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8 days

Explore Italy's Dolomites on this 8-day tour, staying for seven nights in the picturesque lakeside mountain village of Molveno. Visit Bolzano for its art and architecture, then take the Renon Cable Car and Railway for stunning mountain views. Ascend Mendola Mountain by funicular, enjoy scenic vistas, and join an included wine tasting. Explore the historic towns of Caldes and Cles, with visits to Caldes Castle and the Assessorile Palace. Enjoy a boat trip on Lake Garda, explore the lakeside town of Limone, and uncover the colourful streets and Roman history of Trento.

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Tour Overview

Duration

8 days

Starts

Molveno

Ends

Molveno

Range

Handpicked

Tour Guide

Tour leader escort & local guides for sightseeing

Group Size

Min 2 / Max 45

Minimum age

No minimum age

Departs

May - October

Hotel Rating

3-star hotel

Countries

Italy

Arrival Transfer

No - can be booked on request

Departure Transfer

No - can be booked on request

Meals included

Breakfast: 7, Dinner: 7
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$3,995.00
AUD$3,196.00
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Final payment
AUD$1,000.00
$5,392.00

Tour Highlights

Molveno - Spend seven nights in this lakeside mountain village, with free time to relax and enjoy the scenery
Bolzano - Explore the city known as the "gateway to the Dolomites" on a guided tour, and take the Renon Cable Car to the hilltop village of Soprabolzano
Mendel Pass - Marvel at the stunning mountain scenery and visit a local winery for included wine tasting
Lake Garda - Enjoy a relaxing boat trip on the lake and explore the picturesque town of Limone independently
Trento - Discover the former Roman settlement of Trento, with its colourful streets and captivating history

Included

7 breakfasts & 7 dinners
7 nights in a 3-star hotel
Escorted by a professional English-speaking tour leader, with local guides for included sightseeing
All relevant transportation in private, air-conditioned vehicles
Full day excursion to Bolzano, including a guided walking tour, cable car ride to Soprabolzano and the Renon historical train to Collalbo
Full day excursion to include a funicular ride from San Antonio to Passo della Mendola and wine tasting
Full day excursion to include a journey on the Castle Train from Mezzolombardo to Mezzana with visits to Caldes Castle and the Assessorile Palace in Cles
Full day excursion to Lake Garda to include a boat trip on the lake & free time in Limone
Half day excursion to include a walking tour of Trento and entrance to Buonconsiglio Castle
Note: This tour is operated in conjunction with our trusted partner and you will join travellers from different operators, not solely On The Go.

Not Included

International flights and visas
Airport transfers
Tipping - an entirely personal gesture!
Optional excursions
Hotel city taxes

Itinerary

Day 1 - Welcome to Molveno!

Arrive in Italy, either in Milan or Venice, and make your own way to our hotel in Molveno, besides the lake of the same name and nestled under the shadow of the Brenta Dolomites. After checking in, the rest of the day is yours to enjoy at leisure. In the evening, join your fellow travellers for dinner at our hotel.

Overnight: Molveno
Meals: Dinner

Day 2 - Bolzano & Collalbo Excursion

Molveno - Bolzano - Collalbo - Molveno. After breakfast, we set off on a full-day excursion with our expert guide, beginning with a visit to Bolzano, the gateway to the Dolomites. We’ll explore the city's wonderful art, architecture, and treasures on a walking tour, followed by some free time for further exploration at your leisure.

In the afternoon, we will take the Renon Cable Car to the hilltop village of Soprabolzano (journey time approximately 12 minutes), where we will board the Renon Railway for our onward journey to the picturesque mountain town of Collalbo (journey time approximately 15 minutes). As the historic narrow-gauge train climbs to an altitude of 1,221 metres, we will enjoy views of some of the most dramatic scenery in the Dolomites.

On our return by coach to the hotel in the late afternoon, we will have some photo opportunities at the Earth Pyramids rock formations in the South Tyrol. Arriving back in Molveno, the evening is at leisure.

Overnight: Molveno
Meals: Breakfast, Dinner

Day 3 - Mendola Funicular & Wine Tasting

Molveno - Mendel Pass - Molveno. Today, we will journey to the village of San Antonio, nestled at the foothills of the Mendola mountain range. Here, we will board the funicular to ascend to Passo della Mendola (a journey of approximately 12 minutes each way). The ride offers stunning views as we cross bridges, pass through woodlands, and climb to 1,363 metres.

After descending, our guide will take us to a local winery for an included wine tasting before we return to our hotel in the afternoon.

Overnight: Molveno
Meals: Breakfast, Dinner

Day 4 - Caldes Castle & Cles Palace

Molveno - Mezzolombardo - Caldes - Cles - Molveno. Today we are travelling by coach to the historic town of Mezzolombardo, where we will board a train for a scenic journey through the mountains to Caldes (journey time approx. 45 minutes). Upon arrival, we will visit the impressive 13th-century Gothic-style Caldes Castle, which overlooks the Noce River. You will then have some free time to explore at your leisure.

Later, we visit the Assessorile Palace (Palace of Justice) in the village of Cles. The building's architecture reflects a 15th-century reconstruction of a 13th-century tower and is famous for its frescoed walls.

Overnight: Molveno
Meals: Breakfast, Dinner

Day 5 - Lake Garda & Limone Day Trip

Molveno - Lake Garda - Molveno. Join us today for a full-day excursion to Lake Garda, where we will enjoy a relaxing boat trip on the lake and you will have some free time to explore the picturesque town of Limone at your leisure.

Overnight: Molveno
Meals: Breakfast, Dinner

Day 6 - Trento & Buonconsiglio Castle Tour

Molveno - Trento - Molveno. This morning, we will embark on an excursion to the former Roman settlement of Trento, where our guide will lead us on a walking tour through the colourful streets, including a visit to Buonconsiglio Castle. With its impressive architecture, beautiful frescoes, and picturesque surroundings, Buonconsiglio Castle offers us a captivating journey through the history of Trento.

Overnight: Molveno
Meals: Breakfast, Dinner

Day 7 - Molveno at Leisure

You can spend your final day as you choose, enjoying the beautiful lakeside setting, shopping for last-minute souvenirs, or relaxing with a coffee, gelato, or glass of wine at a local café.

Overnight: Molveno
Meals: Breakfast, Dinner

Day 8 - Arrivederci Molveno

Enjoy a final breakfast at the hotel before check out. We wish you a safe onwards journey!

Meals: Breakfast

Hotels

The hotels listed below are ones which we frequently use on this tour. We reserve the right to substitute these hotels to ones of a similar standard.
Hotel Miralago
Molveno

This charming mountainside hotel, just a 1-minute walk from the Molveno-Centro bus stop, offers scenic views of Lake Molveno and is only 6 minutes' walk from the ski lifts and the lake, and 1.6 km from Campanile Basso mountain. The relaxed rooms and suites are equipped with satellite TV and free Wi-Fi. The hotel features a cosy restaurant with terrace dining and lake views, an American bar, an outdoor pool with a sundeck, and a wellness spa with a hot tub, sauna, hammam, and various treatments.

Our Rating
Standard
Local Rating
3 Star Hotel

Prices & Dates

Departure dates are guaranteed with 2 travellers. 'Twin/Double' prices are per person when there are 2 people on the same booking sharing a room. 'Single' prices are applicable to solo travellers wanting the privacy of their own room, or if your booking party cannot reach the minimum of 2 persons in a room. Single Rooms can also be booked by any other person wanting the comfort and privacy of their own room. Room sharing is not available on this tour.

2025
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4 May - 11 May
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1 Jun - 8 Jun
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21 Sep - 28 Sep
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