Included: An experienced International Mountain Leader with extensive knowledge of the area 9-day Alta Via 2 guided hiking adventure Accommodation for 8 nights: 3 nights in hotels in Brixen/Bressanone and at Passo San Pellegrino (twin rooms) 5 nights in rifugios (bedrooms or small dormitories) All breakfasts and dinners included, as in the itinerary Transfer at the end of the trip back to your hotel in Brixen/Bressanone Bus and chairlift to reach San Andreas and Valcroce Cable car down to Passo Crespeina Showers in the rifugios Add-ons (pricing shown at checkout): Single occupancy room for 3 nights in Bressanone and at Passo San Pellegrino Via ferrata — can be arranged upon request on a day before or after the adventure Not included: Flights Lunches, drinks and, snacks Transfers on arrival and departure days Anything not mentioned in the “Included” section above Guide gratuities — optional Activity, injury, and mountain rescue insurance (mandatory) and travel insurance (highly recommended) — available to add at checkout

How fit do I need to be?

This Alta Via 2 guided hike is rated challenging . You need a high level of fitness , considerable previous experience of multi-day walking trips, and a good attitude. You should enjoy walking for full days and be prepared to cope with regular ascents/descents of 1,300-1,800 m (4,264-5,904 ft) , and crossing passes at up to 3,500 m (11,480 ft) above sea level. You need to be able to deal with bad weather and look after yourself in terms of being too cold, too hot, too wet, or too tired. You do not need to be an athlete or a superhero, but you do need to know what it is like to walk all day to get to where you are going. You should be able to cope with rough and loose terrain, and deal with exposed sections of paths, as well as the occasional sections of cabling or ladders to assist on steep ground. Expect to walk for up to 9 hour s and up to 22 km (13.6 mi) per day, while gaining up to 1,200 m (3,937 ft) in elevation. Please keep in mind that luggage transfer is not included. Check out the itinerary for day-by-day distances and elevation changes. For more hiking adventures in Italy, click here , and for more hiking adventures in the Dolomites, click here !

What do I need to bring?

Here’s a list of the equipment you need to bring: Gear: Backpack large enough to carry all the items listed Backpack liner or cover Hiking poles — optional, but recommended Drinking water Water bottle or hydration bladder (2L capacity) Waterproof hiking boots Short gaiters — optional Umbrella Clothing: Waterproof jacket — mandatory Waterproof over trousers — mandatory Comfortable trousers Shorts/skort Sun hat Warm hat Gloves x 2 – one thick, one thin Base layer e.g. t-shirt, thermal tops Fleece jacket/shirt Socks — technical walking socks 2/3 pairs Duvet jacket/second warm jacket Thermal leggings — optional Comfort: Sunscreen Lip balm Sunglasses — eye protection is essential Tissues Antibacterial hand wash — small bottle Swimwear — optional Supplementary snacks Books/Kindle/Music Documentation: Passport, plus a paper copy Mountain Rescue Insurance — mandatory Travel Insurance Credit Card Cash (Euros) Waterproof bag for documents GHIC — if travelling from UK for medical cover Personal first aid: Personal medication — if required Antiseptic cream/spray Painkillers/anti-inflammatories Glucose tablets 2 x Rehydration sachets A few throat lozenges Blister plasters Blister tape e.g. Strappal Bandaid plasters Items for the nights in refugios: Sheet sleeping bag ‘liner’ Pack towel Ear plugs — optional, but recommended Head torch plus batteries Teabags — optional Additional items: Slippers for use in rifugios Clothing for use at rifugios Camera Toiletries — soap/shower gel Head torch plus spare batteries Padlock – for luggage being left in storage Supplementary snacks if you follow a gluten free or coeliac diet

Will there be luggage transport?

On this trip, due to the inaccessible nature of the Rifugio’s, there will not be any luggage support. In other words, when we leave Brixen/Bressanone, you will carry what you need for the entire trip in your rucksack.

