ITALY - DOLOMITES
Discover the Dolomites with me, a week of mountain photography in a unique setting, an unforgettable experience of hiking and discovering extraordinary locations
JANUARY (winter tour) JULY (summer tour) 2024
Who the tour is for:
Hikers
All hiking and walking enthusiasts, the tour includes an average of 3-4 hours a day of hiking through the fjords, you will face several hundred meters of altitude difference daily with all the supplies to eat, sleep and photograph. No physical training is required, but certainly good health and a predisposition to the long uphill walk.
Photographers
This trip is specifically for photographers, we are not tourists and every day we will try to take pictures to get the most out of our images. Of course we will sleep little, but we will bring home incredible memories of the extraordinary images.
Mountain Lovers
We will spend a lot of time in the mountains, explore all the most beautiful areas, and rely on the different huts near the locations.It is important that each participant is in love with the alpine environment and accustomed to walking in this extraordinary scenery
WHEN & WHERE
Next Tour: JANUARY (winter tour) 2024
Schedule:
Day 1:
Meeting at the airport (depending on the participants’ flights, we will organise a general meeting), immigration formalities, transfer to the accommodation that will host us for this first night
Pick up at Venice Airport and transfer to San Martino di Castrozza, located near Pale di San Martino.Spend the night in Passo Rolle to explore the Pale di San Martino range at sunset.
Day 2:
Pale di San Martino and Transfer to Giau Pass
Capture the sunrise at Pale di San Martino, a stunning mountain range with rugged peaks.
Spend the morning exploring different viewpoints and photographing the unique rock formations in the Pale di San Martino area.
In the late morning, transfer to the Giau Pass area.
Enjoy the scenic drive through the Dolomites while heading towards Giau Pass.
Arrive at Giau Pass in the afternoon and spend the rest of the day photographing the breathtaking views from this mountain pass.
Spend the night near the Giau Pass.
Day 3:
Giau Pass and Three Peaks of Lavaredo
Start the day early to capture the sunrise at Giau Pass, a scenic mountain pass with panoramic views.
Afterward, transfer to the Three Peaks of Lavaredo, a famous landmark in the Dolomites.
Hike around the Three Peaks and capture their beauty from various angles.
Spend the night near the Three Peaks of Lavaredo for optimal photography opportunities.
Day 4:
Lagazuoi
Visit the Lagazuoi area, known for its dramatic landscapes and historical significance.
Take a cable car to the summit of Lagazuoi and capture breathtaking views of the surrounding mountains and valleys.
Explore the World War I tunnels and trenches on Lagazuoi and photograph the unique historical elements.
Spend the night in the Lagazuoi area.
Day 5:
Alpe di Siusi
Transfer to Alpe di Siusi, the largest high-altitude Alpine meadow in Europe.
Spend the day capturing the stunning landscapes, wildflowers, and picturesque villages of Alpe di Siusi.
Take a hike or rent a bicycle to explore the area and find unique vantage points for photography.
Spend the night in the Alpe di Siusi area.
Day 6:
Seceda
Travel to the Seceda area, known for its iconic mountain views and vibrant alpine scenery.
Take a cable car to Seceda and photograph the panoramic views of the Dolomites, including the Odle Group.
Explore the hiking trails in the area and capture the beauty of the meadows, forests, and rugged peaks.
Spend the night near Seceda.
Day 7:
Departure
Depart from the Dolomites and transfer back to Venice Airport.
Depending on your flight time, you may have the opportunity to capture the sunrise during the drive.
Arrive at the airport with ample time before your flight.
Some views of our tour:
Theory Sessions:
Alex Wides
Your Guide
FAQs:
This experience is specifically for anyone who enjoys photographing the mountain landscape. If you are already a hiker and are looking for the best trails and views, then this is the perfect trip for you. It won’t be a strenuous experience in terms of walking but it will be a bit challenging, so pack your essentials and let’s go to explore the beauty
All hotels are included in the price, half-board meals are also included (so lunches in case we shoot the sunset, and vice versa)
We will spend a night or two at most at each location, the overnight stays will be close to the shooting spots, we will have breakfast before or after sunrise depending on the season, all nights are in a hotel in a shared double room with private bathroom
Any photographic journey is definitely not a holiday, it will be quite tiring; our hikes will not be very stressful actually, however, some physical fitness is required to face each walk with serenity…
Nothing special, each photographer will have to bring his or her own camera equipment which is recommended to be very light, clothing is classic for mountains, so several thermal Layers, from T-shirts to a down jacket for the night with shell and waterproof pants.
No particular level of experience is required, however a minimum of practice with the camera is required, Alex remains available to photographers should there be any need
The transfers and nights in the hotel, half board food and the car/vans driven by our guides (gasoline included)
Flights, extra meals, extras, and anything not expressly mentioned in “What’s included in the fee?”.
