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Alta Via 2: complete hiking + via ferrata route guide

26 November 2023

Last Updated on 22 April 2025

For all the thousands of kilometres of incredible mountains that comprise the European Alps, there’s hardly an equal to the Italian Dolomites. Characterised by jagged limestone (dolomite) peaks, dramatic glacier-carved valleys, and the kind of alpine lakes that seem painted from the pages of a storybook, this jaw-dropping mountain range in Northeastern Italy is quite unlike anywhere else on the planet and, as such, is one of the world’s premier hiking destinations.

The best way to experience the splendour of this region is along Alta Via 2, the longest of the “high routes” that cut across the Dolomites. Often overshadowed by the popularity of Alta Via 1, AV2 presents an altogether different experience— crowds are low, the diversity of scenery is unparalleled, and frequent via ferrata ensure that this is so much more than just a garden variety hike.

This guide will tell you absolutely everything you need to know about planning and embarking on a truly epic adventure along AV2, from booking mountain huts and seeking out the best via ferrata to daily route descriptions and navigation essentials.

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  • About Alta Via 2
    • Alta Via 2: is it for you?
  • Planning your Alta Via 2 hike
    • When to go
    • Essential resources & maps
    • Via ferrata on Alta Via 2
    • Mountain huts on Alta Via 2
    • Booking mountain huts
    • Alpine Club membership
  • Getting to & from the trailhead
    • Getting to Bressanone/Brixen
    • Where to stay in Bressanone
    • Getting from Croce d’Aune to other destinations
    • Getting to the Alta Via 2 trailhead
  • *Detailed Alta Via 2 itinerary
    • 12-day Alta Via 2 itinerary (recommended)
    • 9-day Alta Via 2 itinerary
    • Day 1: Bressanone to Rifugio Genova + Via Ferrata Sass d’Putia
    • Day 2: Rifugio Genova to Rifugio Puez + Via Ferrata Piz Duleda
    • Day 3: Rifugio Puez to Rifugio Pisciadú + Via Ferrata Gran Cir, Piz da Cir, Brigata Tridentina
    • Day 4: Rifugio Pisciadú to Piz Boè + Cima Pisciadú
    • Day 5: Piz Boè to Rifugio Castiglioni Marmolada 
    • Day 6: Lago di Fedaia to San Pellegrino + Via Ferrata delle Trincee
    • Day 7: Passo San Pellegrino to Rifugio Volpi al Mulaz
    • Day 8: Rifugio Mulaz to Rifugio Pradidali
    • Day 9: Rifugio Pradidali to Rifugio Treviso + Via Ferrata Porton & Nico Gusella
    • Day 10: Rifugio Treviso to Passo Cereda + Via Ferrata Canalone
    • Day 11: Passo Cereda to Rifugio Boz
    • Day 12: Rifugio Boz to Croce d’Aune
  • What to expect on the trail
    • Navigation
    • Terrain
    • Food & other supplies
    • Water 
  • Essential via ferrata gear for Alta Via 2

About Alta Via 2

Stretching from Bressanone/Brixen in the north to Croce d’Aune (near Feltre) in the south, Alta Via 2 is a spectacular long-distance route that incorporates as much as 200km of scenic trails and long stretches of exposed cables as it meanders through alpine meadows, wraps around dramatic cliffs, and conquers high mountain passes.

The first half of AV2 journeys through the northern province of South Tyrol—annexed by Italy following WWI, this historically Austrian region has retained much of its heritage and the influence is still profound, with locals speaking German as a first language (indignant correction: they speak Austrian!) and food that is a blend of mountain Italian/Austrian (less pasta and pizza, more sauerkraut and polenta).

Around Marmolada at the midpoint of the hike (day 5/6/7, depending on your exact itinerary), Av2 crosses into Belluno, a distinctly more Italian province that represents a change in language, cuisine, and culture. Remain curious and you’ll get a lot more out of AV2 than just incredible scenery!

Alta Via 2 Italian Dolomites hiking via ferrata guide
Alta Via 2 Italian Dolomites hiking via ferrata guide

AV2 is in many ways the most challenging of the 6-10 Alta Via that zig-zag across the Dolomites— this route is long, gains a significant amount of elevation, navigates often rough terrain, and has frequent unavoidable sections of via ferrata that necessitate careful footwork and a good head for heights. All that combines to make it one of the most exhilarating multi-day routes in Europe!

  • Trailhead: Bressanone/Brixen (ending in Croce d’Aune, near Feltre)
  • Time to complete: 10-14 days
  • Distance: 160km (100mi) OR 200km+ (125mi) with the side-trips recommended in this guide!
  • Elevation gain: 12,500m (41,010ft) + much more with side-trips!
Alta Via 2 hiking guide
Alta Via 2 map [Cicerone]

Alta Via 2: is it for you?

  • You can hike up to 8hrs for 10-14 days in a row, often on very steep or uneven terrain
  • You have some limited experience climbing via ferrata, scrambling, or basic mountaineering— at a minimum, you have steady footing and a solid head for heights, plus all the necessary via ferrata gear
  • You are able to carry 10-15kg in your backpack for the entire duration of the trek
  • You have basic navigational skills and know how to read a map and/or GPS
  • You know what to do in the case of a medical emergency and you have a way to call for help (e.g. Garmin InReach Mini 2)

To characterise this as a “just a hike” would be to do AV2 a disservice, but it’s an experience that defies simple classification— a combination of protected scrambling, long-distance trekking, and the feeling of a rugged backcountry journey with all the convenience of mountain huts and hot food. It’s no small task and shouldn’t be undertaken lightly, but with careful preparation, this is sure to be a favourite.

Alta Via 2 solo hiking guide
Descending to Passo Cereda on Alta Via 2

Planning your Alta Via 2 hike

When to go

Most huts in the Italian Dolomites open for the season in mid-June and close again by mid-September, coinciding with the best weather window for AV2. Here’s a little bit of what you can expect during each month of summer in the Dolomites:

  • JUNE: lingering spring snow keeps crowds very low & you’ll likely get away without hut reservations; temps are lower & afternoon showers are common
  • JULY: with the snow gone, trails & huts become busier; possibility of thunderstorms, but also the possibility of 30C bluebird days!
  • AUGUST: the absolute busiest time to be in the Dolomites, as Italians flood the trails during their holiday period; hut bookings are essential, but weather also tends to be very stable
  • SEPTEMBER: crowds wane, particularly later in the month, and hut booking may not be necessary; pack & prepare for possible snowfall, which adds difficulty but also a lot of beauty to the landscape!

The Dolomites are known to be somewhat wild when it comes to weather and it’s not uncommon to experience several seasons in a single day, even during July & August. Whatever your dates, prepare for sporadic and often unpredictable thunderstorms (by bringing rain gear and adequate layers)— if it rains in the morning, the afternoon tends to be clear and I never experienced more than a few hours of uninterrupted precipitation, but expect to get wet at some point. For reference, I hiked AV2 from 4-17 July 2022 and we had 1 major day of rain.

Tabacco Maps & Cicerone Guidebooks are an AV2 essential!

Essential resources & maps

My custom GPS route

Especially for those following my custom AV2 adventure route, the absolute BEST navigational resource is my custom AV2 GPS map— built from personal experience, packed with nearly 200 waypoints & crazy-detailed trail notes to help you navigate safely, on and off trail.

The map is available as a JSON & GPX download, and is compatible with all major GPS mapping devices/watches AND inexpensive GPS apps available on your smartphone, like CalTopo, Gaia GPS, and AllTrails. Let me help you plan & confidently navigate Alta Via 2!

My custom AV2 map includes:

  • Complete daily tracks for the full AV2 route, with trail stats, elevation profiles & terrain insights
  • 12 scenic side trips, from quick summits to epic via ferrata— each with a dedicated GPS track & trail notes
  •  Clear detours to avoid via ferrata or exposed sections, if needed
  • 168 key waypoints, including daily tracks, mountain huts, side trips, via ferrata, cable/ladder sections & other key junctions to help you navigate
sHOP AV2 CUSTOM MAP

Tabacco maps

If you want to supplement your planning with physical maps, you’ll need quite a stack for AV2 (but if you’re on a budget, you can visualise 85% of the route by purchasing only Map 07 and 022).

  • Tabacco Map 030 (Bressanone)
  • Tabacco Map 07 (Alta Badia)
  • Tabacco Map 015 (Marmolada)
  • Tabacco Map 022 (Pale Di San Martino)
  • Tabacco Map 023 (Alpi Feltrine)

Cicerone guide books

The only official publication for Alta Via 2 is the Cicerone guidebook, which underwent a much-needed update in late 2022 and now provides current and very thorough information on the entire route. If you buy any book, this will surely be the most useful.

  • Alta Via 2 – Trekking in the Dolomites by Gillian Price

Split across 2 volumes, these guidebooks also contain detailed route descriptions for all of the via ferrata along AV2, among many others:

  • Via Ferratas of the Italian Dolomites: Vol 1: 75 routes-North, Central and East Ranges by Graham Fletcher & John Smith
  • Via Ferratas of the Italian Dolomites: Vol 2: Southern Dolomites, Brenta and Lake Garda by Graham Fletcher & John Smith
Alta Via 2 Italian Dolomites hiking via ferrata guide
Via Ferrata Porton

Via ferrata on Alta Via 2

For those unfamiliar with via ferrata, this may be the part of AV2 that prompts the most uncertainty, but it’s also what makes the route so spectacular. Translating to “iron route” in Italian, via ferrata is a form of protected climbing that was invented during WWI as a means of getting soldiers up and over challenging peaks with minimal technical experience or equipment. Today, it’s an amazing form of recreation, with hundreds of via ferrata in the Italian Dolomites alone!

Clipped into a fixed cable for continuous protection, via ferrata routes (sometimes denoted as Klettersteig or EEA) ascend steep rock faces and traverse exposed ledges through the use of ladders, pegs, stemples, and even the occasional bridge, bringing those with limited climbing experience to incredible heights.

Alta Via 2 Italian Dolomites hiking via ferrata guide
Alta Via 2 Italian Dolomites hiking via ferrata guide

My adventure route of AV2 describes numerous side-trips that incorporate occasionally challenging and always exciting via ferrata, but it’s super important to note once again that Alta Via 2 has unavoidable sections of cable, meaning you will HAVE to do some via ferrata if you want to complete this route, even if you skip every side-trip.

These en route ferrata are typically rated as a 1 or 2 in difficulty (out of 5 or 6, depending on which rating system you’re using) and they are certainly manageable for those without prior experience, but I’ll reiterate that you DO need a strong head for heights, proper gear, and knowledge of how to use it.

To learn more about via ferrata in the Dolomites, check out this post: Via ferrata in the Italian Dolomites: the ultimate beginner’s guide

*If you’re new to via ferrata or looking to improve your confidence on technical routes, Explore-Share connects you with experienced local guides in the Dolomites who can provide instruction and help you safely navigate the exposed sections of AV4.

Alta Via 2 Italian Dolomites hiking via ferrata guide
Alta Via 2 Italian Dolomites hiking via ferrata guide
Alta Via 2 Italian Dolomites hiking via ferrata guide
Rifugio Pradidali

Mountain huts on Alta Via 2

As wild camping is not permitted along Alta Via 2 (or anywhere in the Dolomites), you’ll have the distinct treat of sleeping in a warm bed every night as you hike from Bressanone to Croce d’Aune. Mountain huts, or rifugi, are such a wonderful part of the Alta Via experience, typically offering a mix of dorms and private rooms for ~25-35€ and half-board (accommodation that includes a 3-course dinner and brekky) for ~50-75€. Be sure to check out my section on Alpine Club membership below for info about how you can save as much as 18€ per night on hut accommodation!

If you want to learn more about mountain huts in the Dolomites and what to expect during your stay, including details about food and facilities, be sure to check out this specific post: Everything you need to know about mountain huts (rifugi) in the Italian Dolomites

Alta Via 2 Italian Dolomites hiking via ferrata guide
Alta Via 2 Italian Dolomites hiking via ferrata guide

I collected heaps of specific details on all the mountain huts along AV2 and collated it in a table for easy reference; those included in my recommended itinerary are marked with a star 🌟. Follow links for each hut to find out more about their booking process.

