Dolomites private tours

Without a doubt. The Dolomites are a UNESCO World Heritage Site and one of the most spectacular mountain ranges in the world, famous for their pale limestone peaks that glow pink at sunset, a phenomenon known as enrosadira.

In summer, they offer some of Europe’s best hiking, with lifts that take you high into the mountains and cosy mountain huts serving hearty food. In winter, they become a world-class ski destination, and all year round you can discover the unique Ladin culture of the valleys.

The Dolomites offer adventure and relaxation in equal measure, from easy panoramic walks to legendary mountain routes. These are the experiences we most often include in our clients’ journeys:

Alpe di Siusi. Walk across Europe’s largest high-altitude meadow, with gentle paths, wildflowers in early summer and views of the Sassolungo.

Seceda. Take the cable car from Ortisei in Val Gardena to this dramatic ridge, one of the most iconic viewpoints in the Alps.

Tre Cime di Lavaredo. Hike the famous loop around the three towering peaks, the symbol of the Dolomites.

The great passes. Drive or cycle the Sella, Pordoi and Gardena passes, and ride the cable car up Sass Pordoi for a lunar landscape at almost 3,000 metres.

Lago di Braies and Lago di Carezza. Visit two of the most beautiful mountain lakes in the Alps, famous for their emerald and turquoise colours.

Val di Funes. Photograph the little church of Santa Maddalena against the jagged peaks of the Odle.

Cortina d’Ampezzo. Enjoy the elegance of the “Queen of the Dolomites” and the open-air First World War museums of the Lagazuoi and Cinque Torri.

Lunch at a mountain hut. Savour canederli, speck and apple strudel at a rifugio with spectacular views.

Via ferrata with a guide. For the adventurous, climb historic protected routes with a certified mountain guide.

E-bike excursions. Cover more ground with less effort on guided e-bike rides through valleys and alpine meadows.

Winter. Ski the Sella Ronda, one of the most famous ski circuits in the world, or enjoy snowshoe walks and spa hotels.

Each valley has its own character. Val Gardena (Ortisei) is lively and convenient, with easy access to the Alpe di Siusi and Seceda. Alta Badia (Corvara, La Villa) is known for refined hotels and excellent restaurants. Val di Fassa (Canazei, Campitello) is ideal for walkers, close to the Sella group and the Sassolungo.

Cortina d’Ampezzo is the most glamorous, with elegant shops and the Tre Cime di Lavaredo nearby. We often combine two valleys in one trip, so you experience different landscapes without long daily transfers.

We recommend at least five days to enjoy two valleys and several hikes at a comfortable pace. With seven to nine days, you can explore three areas, such as the Alpe di Siusi, Val di Fassa and Cortina, and add a day of rest or an e-bike excursion.

For hiking, the season runs from mid-June to late September, when lifts and mountain huts are open. July and August are the busiest months, while September often brings stable weather, golden light and quieter trails.

The ski season usually runs from early December to early April. In May, late October and November, many lifts and huts close, so we plan carefully if you travel in those periods.

Read our season-by-season guide to the best time to visit the Dolomites.

Not at all. Cable cars and chairlifts take you high into the mountains, where easy panoramic walks are accessible to almost everyone, such as the gentle paths of the Alpe di Siusi.

For more adventurous travellers, we arrange private mountain guides for longer hikes and via ferrata routes. E-bikes are another wonderful way to cover more ground with less effort.

The valleys are connected by mountain passes, and while buses and lifts are available, timetables and connections can be limited. Driving the passes yourself is possible, but many travellers prefer to relax and enjoy the views.

We arrange private drivers for transfers and day trips, so you can reach trailheads, huts and villages without worrying about parking or mountain roads.

The classic loop around the Tre Cime is about 10 kilometres and takes three to four hours, with mostly gentle gradients and unforgettable views. It usually starts from the Rifugio Auronzo, reached by a toll road from Misurina.

In peak season, access to the area can be busy and subject to restrictions, so we plan the timing and transfers in advance and can arrange a private guide for the walk.

Yes. The Dolomiti Superski area is one of the largest ski networks in the world, including the famous Sella Ronda circuit around the Sella massif.

Non-skiers can enjoy snowshoe walks, sleigh rides, spa hotels, mountain-hut lunches with spectacular views and, in December, the Christmas markets of Bolzano and Bressanone.

Yes. Every Dolomites journey we design is private and tailor-made. We do not sell fixed packages or join you to large groups: your itinerary is built from scratch around your dates, interests and pace.

In the Dolomites, that means private certified mountain guides matched to your fitness, private drivers between valleys and trailheads, and hikes planned around the weather and your pace.

Your journey includes hand-picked hotels, private transfers and 24/7 assistance in the Italian time zone throughout your trip. If you would like a shared experience, such as a small-group masterclass, we will always tell you in advance.

To start, tell us about your trip for a free, no-obligation proposal, or book a free 30-minute call with our team.