Hiking
Italy
Seiser Alm and the Dolomites attract visitors from all over the world. Here we find wonderfully beautiful mountains, spectacular views and cozy mountain huts located in places 'where no one would believe anyone could live'.
On this trip, we combine spectacular hikes in the unique Dolomites with delicious local food & drinks
For our accommodation this time, we have chosen the cozy family-run Hotel Piccolo. A charming place with good standards, personal service and, last but not least, fantastic food.
Our tour leader Anne Grethe T. Vestrheim, who incidentally LOVES the Dolomites, will take you on new hikes every day. The day trips take place at altitude, between approx. 1500 – 3000 meters above sea level. This means it goes without saying that both the views and the experiences will be truly special!
The hikes last 4-6 hours and take place in hilly terrain at an altitude of between 1500 – 3000 meters above sea level. We expect to spend most of the day out hiking. We will probably feel the altitude a bit regardless of our daily form, but we will quickly adapt. Most days we start by taking the mountain lift up the first approx. 1000 meters of elevation. We do the same in the afternoons when we are heading back down.
One of the days you can choose whether you want to join an exciting and unforgettable Via Ferrata. We start at the Sella pass where the Via Ferrata Sassolungo Forecella begins. Simply a magical experience. If there are many of us who want to climb, we will divide into two groups; one slightly easier for beginners and one slightly tougher for those who may have climbed before.
You register for the excursion when booking the trip. There will be an additional cost of NOK 2050,-.
Every day there will be some free time in the afternoons / evenings. This can be used for e.g. sightseeing in the town. Or simply relaxing and enjoying the beautiful surroundings around the hotel in the town of Selva di Val Gardena / Wolkenstein
We eat dinners in the hotel's restaurant, and lunches will be a packed lunch brought along or at a rifugio/mountain cabin.
The local bus takes us to the different starting points for the hikes – the best option. The local buses are free as long as we stay at a hotel in Val Gardena. All participants will receive a 'Gardenacard' from the hotel, and by showing this you can take the bus for free during your entire stay. This card also applies if you want to take the bus to Bolzano or Passo Pordoi on the "day off".
Traveling alone does not mean you have to be alone. On our trips you meet like-minded people who share the joy of active trips. The atmosphere is informal and inclusive, and it is easy to connect with new hiking friends. Our trips are just as suitable for you who go solo, as for those who travel with others. So sign up – you will be part of the group from the very first moment!
The hikes last 4-6 hours and take place in hilly terrain at an altitude of between 1500 – 3000 meters above sea level. We expect to spend most of the day out hiking. We will probably feel the altitude a bit regardless of our daily form, but we will quickly adapt. Most days we start by taking the mountain lift up the first approx. 1000 meters of elevation. We do the same in the afternoons when we are heading back down.
One of the days you can choose whether you want to join an exciting and unforgettable Via Ferrata. We start at the Sella pass where the Via Ferrata Sassolungo Forecella begins. Simply a magical experience. If there are many of us who want to climb, we will divide into two groups; one slightly easier for beginners and one slightly tougher for those who may have climbed before.
You register for the excursion when booking the trip. There will be an additional cost of NOK 2050,-.
Every day there will be some free time in the afternoons / evenings. This can be used for e.g. sightseeing in the town. Or simply relaxing and enjoying the beautiful surroundings around the hotel in the town of Selva di Val Gardena / Wolkenstein
We eat dinners in the hotel's restaurant, and lunches will be a packed lunch brought along or at a rifugio/mountain cabin.
The local bus takes us to the different starting points for the hikes – the best option. The local buses are free as long as we stay at a hotel in Val Gardena. All participants will receive a 'Gardenacard' from the hotel, and by showing this you can take the bus for free during your entire stay. This card also applies if you want to take the bus to Bolzano or Passo Pordoi on the "day off".
Traveling alone does not mean you have to be alone. On our trips you meet like-minded people who share the joy of active trips. The atmosphere is informal and inclusive, and it is easy to connect with new hiking friends. Our trips are just as suitable for you who go solo, as for those who travel with others. So sign up – you will be part of the group from the very first moment!
The spectacular views and nature of the unique Dolomites
The atmosphere and service at the family-run hotel we stay at
Lunch breaks at the cozy mountain huts – excellent food
The great feeling of standing on "the roof of the world" in magical nature
Getting to know tour leader Anne Grethe and the other participants
An adrenaline rush on a fun Via Ferrata
The program is preliminary, changes may occur. Expa Travel reserves the right to make corrections for any spelling mistakes, as well as any currency exchange rate and/or price changes.
