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Crowning Italy's northern border, the Dolomites are a pristine alpine playground, where vivid green meadows nestle against enormous limestone peaks and charming rifugi (mountain huts) welcome hikers with satisfying strudel and steaming cappuccino. Join us to explore four of the region's most prized natural parks: Sciliar, Puez Odle, Fanes-Sennes-Braies and Dolomiti di Sesto. Ascend by cable car and gondola to some of Europe's most breathtaking hiking routes. Lose yourself in fairy-tale villages, whose architecture, cuisine and language reflect a delightful blend of Italian and Austrian cultures. At night, enjoy distinctive lodges, savoring outstanding local cuisine and superb local wines.
Days 1 - 2: Fie Allo Sciliar
Days 3 - 4: San Cassiano
Explore dazzling Puez Odle Natural Park Keep an eye out for chamois, mountain pheasants, eagles and marmots Climb the rocky terrain to Crespeina Pass, ablaze with spring and summer wildflowers Enjoy a delicious picnic of fresh regional produce and cheeses.
Day 5: Fanes
Against a backdrop of snowcapped mountains and valleys carpeted with alpenrose, trek into the breathtaking Fanes-Sennes-Braies region.
Days 6 - 8: Cortina d’Ampezzo
Hike a scenic, mostly downhill trail past waterfalls and mountain streams through the famous Valle di Fanes, once a stronghold of Ladin culture Arrive in Cortina d'Ampezzo, a sophisticated?and distinctly Italian-ski village set beneath a battlement of stunning mountain peaks Ascend to Rifugio Scoiattoli for dramatic views of the Cinque Torri, five stone pinnacles towering at over 9,000 feet.
Romantik Hotel Turm, Fie allo Sciliar (2 nights) A 13th-century hotel with Tyrolean-style décor, an acclaimed art collection and delicious regional cuisine prepared by proprietor and renowned chef Stefan Pramstrahler.
Hotel Ciasa Salares, San Cassiano (2 nights) A four-star family-operated hotel complete with Turkish baths, a sauna and a restaurant wine list offering 1,800 labels.
Rifugio Fanes, Fanes (1 night) Slumber at 6,800 feet amid some of Europe's most spectacular scenery at our simple yet cozy family-run mountain hut. (Shared bathrooms are likely.)
Cristallo Palace Hotel & Spa, Cortina d’Ampezzo (2 nights) Delight in a full array of spa services, a heated swimming pool and unrivaled views of Cortina d'Ampezzo Valley at this sophisticated member of Leading Small Hotels of the World.
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