The trip

LEVEL ***         

Elevation: +/- 850m on average per day
Walking time: 4 to 5 hours per day, with possible extensions.
Type of walk: mountain itinerary on marked paths with no technical difficulties. One slightly airy section (50 m) at Lago del Sorapiss.

You have to be in a general good fitness level. Please practice a cardio sport such as hiking, running, cycling, from 3 to 4 hours a week.
Your physical preparation will enable you to enjoy your trek to the maximum.
Please find the description of the levels by clicking here: levels of difficulty.

The roadbook provides sufficient information on the itinerary of your hike. However, it is essential to be able to read an IGN 1:25,000 map and to be sufficiently autonomous in the mountains to be able to tackle the itinerary with confidence, whatever the weather (fog, snow, etc.). Guiding is not included in the self-guided package. You will be crossing areas with no telephone network. For your own safety, you may wish to bring along a radio of the latest generation telephone with satellite connection.

Please note: some névés will be present on the paths until the end of June, in particular on the North slopes. High mountain boots, gaiters and walking poles are essential. Be prepared!

ROAD BOOK

One month prior to departure, we will send you your travel documents.The "paper" version we send by post includes:

- The Tabacco maps
- 1 road book with all the necessary information for the hike.
- 1 card holder.
- The list of accommodations.

ACCOMMODATION AND MEALS 

6 nights in a 3-star hotel, in a double room on a half-board basis

MEALS

Breakfast and dinner are served in the accommodation. Picnics are not included. On some days, you can eat in refuges or inns along the way.

Please inform us about your food allergies and special diets at the time of booking.
We do our best to accommodate special diets (gluten-free, vegetarian, etc.). However, we encourage you to bring some additional products for your own picnics.

MAPS

Map Tabacco 03 Cortina d’Ampezzo (1/25000)
Map Tabacco 10 Dolomiti di Sesto (1/25000)

Practical information

GETTING THERE

BY TRAIN (then bus)
Paris–Milano-Venice, then Venice-Cortina by bus, (2h10 and approx 60€ rerurn)
Train: 3635 or www.sncf.com
Bus: cortinaexpress

Or Stuttgart, Munich, Fortezza, Dobbiaco, then Dobbiaco – Cortina by bus (approx. 45mn)

BY CAR
Via Milan, Verona, Venice, Belluno and Cortina.
Several free car parks on the outskirts of Cortina: serviziampezzo/car-park-map

BY PLANE
Venice International Airport Marco Polo, bus to Cortina d'Ampezzo (2 hours, approx 40€ return)
Bus: cortinaexpress
ATVO: atvo.it

ACCOMMODATION BEFORE AND AFTER

Additional night in a hotel with breakfast, in a room for 2 people, in Cortina d'Ampezzo.

INSURANCE

In accordance with regulations, we are covered by Professional Liability Insurance. Under no circumstances, we can replace your personal civil liability. The repatriation insurance EUROP ASSISTANCE that we offer is dedicated to French speaking people living in Europe. If it is not your case, we advise you to subscribe to another travel insurance which will cover you in case of injury and repatriation during your trek. If you chose to take out repatriation insurance with EUROP ASSISTANCE whom we propose, Altitude Mont Blanc will only serve as an intermediary between the client and the insurer. We cannot influence either party. We adhere to strict conditions of sale. You are responsible for compliance with the reporting procedures of any incident.

Before making any decision, contact EUROP ASSISTANCE.

CONTACT US

If you are running late, contact the agency +33 (0)4 50 79 09 16 or +33 (0)6 42 49 76 07

Equipment & luggage

EQUIPMENT LIST

Clothing

• Walking trousers
• Shorts (Bikini/swimsuit, just in case!)
• Breathable or merino wool t-shirts
• Breathable or merino wool leggings
• Fleece or jumper
• Lightweight down jacket
• Wind stopper or Gore-Tex jacket
• Waterproof poncho + gaiters or Gore-Tex trousers + waterproof rucksack cover
• Pair of gloves and a warm hat
• Sun hat or baseball cap
• Walking socks (1 pair per day)
• Sturdy walking boots with a good sole, already broken in
• 1 change of clothes for the evening
• A pair of comfortable shoes for the evening

Other Equipment

• Toilet bag
• Quick drying towel
• Sunglasses and sun cream
• Water bottle or Camelback (1.5 litre minimum)
• Knife, fork and spoon
• Plastic lunch box/plate for your picnic lunches (0.40L to 0.50L)
• Plastic cup for coffee
• Small First Aid kit (antihistamine, ibuprofen, Compeed type blister pads...)
• Survival blanket
• Head torch or hand torch
• Sleeping bag liner sheet and pillowcase (blankets provided at accommodation)
• Two adjustable walking poles (highly recommended)
• Identity card or passport

BACKPACK

Bring a comfortable backpack of 30 to 40 litres for your personal belongings for the day (warm clothes, waterproofs, water, plate and cutlery for your picnic, sunscreen and your identity papers) and please keep a little room to carry a picnic and snacks.