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Snowshoeing in the Dolomites

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Overview

Discover the most impressive mountain range in Italy

The Alta Pusteria valley, on the northern edge of the Dolomites, is an ideal destination for a winter hiking adventure with routes leading into Fanes-Sennes Natural Park, along the shoreline of Lago di Braies and beneath the jagged peaks of Tre Cime di Lavaredo. Wearing snowshoes or hiking books, we tackle forest trails and old military tracks to the magnificent viewpoints of Durrakopf and Strudelkopf, learning more about the impact of the First World War here along the way. Our base is the four-star Hotel Adler in the centre of Villabassa, the perfect place to unwind with Michelin-approved cuisine and a wellness centre.

Key Information

What's Included

  • All accommodation: 7 Premium nights (Hotel Adler)
  • All breakfasts, five picnic lunches and six dinners, one of which will be an authentic Tyrolean gourmet dinner
  • Immersive itinerary with all transport and listed activities, including five days of guided snowshoeing
  • Expert tour leader, chosen for their experience and great customer feedback
  • Group arrival and departure transfers available
  • Snowshoes, ice spikes/cleats and walking poles provided

Positive Impact

  • We donate to our Foundation and rewild 100 square metres for every Exodus traveller. Find out more about how our adventures support nature and people to thrive.

Don't Forget To

  • Request a single room if required, purchase travel insurance and arrange any visas and vaccinations. On this trip, local taxes (approx. €32) are not included.

Highlights

Itinerary

  • First Destination: Villabassa
  • Next Destination: Villabassa
  • Accommodation:Hotel Adler
  • Meals included:Dinner
  • Accommodation:Hotel Adler
  • Meals included:Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner
  • Accommodation:Hotel Adler
  • Meals included:Breakfast
  • Accommodation:Hotel Adler
  • Meals included:Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner
  • Meals included:Breakfast
  • First Destination: Villabassa
  • Next Destination: Villabassa

The adventure begins at Hotel Adler, our excellent base in Villabassa (approximately 1hr 45min from Innsbruck airport). Get to know your guide and travel companions over a welcome dinner this evening.

  • Accommodation:Hotel Adler
  • Meals included:Dinner

We walk wonderful routes in the Fanes-Sennes Natural Park, along the shoreline of Lago di Braies and, on multiple occasions, with impressive views of the Tre Cime di Lavaredo, arguably the most iconic image in the Dolomites. On Day 4, the hotel restaurant will delight your palate with an authentic Tyrolean gourmet dinner.

  • Accommodation:Hotel Adler
  • Meals included:Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner
Snowshoeing in the Dolomites

Enjoy a day at leisure to relax at the hotel and enjoy the spa facilities or try downhill or cross-country skiing.

  • Accommodation:Hotel Adler
  • Meals included:Breakfast

Forest trails and old military tracks take us to the magnificent viewpoints of Durrakopf (7,475ft/2,275m) and Strudelkopf (7,568ft/2,307m). Lunch stops at picturesque refuges give us the chance to absorb fascinating history from the First World War.

  • Accommodation:Hotel Adler
  • Meals included:Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner
Snowshoeing in the Dolomites

The adventure comes to an end after breakfast. We say goodbye to Hotel Adler, which may feel like a second home by now, before starting our return journey home.

  • Meals included:Breakfast

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Accommodation

Hotel Adler, a four-star property in Villabassa

Considered the best in town, this four-star retreat has a privileged address on the village square. Rooms are traditional yet stylish and come with Hästens beds, each of which is created with natural materials.

The hotel, which has a Level 1 South Tyrol Sustainability certificate, is run by the Pircher family but began life as the home of nobleman Stefan von Kurz zum Thurn more than 400 years ago. You can see plenty of that heritage throughout the property.

The hub of social living will likely be the bar and fireplace room, where you can sip an aperitivo or perhaps a post-dinner gin and tonic, while enjoying the relaxed hubbub with the group (a local crowd often gathers here too). There’s also a good-sized pool for morning dips and a wellness centre with a sauna, steam room, solarium and small fitness centre.

Hotel Adler has also partnered with one of the world’s top restaurants, Atelier Moessmer Norbert Niederkofler. Chefs from the three Michelin-starred restaurant run masterclasses for the hotel kitchen team – bringing fresh inspiration, world-class techniques and an even more memorable dining experience for your stay.

