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Winter Activities in the Dolomites

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$2,849 USD
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Winter
Activity level:
Multi-Level
Activity Rating - Mixed
Trip code: 
K07DS
Ways to Travel:
Self-Guided Holidays, Premium Adventures, Private Group Adventures
Activity:
Cross-Country Skiing
Group size:
2–30
Ages:
6+

Multi-activity snow holiday in the Dolomites.

The village of San Cassiano, in the heart of the Italian Dolomites' Alta Badia region, boasts some of the most spectacular alpine scenery as well as a reputation for excellent cuisine. The village nestles just 15km, as the crow flies, due West of Cortina d'Ampezzo (or 30km by road and the Falzarego Pass) with the Fanes Natural Park on one side and the Dolomiti Superski area on the other. With over 1,200km of slopes this is one of the biggest connected ski areas in the world and includes a fabulous ski tour, the Sella Ronda, around the Sella mountain range.

This beautiful alpine area provides plenty of winter activity options with three cross country ski areas in San Cassiano, Corvara and Armentara, 80km of marked winter walking tracks, a 3km toboggan run, 13 snowshoe hikes (with the option to have a guide for these) and an immense connected downhill ski area. As well as alpine meadows dotted with traditional wooden mountain huts, there are the most amazing panoramic views. At some points you have a 360-degree vista that spans from the Austrian Alps to the North to the Marmolada range to the South (the highest peaks in the Dolomites), the Fanes Natural Park to the East and the Sella mountain range and Gardena Pass to the West - all stunning views in their own rights but when combined and covered with snow it's almost mind-blowing!

Highlights

  • Fabulous 4-star family-run hotel with four restaurants, spa, indoor pool, outdoor hot tub, sauna and steam room
  • Variety of winter activities including cross country skiing, winter walking, snow shoeing and downhill skiing
  • Part of the Dolomiti Superski ski area - one of the world's biggest ski areas with over 1,200km of slopes
  • Stunning natural landscapes of the UNESCO World Heritage Dolomites: jagged limestone peaks, snow-covered high alpine meadows and pine forests

Key information

  • 7 nights hotel accommodation on Half Board basis
  • Activity options include cross-country skiing, downhill skiing, snowshoeing and winter walking (some pre-bookable, some payable locally)
  • Cross-country skiing Grades 1-3 Beginners to Intermediates. 3 cross country ski areas nearby.
  • Downhill skiing in the Dolomiti SuperSki area with 1200km of slopes
  • Countries visited: Italy

What's included

  • All breakfasts and dinners
  • All accommodation (see accommodation section)
  • 1 Grappa tasting
  • 1 Glass of wine
  • Complimentary bottle of prosecco on arrival
  • Arrival & departure transfers (when booking a flight inclusive package)

What's not included

  • Travel insurance
  • Single accommodation (available on request)
  • Visas or vaccinations
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Itinerary

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Armentarola, San Cassiano

  • Day 1

    Arrive San Cassiano

    Arrive at Ciasa Salares in Armentarola, close to San Cassiano. There will be a briefing about the week's activity options and equipment will be given to customers who have pre-booked (either this evening or in the morning).

    Meals included: Dinner

  • Days 2-7

    Suggested Itinerary

    Take the hotel's complimentary shuttle bus service into the village to pick up your skis, boots and poles then head for the slopes in one of the best Alpine ski areas in Italy. You could try your hand at cross country skiing - the loipes are a convenient short stroll from the hotel or the shuttle bus can take you if you prefer to save your legs!. Alternatively, set off on any of the snowshoeing and winter walking trails available locally - there's plenty of choice for a day off the pistes!

    Meals included: Breakfast Dinner

  • Day 8

    Leave San Cassiano

    Return to the airport in time to connect with your flight home.

    Meals included: Breakfast
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Essential Info

Visas

Vaccinations

Italy

There are no specific health risks.

Eating and Drinking

All breakfasts and dinners are included.

