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Dolomites of Cortina Hike - 7 days
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Dolomites of Cortina Hike - 7 days

7 Days
Moderate to Challenging

Overview

Hike the Dolomites, some of the world's most beautiful mountains. You'll be based in the stunning towns of Pocol and Lake Misurina, optimising your time in the mountains but staying in excellent accommodation. On most days, we have given you choices of hikes to lengthen or shorten the days. Immerse yourself amongst the iconic Dolomite Mountains and its Massifs, including Cime di Lavaredo, the Tofane group of the mountains, and the Cinque Torri as you walk through the Park of Fanes.

Walk to the iconic picture-perfect Lake Sorapis and stay at Lake Misurina. Hike high passes every day and enjoy stunning views over the Dolomite Mountains. Stay in gorgeous, character-filled 3 and 4-star hotels each night and enjoy the region's delicious Italian cuisine.

Highlights

  • Stay in the comfort of 3 and 4-star hotels surrounded by the Dolomites
  • Explore up close the stunning rock massifs of the Dolomite region
  • Enjoy a variety of landscapes, lush green mountains, rocky terrain, and beautiful forests
  • Explore and admire up close the iconic Cinque Torri, Tofane and Tre Cime di Lavaredo
  • Hike Lake Sorapis and enjoy staying in Misurina
  • Delicious breakfasts and dinners and local Italian mountain cuisine

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What's Included

Accommodation

Hotel (5 nights)

Transfers

  • Cable Car
  • Luggage Transfers
  • Private Vehicle Transfers

Meals

6 breakfasts, 0 lunches, and 6 dinners

Guidance & Support

  • Itinerary & Walk Notes
  • Walking App for Navigation
  • 24/7 on-trip support

How We Rate This Walk

4

Stroll Walking Grade

Moderate to Challenging

Rated by our team — we walk every route before we recommend it.

Regular hills and varied terrain. These walks involve more challenging sections. Regular walking beforehand is recommended.

View Fitness Guide

5

Days on the trail

10-15 km

Average per walking day

466-792 m

Gain per day

6/10

Trail difficulty

Where You'll Stay

Nights are spent in comfortable three and four-star hotels, each well-equipped for trekkers and chosen for their quality and location. At Lake Misurina, the hotel features an indoor pool, spa and wellness centre — a welcome treat after a day in the mountains. All rooms are well-appointed with the facilities you would expect at this standard.

What You'll Eat

Six breakfasts and six dinners are included throughout the walk. Lunches are purchased independently at mountain refuges along the way, which is very much part of the Dolomites experience and well worth embracing. Both Cortina and Misurina have excellent food options if needed. Please advise us of any food allergies or intolerances at the time of booking so we can inform your hosts — if you have severe allergies, bringing some of your own snacks is recommended, as specialist ingredients can be harder to source in the mountains.

More About This Trip

The walk starts in Pocol and finishes in Misurina, with Venice the closest international airport at both ends. From Venice, the recommended option is a bus directly to Cortina d'Ampezzo, a journey of around two and a half hours. Several bus companies operate this route, including Cortina Express and ATVO — tickets should be purchased in advance. From Cortina, a short DolomitiBus connection or a five-minute taxi ride reaches Pocol. Up-to-date bus schedules will be included in your information pack.

At the end of the walk, a taxi or private transfer from Misurina back to Cortina connects you to the bus service back to Venice. Rome2Rio is a useful tool for planning onward connections.

This walk is available from 14 June to 10 September. While it is possible to extend into late September, public transport in the area becomes limited outside the high season and private transfers, though available, can be expensive. Contact our team directly if you'd like to explore options outside these dates.


This walk is graded moderate, with daily distances of up to 16km and a maximum of around 720m of ascent and 885m of descent. The trails are well-defined and varied, covering forest tracks, high alpine pastures, rocky mountain paths and charming mountain villages.

