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Ready to lace up your boots and answer the call of the Dolomites? One lucky adventurer is about to experience the ultimate alpine escape — an unforgettable 8-day guided trek along the legendary Alta Via 1, high above the valleys of the Italian Dolomites. Dramatic limestone towers, ancient rifugi, and sweeping panoramas of the Veneto and South Tyrol await as you traverse one of the most breathtaking mountain landscapes on earth.
Top 10 international long-distance walks you can do in a week
Whether you’re exploring the rugged trails of the Pyrenees, the coastal beauty of the Camino dos Faros in Spain, the dramatic vistas of Zagori in Greece, or the scenic Karnischer Höhenweg along the Austrian-Italian border, countless international long-distance routes can be completed within a week. Here, we showcase the best trails, perfect for those who want to experience stunning scenery, rich history, and vibrant local traditions in just a few days.
What’s the Alta Via? Why are they numbered? Why are there two AV1 routes in Italy? I’m confused…
There are Alta Via trekking routes in two areas of the Italian Alps: the Dolomites and the Aosta Valley (Gran Paradiso/Mont Blanc). Read on to find out the difference between them.
Alta Via 1: a complete planning guide to trekking in the Dolomites
The Alta Via 1 is an 11-day, 115km high-level trekking route through the Dolomites of northeastern Italy, running from Lago di Braies in the north to La Pissa near Belluno in the south. Well waymarked and perfectly suited to first-time alpine trekkers, it is widely regarded as one of the most beautiful multi-day walks in the Alps. (Last updated: March 2026 · Guidebook edition: 5th edition, Jul 2025)
Alta Via 2 Dolomites: a complete planning guide
The Alta Via 2 is a 174km (108-mile) high-level trekking route through the Italian Dolomites, running from Bressanone in the north to Feltre in the south. Completed in 13 stages over approximately two weeks, it is a challenging and technically demanding route with exposed sections and aided stretches. The route is the natural progression for trekkers who have already completed the Alta Via 1 and a hugely rewarding destination for experienced alpine walkers tackling the Dolomites for the first time. (Last updated: March 2026 · Guidebook edition: 5th edition, first published 2022, reprinted 2025)