Room upgrades

For even more comfort, Hotel Adler offers room upgrades for a special price, exclusive to Exodus travellers. There are various room types from which you can choose. Please speak to your sales representative for more details.

Worth knowing

  • There are a limited number of double rooms for single use available for a supplement.
  • Hotel Adler does not cater for vegans.

Essential Information

Trip Expert

Snowshoeing in the Dolomites
Jenny Smith
Expert Leader: Italy
Introducing Jenny Winter specialist, mountain expert, people person.

This trip is rated Activity Level 3 (Moderate). For more information on our trip gradings, visit the Activity Level Guidelines page. If you have any queries about the difficulty of the trip, please contact us.

Activities: To tackle the trials, we either snowshoe or hike, depending on the weather and terrain. The tour leader always chooses the most suitable option. For fresh snow, we use snowshoes. If the terrain has icy patches or flattened snow, we use ice spikes/cleats (which are provided) over hiking boots. If there is no snow, we just wear hiking boots.

Hike durations: Expect to spend five to six hours in the mountains each day. No snowshoeing experience is necessary, but good health and fitness are important, as hiking in snow can be more tiring than summer walking. Some hiking at higher altitude and occasional longer/harder days may be involved.

Climate: Certain hikes are dependent on weather conditions and alternative routes may be chosen as necessary. The overriding priority on the trip is group safety and conditions are assessed daily by the tour leader. A route is chosen based on current conditions and the forecast for that day. Our tour leaders are required not to proceed with any proposed route (including those mentioned in the brochure or Trip Notes) if they believe the risk to be unacceptable.

Snowshoes: Snowshoes are adaptable to fit most hiking boot sizes; however, if you wear larger than UK size 12 boots (US13 or EU47) please let us know at the time of booking. We can then confirm if we can provide suitable snowshoes for you.

Start hotel: Hotel Adler, Von Kurz Platz 3, 39039 Villabassa Italy
Phone: +39 0474 745128
Recommended arrival time: You can arrive at any time today. There will be a welcome briefing in the evening, but if you miss it the leader will update you separately
Airport: Innsbruck Airport (INN)

Getting to the start hotel

The start hotel is approximately 1hr 45min drive from the airport. Exodus provides one group arrival transfer from the airport, which is timed to coincide with the arrival of a chosen flight. You may join this transfer at no extra cost, provided you can be at the airport before the transfer leaves. Speak to your sales representative for the group arrival transfer times or to arrange a private transfer.

If you would like further information on joining this trip, please speak to your sales representative.

Catching your return flight

There’s a group departure transfer to the airport for customers who Exodus booked onto a chosen flight. Please speak to your sales representative if you wish to join. If the group departure transfer does not suit your flight time, speak to your sales representative to arrange an alternative transfer.

Consider taking the train

Reach this trip by train from the UK or across Europe and lower your carbon footprint. Our partner, Byway, can take care of the planning and booking.

Italy

Travellers from the UK, US and EU normally do not need a visa to enter Italy. Please note, visa requirements often change and it is your responsibility to obtain any required visas for this trip. Therefore, we recommend that you check with the nearest embassy or consulate of your chosen destination(s), including any countries you may be transiting or transferring through.

Some local governments provide guidance on what visas their citizens need. To help, we’ve gathered a selection of useful links below.

• Australia: www.smartraveller.gov.au/destinations/europe/italy
• Canada: www.travel.gc.ca/destinations/italy
• United Kingdom: www.gov.uk/foreign-travel-advice/italy/entry-requirements
• USA:  www.travel.state.gov/content/travel/en/international-travel/International-Travel-Country-Information-Pages/Italy.html

Please note: it is compulsory to carry ID with you at all times in Italy.

Seven breakfasts, five lunches and six dinners are included, one of which will be an authentic Tyrolean gourmet dinner

Dinners are usually taken in the hotel restaurant, where we enjoy a lovely set menu. Please note, the meal on the evening of Day 1 may be a cold buffet instead of a hot meal.

Dinner is not included on the free day, which may be an excellent opportunity to try the à la carte menu on offer at the hotel or a local pizzeria recommended by your leader. Vegetarians are catered for; however, as this area is renowned for its meats, please be aware there may not be as much variety.

