dolomitesVENICE, ITALY

45.4408° N, 12.3155° E

SUMMER 2020

VENICE, ITALY (VCE)

JUNE 9 – JUNE 22, 2020

JUNE 25 – JULY 8, 2020

JULY 11 – JULY 24, 2020 VCE

La Vita e l’avventura! That’s our motto on this

mountaineering trip of a lifetime in the Dolomites. Italy

is the land of beauty: beautiful cities, food, people and,

art. It’s no surprise that its alpine style sets the bar

for bellissimo. The Dolomites tower in jagged spires and

buttresses of limestone. Sunsets cast pink light magic that

dances through the sky. Spend your days walking the Alta Vias

(high paths) and spend your nights in rifugios nestled in the

alpine glow. Summit impressive passes, rock climb the ancient

formations, and explore mountain tunnels used in World War I.

You won’t have to remove your rose colored lenses as you trek

these incredible footpaths. Che bello!

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“Every day was a new opportunity to experience new things and push your

boundaries. My trip showed me how much I am capable of and

how much I am able to push myself. ”

Isabel deAntonio, 15, Atlanta, GA

• Alpine trek through the famous Dolomite mountains

• Climb the via ferratas of Cinque Torri

• Try your hand at canyoning among beautiful alpine lakes

• Grab a harness, tie in, and experience some of the best views in all of Europe

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Depart the USA! Once

you arrive in Venice, you

will drive North to the

beautiful mountain town

of Cortina d’Ampezzo.

Get acclimated! Explore this thriving area, a

popular ski town in the winters, and enjoy a

day hike or two in Fanes National Park. This is a

place you’ll come to know and love from above.

You will meet your italian guides, and run

through the basics of the Via Ferrata or “Iron

road.” After a safety briefing, you ‘ll scramble

above town and lock into the metal cables

snaking high into the Dolomiti. The “Iron Road”

will take you to new highs with an incredible

view and sense of accomplishment.

Strap on your boots and get ready for some

beautiful hiking. Today you’ll beginning

trekking from rifugio to rifugio and soaking

in incredible views along the way. Immerse

yourself in the history of this area as you

descend into tunnels crafted during World War

I. Along the way you’ll stop to rock climb at

Cinque Torri, the heart of Italian rock climbing.

This is an experience you’ll never forget!

*Headlamps and smiles encouraged.

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Wash your hikes down with some authentic

Italian Pizza and gear up for your next

adventure! Today you will explore the

inverted world, descending into the canyons

and waterways of Parc National du Dolomiti

Friulane. Canyoneering offers a unique vantage

point to the inner Dolomiti world, and you’ll

learn the techniques to take you there. Rappel

into caverns carved by water, scramble across

boulders, jump off waterfalls, and drop into

the subterranean road less traveled.

You’ll be sad to leave these glorious

mountains, but excited for the adventure

ahead! Today you’ll tour a city marked by

masquerade, mystery and a whole lot of water:

Venice! Enjoy a f inal Banquet dinner with your

group and prep for the travel day ahead.

Depart Venice and head home to the good ole

U-S-of-A!

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• Two dynamic trip leaders

• Professionally outfitted activities

• Backpacking

• Rock Climbing

• Canyoneering

• Lodging

• Mountain refugios

• Hostels

• Transportation

• Private ground transportation to

and from Venice

• All Meals

• Photos taken during your trip

• Airfare to and from gateway city

• Baggage fees

• Personal clothing + equipment (full clothing +

equipment list provided upon acceptance)

1) Hiking boots

2) 38 – 45 liter backpack

3) Sleeping bag liner/hostel sheet

4) Rain jacket with hood

5) Passport

• Personal spending money (we recommend

$150)

• Trip insurance (highly recommended)

COST

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BEGINS/ENDSGroup Flight Meets In Atlanta (ATL)

GROUP SIZE

AVERAGE AIRFARE FROM EAST COAST

$5295

14 Days

9th-10th

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Venice, Italy (VCE)

12-13 Students

$1200

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