Weather

The Dolomite Mountains offer some of the best weather in all of the Alps – perfect for year-round active adventures. As a mountain range, the Dolomites receive less precipitation on an annual basis than do the majority of the Alps. Winter snow usually begins to accumulate in December, lasting through March, and sometimes April. While temperatures fall below freezing, and snowfall is ample, the sun shines an unparalleled 8 days out of 10. During the winter temperatures vary between -5°C to 9°C. Keep in mind, that as you gain elevation it will be colder. For every 1,000 ft you climb, the temperature will drop by 3.6°F (or 6.5°C for every 1,000 metres). Equally, at all times you need to be ready for the occasional snowy or grey day.

Trentino/Dolomites weather chart

Is this trip for you?

This trip is operated by our sister company, Headwater, who offer more flexibility, so you can ski as much or as little as you like and as it's a self-guided trip you can also choose between different activities from one day to the next. There are some subtle differences between the way Exodus and Headwater trips run which may appeal to you:

Minimum age: children over the age of 6 are welcome to join as long as they are able to participate in the activities.
No minimum group size: departures are not subject to a minimum group size in order to run, although a ‘sole traveller’ supplement will apply.
Sole travellers: if travelling on your own a compulsory single supplement will apply.
Local agent: Headwater's local agent offers the possibility of booking private ski lessons or ski guides who will ski with you during the day (payable locally). The hotel will also help you to arrange other activities and rent equipment locally.
Insurance: insurance details are required at the time of booking.

Cross-country skiing is an increasingly popular winter pastime. Compared to those used for downhill, the skis are longer, thinner and lighter with bindings that allow you to lift up your heel. Most cross-country skiing is undertaken on prepared tracks (loipe) covering flat and hillier terrain enabling you to explore the winter landscapes away from the confines of the alpine pistes. The ski area is one of the best in Italy for downhill skiing but there are 3 cross-country skiing areas in the local area with the largest being just 300m from the hotel. The snowy meadows also offer the perfect location for winter walking, snowshoeing and tobogganing - ideal for families and for those who enjoy a challenge. For those looking to do downhill skiing the Dolomiti Super Ski area is vast offering 1200km of interconnected slopes with this area and the celebrated Sella Ronda circuit accessible from the ski lift on the slope opposite the hotel.

This holiday is suitable for beginners and intermediate cross country skiiers as well as all levels of downhill skier. With the other activities in the local area, the excellent facilities available at the hotel and in the local village it's also suitable for families and non-skiers alike.

Call for general departures:
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1 844 227 9087
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Accommodation

Accommodation Walking the Dolomites of Alta Badia

Ciasa Salares, Armentarola, San Cassiano

Ciasa Salares, your home for the week, is located just a short walk (or even shorter shuttle/bus ride) from the centre of San Cassiano. Run by the Wieser family, Stefan, Wilma and their son Jan Clemens, who is passionate about the hotel’s fantastic wine cellar, the hotel combines alpine chic in the décor with good old-fashioned hospitality.

The hotel's four restaurants include an informal wine bar, a terrace restaurant, a main restaurant and tables in the wine cellar. There are also two other very special rooms – the Cheese Room and the Chocolate Room, used for tastings, individual courses during meals and special occasions. Complimentary grappa tasting is available once a week, as well as one glass of wine and cheese tasting in the wine cellar. You will also get 5 half board meals included at the half board restuarant. Customers wishing to eat at one of the other three restaurants at the hotel can use their 'credit' from the half board menu and pay any difference locally. Drinks are always excluded.

Other facilities include a library and lounge, a luxurious spa with indoor swimming pool, relaxation area, treatment rooms (3), sauna, steam room and an outdoor hot tub with fabulous alpine views to soak away those aching limbs after a day of walking. Headwater customers get free spa access (spa treatments available for a supplement.)

The hotel offers a free shuttle service to San Cassiano (village and the main Piz Surega lift) as well as to the Capanna Alpina restaurant for the Fanes Natural Park walk. One picnic lunch is included at the hotel’s private mountain hut (day of the week changes depending on the weather). This mountain hut can be reached on foot (1hr 30mins from the hotel) on Day 4 walking or by gondola (about 20mins.)

E-mountain bikes are available to hire for additional charge (payable locally.)

Call for general departures:
1 844 227 9087
Call for private group trips:
1 844 227 9087
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