Five pack lunches are provided by the hotel. Each morning there is a buffet with items to make your own lunch (eg cured meat/ham, cheeses, boiled eggs, tomato, cakes, fruit etc). To reduce the use of plastic and single-use items, the hotel provides reusable cutlery and a paper bag, though we recommend bringing a reusable container.

Throughout the Dolomites, winter can bring extended periods of fine, settled weather. From Christmas through to the end of February, average daytime temperatures range between -10C and 4C (14F and 39F) in the shade. These temperatures can feel surprisingly comfortable, largely because the air is very dry, and you will often be on the move. In periods of unsettled weather, the daytime temperature will rise to freezing point or higher, but it will feel much colder as the air carries much more moisture at these times. It can occasionally get windy, and the resulting wind chill can be significant.

As a certified B Corp, we’re on a mission to improve our social and environmental impact across all our adventures.

We do this through our innovative Thriving Nature, Thriving People plan.

This ‘nature positive’ approach is designed to help nature and communities thrive in harmony through practical solutions, such as reducing carbon and waste on our trips, supporting conservation projects through the Exodus Adventure Travels Foundation, and rewilding 100 square metres for every Exodus traveller.

Karin Thomas

Rating: 5

Stunning views, stunning hotel and good workout!

Blue skies, sun and absolutely stunning mountain views where the Dolomites meet the Alps. This trip offers plenty of fresh air and exercise. And then after trekking all day coming back to relax in the sauna of the gorgeous Adler hotel and then look forward to a delicious evening meal in the hotel's beautiful dining room, or wine cave was a real treat. The hotel staff were just fabulous.

Most Inspirational Moment

So many incredible moments: enjoying fresh, deep snow, blue skies and sunshine; trekking through woods and feeling on top of the world on the Durrekopf peak and Monte Piano with spectacular views across the Dolomites; the cosiness of the hotel and wellness centre and from a culinary point of view, the Adler breakfasts and the Strudel at the Alp Nemes Hutte were something else!

Thoughts on Group Leader

Our group leader Jef was brilliant. He was super organised and his evening briefings were thorough and clear. He was also hugely knowledgeable about the mountains and the nature. He was kind and considerate e.g. in helping with snow shoe and feet issues, but also 100% professional and I felt he had everything fully under control. He was probably one of the best Exodus guides I've been away with.

Advice for Potential Travellers

We did 50km over 4 days on snow shoes and spikes and part of the 12km treks we did involved fairly long ascents. The snow was also pretty deep in places so if you slipped off the track you might end up up to your thigh in fresh snow which was a lot of fun. I'm definitely not unfit but let's put it this way, with the altitude and trekking most of the day I slept really well. I would suggest a bit of uphill training wouldn't go amiss on this trip.

Karin Thomas

Rating: 5

Snowshoeing in the Dolomites

Excellent guide - Jef, excellent hotel, fabulous waiting and reception staff, stunning scenery, beautiful weather, discounted so particularly good value for money, great flight and transfer times

Most Inspirational Moment

Excellent guide, excellent and beautifully presented hotel - breakfast and dinner staff, delicious array of choices at breakfast, Tyrolean evening and welcome drinks, gorgeous sauna. Super comfortable beds.

Thoughts on Group Leader

Jef was excellent - professional, well prepared, calm, helpful and supportive. He's one of the best guides I've had at Exodus

John Baktis

Rating: 5

Snowshoeing in the Dolomites

I always feel well taken care by our guide, as was the case here. The hotel was a premium establishment with great service and food and amenities. The trip was blessed by gorgeous weather and the hiking was just challenging enough to make the days complete and the evenings delightfully relaxing.

Most Inspirational Moment

I reconnected with a wonderful guide from a previous trip. Neither of us had planned this. The gorgeous weather and challenging hikes with a final iconic hike on the last day made this trip special.

Thoughts on Group Leader

A renaissance man. Knew his guiding profession very well. Was well qualified to teach us about the flora and fauna of the area, also the history of the area. Artistically sensitive and empathetic. Optimistic, encouraging, positive and a great sense of humour. Was well organized and made every attempt to give us all the up to date details of the daily schedule and expectations. A really good guy who I would follow on any trip he guided anywhere in the world.

Sarah Clothier

Rating: 5

Snowshoeing in the Dolomites

Superb guide, exhilarating walks, great hotel

Most Inspirational Moment

The walks surpassed our expectation; the hotel's hospitality and facilities were excellent.

