Dolomites

Hike between two of the most important pilgrimage destinations in the Dolomites: from the Monastery of Sabiona to the Sanctuary of Pietralba, known as the "Cathedral of the Dolomites". Our route includes some of the most iconic natural beauty of the Dolomites and stops at several other pilgrimage destinations along the way.

HIGHLIGHTS

Views of the picturesque Church St. John in Ranui
The jagged Seceda ridgeline with the Odle Massif in the backdrop
Hiking through the Alpe di Siusi, Europe's largest high alpine meadow

ITINERARY

Val di Funes, Seceda, & Val Gardena

Days 1-2: Head up a short ways from Chiusa to the Monastery of Sabiona I Transfer to Santa Maddalena and enjoy the classic view of the town I Admire the Church of San Giovanni in Ranui from the outside I Hike towards Val Gardena and take a cable car to the Seceda summit and walk around the ridgeline I Ride the cablecar down to Ortisei

Alpe di Siusi & Catinaccio Group

Days 3-6: Optional morning hike to the Church of St. Jakob outside of Ortisei I Take a chair lift up to the Alpe di Siusi, Europe's highest alpine meadow, and hike toward the Denti di Terrarossa I Hike to the stunning Lake Antermoia I Continue through Catinaccio group to Val di Fassa

The Sanctuary of Pietralba

Days 7-8: Hike from the famous Lake Carezza to the Sanctuary of Pietralba I Learn the history of the 1533 apparition of Our Lady to the farmer Leonhard Weißensteiner I Pray in the Baroque church and in front of the statue of Our Lady I Visit the cloister and the hermitage

*Itinerary Subject to Change

Lodging

Lodging

LEVEL: Basic (3 nights), Standard (4 nights)
SINGLE-ROOM SUPPLEMENT: Please contact us if you are interested in this, we cannot guarantee its availability

This pilgrimage will include some hut-to-hut hiking as well as some lodgings in towns.

To find out more about our lodging levels, click below.

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EATING

We eat mainly at restaurants. Menus may be limited to fixed options or set menus. Some meals may be picnics. Breakfasts provided are in the local style (typically not as hearty as American style). We can accommodate most food allergies.

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BACKPACKS

All of your belongings must fit in a backpack worn on your back. There are no luggage transfers on this pilgrimage. No rolling suitcases or other types of luggage are allowed on this trip. We will provide a detailed packing list.

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PRAYING

Prayer is at the heart of our pilgrimages. Daily mass, the liturgy of the hours, the rosary, and other prayer opportunities are available throughout the pilgrimage.

DOLOMITES

$2,650

INCLUDES

• 7 nights lodging
• All breakfasts
• All dinners
• All chairlifts/cable cars
• Ground transportation between starting and ending times
• Pilgrimage materials (reading packet, prayer booklet, maps, group gear)
• Masses and other spiritual activities
• All tips and service charges to drivers, restaurants, etc.

DOES NOT INCLUDE

• Flights
• All lunches
• Fee if paying by credit card
• Single-room supplement if available
• Anything else not listed

Refund Policy

DATES

JUNE 21-28, 2027

Sign-up Deadline: January 31, 2027

Details

ACTIVITY LEVELS

Day 1: Hiking

Level: 1
Distance: 1.6 miles
Elevation gain: 500ft
Elevation loss: 500ft
Optional

Day 2: Hiking

Level: 4
Distance: 8 miles
Elevation gain: 2,925ft
Elevation loss: 1,400ft

Day 3: Hiking

Level: 4
Distance: 7.5 miles
Elevation gain: 2,625ft
Elevation loss: 1,125ft
The lodging tonight is projected to be in a mountain rifugio that can only be reached by foot.

OPTIONAL HIKE TO ST JAKOB CHURCH IN THE MORNING
Level: 2
Distance: 3.6 miles
Elevation gain: 1,050ft
Elevation loss: 1,050ft

Day 4: Hiking

Level: 3
Distance: 4.2 miles
Elevation gain: 1,875ft
Elevation loss: 1675ft
The lodging tonight is projected to be in a mountain rifugio that can only be reached by foot.

Day 5: Hiking

Level: 4
Distance: 6.2 miles
Elevation gain: 1,000ft
Elevation loss: 2,675ft

Day 6: Hiking

Level: 4
Distance: 6.6 miles
Elevation gain: 1,425ft
Elevation loss: 2,600ft

Day 7: Hiking

Level: 4
Distance: 11.6 miles
Elevation gain: 1,950ft
Elevation loss: 1,900ft

Click Here to learn more about how we determine our activity levels. Optional means a hike is easily skippable. Other hikes may be skippable but not in an easy or convenient manner.
Activities are weather-dependent. Distances and durations may vary from the information given above. Distances may change based on lodgings booked.

ARRIVAL

Meeting Point: Staff will meet you at the Bolzano train station. You may fly into Venice, Milan, or wherever is convenient for your travel plans. Bolzano is easily reached by train.
Arrival Time: Please arrive by 2pm. At 2pm, we will take private transport to where we begin the short hike to the Sabiona Monastery. We highly recommend you arrive a day early to ensure an on time arrival.

Please wait to buy your plane tickets until you receive a confirmation from us.