The 7 Best Multiday Hut-to-Hut Hikes in the Italian Dolomites and how to choose the right one
- SelfGuidedDolomites Office
- Jan 28
- 4 min read
If you’re dreaming of multiple days in the high mountains, walking from alpine hut to alpine hut, breathing fresh air, and ending each day with a hearty meal and dreamy views — you’re in the right place. The Italian Dolomites are one of Europe’s most spectacular regions for hut-to-hut trekking, and at SelfGuidedDolomites.com we’ve designed the very best self-guided experiences so you can focus on the hiking — not the planning.
Here are the top multiday hikes we offer, ranging from immersive classic traverses to unforgettable shorter journeys. This article is designed to help you quickly understand the differences between each route and choose the hut-to-hut hike that suits you best.
Our 7 Best Multiday Hut-to-Hut Hikes in the Dolomites
Below you’ll find our handpicked selection of the very best multiday hut-to-hut hikes in the Dolomites. Each route offers a different experience — from classic high routes to quieter, more alpine adventures — so you can easily find the one that matches your time, fitness level, and idea of the perfect mountain escape.
🥇 Full Alta Via 1 — The Classic Dolomites Traverse
One of the most iconic hut-to-hut hikes in the Alps. Over ~10 days you’ll walk from the emerald shores of Lago di Braies to the southern end near Belluno, crossing high passes, dramatic peaks, WWI history, and cosy mountain huts. This is the ultimate Dolomites trekking experience. Due to extremely high demand of this hike, spots can already be reserved for 2027!
📍 Alta Via 1 North — Heritage & High Alpine Views
Perfect if you want a full-on Dolomites trek in a slightly shorter format. Starting at Lago di Braies and finishing in Cortina d’Ampezzo, this 6-day route serves up sweeping alpine panoramas and iconic high trails. This tour is also incredibly popular: if it is on your bucket list, think about securing your spot for 2027!
🌄 Alta Via 1 South — Wilder & Less Traveled
For those who want dramatic landscapes and quieter paths. Over ~7 days from Cortina southward, you’ll hike through rugged valleys and beneath towering walls like Civetta, with long days and rewarding nights in mountain huts.
🏔️ Rosengarten to Sella Self Guided Hiking Tour
A 5-day trek that explores the legendary Rosengarten (Catinaccio) and Sella massif — two of the Dolomites’ most striking mountain groups. Expect panoramic ridges, varied terrain, and rich alpine scenery, all with professional planning and accommodation taken care of.
📌 Alta Via 2 North — Wild Northern High Route
This 6-day journey leads you through dramatic limestone landscapes in the northern Dolomites. Expect high passes, remote huts, and authentic hut-to-hut terrain that’s perfect for experienced trekkers looking for a bit of solitude.
📍 Short Best of Alta Via 1 Self Guided Tour
Prefer shorter and more immersive still? For hikers with less time, we also offer a short version, the 2-day Alta Via 1 Self Guided Tour, perfect for covering only the very highlights of this legendary high route.
Multiday Hut-to-Hut Hikes in the Dolomites — At a Glance
Choosing the right hut-to-hut hike in the Dolomites depends on how much time you have, your hiking experience, and what kind of mountain atmosphere you’re looking for. To make your decision easier, we’ve compared all our multi-day Dolomites hikes side by side — so you can quickly see which route best fits your schedule, fitness level, and adventure goals.
Hike | Duration | Difficulty | Highlights | Best For |
Full Alta Via 1 | ~10 days | Moderate | Lago di Braies start, iconic Dolomites scenery, classic rifugi | Hikers wanting the complete Dolomites experience |
Alta Via 1 North | ~6 days | Moderate | Braies to Cortina, dramatic landscapes, great flow | Limited time, first long hut-to-hut trek |
Alta Via 1 South | ~7 days | Moderate–Challenging | Civetta views, quieter stages, wild terrain | Experienced hikers, fewer crowds |
Rosengarten to Sella | 5 days | Moderate | Rosengarten & Sella massifs, varied terrain, panoramas | Short but high-impact Dolomites hike |
Alta Via 2 North | ~6 days | Challenging | Remote terrain, high passes, alpine feel | Experienced hikers seeking solitude |
Short Alta Via 1 | 2 days | Moderate–Challenging | Select highlights of AV1, flexible logistics | Time-limited hikers with solid fitness |
How to Choose the Right One
First hut-to-hut hike? → Alta Via 1 North or Rosengarten to Sella
Classic Dolomites bucket list? → Full Alta Via 1
Quieter & more alpine? → Alta Via 2 North
Short trip, big scenery? → Rosengarten to Sella or Short AV1
Why Choose a Self-Guided Dolomites Trek?
All of our hut-to-hut tours include:
✅ Carefully planned daily stages via hut to hut
✅ Secure mountain hut reservations with dinner and breakfast
✅ Detailed GPS tracks and digital guidebooks
✅ Pre-hike Zoom briefing with a local Dolomites expert
No logistic headaches, no last-minute hut searches — just unforgettable days in the heart of the Dolomites.
Ready to Escape to the Mountains?
Your next big hike is waiting. Whether you have a week or two, want classic high-route traverses or extraordinary alpine scenery, there’s a mulitiday hut-to-hut trek here for you.
👉 Explore all tours and secure your dates at SelfGuidedDolomites.com
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