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Ski Touring Dolomites

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About Ski Touring Dolomites

At Ski Touring Dolomites, we craft alpine odysseys that take you through the most awe-inspiring regions of the Dolomites. Whether your Dolomites ski touring interests lie around  Cortina d’Ampezzo  or exploring along the hidden valleys of  Alta Via 1 , our guided Dolomites ski tours are your passport to a world where each descent uncovers new wonders and every mountain hut feels like a cozy, alpine home.

The Dolomites, a  UNESCO World Heritage  site, serve as a grand stage for ski touring, a place where nature’s artistry and human history collide. Here, you’ll traverse a landscape dotted with ancient glaciers, dramatic mountain ranges, and charming Alpine villages.

Whether it’s the ethereal beauty of the  Marmolada Glacier  or the iconic spires of the  Sella Massif , the Dolomites offer a visual feast that complements the physical exhilaration of skiing.

Worried about your skill level? Don’t be. Our tours are designed to accommodate  skiers of all experiences . With a licensed, seasoned guide leading the way, you’ll enjoy a skiing adventure that’s not just thrilling but also meticulously planned for your safety and comfort.

We’re all about the details. From booking the  perfect hotels and rifugios  to handling all logistical aspects, we make your ski touring in the Dolomites as seamless as possible. Need equipment? We’ve got you covered with  rental options .

Our  24/7 support and professional guides  ensure that your focus remains on enjoying the slopes and the unparalleled scenery. All transfers to the starting points are arranged, so you’ll only need lots of energy to tackle the slopes under the Dolomite mountain giants.

Why are the Dolomites Your Ideal Ski Touring Destination?

1. snow reliability.

The Dolomites are known for their consistent and reliable snow conditions, ensuring excellent skiing opportunities throughout the season.

2. Efficient Ascent Aids

Modern gondolas and ski lifts are strategically placed to shorten your ascents, getting you to your skiing starting points more quickly.

3. Expansive Slopes

The Dolomites offer a plethora of wide, open slopes, allowing you the freedom to explore and carve your own skiing adventure.

4. Cozy Rifugios

Open all winter, these welcoming mountain huts serve as ideal pit stops or overnight stays for your hut-to-hut ski tours.

5. Vibrant Ski Towns

The Dolomites are home to several bustling ski towns, each offering a unique blend of activities and a charming winter atmosphere.

6. Easy Slope Access

The proximity of slopes to roads and towns means you can easily transition from urban areas to skiing terrains.

7. Diverse Terrain

The Dolomites feature a wide range of skiing terrains, catering to skiers of all skill levels and making it a versatile destination for everyone.

Short Guide to Ski Touring in the Dolomites

Ski touring is a discipline that combines the best of both worlds: the thrill of downhill skiing and the serenity of backcountry exploration. Unlike traditional skiing, where you rely on lifts to get you up the mountain, ski touring allows you to ascend on your own power using specialized climbing skins attached to your skis. This opens up a new world of possibilities, letting you access untouched snow and secluded spots far from the crowded pistes.

What You’ll Need

• Skis & Bindings : Touring-specific skis and bindings that allow uphill and downhill movement.
• Climbing Skins : These are attached to the bottom of your skis for uphill traction.
• Boots : Touring boots are designed for both skiing and walking.
• Poles : Adjustable poles are useful for varying terrain.
• Safety Gear : Avalanche transceiver, probe, and shovel are essential.
• Backpack : For your essentials, including water, food, safety gear, and a first aid kit.
• Ski Crampons:  They allow you to safely climb a terrain too steep for skis.

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We welcome skiers of all skill levels, from beginners to advanced. Our tours in the Dolomites are designed to offer a variety of experiences that can be tailored to match your skill level. Whether you’re looking for challenging backcountry skiing or a more leisurely cross-country experience, we have a tour that’s right for you.

Safety is our top priority. All our tours are led by experienced IFMGA-licensed guides trained to make informed decisions in various conditions. For tours in avalanche-prone areas, we provide essential safety equipment and training. Additionally, we offer 24/7 support to ensure your trip runs smoothly and safely.

Preparation is key for a successful ski touring experience. We recommend that you engage in regular cardiovascular exercise leading up to your trip. Make sure to check the specific equipment list for your chosen tour and pack accordingly. If you have any medical conditions or dietary restrictions, please inform us in advance so we can make the necessary arrangements.

Our tours are generally suitable for adults and teenagers with a reasonable level of fitness. However, some may have specific age or skill requirements. If you’re planning to bring younger family members, please contact us in advance to discuss suitable options.

All our tours are designed to be adaptable to varying weather conditions. In case of bad weather, we almost always have a viable alternative plan to ensure you won’t miss out on a ski day. Our experienced guides will assess the situation and make the necessary adjustments to your itinerary.

Our tours are designed to be as safe as possible. Ski touring activities are only conducted with experienced IFMGA-licensed guides trained to assess and manage risks.

No worries at all! Our tours are designed to accommodate all skill levels. If you’re a beginner, we can adjust the tour’s difficulty to match your comfort level. Just make sure to inform us about your experience level in detail so we can plan accordingly.

While we offer essential skiing equipment rental tailored for the Dolomites’ unique terrain, you’re welcome to bring your own gear. We recommend checking the specific equipment list for your chosen tour, as requirements may vary.

On our tours, you’ll have the opportunity to stay in a range of accommodations, from cozy mountain lodges to well-equipped hotels in the Dolomites. All of these places are chosen to offer you a comfortable stay, complete with all the amenities you might need after a day of skiing.

Certainly! We offer the option to rent any ski equipment you might need for your tour in the Dolomites. Just let us know what you require in advance, and we’ll make sure it’s ready for you when you arrive.

Our tours in the Dolomites are popular and can fill up quickly. While some tours can sometimes be booked last minute, we highly recommend booking as early as possible to secure your spot and avoid any issues.

The Dolomites are easily accessible by various means including air, train, and car. The nearest airports are Venice, Verona, and Innsbruck, all well-connected to the Dolomite region.

The Dolomites experience cold winters with plenty of snow, making it ideal for skiing. However, weather can change rapidly, so it’s essential to be prepared for varying conditions.

We exclusively offer guided tours in the Dolomites to ensure the highest level of safety for our clients. Given the serious nature of ski touring and the potential risks, such as avalanches, we believe it’s crucial to have an experienced IFMGA-licensed guide leading the way. This approach allows us to tailor the experience to your skill level while prioritizing your safety, providing an enriching and secure adventure.

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Hut-to-Hut Ski Touring in the Dolomites, Italy

Some of the world’s most scenic skiing combined with traditional Italian food and wine served from family-run rifugios

From intermediate skiers through to expert freeriders, our Dolomites hut-to-hut ski adventures are fully customisable. From 5 to 10-day ski tours, with a choice of lift-assisted to fully foot-powered ski touring – or a mix of both – there is no shortage of terrain. If you’re looking to learn how to ski off-piste or ski tour for the first time, our local professional guides can incorporate this into any of these trips. Our guests never cease to be amazed by the magnificent alpine vistas and historic and unique network of mountain rifugios. If you’re looking for traditional Italian culture, mouth-watering cuisine, and world-class skiing, then a hut-to-hut ski trip in the Dolomites might just for you.

For an altogether unique skiing experience in the lesser known mountain range of the Italian Alps, rifugios (which means mountain huts in Italian) give a flavour of Italy like you’ve never tasted before. An exhilarating ski safari that takes you on a tour of the dramatic Dolomites, stopping off at a collection of wonderfully simple, but very alpine chic, mountain huts along the way. The whole experience is grounded by nature; everywhere you turn you’ll be surrounded by scenic views of towering pines and jagged mountaintops. Lose yourself in the wilderness as you hop from hut-to-hut, surrendering to the beauty of the landscapes.  On the whole, the rifugios are modest abodes, and range from basic huts offering cold running water and a few large rooms shared by multiple guests to homely-style lodges that offer private rooms, or rooms with two or four beds, and community showers with hot water as opposed to cold! We do also have a number of more private and luxurious chalets available, on mountain. Regardless of your choice in hut, the food served is hearty and delicious, and the chance to sample the region’s traditional, flavorsome cuisine — think pappardelle con funghi (butterfly pasta with mushrooms), wood fired pizza and steaming macaroni and bean soup.

