Italian Lakes & Alps Express - 5 Days

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Who is this trip for

Age range

15 - 99

Start / End

  • Venice
  • Milan

Physical rating

2/5

Group size

1 - 25

Meals included

7

Highlights

  • Asolo - See the hilltop fortress, perched elegantly on Monte Ricco and offering sweeping views of the Old Town
  • Prosecco Road - Enjoy included wine tasting and a light lunch at a local winery in the heart of Italy's wine-producing region
  • Cortina d'Ampezzo - Spend two nights in this picturesque ski resort, and take in some of the nearby lakes and mountains
  • Brunico - Wander around this colourful town, home to a charming Old Town and views of the Kronplatz Mountains
  • Merano - Take in the highlights of the city's captivating Old Town and enjoy free time or lunch
  • Bolzano - Visit the famous Gothic cathedral and stroll along the city's pretty main street, Via dei Portici

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Summary

SMALL GROUP TOUR: Take in the best of northern Italy's natural wonders on this small group escorted tour travelling from Venice to Milan. Enjoy included wine tasting at a winery on the famous Prosecco Road and spend two nights in the picturesque ski resort of Cortina d'Ampezzo. See lakes Misurina, Dobbiaco and Braies, explore the German-speaking towns of Brunico and Bressanone, enjoy guided sightseeing in Merano and Bolzano, and see Trento's Gothic cathedral.

Itinerary

  • Day 1

    Asolo, wine tasting & Cortina

    Venice - Asolo - Cortina d'Ampezzo. Departing Venice at 7:30 this morning from the Hotel Delfino, we head to the medieval town of Asolo, nestled amongst the green hills of Treviso. The town's most famous landmark is a splendid fortress, perched on Monte Ricco. From here we enjoy panoramic views of the Old Town, including Piazza Garibaldi, the castle and historic cathedral.

    From Asolo, we enjoy a scenic drive through Italy's prosecco region, arriving at a local winery in the heart of this wine-producing region. Enjoy a guided tour of the site and an included tasting of three Valdobbiadene wines paired with a selection of local meats and cheeses.

    Our destination for the evening is Cortina d'Ampezzo, known as the 'Queen of the Dolomites'. This famous ski resort boasts incredible views of the Dolomites, a part of the Italian Alps.

    Please note: The tour departs at 07:30 on Day 1 from the Hotel Delfino Venezia Mestre in Venice. Please arrive in Venice the day before your tour to ensure you don't miss the coach.

  • Day 2

    Lakes & Mountains

    Cortina d'Ampezzo - Lake Misurina - Lake Dobbiaco - San Vito di Cadore - Cortina d'Ampezzo. Departing the hotel after breakfast, we can see the three towering peaks of Tre Cime di Lavaredo in the Dolomite Valley before making our way to Lake Misurina, the largest of the region's lakes. Onwards to Lake Dobbiaco, famous for its emerald waters.

    Our next stop is San Vito di Cadore, an idyllic mountain village. Here we can see the rugged peaks of Mount Antelao and Mount Pelmo, listed as UNESCO World Heritage Sites. Enjoy the views of mountains, green meadows and dense conifer forests. We then return to Cortina for the evening.

  • Day 3

    Cortina to Bolzano

    Cortina d'Ampezzo - Lake Braies - Brunico (Bruneck) - Bressanone (Brixen) - Bolzano. Say goodbye to Cortina as we travel first to Lake Braies, home to crystal clear waters and a serene atmosphere. If conditions prevent us reaching the lake, we will instead visit nearby Lake Anterselva and have time for a stroll alongside the shoreline.

    Next, we visit medieval Brunico, gateway to the Kronplatz Mountains. Enjoy a walk through the town, home to colourful buildings and a charming Old Town. See the 10th Century cathedral in nearby Brixen and enjoy the fusion of Italian and Austrian cultures. After some time to explore Brixen, we drive to Bolzano for our overnight stay.

  • Day 4

    Merano, Vipiteno & Bolzano sightseeing

    Bolzano - Merano - Vipiteno - Bolzano. This morning we visit Merano, the second-largest city in the region after Bolzano, famous for its Christmas markets. Our sightseeing includes the Old Town and you can enjoy free time for lunch.

    We make a short stop in Vipiteno, nestled in a picturesque corner of the Alps. There is free time here to wander around the medieval centre, shop for souvenirs and taste some more Alpine specialties.

    Returning to Bolzano, we spend some time exploring the city. We visit the elegant Gothic cathedral and wander along the city's main street, Via dei Portici. Bolzano is a vibrant combination of Alpine and Mediterranean influence, and a wonderful place to explore. The evening is at leisure here.

  • Day 5

    Egna & Trento

    Bolzano - Egna - Trento - Milan. Our final day begins with us following the oldest Italian wine route, passing vineyards, lakes and idyllic mountain villages. Stopping in the village of Egna there is time to explore and perhaps enjoy a glass of local Pinot Noir in the pedestrianized centre.

    We visit Trento next, a city dominated by the Castello del Buon Consiglio. This 13th Century castle is an emblem of the powerful House of Habsburg, which dominated this region for many centuries. Visit Piazza Duomo to see the magnificent Cathedral of Saint Vigilius and enjoy free time for lunch before we make our way to Milan. Here our tour comes to an end.

What's Included

  • Meals

    Breakfasts: 4, Lunches: 1, Dinners: 2

    Vegetarian options are available on all meals throughout the adventure.

    Vegetarian options available

  • Local Guide

    Guided

    This adventure is led by a local guide throughout. The main language of this adventure is English. Please contact us for other languages available.

  • Wifi

    Wifi is available during the adventure. In some areas and / or accommodation / transport Wifi may be free.

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