Included: An experienced, local guide with extensive knowledge of the area 7-day Dolomites trail running adventure (5 unique organized and supported runs/hikes) Pre-trip guidance + communication Transfers to and from Venice on Day 1 and Day 7 (airport or pre-arranged meeting spot) in comfy air-conditioned vans 6 nights accommodation in upscale boutique hotels (double occupancy); comfortable mountain lodges (double occupancy); and traditional rifugio / mountain huts (4-6 people per room) Meals indicated in the itinerary Gondola tickets & entry fees Not included: Flights to and from Italy Meals not indicated in the itinerary Alcoholic beverages and drinks other than water (coffee/tea is always provided with breakfast, and arrival day aperitivo wine is included) Personal purchases and souvenirs Guide gratuities — optional Travel and medical insurance — mandatory

How fit do I need to be?

Participants should arrive comfortable with at least an 8-10 mi / 13-16 km trail run and prepared for significant elevation gain and loss . Although the guides expect everyone to hike the ascents and there is no pace pressure, the hiking isn’t easy, as you will be climbing (and descending!) 12-14,000 ft / 3600-4300m over the course of 5 days. Please note that this is NOT a beginner-friendly trip and that everyone will be expected to have some experience/comfort with mountain environments, to carry mandatory gear, and to arrive prepared to complete the full distance each day (roughly 40 mi / 65km over 5 days with additional walking to/from huts).

What do I need to bring?

Here’s a list of the equipment you need to bring: Day pack large enough to carry all the items listed (around a 25-40L bag) Hiking poles — optional, but recommended Water bottle or hydration bladder (2L capacity) Trail running shoes Comfortable running clothes Spare clothes for layering Waterproof rain jacket Sunhat Toiletries (sunscreen, hand sanitizer, bug spray, toilet paper, etc.) Sunglasses Camera — optional (but recommended) Dress comfortably and for the weather in clothes you can move in. We suggest bringing clothing appropriate for the season. Layers are best and don’t wear jeans.

Group sizes and age requirements

Group sizes and pricing For this Dolomites trail running adventure, the usual client-to-guide ratio is 8:1. It takes a minimum of 8 people for this tour to operate. The maximum group size is set at 12 participants. Trail running 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. Minors younger than 18 may be permitted to join the Dolomites trail run on a case-by-case basis, but must be in the presence of a parent or legal guardian. If your group has runners under the age of 18, contact us prior to booking to make arrangements.

Getting there and meeting location

The starting point of your Dolomites trail running adventure is Venice. To get there, most people fly into Venice (VCE) Airport . From there, you can take a shuttle service, public transport, or rent a car to reach Venice. Once you’re there, you will meet your guide in the early afternoon in a predetermined location in Venice. Your guides will provide more info before the trip starts.

Safety measures and insurance

We highly recommend that you cover all your bases with both medical and travel protection . To make your booking and traveling experience as carefree as possible , simply choose Redpoint—the official 57hours insurance partner! Redpoint tailors their 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. Once your booking is confirmed and your trip is paid in full, you will be offered to purchase Redpoint’s protection. If you need any help or require more information, let us know and we will be happy to help!

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Trail Running in Italy: Run the Dolomites!

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Season

July and September

Duration

7 days (5 days of trail running)

Accommodation

Boutique hotels, mountain lodges, mountain huts

Difficulty

Guides

Alain Pernau, Rogue Expeditions

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Your usual running route called—it’s jealous. Why pound pavement when you could conquer peaks? In the Dolomites, every step earns a view that belongs on a postcard (or your social feed, let’s be honest). Trails twist and turn like Italian hand gestures, peaks loom like ancient guardians, and the reward for every climb is a feast that feels like applause for your legs. It’s seven days of heart-pounding runs, head-turning views, and hut-to-hut camaraderie served with a side of goulash. This isn’t just trail running—it’s alpine storytelling, and you’re about to co-write your favorite chapter: “Seven days. Endless peaks. Zero regrets.”

