Italy - Dramatic Dolomites & Dazzling Lakes - Autumn Gold

Itinerary

Day 1

Day 2

After a good rest and tasty breakfast, rejoin your coach for the drive down through the Alps into northern Italy and Lake Molveno. We expect to arrive at our hotel in the late afternoon and in good time for your first taste of Italy at dinner. Unpack, relax and unwind before dinner before enjoying supper and an opportunity to mingle with your fellow travellers.

Days 3 - 6

Enjoy hearty buffet breakfasts every morning and delicious evening meals. Take time to enjoy the hotel's facilities or explore the lake but make sure you don't miss out on our INCLUDED excursions as shown below (please note that days may vary):

Day 3:
Take the beautiful journey south through the ancient Tenno Valley passing medieval villages and lush pastures, to the amazing Riva del Garda on Italy’s largest lake. Browse the many shops and eateries, enjoy a gelato by the lake or take a boat ride to nearby Limone for a water’s eye view of the stunning shores.

Day 4:
The Italian Dolomites are a breath-taking mountain range of dramatic peaks, and no visit would be complete without a scenic drive through the stunning scenery, passing medieval villages and lush pastures. We start our day in the historic town of Trento, with time to browse the weekly market and admire the cathedral and castle.  We then board the local ‘Castles Train’ from Trento to Male for a unique view of the picture perfect scenery and towns known for their dramatic medieval castles.

Day 5:
Enjoy a free day to explore your hotel and Molveno. Relax by the lake or take a swim in the hotel pool with the mountains as your backdrop. Your included Dolomiti card also gives you free travel on local buses, entrance to museums and reductions on attractions. Why not take the stunning cable car ride up to the panoramic terrace 1350 metres above the lake!

Day 6:
Travel to the capital of the South Tyrol today. Beautiful Bolzano shows its Austrian history in the architecture, scenery and even the language. Enjoy time to see the cathedral, pretty piazzas and perhaps visit the museum which is home to the 5,300 year old body of ‘Otzi the Iceman’ found in 1991 in the local mountains.

Day 7

After a final tasty breakfast it is time to bid farewell to Lake Garda and Italy as you board your coach and head back through the mountains to your overnight hotel in France, once again stopping en route for you to grab supper. Check in to your comfortable hotel and enjoy a final night in Europe before the final leg of your journey home.

Day 8

Enjoy another good breakfast before heading back to Calais and your return crossing back to the UK. As you the head back home through England, there will be plenty of time to reflect on the holiday memories you are bringing home with you - and maybe a few souvenirs?

Tour Includes

• 2 nights bed & breakfast at overnight hotels
• 5 nights dinner, bed & breakfast on Lake Molveno
• Free time to explore Molveno
• Welcome drink in Italy
• Candlelit dinner in Italy on one night with piano music
• Afternoon tea & biscuits daily in Italy
• Local Dolomiti Discount Card
• Excursions to Lake Garda
• Excursions to Trento in the Dolomites & Bolzano in South Tyrol
• Tourist Tax in Italy
• Return ferry crossing
• Direct Coach Travel & Net Zero Carbon

The Italian Dolomites

Malcesine & Riva del Garda

This fabulous excursion will take you up to the north of the lake, where the mountain backdrop is even more stunning. Sit back, relax and enjoy a scenic drive that is a real feast for all the senses.

Our first stop is Malcesine, one of the larger towns set on the narrow strip of flatter land on the eastern shore of Lake Garda running south from Riva del Garda through Torbole to Garda itself. With its historic old town crowned by the Castello Scaligero it is one of the most attractive settlements on the entire Garda lake shoreline and has attracted writers and artists through the centuries who come to admire the panoramic lake views. The medieval town with its cobbled streets is not just a historic location however. It is one of the centres for sailing and windsurfing on Lake Garda and the Monte Baldo cable car offers a stunning lake view from the top station,

Moving on, we visit Riva del Garda, often also referred to as “the jewel of Lake Garda”. Lemon trees, palm trees as well as bay trees are very characteristic for this village at the lake shore. Riva del Garda represents the junction between north and south of Lake Garda. This is also where the Gruppo di Brenta, a mountain massif, begins. Boasting a number of lovely bays and ports, Lovers of culture can look forward to the historical palazzi in the inner city, dating back to a time when the Venetians were reigning the area. The “Rocca di Riva” castle originates in the year 1124 and is completely surrounded by water. Today it houses the urban museum and a picture gallery called “pinacoteca”. This is a great place to simply wander, gelato in hand, and soak up the atmosphere...

Lake Molveno

Bolzano & The South Tyrol

Experience the charm of South Tyrol with a day excursion to the vibrant city of Bolzano, an ideal destination for culture and nature enthusiasts. Nestled in the heart of the Italian Alps, Bolzano blends Italian and Austrian influences, offering a unique cultural experience. Wander through the picturesque streets of the historic center, where colorful medieval buildings and bustling squares create a lively atmosphere. Maybe visit the renowned South Tyrol Museum of Archaeology, home to the famous Ötzi the Iceman, a well-preserved natural mummy from the Copper Age. Explore the Gothic-style Bolzano Cathedral, an architectural gem with stunning frescoes. Take a leisurely stroll along the Talvera River or enjoy the lush greenery of the city’s numerous parks and gardens.

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Accommodation

Overnight Hotels

Your overnight hotels will be comfortable tourist class hotels with facilities to match. You will be advised in advance of where you will be staying but our chosen hotel will be well located for your journey to and from your main resort

Alle Dolomite Boutique Hotel **** Molveno

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