Self-Guided Tours & Trips in The Dolomites
Explore a wide diversity of self-guided tours through The Dolomites. We have 41 adventures that vary from 5 days to 9 days. With the greatest number of departures in July, this is also the most popular time of the year.
10 best self-guided The Dolomites tours
Compiled by
MelissaThe Dolomites travel expert at TourRadar
- The ultimate adventure in the Dolomites
- Kronplatz Après-ski Tour
- Walking the Dolomites of Alta Badia
- Winter paradise in the Dolomites: Alta Badia and Sella Ronda
- Skiing the Dolomites
- South Tyrol - along the Chestnut Route from Bressanone to Bolzano (8 days)
- Mountain Biking in the Nature Parks of the Dolomites 7 Days
- Val Gardena - Hike into the Heart of the Dolomites 8 Days
- Road Bike Tour Around the Dolomites 8 Days
- Along the former Dolomite front in the Footsteps of the First World War 7 Days
Duration 9 days Destinations Venice, Levico Terme, Val Gardena, Funes/Villnöß, Seceda, Tre Cime di Lavaredo, Auronzo di Cadore, Misurina, Carezza, BraiesSee all destinations Age Range All Ages Welcome Operator Worldee From
- US$995
Duration 5 days Destinations Innsbruck, Anterselva di Mezzo, Kronplatz, Braies Age Range All Ages Welcome Operator Worldee From
- US$658
Routes through Alta Badia feature detailed notes covering San Cassiano to Corvara trek and Fanes Natural Park. Spend 7 nights at Ciasa Salares with wine cellar tastings and spa access. Daily 10-15km walks through alpine meadows and historic mountain passes can be customized.
Duration 8 days Destinations San Cassiano, Badia, Fanes-Sennes-Braies Natural Park Age Range Ages 12+ Operator Exodus Adventure Travels From
- US$2,405
Duration 6 days Destinations Innsbruck, Badia, Val Gardena Age Range All Ages Welcome Operator Worldee From
- US$1,041
Get a rental car and Worldee App Guide that provides step-by-step navigation from Verona Airport to Pozza di Fassa. This self-guided setup lets you ski Mount Colac in Alba, try the Catinaccio slopes from Mason La Zondra hotel in Vigo di Fassa, and time your Sella Ronda circuit perfectly. Audio guides at each location share the region's alpine history while you control your schedule on the mountain.
Duration 8 days Destinations Verona, Canazei, Carezza Age Range All Ages Welcome Operator Worldee From
- US$1,018
Duration 8 days Destinations Brixen, Feldthurns, Klobenstein, Bolzano Age Range Ages 16+ Operated in Only: German Operator ASI Reisen From
- US$1,192
Ride The Dolomites independently with detailed GPS navigation and route maps guiding you through Fanes-Sennes-Braies, Ampezzo Dolomites, and Sesto Dolomites nature parks. Take on challenging stages like the 55km Cortina circuit to Rifugio 5 Torri with 1,800m of ascent, and the technical 45km Niederdorf-Silvesteralm-Markinkele loop. Accommodations in 3-star and 4-star hotels across Niederdorf, San Vigilio, and Cortina d'Ampezzo include breakfast buffets and luggage transfers, with telephone hotline support throughout your trip.
Duration 7 days Destinations Niederdorf, Kronplatz, Cortina d’Ampezzo Age Range Ages 16+ Operated in Only: German Operator ASI Reisen From
- US$934
Find your way independently with detailed route maps and a navigation app through an 8-day circuit from Brixen, using the Plose and Seiser Alm cable cars for efficient alpine access to 2,050m elevations. Walk at your own pace with flexible daily itineraries ranging 3-7 hours, including optional shortcuts via the Rasciesa funicular in Villnöss and Campionoi cable car to Piz Sela, plus bus connections between Selva Gardena, S. Cristina, and Ortisei. Stay in selected 3-star hotels with luggage transfers handled daily, so you can hike light while checking out the Seceda Alm viewpoint, the 56-square-kilometer Seiser Alm plateau with 790 plant species, and the historic Poststeig trail descending 1,020m to Chiusa's Säben monastery.
