Welcome to Trentino & South Tyrol
Home to Italy's most spectacular mountains, the Dolomites, the two semi-autonomous provinces of Trentino and South Tyrol (Südtirol or Alto Adige) offer up a number of stunning wilderness areas – and seven national parks – where adventure and comfort can be found in equal measure. The region has had a faithful fan club of skiers, hikers, climbers, poets and fresh-air fanciers for at least the last few centuries; today the region's ridiculously scenic Sella Ronda is one of the world's most iconic ski circuits.
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From Bolzano: Private Day Tour by car: The Great Dolomites Road
The Great Dolomites Road runs through the Dolomites from Bolzano to Cortina d’Ampezzo. Along the road it is possible to admire the most beautiful views of the Dolomites and to reach the Pordoi Pass (2.239 m) and the Sella Pass (2.244 m), two of the most important and panoramic passes in the Alps. ItineraryDepart from Bolzano, the Gateway to the Dolomites, capital of the province South Tyrol; then cross the Ega Valley which begins at Bolzano and runs eastward between the Rosengarten and the Latemar mountains. This road was built in 1895 when the territory was part of the Austro Hungarian Empire. Part of the route is located in a canyon carved by the river Ega. Stop at Carezza Lake, the most beautiful lake of the Dolomites; with 30 minutes of staying time and the chance to walk around the lake (optional); then head to Costalunga Pass. Near the Pass you will see the historical “Grand Hotel Carezza”, built in 1893, the first luxury hotel in the Dolomites which hosted very important guests like the Empress Sissi, Winston Churchill, Agatha Christie.From the Costalunga Pass, reach the Fassa Valley in Trentino and pass through the towns of Vigo di Fassa and Canazei to arrive under the imposing peaks of the Sella Groups. From here, a long series of 27 hairpins bends (switchbacks) begins, that will lead you to the famous Pordoi Pass at an altitude of 2.239 meters above sea level. One hour of staying time if you decide to arrive with the cable car to Sass Pordoi (altitude of 2950 meters: the cable car is open from late May until mid-October and from Christmas to Easter).From the Pordoi Pass you will return back a few kilometers to reach the Sella Pass: here the landscape is really impressive with the Sella vertical walls that stand right in front of you and from the Sella Pass you can admire the Marmolada glacier (3,343 m) and the majestic Sassolungo (3,181 m), the most famous mountain in Gardena Valley: 10 minute stop for photos;Coming down from the Sella Pass you will enter in the Gardena Valley, the best known tourist valley of the Dolomites and you will have the chance to see its largest town, the beautiful Ortisei: one hour of staying for lunch break and to visit the town. From Ortisei in less than an hour, you'll be back in Bolzano.
Great Dolomites Road Private Day Tour Including Gardena Valley
ItineraryThis is a typical itinerary for this productStop At: Lago di Carezza, Nova Levante, Province of South Tyrol, Trentino-Alto AdigeCarezza Lake, the most beautiful lake of the Dolomites: Duration: 30 minutesStop At: Funivia Pass Pordoi, Canazei, Province of Trento, Trentino-Alto AdigeFrom the Fassa Valley begins a long series of 27 hairpins bends (switchbacks) that will lead us to the famous Pordoi Pass at an altitude of 2.239 meters above sea level. One hour of staying if you decide to arrive with the cable car to Sass Pordoi (altitude of 2950 meters: the cable car is open from late May until mid-October and from Christmas to Easter):Cable car Sass PordoiDuration: 1 hourStop At: Passo Sella, Selva di Val Gardena, Val Gardena, Province of South Tyrol, Trentino-Alto AdigeFrom the Pordoi Pass we return back a few kilometers to reach the Sella Pass: here the landscape is really impressive with the Sella vertical walls that stand right in front of us .... From the Sella Passwe can admire the Marmolada glacier (3,343 m) and the majestic Sassolungo (3,181 m), the most famous mountain in Gardena Valley: 10 minutes stop for photosDuration: 15 minutesStop At: Val Gardena, Selva di Val Gardena, Val Gardena, Province of South Tyrol, Trentino-Alto AdigeComing down from the Sella Pass we will enter in the Gardena Valley, the best known tourist valley of the Dolomites and we will stay in its largest town, the beautiful OrtiseiDuration: 45 minutes
From Bolzano - Snowmobile & Sledding and The Great Dolomites Road Private Tour
Daily tour of a total of 280 km through the breathtaking Dolomites, one of the most beautiful and unique alpine regions in the world, a masterpiece of the nature included in the UNESCO World Heritage list in 2009.Highlights:Ascent by the snowmobile shuttle + sledge descent : experience not to be missed !!Experience the famous “Great Dolomites Road”Admire the most beautiful mountain scenery in EuropeBenefit from a private tour for your party only Itinerary Departure from Bolzano, the Gateway to the Dolomites, capital of the province South Tyrol;We drive north through the Isarco Valley and then east along the Pusteria Valley up to the famous Misurina Lake with the incredible panoramic view of the Three Peaks of Lavaredo.Near Misurina Lake a skilled pilot will take you along the 5 km snowy road up to the Rifugio Auronzo which it is located just below the Three peaks of LavaredoAt the top, a stop for photos and to admire a beautiful landscape all over the Dolomites, descent by sledge (or again by the snowmobile shuttle).From Misurina, in less than half an hour, we'll reach Cortina d’Ampezzo, the "Queen of the Dolomites", site of the Winter Olympic Games in 1956.We will return to Bolzano along the Great Dolomites Road: we will stop at Falzarego Pass and after crossing the Gardena Pass we will go through the Gardena Valley, the most famous valley of all the Dolomites with the towns of Selva Gardena, Santa Cristina and Ortisei.