The locations of the rifugios vary, and can be tailored to your choice of experience and a range of scenic views  Some are easier to get to, while others, like Rifugio Lagazuoi, can only be accessed by ski touring. The higher and more remote rifugios offer some of the most spectacular snowscapes you’ve ever seen. The patio at Rifugio Lagazuoi is a particular highlight — the panoramic vistas will make you feel like you’re sitting on the edge of the world. And of course, you’ll have optimum access to some of the best ski terrain in the Italian Alps; all 1,200km from Alta Badia to Civetta, to the Marmolada, to Lagazuoi and Cinque Torri, this truly is one of the most magical ways to explore the beauty of the Dolomites.

Every element of our trips in the Dolomites is customized to each guest, depending on how adventurous you want to be, your ski touring ability and fitness as well as the general group dynamics. We cater trips for anyone from confident intermediate skiers who prefer to stay on groomed runs through to more adventurous, completely human-powered ski touring trips and everything in between. This trip works for anyone from singles, through to larger groups.

The best combination of snow conditions and good weather are from February through to April. It is possible to run earlier than this some years too.

A DAY IN THE LIFE

Today starts starts with a continental breakfast shared with your small crew and private guide, who have made their way from their sleeping quarters to the breakfast table. You share the highlights of the trip, the never-ending views and pristine powder and agree to keep this hidden gem secret from all but your closest ski partners! Sip your morning coffee as the sun rises over the startling and rugged peaks of the Dolomites, bathing you on the porch of your new high alpine home for the night – a traditional Italian rifugio. Time to gather your day pack, get your skis on and ski out of the front door –  now this is real ski-in/ski-out.

Yesterday’s adventure took you through the off piste section of one of the Dolomites hidden gem resorts, whereas today your guide has picked the route completely in the backcountry today – their decades of experience in these mountain leave you completely at ease though as they guide you effortlessly through this immense alpine playground. Today is a packed lunch with local charcuterie and cheeses, just the fuel you need for a few more laps. Time for a mega lap, an hour and a half of gentle skinning and you reach your goal of the the day, a 4km untouched powder run, waiting for you to put down your mark.

A final climb leads you back to your newest rifugio, a veritable home away from home. The stove is roaring as the heat warms you from the outside in. Your host hands you a glass of Moretti beer as they show you to your cozy quarters. As you settle in you see the wood-fire pizzas starting to be prepared by the rifugio host as you talk with your friends and figure out how you can move to the Dolomites and build your own rifugio…

Red wine flowing, and rustic, authentic Italian cuisine aplenty, you watch the sunset from your private viewing deck, feeling on top of the world. The only thing left to do is hit the hay and ski some more tomorrow – our legs are thankful that there will be a chairlift or two involved tomorrow…

Highlights:

• The chance to get back-to-basics and cosy up in a traditional mountain hut; choose from shared rooms in basic huts to private rooms in a mountain lodge 
• Some of the most incredible alpine views in the world
• Learn how to ski tour, or ski off-piste under the expert guidance of your private ski guide
• Ski hut-to-hut, exploring the vast Dolomites terrain — all with just one lift pass
• Experienced mountain guides will show you the best of the Dolomites by ski
• Access to 12 ski areas featuring 1,200km of pistes  
• Hearty, delectable Italian fare will be served up at each hut after a hard day on the slopes 
• Endless skiing from valley-to-valley, enjoying the atmosphere of a different rifugio each night

The skiing gourmand's paradise

Are you interested in coming to Italy to join one of our hut-to-hut ski safaris? We take care of everything, including additional ski days, meals, rentals, airport transfers and more, so all you have to do is look forward to some of the best food and wine (the beer’s not bad either!) in the world. Each trip is completely customized to your group’s desires and dynamics, from the rifugios and lodges themselves all the way down to handpicking which local ski guide will work best for you. This once-in-a-lifetime Italian ski adventure is more affordable than you might think – speak to the team at Mabey Ski to find out how to make the Italian Dolomites the star your next ski trip.

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HIRE A GUIDE AND DISCOVER THE MOST BEAUTIFUL DOLOMITE SLOPES

Stop for a break from skiing and discover the best mountain refuges, the guide will choose the slopes suitable for your ski level.

Do you know that Dolomites Ski offers 1.200 kilometers (746 miles) of perfectly prepared descents? The Dolomites are a very special area of the North Italian Alps. There are 18 peaks over 3.000 meters high waiting to be conquered on skis or foot: Tre Cime di Lavaredo, Sellaronda, and the highest mountain, Marmolada. The mountains include 12 charming, pretty, and unmissable ski resorts. Why not get to know and love the Dolomiti Superski region?

The Dolomites can accommodate the most experienced skier or the beginner. In each valley, you can rent skis.

Dolomites Ski Tours

Civetta Ski Tour, Grande Guerra Ski Tour,  Sellaronda , Monte Elmo and Croda Rossa di Sesto, Plan de Corones, Alta Badia and much more.

Experience pure ski pleasure on the snowy slopes of the 3.000 m high Marmolada Mountain and enjoy sun, fun, and entertainment, or cross the Ladin valleys by admiring the majestic peaks of the mountain scenery without taking your skis off.

It isn’t always easy to find your way around the huge number of ski slopes and lifts, locate the right ski bus stop or find your way to the mountain huts that offer the best specialties of the area.

Get taken there by a local guide, forget all about the practicalities, enjoy your day in the mountains!

• Difficulty: even for intermediate skiers.
• Duration: one day.
• Note: the ski pass is not included.
• Price per person: 130 Euros (with 3 people).

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SKI SAFARI DOLOMITES: the great customised ski trip

A exclusive ski nomadic experience, hut to hut, valley to valley, 2 to 10 days in total flexibility.

Enjoy a ski holiday in Italy with a Ski Safari in the Dolomites ! We offer different combinations of flexible Ski Safari Dolomites (customised proposals 2-10 days), along the best ski resorts in Italy, so whether you are looking only for a three day of ski holiday or a more substantial ski tour, our Dolomites Ski Safari are designed to suit your holiday needs, in flexible form, for a great ski trip.

The connected best ski resorts of the “Dolomiti Super Ski” form an elaborate labyrinth of slopes recognised the world over, don’t exist one other so large ski area on the world!

On your Ski Safari Dolomites we will spend 5-6 hours each day exploring the passes and vast valleys of our mountains, to skiing in the Dolomites with the most interesting slopes itineraries.

Read the basic information below about the different combinations of Ski Safari Dolomites (reading time about 10-15 min.) and email me with any questions and preferences.

Your Dolomites Ski Safari will begin in Bolzano (easy to reach by train from your landing airport), moving on skis as far as Cortina before returning in a horizontal figure 8 route, repeating only 4 slopes in 7 days tour (the more classical version) where the route crosses in the middle the full territory of the Dolomites.

Along the way, with my suggestions you will discover traditional, picturesque villages and the characteristic valleys of this beautiful mountainous landscape.

Getting to Bolzano, the starting point

Bolzano is well connected and easy to travel to. Details of travel information including flight and train/rental car combinations can be found here on the right bar and here below on the two logistical maps.

Bolzano is located along the Brennero railway, the most important railroad line in Europe connecting northern Europe with the Mediterranean area. The number of daily trains depends on the season, but generally there are from 7-10 train departures per day. ( check the Trenitalia main webpage ).

In order to ensure you have a smooth journey I am happy to advise clients on the best airport transfers and travel combinations – just email your airport landing times and I will do the rest. If you prefer, I can collect your travel group from the airport (max 4 people with my car, more people with minibus service). A smooth journey is the best way to begin your Ski Safari in the Dolomites!

Write me your flights plan, every aspect of your travel begin from this data.

The Dolomites: the greatest ski area of the world!

