Dolomites Winter Activity Week In Italy

Essential Information

Trip Profile

No previous experience necessary but a reasonable level of fitness is required.

Price Includes

Return flights from Gatwick to Innsbruck with Thomsonfly, airport transfers (for group flights only)
7 nights at Hotel Adler
7 breakfasts and 6 dinners
Classic cross-country ski instruction, including ski rental
Skating cross-country ski instruction, including ski rental
One and a half days guided snowshoeing, including snowshoe hire
Trip to Cortina
Toboggan ride
Snowmobile excursion
Tour leader throughout

Optional Activities:
Downhill skiing at Versciaco or Cortina d'Ampezzo
Horse and sleigh ride in Cortina or Sesto
Day trip to see remains of Oetzi, the famous 'iceman', in Bolzano

Accommodation

Hotel Adler ****

Located on the village square, this quality hotel is one of the most comfortable that we feature. The cosy bar is often busy with locals, while the quiet lounge is warmed by a log fire. The hotel\'s other facilities include an indoor pool, sauna, solarium and small fitness centre. The well-known restaurant, run by head chef Helene Markart, appears in the Michelin Guide among others; the menu features a mixture of local and international cuisine. All bedrooms are spacious and have en suite facilities, minibar and TV.

Food

All breakfasts and 6 dinners included.

Reality Check

No previous experience required but a reasonable level of fitness is required.

Snowshoeing is suitable for regular summer hill walkers.

Cross-country skiing is aimed at beginners, but there is 120km of loipe for intermediates and experts who prefer to ski independently.

Although a programme is detailed, the actual order of events may be changed and the timetable will be confirmed locally by the leader.

Grade: A/B

Risk of injury All active winter holidays involve some element of risk; from something as normal as slipping on icy pavements, to the possibility of injuries sustained as a result of the activities themselves. While we do all we can to minimize any dangers, participants must be prepared to accept some risk as part of the holiday. Please see 'walking conditions / activity details' in the Trip Notes, and 'risk of injury' note on page 63 of the brochure.

Normal group size and age

Normally min. 6, max. 14. Minimum age 16.

Icons explained

The vast majority of Exodus adventures are adult group holidays. Groups are always small in size. We strongly believe that this adherence to small groups means a better experience for all; more time with your guide, less waiting around and a reduced impact on the communities and environments visited.
Each group is generally made up of like-minded travellers - with singles, couples and friends all joining in together. All these trips are suitable for single travellers, but if you prefer to travel with clients booking individually, please see our Solo Departures page.

In order to provide a more accurate grading system, where a trip falls between two grades we use an intermediate or split grade, for example Leisurely/Moderate. Occasionally, there are optional activities available en route, in this case the optional grade is indicated in brackets, for example Grade Challenging (climb Tough+). Clearly, conditions may differ from region-to-region or month-to-month and as such the information given on these pages is designed to act as a guide only. In all cases you should refer to the respective holiday's Trip Notes for further details.

Winter Activities: It's about seeking out alternative ways to have fun in unspoilt locations, you won't find standard skiing or snowboarding breaks here.

Mixed Activities: Activities may range from the ordinary (for example walking, cycling or whitewater rafting) to the damn right extraordinary (including caving, camel riding or canyoning).

Where you stay is a crucial part of a holiday, and we have gone to great lengths to find accommodation that provides extra comfort, character, convenience and value. Five-star hotels won’t feature on the agenda, but itineraries guarantee a greater degree of comfort after your day’s efforts.