South Tyrol & Lake Garda, Trentino
€1075
per person
The mountains of South Tyrol and Trentino are among the most beautiful in Italy. This self-guided walking tour will take you on a hiking journey across vast plateaus, profound river valleys, and jagged canyons. The iconic peaks of the Dolomites will accompany you every step of the way giving you unmatched awareness of the alpine world in your surroundings. You will explore at your own pace a famous thermal treatment center and charming mountain villages with their unique narrow streets and stone houses as you advance toward the ultimate destination of this independent hiking tour – the magnificent Lake Garda. Do not miss to pamper yourself with some traditional delicacies and local wine along the way.
Level 2/3
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Destination
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Duration8/6 Days I Level: 2/3 (of 5)
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What is includedAccommodation in 3* hotels incl. breakfast; Luggage transfers; Mendelpass mountain railway; Ascent fare cable car Pradel-Molveno (only during summer season, otherwise short walk); Detailed route instructions and maps (1 set per room); GPS tracks access through navigation app; Emergency hotline
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What is not includedDrinks and other meals; Bus fare Lago Nembia to Molveno, approx. EUR 3 per person; Entrance charges; Visitors' charges (payable locally)
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Best periodmid-May, June, July, August, September, mid-October
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Day 1. Individual arrival at Meran
Arrival at the prominent SPA town of Meran. Check in your hotel and leave your luggage so you can explore this gem in the heart of South Tyrol. Explore the charming center or follow the footsteps of the iconic Princess Sissi along the 'Passer' walkway. *Meran (Merano) is well connected by train to all major cities in Northern Italy (Milan, Verona and Venice among them) and also Innsbruck and other major towns in Austria.
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Day 2. From Meran (Merano) to Nals (Nalles) (20km, 5-6hrs, +560m/-550m)
You start your independent walking journey following the Waal paths through delightful apple plantations until you reach a beautiful waterfall. You continue hiking through the hills of the Tisens area as you ascend to the small historic church of St. Christoph. Continue walking through the lovely chestnut forests and enjoy the views of the Etsch valley. The final point of today’s route is the secluded little village of Nals surrounded by vineyards and orchards. The Overnight is in Nals.
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Day 3. From Nals (Nalles) to Caldaro (Kalterer) Lake (18km, 5,30hrs, +710m/-600m)
Today’s hiking route is dedicated to the numerous castles of the surrounding area. You follow a trail leading you from fortress to fortress in picturesque settings each one more beautiful than the last. In the afternoon as you advance on your walking trail you will witness a peculiar natural phenomenon - icicles formed in midsummer! Walking through orderly vineyards time flies as you pass the tower of St. George and soon reach Caldaro Lake (Kalterer in German).
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Day 4. From Caldaro (Kalterer) Lake to Coredo (17 km, 4,30-5hrs, +200m/-700m)
After a healthy breakfast, you catch the train to Mendelpass. Take the time to contemplate the magnificent view before you start to follow the self-guided walking route through the plateau towards the provincial and language border of Nonstal (meaning the Non Valley). You continue your journey through secluded small villages, gorgeous canyons, and magical small lakes and pass the pilgrimage site of Saint Romedio. You finally reach Coredo in the heart of Trentino where you will regain the feeling that you are in Italy.
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Day 5. From Coredo to Molveno (15km, 4,30-5,30hrs, +700m/-400m)
This section of the independent walking route begins with a short transfer to the starting point, enjoying the impressive Val di Non as you travel. Afterwards, you hike through an enchanting forest up to the panoramic square at the worth seeing little church San Tommaso. Continue into the Priori Nature Park area and across the wetland of a karst lake to Andalo and on to Molveno, situated at the foot of the Brenta Dolomites and on the sparkling turquoise-blue Alpine lake of the same name. Overnight in Molveno.
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Day 6. Circular walk in the Brenta-Dolomites (15km, 3-5hrs, +390m/-900m)
Today’s route is particularly picturesque as you will see for yourself as you ascend to the mountain area of the Pradel by cable car. You will enjoy the company of the tall peaks of the Brenta group in the background as you advance to a typical mountain cabin (refugio) where you can enjoy a traditional snack and contemplate the view. Later, you descend into direction of the the crystal clear, green tarn Lago Nembia.
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Day 7. From Molveno to Riva del Garda (10km, 3-4hrs, +400m/-800m)
For your last day on this self-guided hiking tour we have foreseen a particularly beautiful walk. An organized transfer will drive you south to the trailhead of Val di Lomasone. You will start with the lush meadows of the valley of Lomason and ascend to Rifugio Monte San Pietro for a fantastic panoramic view of Lake Garda. Descend through playful curving streets, old archways and the well-preserved walls of the Tenno Castle. You will finish your walk in the setting of olive groves and Mediterranean cypresses until you finally arrive at the shores of Lake Garda.
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Day 8. Departure day
Option for return transfer to Meran or Caldaro payable extra (should be pre-paid and pre-ordered; contact us for details).
TOUR LOCATION
Price
1075 Euro per person in twin/dbl room (03-18/05; 22/09-05/10)
1175 Euro per person in twin/dbl room (19/05-05/06; 01-21/09)
1250 Euro per person in twin/dbl room (06/06-31/08)
Single room & Solo Traveler supplement
Single room supplement: 365 Euro;
Solo Traveler supplement (incl. also sgl. room supplement): 430 Euro
Tips
Daily arrivals between the beginning of May and the beginning of October. Meran (Merano) is well connected by train to all major cities in Northern Italy and also Innsbruck and other major towns in Austria. Return journey from Riva to Rovereto (www.ttesercizio.it) by bus and then by train via Bozen (Bolzano) to Meran, approx. 3 hours. Option for return transfer to Meran or Caldaro payable extra (should be pre-paid and pre-ordered; contact us for details).
Accommodation
Pretty 3* hotels and country hotels on bed & breakfast (possible upgrade to 4* hotels; contacts us for details)
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