Click the map of the Ski Safari in the Dolomites here below to study your preferred combination of days, and follow the sequence of info of this webpage to have a concrete idea about the possible Dolomites Ski Safari options of 3-10 days.

Should I bring my own skis or rent skis?

The easier and sometimes cheaper solution (when taking into account the extra charges from your airline for extra and oversize luggage) is to bring only your ski boots and rent skis and poles here in the Dolomites. On the first day of the Ski Safari Dolomites we can visit the K&K sport shop , located exactly at our starting point. Then, on the last day, I can facilitate the return your ski gear. However, you are very welcome to bring your personal ski equipment, if you prefer.

6-Day Dolomites Ski Safari: Designed for Experienced, Fast Skiers

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Ski Safari Dolomites: customised tours from 2 to 10 days

The Dolomites ski safari is an authentic and unique “ski exploration trip” and is the result of my 30 years experience and life-long love of the mountains and this beautiful region. Choose your preferred combination of days, from 2 to 10 days. The proposal of 7 days here below is a example of the most classic version that expert/advanced skiers can do in 5 days.

Your arrival at Bolzano - The day before

Most people arrive at Bolzano by train, where there is a 15 minute walk to Villa Anita .

Here we will have an initial briefing in evening where we will check the equipment and talk through general organisation. This hotel will be your “base camp” and the friendly staff will store the rest of your extra luggage during the Ski Safari Dolomites tour days. Your experience of the atmospheric Dolomites begins a dinner at the traditional Hopfen Restaurant (homemade beer and bread…. not a bad start!).

Ski Safari Dolomites: DAY 1

Ski trip section: from bolzano to sella pass (5-6 hours of skiing).

The Ski Safari group sets off from Bolzano at 07.30 on the local ski bus and we arrive at the Seiser Alm Cableway at 08.30. Here we can rent skis at the K&K sport shop, if necessary. In the morning we traverse the sunny ski area of Seiser Alm, on an extended plateau, then ski downhill into Val Gardena to the town of Ortisei. We continue on the other side of the valley on the Seceda/Rasciesa ski area and descend into the town of St Christina. Finally we continue on the Ciampinoi ski area along the famous slope “Sasslong”, and arrive at Sella Pass. Here we stay overnight at Rifugio Monti Pallidi .

Ski Safari Dolomites: DAY 2

Ski trip section: from sella pass to sottoguda/alleghe (about 6 hours of skiing).

The second day of the Ski Safari Dolomites is an exploration of the central part of the Dolomites. From the Rifugio we descend to Lupo Bianco junction and continue to Pordoi pass, then to the town of Arabba and up to Padon pass. We descend to Malga Ciapela and from there we take three long cableways to the top of the Marmolada. This is the tallest mountain in the Dolomites (3,365 m. = 11,040 ft.). We take a moment to enjoy the incredible view before enjoying an extended downhill run of about 2000 vertical meters to Malga Ciapela before continuing along the impressive Sottoguda canyon to the charming town of Sottoguda. We stay overnight at the La Montanara Hotel or in another hotel at Alleghe Lake.

Ski Safari Dolomites: DAY 3

Ski trip section: from sottoguda/alleghe to cortina (about 5 hours of skiing)..

From the center of the town of Alleghe (a short bus ride away) we take the first cableway of the Civetta ski area. This is the quietest day of the Ski Safari Dolomites because the Civetta ski area is a hidden gem, known only by the local Italian skiers. Here we traverse unforgettable landscapes near the impressive north wall of the Civetta peak. When we arrive in Pescul, we take the local skibus to the Averau ski area where we cross the Averau to the famous Cinque Torre ski area, and, after enjoying these slopes, take the skibus to Cortina. We stay overnight at Rifugio Col Gallina at Passo Falzarego.

Ski Safari Dolomites: DAY 4

Ski trip section: the three ski areas of cortina: tofane, faloria and cristallo (about 6 hours of skiing).

The fourth day of the Ski Safari Dolomites is completely dedicated to the three magnificent ski areas of Cortina. In the morning we start with the Tofana ski area, the largest ski area of Cortina and home to the famous Black slope of the Canalone di Tofana. Then, in the afternoon, we go to the opposite side of town, first to the ski area of Faloria and then to the Cristallo ski area. We will spend another night at Rifugio Col Gallina at Passo Falzarego.

Ski Safari Dolomites: DAY 5

Ski trip section: the ski areas of the badia valley (about 6 hours of skiing).

From Cortina, the Ski Safari Dolomites continues along the large Badia Valley ski area. This is one of the most extended ski areas in the Dolomites. On this day, we’ll traverse these long slopes from east to west. We begin with the incredibly long ski slope of the Lagazuoi, which ends with a short flat section with a horse-aided transfer… Yeah! You read that right… Horse transfer! We’ll end the day at the Sanctuary of the Sass dl Crush. This holy area was a pagan Sanctuary before the Christian era and the church and pilgrim hostel that we see today where built in the medieval period. We stay overnight at Rifugio La Viza .

Ski Safari Dolomites: DAY 6

Ski trip section: the ski areas of the fassa valley (about 7 hours of skiing).

The first goal of the Ski Safari Dolomites on this morning is the Gardena pass, following which we head downhill to Selva in the Gardena valley and then arrive again at Sella pass, from where we descend to Canazei in the Fassa Valley. Five minutes on the ski bus connects the three ski areas of the Collac, Giumela and Buffaure. We finish this long day at the super panoramic Rifugio Baita Cuz .

Ski Safari Dolomites: DAY 7

Ski trip section: the ski areas of predazzo, pampeago and obereggen (about 4 hours of skiing).

This is the last day of the full Ski Safari Dolomites. We enjoy the sunshine from the windows of the Baita Cuz during breakfast and then take the first long downhill slope to Pozza di Fassa. 15 minutes on the ski bus takes us to the three ski areas of Predazzo, Pampeago and Obereggen. It’s a mellow day to enjoy life and take in the final panoramas of the Dolomites. From Obereggen, we take the local ski bus back to Bolzano. There we’ll have time to visit the famous “Otzi” ice mummy museum and have dinner at the traditional and historic Ca de Bezzi restaurant (open since 1404 – 88 years before the discovery of America!). A brilliant end to a great ski week!

Current prices for the winter season 2024/2025

When is the best time to experience a Ski Safari in the Dolomites?

When you have vacation days, of course! But the absolute best time to go skiing in the Dolomites is between January 6th and 31st. Why?

The winter season in the Dolomites begins in December. From the second week of December, the ski lifts in the Dolomites begin to open but the connections at the passes, between the different valleys, are not all open until Christmas time. However, Christmas time is impossible! It’s the peak period of the winter season and is extremely expensive and over-crowded.

From the 6th of January the Christmas season is over and the ski slopes are wonderfully quiet. It becomes easy to find accommodation in the hotels and rifugios and skiers can enjoy the freedom of the slopes!

From the beginning of February to the end of the winter season (depending on the year, sometime during the first two weeks of April), it is the winter high season. This period is very popular with international skiers and the ski slopes can be crowded. On the plus side, the days are longer and the temperatures can be warmer than January.

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Simply email me with the following details:

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– the composition of your group: numbers of skiers vs. snowboarders

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Ski touring across the Dolomites

6 days from 1495 € per participant

Guaranteed departure from 5 people

- Stunning and outstanding landscapes

-  Welcoming and comfortable accommodation with great Italian food

- A great skiing experience with itineraries that will take your breath away

- E asy access:  flight to Torino Caselle or Milano Bergamo airports followed by minibus transfer

- Hassle-free: our minibus is used for all transfers to and in the Dolomites (long and costly) and rented gear is delivered on the spot

- No booking fees

In a nutshell

The Dolomites are legendary and what self-respecting sports buff has never heard of them ? This extremely mineral mountain range is unique in the world. Marmolada, Torre Sella, Tofane, Tre Cime are equally stunning mountains filled with their own history and alpine stories (mountain climbing, via ferrata, ...), and have even been through world wars.

