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High Adventure in the Dolomites

Italy: Via Ferrata Private Journey

EXPERIENCE THE THRILL of the "Via Ferrata", a truly unique adventure amidst the dramatic spires of Italy's stunning Dolomites. Buckle on a climbing harness, clip into a safety cable, and head for the heights with your experienced guide. No climbing experience is necessary, but this adventure is not for the faint of heart!

View a photo gallery of our adventurers in action along a Via Ferrata route.

Below is an Itinerary-in-Brief. To view a complete Detailed Itinerary, Download Full Itinerary or Email our Area Specialist

Itinerary-in-Brief

Day 1
Venice to Cortina

Overnight in charming Cortina, a mountain resort surrounded by the peaks of the Dolomites.

Day 2
Via Ferrata

Your private guide introduces you to the Via Ferrata ("Iron Way"), a system of steel ladders and fixed cables originally built during World War I to help alpine troops move through these beautiful mountains. Today the Via Ferrata system allows fit hikers to ascend safely to extraordinary alpine realms normally reserved for rock climbers.

Days 3-5
High Mountain Routes

Climb among soaring granite towers, sheer rock faces, and serene glacial lakes, choosing routes as challenging or moderate as you like, always with your guide. One overnight is in a spectacular mountain rifugio perched on a knife-edged ridge.

Days 6-7
Venice

Afternoon drive to Venice, depart on Day 7.

Tour Costs

$2995 per person (4-6 members)
$3695 per person (2-3 members)
Single Supplement: $300

*Prices good through 2007

When to Go

July through mid-September

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