The Dolomites - 7 days

While the Dolomite Mountains are spectacular any time of year, Winter is perhaps the most magical.  Our 7 day regional discovery allows you to explore the area through a range of outdoor activities, in either the warmer or cooler months.

This itinerary is fully customisable and can be varied based on fitness levels, age and abilities of participants.

Highlights and Inclusions

  • Explore the Dolomites - UNESCO World Heritage Listed for its series of highly distinctive mountain landscapes of exceptional beauty.
  • 6 nights in exquisite 4 & 5-star hotels with 6 breakfasts.
  • Stay in the alpine resort town of Cortina d’Ampezzo – host to the 1956 and upcoming 2026 Winter Olympics.
  • Excursion to beautiful Fanes Waterfall on a guided hike, including snowshoeing experience in the winter months.
  • Visit the five grey dolomite towers known as the Cinque Torri with guided hike through WWI trenches.
  • Discover the picturesque Alta Badia valley and observe the local life of the ‘Ladini’.
  • Encounter the famously preserved 5,300 year-old Ötzi the Iceman with entry to the South Tyrol Museum of Archaeology.
  • Visit a local apple farm and enjoy a tour and apple juice tasting.
  • Venture through the Dolomites with a full-day cable car pass.
  • Deluxe VIP transport with driver including airport transfers on first and last day.
  • Note: hotel city taxes, if applicable, are not included.

Upcoming Departures

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For 2 - 4 PAXfrom $7,730 PP AUD
For 5 - 6 PAXfrom $7,350 PP AUD
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Day: 1 Venice - Cortina D'Ampezzo

On arrival in Venice, transfer to your spectacular hotel in Cortina d’Ampezzo for your upcoming exploration of the Dolomites. The Dolomites are listed by UNESCO as a World Heritage property for its exceptional natural beauty and feature some of the most beautiful landscapes anywhere, with vertical walls, sheer cliffs and narrow, deep valleys. On arrival in Cortina d’Ampezzo, enjoy the rest of the day at leisure. The charming alpine resort town is surrounded by stunning peaks and hosted the 1956 (and upcoming 2026) Winter Olympics.

Overnight: Italy, Dolomites (Cortina D'Ampezzo) – Faloria Mountain Spa Resort Rating 
 5   or similar

Day: 2 Cortina d'Ampezzo - Fanes Waterfalls - Cortina d'Ampezzo

B

Embark on a captivating journey through the breathtaking landscapes of Cortina d'Ampezzo. Begin with a private sightseeing tour and a guided hike to the awe-inspiring Fanes Waterfalls (this will include snowshoeing during the winter). Immerse yourself in the stunning scenery and marvel at the snow-covered wonders during winter, before returning to Cortina for an evening of leisure.

Overnight: Italy, Dolomites (Cortina D'Ampezzo) – Faloria Mountain Spa Resort Rating 
 5   or similar

Day: 3 Cortina d'Ampezzo - Cinque Torri - Corvara in Badia

B

Visit the impressive five grey dolomite towers known as the Cinque Torri with a guided tour. Continue by chairlift through the forest for aerial views of the mountain range and WWI trenches below. Explore the trenches on foot with your guide and finish with a descent to the picturesque Alta Badia. The evening is at your leisure to roam the village to learn about the life of the ‘Ladini’ people.

Overnight: Italy, Dolomites (Corvara in Badia) – Dolomites Lifestyle Hotel Marmolada Rating 
 4   or similar

Day: 4 Corvara in Badia

B

Enjoy the day at leisure to explore with a full day cable car pass granting you access to the awe-inspiring heights of this iconic mountain range. Ascend to the renowned Pralongià High Plateau and be greeted by breathtaking vistas, including the mesmerising sight of the Marmolada Glacier, the highest peak of the Dolomites. Whether you visit during the snow-blanketed winter or the vibrant summer months, the region offers a myriad of activities to suit every adventurer.

Overnight: Italy, Dolomites (Corvara in Badia) – Dolomites Lifestyle Hotel Marmolada Rating 
 4   or similar

Day: 5 Corvara in Badia - Ortisei - Auna di Sotto - Bolzano

B

Discover the charming atmosphere of Ortisei, where you'll have independent time to explore this picturesque village with an array of shops and bars. Continue your journey to Auna di Sotto, delving into the world of apple cultivation at a private apple farm. Engage your senses with an apple juice tasting, savouring the flavours of the region and experiencing the essence of its agricultural heritage. After arriving to your spectacular accommodation in Bolzano you have the evening at your leisure.

Overnight: Italy, Dolomites (Bolzano) – Castel Hörtenberg Hotel Rating 
 5   or similar

Day: 6 Bolzano

B

Today enjoy a sightseeing tour of Balzano and learn about the unique mix of the Italian and Austrian cultures. Visit the South Tyrol Museum of Archaeology, which houses the famous mummy known as Ötzi the Iceman. Ötzi, a 5,300-year-old preserved body, provides valuable insights into prehistoric life and has become an iconic symbol of the region's archaeological significance. The afternoon is at your leisure. We recommend visiting the nearby Renon Plateau, accessible by a historic cable car providing stunning panoramic views of the surrounding landscapes.

Overnight: Italy, Dolomites (Bolzano) – Castel Hörtenberg Hotel Rating 
 5   or similar

Day: 7 Bolzano - Venice

B

After breakfast, check out of your hotel and transfer to Venice airport.

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