Uplifting Adventures in the Dolomites
Tailormade Journeys
The Dolomites possess a raw, jagged beauty that takes your breath away. The air is so clear, the colors so bright that you feel as though you have woken from a dream. Summer is particularly life-affirming, when from June to September the snow retreats revealing wildflower meadows and azure lakes, drawing hikers, cyclists and adventurists, nature-lovers and food-lovers. Pretty alpine towns such as Cortina d’Ampezzo – snow-covered ski resorts in winter – become destinations for foodies in summer, where slopeside restaurants with cinematic widescreen views serve up award-winning cuisine. Designated a UNESCO World Heritage site for its exceptional natural beauty, the mountain range also holds darker secrets; it was a lesser-known front in WWI, bitterly fought over, and today you can see the trenches, forts, and tunnels within the Marmolada Glacier.
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Renowned for its jagged, snowcapped peaks, northeastern Italy’s Dolomites Mountain range is adored by mountaineers, culture-seekers and nature lovers alike. The region’s culture blends Italian and Austrian influences, a mix perhaps best reflected in its distinctive wines and cheeses. After touching down in Venice, settle in at your hotel in Cortina d’Ampezzo, an iconic resort town known as the “Queen of the Dolomites.”
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2 The Dolomites – E-Bike Mountain Ride
Join your cycling guide for an e-bike ride along the Cortina-to-Calalzo path, a spectacular cycle trail that traces the route of a former railway across scenic bridges and winding mountain passes. Your e-bike does the work on the steeper climbs, allowing you to focus on the amazing views. Reach Malga Federa, a mountain farm with sweeping valley views. Then, hike onward to Lake Federa for more dramatic Dolomite panoramas. Hop back on your e-bike for the descent to Campo, a Ladin village with a unique Rhaeto-Romance language.
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3 Dolomites – Ladin Culinary Adventure
Delve into the nuances of traditional Ladin cuisine with a hands-on cooking class. Join a local expert chef in their kitchen, where you learn to prepare mountain dishes such as canederli, strudel and gnocchi. Then, sample the local wine while you decide which dish is your new favorite.
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4 Dolomites – The Five Towers
Ascend along winding roads by Jeep and on foot for a view of five peaks so stunning UNESCO recognized them as part of the world’s natural heritage: the Cinque Torri (Five Towers). Then head to Rifugio Scoiattoli for a spectacular lunch set high on the slopes overlooking the Cinque Torri. Afterward, explore the open-air Museum of the Great War. Set at the foot of the Marmolada glacier, the museum commemorates the site of the war’s little-known high-altitude battles.
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5 Dolomites – Bounty of the Mountains
Head to a traditional dairy farm just outside Cortina to see how fresh goat’s milk is lovingly transformed into the world’s finest ricotta. After a lunch featuring the farm’s products, tour the stables to see how these prized goats have been raised for countless generations. End with a taste of Agrigelato, a frozen local specialty made with farm-fresh eggs and milk.
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6 Depart Venice
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Conquer challenging inclines on an e-bike adventure in the Ampezzo Valley, surrounded by jagged peaks and turquoise alpine lakes
Learn to cook in the style of the Ladin people; rustic, rich and comforting, this is mountain food at its finest
The five spires of the Cinque Torri rise out of the earth like ancient sculptures: hike among them with an expert naturalist
Experience a slower pace at a traditional dairy farm, where cheese-making shows off the true flavours of the Dolomites
Abercrombie & Kent, Well-Travelled Since 1962
We have been spinning dreams into remarkable adventures for discerning travellers for more than 60 years, ever since our founder pioneered the first modern luxury safari in Africa. Today we are the world’s leading travel company, taking guests to the earth’s wildest frontiers on all seven continents.
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Behind every A&K journey is an international support system of more than 2,500 staff, in 60 offices, in 35 countries, on all seven continents. Our on-the-ground “guardian angels” provide 24/7 support, and are there to hold your hand whenever you need it, so you can travel with confidence.
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We are all the guardians of our amazing planet, and we believe travel should be considered, mindful, responsible. A force for good. Every trip you book with us supports the initiatives of A&K Philanthropy, positively impacting communities and conservation efforts in the places where we travel.
The A&K Family
For all the world’s infinite wonders, it is our people that guests remember most. Our family of experts, from polar explorers to well-connected local guides, bring together their spark, knowledge, and care to make every A&K journey remarkable.
Ways to Travel with A&K
We understand better than anyone what it means to travel well. Since that inaugural safari on the wide-open plains of Kenya in 1962, Abercrombie & Kent has perfected the art of crafting superlative adventures. Our global network of experts pour heart, soul and astounding knowledge into every trip, dedicated to creating the journey of a lifetime, every time.
Our portfolio of journeys now spans all seven continents. However you want to travel, we can arrange it. Sail on an expedition ship to Antarctica, take the slow train through Peru, explore Africa’s greatest national parks on the ultimate private-jet-set safari. Join a group on a journey led by expert guides, or embark on the bespoke adventure of your dreams. Wherever you want to travel, A&K can take you there.
Small Group Journeys
Our guided journeys redefine the concept of the group tour, bringing together a select collective of like-minded souls seeking shared adventures – led by best-in-the-business experts who bring every destination to life.
Private Travel
Every private journey we create is unique. Tell us where you want to travel and we will craft your dream adventure; or be inspired by our collection of expertly designed Tailormade Journeys, customizable to suit you.
Cruises
Travelling by boat brings a fresh perspective on the world. Our voyages transport you to sensational and otherwise-inaccessible regions, whether that’s an intrepid polar expedition or a timeless river cruise along the Nile.