Adventure highlights

Leg day, redefined

Steep climbs and winding trails make for a full-body workout, but the views will make every bead of sweat worth it
Unique accommodations

Overnight in boutique hotels and mountain huts where hearty dinners and camaraderie are served with stunning views on the side
Trail-side feasts

Refuel like a local with fresh cheeses, hearty polenta, and goulash that tastes even better at high altitudes

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Black Friday: Trail Running in Italy: Run the Dolomites!

Discover the ultimate fusion of adventure and culture on this seven-day running journey through Italy’s UNESCO-listed Dolomites. From Cortina d’Ampezzo to San Martino di Castrozza, we’ll tackle iconic trails, savor hearty alpine meals, and soak up the warm hospitality. Each day brings new challenges and rewards: limestone peaks, lush valleys, and the kind of camaraderie only shared over mountain miles and goulash. Whether it’s the towering Tre Cime or the moonlit slopes of Cima Rosetta, this is more than a running trip—it’s an experience that feeds your soul and your appetite.

The adventure begins with an early afternoon group pickup in Venice, and an immediate transfer to Cortina d’Ampezzo, the most famous resort town of the Italian Alps and our base for the next few days. We’ll get settled into our boutique hotel right in the center of town, and then stretch our legs with a stroll over to a local winery for aperitivo and a chance to get to know each other.

That evening we’ll tuck into the first of many spectacular dinners to come, and get all of the details for our first run, which will happen tomorrow in the morning.

Meals: Dinner
Accommodation: Boutique hotel
The first run of the trip will cover one of the most iconic hiking routes in the Dolomites. We’ll be treated to some rolling hills, but overall it’s a runnable route and a great way to ease into a big week ahead. The run finishes at a small alpine hut serving some amazing goulash (meat stew).

Later on, we’ll hike the final couple of kilometers back to our vehicles, and head back to our base in Cortina to clean up and enjoy some downtime before a feast at a local farm on the outskirts of town.

Meals: Breakfast, lunch, dinner
Running: 7-10 mi / 12-16 km, 1,600-3,000 ft / 720-1,000 m gain; dirt road and single track trail
Walking: 1.5 mi / 2.5 km walk to vans after lunch
Accommodation: Boutique hotel
On Day 3, expect an initial climb, a grin-inducing single-track flow with towering views of the Marmolada glacier, a steep, loose descent, pleasant forested river trails, and a final stretch of forest road that will lead us through an idyllic valley and up a surprising grind of a final climb.

The destination is another hut lunch, this one known for artisan dairy products. We’ll have a nice long walk after the meal to stretch our legs. Upon reaching the vans, we’ll head back to Cortina for a free evening, where you’ll be free to explore and choose your own dinner spot.

Meals: Breakfast, lunch
Running: 12 mi / 20 km, 2,600 ft / 800 m gain, 3,300 ft / 1,000 m descent; flowy & technical single track trail, gravel roads, and a touch of pavement
Walking: 3 miles / 5 km walk to the vans after lunch
Accommodation: Boutique hotel
After breakfast, we will pack up and take a short drive to the start of our next run. This one begins with a climb through the forest before embarking upon a technical loop that takes in the iconic Cinque Torri formations and offers some of the most spectacular scenery of the week.

We’ll finish with a hearty lunch at a mountaintop rifugio with panoramic views, which also happens to be our home for the night. The crew will transport small overnight bags for everyone, and we’ll have the afternoon and evening to soak in the scenery and hang out with fellow rifugio guests over drinks and dinner before an early bedtime.

Meals: Breakfast, lunch, dinner
Running: 8 mi / 13 km, 3,300 ft / 1,000 m gain; single track trail
Accommodation: Mountain refuge
On Day 5, we’ll head down from the rifugio after breakfast and take a drive to Passo Rolle, the starting line of a pleasantly runnable loop through a bucolic valley. The run finishes at an alpine hut atop a lush plateau where we’ll be treated to a lunch featuring local cheeses.

