Itinerary Include flights Leave this field blank Expand all Fly to Innsbruck; transfer to VillabassaFly to Innsbruck; transfer to Villabassa (approx. 1hr 45mins). Meals included: Dinner Day 1 Start VillabassaStart at our hotel in Villabassa (approx. 1hrs45 from Innsbruck airport) Meals included: Dinner Days 2-4 Three guided snowshoe walks.We walk wonderful routes in the Fanes-Sennes Natural Park, along the shoreline of Lago di Braies and beneath the Tre Cime di Lavaredo, arguably the most iconic image of the entire Dolomites. Meals included: Breakfast Lunch Dinner Day 5 Free dayFree day to relax at the hotel and enjoy the spa facilities or try downhill or cross-country skiing. Meals included: Breakfast Days 6-7 Our final two snowshoe walks.Forest trails and old military tracks take us to magnificent viewpoints of Durrakopf (2275m) and Strudelkopf (2307m). Lunch stops at picturesque refuges give us the chance to absorb fascinating history from the First World War. On day 6, the hotel's restaurant will also delight your palate with an authentic Tyrolean gourmet dinner. Meals included: Breakfast Lunch Dinner Transfer to Innsbruck; fly to London.End Villabassa. Meals included: Breakfast Day 8 End VillabassaEnd at our hotel in Villabassa. Meals included: Breakfast
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Hotel Adler - 4 Star * The week is based at Hotel Adler, a 4-star hotel in Villabassa. Located on the village square, this quality hotel is considered the 'best in town'. All bedrooms (some with showers and some with baths) have tea/coffee making facilities (for a fee), minibar and TV.Renewed cosy bar and restaurant often busy with locals and with a relaxing lounge for peaceful readingSuperb indoor pool and wellness centre with sauna, steam room, solarium and small fitness centreThe passion of hospitality in rooms that write 400 years of history ROOM UPGRADE - EXODUS SPECIAL OFFERIf you wish for even more comfort, the Hotel Adler is able to offer upgrades for a special price, exclusive to Exodus. There are various types of rooms you can choose from. Contact us for prices and availability. Single roomsA limited number of double rooms for single use are available for a supplement. The accommodation shown has been booked and agreed in advance, however we may need to make changes to a property of similar or higher standard after you have booked. While we will endeavour to inform you of any changes in advance which could, on rare occasions, be at late notice.
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Reviewed January 2022 Diana MaynardStunning views and a great hotel This trip had great progression from an easy first couple of days which was good for total beginners to get a feel for snowshoeing, building up to some longer but very rewarding days climbing some 2000+m peaks. Much to my delight, these last few days were much more like winter mountaineering but in snowshoes, rather than a tramp in the snow (as the first couple of days was). The hotel was also a great place to relax with wonderful sauna, pool and gym, and the most amazing food ever.What was the most inspirational moment of your trip? Stunning views from the summits!What did you think of your group leader? Jenny was an exceptional leader - calm and methodical, with a great ability to "herd cats" and manage the quite disparate range of fitness and abilities in our group, as well as to come up with alternative plans as required. She imparted useful tips constantly, and broke the days up well with frequent short breaks. She was also super friendly and sociable, and worked extremely hard making sure everyone was OK and everything went to plan. Nothing was too much trouble for her to organise.Do you have any advice for potential travellers? Pocket Rocket will get you up any hill and will become your drug of choice! (Stock up in any local supermarket.). You will really benefit from good hill fitness on this trip. Take a ziplock bag to dinner (the amount of food is massive, but it's so good - I often took my leftovers for my packed lunch the next day.) You may prefer to take your own walking poles if you have them, especially if they fold down, so you can pack them away when not needed. Also, take good winter mountain boots if you have them rather than lightweight ones (I wished I'd taken my B2 boots).Is there anything else you would like to add? I went cross country skiing on the free day and would highly recommend it. There's a crosscountry ski school at Villabassa station - just behind the hotel - and trails run directly from there. We had an hour's lesson and then spent the rest of the day on our own.