On this trip we use ski lifts, our legs and skins  to cross some truly stunning landscapes (please note the latter are no longer made of animal hide, to not upset Brigitte Bardot or any other animal activist).  This  skiing experience is as original as the scenery: sublime mountain passes, stunning descents beneath overhanging rock faces and via unspoilt villages. What’s more, all the mountain huts and auberges we've selected are known for their hearty welcome, comfort AND last but not least, great food !

Friends, family or just colleagues at work ?

You wish to customize one of our trips, among friends and at your own convenience ? No problem, contact us so we can adapt a trip to suit you, right down to the last detail ! Our trips are tailor-made so giving you what you want is as easy as 123.

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Day 1 - Welcome & warm up

Meet up at one of the following places:

- Briançon train station (followed by a minibus transfer to the Dolomites)

- Torino Caselle or Milano Bergamo airport (followed by a minibus transfer to the Dolomites)

- on site on the Flora Alpina mountain hut car park

Once our bags are prepared and gear is checked, if there’s enough or too much snow, we may be lucky to reach the mountain hut on our skis. The guide will keep you posted for the coming week's programme.

Meals included: dinner

Accommodation included: mountain hut

The Flora Alpina hut is often full a long time in advance, if this is the case, we spend the night in Falcade, a few kms away. 

Day 2 - Unique around Marmolada

From the hut we gently climb up the Pian del Cros valley through a nice forest with traditional houses, and reach the Forca Rossa mountain pass (2490 m) where stunning landscape dominate the South face of the Marmolada, the Sasso Valfredda and the Tofanes mountain range off in the distance ! A wonderful descent down the Di Franzedas valley leads us to Malga Ciapela (1446 m). We take the cable car to reach the Marmolada shoulder (3250 m). Glacier descent with several possible itineraries depending on conditions. Face to face with the Sella range, the atmosphere is truly unique. We spend the night at the Castiglioni mountain hut (2044 m).

Ascent/descent: + 700 m/- 2300 m - approx. 6 hrs

Meals included: breakfast, picnic and dinner

Day 3 - Stunning Sella range

A magnificent Southerly oriented valley leads us to the Porta Vescoso viewpoint (2478 m) followed by a short descent down to the Arraba ski resort where we catch a cable car up to Saas Pordoï (2950 m). We’ll be facing the stunning Sella range as we descend the Val di Mesdi canyon. Surprising is the only way to describe this journey ! A short taxi transfer takes us to the comfortable Lagazuoi hut (2750 m) from where we most probably have the best view of the Dolomites.

Ascent/descent: + 600 m /- 2000 m - approx. 6 hrs

Day 4 - Tofanes range: Di Lech mountain pass, Val di Fanes

We enter the Tofanes range, Easterly from Cortina d'Ampezzo, the heart of the Dolomites. Descent at the foot of to the Di Lech mountain pass  (or Locia mountain pass in case of bad conditions).

On option for those eager: Cima Scotoni (2874 m) - or Piz de Lavarela (3050 m), from Frocella dal Lago (2486 m) and via the Campestrin valley South to North.

We then make a big crossing through the Val di Fanes ending up the Limo mountain pass (2174 m) to reach either the Fanes or Lavarella hut.

Ascent/descent: +500 m /- 950 m - approx. 5 hrs

Day 5 - Bechei Dessora (2794 m) mountain pass

From the hut we have many options especially with a light pack, we'll decide according to conditions and everyone's fancies. The Cavallo peak and Sasso Santa Croce are among the possible options.

Ascent/descent: + 600 m to + 1300 m/- 600 m to - 1300 m - approx. 4 - 6 hrs

Day 6 - Piz de St Antoine (2655 m) and descent into the Val di Fanes

After the ascent of the Ciamin Lavinores, we pick up our packs and reach the bottom of the valley either via the Pera Maura mountain pass or via the Salata valley, or last option, join the Scuro valley that takes us North-Westerly back to the road that leads to Cortina. A nice day to end this journey !

Transfer to the Flora Alpina mountain hut (1 1/2 hrs), then return transfer to Oulx and Briançon. Beware return trips will be in the evening, it's best to book accomodation for Friday night in Oulx or Briançon ;)

Ascent/descent: + 600 m/- 1150 m - approx. 4 hrs

Meals included: breakfast and picnic

Please note this itinerary is an example of a ski touring trip in the Dolomites, Italy. The guide may adjust certain itineraries and ski areas according to weather and snow conditions as well as participants' abilities. We kindly ask you to respect such decision. We may also change accommodation, maintaining the same standards, according to logistics and availabilities.

Another alternative itinerary frequently used if the above is impassable: as of day 3 night at Lagazuoi, transfer, and day 4 to 6 we ski in and around the Fanes area.

Meeting and leaving

Meeting points.

See on the map

Get together - practical information

• Please be wearing your ski outfit upon arrival.

We always do our best, but we can't guarantee the exact time of arrival at the train station (due to traffic or weather conditions). Therefore we strongly advise you to buy train tickets that can easily be modified. If you're travelling by car, we'll meet you at the arrival point, or at one of the drop of points where you'll be able to leave your car for the entire trip.

•   Getting there

Train & TGV access:  www.voyages-sncf.com  

Car access:  www.mappy.fr 

Car sharing:  www.blablacar.fr

•   Parking

Free public parking can be found in Briançon (unattended) or just in front of our accommodation.

How technical does it get ? How fit should I be ?

• Skill level 

The slopes may have some short steep passages. You should be at ease with ski touring techniques and skiing on all types of snow. We may also ski on glacier terrain. You should master uphill kick turns without hesitation.

•   Stamina level

Good physical condition is required, some uphill sections may have to be done on foot. Ascents and descents vary from 800 to 1000 metres per day. Depending on the chosen itinerary, there may be two outings per day. If you're eager you can continue skiing, if you're tired you can rest and relax.

  Good to know:  if you don't have the level required, the guide will be able to ask you to leave for the well-being of the rest of the group if necessary. If any doubt, please do not hesitate to ask us !

5 to 8 participants

Azimut qualified mountain guide.

All our mountain guides are certified. We choose them for their sympathy, their teaching and organisational skills. We stay tuned in, work hands in hands, and make sure their working conditions are the best.

Bring a small day pack large enough to carry your personal belongings for the day such as (extra) layers, a few snacks, your picnic and security equipment.

Considering the itinerary may be modified due to mountain and snow conditions, ski lift fares are not included in the price. The definite day to day itinerary will depend on local conditions. For this trip you should budget approx € .... for ski lift fares.

The price includes

• Trip logistics & organisation upon arrival
• All minibus transfers upon arrival from one of the indicated meeting points
• 5 nights accommodation on half-board basis and picnics for 6 days
• Safety & rescue equipment training/reviewing
• Certified and expert mountain guide services (including all his expenses: meals, accommodation, transportation, ski lift fares)
• Safety & rescue equipment sets are provided (tracking device, shovel and probe), if you don't have your own gear
• Harness for glacier use
• Extra fees for Xmas & New-Year
• AZIMUT welcome pack

  The price does not include

• Transportation to/from the meeting point
• Ski lift fares
• Gear rental if required
• Personal insurance
• Drinks (including those with meals at the hotel), personal extras, and any other expenses not mentioned under the above section “the price includes”

A 30% deposit, as well as the insurance cost if you choose to subscribe the latter, is required to secure your booking. You will receive a reminder email 35 days prior to departure for the outstanding balance due latest 30 days prior to departure. 

We strongly recommend you to be properly insured for the chosen activity. You should be covered for medical expenses, personal accident & liabilité, third party risks and rescue (helicopter), as well as trip cancellation or curtailment.

Repatriation and research insurance are mandatory when booking a trip with Azimut. We have a full range of insurances on offer to suit the trip you select and the risks that it may incur. 

Tipping is no obligation. However participants usually hand round an envelope for those who wish to tip the guide.

Getting around

Azimut's minibus is used throughout the whole trip. Not only does this make the trip easier, but it also makes it more pleasant and open: we can chat, sleep and listen to our own music !

