Alta Via 1 South Guided Hiking Tour
Start in Cortina d'Ampezzo
7 days / 6 nights
moderate, T2
max 8 participants
Mid June To End September
Hike the wild southern section of the Dolomites’ most famous hut-to-hut route.
Discover the quieter side of the Alta Via 1 on a seven-day guided hut-to-hut journey, from the mountains around Cortina d’Ampezzo to La Stanga in the Belluno Dolomites. Walk beneath towering limestone walls, cross panoramic passes, and explore remote valleys where the landscape becomes increasingly wild.
From the spectacular viewpoints of Nuvolau and Averau to the imposing peaks of Monte Pelmo, Civetta, and Moiazza, each stage reveals a different face of the Dolomites. Continue into the Dolomiti Bellunesi National Park, following peaceful trails through rugged mountain scenery with your certified mountain hiking guide.
With mountain hut accommodation and half-board meals arranged, enjoy regional flavours and welcoming evenings after rewarding days on the trail. Your guide manages navigation and daily pacing, leaving you free to enjoy the scenery and the rhythm of life in the mountains.
Day By Day
DAY 1
Cortina d’Ampezzo – Rifugio Nuvolau / Averau
Begin your adventure from Cortina d’Ampezzo, heading into the spectacular scenery of the Nuvolau group. Follow mountain trails towards panoramic viewpoints surrounded by dramatic Dolomite peaks. Enjoy dinner and your first mountain night at Rifugio Nuvolau or Averau.
Begin your adventure from Cortina d’Ampezzo, heading into the spectacular scenery of the Nuvolau group. Follow mountain trails towards panoramic viewpoints surrounded by dramatic Dolomite peaks. Enjoy dinner and your first mountain night at Rifugio Nuvolau or Averau.
Rifugio Averau · Bed & breakfast
DAY 2
Rifugio Nuvolau / Averau – Rifugio Passo Staulanza
Leave the panoramic heights of the Nuvolau group and begin a varied traverse beneath towering peaks. Enjoy changing landscapes of alpine pastures and rugged mountain scenery as you approach Staulanza Pass. Settle into Rifugio Passo Staulanza for dinner and a well-earned rest.
Leave the panoramic heights of the Nuvolau group and begin a varied traverse beneath towering peaks. Enjoy changing landscapes of alpine pastures and rugged mountain scenery as you approach Staulanza Pass. Settle into Rifugio Passo Staulanza for dinner and a well-earned rest.
Rifugio Passo Staulanza · Half board
DAY 3
Rifugio Passo Staulanza – Rifugio Vazzoler
Depart Staulanza Pass and continue towards the impressive Civetta mountain group. Hike through forests and open alpine terrain, with dramatic limestone walls and rock towers along the way. Finish your day at Rifugio Vazzoler, surrounded by beautiful mountain scenery.
Depart Staulanza Pass and continue towards the impressive Civetta mountain group. Hike through forests and open alpine terrain, with dramatic limestone walls and rock towers along the way. Finish your day at Rifugio Vazzoler, surrounded by beautiful mountain scenery.
Rifugio Vazzoler · Half board
DAY 4
Rifugio Vazzoler – Rifugio Carestiato
Leave Rifugio Vazzoler and follow a shorter stage through rugged alpine landscapes. Enjoy spectacular views as you traverse beneath the imposing peaks of the Moiazza group. Reach Rifugio Carestiato with time to relax and appreciate its panoramic setting.
Leave Rifugio Vazzoler and follow a shorter stage through rugged alpine landscapes. Enjoy spectacular views as you traverse beneath the imposing peaks of the Moiazza group. Reach Rifugio Carestiato with time to relax and appreciate its panoramic setting.
Rifugio Carestiato · Half board
DAY 5
Rifugio Carestiato – Rifugio Sommariva al Pramperet
Continue into the wilder landscapes of the Belluno Dolomites National Park. Hike through peaceful forests and open mountain terrain, discovering the remote character of the southern Dolomites. Spend the night at Rifugio Sommariva al Pramperet, surrounded by tranquil alpine scenery.