Group sizes and age requirements

Group sizes and pricing For this Alta Via 2 guided adventure, the usual client-to-guide ratio is 10:1 . It takes a minimum of 4 people for this tour to operate. The maximum group size is set at 10 participants. Hiking in the Dolomites can be arranged for larger groups. Contact us to make arrangements. Min. age requirements If you are older than 18, you’re good to go. If your group has hikers under the age of 18, contact us prior to booking to make arrangements

Getting there and meeting location

The starting point of your Alta Via 2 guided adventure is Brixen/Bressanone. To get there, most people fly into Munich Airport (MUC ), Verona Airport (VRN) , or Innsbruck Airport (INN) . From there, you can take a train, a bus, or rent a car to reach Brixen/Bressanone. Once you’re there, you will meet your guide at 6pm on Day 1 in Brixen/Bressanone. Your guide will provide more details before the adventure begins.

Safety measures and insurance

Activity, injury, and mountain rescue insurance is mandatory , while travel insurance is highly recommended. To make your booking and traveling experience as carefree as possible, you’ll be offered to simply insure your trip with Redpoint at checkout. Redpoint—the official 57hours insurance partner—tailors protection packages for adventure travel, offering a comprehensive travel program, even in remote locations! Trip cancellation, natural disasters, pandemic coverage, medical evacuation, primary medical expenses—regardless of the travel interruption that may happen, Redpoint will have you covered.

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Alta Via 2: Guided Hike in the Dolomites, Italy

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Ever stared down the Forcella della Roa pass and thought, “Well, that’s intimidatingly gorgeous”? You’re about to. This 7-day trek along the Dolomites’ iconic Alta Via 2 (a.k.a. the High Route of the Legends) is equal parts grit and glamour—rock scrambles, balcony trails, and high-altitude passes like Passo Crespeina, where the air tastes fresher than an alpine espresso, and the views leave hikers speechless. But it’s not just about the views (even though they’re ridiculous)—it’s about feeling alive. The rocky scrambles, the laughs at the rifugi, and the rhythm of boots on challenging trails—it’s the stuff hikers dream of. No matter how far you’ve wandered before, this trip will remind you why the Dolomites always call you back.

Carlo

International Mountain Leader

Adventure Highlights

Pass-perfect adventure: Cross legendary passes like Forcella Venegia and Passo Pordoi, where every step feels like a triumph
Traders’ trails: Walk the Viel dal Pan, a trail once used by traders—and now by adventurers like you
The heart of the Alps: Stay in charming hotels and rifugi, soaking in mountain culture and cozy camaraderie

Duration

9 days

Season

June through October

Group size

Up to 10 people

The adventure, day by day

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The Alta Via 2 isn’t just a hike—it’s a journey through time, geology, and breathtaking landscapes. For nine days, you’ll navigate dramatic cols, such as Forcella della Roa and Passo Gardena, and tread trails steeped in alpine legend. Expect heart-pounding climbs, jaw-dropping descents, and scenery that’ll leave you speechless. Along the way, cozy mountain rifugi and hearty Italian meals keep you fueled for the next adventure. With expert guides leading the way, you’ll experience the Dolomites’ wildest corners safely, confidently, and with a grin that lasts long after the trek ends.

Day 1: Arrival

On Day 1, the meeting with the guide will be at approximately 6pm in Brixen, Italy. Brixen is also known as Bressanone in Italian. If arriving by bus or train, check both names, Brixen and Bressanone. Brixen is a beautiful city, and it’s well worth arriving early to have some time to explore its cobbled streets.

Accommodation: Hotel Krone in Brixen

Day 2: Bressanone to Rifugio Genova

Our hiking trip begins with a bus ride to San Andreas above Brixen, and then we’ll take a cable car ride up to the high pastures of Valcroce. We’re heading for coffee and cake at the Rifugio Plose, the official Alta Via 2 starting point. Leaving the Rifugio, we’ll remain mostly in the open mountainside with views to the Austrian Tyrol, and to the south-east the dramatic rock spires of the Puez-Odle ridge line. Today is a reasonably gentle introduction to the beauty of the Dolomites. We will spend the night at the Rifugio Genova.

