The incredible landscapes and alpine towns of the Dolomites are a must-see if you love Italy. Visit some of the best UNESCO-listed Dolomite mountains in the region, with plenty of free time to explore the chic mountain towns of Cortina d’Ampezzo and Bolzano. Gaze upon the turquoise alpine lakes, deep valleys, and majestic mountain peaks, while also savouring some of the region’s culinary delights.
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DAY 1: MILAN > VERONA > DOLOMITES REGION > CORTINA D’AMPEZZO
This morning, depart from Milan (departure is also available from Verona). Enjoy time to discover Verona, famous for being the setting of Shakespeare’s Romeo and Juliet, and the Verona Arena, a massive 1st-century Roman amphitheater. A walk through its narrow streets will allow you to get in touch with Verona’s varied and fascinating past. The combination of art and history will surely take your breath away.
Continue to Cortina d’Ampezzo, known, as the Queen of the Dolomites, and is the classic mountain resort. A gem of sheer beauty in the middle of the Italian Alps. The journey will be around Val Cadore among sinuous mountains and little villages that show the history of the territory, and the tradition of craftsmanship, and offer good food and a lot of local museums. En route, visit Pieve di Cadore, the capital of the glasses industry.
Accommodation at the Hotel Villa Neve, Cortina d’Ampezzo, or similar
DAY 2: CORTINA > DOLOMITES LAKES, VALLEYS & MOUNTAIN PASSES > CORTINA
After breakfast, travel to Lake Misurina the largest natural lake of the Cadore and the jewel between the Three Peaks of Lavaredo. Continue to Lake Dobbiaco which is one of the many stunning mountain lakes in the Italian Dolomite mountains. It's a picture-perfect lake with turquoise waters. Visit the Val Pusteria and the Val Badia, which probably are the most popular valleys in the Alps with stunning landscapes.
After lunch (not included), cross the Falzarego Pass, one of Italy's most beautiful passes before returning to Cortina. Meals: B
Accommodation at the Hotel Villa Neve, Cortina d’Ampezzo, or similar
DAY 3: CORTINA > DOLOMITES LAKES, VALLEYS & MOUNTAIN PASSES > MERANO > BOLZANO
After breakfast, you will be invited to taste the flavourful speck, a kind of smoked ham, typical of the Dolomites valleys. Later, travel through several beautiful Dolomite passes including the Val Parola to the Val Gardena which offers marvelous views. Travel to the Sella Pass and enjoy the landscape of the Val di Fassa.
Through the Costalunga Pass, arrive at Lake Carezza, which is a small alpine lake in the Dolomites. It is known for its wonderful colors. Afterward, continue to the charming alpine town of Merano, known for its spas and art nouveau buildings. You will have free time to explore on your own.
After lunch (not included), travel to Bolzano, the provincial capital of South Tyrol. Bolzano offers an incredible cultural mix of Italian and Germanic influences. Discover the gems of the city including the 13th-century Mareccio Castle, and the Duomo di Bolzano with its Romanesque and Gothic architecture. Meals: B
Accommodation at the Parkhotel Luna Mondschein, Bolzano, or similar
DAY 4: BOLZANO > WINE ROUTE > TRENTO > MILAN
After breakfast, depart to Trento, which is famous for the beauty of its landscape and the quality of its snow, making it a favorite destination for ski enthusiasts. En route, travel through the wine route where tiny villages like Caldaro and Termeno offer relaxing and amazing views.
Upon arrival in Trento, the capital of the Trentino region. Explore the city known for its architectural and historical marvels, including Buonconsiglio Castle and Trento Cathedral.
Later, continue to Milan where your journey will come to an end. Meals: B