HutRoomFoodShowers ConnectivityAlpine Club
Schlüterhütte Rifugio Genova 🌟26/34€ (dorm/small room)

54/62€ half board (dorm/small room)
A la carte (approx 10-15€ for dinner, 9€ brekky), great selection of food, wine, beer3€ for 5minWifi & strong mobile signalN/A
Rifugio Puez 🌟31€ (12pax dorm only, 3-level bunks are not a fave)

74€ half board
A la carte or half board4€ for 4minNone-11€ discount
Rifugio Piscadiu 🌟33/39€ (dorms/small rooms)

70/75€ (dorms/small rooms)
A la carte (approx 10-15€ for dinner, 14€ for 1L of wine, 4.5€ Aperol spritz, 12€ breakfast) or half board3€ for 4min (4-6pm only)Wifi & weak mobile signal-10€ discount (-14.5€ room only)
Rifugio Boè38€ (dorms only, smallest 4 person)

69€ half board
A la carte or half board, extensive menu with great lunch!1€ for 1minNone-10€ discount
Rifugio Capanna Piz Fassa (Piz Boè) 🌟70€ half board (rustic shared rooms, smallest 3ppl)A la carte or half board (super large 3-course, could share between 2 people)NoWeak mobile signalN/A
Rifugio Castiglioni Marmolada 🌟31/42€ (dorm/ private)

58/69€ half board (dorm/ private)
A la carte (approx 10-15€ for dinner, add 6€ for breakfast); half board includes 3-course dinner and breakfastUnlimited & free!

*Washing machine and dryer (4€ for each, must have 2€ coins)
Wifi & very weak mobile signal (go 100m outside for better signal)N/A
Rifugio Volpi al Mulaz 🌟34€ (dorm room; privates only for half board)

74/69€ half board (private room/dorm)
Half board with 3-course dinner; get the vin brûlée (hot wine)!Not open due to water limits Weak mobile signal outside-17€ discount
Rifugio Rosetta 42€ (dorm)

75€ half board (only shared rooms, but some as small as 3ppl)
Half board for dinner, a la carte option for lunch only 7€ (frequently out of water)No wifi, mobile signal outside the hut-17€ discount (-20€ room only)
Rifugio Pradidali 🌟75€ half boardHalf boardNoNo mobile signal-17€ discount
Rifugio Treviso 🌟36€ (only shared rooms, but as small as 4ppl)

65€ half board
Half board, great lunch options (10-15€; try the spicy veg sandwich!)6€ for 30L of water (no time limit—best shower in the Dolomites)Wifi, weak mobile signal outside the hut-15€ discount (-18€ room only)
Rifugio Cereda 🌟45€ (dorm; 160€ for 4pax room)

65€ half board (dorm)
A la carte or half board, outstanding brekky + 2.5€ Aperol Spritz!UnlimitedWifi & strong mobile signal N/A
Rifugio Boz 🌟28€ (dorm)

58€ half board
Half board only, limited food & drink menu 5€ for 25L of water Wifi, no reception-10€ discount (-13.5€ room only)
Rifugio Dal Piaz28€ (dorm)

55€ half board
Half board5€Limited reception-11€ discount (-14€ room only)
Summary of mountain huts along Alta Via 2; prices current as of 2023
Alta Via 2 Italian Dolomites hiking via ferrata guide
Rifugio Pisciadú

Booking mountain huts

The process of booking these mountain huts is fairly simple once you decide where you want to stay— depending on the hut, you’ll either need to send an email request or fill out a contact form on their website with your dates and party size. Follow links for each hut in the table above to find out more about their booking process.

Things can become more complicated when the huts require a deposit, as several do, but my best advice is to use the app/website Wise for all of your international transfers! I’ve been using this for over 10 years (since I first moved to Australia) to send money overseas; it’s fast, reliable, and WAY cheaper than traditional wire transfers.

Alta Via 2 Italian Dolomites hiking via ferrata guide
Alta Via 2 Italian Dolomites hiking via ferrata guide

Do you need to reserve mountain huts in advance? Alta Via 2 is only gaining in popularity, so you should absolutely reserve spots in mountain huts several months in advance to avoid disappointment and guarantee the itinerary you want, with a couple exceptions:

* solo hikers: if you’re hiking alone, even during the busy season, it is almost always possible to arrive without a reservation and find a bed. The risk isn’t zero, but you can aim to arrive early at popular huts for a better chance of snagging a cancellation; even then, the worst case is that you’ll probably have to sleep in the dining room.
*early season: if you’re hiking outside of peak season (late June to mid-July seems to be the quietest time), you’ll also have good luck finding space in most huts without a reservation. I absolutely wouldn’t risk this with a large party, but a group of 2-3 should fare reasonably well without advance bookings.

Alta Via 2 Italian Dolomites hiking via ferrata guide
Pleasant hike from the Forcella to Rifugio Genova

Alpine Club membership

The CAI (Club Alpino Italiano, or Italian Alpine Club) operates a staggering 433 mountain huts and 224 bivouacs throughout the Italian Alps, offering discounts to its members that range from approximately 10-18€ per night. My top hack for saving money along Alta Via 2 is to join an Alpine Club— it doesn’t even need to be the Italian Alpine Club, as most European Clubs offer reciprocal discounts!

The best reason to become an Alpine Club member, though, is for the emergency medical insurance, valid anywhere in the WORLD (yes, you read that right). In the case of the Austrian Alpine Club, this includes 25,000€ in emergency rescue costs, 10,000€ in medical coverage, and unlimited repatriation, among other benefits.

I personally joined the Academic Section of the Austrian Alpine Club (Alpenverein Österreich, Akademische Sektion Innsbruck) because they were offering subsidised membership in 2022 for just 18€— annual dues have since increased to 69€ (+ add a partner for 53€), which is comparable to other clubs, but I find the Austrian website particularly easy to use and you can sign up entirely online, no need to visit an office!

Alta Via 2 Italian Dolomites hiking via ferrata guide
Alta Via 2 Italian Dolomites hiking via ferrata guide
Alta Via 2 Italian Dolomites hiking via ferrata guide

Staying at the huts I recommend in my AV2 itinerary, alpine club membership saves you a whopping 80€! Considering that the hut savings on AV2 alone PAYS for an entire year of club membership and therefore a year of worldwide mountain insurance, there is absolutely no reason not to join. These discounts and benefits extend all over the Alps— I recently used my membership for massive discounts in Slovenia’s Julian Alps, though thankfully haven’t had to access any emergency insurance yet. I’d highly, highly recommend this before any embarking on any adventures in the Dolomites and beyond.

Alta Via 2 Italian Dolomites hiking via ferrata guide
Alta Via 2 begins above Bressanone, Italy

Getting to & from the trailhead

Alta Via 2 begins just outside of Bressanone, Italy (which you’ll also see written as Brixen, since this part of South Tyrol is historically Austrian). It’s a descent sized town with good connection to larger cities nearby, so the easiest way to get to Bressanone/Brixen is to fly into either Munich, Germany; Innsbruck, Austria; Venice or Milan, Italy and then catch a train or bus.

Getting to Bressanone/Brixen

From Munich

  • Train company: Deutsche Bahn 
  • Route: München Hbf to Bressanone/Brixen
  • Time: 3.5hrs direct
  • Cost: 39.90€

From Innsbruck

  • Train company: Deutsche Bahn
  • Route: Innsbruck Hbf to Bressanone/Brixen
  • Time: 1.5hrs direct
  • Cost: 23.15€

From Venice

  • Train company: Trenitalia
  • Route: Venezia Mestre to Bressanone/Brixen
  • Time: 2hrs direct
  • Cost: 44€ (specials from 19.9€)

From Milan

  • Train company: Trenitalia
  • Route: Milano Centrale to Verona OR Bolzano/Bozen to Bressanone/Brixen
  • Time: 4hrs with 1 stop
  • Cost: 32.90€

For mobile service in the Dolomites, I use Airalo, an amazing app that offers data eSIM packages for nearly every country in the world— you can activate the eSIM entirely from your phone, so you’ll have service as soon as you land in Italy without needing to track down a local mobile shop! Whether you’re a full-time traveller or casual explorer, this app is a game-changer.

Use code BROOKE2994 for $3 off your first eSIM with Airalo!

Where to stay in Bressanone

Getting from Croce d’Aune to other destinations

AV2 officially ends in the small mountain town of Croce d’Aune and, in all likelihood, your first step for onwards transit will be to get to the larger town of Feltre, either by walking 1.5-2hrs (8km), catching a local bus (with 1-2 transfers), or sharing a taxi (6 of us split the 40€ fare).

Once in Feltre, it’s easy to connect to other locations across Italy— direct buses (Brusutti SRL) run to Venice airport or train station and a (confusing) network of local buses also link to towns across the Dolomites, such as the major hiking hub of Cortina d’Ampezzo.

Alta Via 2 Italian Dolomites hiking via ferrata guide
The AV2 trailhead is at the top of Plose Gondola

Getting to the Alta Via 2 trailhead

Alta Via 2 officially begins at the top of the Plose Gondola above Bressanone/Brixen. You can access the lower gondola station by taxi or local bus (number 321 from the bus station) in about 30min and then ride the gondola to the upper station, where a network of trails lead off into the surrounding mountains.

A one-way ticket on the Plose Gondola costs 19€, but it’s totally free if you have a BrixenCard— this is a local discount card that provides free access to transport, issued as a complimentary perk from a number of hotels in Bressanone/Brixen. Be sure to check the list of participating hotels before you reserve accommodation to see if you can score a free bus and gondola ride!

Alta Via 2 Italian Dolomites hiking via ferrata guide
Setting off on Alta Via 2

*Detailed Alta Via 2 itinerary

12-day Alta Via 2 itinerary (recommended)

Described below (and in great detail within daily posts) is my ultimate Alta Via 2 itinerary, incorporating as many side-trips and via ferrata into the route as possible over the course of 12 fantastic days. The absolute BEST way to experience AV2 is to get off the main trail as often as possible— there are so many opportunities to mix up the standard route and inject a little magic into your hike, so that’s what I recommend here!

  • Day 1: Rifugio Genova + Via Ferrata Sass d’Putia (19.5km, 8hrs)
  • Day 2: Rifugio Puez + Via Ferrata Piz Duleda (12km, 6.5hrs)
  • Day 3: Rifugio Pisciadú + Via Ferrata Gran Cir, Piz da Cir, Brigata Tridentina en route (13km, 8hrs)
  • Day 4: Rifugio Piz Boè + Cima Pisciadú (5.5km, 3.25hrs) ~consider adding Via Ferrata Vallon
  • Day 5: Rifugio Castiglioni Marmolada (9.5km, 4.5hrs)
  • Day 6: Passo San Pellegrino + Via Ferrata delle Trincee (14.5km, 6hrs)
  • Day 7: Rifugio Volpi al Mulaz (13km, 5hrs)
  • Day 8: Rifugio Pradidali (16.4km, 7hrs)
  • Day 9: Rifugio Treviso + Via Ferrata Porton & Nico Gusella (10km, 9hrs)
  • Day 10: Passo Cereda + Via Ferrata Canalone (8km, 5hrs)
  • Day 11: Rifugio Boz (12.5km, 6.5hrs)
  • Day 12: Croce d’Aune (21km, 7hrs)

9-day Alta Via 2 itinerary

Fast hikers who are short on time and willing to sacrifice many of the spectacular via ferrata and other side trips along AV2 can certainly shorten their trip by several days. This speed-itinerary of AV2 condenses sections into a full 9-day hike (but I’d still encourage you to add in via ferrata if time allows!):

  • Day 1: Rifugio Puez (27.5km, 9.5hrs)
  • Day 2: Rifugio Pisciadú + Via Ferrata Brigata Tridentina en route (12km, 6hrs)
  • Day 3: Rifugio Castiglioni Marmolada (12km, 7hrs)
  • Day 4: Passo San Pellegrino (24.5km, 6hrs)
  • Day 5: Rifugio Rosetta (23km, 9.5hrs)
  • Day 6: Rifugio Treviso (13km, 6.5hrs)
  • Day 7: Passo Cereda + Via Ferrata Canalone (8km, 4.5hrs)
  • Day 8: Rifugio Boz (12.5km, 6.5hrs)
  • Day 9: Croce d’Aune (21km, 7hrs)

Stats quoted below and throughout my AV2 posts are for my recommended “adventure route” that incorporates side trips, summits & via ferrata whenever possible (in brackets, see stats for the standard AV2 route with no additions). 

