Walk along pleasant forest and gravel paths with incredible views
Visit the idyllic villages of Kastelruth, Compatsch, and Saltria
Cross the dreamy Seiser Alm plateau
Delight in the striking mountain scenery of steep grey mountains overlooking the green meadows
The picture-perfect Seiser Alm plateau
Cow grazing on the Kastelruth mountain pastures
Alpe di Siusi is one of the most breathtaking locations in the Dolomites
Lush meadows and forests
The village of Compatsch
Wooden lodges
Stunning views
You will have your first day free to explore the area of Kastelruth as you wish, depending on when you arrive and how much time you will have.
The walking holidays will begin at a slow pace as you strike on a path in Kastelruth, heading towards the picturesque Tagusens village. The track takes you through a forest and past various adorable homesteads. You will return by a different route, following the Brembach torrent.
10.5 km (4 hours of walking time)
Today will be the first day you will experience the charm of inn-to-inn hiking in the Dolomites as you let us take care of your luggage while you head for Compatsch. You will ascend the Marinzen mountain pastures and cross the enchanting Seiser Alm plateau, one of the most scenic places in the Dolomites with its green meadows, wooden lodges, and jagged peaks looming above.
11 km (5.5 hours of walking time)
While in Compatsch, you will go on a circular hike across the lush mountain pastures around the Piz Ridl mountain peak. You will pass many chairlifts as you return to Compatsch via Mont’Seuc.
11 km (4 hours of walking time)
Today, you will not have to ascend or descend much. Initially, you will follow the path towards the Roßzahne ridge, passing lakes and mountain huts along the way. Soon after passing Rifugio Molignon, you will turn to Saltria and gradually descend until you reach the village.
13 km (5 hours of walking time)
The last day of your walking adventures will include a gradual ascent towards the Murmeltier hut, where you can sit down and enjoy some local delicacies for lunch. You will return to Saltria by a different route through a forest.
14.5 km (6 hours of walking time)
We only cherish experiences because they eventually come to an end. And it will not be any different with this one. But you are free to explore Saltria before you have to leave.
Tour design and organization
24/7 service and support during your holidays
GPS navigation with an easy-to-use app
6-night accommodation with breakfast
7-day Dolomiti Mobilcard for green and sustainable public transport
Less demanding than the other walking tours in the Dolomites, these holidays extensively explore the verdant green alpine meadows and picturesque villages of the Alpe di Siusi region. Moving to a new location every few days, you can try the experience of inn-to-inn hiking in the Dolomites.
The Alpe di Siusi plateau often gets unjustly overlooked when people visit the Dolomites. Everyone who has been there, though, would return without thinking twice. Be it the lush pastures of the Seiser Alm plateau, the authentic wooden chalets, or the local food, everything works perfectly together to compose a harmonious atmosphere that makes your lips curl up in a smile without any other specific reason.
Although each day includes a new hike, they are relatively undemanding and do not include much elevation gain, making these holidays appropriate for everyone. Mainly walking across the plateau of green meadows dotted with shepherd’s cottages and forests, the stunning views seldom leave your sight.
We will ensure that your accommodations in Kastelruth, Compatsch, and Saltria are booked and ready for you upon arrival. And the GPS tracks and booklet with a day-by-day itinerary we send to you will help you navigate the local trails.
The sooner you send us an inquiry, the sooner we can begin booking your holidays and guarantee you a spot at the local inns and other accommodations.
Although hiking in light rain is manageable as long as proper attire is worn, it is crucial to note that hiking during a storm can be extremely dangerous. It is recommended to schedule hikes early in the day during the summer months to avoid thunderstorms. However, if the forecast predicts severe weather, it is best to reschedule, or we can advise you on a different tour option.
It depends on the tour, as some routes run well above 2000 or even 2500 meters of elevation. Therefore, they are impassable in snowy conditions, limiting the visiting season to the summer and early autumn days between late June and early October.
However, some of our holidays keep to lower elevations, so hiking in early spring or late autumn is still possible. You can read more extensively about it on our subpage about the Dolomites.
All the accommodations offer vegetarian and vegan options for breakfast. You also will not have any trouble finding such menus at restaurants. When you eat at mountain huts, though, they might not serve vegan meals. In such cases, it is best to bring your own food.
Our hiking holidays are suitable for children as long as they are prepared physically and sure-footed. To ensure the safety and enjoyment of young participants, we recommend that they be at least eight years old to join the tours.
While our tours are designed to suit a wide range of people, some days can include long distances with substantial elevation gain. We try to keep this to a minimum while preserving the overall quality of your experience, but you should be used to walking for 4-6 hours while overcoming around 600 meters of elevation.
We also try to route our walks in the vicinity of cable cars and chairlifts to shorten your climbs or help you descend in case of fatigue.
Shoes are an essential piece of equipment when walking in the Dolomites. We suggest you wear sturdy hiking shoes with ankle support for all our tours, as the ground in the Dolomites is uneven, sometimes rocky, and slippery. Therefore, you risk a severe injury if you wear sneakers, especially if you are not used to hiking on such terrain.
The car might offer you slightly more flexibility and freedom, but it is not necessary to come by car, as public transport is well-organized in the Dolomites and the entire Alps. Even traveling across different countries is very convenient. Be it by bus or train — you can reach virtually any destination in the Dolomites using public transport.
Additionally, you will promote sustainable tourism by reducing your carbon footprint, and we are all for keeping the environment of the Dolomites as untouched as possible.
Keep in mind that the Dolomites are one of the most popular tourist destinations all year round, and all accommodations are subject to availability. Therefore, early booking is crucial to ensure the housing you desire, but we will always do our best to get you the optimal lodging based on your preferences.
Yes. The sooner you book, the better your options will be. If you book just before the season starts or during the season, we cannot guarantee you a spot in the hotels and apartments.
Some stages can be shortened by descending to the valley sooner than intended. At some locations, you can even do so by taking a chairlift or a cable car. However, we try to keep our tours as undemanding as possible, so you will not encounter such issues.
The Dolomites’ area is well-connected to the outside world, making it easy to access by public transport. You can do so by flying to one of the nearest airports in Venice, Treviso, or Innsbruck, and then taking a train or bus to reach the final destination. We wrote about it extensively on our How to get to the Dolomites subpage.
Given how well-organized our tours are and how accessible and easy-to-orient the Dolomites are, you most likely will not need a guide. Our handout will equip you with all the essential information while you will still enjoy the freedom of a self-guided holiday.
But if you feel more comfortable with a guide, you can let us know, and we will make the necessary arrangements.