Continue into the wilder landscapes of the Belluno Dolomites National Park. Hike through peaceful forests and open mountain terrain, discovering the remote character of the southern Dolomites. Spend the night at Rifugio Sommariva al Pramperet, surrounded by tranquil alpine scenery.
Rifugio Sommariva al Pramperet · Half board
DAY 6
Rifugio Sommariva al Pramperet – Rifugio Furio Bianchet
Prepare for one of the trek’s most demanding stages, crossing wild mountain terrain in the southern Dolomites. Sustained climbs and a long descent reward you with dramatic views and a strong sense of remoteness. Arrive at Rifugio Furio Bianchet for dinner and your final mountain night.
Prepare for one of the trek’s most demanding stages, crossing wild mountain terrain in the southern Dolomites. Sustained climbs and a long descent reward you with dramatic views and a strong sense of remoteness. Arrive at Rifugio Furio Bianchet for dinner and your final mountain night.
Rifugio Bianchet · Half board
DAY 7
Rifugio Furio Bianchet – La Stanga
Leave Rifugio Furio Bianchet and begin your final descent towards the valley. Follow the trail through woodland, enjoying the peaceful surroundings of the Belluno Dolomites. Reach La Stanga to celebrate the completion of your seven-day adventure.
Leave Rifugio Furio Bianchet and begin your final descent towards the valley. Follow the trail through woodland, enjoying the peaceful surroundings of the Belluno Dolomites. Reach La Stanga to celebrate the completion of your seven-day adventure.
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Where You'll Stay
Rifugio Averau | Colle Santa Lucia
1 night · Bed & breakfast
Nestled beneath the Averau peak, this mountain hut enjoys a spectacular setting close to Cinque Torri. It is a wonderful place to unwind over a delicious meal surrounded by breathtaking alpine views.
Hotels May Vary By Departure
Rifugio Passo Staulanza | Belluno
1 night · Half board
Located at Staulanza Pass, this mountain retreat offers a welcoming stop beneath the impressive Monte Pelmo. Enjoy a comfortable evening and a hearty meal before continuing towards the Civetta group.
Hotels May Vary By Departure
Rifugio Vazzoler | Belluno
1 night · Half board
Set beneath the towering walls of the Civetta group, Rifugio Vazzoler is surrounded by forests and dramatic limestone scenery. Its peaceful setting offers a rewarding place to rest after a full day of hiking.
Hotels May Vary By Departure
Rifugio Carestiato | Belluno
1 night · Half board
Situated beneath the Moiazza group, Rifugio Carestiato enjoys expansive views over the surrounding mountains and valleys. Relax on arrival and soak up the scenery before your journey into the southern Dolomites.
Hotels May Vary By Departure
Rifugio Sommariva al Pramperet | Belluno
1 night · Half board
Located in the Belluno Dolomites National Park, this welcoming hut offers a peaceful retreat amid wild alpine landscapes. Its remote setting is ideal for experiencing the quieter side of the Dolomites.
Hotels May Vary By Departure
Rifugio Bianchet | Belluno
1 night · Half board
Set in a quiet mountain clearing beneath the Schiara group, Rifugio Furio Bianchet provides a welcoming stop near the end of your trek. Enjoy your final hut evening surrounded by the peaceful scenery of the southern Dolomites.
Hotels May Vary By Departure
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Price
Price for the guided group tour with 8 participants: 1.970€ p.p
Pricing for private tours on request.
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.
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.
What's Included?
✅ Full tour organization
✅ Certified mountain hiking guide for 7 days
✅ 6 nights in mountain huts with half board (dormitories or shared rooms)
What's Excluded?
❌ Travel to Cortina or Falzarego Pass
❌ Return transfer from La Stanga (available upon request)
❌ Drinks
❌ Lunch or packed lunch, snacks
❌ Possible parking fees
❌ Tips
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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