We’ll take a relaxed walk back to the vans, and head to San Martino di Castrozza, a small village on the southern edge of the Dolomites. We’ll get checked into our cozy lodge and have some time to relax before our dinner in town.

Meals: Breakfast, lunch, dinner
Running: 9 mi / 15 km, 1,600 ft / 500 m gain; dirt road & single track trail
Walking: 1.5 mi / 2.5 km walk to vans after lunch
Accommodation: Mountain lodge
Our mission today is Cima Rosetta, the local classic that is reached directly from the town. The distance might not look like much, but this is a steep and occasionally exposed hiking route.

Once we’ve reached the moonscape of a summit, we’ll descend to the mountain hut where we’ll enjoy lunch before eventually heading back to town with a gondola. In the afternoon, we’ll have some free time to rest before sharing one last meal together.

Meals: Breakfast, lunch, dinner
Running/Hiking: 5 mi / 8 km, 4,000 ft / 1,200 m gain; single track mountain trail with exposure towards the top
Accommodation: Mountain lodge
We’ll wake up for one last breakfast together before packing up and transferring back to Venice to catch the flights back home.

Meals: Breakfast

Trail Running in Italy: Run the Dolomites!

The adventure begins with an early afternoon group pickup in Venice, and an immediate transfer to Cortina d’Ampezzo, the most famous resort town of the Italian Alps and our base for the next few days. We’ll get settled into our boutique hotel right in the center of town, and then stretch our legs with a stroll over to a local winery for aperitivo and a chance to get to know each other.

That evening we’ll tuck into the first of many spectacular dinners to come, and get all of the details for our first run, which will happen tomorrow in the morning.

Meals: Dinner
Accommodation: Boutique hotel
The first run of the trip will cover one of the most iconic hiking routes in the Dolomites. We’ll be treated to some rolling hills, but overall it’s a runnable route and a great way to ease into a big week ahead. The run finishes at a small alpine hut serving some amazing goulash (meat stew).

Later on, we’ll hike the final couple of kilometers back to our vehicles, and head back to our base in Cortina to clean up and enjoy some downtime before a feast at a local farm on the outskirts of town.

Meals: Breakfast, lunch, dinner
Running: 7-10 mi / 12-16 km, 1,600-3,000 ft / 720-1,000 m gain; dirt road and single track trail
Walking: 1.5 mi / 2.5 km walk to vans after lunch
Accommodation: Boutique hotel
On Day 3, expect an initial climb, a grin-inducing single-track flow with towering views of the Marmolada glacier, a steep, loose descent, pleasant forested river trails, and a final stretch of forest road that will lead us through an idyllic valley and up a surprising grind of a final climb.

The destination is another hut lunch, this one known for artisan dairy products. We’ll have a nice long walk after the meal to stretch our legs. Upon reaching the vans, we’ll head back to Cortina for a free evening, where you’ll be free to explore and choose your own dinner spot.

Meals: Breakfast, lunch
Running: 12 mi / 20 km, 2,600 ft / 800 m gain, 3,300 ft / 1,000 m descent; flowy & technical single track trail, gravel roads, and a touch of pavement
Walking: 3 miles / 5 km walk to the vans after lunch
Accommodation: Boutique hotel
After breakfast, we will pack up and take a short drive to the start of our next run. This one begins with a climb through the forest before embarking upon a technical loop that takes in the iconic Cinque Torri formations and offers some of the most spectacular scenery of the week.

We’ll finish with a hearty lunch at a mountaintop rifugio with panoramic views, which also happens to be our home for the night. The crew will transport small overnight bags for everyone, and we’ll have the afternoon and evening to soak in the scenery and hang out with fellow rifugio guests over drinks and dinner before an early bedtime.

Meals: Breakfast, lunch, dinner
Running: 8 mi / 13 km, 3,300 ft / 1,000 m gain; single track trail
Accommodation: Mountain refuge
On Day 5, we’ll head down from the rifugio after breakfast and take a drive to Passo Rolle, the starting line of a pleasantly runnable loop through a bucolic valley. The run finishes at an alpine hut atop a lush plateau where we’ll be treated to a lunch featuring local cheeses.