Alta Via 2 Italian Dolomites hiking via ferrata guide
Via Ferrata Sass d’Putia

Day 1: Bressanone to Rifugio Genova + Via Ferrata Sass d’Putia

The first day of Alta Via 2 is one of the longer stages of the trail— although not overly demanding, it racks up nearly 20km with an easy via ferrata taking you up your first summit for amazing views of Puez-Odle Nature Park. It’s an excellent introduction of what’s to come over the next two weeks on AV2!

  • Trail hours: 8hrs (5hrs without via ferrata)
  • Distance: 19.5km (15.5km without via ferrata)
  • Elevation gain & loss: 1450m up & 1200m down (990m up & 730m down without via ferrata)
  • Side trips: Via Ferrata Sass d’Putia (up & back; 1B)— refer to Tabacco Map 07 & Cicerone Vol.1 (route 22)
  • Huts: (Rifugio Plose), Schlüterhütte-Rifugio Geneva
Day 1 route description
Alta Via 2 Italian Dolomites hiking via ferrata guide
Amazing scenery of Puez-Odle Nature Park

Day 2: Rifugio Genova to Rifugio Puez + Via Ferrata Piz Duleda

The second day on AV2 is incredibly scenic and features some of the best views in Parco Nazionale Puez-Odle within the first couple hours. If you’re looking to add a bit of extra adventure, there are also 3 short side trips and a great via ferrata easily incorporated into the day’s itinerary as the scenery gets more striking with every step.

  • Trail hours: 6.5hrs (4.5hrs without via ferrata)
  • Distance: 12km (12km without via ferrata)
  • Elevation gain & loss: 850m up & 700m down (900m up & 750m down without via ferrata)
  • Side trips: 3 quick viewpoints described below, Via Ferrata Piz Duleda (carry-over; 2C)— refer to Tabacco Map 07 & Cicerone Vol.1
  • Huts: Rifugio Puez
Day 2 route description
Alta Via 2 Italian Dolomites hiking via ferrata guide
Via Ferrata Gran Cir

Day 3: Rifugio Puez to Rifugio Pisciadú + Via Ferrata Gran Cir, Piz da Cir, Brigata Tridentina

Day 3 is where via ferrata along AV2 really take centre stage, with three excellent climbs possible throughout the day. Even if you aren’t tackling my “adventure route” on your own hike, you’ll still have some unavoidable via ferrata cables today and may just find that it’s more fun than you’d thought. Whatever you do, don’t miss Brigata Tridentina up to Pisciadú— this is one of the best via ferrata in all of the Dolomites!

  • Trail hours: 8hrs (4.5hrs without via ferrata)
  • Distance: 13km (10.5km without via ferrata)
  • Elevation gain & loss: 1450m up & 1155 down (945m up & 645m down without via ferrata)
  • Side trips: Via Ferrata Gran Cir (up & back; 1A), Via Ferrata Piz da Cir (small loop; 2A), Brigata Tridentina (en route; 3B)— refer to Tabacco Map 07 & Cicerone Vol.1 (routes 27, 26 & 28, respectively)
  • Huts: Rifugio Pisciadú
Day 3 route description
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Day 4: Rifugio Pisciadú to Piz Boè + Cima Pisciadú

Following the traditional AV2 route, day 4 is very short and not terribly remarkable, but there’s a wonderful addition that might just change that— Piz Boè. Rather than stopping  in the midst of the barren, lunar landscape of Rifugio Boè, ascend further to the summit of Boè and sleep among the stars at 3,152m. This is the highest point of the entire route, replete with panoramic views and a rustic, sure-favourite hut!

  • Trail hours: 3.25hrs (1.75hrs standard AV2)
  • Distance: 5.5km (4.5km standard AV2)
  • Elevation gain & loss: 915m up & 350m down (855m up & 290m down standard AV2)
  • Side trips: Piz Boè (either sleep here at Campanna Piz Fassa or add as a side trip from Rifugio Boè)
  • Huts: (Rifugio Boè), Campanna Piz Fassa
Day 4 route description
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Incredible solitude and scenery on Sasso Capello

Day 5: Piz Boè to Rifugio Castiglioni Marmolada 

Drop from the highest point on AV2 to the shores of Lago di Fedaia beneath Marmolada, the tallest mountain in the entire range and aptly named Queen of the Dolomites, enjoying spectacular views and flower-filled meadows en route. The day has a wonderfully scenic lunch spot and an exciting alternative to the busy trail, but isn’t overly demanding, so take the time to soak it all in!

  • Trail hours: 4.5hrs
  • Distance: 9.5km
  • Elevation gain: 580m up & 975m down
  • Huts: (Rifugio-Hütte Forcella Pordoi, Rifugio Maria, Rifugio Sass Bece, Rifugio Fredarola, Rifugio Viel dei Pan, Rifugio Luigi Gorza), Rifugio Castiglioni Marmolada
Day 5 route description
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Via Ferrata delle Trincee

Day 6: Lago di Fedaia to San Pellegrino + Via Ferrata delle Trincee

Today’s recommended route features a wonderful via ferrata just out the door of Rifugio Castiglioni Marmolada. Ascending and eventually wrapping around the distinctive Padon Ridgeline, its volcanic rock at immediate odds with the limestone (dolomite) that dominates this region, Via Ferrata Della Trincee is an extended and challenging route that offers as much in the way of wartime history as it does in views— most notably of Marmolada, the highest mountain in the Dolomites.

This marks the approximate mid-point of AV2, but more significantly, crossing from South Tyrol into Belluno represents an immediately perceptible shift away from Austrian language and cuisine towards more Italian culture (basically: less guten tag, more pasta).

  • Trail hours: 6.25hrs
  • Distance: 14.5km
  • Elevation gain: 950m up & 1465m down
  • Side trips: Via Ferrata della Trincee (loop; 4B)— refer to Tabacco Map 07 & Cicerone Vol.1 (route 33), Cima Mesolina
  • Huts: (Rifugio Castiglioni Marmolada, Rifugio Padon), Hotel Costabella (& others) in San Pellegrino 
Day 6 route description
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Day 7: Passo San Pellegrino to Rifugio Volpi al Mulaz

Following what may have been a large day yesterday, day 7 is short and undemanding as it journeys through the Pale di San Martino to charming Rifugio Mulaz. Aside from a few short trails you might wish to scamper up, there isn’t much in the way of extension or side-trips (and only a short, easy section of cable), so enjoy a relaxing day in anticipation of the via ferrata to come!

  • Trail hours: 5hrs
  • Distance: 13km
  • Elevation gain & loss: 1130m up & 470m down
  • Huts: (Rifugio Valles), Rifugio Volpi al Mulaz
Day 7 route description
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Sunset on Cima Rosetta

Day 8: Rifugio Mulaz to Rifugio Pradidali

From the lunar landscapes of Cima Rosetta to the striking tower of Cima Canali, the Palo di San Martino are on full show today as you journey towards Rifugio Pradidali. There are several sections of cable along the standard AV2 route, as well as a quick side summit to enjoy, making this another excellent day on the trail!

  • Trail hours: 7hrs (6.5hrs without via ferrata)
  • Distance: 16.4km (12.2km without via ferrata)
  • Elevation gain & loss: 1225m up & 1525m down (990m up & 1280m down without via ferrata)
  • Side trips: Cima Rosetta 
  • Huts: (Rifugio Rosetta), Rifugio Pradidali 
Day 8 route description
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Looking back at Rifugio Pradidali

Day 9: Rifugio Pradidali to Rifugio Treviso + Via Ferrata Porton & Nico Gusella

Today is an interesting contrast, with truly spectacular views from both the trail and via ferrata routes (which are among the best on AV2, yet woefully underrated and very quiet!), followed by an absolutely miserable 1,300m descent that will traumatise even keen hikers. Enjoy the highs and power through the lows— by all accounts, it’s a memorable section of AV2! 

  • Trail hours: 8.75hrs (4.25hrs without via ferrata)
  • Distance: 9.8km (7km without via ferrata)
  • Elevation gain & loss: 880m up & 1525m down  (490m up & 1130m down without via ferrata)
  • Side trips: Via Ferrata Porton (upper loop; 3C), Via Ferrata Nico Gusella (lower loop; 2B)— refer to Tabacco Map 022 & Cicerone Vol.2 (routes S.Mar 3 & 4)
  • Huts: Rifugio Treviso
Day 9 route description
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Passo Cereda

Day 10: Rifugio Treviso to Passo Cereda + Via Ferrata Canalone

Climbing gently out of the forest into a spectacular landscape of verdant foliage and misty Dolomite pillars, today marks a distinct change of scenery from the first 2/3rds of AV2. Gone are the arid lunarscapes and high-altitude peaks, but so are the bustling mountain passes, leaving you to enjoy the beauty of the route without hardly another hiker in sight.

Today also presents the final noteworthy side-trip, a short but exhilarating 4A via ferrata straight up the side of the mountain above Rifugio Treviso!

  • Trail hours: 5hrs (4hrs without via ferrata)
  • Distance: 8km (7.4km without via ferrata)
  • Elevation gain & loss: 815m up & 1075m down (715m up & 975m down without via ferrata)
  • Side trips: Via Ferrata Canalone (loop; 4A)— refer to Tabacco Map 022 & Cicerone Vol.2 (route S.Mar 12)
  • Huts: Rifugio Cereda
Day 10 route description
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Col dei Bech

Day 11: Passo Cereda to Rifugio Boz

Today is slightly longer than the previous day’s leisurely stroll, with the initial climb up to Passo Comedon presenting the greatest obstacle. Once over the pass, descend through wildflower-dusted meadows and lush mountains, savouring the peaceful setting and the feel of an almost entirely different mountain range from the arid, rocky trailscapes that characterised AV2 initially.

Tonight’s accommodation feels more like an Italian farmhouse than an alpine hut, tucked away between rolling pastures in a valley that sees precious little foot-traffic beyond AV2 hikers and a few locals. It is the very definition of idyllic.

  • Trail hours: 6.5hrs
  • Distance: 12.5km
  • Elevation gain & loss: 1175m up & 825m down
  • Huts: Rifugio Boz
Day 11 route description
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Monte Zoccare Alto

Day 12: Rifugio Boz to Croce d’Aune

The final day of AV2 features dramatic and often unexpected views of yet another spectacular National Park, Dolomiti Brunello. At 21km, it’s no slouch for a final day, so soak in the final stage of this epic route before finishing in Croce d’Aune, a tiny town just outside of Feltre, where pizza and chilled Aperol Spritz await. You’ve made it!

  • Trail hours: 7hrs
  • Distance: 21km
  • Elevation gain & loss: 915m up & 1585m down
  • Huts: (Rifugio Dal Piaz), Croce d’Aune & hotels in Feltre
Day 12 route description
Alta Via 2 Italian Dolomites hiking via ferrata guide
Signage on Alta Via 2

What to expect on the trail

Navigation

Like most popular hiking areas in the Dolomites, Alta Via 2 is very well marked, with frequent signposts providing directions and sometimes even time estimates to relevant waypoints, such as mountain huts, high passes, and nearby townships (typically located at low passes). Between these signposts and particularly through rough terrain where it can be more challenging to follow a trail, red and white flags have been painted onto the rock to aid in navigation.

Alta Via 2 Italian Dolomites hiking via ferrata guide
Alta Via 2 Italian Dolomites hiking via ferrata guide

Using this combination of signs, flags, and occasional cairns (small rock piles), AV2 isn’t overly confusing to follow and should be very manageable even for those without extensive backcountry navigation experience.

All that being said, it is still essential to carry a GPS and/or paper maps along the route. Even with frequent trail markers and signposts, it’s possible to stray off-course, and particularly for those leaving the standard AV2 trail to tackle interesting side-trips and via ferrata, having your own navigational reference will be essential.