Reviewed January 2022 Julia cottonFar Exceeded expectation This was my first Exodus trip and I was delighted with the experience. The beautiful, cosy, alpine Hotel Adler was fabulous. The food was outstanding and plentiful, 5 course suppers, a great, varied selection for breakfast and a well considered wine list. Each of the 5 walking days started with an 8.30 am pick up by minibus to various destinations. The walks were stunning. Apparently the moderate level it was graded was at times the very upper end of moderate. A big shout out to the very experienced, patient and caring Jenny, our guide. She went above and beyond to consider the different needs of our group of 9. Having never trekked before I was delighted with my achievement, which I certainly would not have managed without the invaluable tips and gentle encouragement from Jenny. I felt the standard of the hotel, the excellent food/service and the great itinerary of treks made this an amazing good value trip. Oh and very importantly for me , the comfy beds and a lovely deep bath with plenty of hot water really sold it to me after a tiring day
Reviewed March 2020 Karol ZemekWalking in a winter wonderland This trip is a great way to get to know a corner of the Dolomites in the winter. The walks take you through wonderful scenery, often with no other people around. Walking up peaks in the fresh snow is a great feeling, especially when you get to the top!What was the most inspirational moment of your trip? -What did you think of your group leader? Jenny was not only a great leader, but also great company. Her love for the mountains shines through all the time.Do you have any advice for potential travellers? Make sure you are at a decent level of fitness. Some experience of walking up and down mountains (not necessarily in the snow) is essential.
Reviewed January 2020 Lucy HockenhullExtraordinary landscapes and fabulous snowshoeing. Loved the snowshoeing. Each of the walks held interest and the challenges increased as the week progressed. We enjoyed the opportunity to sled down from Taistner Alm near Lutterkopf. Hotel Adler is wonderful with a lovely spa, fabulous 4 course dinners, picnic packed lunches and extensive breakfast buffet.What was the most inspirational moment of your trip? Every walk was unique and had its own appeal, but we especially enjoyed Monte Piano as the weather and views were superb.What did you think of your group leader? Our guide Jenny had extensive mountaineering experience but was new to this area and trip.Do you have any advice for potential travellers? Anyone with reasonable fitness can enjoy the walks but you really do need to be pretty fit to make the most of this trip.
Reviewed April 2019 bruce robinsonA Wonderful Week Great weather. Fresh snow plus lots of sunshine. Magnificent scenery, the Dolomites are really special both in winter and summer. Comfortable hotel with good facilities and friendly, helpful staff. Tasty interesting dinners with a very good wine list to choose from. A friendly, interesting group of fellow "snowshoeers" What really made the trip special was our guide Sara. She is everything you would wish for in a guide and I can only endorse all the other glowing mentions she receives in reviews.What was the most inspirational moment of your trip? Each day was as memorable as the previous one. By the very nature of the week, the days are similar in that one is walking in the moutains through the snow but yet each is different with constantly changing vistas and challenges under foot.What did you think of your group leader? As mentioned above, Sara was deserving of all the superlatives that she receives in these reviews. Kind, caring, considerate, knowledgeable, reliable, interesting, funny, the list goes on! Thanks Sara.Do you have any advice for potential travellers? Just do it. You do need a reasonable degree of fitness but previous use of snowshoes is not a prerequisite.
Reviewed April 2019 Karen Barnettsnowshoeing in the dolomites A fabulous adventure. Challenging but beautiful and rewarding with undoubtedly the BEST guide in charge! We had fun, explored, felt nurtured and cared for. The hotel was gorgeous and the spa facilities were the perfect antidote to all of the hard work! As was the wonderful cuisine. A warm and friendly staff made us all feel very welcome. Take crampons....icy walking can be very tiresome if too little snow for the snowshoes.What was the most inspirational moment of your trip? The ridge walk....beautiful virgin snow and astonishing views....What did you think of your group leader? Fabulous....went way beyond to ensure everyone felt comfortable and had everything to ensure they enjoyed their trip.Do you have any advice for potential travellers? Take crampons!Is there anything else you would like to add? Just...Do It!!
Reviewed April 2019 Linda ScottAn impressive holiday on all counts What an experience. A week of varied routes; a forest trail amongst snow laden trees - like a Narnia snowscene, mountain ascents with beautiful scenery along the way, impressive mountain ranges, breathtaking lakes, stunning mountain huts . . . A fabulous family run hotel with warm and friendly staff, elegant rooms, comfortable beds and a deep bath with copious amounts of hot water. Immense breakfast choice, fabulous food and wine, cosy bar and snug and a relaxing wellness centre.What was the most inspirational moment of your trip? Being sat on the top of snow covered Monte Piana on a beautiful blue sky day, surrounded by impressive mountains and feeling on top of the world.What did you think of your group leader? I can’t speak highly enough of our group leader Sara Bull. She was fun, friendly, knowledgeable, helpful and supportive to all clients. Nothing was too much trouble. Sara was very organised, hard working and safety conscious. Her love of nature and the environment was clearly evident and her enthusiasm was infectious. Sara helped make our experience of the Dolomites very special.Do you have any advice for potential travellers? I think everything is covered in the trip notes really. I would just emphasise the need for sunscreen and recommend a water hydration system in your rucksack rather than phaffing about with bottles.Is there anything else you would like to add? If you fancy experimenting with cross country skiing on your free day you are in the best place to experience it.