We’ll take a relaxed walk back to the vans, and head to San Martino di Castrozza, a small village on the southern edge of the Dolomites. We’ll get checked into our cozy lodge and have some time to relax before our dinner in town.

Meals: Breakfast, lunch, dinner
Running: 9 mi / 15 km, 1,600 ft / 500 m gain; dirt road & single track trail
Walking: 1.5 mi / 2.5 km walk to vans after lunch
Accommodation: Mountain lodge
Our mission today is Cima Rosetta, the local classic that is reached directly from the town. The distance might not look like much, but this is a steep and occasionally exposed hiking route.

Once we’ve reached the moonscape of a summit, we’ll descend to the mountain hut where we’ll enjoy lunch before eventually heading back to town with a gondola. In the afternoon, we’ll have some free time to rest before sharing one last meal together.

Meals: Breakfast, lunch, dinner
Running/Hiking: 5 mi / 8 km, 4,000 ft / 1,200 m gain; single track mountain trail with exposure towards the top
Accommodation: Mountain lodge
We’ll wake up for one last breakfast together before packing up and transferring back to Venice to catch the flights back home.

Meals: Breakfast

Trail Running in Italy: Run the Dolomites!

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Meet your guides

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Alain Pernau

Born and raised in Santiago de Chile, Alain discovered an incredible passion for nature, sustainability, and his new favorite sports: rock climbing, scuba diving, and trail running. He traveled to Europe, Australia, and New Zealand, becoming even more excited about running as an amazing way to discover different places. Back in Chile, he had the chance to become a guide in Torres del Paine National Park. He’d spent several years working in Patagonia, a perfect playground for trail running and a place that increased his love for the sport, sustainability, and the natural world, and led him to this opportunity to continue running, traveling, and creating new experiences with Rogue Expeditions.

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Rogue Expeditions

Rogue Expeditions is an international running and adventure travel company curating once-in-a-lifetime travel experiences specifically designed for runners. For over a decade, we've been finding the most breathtaking places on Earth to run, and taking you there.

Food and accommodation

Food

You should come hungry on this trip. As we explore these rugged peaks, we’ll savor a delicious mix of Italian and Austrian influences, reflecting the region’s unique border culture. Expect hearty breakfasts with fresh pastries, eggs, prosciutto, and local cheese to fuel the days.

Lunches in mountain huts are a treat, with rustic dishes like polenta, goulash, and artisan cheeses. Dinner is a multi-course affair, where fresh pasta dishes, strudels, rich desserts, and local wines come together to celebrate the very best of regional ingredients.

Accommodation

Two nights will be spent at a cozy family-run mountain lodge in San Martino di Castrozza, where we’ll have the whole place to ourselves and you’ll be able to wander around town on foot.

One night is spent at a rifugio (because everyone has to experience it at least once). This particular hut offers wonderful homestyle meals, woodburning stoves, basic but comfortable bunk rooms for 4-6 people, and a view from the front door that will blow your mind!

Three nights are based in Cortina d’Ampezzo at a stylish boutique hotel right in the pedestrian-only town center.

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Lisa B. (source: WeTravel)

Exceptional guides and drivers, a fantastic group of participants and a beautiful location! The runs, the food and the wine were all epic! I would highly recommend adding this trip to your bucket list.

David C. (source: WeTravel)

We had a great trip. The guides were out there having fun with us, and the destinations and runs were fabulous

Todd W. (source: WeTravel)

Awesome adventure!! Fabulous food, unique accommodations and all around great people to spend a vacation week with – not to mention the local guides, Tone and Damo made the trip even better!!

Andrei S. (source: WeTravel)

All Rogue Expedition people in the group were top notch. The itinerary diverse and interesting. Thank you!