From Bolzano: Private daily Tour - The most beautiful Trekking in the Dolomites
The Tre Cime di Lavaredo (Three peaks of Lavaredo) are a bizarre and striking alpenstock belonging to the Sesto Dolomites, mainly characterised by its distinctive form. Due to this special shape, these three pinnacles are world-famous and are considered to be the symbol of the (Sesto) Dolomites. The famous alpenstock consists of the Cima Grande (2,999 m) which is the pinnacle in the middle, the Cima Piccola (2,857 m) and the Cima Ovest (west peak, 2,973 m). The view on the north face of the Tre Cime di Lavaredo is one of the most famous alpine images and views all over the world.Transfer info: The day will start with a transfer by car through the Isarco Valley and Pusteria Valley to Misurina Lake (120 km-2 hours); from Misurina Lake (photo stop) we will climb up to the Auronzo Refuge (2.333 m) with the toll road of 7 km. Two Tours In One: after trekking back to Bolzano on the famous and panoramic Great Dolomites Road.Lunch break as you prefer: packed lunch or at a refuge along the way.Trek info: • Starting point: Auronzo Refuge (2,333 metres) • Trail route: Auronzo Refuge – Lavaredo Refuge – Forcella di Lavaredo – Locatelli Refuge – Lange Alm hut – Auronzo Refuge • Trail numbers: 101, 105, 4 Dolomiten Höhenweg • Altitude difference: 400 metres • Length: 9 km • Walking time: approx. 4.0 hours • Difficulty: medium difficulty - Hiking shoes are required
2.5-Hour Small-Group Bolzano Street Food Walking Tour
Meet up with your guide to begin your walking tour, which offers an overview of Bolzano history and wine tradition. Your first food stall stop will present you with the opportunity to taste a Wuerstel (sausage), which is a typical example of Austrian and German tradition. Moving along, you will then visit a local bread producer where you'll enjoy a very special type of bread, Schuettelbrot. Next, you will head on over to the Franciscan Church. While here you will gain some knowledge about one of its famous guests. Afterwards, pop into the town’s oldest bakery to taste some local sweets and cakes. Continuing on, you’ll walk along the medieval street for your next stop, a popular Trattoria for a very Italian Happy hour with bruschette and a local cocktail. In addition to your food journey, discover the Medieval arcades and stop at the town's oldest Inn for a beer tasting.Please note: places visited during your tour are subject to change due to shops availability.
Day Hike in Madonna di Campiglio, Dolomites
Dolomiti di Brenta is one of the most astonishing dolomite ranges known for its adventurous via-ferratas, majestic summits and historical mountain huts called “rifugio”. This panoramic hike will bring you to the heart of the massif: you will see the lifeless dolomite landscapes surrounded by huge rocky towers and we will stop in the most famous mountain huts. The first hut on our way will be Rifugio Vallesinella built in 1933 and hosted Austrian and Italian élite who spent vacations in Madonna di Campiglio. After a swift ascent we will reach Rifugio Casinei, one of the oldest in Brenta that served as a transit point for alpinists from 1850 and keeps solid alpinist traditions. In the afternoon we will stop for lunch in Rifugio Tuckett situated in the central part of Brenta at the foot of the magnificent peak Castelletto Superiore. The hut was built in 1904 and named after a legendary English alpinist Francis Fox Tuckett. Here we will try unforgettable canederli, goulash with polenta and sauerkraut or a delicious local pasta. Moving forward by the trails on the Cima Mandron slopes, we will reach Rifugio Brentei hidden at the foot of Crozzon di Brenta. This hut has a strategic location for many trekking and via-ferrata routs in Brenta. This hike is ranged as an intermediate level of difficulty tour. You need to be in a good shape to do this hike. If you travel with children, the guide can adapt the itinerary. There is a possibility of a ski lift transition to or from the highland.