7 days/6 nights

A Taste of South Tyrol: Hike, Bike, Explore, and Savor!

Trip Location:

Alta Badia / San Candido

Combine some of the most fantastic hiking in the world, with fine dining on incredible Italian cuisine

This exceptional itinerary blends gourmet indulgence with breathtaking alpine adventure, offering exquisite dinners in Michelin-starred and traditional Tyrolean restaurants, along with curated tastings of regional specialties like cheese, jam, and wine. Influenced by Italian, Austrian, and Ladin cultures, and shaped by a diverse landscape ranging from Mediterranean coasts to mountain peaks, the cuisine features everything from seafood and wild greens to roasted meats and garden-fresh herbs. Alongside these culinary delights, you’ll explore spectacular trails through the South Tyrol, the Dolomites UNESCO World Heritage Site, and into Austria, experiencing vast plateaus, alpine lakes, and picturesque villages.

Highlights

Experience the best of the Dolomites and everything this UNESCO World Heritage Site has to offer!

Hike amid glorious landscapes of pillars, pinnacles, and colossal rock walls of the Dolomite Mountains

Discover the Dolomites and South Tyrol, with their charming villages, alpine lakes and idyllic valleys

Savor the refined cuisine of northern Italy and its excellent wines

Enjoy luxury hotels, gourmet cuisine, professional mountain guides, and private transportation throughout

Itinerary

Day 1

Arrive in San Cassiano in Alta Badia, the Dolomites

Arrive in San Cassiano, a scenic village in Alta Badia where Ladin, German, and Italian cultures blend in daily life, architecture, and cuisine. After a trip briefing with a Dolomite Mountains rep, enjoy a delicious degustation dinner at Cocun Restaurant in Hotel Ciasa Salares.

day 2

Begin your day with a trip briefing and orientation from your local English-speaking hiking guide before setting out to explore the Pralongià High Plateau, accessible by foot or cable car. Surrounded by dramatic peaks including the majestic Marmolada, the highest in the Dolomites, the plateau offers scenic hiking (1–6 hours), cozy mountain inns for lunch, and breathtaking views. In the evening, enjoy a wine tasting followed by a gourmet dinner at the 1-Star Michelin restaurant La Stua de Michil, with return transfers included.

day 3

Hike on the Pralongia Plateau

Today’s hike takes you from San Cassiano to the Santa Croce Sanctuary at the base of Sasso della Croce, passing charming Ladin hamlets and pilgrimage trail markers along the way. After a scenic lunch stop at the sanctuary, continue through woods and meadows to the village of La Val, before a private transfer to San Vigilio. On the way, enjoy a unique beer and cheese tasting in a WWII-era stone bunker, hosted by a cheese and beer expert who’ll guide you through historic tunnels and regional flavors. Dinner is included at your hotel’s restaurant.

Day 4

Hike to Santa Croce, with Beer & Cheese Tasting

Plan de Corones / Kronplatz

After breakfast, take a private transfer to Passo Furcia for a scenic hike to the summit of Kronplatz (2,275m / 7,464'), offering breathtaking 360° views of the Alps, from the Dolomites to the Zillertal and Ortler ranges. At the top, visit the LUMEN Museum to explore the history of mountain photography, then enjoy a gourmet lunch at AlpINN, a Michelin-concept restaurant led by Chef Norbert Niederkofler, featuring locally sourced dishes and panoramic views. Descend by cable car and transfer to your hotel, where a traditional regional dinner awaits.

Day 5

Begin the day with a transfer to Lake Braies, the "Pearl of the Dolomites," for a scenic 1–2 hour hike around its emerald waters, with stunning views of Croda del Béco. Afterward, visit a local fruit manufactory for a tasting of organic jams, syrups, and smoothies made with natural ingredients. End the day with a transfer to San Candido and a gourmet degustation dinner at a 1-Michelin Star restaurant in Dobbiaco.

Discover Lago di Braies, with a Fruit Jam Tasting

Start your day by renting bikes in San Candido and follow a scenic, family-friendly cycle path through Val Pusteria, crossing into Austria toward Lienz. Along the way, stop at a renowned pastry factory to learn how to make your own wafers before continuing the ride and returning to San Candido by train. End the day with a final gourmet dinner in a cozy alpine restaurant just a short walk away, featuring freshly prepared South Tyrolean dishes made with local ingredients.

Breakfast and departure on your own (private transfer available on request).

Day 6

Bike to Lienz in Austria, with Pastry Experience

Day 7

Departure

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