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Walking Holidays in the Dolomites

The most beautiful mountains in the world?

A unique and flexible holiday formula in the crown jewels of the alps

With their explosive shapes and unique colours, the Dolomites are among the most spectacular mountains in the world. Without question, they are the crown jewels of the alpine range. At every turn you are stopped in your tracks by their sheer magnificence. A walking holiday amidst such natural splendour will be unforgettable.

We are certain you will share our appreciation of this breathtaking corner of alpine Europe. It is simultaneously charming and majestic, a paradise for alpine walking holidays, flower enthusiasts, artists, photographers, ‘Via Ferrataists’ and climbers or anyone seeking out the wonder and tranquillity of an idyllic alpine retreat.

The unspoilt Tyrolean villages bewitch you on a human scale with wooden chalets in a landscape of wildflower strewn pastures, while the monumental mountains are a sensational backdrop for walking in the Dolomites, towering above you; castles of rock, which soar to the sky as if frozen in mid explosion.

The Dolomites lie in Italy's northernmost region, the Trentino/South Tyrol, which borders Austria and Switzerland to the north. To the south are the alluring historical cities of Venice and Verona.

Millions of years ago, however, they were under the sea. Geologists believe they were heaved up by great movements in the earth's crust fifty million years ago when Europe and Africa collided. Since then the actions of ice and water have carved them into the overwhelming sculptural forms we see today.

More recently history has shaped the area. After the First World War, the area passed from Austria to Italy. Mussolini’s attempts to italianise the region were drastic but not entirely successful. The area now thrives on the harmonious co-existence of the Austrian and Italian cultures in a region where Latin meets Germanic.

Add to these cultures, the influence of a modern mountain-dwelling community with an enlightened, yet conservative approach to tourism and the result is a unique atmosphere of character and charm in a place, where there is lots to see and do. It all makes for the most idyllic and unforgettable walking holidays in the Alps.

A Collett's Holiday

Collett's is based in the majestic Alta Badia in the central Dolomites, where we have four delightful hosted chalets, an exquisite hotel and several self catering apartments in two enchanting alpine villages.

Corvara and Pedraces Badia are superb springboards for an area of outstanding opportunity for high, medium and low level walkers, flower lovers and other alpine enthusiasts. Set against magical mountain backdrops, they are a mix of traditional charming village and modern mountain resort.

We combine a unique and flexible approach to holidays so that you can enjoy the natural splendour of the Dolomites whilst partaking in walks and other activities of your choice. Your stay here will surely be enhanced by our own walkers, Via Ferrata specialists, wildflower enthusiasts and watercolour tutors. Five days a week (not Wednesday or Saturday), they organise wonderful days out at no extra cost and you can join these as much or as little as you like. Simply drop into Office Hour each early evening and arrange to take part in whatever takes your fancy.

In a nutshell...
A Collett's Mountain Holiday in the Italian Dolomites

• Organised Walks

  Five days a week, free of charge and totally optional.
  Our organisers offer 2 different organised walks, one more demanding than the other, both spectacular & unforgettable.

  Click here for more information on our Organised Walks.

• Organised Flower Walks, Via Ferrata & Painting

  Five days a week, free of charge and totally optional.
  Our Flower Experts organise a wildflower walk (June & July only).
  Our Climbers offer 2 Via Ferrata, one more demanding than the other. Our Artists offer a short walk and some casual watercolour tuition.Via Ferrata ~ Wildflower Walks ~ Painting

• Self guiding and walking independently

  Be as independent as you wish with superb access to Ideas & Information on Walks, Flora, Via Ferrata, Sport Climbing, Places of Interest, Scenic Drives & Bike Routes

  Click here for more on Self guiding & walking independently.

• Arrive Any Day, Depart Any Day

  Stay as long as you wish. Arrive and Depart on whatever days suit you. Travel independently - Fly drive, self drive or rail-drive. Daily transfers to and from Venice & Treviso

  Click here for more information about arriving and departing any day.

• Delightful Accommodation - Hosted Chalets
  Self Catering & 2 Exquisite Hotels

  Halfboard, Full Board or B&B in one of our delightful hosted chalets. We also have self catering apartments sleeping 2-8 people. Or stay in the lovely Hotel Melodia in Pedraces Badia or the exquisite Hotel Panorama in Corvara.

  Click here for our Hosted Chalets, Self catering and Exquisite Hotels

• Guided Activities & Interests

  All our guests have the option to join guided excursions on the Marmolada glacier, sport climbing at a local crag, mountain biking amidst stunning alpine scenery, First World War Walks with a local historian and other alpine activities, such as Tandem Paragliding, Horse Riding, Canyoning, High Ropes etc..

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Collett's is a regulated, independent holiday specialist committed to the highest levels of personal care and attention to detail. Abroad, we respect the people, character and local customs of our featured destinations. We are a member of the Association of Independent Tour Operators abiding to its Quality Charter and encouraging high standards of quality and service. Finally, Collett's is bonded through ABTA and guarantees the protection of all holiday payments. Collett's Ltd. is registered in England No. 3467538 @ Rae House, Dane Street, Bishop's Stortford, Herts, CM23 3BT Directors: T.J.E Collett & P.Melia.