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We rate this tour as a 3 / 5. This tour is suitable for those who are regular walkers, with experience at similar distances.
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Discover the Italian Dolomites on this magical 7-day self-guided walking tour
Marvel at the beauty of the Italian Dolomites and hike from bases in Val Gardena and Val di Fassa
Discover the myriad of gorgeous mountain passes spanning the Dolomites: Sella Pass, Zigolade Pass, and Campolongo Pass.
Spend your evenings cozied up in warm, welcoming hotels, hugged and backed by mountainous slopes.
Trek the view-laden path once walked by many bread and flour merchants—the “bread path” (Viel del Pan).
Explore the Italian Dolomites on this rewarding self-guided walking tour through the dramatic landscapes of Val di Fassa and the Sella Ronda. Hike along scenic mountain trails surrounded by jagged limestone peaks, alpine meadows, and traditional mountain villages while enjoying unforgettable views of the Catinaccio Group, the Sella massif, and the Marmolada glacier.
Over seven days, you’ll follow well-marked paths across spectacular mountain passes, including Sella Pass and Campolongo Pass, while discovering the remarkable scenery that makes the Dolomites one of the most beautiful mountain regions in Europe.
Explore the Italian Dolomites on this rewarding self-guided walking tour through the dramatic landscapes of Val di Fassa and the Sella Ronda. Hike along scenic mountain trails surrounded by jagged limestone peaks, alpine meadows, and traditional mountain villages while enjoying unforgettable views of the Catinaccio Group, the Sella massif, and the Marmolada glacier.
Over seven days, you’ll follow well-marked paths across spectacular mountain passes, including Sella Pass and Campolongo Pass, while discovering the remarkable scenery that makes the Dolomites one of the most beautiful mountain regions in Europe.
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Dolomites Walking in Val di Fassa & Val Gardena Tour
Day 1 Arrive in Canazei/Vigo di Fassa
Arrive in the pretty town of Canazei and check into your hotel. Let the sweeping view of the Dolomites ease your mind from any travel-related stress into a more relaxed, outdoorsy mindset.
Overnight Location: Hotel in Canazei
Distance: None
Meals: None
Day 2-3 Selection of walks Val di Fassa
Walk around Sasso Piatto on a scenic route that begins at Col Rodella, where you follow a gravel road for a short distance before joining a panoramic trail leading toward Rifugio Sasso Piatto. In wet weather this section can become muddy and slippery, so take care as you walk while enjoying impressive views of the rugged rocks of Sasso Piatto. Continue along another panoramic path toward Langkofelhütte, where the landscape opens between two towering peaks—Sasso Piatto on your right and Sasso Lungo on your left—creating a striking, almost lunar setting. At Rifugio Toni Demetz, descend steeply for about 550 meters to the valley station of the Sasso Lungo lift, or take the lift down if your legs feel tired or your knees need a break. From the valley station, follow mostly gravel roads as you make your way back to Col Rodella, completing a long but beautiful walk surrounded by dramatic alpine scenery.
Distance: 6 hours, 16 km, 810 m ascent, 850 m descent
Grepa Valley walk takes you through one of the lesser-known and peaceful side valleys of Val di Fassa, where grazing animals, unspoiled nature, and quiet landscapes define the experience. Starting from the Ciampac basin at 2,160 meters, the route climbs toward Pian de Sele at 2,346 meters, where a small plateau offers sweeping views over the wild Val de Grepa below. Continuing with views of the magnificent Sassolungo Group, the trail leads toward Pian de Poze before descending into the lush valley. Along the way, pass through green meadows dotted with traditional wooden huts and cross peaceful pastures where cows and horses typically graze during the summer months, creating a tranquil alpine setting.
Distance: 4 hours, 10 km, 260 m ascent, 960 m descent
Catinaccio walk follows a scenic circular route around the impressive Catinaccio Group, leading along mountain paths and gravel roads past Malga Vael and Rifugio Roda di Vael before climbing toward the Zigolade Pass. From the pass, the trail descends while passing beneath the jagged peaks of Forcella di Davoi and Cima Catinaccio. Continuing onward, you pass Rifugio Preuss and Gardeccia, where you may wish to pause for a local snack before completing the loop and returning to your starting point in Catinaccio.
Distance: 6 hours, 14 km, 775 m ascent, 780 m descent
Via dal Pan Walk follows the famous Via del Pan, the “bread path,” a scenic trail running along the southern side of the ridge. As you walk, enjoy sweeping views of the Marmolada glacier and the impressive peaks of the Sella mountain group, making this route a memorable and picturesque alpine experience.
Distance: 5.5 hours, 16 km, 350 m ascent, 1230 m descent
Overnight Location: Hotel in Canazei/Vigo di Fassa
Distance: Variable, depending on the selected walk
Meals: Breakfast
Day 4 Walk from Passo della Sella to Passo Gardena
From Col Rodella, follow gravel roads and mountain paths with the steep peaks of Sasso Piatto and Sasso Lungo rising on your left. The route leads past Sella Pass before continuing with the impressive Sella Group on your right, its dramatic rock formations becoming more striking as you approach. Along the way, enjoy sweeping views ahead across the surrounding Dolomite landscape. The walk ends at Grödner Joch, where you can take a bus down to Corvara.
