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 get acclimatized. Most days we start by taking the mountain lift up the first approx. 1000 meters of altitude. We do the same in the afternoons when we go back down.
On one of the days, you can choose if you want to join an exciting and unforgettable Via Ferrata. We start at the Sella pass where the Via Ferrata Sassolungo Forecella begins. Quite simply a magical experience. If there are many of us who want to climb, we will split into two groups; one slightly easier for beginners and one slightly tougher for those who may have climbed before.
You sign up for the excursion when registering for the trip. There will be an additional cost of NOK 2050.
Every day there will be some free time in the afternoons / evenings, which 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 or at a rifugio/mountain hut.
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".
Travelling alone does not mean you have to be alone. On our trips you meet like-minded people who share the joy of active travel. The atmosphere is informal and inclusive, and it is easy to connect with new hiking friends. Our trips are just as suitable for those who go solo as for those travelling with others. So sign up – you will be part of the group from the very beginning!
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 get acclimatized. Most days we start by taking the mountain lift up the first approx. 1000 meters of altitude. We do the same in the afternoons when we go back down.
On one of the days, you can choose if you want to join an exciting and unforgettable Via Ferrata. We start at the Sella pass where the Via Ferrata Sassolungo Forecella begins. Quite simply a magical experience. If there are many of us who want to climb, we will split into two groups; one slightly easier for beginners and one slightly tougher for those who may have climbed before.
You sign up for the excursion when registering for the trip. There will be an additional cost of NOK 2050.
Every day there will be some free time in the afternoons / evenings, which 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 or at a rifugio/mountain hut.
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".
Travelling alone does not mean you have to be alone. On our trips you meet like-minded people who share the joy of active travel. The atmosphere is informal and inclusive, and it is easy to connect with new hiking friends. Our trips are just as suitable for those who go solo as for those travelling with others. So sign up – you will be part of the group from the very beginning!
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 are 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 snack (not included).
Expect 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 fantastic views of Sella Ronda and Marmolada!
We take the well-known and fun telephone box lifts up to Rifugio Toni Demetz 2690 m above sea level.
The actual hike starts with a descent on gravel to one of the tour leader's favorite huts: Langkofelhytte/ Rifugio Vicenza, 2253 m above sea level. The hut is situated on a shelf of sorts between Langkofel and Plattkofel. We just have to stop here to enjoy it!
We take time for a bite to eat and something to drink. 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.
The hike continues 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)! Highly recommended – it's awesome!
The day ends with a wonderful dinner at the hotel's restaurant (included).
After breakfast, we take the bus down to Ortisei, approx. a 15-minute ride, and the lift up to Seiser Alm at approx. 2005 m above sea level (lift not included). We start our hike here with views of the entire high mountain plateau and Sassolungo.
A nice hiking trail on soft ground for large parts of the trip. We walk across wildflower meadows as if we are right in the middle of the musical The Sound of Music!
At Saltria, we take the Florian chairlift up to Williamshütte where we enjoy the views and have lunch (lift and lunch not included).
Return to Santa Christina on a gravel path between green meadows and Sassolungo.
Well-deserved joint dinner at the hotel's restaurant (included).
A long and magical hike awaits us today!
We walk through a 6 km long valley (hence the name Langental) before the ascent to Puezhütte starts. This hut is located at 2475 m above sea level. Upon arrival at Puezhütte, we have completed 10 km. We take a lunch break here (not included) before moving on towards Forcella di Ciampei (2672 m) and Forcella Crespeina (2528 m).
Exciting 'wild-west scenery' between sharp limestone formations from there and down to Jimmyhütte (2222 m).
We plan on having time for an 'after-walk' drink at Jimmyhütte before taking the Dantecerpies lift down to Selva.
A perfect ending to today's long hike.
Lovely joint dinner at the hotel's restaurant (included).
Rest day. Perhaps you would like to use the hotel's SPA department (not included, treatments must be booked at the reception)? Loosen up your muscles in the pool or in the steam bath?
The area around the hotel offers many possibilities if you desire activities such as climbing, cycling, hiking.
Tour leader AG has plenty of suggestions.
Via ferrata can be booked for an additional cost for those who wish. We then book a local guide who takes us on an incredibly wild, beautiful, and indescribable adventure! You won't regret this. We can book one guide for those who have never climbed before and one for those who have tried this before. Anne Grethe will provide more information about this after arrival.
Joint dinner at the hotel's restaurant (included).
We walk from the hotel up to the lift that takes us to Col Raiser at 2107 m above sea level. Today we hope to see up to several marmots, as we are entering a typical 'marmot terrain'.
After Regensburgerhütte (2307 m above sea level), we move onto a partially narrow gravel path through the valley towards the Geisler Group. We follow the Geisler Group on the lower side, and have lunch at one of the many huts on the way to Seceda – perhaps one of the most photographed places in the Dolomites. Lunch not included.
