italian dolomites hut-to-hut hike: August 6-14, 2024

Into the Wild is a chance to take a moment for you. To dive deep into your wild woman self. To rediscover the wonder and beauty of both earth’s nature and YOUR nature. to do something you’ve never done before. To accomplish a feat that will challenge you and make you feel proud.

This trip is for you badass hikers out there! This Italian Dolomites thru-hike is just that: a hike lasting several days, through beautiful mountainous terrain like you’ve never dreamed of. This trip is NOT for a fair-weather hiker or somebody who’s never hiked before. It CAN be for somebody getting into hiking or who simply likes hiking, or somebody who’s never backpacked before, or somebody who’s willing to put in the time to train. You absolutely must be ready by June 2024 for this trip- meaning you’ll be ready to hike about 3,000 feet in elevation each day and carry your own thirty pound backpack.

Do you have an interest in hiking through the Italian Dolomites, up and down beautiful passes In the Rosengarten Nature Park?Do you desire to see the world through new eyes? To achieve a physical feat that you can look back on and be proud of? Self-rediscovery? Self-empowerment? Bringing out your inner wild woman?

If so- this retreat is for you, and women like you. Come as you are and leave as your best self, with new friends, new experiences, and a new zest for life and the outdoors.

Below is the information on what you’ll experience on this thru-hiking trip in the Dolomites.

Join us and rediscover your wild woman.

To see what 2023’s trip was like, follow me on instagram at @intothewild.adventure and check out the Dolomites highlight!

overview:

This trip to the Italian Dolomites will likely be the first to the area for many of you. Into the Wild is run by Wendy Wilder, and Wendy will have all the details laid out and ready for you- all you have to do is follow her lead and enjoy the experience of hiking miles and miles through absolutely stunning scenery.

pricing:

This hiking trip is priced at $2699. You may pay in one or two installments. This price will include the first night’s hotel stay in Venice, Italy, 6 nights in huts and mountain lodges (these are dorm style units that are safe, comfortable and amazing), all breakfasts, lunches and dinners, bus and train tickets to trailheads, and the last night’s stay in Venice, Italy. You will pay for anything else including extra alcoholic drinks, snacks, and souvenirs. You’ll also need to get travel insurance which isn’t too expensive, but it is required and proof must be provided. You’ll also be required to sign a liability waiver.

when:

August 6-14, 2024. You must book your flight to arrive on August 6th to Venice Airport to avoid problems with delays, etc. The transfer to Carezza, Italy, will happen on August 7th, and we will begin our trek on this day.

The hut-to-hut trek will include 6 nights stays in huts called Refugios. These are not the small huts your mind might think of, but more like rustic hostels nestled in the Dolomite range, where we will sleep in dorm style rooms, dine on half-board meals (large portions, boasting the region’s delicious fares!) and beverages, and enjoy the magestic alpine views. Each night we will rest up, enjoy each other’s company and prepare for the next day’s adventure.

After these 6 days, we will transfer back to Venice. You will book your flights for the morning of August 14th from Venice back to your home. Optionally you can stay in Venice on either end of the trip to get your sightseeing in!

Who:

Women who hike or who want to do intense hiking. Women from anywhere. Women with a passion for the outdoors (especially epic mountains!), travel, culture and meaningful experiences in the wild. Women who want to learn and discover what their limits are. Women who want to uncover or rediscover themselves. As stated above, you’ll need to train for this 6 day trek WITH a 20-30 pound pack. You can do this- but the effort involved is real.

Why:

When is the last time you enjoyed a week for yourself? To develop the inner you and to have adventures you deserve? This is a trip not to be missed in a location you need to visit in your lifetime! This hut-to-hut hike is the best way to see this part of the world and immerse yourself in Northern Italy’s amazing culture.

What:

A women’s vacation and retreat built to help you rediscover you, your passions, and this beautiful earth you live on. An experience that will make you feel youthful and adventurous (and tired!). A moment to be close whatever it is that drives you. A bonding experience not to be missed.

We will hike together. Make lots of new friends, and laugh a lot. Star and moon gaze. And we will create unforgettable memories, together, of course.

IMPORTANT NOTE: tHIS RETREAT WILL INVOLVE WILD ADVENTURES. WE ENCOURAGE YOU TO STRIVE for and GET TO A MODERATE/advanced HIKE LEVEL BY June 1 2024 SO YOU CAN BE READY TO trek/hike and adventure WITH THE GROUP. iF YOU HAVE ANY QUESTIONS AT ALL ABOUT WHAT THIS MEANS, JUST ASK! wendy@intothewildphotocamp.com

Disclaimer: Due to the nature of retreat planning- there are not refunds, only re-sales of your ticket in which you must find a buyer. IMPORTANT: if you end up not being ready for this hike, you can transfer your ticket to another trip for a $500 fee plus the difference in costs between retreats.

We aim for friendships to be formed with other wild women- it’s one of the top features of Into the Wild retreats, as stated by women who’ve participated in the past. ALL rooms are SHARED rooms. Again, with the nature of the mountain huts, all rooms are shared occupancy. We know- this sounds scary. But it always turns out to be the best!

A reminder: your expenses are all paid, except your flights to and from Venice from your home, extra alcohol, extra snacks and any souvenirs. We cover lodging, activities, food, transport, etc!

This is not a photography-based version of Into the Wild, but you may certainly bring your DSLR and ask advice or questions about photography and Wendy will be happy to help!