How difficult is the hike?

Moderate. Trails include some ascents and descents, but with luggage transfers and transfers provided, it’s accessible for hikers in good condition.

No, this is a self-guided hike with detailed maps and GPS. A 24-hour hotline is available if you need assistance.

Yes, from age 10 if they are active and comfortable with walking several hours a day.

Breakfast is included. Lunch and dinner can be enjoyed at villages, mountain huts, or restaurants along the route.

Hiking Adventure: From Austria to the Dolomites – Across Alpine Valleys to the Iconic Three Peaks

Embark on a once-in-a-lifetime hiking holiday that takes you from the rolling meadows of Austria’s Kitzbüheler Alps to the breathtaking Dolomites in Italy. Journey through pristine valleys, glacial landscapes, charming alpine villages, and UNESCO World Heritage treasures. With luggage transfers and cozy accommodations arranged, you’re free to immerse yourself in the beauty of the Alps—step by step, view by view.

Cost

Cost Includes

7 nights in charming 3-star hotels & guesthouses
Daily breakfast
Luggage transfer (one bag per person, up to 20kg)
Transfers as described in the program
Detailed maps, route descriptions, GPS access (offline use)
24-hour local and international support hotline

Cost Excludes

Flights to/from Austria
Bus tickets (Mittersill, Gsiesertal, Drei Zinnen)
Travel & cancellation insurance
Administration fee (€20)
Local tourist taxes (if applicable)

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Overview

This 8-day self-guided adventure begins in the elegant town of Kitzbühel, Austria, and leads you through the Hohe Tauern National Park, over historical smuggler paths, and into the heart of the Dolomites. From charming alpine farms and sunlit courtyards to dramatic cliffs and the world-famous Drei Zinnen (Three Peaks), every day is filled with panoramic moments and cultural discoveries. With transfers, luggage handling, and detailed route maps provided, you’ll walk at your own pace, savoring alpine beauty without the stress of planning.

Trip Highlights

Hike from Austria into Italy across the Gsieser Törl smuggler’s pass.
Explore the breathtaking landscapes of the Hohe Tauern National Park.
Walk past historic alpine huts and taste authentic Tyrolean & South Tyrolean dishes.
Gaze at the glaciers of the Großvenediger and the peaks of the Dolomites.
Visit the iconic Drei Zinnen (Three Peaks)—a UNESCO World Heritage Site.
Stay in cozy 3-star hotels and guesthouses with breakfast included.
Hassle-free travel with luggage transfers, transfers & detailed maps.

Day 01 :

Arrival in Kitzbühel

Arrive in the legendary alpine town of Kitzbühel. Check into your hotel, breathe the mountain air, and explore the picturesque streets filled with Tyrolean charm.

Day 02 :

Kitzbühel → Jochberg

A gentle start along the southern Kitzbüheler Alps. Pass rustic farms, villages decorated with flowers, and the enchanting hamlet of Aurach—immortalized by painter Alfons Walde. Overnight in Jochberg.

Day 03 :

Jochberg → Mittersill

Transfer to the trailhead, then hike through alpine pastures up to Gauxjoch and Hartkaserhöhe. The trail follows the border between Tyrol and Salzburg. Optional shortcut with the Panoramabahn cable car. End the day with a bus ride into Mittersill.

Day 04 :

Mittersill → Matrei

Transfer to the Matreier Tauernhaus. Optional route from Lake Hintersee via the St. Pöltener Hut. Reach the Venedigerblick viewpoint, with jaw-dropping glacier vistas. Descend through alpine meadows toward Innergschlöss before arriving in Matrei.

Day 05 :

Matrei → Gsiesertal (Italy)

Transfer to Mariahilf. Follow shaded forest paths and climb to the Gsieser Törl—once a famous smuggling route. Enter Italy and descend into the peaceful Gsiesertal valley, dotted with traditional alpine huts. Taste local delicacies like cheese dumplings, Kaiserschmarrn, and apple strudel.

Day 06 :

Gsiesertal → Toblach

Continue south, closer to the Dolomites. Trails wind through forests and pastures, offering views of Neunerkofel, Haunold, and Dürrenstein. Arrive in Toblach, gateway to the Dolomites.

Day 07 :

The Three Peaks Circuit

A spectacular finale! From Auronzo Hut, hike around the world-famous Drei Zinnen (Three Peaks). Marvel at their 500m high north walls, enjoy sweeping panoramas from Paternsattel, and complete the loop past Lange Alm. Return to Toblach

Day 08 :

Departure

Enjoy a final alpine breakfast before departure—or extend your stay to explore more of the Dolomites.

Hiking Adventure: From Austria to the Dolomites – Across Alpine Valleys to the Iconic Three Peaks

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Hiking Adventure: From Austria to the Dolomites – Across Alpine Valleys to the Iconic Three Peaks