The program is preliminary, changes may occur. Expa Travel reserves the right to make corrections for any spelling mistakes, as well as any currency exchange rate and/or price changes.
You fly from Oslo to Verona with Norwegian (flight tickets not included in the price).
Transfer bus from the airport to Selva di Val Gardena and our hotel there.
Short stop along the way for a simple bite to eat (not included).
Expect a late check-in at the hotel.
After breakfast, we take the local bus up to Passo Sella, 2180 m above sea level. The bus ride takes approx. 30 minutes.
Here we get a fantastic view of Sella Ronda and Marmolada!
We start by taking the well-known and fun telephone booth ski lifts up to Rifugio Toni Demetz, 2690 m above sea level (not included), where we enjoy the view before taking the lift back down and starting the actual hike around Sassolungo.
We pass several small, beautiful mountain huts on this round trip, but aim to have lunch at Langkofelhütte / rifugio Sasso Piatto (not included).
Then we continue our hike, and we will eventually get a formidable view over Seiser Alm, the mecca of cross-country skiing! The largest alpine high mountain meadow in Europe.
Further on, the hike goes towards Mont de Seura, 2025 m above sea level, where we take the chairlift down to Santa Christina (not included). Or you can challenge yourself by taking the Zipline down (not included)! Recommended – it's awesome!
The day ends with a delicious dinner in the hotel's restaurant (included).
After breakfast, we take a bus down to Ortisei, approx. a 15-minute ride, and a lift up to Seiser Alm at approx. 2005 m above sea level (lift not included). Here we start the hike with a full view over the entire high mountain plateau and Sassolungo.
Nice hiking trail on soft ground for large parts of the trip. We walk across meadows of flowers as if we are in the middle of the musical Sound of Music!
At Saltria we take the Florian chairlift up to Williams Hut where we enjoy the view and have lunch (lift and lunch not included).
Return to Santa Christina on a gravel road between green meadows and Sassolungo.
Well-deserved joint dinner in the hotel's restaurant (included).
A long and magical hike awaits us today!
We take the lift up to Dantercepies and walk down towards Jimmy Hut with a fantastic view of Passo Gardena and the Sella Ronda mass.
We walk between green meadows, pointed limestone formations of mountains, and look down towards Corvara in Alta Badia before we key in a 3 km long uphill climb - approx. 500 meters of elevation gain. Then we enjoy a packed lunch (not included) with a raw view of, among others, Tre Cime and the Cortina area.
After lunch we move past Lago Crespeina and Forcella Crespeina (2528 m above sea level), towards Forcella Cir.
Exciting 'wild-west landscape' between pointed mountains from there and down to Jimmy Hut (2222 m above sea level).
We hope to have time for an 'after-walk' at Jimmy Hut before we take the Dantercepies lift down to Selva (not included). A perfect ending to today's long hike.
Lovely joint dinner in the hotel's restaurant (included).
After three eventful mountain hikes in the Dolomites, it's time for a day with an optional program. All activities on this day are optional and are booked and paid for by the individual.
Perhaps some quiet hours in the hotel's spa department appeal to you? Here you can loosen up tired muscles in the pool or relax in the steam room. Treatments are booked at the reception.
If you want to spend the rest day outdoors, the area offers almost unlimited possibilities. Maybe this is the day you take the lift up to beautiful Seceda? The iconic mountain ridge has become one of the Dolomites' most photographed spots, and many make the trip here. If you walk a little further than the most famous viewpoint, you often get both quieter surroundings and views that are at least as spectacular. Tour guide Anne Grethe is happy to share her best tips if you want an extra mountain hike.
You can also rent a mountain bike and explore the many prepared MTB tracks in the area, book a paragliding trip and experience the Dolomites from the air, or try via ferrata with a local guide. Separate groups are offered both for beginners and for those who have tried via ferrata before. Anne Grethe will inform you about the options after arrival.
If you prefer a quieter experience, it is also fascinating to sit down with a cup of coffee and watch the paragliders float silently between the dramatic mountain peaks.
Joint dinner in the hotel's restaurant (included).
A short bus ride down to Ortisei and then we take the Raschötz/Resciesa funicular to the end station at 2281 m above sea level.
A nice and gentle start to the day to the Heilig Kreuz chapel, with a slightly steeper hill up to Heilig Kreuz with a view of Austria. We move along the edge, but not right on the edge of course. We walk a few kilometers along before we have lunch at the Brogles Hut below the Geisler Group (not included). Then we look straight at the Seceda chain - perhaps the most photographed area in Val Gardena.
