Winter tour in Friuli Venezia Giulia

Day 2: Tarvisio - Circular trail in the Val Saisera

(approx. 15 km)

After your breakfast, a transfer will take you to the Saisera Valley. The "Saisera Wild Track", which takes a loop trail in the bottom of the entire valley, passes environments of rare beauty, sparse forests and open spaces on the creek bed to the mouth of the Spragna, gateway to the world of high mountain walls. Today‘s route can be tackled in its entirety starting from the mouth of the valley, or shortened by staying in the upper part. In the evening a transfer will take you back to your hotel.

Day 3: Tarvisio - Kranjska Gora - Planica - Tarvisio

(approx. 25 km)

Today‘s stage begins with a transfer to Kranjska Gora at the Nordic Centre Planica. The cross-country skiing between Planica and Rateče takes place in an idyllic snowy setting with views of the Slovenian peaks. In the afternoon, those who wish can learn about the magical world of „mushers,“ the sled drivers, by experiencing the thrill of a dog sled ride on the slopes of the Fusine Plain (not included).

Day 4: Tarvisio - Sappada - Forni Avoltri

(approx. 15 km)

In the morning a transfer will take you to Sappada in the Friulian Dolomites. In this little town, the practice of cross-country skiing has a long tradition: it is the land of Olympic champions such as Silvio Fauner, Pietro Piller Cottrer, Marina Piller and Lisa Vittozzi. The loop trail, suitable even for beginners, runs through the silence of the woods. In the afternoon you can choose to be transferred to Piani di Luzza at the Carnia Arena, the International Federal Biathlon Center. Here, accompanied by a guide, you can get closer to the discipline of Biathlon, which includes shooting at the air rifle range (not included).

Day 5: Sappada

(approx. 15 - 27 km)

Spend today on the trails around Sappada, surrounded by the Dolomites. These trails, from beginner trails to tourist and competitive trails, are suitable for everyone.

Day 6: Sappada - Forni di Sopra

(approx. 15 km)

Today‘s stage will take you to Forni di Sopra. The cross-country trail runs along the bed of the Tagliamento river and is part of Dolomiti Nordicski. In the afternoon you´ll go on a „Cjaspole e Frico“ hike, combining sport with snowshoes (“ciaspe” or “ciaspole") with local gastronomy accompanied by a guide who will let you discover the typical flavors of the area.

Day 7: Forni di Sopra

Today is dedicated to relaxation. Those who wish can take a snowshoe hike along the Tagliamento river followed by a tasting of local "grappa" (not included).

Day 8: Departure

Individual departure or possibility to extend your stay.

By car: programmable itinerary at www.viamichelin.it, https://www.google.com/maps/

By train: Tarvisio Boscoverde station. Schedules at www.deutschebahn.de, www.oebb.at, www.trenitalia.com.

By plane: Trieste Airport. On request we can organize transfers to and from the airport.

3*** and/or 4****category hotels.

Attention: The tourist tax (if requested) has to be paid on the spot.

Subject to availability, possible at or near the arrival hotel; not bookable, payment on site.

We suggest travel insurance.