Duration 8 days Destinations Brixen, Plose, Funes/Villnöß, Val Gardena, Seceda, Sëlva Age Range Ages 16+ Operated in Only: German Operator ASI Reisen From
- US$1,344
Duration 8 days Destinations Hochpustertal, Cortina d’Ampezzo, Pieve di Cadore, Feltre, Trento, Bolzano, Brixen Age Range Ages 16+ Operated in Only: German Operator ASI Reisen From
- US$1,157
This self-guided 7-day trek starts in Hochpustertal and traces the WWI Dolomite front, walking from Sexten to Misurina's Lago Sorapis, Cortina d'Ampezzo, and the Col di Lana battlefield near Arabba before finishing in Canazei. Stay 6 nights in 3-star hotels and mountain huts like Rifugio Passo Valparola, with luggage transfers and cable car tickets for Faloria, Arabba, and Canazei included. Daily breakfast buffets, navigation app support, and 24/7 hotline service come with the trip as you see fortresses, trenches, and alpine passes across The Dolomites' historical landscapes.
Duration 7 days Destinations Hochpustertal, Sexten, Misurina, Cortina d’Ampezzo, Arabba, Canazei Age Range Ages 16+ Operated in Only: German Operator ASI Reisen From
- US$1,402
What people love about Self-Guided Tours in The Dolomites
It was a great tour. I thought the App was really helpful for navigating the numerous trial based excursions and offered a comprehensive and dynamic visit experience. Lake Sorapiss was very crowed, and the Misurina Grand Hotel was lacking some amenities. The food at Pocol was amazing, ad the Sauna
Dolomites of Cortina Explorer - Self-Guided Hike
What our customers ask about Self-Guided Tours & Trips in The Dolomites
How challenging are the self-guided hiking trails in The Dolomites?
The Dolomites presents a range of trails that suit hikers with moderate experience. Most routes take 4-6 hours with daily distances of 10-15km. The popular Cinque Torri trail spans 10km over 4.5 hours with a 350m climb while the more demanding Tre Cime di Lavaredo circuit stretches 13km with a 590m elevation gain. A TourRadar traveler shared: "The hikes were so beautiful and we particularly loved Prato Piazza." The paths are well-marked and offer clear views of the mountains without requiring technical climbing skills.
What's included in typical accommodation arrangements for self-guided Dolomites tours?
Self-guided tours in the Dolomites feature stays at quality 3 and 4-star hotels and select mountain refugios. The Ciasa Salares hotel in San Cassiano comes with a spa indoor pool and wine cellar. The Park Hotel Bellevue in Dobbiaco provides rooms that look out onto mountain landscapes. As one TourRadar traveler noted: "The hotel was great friendly service yummy food and lots of it." Most bookings include breakfast and dinner with half-board being the standard arrangement.
What's the best time of year for self-guided hiking in The Dolomites?
The hiking season peaks from June through September. The higher paths like Tre Cime di Lavaredo work best in July and August when mountain huts open and snow clears from the trails. Lower routes near Cortina d'Ampezzo remain accessible from mid-June until late September. One TourRadar traveler noted they "were lucky to explore Tre Cime in very sunny weather." The summer months bring stable weather and clear trails perfect for hiking adventures.
How reliable is the navigation system for self-guided tours in The Dolomites?
The Dolomites features an easy-to-follow navigation network. Tours come with GPS tracks smartphone apps like Ride With GPS and printed maps that highlight key spots along routes such as the Alta Pusteria Valley and Fanes Natural Park. A TourRadar traveler noted: "The Navigation App provides GPS-enabled maps and was outstanding with detailed information about the area towns and excellent dining recommendations." Trail markers appear regularly along paths making navigation straightforward.
How do I handle luggage transfers on self-guided tours in The Dolomites?
Tour operators manage luggage transfers between hotels while you walk the trails. At places like Villa Laurus in Merano or Hotel Garni Letizia in Dobbiaco bags get picked up by 9:30 AM and arrive at the next stop by 3 PM. TourRadar travelers confirm the reliability: "Luggage transport occurred flawlessly" and "The daily luggage transfers were done as described." This service lets you hike with just a daypack.
What type of meals are provided on self-guided Dolomites tours?
Self-guided tours typically cover breakfast and dinner. Hotels like Ciasa Salares serve local South Tyrolean dishes while Hotel Regina in Dobbiaco offers morning buffets and special evening menus. A TourRadar traveler noted: "The food was great friendly service and lots of it." Lunch stays flexible letting you try mountain huts and restaurants as you hike. The meal setup combines reliable hotel dining with chances to explore local food spots.