Itinerary

Day 1 - Arrival Merano
Independent arrival to our hotel in Merano.
Welcome drinks followed by group dinner.
Meals: D

Day 2 - Gardens of Trauttmansdorff Castle
Following breakfast we depart for the short 2km walk to The Gardens of Trauttmansdorff Castle. The Gardens of Trauttmansdorff Castle cover an area of 12 hectares and extend over an altitude difference of 100 metres, offering a stunning view of the 80 different garden landscapes, of the city of Merano/Meran and of the surrounding mountain ranges. The gently meandering paths through the garden offer visitors the opportunity to explore four garden worlds home to plants from all over the world, across sunny terraces and past gurgling stream waters.
Meals: B, D

Day 3 - Col de Flam walk 5km walk & Volser Weiher Lake
Following breakfast we depart for Ortisei, on our way we will make a stop at Volser Weiher Lake, considered the cleanest swimming lake in Italy. Situated in surrounds of Dolomite mountains it is simply stunning. Opportunity for a dip for those who bring their togs!

From the lake we head to our hotel and check in. We will head off for an afternoon loop walk close to Ortisei which takes us through a beautiful woodland area which beautifully showcases the landscape of Ortisei. Through the forest and then along the river this is one of our favourite walks.
Meals: B, D

Day 4 - Seceda Ridgeline Hike
Today we hike what is arguably the most beautiful trail in Italy, the Seceda, with its jaw-dropping ridge line showcasing the Dolomites dramatically beautiful spear-like peaks.

Seceda Ridgeline Hike – 12-15km - Moderate
This walk departs from Ortisei, where we take the Ortisei-Furnes gondola and then the Furnes-Seceda cable car.

For those who want to do the circular hike, this hike has a fair bit of uphill, but the trails are solid and well-constructed. It isn’t a technical hike, but it does require some fitness as the trails are at a relatively steep incline. There is the choice for a group to do a shorter and less intense walk, or as our local guides say, the tranquila walk! This is more a meadow style walk, still spectacular but without the steep inclines and declines.
Distance: 12km loop, Time: 4hrs, Ascent: 466m, Highest Point 2500m
Meals: B, D

Day 5 - Seiser Alm Walk
Morning hike on the largest high alpine pasture in Europe, the UNESCO World Heritage listed Seiser Alm. Following breakfast we take the short walk into Ortisei where we take the funicular up to the start of our walk.
Following the walk you can wander around the village for lunch before we return to the hotel to relax and enjoy the wellness areas before dinner.
Meals: B, D

Seiser Alm Walk - Circular trail around the Alpe di Siusi area 10-12km - Level: Easy UNESCO World Natural Heritage since 2009.
This flat trail develops across mountain meadows to the Sanon Hut. After a gentle climb, you will reach the Sonne chairlift which will take us to the starting point. The circuit offers a stunning scenic view over the Sassolungo Group, the Sella massif and the Sciliar. Distance:

Approx 12km which includes our walk from the hotel to the funicular, Time: 3hrs, Ascent: 208m, Highest Point 2006m Sella massif and the Sciliar. Distance: 5.3km, Time: 1.5hrs, Ascent: 208m, Highest Point 2006m

Day 6
End of trip – departure to Bolzano station.
Meals: B

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