South Tyrol in a Nutshell

Alto Adige

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Duration

3 days

Tour Type

5
  • Quality5
  • Location5
  • Services5
  • Price5

Overview

A 4 days itinerary suggestion for those that would like to explore and discover more of South Tyrol through the visit of historical towns, must-sees sites and unforgettable scenery.

Highlights

  • Discover the spectacular frescoes of Roncolo’s Castle
  • Visit the South Tyrol Wine Road and taste its top wines
  • Enjoy a visit to Europe’s smallest medieval walled city
  • Be amazed by the fairytale Funes Valley

 

DEPARTURE/RETURN LOCATION | Bolzano Area or South Tyrol.


DEPARTURE TIME | 9 AM.


AVAILABILITY | Upon request.


WEAR | Comfortable shoes and clothes.


WHO SHOULD TAKE IT  | Everyone. The tour can be rearranged based on client’s fit level.


WEATHER CONDITIONS | The tour takes place rain or shine.


MORE INFO | This is a medium difficulty trek, where hiking shoes are required. Walking time is about 4 hours, with a total distance of 9.5 km and 400 mt altitude gain.


TERMS & CONDITIONS | The tour is fully refundable if the cancellation is received 72 hours before departure. For cancellation within 2 day(s) prior, a 100% penalty will apply.

Included

  • Private driver and an English-speaking tour guide throughout the trip
  • Tailor-made services (entrance fees, tastings, visits…) can be included to make the trip unique
  • Upon request we can include accommodations based on client’s budget

Itinerary

Walking tour of Bolzano followed by a visit to Roncolo Castle and its secular frescoes dating back to the Middle Ages. Following the visit meet with your private driver and transfer to Merano, the Pearl of South Tyrol. Walking tour of and the historical center, the Cathedral, the Medieval Arches and the Tappeiner Promenade.
Stop along the South Tyrol Wine Road, for a wine tasting before returning to Bolzano.

Morning departure to Glorenza-Glurns, Europe’s smaller medieval walled city and stop for visit. Continue to Castle Coira-Churburg, the best preserved South Tyrol castle in South Tyrol, famous for its impressive armory. Lunch at the historical Brewery Forst. Next are the botanical Gardens of Trauttmansdorf, considered amongst the most visited in Europe. Stop at Rametz Castle for a wine tasting before returning to Bolzano.

Morning tour to Bressanone-Brixen, South Tyrol oldest city and Episcopal See. Walking tour and visit of its major sights: the cloister, the Cathedral the 230 foot high Gothic tower and White Tower. Continue to the Novacella Abbey, a 800 years old monastery. Visit of the Abbey compound as well as the monastery cellar. The area around Novacella is also famous for growing the Sylvaner grape. Light lunch with tasting of local products. Stop at the fairy tale Funes Valley to capture on camera the small church of San Giovanni in Ranui with the unique background of the Dolomites.

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One thought on “South Tyrol in a Nutshell”

  1. Anthony Franjoine 15 June 2024

    5

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    • Location
    • Services
    • Price

    Review date: 06/15/2024 12:59
    The farmhouse cooking class was one of the highlights of a very enjoyable trip to the Dolomites. The time spent with Mail and her family was truly an insight into the region, it’s cooking, and it’s traditions.

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