Drive from Venice into the Dolomites stopping at Cortina d’Ampezzo along the way for lunch. Hike across rolling pastures and wildflower meadows in the heart of the Fanes-Senes-Braies Nature Park. Follow a wooded trail to vista-rich plateaus. Settle into the relaxed pace of mountain life in a family-run rifugio, or mountain inn, that seems to appear out of nowhere. Savor the warm and hearty flavors of South Tyrolean fare. Trek to Lake Fosses at the base of Monte Croda Rossa and gaze down at the valley below. Share the trail with ibex, cows and marmots. Learn about the region’s flora, fauna and geology. Climb to Croda del Becco for spectacular views of Lake Braies.