Things to know

Included:
- - An experienced, local guide with extensive knowledge of the area
  - 7-day Dolomites trail running adventure (5 unique organized and supported runs/hikes)
  - Pre-trip guidance + communication
  - Transfers to and from Venice on Day 1 and Day 7 (airport or pre-arranged meeting spot) in comfy air-conditioned vans
  - 6 nights accommodation in upscale boutique hotels (double occupancy); comfortable mountain lodges (double occupancy); and traditional rifugio / mountain huts (4-6 people per room)
  - Meals indicated in the itinerary
  - Gondola tickets & entry fees
Not included:
- - Flights to and from Italy
  - Meals not indicated in the itinerary
  - Alcoholic beverages and drinks other than water (coffee/tea is always provided with breakfast, and arrival day aperitivo wine is included)
  - Personal purchases and souvenirs
  - Guide gratuities — optional
  - Travel and medical insurance — mandatory
Participants should arrive comfortable with at least an 8-10 mi / 13-16 km trail run and prepared for significant elevation gain and loss. Although the guides expect everyone to hike the ascents and there is no pace pressure, the hiking isn’t easy, as you will be climbing (and descending!) 12-14,000 ft / 3600-4300m over the course of 5 days.

Please note that this is NOT a beginner-friendly trip and that everyone will be expected to have some experience/comfort with mountain environments, to carry mandatory gear, and to arrive prepared to complete the full distance each day (roughly 40 mi / 65km over 5 days with additional walking to/from huts).
Here’s a list of the equipment you need to bring:
- - Day pack large enough to carry all the items listed (around a 25-40L bag)
  - Hiking poles — optional, but recommended
  - Water bottle or hydration bladder (2L capacity)
  - Trail running shoes
  - Comfortable running clothes
  - Spare clothes for layering
  - Waterproof rain jacket
  - Sunhat
  - Toiletries (sunscreen, hand sanitizer, bug spray, toilet paper, etc.)
  - Sunglasses
  - Camera — optional (but recommended)
Dress comfortably and for the weather in clothes you can move in. We suggest bringing clothing appropriate for the season. Layers are best and don’t wear jeans.
Group sizes and pricing
- - For this Dolomites trail running adventure, the usual client-to-guide ratio is 8:1.
  - It takes a minimum of 8 people for this tour to operate. The maximum group size is set at 12 participants.
Trail running 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.
  - Minors younger than 18 may be permitted to join the Dolomites trail run on a case-by-case basis, but must be in the presence of a parent or legal guardian.
If your group has runners under the age of 18, contact us prior to booking to make arrangements.
The starting point of your Dolomites trail running adventure is Venice. To get there, most people fly into Venice (VCE) Airport. From there, you can take a shuttle service, public transport, or rent a car to reach Venice.

Once you’re there, you will meet your guide in the early afternoon in a predetermined location in Venice. Your guides will provide more info before the trip starts.
We highly recommend that you cover all your bases with both medical and travel protection. To make your booking and traveling experience as carefree as possible, simply choose Redpoint—the official 57hours insurance partner!

Redpoint tailors their 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.

Once your booking is confirmed and your trip is paid in full, you will be offered to purchase Redpoint’s protection. If you need any help or require more information, let us know and we will be happy to help!
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 90 or more days before the trip, you are eligible for a 70% refund of the trip price.
  - For cancellations 0-89 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 90 or more days before the trip, you are eligible for a full refund of the trip price.
  - For cancellations 60-89 days before the trip, you are eligible for a 50% refund of the trip price.
  - For cancellations 0-59 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 60 or more days before the trip, you are eligible for a full refund of the trip price.
  - For cancellations 0-59 days before the trip, you are eligible for a 50% refund of the trip price.
57hours partners with Redpoint Travel Protection, offering you a fully integrated program with a single point of contact for all your needs, from emergency services to travel assistance and protection claims. We highly recommend purchasing a comprehensive protection policy from Redpoint, which will protect you both before and during your travels. Before your departure, your investment is protected by the trip cancellation benefit. Once you depart, your policy provides coverage for trip interruption, medical assistance and rescue, baggage loss, trip delay, and more. Once you complete booking with 57hours, we'll create bespoke quote for you (and your group), making sure you're fully protected for the adventure ahead.