The route
This tour offers varied walking, mainly along well-maintained paths, including the traditional Waalwege irrigation channels. You will also follow forest trails, tackle several steep ascents and occasionally walk along quiet local roads. We recommend a good level of basic fitness and being comfortable walking for approximately 3½–6 hours per day, sometimes with longer uphill sections.
Watch a video about the tour
We have made this short video to give you a better idea of what to expect on the tour. Please note that the video shows the 8-day version, so Day 6 in the video is not included in this 7-day itinerary.
Easy cancellation up to 35 days before departure
This tour is covered by our special easy cancellation policy up to 35 days before departure.
Itinerary
Depending on your arrival time in Merano, you may have the opportunity to explore this charming South Tyrolean mountain town. Stroll through its picturesque streets, wander along the lively pedestrianised shopping streets and soak up the relaxed atmosphere of this historic spa town.
Hotel (example): Flora
Today's walk follows the traditional Waalwege irrigation paths through apple orchards to an impressive waterfall. From here, the route continues through the chestnut-covered hills around Tisens and up to the small historic church of St. Christoph.
You then walk through beautiful woodland with wonderful views across the Adige Valley. Before long, you reach the picturesque village of Nals, surrounded by vineyards and apple orchards, where you will spend the night.
Hotel (example): Traubenheim
Today you can look forward to a fascinating walk along the Castle Trail. Following scenic and sometimes steep paths, you make your way from one historic castle to another, admiring their distinctive architecture and beautiful surroundings.
In the afternoon, the route takes you through the fascinating Ice Holes area, a remarkable natural phenomenon where icy formations can sometimes be found even in the height of summer. After passing St. George's Tower and walking through typical South Tyrolean vineyards, you arrive in the Lake Kaltern area, where you spend the night.
Hotel (example): Masatsch
The day begins with a short ride on the mountain railway up to the Mendel Pass, where spectacular panoramic views await. From here, your walk continues across the plateau towards the Val di Non, situated near the regional border.
The route leads you through impressive gorges and charming little villages to the pilgrimage site of San Romedio, famous for its dramatic setting. You then continue past two lovely small lakes before reaching Còredo, your destination for the day.
Hotel (example): Hotel Sport
During the short transfer, you can enjoy the beautiful scenery of the Val di Non before setting off on today's walk.
The route takes you through peaceful forests towards a panoramic viewpoint near the charming little church of San Tommaso. From here, you continue into the Priori nature park area and across the wetlands surrounding a mountain lake towards Andalo.
The final stretch leads you to Molveno, beautifully situated at the foot of the Brenta Dolomites beside the sparkling turquoise waters of Lake Molveno. This is where you will spend the night.
Hotel (example): Londra
As your walking holiday draws to a close, today's route takes you through the unspoilt meadows of the Lomasona Valley. A steady climb leads you towards Rifugio Monte San Pietro, where magnificent views of Lake Garda reward your efforts.
From here, you descend through winding streets and narrow lanes, passing the historic stone walls of Tenno Castle. The final few kilometres take you through olive groves and beneath cypress trees before you reach the shores of Lake Garda. A wonderful place to celebrate the end of your walking adventure.
Hotel (example): Hotel Velora
After breakfast, it is time to check out of your hotel and begin your individual journey home. Alternatively, you can extend your stay and enjoy a little more time at beautiful Lake Garda.
Pictures from the trip
Prices and dates
The price includes
ACCOMMODATION
- 6 nights in 3- and 4-star hotels
FOOD & DRINKS
- Breakfast every day
WALKING AND EXPERIENCES
- 5 days of walking (approx. 81 km)
- Detailed descriptions of the carefully selected routes (route maps, route descriptions, information about relevant tourist attractions and important phone numbers – in English)
- Welcome meeting on the day of arrival
- Option to receive GPX files for use in your own GPS
- Access to the route in our GPS app, which also works offline (one access per person)
TRANSPORT
- Luggage transfer between the hotels
- Transfers from Còredo to Spormaggiore and from Molveno to Val Lomasona
OTHER
- 24-hour local and international service hotline for the duration of the tour
- This is a packaged holiday and is therefore covered by The Travel Guarantee Fund - See which benefits this means for you - click here
GENERAL
- Transport to and from Italy
- Handling fee (€25)
- Travel insurance and cancellation insurance
REQUIRED AND PAID LOCALLY
- Bus ticket from Lake Nembia to Comano (approximately €5 per person)
- Mendelbahn mountain railway ticket (free with the South Tyrol Guest Pass, which you receive at your hotel in Kaltern/Caldaro)
- Any tourist taxes at the hotels
OPTIONAL
The following can be selected in the booking form, when you book the tour.
- Transfer from the last hotel to the first hotel
- Transfer from the airport (Verona, Milan or Venice) to the first hotel
- Transfer from the last hotel to the airport (Verona, Milan or Venice)
Use the button "Calculate price" on this page to see what the tour will cost with your wanted inclusions.
PARKING
It is possible to park at the first hotel or nearby. Parking cannot be reserved in advance and must be arranged directly with the hotel (expect a cost of approximately €10–20 per day).
Practical information
Hiking in mountainous terrain such as the Dolomites and the Alps requires good preparation and respect for nature.