Thoughts on Group Leader

Outstanding from the moment he met us at the airport to the extra mile he went to make sure the week was such a success.

Odette Bianchi

Rating: 5

Snowshoeing in the Dolomites

I found Jenny, our guide to be extremely competent and experienced. Her knowledge of the mountains and hiking was truly commendable. Everything about the hotel was exceptional, from the rooms to the meals, service and facilities.

Most Inspirational Moment

Being upgraded to beautiful rooms. Outstanding menus each night. Amazing views and landscape of the Dolomites each day.

Thoughts on Group Leader

I was very impressed by the enthusiasm, encouragement and organisational skills and knowledge Jenny portrayed throughout the week and would join any of the future adventure holidays with her as leader.

Gillian Eason

Rating: 5

Snowshoeing in the Dolomites

Exodus provided a very well organised holiday with a fantastic experienced guide It all ran very smoothly and efficiently.

Most Inspirational Moment

Location, Scenery, hotel, Jen our guide, other group members.

Thoughts on Group Leader

She was informative, knowledgeable, fun and very experienced in group dynamics. She joined us regularly in the evenings too and recommended places visit, travel tips, restaurants and shops etc.

Deborah Siegel

Rating: 5

Snowshoeing in the Dolomites

Communication before the trip excellent, trip leader excellent, the group dynamic was perfect, accommodations were lovely and of course the winter hiking was spectacular.

Most Inspirational Moment

The group dynamic, the challenging hikes, the scenery, the accommodations, Jenny our group leader … honestly the trip could not have been more perfect!

Thoughts on Group Leader

Jenny was spectacular!! She “meshed” with group and provided very confident leadership and local knowledge!

Jean Mcewan

Rating: 5

Snowshoeing in the Dolomites

Jenny is an excellent guide and managed very well the different paces within the group. I really appreciate that she gave me the freedom to go ahead when appropriate with clear information about where to regroup, etc. She is also very knowledgeable about the area and provided good information about things we could do with our 'free' time. Appreciated the opportunity to try different apple strudel in the huts we stopped at. Pleasant group which always makes a difference. Enjoyed being back at Hotel Adler - very comfortable and nice swimming pool.

Most Inspirational Moment

Thursday where we did the 700m ascent even if it did snow all day with minimal views - it still felt special. Breaking a path through new snow especially through the forests and off the main track was a great experience. As in my previous summer and winter trips visiting the area where the battle of the Dolomite took place is also special.

Thoughts on Group Leader

In addition to what I shared earlier it was clear that Jenny is an experienced mountain guide and this provided confidence that she would take decisions in the context of the local conditions. It was positive that she shared some of her experiences as knowing the person more leads to greater respect for her role as our guide. She took time to explain in an understandable way how to best use our poles and best technique to ascend and descend with our snow shoes - while I have snow shoe-ed befor

Ann Hedges

Rating: 5

Snowshoeing in the Dolomites

Excellent guide, hotel , hotel staff, wonderful local food throughout the week. Great suggestions and choice of walks which was tailored to conditions and guests. Good ideas for the day off. Beautiful area of Italy to explore .

Most Inspirational Moment

Achieving the walks up the high peaks and lunch on the peak in the sunshine. Food at the hotel. Suggestion to visit the Lumen museum. Passion and inspiration from Jenny and the hotel staff. All were outstanding.

Thoughts on Group Leader

Knowledgeable, professional, passionate. Great balance of ensuring safety at all times but also fun. Went out of her way to speak to everyone to gain an idea of their interests, and experience. Incredible experience which she shared. Happy to help in any way. Good facilitation of group and communication with hotel staff.

Jennifer Sheils

Rating: 5

Snowshoeing in the Dolomites

The whole experience from booking to returning home was great.

Most Inspirational Moment

The walking was exceptional, each day was different and this developed as the week progressed. The last day at Pte Piana was a highlight both the walking and exploring the sites of the trenches on the top of the mountain. Jenny recommended various options for our day off and a group of us visited the Lumen museum, on a whiteout day, it was a memorable experience. Christmas Eve celebrations in the hotel were exceptional and really added to the trip.

Thoughts on Group Leader

Jenny is an excellent leader, she is very knowledgeable and skilled and imparts confidence in her group. I particularly gained a lot from Jenny. She has a great can do attitude, she is roughly the same age and size as me and this gave me huge confidence to try things and also in my ability. Jim agrees with my comments.

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