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Red and white flag representing AV2 alongside an official signpost

If you’re following my custom AV2 adventure route, the best way to stay on track is with my custom-built AV2 GPS map— packed with detailed daily tracks, 168+ waypoints, all the side trips & via ferrata described in this guide, detours to avoid challenging sections, plus extensive trail notes to help you navigate AV2 like an expert.

Available in both JSON and GPX formats, the map works seamlessly with GPS apps like CalTopo, Gaia, and AllTrails, or with Garmin devices and watches. Head to my storefront to purchase the map!

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Basic Via Ferrata en route to Passo Comedon

Terrain

Alta Via 2 is anything but a typical “hike”— for all the time you spend on a distinct, well-graded trail, you’ll spend just as many hours hiking through rough and rocky terrain, traversing across scree fields, and scrambling with the protection of a fixed cable (whether you clip in or use the cable as a handline will be a matter of personal comfort).

Alta Via 2 Italian Dolomites hiking via ferrata guide
Alta Via 2 Italian Dolomites hiking via ferrata guide

Particularly in the latter half of AV2, which is notably more rugged and far less busy than the section from Bressanone/Brixen to Marmolada, you’ll hike almost exclusively on steep, rocky trails and encounter plenty of exposed sections that exceed the usual demand of a “hike”. Sturdy boots and hiking poles are essential for coping with the characteristically challenging terrain of Alta Via 2.

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Lounging at Rifugio Fredarola

Food & other supplies

With an extensive network of mountain huts along Alta Via 2, hot food is always close at hand.

  • All overnight huts offer a very basic breakfast (that I often found to be poor value for money and therefore skipped). This is usually bread, spreads, tea or coffee, occasionally yogurt, and if you’re lucky some meat and cheese for about 10-15€.
  • Some huts offer hot lunch options for those passing through (for about 10-15€, you can enjoy a hot pasta dish or a pizza, which is particularly enticing if you’ve skipped brekky), while others will sell you a packed lunch to-go (typically consisting of a sandwich, apple, granola bar, and chocolate for about the same price).
  • Simple snacks like chips and chocolate bars are available for purchase at some of the busier huts, but this will become less likely as you cross into the second-half of AV2.
  • All overnight huts also whip up excellent evening meals, either included as part of half-board lodging (50-75€ including a bed, 3-course dinner, and breakfast) or a la carte (10-15€ for most dishes). This is where mountain huts in the Dolomites really shine— an example of a standard evening meal would be soup and bread as a starter, hearty goulash and polenta as a main, and some sort of pastry as dessert. Rest assured, you will not go hungry (even as a vegetarian!).
  • Read more about hut food in this post: Everything you need to know about mountain huts (rifugi) in the Italian Dolomites

Alta Via 2 also crosses through several mountain passes, where you can occasionally find dry goods for purchase, though this is admittedly limited— the absolute best opportunity to restock on snack food (as well as personal items and pharmaceuticals) will be at the half-way point of Passo Fedaia, where you can find small supermarkets and pharmacies in the nearby town of Canazei.

Alta Via 2 Italian Dolomites hiking via ferrata guide
Alta Via 2 Italian Dolomites hiking via ferrata guide
Alta Via 2 Italian Dolomites hiking via ferrata guide

Water 

Thanks to the dry, rocky landscape of AV2, water along the trail is somewhat limited and at best unpredictable, so I’d definitely recommend filling up each morning with enough water to get you through the day.

Water is available in all of the mountain huts along Alta Via 2, but there is ongoing debate as to whether the tap water is safe to drink in all of these rifugi. Out of an abundance of caution, some of the hut staff will advise against drinking water directly out of the sink, but given that much of the water is either rain-collected or glacier-fed, I personally filled up my water bottle in the bathroom without issue.

For those unwilling to take the risk, bring a lightweight filter (which will also serve you well along the trail, filling up in occasional streams)— I implore you not to buy the plastic water bottles for sale in the huts, as it’s an incredible source of waste and altogether unnecessary with proper planning!

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Via Ferrata Brigata Tridentina

Essential via ferrata gear for Alta Via 2

Below is a very short list of essential gear for AV2, including your via ferrata kit and your most crucial safety equipment! For a full Alta Via 2 packing list, check out this post: Complete Alta Via packing list: what to pack for hut-to-hut hikes in the Dolomites


daypack (25–35L): Osprey Tempest 30 (women’s) / Osprey Talon 33 (men’s)

I’d recommend something in the 25-35L range with sturdy hip belts, a good suspension system, and some back venting. I used the Osprey Talon 33L unisex pack and comfortably carried 16kg on Alta Via 2 (much of which was camera gear, so you can expect your pack to be ~10-12kg!).


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helmet: Black Diamond Half Dome Helmet (women’s) / (men’s)

For via ferrata routes, a light climbing helmet is essential to protect against rockfall, which might come from other climbers above or even unstable areas of the mountain. And for routes that wind through dark tunnels (like Via Ferrata delle Trincee), it can also be handy for protecting your head against bumps.


Alta Via 1 2 4 Packing List- Italian Dolomites

climbing harness: Black Diamond Momentum (women’s) / (men’s)

A climbing harness is how you’ll connect your via ferrata lanyard to yourself for protection on exposed routes. This is essential safety equipment and you should not do AV2 without it! I love the fit and comfort of this crag climbing harness and have used it on countless adventures.


via ferrata lanyard: Petzel Scorpio Vertigo Lanyard

A via ferrata lanyard connects to your climbing harness and is then used to clip into the cable for continuous protection along exposed or challenging routes; the shock absorber helps distribute force in the event of a fall. After trying several different styles, I personally prefer these flick-lock carabiners for ease of use and this bungee-style lanyard for improved mobility on the rock.


Alta Via 1 2 4 Packing List- Italian Dolomites

climbing gloves: Metolius Half Finger Climbing Gloves

Although not technically required, you’ll enjoy via ferrata a lot more with climbing gloves to protect your hands from cable-burn, particularly when down-climbing. I like these half-finger gloves, which maximise dexterity for climbing— plus, I can still operate my camera/phone with them on!


Alta Via 1 2 4 Packing List- Italian Dolomites

trekking poles: Black Diamond Trail Trekking Poles

For all the rough terrain you’ll encounter on AV2, trekking poles are incredibly helpful and a lightweight addition to your kit.


Alta Via 1 2 4 Packing List- Italian Dolomites

PLB: Garmin InReach Mini 2

Never, EVER hit the trail without a satellite communicator— whether you’re sending messages back home, checking the weather, or communicating with emergency services, this small device can literally save your life.


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Alta Via 2 Italian Dolomites hiking via ferrata guide

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brooke beyond

Hey, I'm Brooke and I'm obsessed with getting off the beaten path, exploring backcountry gems & travelling beyond the ordinary! I left Australia 5 years ago after finishing a PhD in Biomechanics & have been travelling the world full-time ever since (joined by my life/climbing partner, James). Whether it’s road-tripping through Mexico, climbing alpine peaks in the Andes, scuba diving in the Red Sea, or tackling epic via ferrata in the Dolomites, I hope this blog will inspire your future adventures & help you find wonder in every corner of the globe. xx bb

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  • Carmen
    2 June 2025

    Hi Brooke! Awesome blog, I also like getting off the beaten path, and I am planning the AV2 for me and a couple of friends next September!

    As we have to take the extra weight of the ferrata gear, I have concerns regarding weight. It’s OK as long as we do not need to bring with us all snacks for the pauses of 10 days and if we can get lunch as take-aways in the refuges. I mean, we will not have time to stop and wait to be served for lunch at the tables of the refuges, we will need to purchase a picnic or something like that in the refuge where we sleep each night. We have done this many times in the Pyrenees, do you know if it is possible to do this in the AV2 refuges?
    Otherwise, do they sell at least some energy bars or mixed nuts that we can buy on our way and eat to survive until dinner?

    Thanks.

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    • brooke beyond
      Carmen
      8 June 2025

      Hi Carmen, AV2 sounds like it will be perfect for you!

      I personally carried 16kg on this route and it was fine for all the via ferrata, but if you’re trying to go ultra-lightweight, then yes, cutting down food is the best way. Many huts serve lunch, but takeaway options are scant and overpriced (expect to pay 15€ or more for a picnic lunch with sandwich, fruit, and maybe a candy bar). I do think in some instances you’ll also have plenty of time to sit down and eat a slow lunch to break up the day’s hike– I did this on several occasions and it was lovely!

      Around the halfway point of the hike, you’ll pass within close range of a few small towns and have a good opportunity to restock energy bars and nuts, so my advice is to bring enough for a few days and plan to do some shopping near Marmolada (Canazei). The good thing about the Dolomites, much like the Pyrenees, is that you’re unlikely to go hungry if you don’t pack enough food– worst case you end up paying for expensive hut lunches!

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  • Euan
    22 April 2025

    Hi, how did you transport your helmet? I see you have the same rucksack as me, but I don’t see a way to fix it to the outside securely (based on the Mammut version of the holder). What would you recommend?

    Reply
    • brooke beyond
      Euan
      11 May 2025

      Hi Euan, I recommend using the buckle on the front of your pack (for that mesh compartment) and running it through one of the holes in the helmet or through the chin strap. Does that make sense?

      Happy trails!
      xx bb

      Reply
  • KURT
    21 November 2024

    aside from being a VERY photogenic creature, your accomplishments are most admirable.
    I’m jealous. I thought at first it was another blogger trying to push gear they know little about and used even less but after seeing some breathtaking images of far away places, with
    you on terrain with the balance of a cat, I am duly impressed. The photography is great! If I had to ask a question, it would be: HOW DO YOU STAY SO FREAKING CLEAN??? A backpacker
    myself, I look like a dead ringer for homeless person after three or four days. Lordy! Love the Italian recap. I was in Sienna last year but got no hiking in, you may have motivated me for a return trip. Great blog!! Passing it on to friends. Maybe I can get a few outside. lol.

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    • brooke brisbine
      KURT
      26 March 2025

      Ah Kurt, thank you so much, I really appreciate it. I pride myself on ONLY recommending things on this site that I can truly stand behind, and that means testing gear extensively before I ever put a link into a post.

      To answer your question about cleanliness, I can only say it’s a trick of the camera if you can’t see my legs covered in dirt and thank goodness for hats/helmets that hide an unwashed head of hair lol!

      Happy trails, my friend!
      xx bb

      Reply
  • Peter
    31 August 2024

    Probably the best guide on Alta Via 2.
    Thinking of going for 5 days but bringing my own solo tent.
    I know about the restrictions but out of curiosity.. Did you encounter hikers doing solo wild camping?
    Many thanks.

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    • brooke brisbine
      Peter
      16 November 2024

      Hi Peter, so glad you found this post helpful!

      Not to be a massive downer, but I’d really discourage you from camping in the Dolomites given the restrictions. I spoke to one couple who did it and they effectively had to walk an hour off the trail, wait until nightfall to pitch camp each night, and then leave before sunrise to avoid detection– it sounded sleepless and stressful. The rocky terrain doesn’t lend itself to comfortable campsites and, at the end of the day, it’s illegal because of the damage that camping causes to the pristine natural environment out here. Not trying to rain on anyone’s parade (I’m a camper at heart myself), but the huts are super fun and a great part of the experience 🙂

      Happy trails!
      xx bb

      Reply
  • Claudia
    16 July 2024

    Hey Brooke,
    Thanks so much for this wonderful travel blog! It has been our main lead in preparing for AV2, starting this Thursday and taking our sweet time (12 days)! If you’re in the Dolomites this summer, perhaps we will run into each other!
    Cheers,
    Marga & Claudia (Netherlands)

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    • brooke brisbine
      Claudia
      26 March 2025

      Hi Marga + Claudi,

      So glad you found this guide helpful, hope you had a fantastic time on AV2!!

      xx bb

      Reply
  • Eric
    14 April 2024

    In the southern part of the AV2, while avoiding any side trips, what section in your mind requires full via ferrate kit?
    We have walked the northern part with no kit with no issue, though we did skip the Marmolada section.

