The best time to go walking in the Dolomites is between June to late September. In June and July you can experience alpine flowers at their finest while in bloom. September is then often an ideal month with cooler temperatures and a more relaxed atmosphere. Availability in August can be limited as this is the main holiday period for European countries, when both the trails and towns will be busier. Take a look at our blog for more information on walking in the Dolimites by month.

Absolutely not! Our centre-based holidays offer walks of all grades to suit all abilities. from absolute beginners who can enjoy the easier tracks and trails, to more experienced or seasoned walkers who can tackle more challenging high‑mountain routes – our Walk Packs have something for everybody. Terrain will vary from route to route but again there is a mixture of woodland trails, gravel tracks, rocky mountain paths, and scree paths. Our on-the-ground Walks Team are always available throughout your holiday to help you find the right walks for your skill and fitness level.

You can read more about walking for beginners in the Dolomites or about the more challenging hikes on our blog, Mountain Views.

Corvara, nestled high in the Alta Badia, is the perfect base for a walking holiday in the Italian Dolomites. This is exactly why Collett’s has been running walking holidays here since 1997! With unrivalled access to walks of all grades, excellent bus services and plenty of chairlifts and cable cars to help you on your way this is the perfect base for a walking holiday. Take a look at our Italian Dolomites destination guide to find out why.

Whilst a hire car will give you compete flexibility (especially on your arrival and departure days) there really is no need to hire a car because all our featured walks can be easily accessed using the free and regular local public bus services. Our reliable airport transfers also make your travel between Venice Marco Polo and Corvara quick and easy – just sit back and enjoy the views!

Cable car costs in the Dolimites depend on which walks you choose to do during your holiday. If it looks like you will use multiple lifts during the week, we highly recommend purchasing a ‘points pass’. These cost €100 for 1000 points. There are also other passes such as the 3 out of 4 or 5 out of 7 cards which cost between €140-180. Up to date information can be found on the Dolomiti Super Summer website.

It is very flexible! You can arrive and depart any day you choose, and stay for as long as you wish. Our on-the-ground Walks Team are then on hand throughout your stay to help you to choose the right walks for your experience and fitness level. You have free reign over the walks you choose – it might be an easy and idyllic one day, but more challenging route the next. You are also naturally free to do nothing, and just enjoy your hotel and its wonderful surroundings. This uniquely flexible formula gives you total freedom to explore the mountains at your own pace and within your comfort zone.