Accommodation & meals

During the trip

Depending on the size of group, you may share a room with someone of the opposite sex.

• Half board in a gite, shared showers and toilets. Bed sheets, linen and towels supplied.
• Hotel room option with private bathroom and toilets: subject to availability. Single supplement: € 140 per person, double room supplement: € 120 per person
• Breakfast, lunch and dinner: we have breakfasts and dinners at the gite, and provide picnics for lunch. Picnics consist of good quality products including ham, cheese, bread, a chocolate bar and a piece of fruit or a compote
• Snacks: to boost your energy we've chosen to provide  Mulebars , tasty and top quality organic energy bars, no additives, coloring nor conservatives.

  Before & after ski touring trips

Once we've received your booking, we'll provide you with a list of accommodation in case you need to book a night before or after the trip. All accommodation listed is close to the meeting points. You may often benefit from preferential rates.

Phone & WiFi

• In case of emergency or delay, you can either contact your guide (a phone number will be provided before departure) or contact Azimut on: (+ 33) 04 92 23 07 24.
• Please inform your friends and family with these details before departure.
• Wifi is free of charge in our accommodation.
• Good mobile & 4G coverage.

Equipment - clothing & gear

Make sure to wear bright colours, it's good for the soul and gives photos a funky edge !

Ski gear (all in excellent condition)

• Ski touring skis with appropriate bindings. We recommend freeride type skis so you can enjoy skiing powdery descents and skiing on all types of snow
• Ski crampons (i.e. "couteaux")
• Helmet (compulsory)
• Ski touring boots
• Avalanche kit: transceiver, shovel and probe (please let us know if you have your own, if not we lend them for free)
• 35 litre backpack

Security advice: avalanche airbag backpacks are highly recommended .

They help to stay on the surface in case of avalanche and minimize the risk of burial. Our guides use them and we highly recommend you to opt for high quality and reliable gear. If you don't have an avalanche airbag we rent them out at a very competitive price.

If you don't have the adequate equipment for the trip, don't worry and travel light: we rent out the required gear and hand it over at the start of the trip ! Our equipment is relatively new, if not brand new, of good quality and adapted to your choice of activity.

Prices of rental equipment during the entire trip (these competitive prices only take into account the number of days of the trip):

Full Pack (ski, boots, skins, ski-crampons, poles)

Skis (skis, skins, poles, ski-crampons) 

Airbag Backpack

You can choose to rent equipment when booking your trip, or lateron by clicking on “my account”. If any of the equipment that you've chosen is out of stock you'll be notified and reimbursed.

This list of clothes is designed to give you an idea of clothes it may be a good to have with you. By no means do you need to have the latest brands or the latest gear, but if you need to renew your wardrobe, this guide would be a good start.

• Warm hat or buff/scarf
• Ski goggles (2 pairs) and sunglasses: UV factory 4 protective lenses. Photochromic glasses adapt to light intensity and are very useful
• Helmet (strongly recommended)
• Under layer: breathable long sleeved tops to maintain heat. A tip: merino wool is breathable and has anti-bacterial properties and is therefore less likely to smell as opposed to synthetic fabrics. Take this into consideration if you need to update your wardrobe.
• Middle layer: a light polar or synthetic jacket for an extra layer of heat during breaks
• Outer layer: a Gore-tex or similar type of jacket with a breathable waterproof membrane. Make sure it's lightweight and compact so it doesn't take up too much space in your backpack
• Bottom layer: trousers with a breathable waterproof membrane (Gore Tex or similar) with long side zips allowing air to flow, recommended on climbs
• Hands: light fleece or soft shell gloves, a pair of silk glove liners to go underneath, warm gloves with a breathable and waterproof membrane. Mittens are always a good idea for really cold days of for those of you who feel the cold
• Swimming gear: it takes up such little space, it would be a shame not to bring it just in case. Avoid swimming shorts or bermudas, they are not usually allowed.
• Ski socks: merino wool socks are breathable and have anti-bacterial properties and are less likely to smell as opposed to those made of synthetic fabrics. Think about them if you need to stock up.
• Slippers recommended for evening wear. Try charentaises they're really comfortable ! 

Odds & ends

• a 1 litre flask (Thermos or Camelback)
• a pocket knife
• factor 50 sun cream
• a duffle bag holding up to 90 litres to leave at the hotel or in a vehicle. No suitcases.

Toiletries and first aid kit

• Personal toilet bag
• To make up a first aid kit, please find all relevant information on the  Ifremmont  website. 

In partnership with

Our guides use the following brands for their gear and you'll have the opportunity to test them during the trip:

• Fitschi swiss bindings

We are members of  Entreprises du Voyage  and APST .

And last but not least...

Don't forget to:

• Leave contact details with your friends and family
• Bring your papers and I.D. (passport and visa if necessary)
• Bring your contract number and documents related to your insurance (if you've chosen not to have insure coverage through Azimut)
• Bring your “carte vitale” and your European health card (EU member states) - if you don't have one you can order one free of charge online   www.ameli.fr
• Check that you have the right equipment
• Take spare batteries and a charger for your electronic devices (camera, video recorder, tracking devices etc)
• Bring some cash and your credit card
• Bring a delicacy from your home country or area to share with the group
• Leave in a good frame of mind: we're going to have a great time even if we happen to not make it to the summit !
• Before leaving: water the plants, empty the rubbish bin, turn off water and gas, and tell your partner that you're going to have a good time (please not by text message), that you've well deserved... If you don't follow the latter recommendation, you'll most probably kick yourself when you get back !

                  See you on the slopes !

               Have great runs with AZIMUT !

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Climate change means you may not be able to do hut-to-hut ski tours in the alps forever..

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Skiing is a sport, perhaps more than any other, that is based on trust. A trust born from thousands of successful past repetitions. Trust in your ski edges, pole plants, muscle memory, leg strength, ski partners, and most importantly, your ability to manage the nagging fear in the back of your brain. As I clicked into my skis on the top of our first exposed, no-fall ridgeline, that nagging fear was as loud as Defcon 4.

The 2021-’22 winter in the Dolomites was downright terrifying. It was mid-March when we arrived in Cortina d’Ampezzo , the crown jewel of the Italian Alps and host of the 1956 Olympics. It hadn’t snowed in 72 days. It was the lowest snow year on record, dating back 200 years. Not ideal conditions for a five-day hut-to-hut traverse, and certainly not what we’d hoped for. Low snowpack meant bootpacking up scree fields, fighting to keep an edge on bulletproof faces, and rerouting multiple times to find a trace of actual snow.

Which brings me to the most important—and least controllable—ingredient in the cocktail of trust: snow. Many of us can ski steeper slopes when you’re working with stable, boot-high powder. Turns come easy, small lapses in judgment or technical skills are forgiven, and fear fades into sublime joy. But when the surface is a buffet of ice slab, sun cups, and two-inch breakable crust, mistakes are amplified tenfold, and joy fades into fear.

The Proposed Haute Route

Six of us flew across the pond to traverse the Dolomites on what was billed as the “New Haute Route,” a hut-to-hut linkup that had all the elements to be truly special: glacial travel, mountain-top refugios, steep couloirs, jagged ridges, and a unique Ladin culture. The problem, as we would learn, was that the route was predicated on good snow.

Our trip was organized by Dolomite Mountains, a boutique logistics company. They managed the shuttles, guides, bookings, route, and offered gear rentals, too. Starting in the small town of Cortina, we would follow a summer Alta Via, or High Route, passing through a series of passes, peaks, and valleys only possible with the right touring gear, technical skills, and nightly stops at secluded backcountry huts.

Along the way we would pass through a UNESCO Heritage Site and the Fanes-Sennes-Braies Nature Park , one of the largest protected areas in northern Italy. We would stay in some of the most well-known huts in the area: Rifugio Lagazuoi, Rifugio Fanes, and Rifugio Sennes, feasting on traditional Ladin meals. All told, the trip included six nights and five days exploring the Dolomites on backcountry skis, averaging 12 miles and 4,000 feet of skinning and skiing each day.