Hiking: 20 km (12.4 mi), 6-7 hours
Ascent: 1,024 m (3,358 ft)
Descent: 747 m (2,450 ft)
Accommodation: Rifugio Genova

Day 3: Rifugio Genova to Rifugio Puez

A short walk will take us back up to the Passo Poma through the wild flower meadows. Then it’s a rising traverse across steep, stony hillsides on a balcony path, which rewards with a view of the impressive rock towers and snow-streaked screes of Punte del Puez. We’ll then head for the Forcella della Roa at 2,617 m (8,585 ft), and we’ll tackle some rocky terrain before dropping into the valley above our destination. The isolated Rifugio Puez is right in the heart of the Puez group of mountains.

Hiking: 10 km (6.3 mi), 5.5 hours
Ascent: 600 m (1,968 ft)
Descent: 800 m (2,624 ft)
Accommodation: Rifugio Puez

Day 4: Rifugio Puez to Rifugio Pisciadu

We’ll head into the Puez range this morning. Our path takes us over the Forcella di Ciampac at 2,366 m (7,760 ft), and then climbs gently south-west, down to the green waters of the Lago di Crespeina. At Passo Crespeina, the ‘Sella’ massif dominates with its high buttresses and snowfields. We’ll eventually pass below the Pizzes da Cir cliffs. Later on, it’s down to the famous Passo Gardena with its stunning mountain road.

We’ll then climb into the wild Sella mountains. We’ll have a climb of over 2 hours to our overnight at the Rifugio Pisciadu. Our hike ends with a rocky scramble, aided by a solid cable and spikes. There is some exposure on this final climb, but it should not be any problem for those used to the high mountains.

Hiking: 12 km (7.5 mi), 5-6 hours
Ascent: 862 m (2,827 ft)
Descent: 765 m (2,509 ft)
Accommodation: Rifugio Pisciadu

Day 5: Rifugio Pisciadu to Rifugio Viel dal Pan

Today, we’ll head around Lago di Pisciadu. Rugged mountainside trails wind over rock and scree, with cables assisting the first rocky, but easy section. A steeper climb follows up to the Altopiano del Meisules. Our next goal is to cross the l’Antersass before a descent over rough, stony ground guided by cairns and poles until we arrive at the Rifugio Boe.

We’ll continue across the rocky mountainside to the conspicuous Rifugio Maria. Then, we’ll take the cable car to Passo Pordoi for a bit of rest. Leaving the Passo, we’ll take the celebrated ‘Viel dal Pan’, a footpath which was once used by flour merchants from the Belluno area as a route to the valley. At the end, we’ll reach the Rifugio Viel dal Pan, where we will spend the night.

Hiking: 13 km (8 mi), 7 hours
Ascent: 1,108 m (3,634 ft)
Descent: 1,298 m (4,257 ft)
Accommodation: Rifugio Viel dal Pan

Day 6: Rifugio Viel dal Pan to Col San Pellegrino

On Day 6, we’ll head down to the Lago di Fedaia for a short 10 km (6.2 mi) transfer along the lakeside. The mighty Marmolada, a landmark of the Dolomites, is a major presence during today’s trek. This is our longest day in terms of distance, and by the time we climb our final pass at Forca Rossa at 2,490 m (8,167 ft), we will already be anticipating our hotel at the pass.

Hiking: 32 km (20 mi), 10 hours
Ascent: 1,200 m (3,936 ft)
Descent: 1,760 m (5,772 ft)
Accommodation: Hotel San Marco on the San Pellegrino Pass

Day 7: Col San Pellegrino to Rifugio Mulaz

This day, we’ll go up the mountain as we begin our hike to the Passo di Valles and the Rifugio Passa Valles. Our first pass will be the Forcella Venegia, with views to the red-sandstone striated cliffs of Cima Caladora. We’ll follow the panoramic crest with an impressive line up ahead of Monte Mulaz, Cima di Val Grande, and the majestic Cimon della Pala.