    Reply
    • brooke brisbine
      Eric
      26 March 2025

      Hi Eric,

      Totally depends on your scrambling comfort level! Truthfully, you can walk all of AV2 without kit IF you are VERY confident and willing to skip a few of the high risk VF alternatives (ex. I definitely would never recommend Via Ferrata Brigata Tridentina to Rif Pisciadù without gear, so you probably took the alt trail to the hut there). On the backend, there’s even less cabling, so if you managed the first half, you’d manage the back too.

      Happy trails!
      xx bb

      Reply
  • Jake
    12 March 2024

    Fantastic guide, Brooke! Thank you so much 🙂

    Quick question – given the trek starts in Brixen and ends in Croce d’aune (i.e., the trek isn’t a loop), what are your recommendations for luggage storage?

    Thanks
    Jake + Sophie (your friends from Patagonia!!)

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    • brooke brisbine
      Jake
      20 March 2024

      Hey Jake + Sophie!! SO excited to hear you guys are planning to do AV2, you are going to absolutely love it! When will you be there?? I’m back in the Dolomites this summer and would be amazing if we managed to overlap…

      As for the luggage storage, the best option is at a hotel or in a locker in Venice (or whichever major city you’re transiting through). Backtracking through small mountain towns is neither easy nor cheap, so I would not recommend leaving anything in Brixen that you want to see again 😅

      Happy trails, you two!! Ps I’ll be in Sydney in May, let’s see if we can’t manage to catch up for a drink xx

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  • Nick
    16 January 2024

    Awesome guide, Brooke! We did Alta Via 1 a few years ago and are hoping to get back to the Dolomites to do AV2 one day! If any of your readers are interested in AV1 they can check out our guide here; https://greeneyedglobetrotters.com/alta-via-1/

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    • brooke brisbine
      Nick
      20 January 2024

      Hey Nick, thanks for reading and hope you guys make it back for AV2 someday– it’s a bit of a different experience than AV1 and I’m sure you’d love it!!

      Happy trails 🙂
      xx bb

      Reply
  • Dave
    2 January 2024

    Hi Brooke,
    I’m assuming the membership to an alpine club won’t give you a discount at the rifugios if you go through a outfitter, any knowledge of this? Thanks. Love this site, it’s great!

    Reply
    • brooke brisbine
      Dave
      20 January 2024

      Hi Dave, that’s probably the case, but you may be able to check with the outfitter to see if they will pass savings onto you. In addition to the discounts, though, the alpine club membership is excellent for rescue/medical insurance!!

      Hope you have a fantastic time 🙂

      xx bb

      Reply

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⭐️ Dhow Harbour: traditional wooden boats bobbing in the water with Doha’s skyline behind (great for photography!)
⭐️ Mina District: neighbourhood with colourful pastel buildings & street art, best explored in golden light of late afternoon
⭐️ Fish Market: the most beautiful stained-glass ceiling I’ve ever seen, worth a quick walk through while exploring Mina!
⭐️ Qanat Quartier: a rainbow-hued “Little Venice” with canals, bridges & plenty of great restaurants 
⭐️ Katara Cultural Village: a great place to discover local culture 

HOW MANY DAYS?
we spent 4 days in Doha, but you can see most of the city’s highlights in 2-3 days 

GETTING AROUND
Uber is the best way to get across the city to visit some of the farther places of interest
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#qatar #doha #qatarairways #arabiangulf #persiangulf #middleeast #visitQatar #DohaQatar
  • Standing on the rim of one of the largest active volcanoes in the world, with smoke billowing out of the crater right behind us 🌋🔥

Mt Aso National Park is one of Japan’s coolest hiking spots, but still seriously underrated! With craggy lava fields, steaming vents & surreal views in every direction, you can hike right up to the rim of Nakadake Crater (when it’s safe!) and we had this spot completely to ourselves 💃🏻 
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#MtAso #MtAsoNationalPark #nakadake #japan #kyushu #japanroadtrip
  • a round-up of some of my favourite hot springs over the years 🔥 

locations:
📍 Hidalgo, Mexico
📍 Wyoming, USA
📍 Icelandic Highlands
📍 Beppu, Japan
📍 Baja California, Mexico
📍 Cordillera Huayhuash, Peru
📍 Mt Aso, Japan
📍 Idaho, USA
📍 Kagoshima, Japan
📍 BCS, Mexico
📍 Itō, Japan
📍 New Mexico, USA

what do you prefer, the wild natural springs or the built-up onsen of Japan?? 
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#hotspring #naturalhotspring #onsen #japan
  • welcome to Qatar 🇶🇦✨

One of the most surprising places we visited in the Middle East was Doha! Without the flashy excess of the UAE & Saudi, Doha offers a more authentic slice of the Arabian Gulf, where culture & tradition meet striking modern architecture, and the city feels welcoming, approachable & surprisingly easy to explore.

HOW MANY DAYS?
we spent 4 days in Doha, but you can see most of the city’s highlights in 2-3 days 

GETTING AROUND
Uber is the best way to get across the city to visit some of the farther places of interest

PLACE FEATURED IN THIS VIDEO
📍Souq Waqif: a buzzing market with spices, textiles & gold, perfect for getting lost + taking photos
📍Museum of Islamic Art: one of the world’s most stunning Islamic art collections, in an iconic I.M. Pei-designed building
📍Dhow Harbour: traditional wooden boats bobbing in the water with Doha’s skyline behind (great for photography or a boat ride!)
📍Mina District: neighbourhood with colourful pastel buildings & street art, best explored in golden light of late afternoon
📍Fish Market: a lively (& very local) slice of daily life in the Mina District, with the most beautiful stained-glass ceiling I’ve ever seen!
📍Qanat Quartier: a quirky “Little Venice” with canals & bridges, plenty of great restaurants here
📍Katara Cultural Village: home to art galleries, amphitheatres & beachfront cafés
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#qatar #doha #qatarairways #arabiangulf #persiangulf #middleeast #visitQatar #DohaQatar
  • Pivoting away from all the Japan photos for a moment to share a sleeper hit from last year’s travels that didn’t make it onto the feed (because I’m perpetually behind on posting…) → Qatar!!

This small Middle Eastern country was never on my list, but while we were in the region for the 2nd half of last year, we decided to take advantage of the Qatar Airways stopover program (this isn’t sponsored, it’s just a really cool program 😅)

For no extra cost, we were able to build a 4-day stopover into our flights from Oman to Egypt, and we ended up having WAY more fun in Qatar than expected. You don’t need long to explore (you could cram most of the highlights into 2-3 days), but it’s guaranteed to impress!

I’ll share some of our favourite experiences from Doha tomorrow, but WOW, who knew!?
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#doha #qatar #qatarairways #stopover #middleeast
  • Cut by the bright turquoise Gokase River, this magical little gorge in central Kyushu is often called the most beautiful place in Japan— and we might just agree!! 🇯🇵🌸✨

📍 Takachiho Gorge, Miyazaki Prefecture

TIPS FOR VISITING:
- the site is open 8am-5pm
- entry is ¥1,000 per person + parking is available nearby
- reserve a row boat (30min) for ¥4,000 on weekdays or ¥5,000 on weeekends (boats do sell out!)
- the best light is after 10.30am, when sun hits the waterfall
- free paths run along both sides of the gorge, so you can enjoy great views even if you don’t hire a boat

👇🏻 If you’ve been to Japan, what’s the most beautiful place in your opinion? (tell me in the comments so I can save for our next Japan trip 😅)
  • things in Japan that just make sense: it’s gotta be the free footbaths, for me!! 

📍 Sakurajima Nagisa Foot Bath Park in Kagoshima, Japan

road-tripping through Kyushu on a rainy day in May, we pulled over at these baths near the active Sakurajima volcano and couldn’t believe the view. these are one of the longest footbaths in Japan, with more than 100m of naturally-heated water from deep underground, and amazingly it’s completely FREE to visit!
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#japan #japantravel #onsen #footbaths #sakurajima #kagoshima #kyushu #japanroadtrip #roadtrip
  • Welcome to the Beppu Hells 🔥

Beppu is one of Japan’s most famous onsen towns, known for its Hells (Jigoku), a collection of dramatic hot spring pools that are way too hot for bathing but incredible to look at!

There are 7 main “hells”, each with its own character:
- Umi Jigoku (Sea Hell): a steaming cobalt blue pool and a gorgeous foot bath (one of the only places the water is hot but safe)
- Oniishibozu Jigoku (Monk’s Head Hell): bubbling grey mud pools
- Shiraike Jigoku (White Pond Hell): milky turquoise pond surrounded by gardens
- Kamado Jigoku (Cooking Pot Hell): multi-coloured pools + steam vents, plus you can buy volcanic steam-cooked eggs and buns (believed to have health benefits, but also a super fun novelty snack)
- Oniyama Jigoku (Demon Mountain Hell): home to 70+ crocodiles (!)
- Chinoike Jigoku (Blood Pond Hell): deep red iron-rich pool
- Tatsumaki Jigoku (Spout Hell): powerful geyser erupting every 30–40min

TIPS FOR VISITING
💴 Entry: ¥2,200 for a combo ticket (all 7 hells)
⏱️ Timing: allow 2–3hrs to explore
🚗 Getting around: you can easily walk between the hells, but since it was raining, we drove our little hire car
☔️ When to visit: open year-round; fun even on rainy days!
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#beppu #onsen #hells #japan #kyushu #japantravel
  • postcards from magical little Miyajima 🌸✨

this island is located about an hour from Hiroshima & is a fantastic day trip— but even better as a relaxing overnighter. 

visit the iconic red Torii Gate, take the scenic ropeway to Mt Misen’s Peak, feed the free-roaming deer, sample the island’s many oyster treats, see the 5-story pagoda Taho-to, and cap it all off with a traditional stay at Kikunoya. slow-paced bliss ✨
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  • DOHA, QATAR 🇶🇦✨

Without the flashy excess of the UAE & Saudi, Doha offers a more authentic slice of the Arabian Gulf, where culture & tradition meet striking modern architecture, world-class art, and a glittering skyline. 

We loved our time in Doha and would highly recommend as a quick stopover next time you’re flying through the Middle East!

WHAT TO SEE
⭐️ Souq Waqif: a buzzing market with spices, textiles & gold, perfect for getting lost + taking photos
⭐️ Museum of Islamic Art: one of the world’s most stunning Islamic art collections
⭐️ Dhow Harbour: traditional wooden boats bobbing in the water with Doha’s skyline behind (great for photography!)
⭐️ Mina District: neighbourhood with colourful pastel buildings & street art, best explored in golden light of late afternoon
⭐️ Fish Market: the most beautiful stained-glass ceiling I’ve ever seen, worth a quick walk through while exploring Mina!
⭐️ Qanat Quartier: a rainbow-hued “Little Venice” with canals, bridges & plenty of great restaurants 
⭐️ Katara Cultural Village: a great place to discover local culture 

HOW MANY DAYS?
we spent 4 days in Doha, but you can see most of the city’s highlights in 2-3 days 

GETTING AROUND
Uber is the best way to get across the city to visit some of the farther places of interest
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#qatar #doha #qatarairways #arabiangulf #persiangulf #middleeast #visitQatar #DohaQatar
  • Standing on the rim of one of the largest active volcanoes in the world, with smoke billowing out of the crater right behind us 🌋🔥

Mt Aso National Park is one of Japan’s coolest hiking spots, but still seriously underrated! With craggy lava fields, steaming vents & surreal views in every direction, you can hike right up to the rim of Nakadake Crater (when it’s safe!) and we had this spot completely to ourselves 💃🏻 
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#MtAso #MtAsoNationalPark #nakadake #japan #kyushu #japanroadtrip
  • a round-up of some of my favourite hot springs over the years 🔥 

locations:
📍 Hidalgo, Mexico
📍 Wyoming, USA
📍 Icelandic Highlands
📍 Beppu, Japan
📍 Baja California, Mexico
📍 Cordillera Huayhuash, Peru
📍 Mt Aso, Japan
📍 Idaho, USA
📍 Kagoshima, Japan
📍 BCS, Mexico
📍 Itō, Japan
📍 New Mexico, USA

what do you prefer, the wild natural springs or the built-up onsen of Japan?? 
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#hotspring #naturalhotspring #onsen #japan
  • welcome to Qatar 🇶🇦✨

One of the most surprising places we visited in the Middle East was Doha! Without the flashy excess of the UAE & Saudi, Doha offers a more authentic slice of the Arabian Gulf, where culture & tradition meet striking modern architecture, and the city feels welcoming, approachable & surprisingly easy to explore.