The Actual Tour

In the weeks leading up to the trip, we read reports of low tide. By the time we arrived, it felt more like July than March. Even though we started the trip at 6,000 feet and toured much higher, there were large patches of rock and grass everywhere. On a good snow year, the route would be great for intermediate to advanced skiers who would enjoy gradual climbs and smooth powder descents. The conditions we encountered, on the other hand, necessitated proficiency to ski widely variable snow. Think spring survival skiing, but worse.

We slogged through the first two days, wiping out any hope we’d find the elusive Dolomite powder turns the original trip was billed on. Skinning up ice, scrambling over rocks, dropping into lines with sun cups the size of beach balls, and so much mid-season melt that pockets of air under the surface collapsed under the weight of a skier. Dozens of refreezes without fresh snow had transformed entire slopes into freezer burn.

Predawn on our third morning, I snuck downstairs in our refugio early to journal. Sitting by myself at a small breakfast table before anyone but the hut owner stirred, irony sat inches in front of me. Stories of past climbers and skiers are woven into the fabric of the place. Every table and chair in the room was crafted by hand, with meticulous attention to detail. But outside was a much different, more disastrous scene. The looming effects of climate change were impossible to ignore. With a historically low snowpack, our ski tour became an epic, and not in the best ways.

Each day was a battle of attrition, pitting our persistence against better intentions of mother nature. Most of the descents were largely unskiable, forcing us to side-slip, jump turn, and carefully connect a few wiggles near run-outs, moving down as slowly as we had climbed up. Our third day proved the hardest when we had to navigate a no-fall traverse and slush bucket couloir begging to tear knee ligaments.

We ended up completing the full route safely, despite testing our collective wherewithal more than once. Like any adventure with a significant amount of Type-2 fun, these feelings slowly faded and have now been replaced by nostalgia. A year later and we’re planning a return trip to the Dolomites, hoping the snow gods will be more merciful this time.

Why You Should Still Go

The ski terrain in South Tyrol is undoubtedly world-class. Aesthetic peaks, faces that run thousands of feet to the valley floor, epic couloirs, and wide-open bowls are perfect for a variety of skill levels. From challenging skimo objectives to safe, low-angle hot laps, the potential for fun is everywhere. Warm huts, kind hosts, delicious food, and local wines complete what could be a trip full of real magic.

While our experience paints a clear picture of what’s to come a decade or two from now, it’s not a forecast for next winter, or even the winter after that. I’m hopeful we still have a few good snow years left. For avid backcountry skiers who enjoy full days and all the perks of a hut-to-hut experience, this Dolomite Haute Route should be near the top of your bucket list. The culture, refugios, and mountain views make it worth it by themselves. And, it won’t be around forever, so go while you still can.

Dolomite Haute Route Trip Details

• Info: dolomitemountains.com
• Duration: 6 days/5 nights
• Price: Starting at 3,160 Euros per person, includes lodging, breakfast and dinners, shuttle transfers
• Start: Val di Fassa/Alta Badia, Italy
• Challenge level: Moderate to challenging
• Best time to go: January to March

Planning Tips

Fly into Venice, Italy, and take an hour-and-half shuttle to Cortina. You’ll start and finish this route there, or you can choose other routes from the Dolomite Mountains. Most trips are five or six days, with additional travel time outside of that. Costs vary by itinerary, but plan for $3,000-plus per person, plus flights.

Gear Advice

For spring trips like ours, I would recommend a ski that’s 90-100mm underfoot and stiff enough to hold an edge on variable snow–something akin to the Blizzard Hustle 9 . You’ll be averaging 4,000 feet of vert and 12 miles of skinning and skiing each day, so when it comes to boots, prioritize lightweight comfort, i.e. alpine touring boots that have plenty of ankle articulation for miles of walking. Dolomite Mountains facilitate a gear shuttle, so during the trip, you’ll just need a day pack, large enough for avalanche essentials, spare layers, and food and water for the day. I used the Mountain Hardwear Powabunga 32 and loved it.

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On-Piste Ski Safaris are an incredible way to explore the Italian Alps in winter! Ski across the Dolomites from valley-to-valley, resort-to-resort, enjoying the advantage of lift service pistes and welcoming accommodations.  

One of the best ways to explore the Dolomites in winter is on a Dolomite Mountains Ski Safari. On these unique, multi-day trips, you will ski from resort-to-resort, aided by ski lifts. No hiking, no snowshoeing, no skinning – just skiing, pure and simple! 

Our ski safaris offer much more than classic resort skiing: in addition to descending beautiful pistes at the Dolomiti Superski – the number one ski resort in the world, you’ll move from valley-to-valley each day on skis, enjoying different accommodations most nights. Each evening you’ll experience the welcoming atmosphere of hotels and rifugios – alpine inns set high atop the mountains, where you can savor the excellent culture and cuisine unique to the region. Plus, you’ll enjoy the advantage of lift-service pistes to help you move from place to place, so you can focus on enjoying your downhill turns! 

Nowhere else in the world can you access such a variety of lift-service skiing terrain covering so much ground, where no two days of skiing are ever the same!

With first class guides, incredible cuisine, and amazing accommodation, ski your heart out this winter with Dolomite Mountains!   Book your winter ski holiday TODAY !

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Ski circuit: Grande Guerra

Introduction

The Grande Guerra Tour can be accessed from Val Gardena and completed in two days (or an intense full-day trip). During World War I, many decisive battles were fought in the Dolomites, and by taking this tour, you'll ski past several historic battlegrounds, crossing three Italian provinces.

The Grande Guerra ski tour will take you through a whopping seven different ski areas. You'll be required to take two twenty-minute taxi rides along the way, and there's even a short stretch where you'll be pulled along by horses! One thing is sure: Completing the Grande Guerra tour will be an unforgettable adventure.

It is possible to complete this tour in two versions: clockwise and counter-clockwise. We highly recommend the counter-clockwise version (red). Throughout your skiing day, follow the RED arrows that state "Giro della Grande Guerra" and "Gebirgsjägertour" (German).

Insider-Tip

If you have time, executing the tour over two consecutive days is a great idea. This will allow you to explore the different skiing areas a little instead of just rushing through them. If you do decide to tackle the Grande Guerra tour over two days and thus have more time, we recommend that you check out these additional slopes/ski areas on the way:

• The 12 km (7.5 mile) downhill from the top of Marmolada to Malga Ciapela
• The slopes of 5 Torri and Col Gallina near passo Falzarego
• The notorious "Gran Risa" world-cup slope in Alta Badia
• The Zoldo ski area (accessed from Alleghe/Civetta)
• The Grande Guerra Ski Tour is very long. In order to make it in a single day, you HAVE to be amongst the first people on the slopes - and don't plan on putting in an extended lunch break, either!
• You'll need a Dolomiti Superski-pass for this tour, as you'll pass through multiple ski areas.

Suggestions for accommodations

We highly recommend that you start the tour from Selva by taking the Ciampinoi lift (#29) as soon as it opens in the morning (8.30 AM). From the top of Ciampinoi , you'll quickly reach Passo Sella , the first of many mountain passes to cross, skiing through Plan de Gralba and the impressive Città Dei Sassi, the "city of boulders". Following the arrows of the Green Sellaronda , descend to Plan Frataces/Lupo Bianco, then take the gondola lift and Sass Bece’ chairlift to cross the Passo Pordoi. Next up: the descent to the town of Arabba.

Once in Arabba, take the DMC Europa lift (#20) and get out at the middle station. Two more chairlifts will take you to the top of Passo Padon, from where you'll be able to marvel at the Marmolada glacier. Then, it's time to tackle the long and scenic descent to Malga Ciapela. Enjoy the ride!

From Malga Ciapela it's a twenty-minute car ride to Alleghe and the Civetta ski area. Public buses can be used, but we highly recommend hiring a private taxi to save considerable time. Plenty of taxi-vans are available, and the ride costs about 5€ per person.