Green meadows on one side and steep, sharp formations on the other.
At the Seceda station (2456 m above sea level), we take time to hike up to the Seceda peak (2518 m above sea level) and just enjoy the view!!!
Lift down to Ortisei (not included) – and perhaps an after-walk drink here or some shopping?
Gathering around the dinner table for a local dinner (included).
Lift to Col Raiser at 2107 m above sea level (not incl.). The hike from there to Steviahütte is steep, magical, and tough, but so worth it!
We take it easy up the snaking turns on a gravel-paved trail to the summit. In the last part of the steep pass, we walk on paths 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, down a gentle slope all the way to Steviahütte. The hut is relatively small and scenically situated. View down towards Langental. No lifts here.
Lunch stop (not incl.) and enjoyment time at the hut before we have a fair amount of descent ahead of us. Steep, but not dangerous.
Today, having hiking poles is a plus. Note! We cannot do this hike on a rainy day, but in that case, we will find good alternatives.
Farewell dinner at the hotel's restaurant (included).
Departure day where you have time for a late breakfast.
Transfer 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 adjustments in the event of currency fluctuations or typographical errors.
You fly from Oslo to Verona with Norwegian (flight tickets are 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 snack (not included).
Expect 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 fantastic views of Sella Ronda and Marmolada!
We take the well-known and fun telephone box lifts up to Rifugio Toni Demetz 2690 m above sea level.
The actual hike starts with a descent on gravel to one of the tour leader's favorite huts: Langkofelhytte/ Rifugio Vicenza, 2253 m above sea level. The hut is situated on a shelf of sorts between Langkofel and Plattkofel. We just have to stop here to enjoy it!
We take time for a bite to eat and something to drink. 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.
The hike continues 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)! Highly recommended – it's awesome!
The day ends with a wonderful dinner at the hotel's restaurant (included).
After breakfast, we take the bus down to Ortisei, approx. a 15-minute ride, and the lift up to Seiser Alm at approx. 2005 m above sea level (lift not included). We start our hike here with views of the entire high mountain plateau and Sassolungo.
A nice hiking trail on soft ground for large parts of the trip. We walk across wildflower meadows as if we are right in the middle of the musical The Sound of Music!
At Saltria, we take the Florian chairlift up to Williamshütte where we enjoy the views and have lunch (lift and lunch not included).
Return to Santa Christina on a gravel path between green meadows and Sassolungo.
Well-deserved joint dinner at the hotel's restaurant (included).
A long and magical hike awaits us today!
We walk through a 6 km long valley (hence the name Langental) before the ascent to Puezhütte starts. This hut is located at 2475 m above sea level. Upon arrival at Puezhütte, we have completed 10 km. We take a lunch break here (not included) before moving on towards Forcella di Ciampei (2672 m) and Forcella Crespeina (2528 m).
Exciting 'wild-west scenery' between sharp limestone formations from there and down to Jimmyhütte (2222 m).
We plan on having time for an 'after-walk' drink at Jimmyhütte before taking the Dantecerpies lift down to Selva.
A perfect ending to today's long hike.
Lovely joint dinner at the hotel's restaurant (included).
Rest day. Perhaps you would like to use the hotel's SPA department (not included, treatments must be booked at the reception)? Loosen up your muscles in the pool or in the steam bath?
The area around the hotel offers many possibilities if you desire activities such as climbing, cycling, hiking.
Tour leader AG has plenty of suggestions.
Via ferrata can be booked for an additional cost for those who wish. We then book a local guide who takes us on an incredibly wild, beautiful, and indescribable adventure! You won't regret this. We can book one guide for those who have never climbed before and one for those who have tried this before. Anne Grethe will provide more information about this after arrival.
Joint dinner at the hotel's restaurant (included).
We walk from the hotel up to the lift that takes us to Col Raiser at 2107 m above sea level. Today we hope to see up to several marmots, as we are entering a typical 'marmot terrain'.
After Regensburgerhütte (2307 m above sea level), we move onto a partially narrow gravel path through the valley towards the Geisler Group. We follow the Geisler Group on the lower side, and have lunch at one of the many huts on the way to Seceda – perhaps one of the most photographed places in the Dolomites. Lunch not included.
Green meadows on one side and steep, sharp formations on the other.
At the Seceda station (2456 m above sea level), we take time to hike up to the Seceda peak (2518 m above sea level) and just enjoy the view!!!
Lift down to Ortisei (not included) – and perhaps an after-walk drink here or some shopping?
Gathering around the dinner table for a local dinner (included).
Lift to Col Raiser at 2107 m above sea level (not incl.). The hike from there to Steviahütte is steep, magical, and tough, but so worth it!
We take it easy up the snaking turns on a gravel-paved trail to the summit. In the last part of the steep pass, we walk on paths 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, down a gentle slope all the way to Steviahütte. The hut is relatively small and scenically situated. View down towards Langental. No lifts here.