HOW MANY DAYS?
we spent 4 days in Doha, but you can see most of the city’s highlights in 2-3 days 

GETTING AROUND
Uber is the best way to get across the city to visit some of the farther places of interest

PLACE FEATURED IN THIS VIDEO
📍Souq Waqif: a buzzing market with spices, textiles & gold, perfect for getting lost + taking photos
📍Museum of Islamic Art: one of the world’s most stunning Islamic art collections, in an iconic I.M. Pei-designed building
📍Dhow Harbour: traditional wooden boats bobbing in the water with Doha’s skyline behind (great for photography or a boat ride!)
📍Mina District: neighbourhood with colourful pastel buildings & street art, best explored in golden light of late afternoon
📍Fish Market: a lively (& very local) slice of daily life in the Mina District, with the most beautiful stained-glass ceiling I’ve ever seen!
📍Qanat Quartier: a quirky “Little Venice” with canals & bridges, plenty of great restaurants here
📍Katara Cultural Village: home to art galleries, amphitheatres & beachfront cafés
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#qatar #doha #qatarairways #arabiangulf #persiangulf #middleeast #visitQatar #DohaQatar
  • Pivoting away from all the Japan photos for a moment to share a sleeper hit from last year’s travels that didn’t make it onto the feed (because I’m perpetually behind on posting…) → Qatar!!

This small Middle Eastern country was never on my list, but while we were in the region for the 2nd half of last year, we decided to take advantage of the Qatar Airways stopover program (this isn’t sponsored, it’s just a really cool program 😅)

For no extra cost, we were able to build a 4-day stopover into our flights from Oman to Egypt, and we ended up having WAY more fun in Qatar than expected. You don’t need long to explore (you could cram most of the highlights into 2-3 days), but it’s guaranteed to impress!

I’ll share some of our favourite experiences from Doha tomorrow, but WOW, who knew!?
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#doha #qatar #qatarairways #stopover #middleeast
DOHA, QATAR 🇶🇦✨

Without the flashy excess of the UAE & Saudi, Doha offers a more authentic slice of the Arabian Gulf, where culture & tradition meet striking modern architecture, world-class art, and a glittering skyline. 

We loved our time in Doha and would highly recommend as a quick stopover next time you’re flying through the Middle East!

WHAT TO SEE
⭐️ Souq Waqif: a buzzing market with spices, textiles & gold, perfect for getting lost + taking photos
⭐️ Museum of Islamic Art: one of the world’s most stunning Islamic art collections
⭐️ Dhow Harbour: traditional wooden boats bobbing in the water with Doha’s skyline behind (great for photography!)
⭐️ Mina District: neighbourhood with colourful pastel buildings & street art, best explored in golden light of late afternoon
⭐️ Fish Market: the most beautiful stained-glass ceiling I’ve ever seen, worth a quick walk through while exploring Mina!
⭐️ Qanat Quartier: a rainbow-hued “Little Venice” with canals, bridges & plenty of great restaurants 
⭐️ Katara Cultural Village: a great place to discover local culture 

HOW MANY DAYS?
we spent 4 days in Doha, but you can see most of the city’s highlights in 2-3 days 

GETTING AROUND
Uber is the best way to get across the city to visit some of the farther places of interest
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#qatar #doha #qatarairways #arabiangulf #persiangulf #middleeast #visitQatar #DohaQatar
DOHA, QATAR 🇶🇦✨

Without the flashy excess of the UAE & Saudi, Doha offers a more authentic slice of the Arabian Gulf, where culture & tradition meet striking modern architecture, world-class art, and a glittering skyline. 

We loved our time in Doha and would highly recommend as a quick stopover next time you’re flying through the Middle East!

WHAT TO SEE
⭐️ Souq Waqif: a buzzing market with spices, textiles & gold, perfect for getting lost + taking photos
⭐️ Museum of Islamic Art: one of the world’s most stunning Islamic art collections
⭐️ Dhow Harbour: traditional wooden boats bobbing in the water with Doha’s skyline behind (great for photography!)
⭐️ Mina District: neighbourhood with colourful pastel buildings & street art, best explored in golden light of late afternoon
⭐️ Fish Market: the most beautiful stained-glass ceiling I’ve ever seen, worth a quick walk through while exploring Mina!
⭐️ Qanat Quartier: a rainbow-hued “Little Venice” with canals, bridges & plenty of great restaurants 
⭐️ Katara Cultural Village: a great place to discover local culture 

HOW MANY DAYS?
we spent 4 days in Doha, but you can see most of the city’s highlights in 2-3 days 

GETTING AROUND
Uber is the best way to get across the city to visit some of the farther places of interest
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.
#qatar #doha #qatarairways #arabiangulf #persiangulf #middleeast #visitQatar #DohaQatar
DOHA, QATAR 🇶🇦✨

Without the flashy excess of the UAE & Saudi, Doha offers a more authentic slice of the Arabian Gulf, where culture & tradition meet striking modern architecture, world-class art, and a glittering skyline. 

We loved our time in Doha and would highly recommend as a quick stopover next time you’re flying through the Middle East!

WHAT TO SEE
⭐️ Souq Waqif: a buzzing market with spices, textiles & gold, perfect for getting lost + taking photos
⭐️ Museum of Islamic Art: one of the world’s most stunning Islamic art collections
⭐️ Dhow Harbour: traditional wooden boats bobbing in the water with Doha’s skyline behind (great for photography!)
⭐️ Mina District: neighbourhood with colourful pastel buildings & street art, best explored in golden light of late afternoon
⭐️ Fish Market: the most beautiful stained-glass ceiling I’ve ever seen, worth a quick walk through while exploring Mina!
⭐️ Qanat Quartier: a rainbow-hued “Little Venice” with canals, bridges & plenty of great restaurants 
⭐️ Katara Cultural Village: a great place to discover local culture 

HOW MANY DAYS?
we spent 4 days in Doha, but you can see most of the city’s highlights in 2-3 days 

GETTING AROUND
Uber is the best way to get across the city to visit some of the farther places of interest
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#qatar #doha #qatarairways #arabiangulf #persiangulf #middleeast #visitQatar #DohaQatar
DOHA, QATAR 🇶🇦✨

Without the flashy excess of the UAE & Saudi, Doha offers a more authentic slice of the Arabian Gulf, where culture & tradition meet striking modern architecture, world-class art, and a glittering skyline. 

We loved our time in Doha and would highly recommend as a quick stopover next time you’re flying through the Middle East!

WHAT TO SEE
⭐️ Souq Waqif: a buzzing market with spices, textiles & gold, perfect for getting lost + taking photos
⭐️ Museum of Islamic Art: one of the world’s most stunning Islamic art collections
⭐️ Dhow Harbour: traditional wooden boats bobbing in the water with Doha’s skyline behind (great for photography!)
⭐️ Mina District: neighbourhood with colourful pastel buildings & street art, best explored in golden light of late afternoon
⭐️ Fish Market: the most beautiful stained-glass ceiling I’ve ever seen, worth a quick walk through while exploring Mina!
⭐️ Qanat Quartier: a rainbow-hued “Little Venice” with canals, bridges & plenty of great restaurants 
⭐️ Katara Cultural Village: a great place to discover local culture 

HOW MANY DAYS?
we spent 4 days in Doha, but you can see most of the city’s highlights in 2-3 days 

GETTING AROUND
Uber is the best way to get across the city to visit some of the farther places of interest
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.
#qatar #doha #qatarairways #arabiangulf #persiangulf #middleeast #visitQatar #DohaQatar
DOHA, QATAR 🇶🇦✨

Without the flashy excess of the UAE & Saudi, Doha offers a more authentic slice of the Arabian Gulf, where culture & tradition meet striking modern architecture, world-class art, and a glittering skyline. 

We loved our time in Doha and would highly recommend as a quick stopover next time you’re flying through the Middle East!

WHAT TO SEE
⭐️ Souq Waqif: a buzzing market with spices, textiles & gold, perfect for getting lost + taking photos
⭐️ Museum of Islamic Art: one of the world’s most stunning Islamic art collections
⭐️ Dhow Harbour: traditional wooden boats bobbing in the water with Doha’s skyline behind (great for photography!)
⭐️ Mina District: neighbourhood with colourful pastel buildings & street art, best explored in golden light of late afternoon
⭐️ Fish Market: the most beautiful stained-glass ceiling I’ve ever seen, worth a quick walk through while exploring Mina!
⭐️ Qanat Quartier: a rainbow-hued “Little Venice” with canals, bridges & plenty of great restaurants 
⭐️ Katara Cultural Village: a great place to discover local culture 

HOW MANY DAYS?
we spent 4 days in Doha, but you can see most of the city’s highlights in 2-3 days 

GETTING AROUND
Uber is the best way to get across the city to visit some of the farther places of interest
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#qatar #doha #qatarairways #arabiangulf #persiangulf #middleeast #visitQatar #DohaQatar
DOHA, QATAR 🇶🇦✨

Without the flashy excess of the UAE & Saudi, Doha offers a more authentic slice of the Arabian Gulf, where culture & tradition meet striking modern architecture, world-class art, and a glittering skyline. 

We loved our time in Doha and would highly recommend as a quick stopover next time you’re flying through the Middle East!

WHAT TO SEE
⭐️ Souq Waqif: a buzzing market with spices, textiles & gold, perfect for getting lost + taking photos
⭐️ Museum of Islamic Art: one of the world’s most stunning Islamic art collections
⭐️ Dhow Harbour: traditional wooden boats bobbing in the water with Doha’s skyline behind (great for photography!)
⭐️ Mina District: neighbourhood with colourful pastel buildings & street art, best explored in golden light of late afternoon
⭐️ Fish Market: the most beautiful stained-glass ceiling I’ve ever seen, worth a quick walk through while exploring Mina!
⭐️ Qanat Quartier: a rainbow-hued “Little Venice” with canals, bridges & plenty of great restaurants 
⭐️ Katara Cultural Village: a great place to discover local culture 

HOW MANY DAYS?
we spent 4 days in Doha, but you can see most of the city’s highlights in 2-3 days 

GETTING AROUND
Uber is the best way to get across the city to visit some of the farther places of interest
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.
.
#qatar #doha #qatarairways #arabiangulf #persiangulf #middleeast #visitQatar #DohaQatar
DOHA, QATAR 🇶🇦✨

Without the flashy excess of the UAE & Saudi, Doha offers a more authentic slice of the Arabian Gulf, where culture & tradition meet striking modern architecture, world-class art, and a glittering skyline. 

We loved our time in Doha and would highly recommend as a quick stopover next time you’re flying through the Middle East!

WHAT TO SEE
⭐️ Souq Waqif: a buzzing market with spices, textiles & gold, perfect for getting lost + taking photos
⭐️ Museum of Islamic Art: one of the world’s most stunning Islamic art collections
⭐️ Dhow Harbour: traditional wooden boats bobbing in the water with Doha’s skyline behind (great for photography!)
⭐️ Mina District: neighbourhood with colourful pastel buildings & street art, best explored in golden light of late afternoon
⭐️ Fish Market: the most beautiful stained-glass ceiling I’ve ever seen, worth a quick walk through while exploring Mina!
⭐️ Qanat Quartier: a rainbow-hued “Little Venice” with canals, bridges & plenty of great restaurants 
⭐️ Katara Cultural Village: a great place to discover local culture 

HOW MANY DAYS?
we spent 4 days in Doha, but you can see most of the city’s highlights in 2-3 days 

GETTING AROUND
Uber is the best way to get across the city to visit some of the farther places of interest
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.
.
#qatar #doha #qatarairways #arabiangulf #persiangulf #middleeast #visitQatar #DohaQatar
DOHA, QATAR 🇶🇦✨

Without the flashy excess of the UAE & Saudi, Doha offers a more authentic slice of the Arabian Gulf, where culture & tradition meet striking modern architecture, world-class art, and a glittering skyline. 