Later on, we’ll cross the north-east slopes of Monte Mulaz to the small Passo dei Fochette di Focobon. Our final section before the rifugio involves a straightforward scramble with cables up rock ledges and slabs. We’ll spend the night at the Rifugio Mulaz.

Hiking: 11 km (6.8 mi), 7 hours
Ascent: 1,176 m (3,857 ft)
Descent: 548 m (1,797 ft)
Accommodation: Rifugio Mulaz

Day 8: Rifugio Mulaz to Passo Rolle

We’ll leave the rifugio to climb over the nearby pass named after the rifugio. Once over the pass, we’ll return to a greener landscape as we traverse down the mountain side, making our way to the Castellaz, a spectacular rocky plateau. We’ll aim to complete the loop up to the summit cross of Cristo Pensante, and enjoy our final views of the Dolomites before heading down to our pick-up point near Passo Rolle, at the Rifugio Capanna Cervino. The rifugio is a great place to enjoy a coffee and cake to celebrate our journey. We’ll go on a 2-hour taxi ride back to the hotel in Brixen.

Hiking: 8 km (5 mi), 5 hours
Ascent: 400 m (1,312 ft)
Descent: 851 m (2,791 ft)
Accommodation: Hotel in Brixen

Day 9: Departure

It’s the final day of this hiking adventure in the Dolomites. We’ll say our goodbyes and depart back home from Brixen/Bressanone.

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Accommodation

We aim to accommodate guests in clean, well-located, family-run lodgings—many of which we’ve worked with for years. The suggested options in the itinerary depend on availability—if full, we’ll arrange similar alternatives of the same standard.

We’ll stay in twin rooms in Brixen/Bessanone, and at Passo San Pellegrino. Other nights are reserved for rifugios. Rifugios in the Dolomites are definitely a ‘cut above’ normal mountain huts, and offer very comfortable accommodation (with just one night at Rifugio Mulaz a bit more rustic). We aim to reserve small dorms or private rooms to keep friends and couples together, though this cannot be guaranteed. If you’re ready to hike the Alta Via 2, we trust you have an adventurous spirit and are comfortable sharing space in high mountain rifugios when needed.

All trips are based on twin-share rooms (two single beds) in hotels and shared dormitories at huts. Unless opting for a single occupancy room, solo travelers will share with another guest of the same gender. We do our best to use these exact accommodations, but availability can vary. The final hotel list is usually confirmed about 8 months before the tour, when the guide will reach out with the details.

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Alta Via 2: Guided Hike in the Dolomites, Italy

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Mark

International Mountain Leader

Mark grew up in the north of England, and as a teenager would hitchhike to the Lake District to rock climb. Now living between Switzerland and Bavaria, he has realised his teenage dream of being in the mountains and sharing the joy of these wild and inspiring landscapes with other people. He is a qualified International Mountain Leader, and BASI Level 2 Nordic Ski Instructor.

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Carlo

International Mountain Leader

Carlo grew up at the foot of the Julian Alps in northeast Italy, where his passion for the mountains began. A full-time International Mountain Leader since 2022, he now guides hikers through the Julian Alps, Dolomites, and other stunning corners of the European Alps. Carlo loves finding hidden trails and quieter routes to share with his guests. He believes hiking builds unique connections—with nature, local culture, and each other—and brings deep knowledge, fluent English, and a warm welcome to every trip.

What others say about this adventure

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Merilee J.

|October 2025

AV2 with Tracks and Trails was one of the best experiences I have had in a while. I wanted to be challenged, and I was. I want to continue to do hard things, and I will, because I know that I can. I arrived solo in a group of 8 and left with lifetime friends from around the world that I look forward to sharing more adventures. A wonderful crew and organization.