Today we hope to meet marmots, because we are walking in a typical 'marmot landscape'. Perhaps we will also see 'wild horses' and donkeys in the area.
After lunch we walk down the Anna Valley to Ortisei. Those who wish can take the Seceda lift down to the town (not included). Once down, perhaps there will be an after-walk here or a bit of shopping?
Gathering around the dinner table for a local dinner (included).
Lift to Col Raiser at 2107 m above sea level (not incl.). The trip from there to the Stevia Hut is steep, magical, and tough, but so worth it!
We take it easy up the winding curves on a gravel trail to the top. In the last part of the steep pass we walk on trails with clear remains from World War I.
We take a well-deserved rest and catch our breath at the top, Forcella dla Piza (2489 m above sea level). The view from here is formidable! It is called "The Window to the Valley".
We walk for about 20 minutes from there, downhill all the way to the Stevia Hut. The hut is relatively small and scenically located. View down towards Langental. No lifts here.
Lunch stop (not incl.) and enjoyment time at the hut before we have a long descent ahead of us. Steep, but not dangerous.
Today it is a plus to bring hiking poles. NB! We cannot do this trip on a rainy day, but in that case, we will find good alternatives.
Farewell dinner in the hotel's restaurant (included).
Departure day where you have time for a late breakfast.
Transport from Val Gardena to the airport in Verona.
Lunch and dinner on your own (not included).
The program is preliminary, changes may occur. Expa Travel AS reserves the right to make changes in the event of currency fluctuations or typographical errors.
You fly from Oslo to Verona with Norwegian (flight tickets not included in the price).
Transfer bus from the airport to Selva di Val Gardena and our hotel there.
Short stop along the way for a simple bite to eat (not included).
Expect a late check-in at the hotel.
After breakfast, we take the local bus up to Passo Sella, 2180 m above sea level. The bus ride takes approx. 30 minutes.
Here we get a fantastic view of Sella Ronda and Marmolada!
We start by taking the well-known and fun telephone booth ski lifts up to Rifugio Toni Demetz, 2690 m above sea level (not included), where we enjoy the view before taking the lift back down and starting the actual hike around Sassolungo.
We pass several small, beautiful mountain huts on this round trip, but aim to have lunch at Langkofelhütte / rifugio Sasso Piatto (not included).
Then we continue our hike, and we will eventually get a formidable view over Seiser Alm, the mecca of cross-country skiing! The largest alpine high mountain meadow in Europe.
Further on, the hike goes towards Mont de Seura, 2025 m above sea level, where we take the chairlift down to Santa Christina (not included). Or you can challenge yourself by taking the Zipline down (not included)! Recommended – it's awesome!
The day ends with a delicious dinner in the hotel's restaurant (included).
After breakfast, we take a bus down to Ortisei, approx. a 15-minute ride, and a lift up to Seiser Alm at approx. 2005 m above sea level (lift not included). Here we start the hike with a full view over the entire high mountain plateau and Sassolungo.
Nice hiking trail on soft ground for large parts of the trip. We walk across meadows of flowers as if we are in the middle of the musical Sound of Music!
At Saltria we take the Florian chairlift up to Williams Hut where we enjoy the view and have lunch (lift and lunch not included).
Return to Santa Christina on a gravel road between green meadows and Sassolungo.
Well-deserved joint dinner in the hotel's restaurant (included).
A long and magical hike awaits us today!
We take the lift up to Dantercepies and walk down towards Jimmy Hut with a fantastic view of Passo Gardena and the Sella Ronda mass.
We walk between green meadows, pointed limestone formations of mountains, and look down towards Corvara in Alta Badia before we key in a 3 km long uphill climb - approx. 500 meters of elevation gain. Then we enjoy a packed lunch (not included) with a raw view of, among others, Tre Cime and the Cortina area.
After lunch we move past Lago Crespeina and Forcella Crespeina (2528 m above sea level), towards Forcella Cir.
Exciting 'wild-west landscape' between pointed mountains from there and down to Jimmy Hut (2222 m above sea level).
We hope to have time for an 'after-walk' at Jimmy Hut before we take the Dantercepies lift down to Selva (not included). A perfect ending to today's long hike.
Lovely joint dinner in the hotel's restaurant (included).
After three eventful mountain hikes in the Dolomites, it's time for a day with an optional program. All activities on this day are optional and are booked and paid for by the individual.
Perhaps some quiet hours in the hotel's spa department appeal to you? Here you can loosen up tired muscles in the pool or relax in the steam room. Treatments are booked at the reception.