We loved our time in Doha and would highly recommend as a quick stopover next time you’re flying through the Middle East!

WHAT TO SEE
⭐️ Souq Waqif: a buzzing market with spices, textiles & gold, perfect for getting lost + taking photos
⭐️ Museum of Islamic Art: one of the world’s most stunning Islamic art collections
⭐️ Dhow Harbour: traditional wooden boats bobbing in the water with Doha’s skyline behind (great for photography!)
⭐️ Mina District: neighbourhood with colourful pastel buildings & street art, best explored in golden light of late afternoon
⭐️ Fish Market: the most beautiful stained-glass ceiling I’ve ever seen, worth a quick walk through while exploring Mina!
⭐️ Qanat Quartier: a rainbow-hued “Little Venice” with canals, bridges & plenty of great restaurants 
⭐️ Katara Cultural Village: a great place to discover local culture 

HOW MANY DAYS?
we spent 4 days in Doha, but you can see most of the city’s highlights in 2-3 days 

GETTING AROUND
Uber is the best way to get across the city to visit some of the farther places of interest
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.
.
#qatar #doha #qatarairways #arabiangulf #persiangulf #middleeast #visitQatar #DohaQatar
DOHA, QATAR 🇶🇦✨

Without the flashy excess of the UAE & Saudi, Doha offers a more authentic slice of the Arabian Gulf, where culture & tradition meet striking modern architecture, world-class art, and a glittering skyline. 

We loved our time in Doha and would highly recommend as a quick stopover next time you’re flying through the Middle East!

WHAT TO SEE
⭐️ Souq Waqif: a buzzing market with spices, textiles & gold, perfect for getting lost + taking photos
⭐️ Museum of Islamic Art: one of the world’s most stunning Islamic art collections
⭐️ Dhow Harbour: traditional wooden boats bobbing in the water with Doha’s skyline behind (great for photography!)
⭐️ Mina District: neighbourhood with colourful pastel buildings & street art, best explored in golden light of late afternoon
⭐️ Fish Market: the most beautiful stained-glass ceiling I’ve ever seen, worth a quick walk through while exploring Mina!
⭐️ Qanat Quartier: a rainbow-hued “Little Venice” with canals, bridges & plenty of great restaurants 
⭐️ Katara Cultural Village: a great place to discover local culture 

HOW MANY DAYS?
we spent 4 days in Doha, but you can see most of the city’s highlights in 2-3 days 

GETTING AROUND
Uber is the best way to get across the city to visit some of the farther places of interest
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.
.
#qatar #doha #qatarairways #arabiangulf #persiangulf #middleeast #visitQatar #DohaQatar
DOHA, QATAR 🇶🇦✨

Without the flashy excess of the UAE & Saudi, Doha offers a more authentic slice of the Arabian Gulf, where culture & tradition meet striking modern architecture, world-class art, and a glittering skyline. 

We loved our time in Doha and would highly recommend as a quick stopover next time you’re flying through the Middle East!

WHAT TO SEE
⭐️ Souq Waqif: a buzzing market with spices, textiles & gold, perfect for getting lost + taking photos
⭐️ Museum of Islamic Art: one of the world’s most stunning Islamic art collections
⭐️ Dhow Harbour: traditional wooden boats bobbing in the water with Doha’s skyline behind (great for photography!)
⭐️ Mina District: neighbourhood with colourful pastel buildings & street art, best explored in golden light of late afternoon
⭐️ Fish Market: the most beautiful stained-glass ceiling I’ve ever seen, worth a quick walk through while exploring Mina!
⭐️ Qanat Quartier: a rainbow-hued “Little Venice” with canals, bridges & plenty of great restaurants 
⭐️ Katara Cultural Village: a great place to discover local culture 

HOW MANY DAYS?
we spent 4 days in Doha, but you can see most of the city’s highlights in 2-3 days 

GETTING AROUND
Uber is the best way to get across the city to visit some of the farther places of interest
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.
.
#qatar #doha #qatarairways #arabiangulf #persiangulf #middleeast #visitQatar #DohaQatar
DOHA, QATAR 🇶🇦✨

Without the flashy excess of the UAE & Saudi, Doha offers a more authentic slice of the Arabian Gulf, where culture & tradition meet striking modern architecture, world-class art, and a glittering skyline. 

We loved our time in Doha and would highly recommend as a quick stopover next time you’re flying through the Middle East!

WHAT TO SEE
⭐️ Souq Waqif: a buzzing market with spices, textiles & gold, perfect for getting lost + taking photos
⭐️ Museum of Islamic Art: one of the world’s most stunning Islamic art collections
⭐️ Dhow Harbour: traditional wooden boats bobbing in the water with Doha’s skyline behind (great for photography!)
⭐️ Mina District: neighbourhood with colourful pastel buildings & street art, best explored in golden light of late afternoon
⭐️ Fish Market: the most beautiful stained-glass ceiling I’ve ever seen, worth a quick walk through while exploring Mina!
⭐️ Qanat Quartier: a rainbow-hued “Little Venice” with canals, bridges & plenty of great restaurants 
⭐️ Katara Cultural Village: a great place to discover local culture 

HOW MANY DAYS?
we spent 4 days in Doha, but you can see most of the city’s highlights in 2-3 days 

GETTING AROUND
Uber is the best way to get across the city to visit some of the farther places of interest
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#qatar #doha #qatarairways #arabiangulf #persiangulf #middleeast #visitQatar #DohaQatar
DOHA, QATAR 🇶🇦✨

Without the flashy excess of the UAE & Saudi, Doha offers a more authentic slice of the Arabian Gulf, where culture & tradition meet striking modern architecture, world-class art, and a glittering skyline. 

We loved our time in Doha and would highly recommend as a quick stopover next time you’re flying through the Middle East!

WHAT TO SEE
⭐️ Souq Waqif: a buzzing market with spices, textiles & gold, perfect for getting lost + taking photos
⭐️ Museum of Islamic Art: one of the world’s most stunning Islamic art collections
⭐️ Dhow Harbour: traditional wooden boats bobbing in the water with Doha’s skyline behind (great for photography!)
⭐️ Mina District: neighbourhood with colourful pastel buildings & street art, best explored in golden light of late afternoon
⭐️ Fish Market: the most beautiful stained-glass ceiling I’ve ever seen, worth a quick walk through while exploring Mina!
⭐️ Qanat Quartier: a rainbow-hued “Little Venice” with canals, bridges & plenty of great restaurants 
⭐️ Katara Cultural Village: a great place to discover local culture 

HOW MANY DAYS?
we spent 4 days in Doha, but you can see most of the city’s highlights in 2-3 days 

GETTING AROUND
Uber is the best way to get across the city to visit some of the farther places of interest
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#qatar #doha #qatarairways #arabiangulf #persiangulf #middleeast #visitQatar #DohaQatar
DOHA, QATAR 🇶🇦✨

Without the flashy excess of the UAE & Saudi, Doha offers a more authentic slice of the Arabian Gulf, where culture & tradition meet striking modern architecture, world-class art, and a glittering skyline. 

We loved our time in Doha and would highly recommend as a quick stopover next time you’re flying through the Middle East!

WHAT TO SEE
⭐️ Souq Waqif: a buzzing market with spices, textiles & gold, perfect for getting lost + taking photos
⭐️ Museum of Islamic Art: one of the world’s most stunning Islamic art collections
⭐️ Dhow Harbour: traditional wooden boats bobbing in the water with Doha’s skyline behind (great for photography!)
⭐️ Mina District: neighbourhood with colourful pastel buildings & street art, best explored in golden light of late afternoon
⭐️ Fish Market: the most beautiful stained-glass ceiling I’ve ever seen, worth a quick walk through while exploring Mina!
⭐️ Qanat Quartier: a rainbow-hued “Little Venice” with canals, bridges & plenty of great restaurants 
⭐️ Katara Cultural Village: a great place to discover local culture 

HOW MANY DAYS?
we spent 4 days in Doha, but you can see most of the city’s highlights in 2-3 days 

GETTING AROUND
Uber is the best way to get across the city to visit some of the farther places of interest
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#qatar #doha #qatarairways #arabiangulf #persiangulf #middleeast #visitQatar #DohaQatar
DOHA, QATAR 🇶🇦✨

Without the flashy excess of the UAE & Saudi, Doha offers a more authentic slice of the Arabian Gulf, where culture & tradition meet striking modern architecture, world-class art, and a glittering skyline. 

We loved our time in Doha and would highly recommend as a quick stopover next time you’re flying through the Middle East!

WHAT TO SEE
⭐️ Souq Waqif: a buzzing market with spices, textiles & gold, perfect for getting lost + taking photos
⭐️ Museum of Islamic Art: one of the world’s most stunning Islamic art collections
⭐️ Dhow Harbour: traditional wooden boats bobbing in the water with Doha’s skyline behind (great for photography!)
⭐️ Mina District: neighbourhood with colourful pastel buildings & street art, best explored in golden light of late afternoon
⭐️ Fish Market: the most beautiful stained-glass ceiling I’ve ever seen, worth a quick walk through while exploring Mina!
⭐️ Qanat Quartier: a rainbow-hued “Little Venice” with canals, bridges & plenty of great restaurants 
⭐️ Katara Cultural Village: a great place to discover local culture 

HOW MANY DAYS?
we spent 4 days in Doha, but you can see most of the city’s highlights in 2-3 days 

GETTING AROUND
Uber is the best way to get across the city to visit some of the farther places of interest
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#qatar #doha #qatarairways #arabiangulf #persiangulf #middleeast #visitQatar #DohaQatar
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DOHA, QATAR 🇶🇦✨ Without the flashy excess of the UAE & Saudi, Doha offers a more authentic slice of the Arabian Gulf, where culture & tradition meet striking modern architecture, world-class art, and a glittering skyline. We loved our time in Doha and would highly recommend as a quick stopover next time you’re flying through the Middle East! WHAT TO SEE ⭐️ Souq Waqif: a buzzing market with spices, textiles & gold, perfect for getting lost + taking photos ⭐️ Museum of Islamic Art: one of the world’s most stunning Islamic art collections ⭐️ Dhow Harbour: traditional wooden boats bobbing in the water with Doha’s skyline behind (great for photography!) ⭐️ Mina District: neighbourhood with colourful pastel buildings & street art, best explored in golden light of late afternoon ⭐️ Fish Market: the most beautiful stained-glass ceiling I’ve ever seen, worth a quick walk through while exploring Mina! ⭐️ Qanat Quartier: a rainbow-hued “Little Venice” with canals, bridges & plenty of great restaurants ⭐️ Katara Cultural Village: a great place to discover local culture HOW MANY DAYS? we spent 4 days in Doha, but you can see most of the city’s highlights in 2-3 days GETTING AROUND Uber is the best way to get across the city to visit some of the farther places of interest . . . . #qatar #doha #qatarairways #arabiangulf #persiangulf #middleeast #visitQatar #DohaQatar
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Standing on the rim of one of the largest active volcanoes in the world, with smoke billowing out of the crater right behind us 🌋🔥

Mt Aso National Park is one of Japan’s coolest hiking spots, but still seriously underrated! With craggy lava fields, steaming vents & surreal views in every direction, you can hike right up to the rim of Nakadake Crater (when it’s safe!) and we had this spot completely to ourselves 💃🏻 
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#MtAso #MtAsoNationalPark #nakadake #japan #kyushu #japanroadtrip
Standing on the rim of one of the largest active volcanoes in the world, with smoke billowing out of the crater right behind us 🌋🔥

Mt Aso National Park is one of Japan’s coolest hiking spots, but still seriously underrated! With craggy lava fields, steaming vents & surreal views in every direction, you can hike right up to the rim of Nakadake Crater (when it’s safe!) and we had this spot completely to ourselves 💃🏻 
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#MtAso #MtAsoNationalPark #nakadake #japan #kyushu #japanroadtrip
Standing on the rim of one of the largest active volcanoes in the world, with smoke billowing out of the crater right behind us 🌋🔥

