Snowshoeing the Alta Via N.1 in the Dolomites

57hours is committed to providing safe outdoor adventure experiences. We require all guides using our platform to have a COVID-19 safety plan and to make the details of that plan accessible to travelers. In most cases, group sizes will be reduced, guides will avoid overcrowded locations, and other safety measures will be met depending on the location and activity.

We also expect clients to respect local regulations and take measures to protect themselves, guides and the communities they’re travelling to. For more information on COVID-19 measures in the Dolomites please refer to Italy’s Ministry of Health Website and Italian National Tourist Board Website.

Please contact us if you have any questions or require further information. We are happy to provide you with the most up-to-date information!

What you get in this adventure:

• • An experienced, certified guide with extensive knowledge of the area
  • A 5-day snowshoeing adventure
  • Trip briefing
  • Logistics and map of the area
  • Private transfers as per itinerary
  • 2 nights’ accommodation at a hotel in Cortina d’Ampezzo
  • 2 nights’ accommodation in rifugios (mountain huts) (private rooms)
  • All breakfasts
  • Dinners in rifugios (mountain huts)
  • Snowshoes and safety equipment rental
  • Taxes

What’s not included:

• • Transportation before and after the trip
  • Lunches
  • Dinners in Cortina d’Ampezzo
  • Additional nights in the hotel

Note: Single rooms can be booked on request for an added fee. Holiday Blackout Dates from 26th December to 6th January usually require a 7-night minimum hotel stay.

In order to enjoy this snowshoeing adventure, you need to have a moderate level of fitness and be in generally good health. You should be free from back, foot, heart or respiratory problems. On this snowshoeing tour, you’ll cover about 7-10 km (4-6 miles) per day, which will take anywhere from 3 to 4.5 hours. The ascents range from 400-800 m (1312’-2627’) and the descents from 620-730 m (2034’-2395’).

Snowshoeing is easy and anyone can pick it up quickly. As the saying goes, “if you can walk, you can snowshoe”. If you’ve never gone snowshoeing before, heading out with a guide is your best bet. They’ll take care of the planning, introduce you to the basics, and go through safety and correct snowshoeing techniques with you before heading out on the tour. They also have the experience and avalanche training to keep you safe.

For personal items, we recommend bringing:

• • Helmet
  • Sunglasses or ski goggles
  • Wool or synthetic hat, headband or balaclava
  • Wide-brimmed hat or sun cap
  • Gloves or mittens
  • Liner gloves
  • Wind and waterproof shell jacket with hood (Gore-Tex recommended)
  • Ski pants (Gore-Tex recommended)
  • Down jacket or vest
  • Synthetic or wool base layers, underwear and socks
  • Polyester fleece insulating mid-layers
  • Neck gaiter and roll-neck
  • Face-mask — optional
  • Extra clothing layers & socks
  • Snow boots or waterproof hiking boots
  • Water bottle and 1L of water or hydration bladder
  • Thermos with a warm beverage
  • Food you can eat on-the-go
  • Sunscreen and lip balm
  • Headlamp
  • Small backpack or day pack
  • Camera — optional

Snowshoes and safety equipment rental are included in the price.

Group sizes and pricing:

• • For this private adventure, the max client-to-guide ratio is 5:1.
  • Costs per person decrease as the group grows for this private trip, so it’s the perfect opportunity to climb with friends and family.
  • It takes a minimum of 2 people for this private tour to operate.

Snowshoeing 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 may be permitted to join private tours on a case-by-case basis.

If your group has snowshoers under the age of 18, contact us prior to booking to make arrangements.

Booking will be confirmed upon receipt of a 30% deposit. Payment of the balance is due no later than 60 days (2 months) before departure for Italy. For “last minute” bookings (trips booked 45 or fewer days before departure), full cost is due at the time of booking.

In case you need to cancel your trip, the following fees will apply:
– 91+ more days prior to departure: 20% loss of trip cost & 10% transfer to a future trip (within one calendar year)
– 46 to 90 days prior to departure: 100% loss of deposit
– 31 to 45 days prior to departure: 50% loss of full amount
– 30 days or less prior to departure: 100% loss of full amount
These charges are a percentage of the total cost of the booking. The days indicated are from the trip departure date. All cancellations must be made in writing.

To get to Cortina d’Ampezzo, most people fly into Venice-Treviso Airport or Venice Marco Polo Airport, both 2 hours away from Cortina d’Ampezzo. From there, you can rent a car or take a train and bus. The major airport is Milan Malpensa Airport, about 5 hours away from Cortina d’Ampezzo. From there, you can rent a car or take a train and bus.

Once you and your guide agree on the details of your itinerary, you will arrive in Cortina d’Ampezzo and check into your hotel. The guide will choose the appropriate terrain dependent on conditions and the ability of the group.