Start at Lake Braies
6 days / 5 nights
moderate, T2
max 8 participants
Mid June To End September
Itinerary
Experience an unforgettable 6-day hut-to-hut hiking adventure on the northern section of the Alta Via 1 – from the turquoise waters of Lake Braies to the iconic mountain town of Cortina d’Ampezzo. This journey leads through breathtaking alpine landscapes, past World War I sites, peaceful high-plateau meadows, dramatic rock formations, and some of the most beautiful rifugios in the Dolomites. Enjoy authentic South Tyrolean hospitality, impressive panoramas, and the unique charm of one of Europe’s most famous long-distance trails.
DETAILED PROGRAM
📅 Day 1: Lake Braies – Rifugio Sennes / Fodara Vedla
↑ 870 m – ↓ 210 m – 8.6 km – 4.5 hrs
Hike from the legendary Lake Braies up to the Sennes plateau, surrounded by pristine alpine scenery.
Overnight in a mountain hut.
📅 Day 2: Rifugio Sennes – Rifugio Fanes / Lavarella
↑ 570 m – ↓ 640 m – 10.0 km – 5.0 hrs
A beautiful traverse through rolling alpine terrain into the Fanes area, rich in legends and history.
Overnight in a mountain hut.
📅 Day 3: Rifugio Fanes – Rifugio Lagazuoi / Scotoni
↑ 1105 m – ↓ 420 m – 12.5 km – 6.0 hrs
A demanding ascent rewarded with spectacular views, culminating at Lagazuoi or Scotoni.
Overnight in a mountain hut.
📅 Day 4: Rifugio Lagazuoi – Rifugio Nuvolau / Averau
↑ 835 m – ↓ 255 m – 10.5 km – 5.0 hrs
Hike across historic World War I paths and past the iconic Cinque Torri formations.
Overnight in a mountain hut.
📅 Day 5: Rifugio Nuvolau – Rifugio Croda da Lago
↑ 450 m – ↓ 830 m – 8.5 km – 4.5 hrs
A scenic day through quiet forests and around the Croda da Lago group.
Overnight in a mountain hut.
📅 Day 6: Rifugio Croda da Lago – Cortina d’Ampezzo
↑ 50 m – ↓ 890 m – 8.0 km – 3.5 hrs
Descend towards Cortina with panoramic views of the Ampezzo basin.
Note: Final accommodations may vary depending on availability.
What's Included?
✅ Full tour organization
✅ Certified mountain hiking guide for 6 days
✅ 5 nights in mountain huts with half board (dormitories or shared rooms)
What's Excluded?
❌ Travel to Lake Braies or Cortina d'ampezzo
❌ Drinks
❌ Lunch or packed lunch, snacks
❌ Possible parking fees
❌ Tips
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Dates & Prices
Scheduled Departures
Join a small group on one of our scheduled departures.
No Group Departures available at the moment. Please fill out the Private Tour Request form to get more information.
DATE
SPOTS LEFT
PRICE
Mon, Jul 6, 2026
Fully booked
1.690 €
Mon, Jul 20, 2026
Fully booked
1.690 €
Mon, Aug 10, 2026
Fully booked
1.690 €
Mon, Aug 17, 2026
Fully booked
1.690 €
Mon, Aug 31, 2026
Fully booked
1.690 €
Mon, Sep 7, 2026
Fully booked
1.690 €
Mon, Jun 21, 2027
8 spots left
1.690 €
Mon, Jul 5, 2027
1 spot left
1.690 €
Mon, Aug 9, 2027
8 spots left
1.690 €
Mon, Aug 30, 2027
8 spots left
1.690 €
Mon, Sep 20, 2027
8 spots left
1.690 €
Private Tour
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Price
Price for the guided group tour with 8 participants: 1.690 € p.p
Pricing for private tours on request.
Special Rules for Group Tours
Guaranteed with a minimum of 6 participants. Maximum group size: 8.
If the minimum is not reached, you will be notified by email at least 30 days before the tour start.
Booking Conditions
PAYMENT PLAN
Your booking is confirmed upon receipt of a 30% deposit (or the full amount for “last-minute” bookings made less than 60 days before the tour start). The remaining balance is due no later than 60 days before the start of the course.
CANCELLATION AND REFUND POLICY
Once we receive written notice of your trip cancellation, the following fees apply, calculated as a percentage of the total trip cost:
- 61 days or more before the tour begins: 100% loss of the deposit
- 46 to 60 days before the tour begins: 50% refund of the total trip cost
- 45 days or fewer before the tour begins: 100% loss of the total trip cost
These fees are based on the full booking amount. All days refer to the tour’s departure date. All cancellations must be submitted in writing.
For all general conditions, please refer to our website:
https://www.dolomagic.it/info/terms-and-conditions
We also strongly recommend that all participants purchase travel cancellation and medical insurance.
Frequently Asked Questions
If you have made a fixed date reservation and the weather conditions are not suitable for carrying out the activity safely (according to the expert opinion of the guide), you will be refunded the full amount paid. The guide may suggest an alternative date or time for the activity. You are free to choose whether or not to accept these suggestions. If you are unable to reschedule, we will proceed with a full refund!
For this activity, the cancellation policy is flexible. If you cancel your reservation, we keep 30% of the total amount as a cancellation fee and refund the remaining 70%. You can find the full policies in the Cancellation Policy section.
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