Lunch stop (not incl.) and enjoyment time at the hut before we have a fair amount of descent ahead of us. Steep, but not dangerous.
Today, having hiking poles is a plus. Note! We cannot do this hike on a rainy day, but in that case, we will find good alternatives.
Farewell dinner at the hotel's restaurant (included).
Departure day where you have time for a late breakfast.
Transfer 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 adjustments in the event of currency fluctuations or typographical errors.
You fly from Oslo to Verona with Norwegian (flight tickets are 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 snack (not included).
Expect 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 fantastic views of Sella Ronda and Marmolada!
We take the well-known and fun telephone box lifts up to Rifugio Toni Demetz 2690 m above sea level.
The actual hike starts with a descent on gravel to one of the tour leader's favorite huts: Langkofelhytte/ Rifugio Vicenza, 2253 m above sea level. The hut is situated on a shelf of sorts between Langkofel and Plattkofel. We just have to stop here to enjoy it!
We take time for a bite to eat and something to drink. 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.
The hike continues 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)! Highly recommended – it's awesome!
The day ends with a wonderful dinner at the hotel's restaurant (included).
After breakfast, we take the bus down to Ortisei, approx. a 15-minute ride, and the lift up to Seiser Alm at approx. 2005 m above sea level (lift not included). We start our hike here with views of the entire high mountain plateau and Sassolungo.
A nice hiking trail on soft ground for large parts of the trip. We walk across wildflower meadows as if we are right in the middle of the musical The Sound of Music!
At Saltria, we take the Florian chairlift up to Williamshütte where we enjoy the views and have lunch (lift and lunch not included).
Return to Santa Christina on a gravel path between green meadows and Sassolungo.
Well-deserved joint dinner at the hotel's restaurant (included).
A long and magical hike awaits us today!
We walk through a 6 km long valley (hence the name Langental) before the ascent to Puezhütte starts. This hut is located at 2475 m above sea level. Upon arrival at Puezhütte, we have completed 10 km. We take a lunch break here (not included) before moving on towards Forcella di Ciampei (2672 m) and Forcella Crespeina (2528 m).
Exciting 'wild-west scenery' between sharp limestone formations from there and down to Jimmyhütte (2222 m).
We plan on having time for an 'after-walk' drink at Jimmyhütte before taking the Dantecerpies lift down to Selva.
A perfect ending to today's long hike.
Lovely joint dinner at the hotel's restaurant (included).
Rest day. Perhaps you would like to use the hotel's SPA department (not included, treatments must be booked at the reception)? Loosen up your muscles in the pool or in the steam bath?
The area around the hotel offers many possibilities if you desire activities such as climbing, cycling, hiking.
Tour leader AG has plenty of suggestions.
Via ferrata can be booked for an additional cost for those who wish. We then book a local guide who takes us on an incredibly wild, beautiful, and indescribable adventure! You won't regret this. We can book one guide for those who have never climbed before and one for those who have tried this before. Anne Grethe will provide more information about this after arrival.
Joint dinner at the hotel's restaurant (included).
We walk from the hotel up to the lift that takes us to Col Raiser at 2107 m above sea level. Today we hope to see up to several marmots, as we are entering a typical 'marmot terrain'.
After Regensburgerhütte (2307 m above sea level), we move onto a partially narrow gravel path through the valley towards the Geisler Group. We follow the Geisler Group on the lower side, and have lunch at one of the many huts on the way to Seceda – perhaps one of the most photographed places in the Dolomites. Lunch not included.
Green meadows on one side and steep, sharp formations on the other.
At the Seceda station (2456 m above sea level), we take time to hike up to the Seceda peak (2518 m above sea level) and just enjoy the view!!!
Lift down to Ortisei (not included) – and perhaps an after-walk drink here or some shopping?
Gathering around the dinner table for a local dinner (included).
Lift to Col Raiser at 2107 m above sea level (not incl.). The hike from there to Steviahütte is steep, magical, and tough, but so worth it!
We take it easy up the snaking turns on a gravel-paved trail to the summit. In the last part of the steep pass, we walk on paths 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, down a gentle slope all the way to Steviahütte. The hut is relatively small and scenically situated. View down towards Langental. No lifts here.
Lunch stop (not incl.) and enjoyment time at the hut before we have a fair amount of descent ahead of us. Steep, but not dangerous.
Today, having hiking poles is a plus. Note! We cannot do this hike on a rainy day, but in that case, we will find good alternatives.
Farewell dinner at the hotel's restaurant (included).
Departure day where you have time for a late breakfast.
Transfer 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 adjustments 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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This is only a recommendation – feel free to borrow gear from friends or use what you already have. Look at the list as a starting point, and adapt it to your needs and what you feel you will need on the trip.
This is only a recommendation – feel free to borrow gear from friends or use what you already have. Look at the list as a starting point, and adapt it to your needs and what you feel you will need on the trip.
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