If you want to spend the rest day outdoors, the area offers almost unlimited possibilities. Maybe this is the day you take the lift up to beautiful Seceda? The iconic mountain ridge has become one of the Dolomites' most photographed spots, and many make the trip here. If you walk a little further than the most famous viewpoint, you often get both quieter surroundings and views that are at least as spectacular. Tour guide Anne Grethe is happy to share her best tips if you want an extra mountain hike.
You can also rent a mountain bike and explore the many prepared MTB tracks in the area, book a paragliding trip and experience the Dolomites from the air, or try via ferrata with a local guide. Separate groups are offered both for beginners and for those who have tried via ferrata before. Anne Grethe will inform you about the options after arrival.
If you prefer a quieter experience, it is also fascinating to sit down with a cup of coffee and watch the paragliders float silently between the dramatic mountain peaks.
Joint dinner in the hotel's restaurant (included).
A short bus ride down to Ortisei and then we take the Raschötz/Resciesa funicular to the end station at 2281 m above sea level.
A nice and gentle start to the day to the Heilig Kreuz chapel, with a slightly steeper hill up to Heilig Kreuz with a view of Austria. We move along the edge, but not right on the edge of course. We walk a few kilometers along before we have lunch at the Brogles Hut below the Geisler Group (not included). Then we look straight at the Seceda chain - perhaps the most photographed area in Val Gardena.
Today we hope to meet marmots, because we are walking in a typical 'marmot landscape'. Perhaps we will also see 'wild horses' and donkeys in the area.
After lunch we walk down the Anna Valley to Ortisei. Those who wish can take the Seceda lift down to the town (not included). Once down, perhaps there will be an after-walk here or a bit of shopping?
Gathering around the dinner table for a local dinner (included).
Lift to Col Raiser at 2107 m above sea level (not incl.). The trip from there to the Stevia Hut is steep, magical, and tough, but so worth it!
We take it easy up the winding curves on a gravel trail to the top. In the last part of the steep pass we walk on trails with clear remains from World War I.
We take a well-deserved rest and catch our breath at the top, Forcella dla Piza (2489 m above sea level). The view from here is formidable! It is called "The Window to the Valley".
We walk for about 20 minutes from there, downhill all the way to the Stevia Hut. The hut is relatively small and scenically located. View down towards Langental. No lifts here.
Lunch stop (not incl.) and enjoyment time at the hut before we have a long descent ahead of us. Steep, but not dangerous.
Today it is a plus to bring hiking poles. NB! We cannot do this trip on a rainy day, but in that case, we will find good alternatives.
Farewell dinner in the hotel's restaurant (included).
Departure day where you have time for a late breakfast.
Transport from Val Gardena to the airport in Verona.
Lunch and dinner on your own (not included).
The program is preliminary, changes may occur. Expa Travel AS reserves the right to make changes in the event of currency fluctuations or typographical errors.
You fly from Oslo to Verona with Norwegian (flight tickets not included in the price).
Transfer bus from the airport to Selva di Val Gardena and our hotel there.
Short stop along the way for a simple bite to eat (not included).
Expect a late check-in at the hotel.
After breakfast, we take the local bus up to Passo Sella, 2180 m above sea level. The bus ride takes approx. 30 minutes.
Here we get a fantastic view of Sella Ronda and Marmolada!
We start by taking the well-known and fun telephone booth ski lifts up to Rifugio Toni Demetz, 2690 m above sea level (not included), where we enjoy the view before taking the lift back down and starting the actual hike around Sassolungo.
We pass several small, beautiful mountain huts on this round trip, but aim to have lunch at Langkofelhütte / rifugio Sasso Piatto (not included).
Then we continue our hike, and we will eventually get a formidable view over Seiser Alm, the mecca of cross-country skiing! The largest alpine high mountain meadow in Europe.
Further on, the hike goes towards Mont de Seura, 2025 m above sea level, where we take the chairlift down to Santa Christina (not included). Or you can challenge yourself by taking the Zipline down (not included)! Recommended – it's awesome!
The day ends with a delicious dinner in the hotel's restaurant (included).
After breakfast, we take a bus down to Ortisei, approx. a 15-minute ride, and a lift up to Seiser Alm at approx. 2005 m above sea level (lift not included). Here we start the hike with a full view over the entire high mountain plateau and Sassolungo.
Nice hiking trail on soft ground for large parts of the trip. We walk across meadows of flowers as if we are in the middle of the musical Sound of Music!