Reviewed March 2019 Amanda StevensonFirst time snowshoeing I'd never actually heard of snowshoeing before so thought I'd give myself a change from my usual hiking/trekking holidays and was so glad I did. The scenery, food, location and walks were fantastic. I thought snowshoes would take a bit of getting used to but you soon master the technique and are able to walk through the most amazing trails. It was a fantastic week, helped by the weather, and a change to the usual walking holiday.What was the most inspirational moment of your trip? Each day's planned walk took you through the most spectacular landscapes. We were blessed with good walking weather which enhanced the experience. Scaling the top of the mountains gained you a great sense of achievement, especially the ones which were quite steep and took some effort. You were rewarded with the most fabulous views at the top and Sara, our tour guide, always ensured there was enough time for photo opportunities and to catch your breath!What did you think of your group leader? Sara Bull was so full of energy, enthusiasm and her love of the mountains was obvious. She was a wealth of knowledge and her guidance on using our shoes was clear and helpful. Sara made the whole experience so enjoyable and was always on hand for guidance and advice. It seem't that nothing was too much trouble and she's so much fun to be around. She kept the group together and made sure that every day ran smoothly. She's a great tour leader and so committed to her job. I was amazed that she ran a foot clinic each morning prior to the walk to address any issues the group were experiencing as a result of the walks.Do you have any advice for potential travellers? Make sure you are aware of potential foot problems that may occur through wearing snowshoes. I didn't experience any discomfort but a few of the group suffered blisters and rubbing sores. Sara's advice was to soak your feet in surgical spirit prior to joining the trip to harden the feet up. Some feet were really sore and this could really have spoilt the holiday experience.Is there anything else you would like to add? The hotel Adler is a great base. The hotel is friendly and very well equipped. The menu and food choices were delicious. The food is of a very high quality. The breakfast and lunch selection are extensive which all adds to the quality of the holiday. I certainly didn't come back having lost weight! With the spectacular walks, the location of the hotel and the hotel facilities and, of course, the excellent tour guide, this is certainly a memorable holiday experience.
Reviewed March 2019 Alison RobertsFantastic holiday. We really enjoyed snowshoeing which allows you to walk on fresh deep snow and to highish altitudes . The Dolomites are very beatific and our guide Sara has a lot of geographical and historical knowledge. the Hitel Adler is excellent. Highly recommend this trip.What was the most inspirational moment of your trip? The whole week was most enjoyable, active during the day and very good company with the rest of the group in the evening.What did you think of your group leader? Sara , our group leader was friendly, well organised and an excellent guide .Do you have any advice for potential travellers? Take a rucksack that has straps to attach snow shoes ( already suggested but I didn't) to and possibly some mini crampons that can fit over walking boots . There were times when we walked and carried our snow shoes . The tracks were a bit icy in places.
Reviewed March 2019 Dave WynneSnow Shoeing in the Dolomites Another great Exodus holiday. Nice hotel Great routes and scenery with a variety of Winter conditions ranging from blue skies and glorious sunshine to romantic fluttery snow falls in magical forests to wild full-on winter conditions of wind and heavy snow.What was the most inspirational moment of your trip? Lutterkopf for the wind and snow on a broad ridge. Monte Piana for the glorious sunshine and views coupled with the fascinating history of the site from world war 1. Bruckele to Rossalm for the magic of climbing through the silence of a remote valley after heavy snow with trees coated in snow and hearing the distant roar of avalanches in the mountains.What did you think of your group leader? Outstanding! A great guide in the form of Sara Bull, knowledgeable, good fun, encouraging and safety focussed but allowing the team to move freely and not corralling the group into a bunched single file route marching group.Do you have any advice for potential travellers? Yes. You are in for a treat!Is there anything else you would like to add? A fantastic holiday. Thanks to Exodus for great work in setting this up and solving any problems we had. Thanks to Sara Bull, our guide, for making the holiday into something very special. This holiday will live a long time in our memories.