Some sections involve prolonged ascents and descents on rough terrain and steps, so an active lifestyle and walking experience are recommended, along with a training regime of three to four times per week.

Snow patches may be encountered on higher passes, so good mountain footwear is essential. Mountain weather can change quickly — at least one member of your group should be comfortable navigating with a map. Comprehensive walk notes, maps and GPX tracks are provided for each day.

Travel insurance is required for all Stroll walking holidays, covering cancellation costs, loss of luggage and injury. For international trips, your policy must also include medical evacuation coverage. A cancellation fee applies if you cancel after your holiday has been confirmed. See the FAQ section for full details.

A detailed information pack and itinerary will be sent to you around six weeks before departure, covering everything you need to know for a seamless experience. In the meantime, our team is always on hand to answer any questions.


For your safety and well-being, we are unable to accept bookings for solo walkers on this itinerary. The remote nature of some tracks and limited mobile reception mean that walking alone presents a higher risk in case of emergencies.

Dates & Pricing

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Prices shown are per person, twin/double share basis.

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Frequently Asked Questions

Your main luggage is transported between accommodations so you only carry a daypack on the trail each day. Bags must not exceed 20kg. Your luggage will be accessible at each property by the evening.

A 30–45 litre daypack with a hip belt and a waterproof cover is recommended. This is what you'll carry each day on the trail with your layers, rain gear, water, snacks, camera, and other essentials.

Yes. Most days offer a choice of distances or routes to suit how you're feeling. On the Dolomites of Cortina walk, for example, Day 2 can be walked as either 10km or 16km, and similar flexibility exists across most other days. Cable cars and public buses can also be used on certain days to skip sections, though tickets for these are generally not included in the trip price.

The Dolomites are spectacular but demanding. Some trails reach above 2,000 metres, with exposed sections equipped with handrails and cables. Trekking poles are strongly recommended — they make a real difference on steep and rocky ground. A solid base of fitness is important, and it's worth building in elevation training before you go, as the climbs use different muscles to flat walking. Snow is possible in the early season, and certain trails can be affected by water erosion, so always check conditions before heading out.

Italy uses the Euro (€). Credit cards are widely accepted, including at most mountain refuges, but carry some cash too — smaller villages and local businesses often prefer it, and some public toilets charge a small fee. ATMs are available in towns along the route.

Yes. Comprehensive travel insurance is mandatory, and it must cover trekking above 2,500 metres and helicopter rescue. All medical services in Italy are chargeable — including emergency evacuation — and costs can be very high without adequate cover. Keep your policy number and your insurer's 24-hour emergency contact number with you at all times.

Let Stroll know of any allergies or dietary needs at the time of booking so your hotels can be informed in advance. If your requirements are particularly specific, it's worth bringing some of your own snacks as backup — ingredients can sometimes be harder to source in more remote mountain locations.

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The Dolomites Experience

Wonder
The most dramatic arena on earth. Stroll beneath Cinque Torri, Tofane and Tre Cime di Lavaredo massifs
This is wilderness on a scale that humbles. See Lake Sorapis, its blue-turquoise waters glowing beneath Mount Sorapis
Wander Bressanone’s historic streets past the cathedral and bishop’s castle
Wellness
Walk, Climb, Breathe, the Dolomites do not do ordinary. Where physical challenge meets profound restoration.
The Dolomites silence you. Not gradually, as other landscapes do, but immediately and completely.
Relax and unwind in comfortable 3 and 4-star hotels from Pocol to Misurina. Enjoy breakfasts, dinners and local Italian mountain cuisine
Nature
Cross Seceda alpine pasture with iconic Geisler peaks rising across UNESCO-listed slopes
Enjoy some of the most dramatic and crowd-free high alpine walking in Europe. Roam Alpe di Siusi, among diverse flora beneath Sassolungo and Schlern
Follow forest tracks and balcony paths through verdant valleys and pale peaks

From

£1,565/person