Planning a trip to the Dolomites can feel overwhelming fast! This guide breaks down our full itinerary through Cortina d’Ampezzo, Sesto, Val di Funes, and Venice, including day hikes, alpine lakes, via ferrata, a two-night hut-to-hut route, packing advice, and the biggest lessons I’d carry into my next trip. Expect dramatic peaks, turquoise lakes, cozy mountain huts, unpredictable weather, and plenty of practical tips to help you plan your own Dolomites adventure.

Planning a hut-to-hut hike in the Italian Dolomites? Here’s exactly what I packed for a 3-day, 2-night hut-to-hut hike — including clothing, gear, and hut-specific essentials, plus the mistakes I won’t make again.

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