Tip:  The adventurous Serrai di Sottoguda canyon represents an alternative route if you are a good backcountry skier. Instead of taking the taxi from Malga Ciapela, turn right a few hundred meters before you reach the valley station of the Marmolada cable car - follow the signs to "Serrai di Sottoguda". Here, a natural slope leads through a narrow canyon for a thrilling descent amongst untouched scenery. From the bottom, you'll still have to take a taxi to Alleghe, but the ride will be shorter. If you plan to include the Serrai di Sottoguda in your Grande Guerra ski tour, make sure that there is plenty of snow on the natural slope - ask the chairlift-operators on the top of Passo Padon (#12/#13), they’ll be able to help you out!

Once you're in Alleghe, crossing the Civetta skiing area is pretty straightforward. A couple of chairlifts will soon get you to Pescul, where you'll have to take the second taxi ride of the ski tour - this time to the Rifugio Fedare at Passo Giau. You will now enter the ski area pertaining to Cortina d'Ampezzo.

Tip: Rifugio Averau features excellent cuisine, but also offers a few rooms for overnight sleeping. If you plan on doing the Grande Guerra tour over two days, we recommend spending the night here! You'll be able to enjoy a sunrise in the Dolomites and be the first on the slopes in the morning. If you want to spend the night in a town, we recommend that you do so in Alleghe.

Your next goal is Passo Falzarego, from where you'll take the Falzarego-Lagazuoi ropeway to one of the most iconic mountains of World War I in Italy. Take some time to enjoy the view from the top here! It's one of the best in the Dolomites.

Once you’ve savored your time on Lagazuoi, it's time to start skiing towards Alta Badia. The 8.5km (5.3 miles) run that takes you there is one of the longest and most breathtaking descents in the entire Dolomiti Superski area!

Tip: If it's no later than 2PM, consider a lunch stop at the Rifugio Scotoni. They offer some of the best grilled meats in the Dolomites and a good wine selection. Advance booking is highly recommended to save time!

At the bottom of the Lagazoi downhill, you'll have reached Sass Dlacia. Now you have to choose:

• Option one is to have horses pull you on skis all the way to Armentarola (about a mile) – definitely a one-of-a-kind experience! Taking the Armentarola ski lift (#12) from there will allow you to reach the Sorega lift (#11) in San Cassiano.
• Option number two is to skip the horses and lifts and just get a taxi straight to the Sorega lift. This is the quicker but less adventurous option. Either way will get you to the top of Piz Sorega.

Now in Alta Badia, your next destination will be Corvara, and there are multiple ways to get there. Just follow the directions to Corvara or Sellaronda (green arrows), and ski into town. You're almost there: Only one mountain pass is left until you cross back into ski resort Val Gardena !

From Corvara, keep following the green Sellaronda arrows and take the Borest lift (#34) to Colfosco - then, it's just a couple more lifts to Dantercepies . When you reach the top, you can pat yourself on the back - you made it! From here on, you can take your time. All that's left to do is ski to Selva . From there, you can either keep going until Santa Cristina or Ortisei, or call it a day and take the skibus or call your hotel's shuttle service or a taxi. What a tour!

The Grande Guerra tour is one of the longest and most spectacular ski tours in the world. If you're able to start early and keep a high skiing pace throughout the day, we cannot recommend it highly enough. And if you can dedicate two days to the tour, even better!

Be sure to reward yourself in the evening - you deserve it!

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WoW Ski Tours

Solo Ski Holidays - For Women 

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DOLOMITES SKI TOURS FOR SOLO SKIERS

A range of fully guided ski tours and solo ski holidays for women , are you a solo skier looking for a singles ski holiday .

Why WoW Ski Tours?

There are a hundred differing reasons why you may find yourself as a Solo Skier. Maybe you just fancy ‘going it alone’ and doing something bold or audacious. But like most of us in the ‘solo traveller’ boat, we sometimes need that extra bit of reassurance, that ‘JUST DO IT’, to get us to actually commit to the unknown. With that in mind, at WoW Ski Tours, we have created the ultimate handheld guided ski tour of the ‘much-mightier-than-you-can-possibly-imagine’ mighty Dolomites, specifically for the single lady skier, who still yearns to be part of a fun group dynamic.

From the moment you sign up for any of our Solo Ski Holidays, you’ll be part of something truly unique. As both your hosts and ski guides, we have a duty to ensure that absolutely every detail of your ski holiday is taken care of, so that your solo experience is easy and relaxed. A couple of weeks prior to your departure, our dedicated WhatsApp groups allow you to get to know your fellow skiers. You can break the ice, exchange banter, share ‘what to bring’ queries and travel plans. By the time you hop aboard your private transfer to your welcoming accommodation in La Villa, Alta Badia, you’ll realise you’re no longer a ‘solo’, but part of a blossoming group of Jolly Dollies, your ski buddies for the week, and with any luck, the beginning of a new set of ski pals.

The Dolomites are described as ‘the most beautiful mountain range in the world’, with more sunshine days than any other ski area in Europe. Our daily itineraries take in the vast, spectacular beauty of the 12 individual resorts comprising the Dolomiti Superski, each having its own distinct flavour and charm. Whether it is pistes or pizza, coffee or couloirs, gastronomic goodies, aperitivi and wines galore, at WoW, we use our detailed knowledge of these areas, gained from over 2 decades of skiing there, to guide you to World Cup Downhills, Hidden Valleys, Ice Gorges and Horse Drawn Ski Tows, experiences that you just won’t discover without us.

The magic ingredient in the success of our tours though, is ‘you’, the WoW Women who create the fun, respect and inclusiveness that evolves between our ladies throughout each week. You’ll never want to ski without WoW again.

Discovering the Dolomite Mountains has been our defining ‘WoW’ moment… why not make it yours?

12 ski areas, 1200 Km slopes on 1 ski pass!

From the James Bond run to The Hidden Valley, the Dolomiti Superski area has it all.

Ski safaris, ski adventures, ski tours, all with the benefit of local knowledge. The best of Italian skiing is here in the beautiful Dolomite Mountains.

No other ski resort can boast UNESCO World Heritage Site status. Ski with us in the universally considered “most beautiful mountains on Earth”

No single supplement, no transfer fees and a choice of superb hotel accommodation.

All within easy reach of the piste.

On piste ski instructors are qualified IASI or 'Maestri di sci'.

Off piste guides are IFMGA qualified (International Federation of Mountain Guide Associations).

No speaky Italiano … No problemo: nothing is lost in translation, all of our native English speaking instructors are fluent in Italian.

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We never set out to be the biggest ski tour operator in the dolomites, just the best..

Skiing, snowboarding and snow-shoeing through the Italian Dolomites is simply one of life’s most memorable moments and Skiare Ski Tours have been sharing that experience with guests since 1997. Many of whom return year after year after year.

Based in the picturesque valley of Alta Badia (known as the ‘Jewel in the Crown’ of the Dolomites), Skiare Ski Tours specialise in tailor-made ski holidays for skiers and boarders of all levels. Offering a range of services including (but not limited too): 

• Specialised ski holiday planning and advice
• Private vehicle transfers
• A broad range of accommodation styles and categories
• Professional ski & snowboarding instructing and guiding
• Ski hire assistance and recommendations - discounts for Skiare Ski Tour guests
• Pre-ordered lift passes
• And a mountain of guest services brimming with local knowledge and cultural immersion

Skiare Ski Tours have been listening to guests and creating the dream winter holiday for families, couples, groups and individuals for well over a decade and always feel privileged to be given the opportunity to exceed holiday expectations.

“The Dolomites are my home, it’s where I learnt to ski with my brothers as a child. It’s where my passion for skiing and the mountains burns the brightest. I, along with my valuable team of local and highly qualified ski & snowboarding instructors, drivers and guest services people, would be honoured to share the magic of Alta Badia and the Dolomite regions with you.

I invite you to continue browsing our website or simply pick up the phone and give us a call. Don’t hesitate to send an email with any of your questions, we are ready to start helping you plan your next dream winter holiday.

I look forward to hearing from you, or better still, seeing you in the Dolomites soon.” 