Overnight Location: Hotel in Corvara
Distance: 4-5 hours, 13 km, 440 m ascent, 745 m descent
Meals: Breakfast
Day 5 Corvara round tour
Today you follow a scenic circular route starting in Corvara, climbing through alpine meadows and larch forests toward the Pralongià plateau, where wide views of the Dolomites open up around you. Continue toward Piz Bioch, an ideal place for a relaxing scenic break, before completing the loop as the trail descends back to Corvara.
Overnight Location: Hotel in Corvara
Distance: 5 hours, 11 km, 610 m ascent, 610 m descent
Meals: Breakfast
Day 6 Selection of Walks from Passo Gardena or Passo Pordoi to Passo Campolongo
From Gardena Pass, the trail climbs steadily until you are walking almost directly beneath the impressive Sella Group. In Val de Mesdì, you cross a small river before beginning a descent that can be quite steep in places. Once in the valley, follow a gravel road toward Crep de Sela, where a steep path leads up to Ristorante Boè. From here, continue along a beautiful trail that winds through spectacular rock formations. After reaching the Kaiserhütte, simply follow the gravel road until you arrive at Passo Campolongo.
Distance: 6 hours, 12.5 km, 755 m ascent, 1020 m descent
From Pordoi Pass, follow a breathtaking high-alpine route toward Passo Campolongo that winds through dramatic Dolomite landscapes. The trail passes beneath towering peaks and across rolling alpine meadows while offering magnificent views of the Sella Group and the surrounding valleys, combining rugged mountain scenery with peaceful alpine charm.
Distance: 5 hours, 10 km, 510 m ascent, 880 m descent
Overnight Location: Hotel in Corvara
Distance: Variable, depending on the selected walk
Meals: Breakfast
Day 7 Departure Day
The tour ends in Corvara after breakfast.
Overnight Location: None
Distance: None
Meals: Breakfast
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Accommodation on Dolomites Walking in Val di Fassa & Val Gardena Tour
This tour is based on hotels. They each offer modern amenities that work to elevate the total comfort of your stay.
Please note that the accommodation listed below may be swapped for other similar places.
Single Rooms and Solo Travelers
Solo travellers must pay a supplement that varies based on the season (please inquire to find out more). However, it’s definitely possible to match single travellers up.
What’s included in the Dolomites Walking in Val di Fassa & Val Gardena Tour?
Meals
6 breakfasts are included.
Accommodations
Accommodations for 6 nights along the tour are included. Accommodations before and after the tour are not included.
Transportation during the Tour
The luggage transfer is included from Canazei to Corvara.
Also Included
- Detailed route notes and trip documents
- 24/7 phone support
Not included
- Transfers throughout the tour
- Drinks, snacks
- Touristic city taxes
- Travel insurance
- Personal equipment
- Anything not stated as ‘included’
Optional Extras
- Additional nights at the hotels throughout your walk
- Transfer to and from airports at the beginning and at the end of your tour
- Supplement for solo trekkers
- How hard is the Val di Fassa & Val Gardena Walking Tour?
- Do I need a Visa to travel to Italy?
- Are meals included on the Val di Fassa & Val Gardena Walking Tour?
- Do I need insurance?
- How do I get to Canazei to start this tour?
- Is the Val di Fassa & Val Gardena Walking Tour in English?
- I’ve never been on a self-guided trip! How does it work?
- Where does the Val di Fassa & Val Gardena Walking Tour end?
- Do I need special vaccines to travel to Italy?
- Are there any travel restrictions for Italy?
- When is the best time to travel to Italy for this tour?
We rate this tour as a 3 / 5. This tour is suitable for those who are regular walkers, with experience at similar distances.
Check with your local country about visa requirements. You could also try this website, though you should verify with your government.
6 breakfasts are included.
Yes, it is mandatory to have Health and Medical insurance to join this trip. Get your Travel Insurance.
Fly to the nearest airport, either Venice, Verona, Bolzano, Milan Linate and Milan Malpensa, and Innsbruck, and look into taking public transport or hiring a taxi.
This is a self-guided tour, so guide services are not included. However, the information package is in English.
Self-guided travelling is not difficult! For many, it is a preferred type of travel as you are in charge of your own time and pace. You are provided all the information on which direction you need to go daily. You don’t need to carry lots of things with you and can only carry your daypack, as your luggage will be picked up from your hotel daily in the morning and delivered to your destination hotel.
The tour ends in Corvara.
Check with your family doctor.
Please check with your local government about travel restrictions before you book your tour. This map from the US Department of State provides an overview of the current status in countries around the globe. The UK‘s Foreign Office and Government of Canada also provide advice on foreign travel. Note that the travel advice may change depending on your nationality.
The best time to travel to Italian Alps for hiking is during the summer months.
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