Alta Via 1 South
Discover the Southern portion of the Alta Via 1 over 6 unforgettable hiking stages, journeying from Cortina d'Ampezzo and through the Zoldo and Belluno Dolomites. This classic route offers a rewarding alpine adventure, with dramatic mountain scenery, iconic peaks, and traditional Italian mountain refuges along the way. With a variety of itinerary options available, each hiking stage can range from approximately 6 to 11 miles and take between 4 and 8 hours to complete, depending on the specific mountain rifugi included in your itinerary. Evenings are spent in staffed mountain rifugi, where you can experience the rich traditions and hospitality of the Italian Dolomites. For those seeking to hike the full route, explore our Classic Alta Via 1 itinerary.
Itinerary
- Arrival Day: Accommodation included in Cortina d'Ampezzo
- Day 1: Hike through the Croda da Lago and Pelmo Groups
- Day 2: Hike through the Pelmo Group and Val di Zoldo
- Day 3: Hike through the Val di Zoldo and Civetta Group
- Day 4: Hike through the Civetta and Moiazza Groups
- Day 5: Hike through the Tàmer-San Sebastiano and Prampèr-Mezzodì Groups
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Day 6: Hike through the Prampèr-Mezzodì Group into the Belluno Dolomites
Cost: $1,695/person (for 2 or more people)
This price includes:
- All 7 nights of accommodation listed
- Arrival Day included in a private room in a hotel
- Accommodation for final night included in a private room in a hotel
- Comprehensive guidebook detailing each stage of your hike
- GPS Map of your route
- 12 meals per person
- One awesome hiking t-shirt for each person in your group
Optional Customizations:
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Add a Rest Day, additional Arrival Day, or Post-Hike Day
- Adjust the itinerary to fit your schedule or budget
*Specific regions are subject to change based on availability.
Reserve Your Spot in 5 Easy Steps
1. Tell Us About Your Trip
Complete our contact form or schedule a call and tell us about your preferred dates, group size, and hiking goals. A real person will respond within 24 hours.
2. We'll Build Your Itinerary
Speak with your dedicated TAA Expert to recommend the best itinerary for your group and answer any questions along the way.
3. Reserve Your Spot
Once you're ready to move forward, you may place a deposit, then we'll begin securing your accommodations with our hotel and refuge partners.
4. Prepare With Confidence
We'll provide training advice, planning resources, GPS maps, and a personalized guidebook to help you get ready. You have unlimited contacts with your TAA expert, and can schedule a call anytime.
5. Arrive and Enjoy the Hike
Show up knowing the details are handled and focus on what matters most—the adventure.
