The Alta Via 1 (AV1) is a 120km through-hike which traverses across the Dolomite mountains in Italy, from Lago di Braies to north of Belluno. Along this route you can expect to see stunning jagged peaks, dramatic gorges, beautiful valleys and wild animals such as eagles, chamois and roe deer.

I’m intending to engage an agency to organise an 11-day self guided AV1 walk commencing in early Sept 2026. There will be nine consecutive days of walking plus hotel accommodation the day before and on the last day of the walk. The remaining accommodation will be in mountain huts with half board (dinner, bed and breakfast) and dorm style sleeping arrangements. While our luggage will be transported from the start to the finish points, there won’t be any transfers during the walk. This means that each individual will need to carry any toiletries, clothing and supplies they may need for the duration of the walk.

On the AV1 we can expect to climb up to 7,400m and descend around 8,248m over the entire route. Participants will need to have a good level of fitness; at a minimum, be able to comfortably walk 10-15km and climb 1,000-1,200m each day, over nine consecutive days. You would also need to be able to carry sufficient water and supplies for yourself (eg, 10-12kg).

If you are interested in additional information about the 11-day AV1 self guided tour, please click here for more information: https://monttrekking.com/tour/alta_via_n1_dolomites.php

PLEASE DO NOT MAKE ANY BOOKINGS, INCLUDING ANY FLIGHT BOOKINGS, UNTIL I HAVE CONFIRMED YOUR PARTICIPATION IN THIS TRIP. I will be in touch via phone to discuss the trip and whether it would be a good fit for you. I will then confirm the exact dates, and to get the details needed to make a group booking with the agency. A non-refundable deposit will be required at this point.

NOTE: I’m organising an 8-day self guided walk across south Austria. You may be interested in registering for both or just one of these trips.