Mt Aso National Park is one of Japan’s coolest hiking spots, but still seriously underrated! With craggy lava fields, steaming vents & surreal views in every direction, you can hike right up to the rim of Nakadake Crater (when it’s safe!) and we had this spot completely to ourselves 💃🏻 
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#MtAso #MtAsoNationalPark #nakadake #japan #kyushu #japanroadtrip
Standing on the rim of one of the largest active volcanoes in the world, with smoke billowing out of the crater right behind us 🌋🔥

Mt Aso National Park is one of Japan’s coolest hiking spots, but still seriously underrated! With craggy lava fields, steaming vents & surreal views in every direction, you can hike right up to the rim of Nakadake Crater (when it’s safe!) and we had this spot completely to ourselves 💃🏻 
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#MtAso #MtAsoNationalPark #nakadake #japan #kyushu #japanroadtrip
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Standing on the rim of one of the largest active volcanoes in the world, with smoke billowing out of the crater right behind us 🌋🔥 Mt Aso National Park is one of Japan’s coolest hiking spots, but still seriously underrated! With craggy lava fields, steaming vents & surreal views in every direction, you can hike right up to the rim of Nakadake Crater (when it’s safe!) and we had this spot completely to ourselves 💃🏻 . . . . . #MtAso #MtAsoNationalPark #nakadake #japan #kyushu #japanroadtrip
3 days ago
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a round-up of some of my favourite hot springs over the years 🔥 

locations:
📍 Hidalgo, Mexico
📍 Wyoming, USA
📍 Icelandic Highlands
📍 Beppu, Japan
📍 Baja California, Mexico
📍 Cordillera Huayhuash, Peru
📍 Mt Aso, Japan
📍 Idaho, USA
📍 Kagoshima, Japan
📍 BCS, Mexico
📍 Itō, Japan
📍 New Mexico, USA

what do you prefer, the wild natural springs or the built-up onsen of Japan?? 
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#hotspring #naturalhotspring #onsen #japan
a round-up of some of my favourite hot springs over the years 🔥 

locations:
📍 Hidalgo, Mexico
📍 Wyoming, USA
📍 Icelandic Highlands
📍 Beppu, Japan
📍 Baja California, Mexico
📍 Cordillera Huayhuash, Peru
📍 Mt Aso, Japan
📍 Idaho, USA
📍 Kagoshima, Japan
📍 BCS, Mexico
📍 Itō, Japan
📍 New Mexico, USA

what do you prefer, the wild natural springs or the built-up onsen of Japan?? 
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#hotspring #naturalhotspring #onsen #japan
a round-up of some of my favourite hot springs over the years 🔥 

locations:
📍 Hidalgo, Mexico
📍 Wyoming, USA
📍 Icelandic Highlands
📍 Beppu, Japan
📍 Baja California, Mexico
📍 Cordillera Huayhuash, Peru
📍 Mt Aso, Japan
📍 Idaho, USA
📍 Kagoshima, Japan
📍 BCS, Mexico
📍 Itō, Japan
📍 New Mexico, USA

what do you prefer, the wild natural springs or the built-up onsen of Japan?? 
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#hotspring #naturalhotspring #onsen #japan
a round-up of some of my favourite hot springs over the years 🔥 

locations:
📍 Hidalgo, Mexico
📍 Wyoming, USA
📍 Icelandic Highlands
📍 Beppu, Japan
📍 Baja California, Mexico
📍 Cordillera Huayhuash, Peru
📍 Mt Aso, Japan
📍 Idaho, USA
📍 Kagoshima, Japan
📍 BCS, Mexico
📍 Itō, Japan
📍 New Mexico, USA

what do you prefer, the wild natural springs or the built-up onsen of Japan?? 
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#hotspring #naturalhotspring #onsen #japan
a round-up of some of my favourite hot springs over the years 🔥 

locations:
📍 Hidalgo, Mexico
📍 Wyoming, USA
📍 Icelandic Highlands
📍 Beppu, Japan
📍 Baja California, Mexico
📍 Cordillera Huayhuash, Peru
📍 Mt Aso, Japan
📍 Idaho, USA
📍 Kagoshima, Japan
📍 BCS, Mexico
📍 Itō, Japan
📍 New Mexico, USA

what do you prefer, the wild natural springs or the built-up onsen of Japan?? 
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#hotspring #naturalhotspring #onsen #japan
a round-up of some of my favourite hot springs over the years 🔥 

locations:
📍 Hidalgo, Mexico
📍 Wyoming, USA
📍 Icelandic Highlands
📍 Beppu, Japan
📍 Baja California, Mexico
📍 Cordillera Huayhuash, Peru
📍 Mt Aso, Japan
📍 Idaho, USA
📍 Kagoshima, Japan
📍 BCS, Mexico
📍 Itō, Japan
📍 New Mexico, USA

what do you prefer, the wild natural springs or the built-up onsen of Japan?? 
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#hotspring #naturalhotspring #onsen #japan
a round-up of some of my favourite hot springs over the years 🔥 

locations:
📍 Hidalgo, Mexico
📍 Wyoming, USA
📍 Icelandic Highlands
📍 Beppu, Japan
📍 Baja California, Mexico
📍 Cordillera Huayhuash, Peru
📍 Mt Aso, Japan
📍 Idaho, USA
📍 Kagoshima, Japan
📍 BCS, Mexico
📍 Itō, Japan
📍 New Mexico, USA

what do you prefer, the wild natural springs or the built-up onsen of Japan?? 
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#hotspring #naturalhotspring #onsen #japan
a round-up of some of my favourite hot springs over the years 🔥 

locations:
📍 Hidalgo, Mexico
📍 Wyoming, USA
📍 Icelandic Highlands
📍 Beppu, Japan
📍 Baja California, Mexico
📍 Cordillera Huayhuash, Peru
📍 Mt Aso, Japan
📍 Idaho, USA
📍 Kagoshima, Japan
📍 BCS, Mexico
📍 Itō, Japan
📍 New Mexico, USA

what do you prefer, the wild natural springs or the built-up onsen of Japan?? 
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#hotspring #naturalhotspring #onsen #japan
a round-up of some of my favourite hot springs over the years 🔥 

locations:
📍 Hidalgo, Mexico
📍 Wyoming, USA
📍 Icelandic Highlands
📍 Beppu, Japan
📍 Baja California, Mexico
📍 Cordillera Huayhuash, Peru
📍 Mt Aso, Japan
📍 Idaho, USA
📍 Kagoshima, Japan
📍 BCS, Mexico
📍 Itō, Japan
📍 New Mexico, USA

what do you prefer, the wild natural springs or the built-up onsen of Japan?? 
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#hotspring #naturalhotspring #onsen #japan
a round-up of some of my favourite hot springs over the years 🔥 

locations:
📍 Hidalgo, Mexico
📍 Wyoming, USA
📍 Icelandic Highlands
📍 Beppu, Japan
📍 Baja California, Mexico
📍 Cordillera Huayhuash, Peru
📍 Mt Aso, Japan
📍 Idaho, USA
📍 Kagoshima, Japan
📍 BCS, Mexico
📍 Itō, Japan
📍 New Mexico, USA

what do you prefer, the wild natural springs or the built-up onsen of Japan?? 
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#hotspring #naturalhotspring #onsen #japan
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a round-up of some of my favourite hot springs over the years 🔥 locations: 📍 Hidalgo, Mexico 📍 Wyoming, USA 📍 Icelandic Highlands 📍 Beppu, Japan 📍 Baja California, Mexico 📍 Cordillera Huayhuash, Peru 📍 Mt Aso, Japan 📍 Idaho, USA 📍 Kagoshima, Japan 📍 BCS, Mexico 📍 Itō, Japan 📍 New Mexico, USA what do you prefer, the wild natural springs or the built-up onsen of Japan?? . . . . . #hotspring #naturalhotspring #onsen #japan
5 days ago
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welcome to Qatar 🇶🇦✨ One of the most surprising places we visited in the Middle East was Doha! Without the flashy excess of the UAE & Saudi, Doha offers a more authentic slice of the Arabian Gulf, where culture & tradition meet striking modern architecture, and the city feels welcoming, approachable & surprisingly easy to explore. HOW MANY DAYS? we spent 4 days in Doha, but you can see most of the city’s highlights in 2-3 days GETTING AROUND Uber is the best way to get across the city to visit some of the farther places of interest PLACE FEATURED IN THIS VIDEO 📍Souq Waqif: a buzzing market with spices, textiles & gold, perfect for getting lost + taking photos 📍Museum of Islamic Art: one of the world’s most stunning Islamic art collections, in an iconic I.M. Pei-designed building 📍Dhow Harbour: traditional wooden boats bobbing in the water with Doha’s skyline behind (great for photography or a boat ride!) 📍Mina District: neighbourhood with colourful pastel buildings & street art, best explored in golden light of late afternoon 📍Fish Market: a lively (& very local) slice of daily life in the Mina District, with the most beautiful stained-glass ceiling I’ve ever seen! 📍Qanat Quartier: a quirky “Little Venice” with canals & bridges, plenty of great restaurants here 📍Katara Cultural Village: home to art galleries, amphitheatres & beachfront cafés . . . . #qatar #doha #qatarairways #arabiangulf #persiangulf #middleeast #visitQatar #DohaQatar
1 week ago
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Pivoting away from all the Japan photos for a moment to share a sleeper hit from last year’s travels that didn’t make it onto the feed (because I’m perpetually behind on posting…) → Qatar!!

This small Middle Eastern country was never on my list, but while we were in the region for the 2nd half of last year, we decided to take advantage of the Qatar Airways stopover program (this isn’t sponsored, it’s just a really cool program 😅)

For no extra cost, we were able to build a 4-day stopover into our flights from Oman to Egypt, and we ended up having WAY more fun in Qatar than expected. You don’t need long to explore (you could cram most of the highlights into 2-3 days), but it’s guaranteed to impress!

I’ll share some of our favourite experiences from Doha tomorrow, but WOW, who knew!?
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#doha #qatar #qatarairways #stopover #middleeast
Pivoting away from all the Japan photos for a moment to share a sleeper hit from last year’s travels that didn’t make it onto the feed (because I’m perpetually behind on posting…) → Qatar!!

This small Middle Eastern country was never on my list, but while we were in the region for the 2nd half of last year, we decided to take advantage of the Qatar Airways stopover program (this isn’t sponsored, it’s just a really cool program 😅)

For no extra cost, we were able to build a 4-day stopover into our flights from Oman to Egypt, and we ended up having WAY more fun in Qatar than expected. You don’t need long to explore (you could cram most of the highlights into 2-3 days), but it’s guaranteed to impress!

I’ll share some of our favourite experiences from Doha tomorrow, but WOW, who knew!?
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#doha #qatar #qatarairways #stopover #middleeast
Pivoting away from all the Japan photos for a moment to share a sleeper hit from last year’s travels that didn’t make it onto the feed (because I’m perpetually behind on posting…) → Qatar!!

This small Middle Eastern country was never on my list, but while we were in the region for the 2nd half of last year, we decided to take advantage of the Qatar Airways stopover program (this isn’t sponsored, it’s just a really cool program 😅)

For no extra cost, we were able to build a 4-day stopover into our flights from Oman to Egypt, and we ended up having WAY more fun in Qatar than expected. You don’t need long to explore (you could cram most of the highlights into 2-3 days), but it’s guaranteed to impress!

I’ll share some of our favourite experiences from Doha tomorrow, but WOW, who knew!?
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#doha #qatar #qatarairways #stopover #middleeast
@brookebeyond_
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Pivoting away from all the Japan photos for a moment to share a sleeper hit from last year’s travels that didn’t make it onto the feed (because I’m perpetually behind on posting…) → Qatar!! This small Middle Eastern country was never on my list, but while we were in the region for the 2nd half of last year, we decided to take advantage of the Qatar Airways stopover program (this isn’t sponsored, it’s just a really cool program 😅) For no extra cost, we were able to build a 4-day stopover into our flights from Oman to Egypt, and we ended up having WAY more fun in Qatar than expected. You don’t need long to explore (you could cram most of the highlights into 2-3 days), but it’s guaranteed to impress! I’ll share some of our favourite experiences from Doha tomorrow, but WOW, who knew!? . . . . #doha #qatar #qatarairways #stopover #middleeast
1 week ago
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