At Saltria we take the Florian chairlift up to Williams Hut where we enjoy the view and have lunch (lift and lunch not included).
Return to Santa Christina on a gravel road between green meadows and Sassolungo.
Well-deserved joint dinner in the hotel's restaurant (included).
A long and magical hike awaits us today!
We take the lift up to Dantercepies and walk down towards Jimmy Hut with a fantastic view of Passo Gardena and the Sella Ronda mass.
We walk between green meadows, pointed limestone formations of mountains, and look down towards Corvara in Alta Badia before we key in a 3 km long uphill climb - approx. 500 meters of elevation gain. Then we enjoy a packed lunch (not included) with a raw view of, among others, Tre Cime and the Cortina area.
After lunch we move past Lago Crespeina and Forcella Crespeina (2528 m above sea level), towards Forcella Cir.
Exciting 'wild-west landscape' between pointed mountains from there and down to Jimmy Hut (2222 m above sea level).
We hope to have time for an 'after-walk' at Jimmy Hut before we take the Dantercepies lift down to Selva (not included). A perfect ending to today's long hike.
Lovely joint dinner in the hotel's restaurant (included).
After three eventful mountain hikes in the Dolomites, it's time for a day with an optional program. All activities on this day are optional and are booked and paid for by the individual.
Perhaps some quiet hours in the hotel's spa department appeal to you? Here you can loosen up tired muscles in the pool or relax in the steam room. Treatments are booked at the reception.
If you want to spend the rest day outdoors, the area offers almost unlimited possibilities. Maybe this is the day you take the lift up to beautiful Seceda? The iconic mountain ridge has become one of the Dolomites' most photographed spots, and many make the trip here. If you walk a little further than the most famous viewpoint, you often get both quieter surroundings and views that are at least as spectacular. Tour guide Anne Grethe is happy to share her best tips if you want an extra mountain hike.
You can also rent a mountain bike and explore the many prepared MTB tracks in the area, book a paragliding trip and experience the Dolomites from the air, or try via ferrata with a local guide. Separate groups are offered both for beginners and for those who have tried via ferrata before. Anne Grethe will inform you about the options after arrival.
If you prefer a quieter experience, it is also fascinating to sit down with a cup of coffee and watch the paragliders float silently between the dramatic mountain peaks.
Joint dinner in the hotel's restaurant (included).
A short bus ride down to Ortisei and then we take the Raschötz/Resciesa funicular to the end station at 2281 m above sea level.
A nice and gentle start to the day to the Heilig Kreuz chapel, with a slightly steeper hill up to Heilig Kreuz with a view of Austria. We move along the edge, but not right on the edge of course. We walk a few kilometers along before we have lunch at the Brogles Hut below the Geisler Group (not included). Then we look straight at the Seceda chain - perhaps the most photographed area in Val Gardena.
Today we hope to meet marmots, because we are walking in a typical 'marmot landscape'. Perhaps we will also see 'wild horses' and donkeys in the area.
After lunch we walk down the Anna Valley to Ortisei. Those who wish can take the Seceda lift down to the town (not included). Once down, perhaps there will be an after-walk here or a bit of shopping?
Gathering around the dinner table for a local dinner (included).
Lift to Col Raiser at 2107 m above sea level (not incl.). The trip from there to the Stevia Hut is steep, magical, and tough, but so worth it!
We take it easy up the winding curves on a gravel trail to the top. In the last part of the steep pass we walk on trails with clear remains from World War I.
We take a well-deserved rest and catch our breath at the top, Forcella dla Piza (2489 m above sea level). The view from here is formidable! It is called "The Window to the Valley".
We walk for about 20 minutes from there, downhill all the way to the Stevia Hut. The hut is relatively small and scenically located. View down towards Langental. No lifts here.
Lunch stop (not incl.) and enjoyment time at the hut before we have a long descent ahead of us. Steep, but not dangerous.
Today it is a plus to bring hiking poles. NB! We cannot do this trip on a rainy day, but in that case, we will find good alternatives.
Farewell dinner in the hotel's restaurant (included).
Departure day where you have time for a late breakfast.
Transport from Val Gardena to the airport in Verona.
Lunch and dinner on your own (not included).
The program is preliminary, changes may occur. Expa Travel AS reserves the right to make changes in the event of currency fluctuations or typographical errors.
Anne Grethe is a tour leader with Expa Travel, with extensive experience in mountains, outdoor life, and leadership. She inspires participants towards activity and mastery – whether the trip goes to the Dolomites, Jotunheimen, or the Spanish mountains.
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