Managing Director & Chief Ski Instructor,

Skiare ski tours pty ltd, at skiare ski tours we know that everyone's needs and desires are different..

And that is exactly why we offer three different ways to manage and plan your winter holiday experience. Regardless of whether you choose a Gold, Silver or Bronze Ski Package, the friendly and always helpful customer service remains the same. 

GOLD SKI PACKAGES

A Gold Ski Package is the perfect way to manage a family or group of skiers who like to stick together. Flexibility is your best friend, so it is with your own dedicated Skiare Ski Instructor that your days are planned to perfection. You have the choice to work closely with your instructor when deciding where you ski, when you ski and with whom you ski, or leave it in the capable hands of your expert guide. This is also an ideal choice for the super adventurous or those who just like to ski on a one-to-one basis. 

SILVER SKI PACKAGES

So you’re not into group travel, well neither are we, and that is why Skiare Ski Tours look after their guests as individuals. Consider this style of holiday a great opportunity to enjoy the company of likeminded people with a keen sense of adventure and love of good food and wine – sparkling mineral water for the kids. With no more than eight skiers to a group and a professional Skiare Ski Instructor leading the way, your days will be filled with spectacular vistas, awesome skiing and lunches to be remembered forever. 

BRONZE SKI PACKAGES

Love your independence but don’t want to be totally on your own? Well the Bronze Ski Package is perfect for you. Skiare Ski Tours can book individual components of your ski holiday as desired. Need accommodation only: No problem. Just need transfers to and from the mountain: We have wheels. Decided you need an instructor to navigate and be your local information source whilst improving your carving and off-piste skiing skills: Check – we’ve got that covered too. We have just the right people and services for you.

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15 Best Things to Do in the Dolomites — Skiing, Hiking, and Village-hopping Included

From ski mountains to scenic drives, these are the top things to do in Italy's Dolomite Mountains.

The Dolomites, a mountain range in Northern Italy, are what outdoorsy dreams are made of. The range, which is part of the Southern Limestone Alps, covers some 350,000 acres across its 18 peaks. It’s a region that’s ideal for those who want to get out and experience the freshest air in the world, look out on awe-inspiring landscapes, and challenge themselves to a few unforgettable hikes. 

“People should visit the Dolomites because it's a unique place in the world,” Stefania Vigna, who hosts a skiing, eating, and wine-tasting adventure in the Dolomites via Airbnb Experiences, shares with Travel + Leisure . “I can assure you that the Dolomites are the most beautiful mountains." 

Yes, it’s a fantastic place to go in the winter to experience the fluffy white snow blanketing the peaks, but it’s also a place where Vigna says year-round travelers can find some fun. Other activities Vigna recommends include stopping for lunch at a chalet, hiking some of the famed trails, and strolling through the quaint communities in the valleys. Need more? Here are 15 things to do in the Dolomites for your next Italian mountain getaway.

Related: How to Plan the Perfect Trip to the Italian Dolomites — Luxury Hotels and Beautiful Hiking Trails Included

Hike to Tre Cime di Lavaredo.

Have an unforgettable hiking experience when you trek up to Tre Cime di Lavaredo. The 5.5-mile loop is rated as moderate, so be prepared to take your time and pack plenty of water. At the top, you’ll be rewarded with views of the three towering peaks, and if you time your hike for late spring or summer, you could walk through a few spectacular flower fields, too.

Paddle around the lakes.

The Dolomites are home to more than their fair share of glittering, gin-clear lakes, but none are as famous as Lago Di Braies. The lake, which sits inside the Fanes-Sennes-Braies Nature Park, stretches on for nearly 80 acres. Its azure waters can be explored via row boats, which are available to rent right from the shore. 

Pedal along a scenic path.

The Dolomites also have endless biking trails, including the 70-mile Pustertal cycle path or the 20-mile Toblach-Cortina path, that make for excellent pedal-powered adventures. There are plenty of biking tours that you can book online, including this Airbnb Experiences e-bike tour , which takes you through the forests and straight to some of the best wineries and cheese-makers in the area.

See how high you can climb.

Don’t just hike up mountains or bike around them — spend a little time climbing and rappelling down them on a canyoning adventure. Canyoning brings you up and down the sides of cliffs and through rivers and waterfalls to show you the great outdoors from every angle. Take an all-day adventure with a company like Canyon Adventures , whose excursions are all led by qualified alpine guides.

Visit Europe’s highest alpine meadow.

Experience the best of the region in spring and summer by visiting Alpe Di Siusi, Europe’s highest alpine meadow. The meadow is the very definition of bucolic, with rolling green hills that will leave you speechless. Come hike it via the Alpe di Siusi Meadows Circuit Trail, grab a bite, or even spend a night here in one of the adorable boutique hotels .

Find the best powder.

Come in spring for the meadow, and stay through winter for the skiing, specifically at destinations like Cortina D’Ampezzo . The resort is part of the Dolomiti Superski area and offers skiers and riders miles of groomed terrain on this peak, which connects to hundreds of miles of terrain across the entire Superski area. Of course, you can always join Stefania for her ski tour , too.

Gaze upon gorgeous rock formations.

Sometimes, the best thing to do at a naturally beautiful destination like the Dolomites is to leave all distractions behind and gaze upon Mother Nature’s best creations. And that’s exactly what you can do during a trip to the Cinque Torri, a unique formation that includes five rock towers jutting toward the sky. For the best views, take a 4.5-mile intermediate hike starting at Baita Bai de Dones. Pack a lunch and sit for as long as you’d like before heading back.

See the Dolomites from above on a helicopter tour.

Get a bird’s-eye view of the Dolomites with a glamorous helicopter ride. Like other tours in the region, there are plenty of helicopter operators that will take you soaring above the mountains. Companies like Elikos can take one to six guests for 15, 30, and 50-minute tours, and they can go over specific peaks upon request.

Or from a cable car.

Want to see the Dolomites from above without boarding a helicopter? Head to one of the cable cars that hover over the mountains. The Tofana-Cortina Cable Car makes an excellent option as it’s open all year long, taking guests on a 30-minute ride to the top of Tofana di Mezzo, the third-highest peak in the Dolomites.

Go inside the mountains via historic tunnels.

Now that you’ve thoroughly explored the peaks of the Dolomites, it’s time to see the mountains from a different perspective with a tour of the Lagazuoi Tunnels. The tunnels, built by Italian soldiers in WWII, are fully restored and go on for more than half a mile along the mountain’s edge. Find out how to take a tour of the tunnels on the Lagazuoi Tunnels' official site .

Take a scenic drive.

For those who want a more leisurely expedition, there’s always the option to drive through the gorgeous landscapes of the Dolomites. The Great Dolomites Road was built in the early 20th century, and it goes on for 90 winding miles, allowing anyone to experience the beauty of this place without ever having to leave their car.

Learn more about the region at the Messner Mountain Museum Firmian.

Get a sense of the region's history and culture with a visit to Messner Mountain Museum Firmian . The museum is housed inside the Sigmundskron Castle and explores the connection between humans and the mountains. It also includes exhibitions on the changing landscape of the planet and the history of the castle itself.

Step back in time with a visit to Welsberg Castle.

See even more of the area’s history with a tour of Welsberg Castle. Tucked inside the Casies Valley, the centuries-old castle was built by brothers Schwinkher and Otto von Welsberg, and it has remained in the von Welsberg family for nearly 800 years. It was almost destroyed by a fire in the 1700s and was left abandoned until it was lovingly restored to its former glory. The castle is open for tours during the summer months.

Spend the night at a mountain hut.

Find a peaceful night’s rest in one of the rifugi (which translates to "refuge") found across the Dolomites. Spots like Rifugio Averau offer cozy rooms with dazzling views. Wake up with coffee and head straight out the door for a hike.

Stroll through charming alpine villages.

There are dozens of charming villages punctuating the landscapes in and around the mountains, making plentiful pit stops a must on your journey through the Dolomites. Add places like Ortisei , a village loved for its wooden sculptures and the perfect place to find a souvenir, to your Dolomites itinerary.

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