Dolomites Holidays
Dolomites holiday ideas
A few suggestions to get the holiday planning process started
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Venice and the Dolomites - City Sights & Mountain Hikes
Soak up Italy’s contrasts on an eight-day journey from Venice’s canals to the stunning mountain landscapes of the Dolomites
8 days, from £3400 to £4700
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Hiking, Biking and Mountain Climbing - A Family Trip to The Italian Lakes and Dolomites
Enjoy nine days of epic family fun from glistening Lake Como to the stunning Dolomites
9 days, from £3800 to £6100
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Italian Lakes, Slovenian Scenery & Croatian Coast - A European Family Road Trip
Buckle up for 16 days of family fun on this epic road trip between Italy, Slovenia and Croatia
16 days, from £4000 to £5200
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Adventure in the Dolomites - Hiking Trails and Hearty Cuisine
Discover the Dolomites through eight days of scenic drives, natural wonders and vibrant culture
8 days, from £4050 to £5800
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An Italian Mountain, City & Beach Break - Summer in the Dolomites, Venice and Puglia
Spend 11 days exploring the best of Italy’s varied landscapes: the Dolomites, Venice and Puglia
11 days, from £4400 to £7050
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Mountain Hikes & Alpine Hotels - Bootiquing in the Dolomites
Embark on a five-day Dolomites escape, where breathtaking scenery meets the rhythm of mountain life
5 days, from £4600 to £5950
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Lovely Lakes, Majestic Mountains and Sparkling Seas - A Luxury Mediterranean Sabbatical
Embark on an 11-week sabbatical across Europe’s gems, from Alpine peaks and turquoise lakes to historic towns and sun-kissed coasts
77 days, from £34100 to £54500
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Who are Dolomites holidays best for?
Anyone with a love of beautiful landscapes, impeccable Italian food and picturesque towns will get something out of Dolomites holidays. For families, the two-hour flight time to Italy combined with excellent child-friendly accommodation, gentle outdoorsy activities and numerous abbeys, museums and fortresses to explore, make it a gem of a destination. There’s romance in spades for honeymooners and loved-up couples who can enjoy candlelit dinners in mountainside restaurants, spa days in five-star surroundings and sunset cruises with snow-capped peaks for company. As for a sporty stay, Dolomites holidays are up there with the best of them. Picture paragliding over huge green mountains, climbing on the region's historic via ferrata for high-altitude thrills and bike rides across undulating valleys for incredible views of untouched nature.
What are the best ways to discover the Dolomites?
Dolomites holidays are an exhilarating extension to a stay in the Italian Lakes. After getting your fill of historic charm in bustling touristy towns like Bellagio in Lake Como, opt for solitude and relaxation among the UNESCO-listed mountains of the Dolomites. Surrounded by nature and smaller crowds than other Italian hotspots, a mountain spa retreat is the ideal place for a slice of zen. Practice yoga at dawn as the sun rises over mighty peaks and disappear from the modern world on a half-day guided hike among the mountain greenery. Then come back down to earth with tours of local wineries and a visit to a handful of nearby towns for shopping and dinner in cosy restaurants.
Special things to do in the Dolomites
Get your pulse racing on the via ferrata
The Dolomites’ via ferrata routes are steel climbing aides that were fixed to rock faces during the First World War. Attached with a harness, they enable all levels of climber (there are beginner, intermediate and advanced routes) to experience the breathtaking heights and sheer magnitude of Italy’s most dramatic mountain range.
Eat a Tyrolean feast in a mountainside hut
After half a day hiking in the beautiful green Col de Locia valley, stop for lunch at a typical South Tyrolean hut. Big appetites are welcome here and tired hikers can refuel with a hearty spread of stew, potato and bread dumplings and cured meats and cheeses.