Private Jet
Flying privately opens up the farthest-flung corners of the world. Charter your own or join one of our private-jet group journeys by private jet – the most ambitious and awe-inspiring itineraries in modern adventure travel.
Safari
Abercrombie & Kent pioneered the first modern luxury safari in the 1960s, and today we continue to set the gold standard for wildlife adventures, with our own safari lodges in six countries in Africa.
Conquer challenging inclines on an e-bike adventure in the Ampezzo Valley, surrounded by jagged peaks and turquoise alpine lakes
Learn to cook in the style of the Ladin people; rustic, rich and comforting, this is mountain food at its finest
The five spires of the Cinque Torri rise out of the earth like ancient sculptures: hike among them with an expert naturalist
Experience a slower pace at a traditional dairy farm, where cheese-making shows off the true flavours of the Dolomites
Abercrombie & Kent, Well-Travelled Since 1962
We have been spinning dreams into remarkable adventures for discerning travellers for more than 60 years, ever since our founder pioneered the first modern luxury safari in Africa. Today we are the world’s leading travel company, taking guests to the earth’s wildest frontiers on all seven continents.
Travel Your Way
For six decades we have been refining the art of bespoke travel, showing every guest the world in a fresh light. We understand that every traveller is unique – tell our experts what you love doing and where you want to go, and we will create the trip of your dreams or match you to your ideal journey.
With You All The Way
Behind every A&K journey is an international support system of more than 2,500 staff, in 60 offices, in 35 countries, on all seven continents. Our on-the-ground “guardian angels” provide 24/7 support, and are there to hold your hand whenever you need it, so you can travel with confidence.
Travel Thoughtfully
We are all the guardians of our amazing planet, and we believe travel should be considered, mindful, responsible. A force for good. Every trip you book with us supports the initiatives of A&K Philanthropy, positively impacting communities and conservation efforts in the places where we travel.
The A&K Family
For all the world’s infinite wonders, it is our people that guests remember most. Our family of experts, from polar explorers to well-connected local guides, bring together their spark, knowledge, and care to make every A&K journey remarkable.
Ways to Travel with A&K
We understand better than anyone what it means to travel well. Since that inaugural safari on the wide-open plains of Kenya in 1962, Abercrombie & Kent has perfected the art of crafting superlative adventures. Our global network of experts pour heart, soul and astounding knowledge into every trip, dedicated to creating the journey of a lifetime, every time.
Our portfolio of journeys now spans all seven continents. However you want to travel, we can arrange it. Sail on an expedition ship to Antarctica, take the slow train through Peru, explore Africa’s greatest national parks on the ultimate private-jet-set safari. Join a group on a journey led by expert guides, or embark on the bespoke adventure of your dreams. Wherever you want to travel, A&K can take you there.
Small Group Journeys
Our guided journeys redefine the concept of the group tour, bringing together a select collective of like-minded souls seeking shared adventures – led by best-in-the-business experts who bring every destination to life.
Private Travel
Every private journey we create is unique. Tell us where you want to travel and we will craft your dream adventure; or be inspired by our collection of expertly designed Tailormade Journeys, customizable to suit you.
Cruises
Travelling by boat brings a fresh perspective on the world. Our voyages transport you to sensational and otherwise-inaccessible regions, whether that’s an intrepid polar expedition or a timeless river cruise along the Nile.
Private Jet
Flying privately opens up the farthest-flung corners of the world. Charter your own or join one of our private-jet group journeys by private jet – the most ambitious and awe-inspiring itineraries in modern adventure travel.
Safari
Abercrombie & Kent pioneered the first modern luxury safari in the 1960s, and today we continue to set the gold standard for wildlife adventures, with our own safari lodges in six countries in Africa.
About Abercrombie & Kent
For Life's Most Epic Adventures
From that first humble safari camp in 1962, Abercrombie & Kent has grown into the world’s leading experiential travel company, creating agenda-setting adventures in more than 100 countries. Today, our portfolio of places to stay encompasses safari lodges and mobile camps in countries across Africa, Private Estates to rent in Tuscany, elegant riverboats on the Nile and the Amazon.
Our global powerhouse of innovators – destination experts, brilliant local guides, specialists in science and culture, well-connected super-fixers – continually strive to seek out those truly original, exclusive experiences beyond the reach of most travellers.
We are committed to advancing travel as a force for good. Every journey booked with us helps support A&K Philanthropy initiatives, positively impacting local communities in the wilderness areas where we travel. Geoffrey Kent’s founding principles – that travel should be awe-inspiring, exciting, memorable and considered – remain our motivation today. And though we have grown into an international company spanning all seven continents, we still share that one same mission. To craft the adventure of a lifetime, every time.
About Abercrombie & Kent
For Life's Most Epic Adventures
From that first humble safari camp in 1962, Abercrombie & Kent has grown into the world’s leading experiential travel company, creating agenda-setting adventures in more than 100 countries. Today, our portfolio of places to stay encompasses safari lodges and mobile camps in countries across Africa, Private Estates to rent in Tuscany, elegant riverboats on the Nile and the Amazon.
Our global powerhouse of innovators – destination experts, brilliant local guides, specialists in science and culture, well-connected super-fixers – continually strive to seek out those truly original, exclusive experiences beyond the reach of most travellers.
We are committed to advancing travel as a force for good. Every journey booked with us helps support A&K Philanthropy initiatives, positively impacting local communities in the wilderness areas where we travel. Geoffrey Kent’s founding principles – that travel should be awe-inspiring, exciting, memorable and considered – remain our motivation today. And though we have grown into an international company spanning all seven continents, we still share that one same mission. To craft the adventure of a lifetime, every time.
