part in the tour?

    The minimum age for this tour is 16 years old.

  • Are the local guides on the tour English speaking?

    Yes, our local guides are English speaking.

  • 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.

Reviews from travellers on this tour

A week in Winter Wonderland

A fabulous, varied week of snowshoeing in the Ital

A fabulous, varied week of snowshoeing in the Italian Dolomites lead by the inspirational Sara Bull. If you haven't used snowshoes or crampons before, don't worry. If you're reasonably fit, don't worry. We experienced a wide variety of weather conditions during our stay at the welcoming Hotel Adler, from warm sunshine to freezing blizzards and our leader Sara selected the perfect trek for each occasion, providing all the instruction, encouragement and support that our group required, regardless of their level of experience and fitness. Her catchword is 'enthusiasm' and hers is infectious. If you want to enjoy the Dolomites at their most dramatic and beautiful, then this is the trip for you.

Snow fun in the Dolomites

A wonderful week in the Dolomites spent in superb

A wonderful week in the Dolomites spent in superb accommodation and surrounded by stunning scenery. The walking was fun and varied. Whether trekking through a Narnia like snow covered tree scape, or walking a mountain ridge in brilliant sunshine you are sure to have a smile on your face. To top it all, a great leader and group of fellow travellers.

SNOWSHOEING IN THE DOLOMITES

Fabulous hotel with fabulous food.Had a fantastic

Fabulous hotel with fabulous food.Had a fantastic time with a great leader and wonderful walks.

An impressive holiday on all counts

What an experience. A week of varied routes; a for

What an experience. A week of varied routes; a forest trail amongst snow laden trees - like a Narnia snowscene, mountain ascents with beautiful scenery along the way, impressive mountain ranges, breathtaking lakes, stunning mountain huts . . . A fabulous family run hotel with warm and friendly staff, elegant rooms, comfortable beds and a deep bath with copious amounts of hot water. Immense breakfast choice, fabulous food and wine, cosy bar and snug and a relaxing wellness centre.

Effort rewarded

Being complete novices my wife and I were just exp

Being complete novices my wife and I were just experimenting with this trip. We are so glad we did. The walks are all pretty challenging stuff but the rewards of the effort put in are more than ample reward. We were fortunate enough to get a pretty good week, some snow, some blue skies and not too cold and the Dolomites definitely showed us their best face. We are in our early sixties and walk regularly and found the walks doable but not easy. You get out of this holiday what you put in.

I amazed myself every day!

Learning to snow shoe was simple, but for the firs

Learning to snow shoe was simple, but for the first two days I also had to learn how to pick myself up. My feet felt huge. The walking was exhilarating and the views spectacular. I began to understand the mountaineer's drive to be in that terrain. At times I was overwhelmed with the effort it took for me to reach my destination but always felt happy to be participating. Different group members were warm and encouraging. Our guide was OUTSTANDING. I was a teacher and I appreciated all of the incentives Sara used to help me not only finish my walk but enjoy it too. A fantastic and memorable week! Thank you.

Amazing views with peacefuness

A really beautiful place to walk; each day gave us

A really beautiful place to walk; each day gave us different views of the Dolomites and Austrian and Italian Alps. Our guide, Sara, was excellent, she encouraged all of the group to get the most out of the trip and despite the challenging weather (very deep snow and recent fresh avalanches which closed off many routes) devised an interesting, varied and very enjoyable schedule for us all. The hotel was good, the room was comfortable, spa was very welcome after long days walking and the food was very good- they catered for my gluten free diet really well with the minimum of fuss. Loved the breakfasts and lunch boxes. The group were lovely- this was my first group trip and I was quite apprehensive but I was really happy to meet such a diverse group of like minded people. The peacefulness in the mountains was wonderful- I’m so happy that our routes were altered because it gives me another good reason to go back again!

I amazed myself every day!

Learning to snow shoe was simple, but for the firs

Learning to snow shoe was simple, but for the first two days I also had to learn how to pick myself up. My feet felt huge. The walking was exhilarating and the views spectacular. I began to understand the mountaineer's drive to be in that terrain. At times I was overwhelmed with the effort it took for me to reach my destination but always felt happy to be participating. Different group members were warm and encouraging. Our guide was OUTSTANDING. I was a teacher and I appreciated all of the incentives Sara used to help me not only finish my walk but enjoy it too. A fantastic and memorable week! Thank you.

Snowshoeing in the Dolomites

Really good overall experience - depends on the we

Really good overall experience - depends on the weather which was mostly good

SNOWSHOEING IN THE DOLOMITES

A spectacular way to enjoy winter walking, fun in

A spectacular way to enjoy winter walking, fun in the snow and superb mountain scenery in good company.

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