Kari Peterson

Jaw-dropping scenery; ups and downs to awaken your inner athlete; camaraderie with other hikers from around the world; superb leadership from our kind, knowledgeable, certified-mountain-man guide Mark; food, flowers, wildlife, conversation… all of it: FANTASTIC. It was the best possible experience for our 4-person family. Additionally, when one of us had an injury to deal with, the mothership kept in constant contact with us and made all the arrangements necessary to get said person down the mountain (and up again). First class, professional, experienced operation. Bravo! (Dolomites, Alta Via #1.)

Patty Bishop

I’ve done three trips with Tracks and Trails; each one far exceeding my expectations! And I’m already considering my fourth for next year. Can’t wait!

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Merilee J.

|October 2025

Kari Peterson

Patty Bishop

I’ve done three trips with Tracks and Trails; each one far exceeding my expectations! And I’m already considering my fourth for next year. Can’t wait!

Things to know

Included:
- - An experienced International Mountain Leader with extensive knowledge of the area
  - 9-day Alta Via 2 guided hiking adventure
  - Accommodation for 8 nights:
    
    3 nights in hotels in Brixen/Bressanone and at Passo San Pellegrino (twin rooms)
    
    5 nights in rifugios (bedrooms or small dormitories)
  - All breakfasts and dinners included, as in the itinerary
  - Transfer at the end of the trip back to your hotel in Brixen/Bressanone
  - Bus and chairlift to reach San Andreas and Valcroce
  - Cable car down to Passo Crespeina
  - Showers in the rifugios
Add-ons (pricing shown at checkout):
- - Single occupancy room for 3 nights in Bressanone and at Passo San Pellegrino
  - Via ferrata — can be arranged upon request on a day before or after the adventure
Not included:
- - Flights
  - Lunches, drinks and, snacks
  - Transfers on arrival and departure days
  - Anything not mentioned in the “Included” section above
  - Guide gratuities — optional
  - Activity, injury, and mountain rescue insurance (mandatory) and travel insurance (highly recommended) — available to add at checkout
This Alta Via 2 guided hike is rated challenging. You need a high level of fitness, considerable previous experience of multi-day walking trips, and a good attitude. You should enjoy walking for full days and be prepared to cope with regular ascents/descents of 1,300-1,800 m (4,264-5,904 ft), and crossing passes at up to 3,500 m (11,480 ft) above sea level.

You need to be able to deal with bad weather and look after yourself in terms of being too cold, too hot, too wet, or too tired. You do not need to be an athlete or a superhero, but you do need to know what it is like to walk all day to get to where you are going.

You should be able to cope with rough and loose terrain, and deal with exposed sections of paths, as well as the occasional sections of cabling or ladders to assist on steep ground. Expect to walk for up to 9 hours and up to 22 km (13.6 mi) per day, while gaining up to 1,200 m (3,937 ft) in elevation.

Please keep in mind that luggage transfer is not included.

Check out the itinerary for day-by-day distances and elevation changes.

For more hiking adventures in Italy, click here, and for more hiking adventures in the Dolomites, click here!
Here’s a list of the equipment you need to bring:

Gear:
- - Backpack large enough to carry all the items listed
  - Backpack liner or cover
  - Hiking poles — optional, but recommended
  - Drinking water
  - Water bottle or hydration bladder (2L capacity)
  - Waterproof hiking boots
  - Short gaiters — optional
  - Umbrella
Clothing:
- - Waterproof jacket — mandatory
  - Waterproof over trousers — mandatory
  - Comfortable trousers
  - Shorts/skort
  - Sun hat
  - Warm hat
  - Gloves x 2 – one thick, one thin
  - Base layer e.g. t-shirt, thermal tops
  - Fleece jacket/shirt
  - Socks — technical walking socks 2/3 pairs
  - Duvet jacket/second warm jacket
  - Thermal leggings — optional
Comfort:
- - Sunscreen
  - Lip balm
  - Sunglasses — eye protection is essential
  - Tissues
  - Antibacterial hand wash — small bottle
  - Swimwear — optional
  - Supplementary snacks
  - Books/Kindle/Music
Documentation:
- - Passport, plus a paper copy
  - Mountain Rescue Insurance — mandatory
  - Travel Insurance
  - Credit Card
  - Cash (Euros)
  - Waterproof bag for documents
  - GHIC — if travelling from UK for medical cover
Personal first aid:
- - Personal medication — if required
  - Antiseptic cream/spray
  - Painkillers/anti-inflammatories
  - Glucose tablets
  - 2 x Rehydration sachets
  - A few throat lozenges
  - Blister plasters
  - Blister tape e.g. Strappal
  - Bandaid plasters
Items for the nights in refugios:
- - Sheet sleeping bag ‘liner’
  - Pack towel
  - Ear plugs — optional, but recommended
  - Head torch plus batteries
  - Teabags — optional
Additional items:
- - Slippers for use in rifugios
  - Clothing for use at rifugios
  - Camera
  - Toiletries — soap/shower gel
  - Head torch plus spare batteries
  - Padlock – for luggage being left in storage
  - Supplementary snacks if you follow a gluten free or coeliac diet
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On this trip, due to the inaccessible nature of the Rifugio’s, there will not be any luggage support. In other words, when we leave Brixen/Bressanone, you will carry what you need for the entire trip in your rucksack.
Group sizes and pricing
- - For this Alta Via 2 guided adventure, the usual client-to-guide ratio is 10:1.
  - It takes a minimum of 4 people for this tour to operate. The maximum group size is set at 10 participants.
Hiking in the Dolomites can be arranged for larger groups. Contact us to make arrangements.

Min. age requirements
- - If you are older than 18, you’re good to go.
If your group has hikers under the age of 18, contact us prior to booking to make arrangements
The starting point of your Alta Via 2 guided adventure is Brixen/Bressanone. To get there, most people fly into Munich Airport (MUC), Verona Airport (VRN), or Innsbruck Airport (INN). From there, you can take a train, a bus, or rent a car to reach Brixen/Bressanone.

Once you’re there, you will meet your guide at 6pm on Day 1 in Brixen/Bressanone. Your guide will provide more details before the adventure begins.
Activity, injury, and mountain rescue insurance is mandatory, while travel insurance is highly recommended. To make your booking and traveling experience as carefree as possible, you’ll be offered to simply insure your trip with Redpoint at checkout.

Redpoint—the official 57hours insurance partner—tailors protection packages for adventure travel, offering a comprehensive travel program, even in remote locations! Trip cancellation, natural disasters, pandemic coverage, medical evacuation, primary medical expenses—regardless of the travel interruption that may happen, Redpoint will have you covered.
Deposits

You can secure one of the set dates with a 30% deposit upon booking. The remaining 70% of the trip price is to be paid 90 days prior to departure, at the latest.

Cancellations
Booking fees are non-refundable in all cases. During checkout, however, you can choose one of 57hours’ flexibility options:

Basic
- - In case of cancellation within 48 hours after booking, the amount paid is fully refundable.
  - For cancellations 60 or more days before the trip, you are eligible for a 70% refund of the trip price.
  - For cancellations 0-59 days before the trip, there is no refund.
Flexible
- - In case of cancellation within 48 hours after booking, the amount paid is fully refundable.
  - For cancellations 60 or more days before the trip, you are eligible for a full refund of the trip price.
  - For cancellations 30-59 days before the trip, you are eligible for a 50% refund of the trip price.
  - For cancellations 0-29 days before the trip, there is no refund.
Super Flexible
- - In case of cancellation within 48 hours after booking, the amount paid is fully refundable.
  - For cancellations 30 or more days before the trip, you are eligible for a full refund of the trip price.
  - For cancellations 0-29 days before the trip, you are eligible for a 50% refund of the trip price.

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