- Be in basic good physical shape before the trip
- Wear proper hiking shoes or boots
- Bring plenty of water and some food or snacks for the hike
- Dress appropriately for the conditions
- Use the provided map or GPS information (for example via the Bering Travel app) and stay on marked trails
- Bring a fully charged phone and a power bank
- Always check the weather forecast and the route before setting out as conditions can change quickly and your own safety should always come before reaching impressive viewpoints
The price is based upon two people sharing. It is also possible travel alone in a single room. Simply choose "1 person" in the booking form and it will automatically add the single room surcharge.
On this tour you will be on your own supplied with maps, route descriptions and luggage transfers. That means that your time is your own and you have plenty of time to enjoy the stages in your own pace.
Check the price quickly
You can quickly check the price of your desired trip without having to fill out any forms. Here’s how:
- Click on the "Calculate Price" button (you’ll find it in the "Dates and Prices" section) – this will take you to the first pages of the booking form
- Select your preferred date, number of people, room distribution, any extra nights, and any available add-ons you may want
- See the price
Get a quote
If you would like a flight included, or changes made to the trip, you can request a customized offer by clicking the "Get Quote" button at the top of the page. Remember to describe in detail what changes you would like.
The booking process
When you book the trip, we will begin booking hotels and arranging all the practical aspects of your tour. This process typically takes 5–8 working days, but in some cases it may take longer for certain bookings. If you arrange your own transportation, we recommend waiting until we have confirmed your booking before making any arrangements.
Dates
If you can select a date in the trip calendar (in the booking form), then this is a possible start date. We regularly update our trips with sold-out dates; these dates will then appear in red/grey and cannot be selected.
The flights to/from Milano, Verona or Venice are not included in the price. You can easily find a suitable flight via a flight booking engine such as Momondo or Skyscanner.
Notice: we recommend that you book with us and wait for the confirmation before you book your flights.
Get a quote
If you prefer that we handle your flight, then we would be happy to arrange this for you. You simply book a quote below the map on this page and we will return with a quote as soon as possible (usually within 2-5 working days). Please note that we add a handling fee of 45 euro to each flight and this means that the flight will be cheaper if you book it yourself.
Getting from the airport to Merano
It is relatively straight forward getting from the Airport to Merano. The closest airport is Verona.
We recommend that you use this tool to easily find your way to Merano: Rome2Rio
If you are driving
If you drive to Merano, it is possible to park at the first hotel. The first night you stay at the hotel is free and the rest of the week parking costs 10-12 euros per night. It is not possible to reserve a space in advance. If the parking lot is full, the hotel will help you find the nearest parking lot.
Transfer back after the tour
After the tour, it is possible to be driven back to the first hotel - e.g. to pick up the car. For transfers from Riva del Garda to Merano on the day of departure, seats must be reserved in advance. Please note: return transfers are not possible on Wednesdays, Thursdays and Fridays. Transfers on Saturdays, Sundays, Mondays are in the morning. Tuesday is possible in the afternoon by arrangement
You will stay at 3-star tourist class hotels and charming South Tyrolean guesthouses. Breakfast is included during the tour.
In some places, you may be required to pay a "tourist tax" – this is paid locally.
Additional Nights
It is possible to purchase extra nights at the hotel in Merano before the trip or at the hotel in Riva del Garda after the trip. This can be selected on the booking form.
Breakfast is included every day. It is possible to buy lunch in restaurants along the route and there are plenty of restaurants to choose from for dinners.
Note: If you are travelling at the beginning or end of the season, some restaurants in the area may be closed. This applies to all tours.
Luggage transfer is included on this tour. Upon arrival at the first hotel you will be given luggage tags along with the rest of the welcome package. You fill out the luggage tags and put them on your bags where they will remain for the duration of the tour.
Your luggage is picked up from the hotel lobby around 9am every morning and will arrive at your next hotel at 6pm at the latest (often long before that). If there are any special exceptions to the luggage transfer you will be notified upon arrival.
Luggage transfer includes one bag per guest and the bags can weigh 20kg each.
There is no welcome-meeting in person on this tour. You will be handed a welcomepackage upon arrival, with all relevant walking descriptions, and informations. Ask for this in the reception.
This journey has difficulty level 2
Grade 2
Easy hiking on reasonably good trails. The day walks will last 4-6 hours in hilly terrain. Anyone in good physical condition can participate. Your luggage will be transported and you only carry a light daypack. Requires comfortable footwear such as trekking shoes or hiking boots.
Read more about our grading system here.
On this journey there is a discount for children and people sharing a room with "two fully paying adults". The amount of discount depends on age; thus:
Children under 5.99 years: free
Children between 6 and 11.99 years: 50% discount
Children between 12 - 14.99 years: 25% discount
People from 15 years and up: 10% discount
Example 1
You are 2 adults and 1 child. Here it's very simple because you're staying in the same room. The child gets a discount compared to the prices above.
Example 2
You are 2 adults and 2 children (aged 5 and 13). Here you have two options. If you want to stay in two double rooms, it will be full price for all participants. If you want to stay in the same room (e.g. a family room), then both children will get a discount (free and 25% discount respectively).
Example 3
You are 2 adults and 3 children (age: 7, 13 and 15). In this case, you will probably need two double rooms where the youngest child sleeps with the parents. Therefore, there will only be a discount for the youngest child aged 7, who will receive a 50% discount.
Example 4
You are 3 adults who want to sleep in the same double room. The extra adult will receive a 10% discount.
Please note
It is important that you understand that it is your own responsibility when you choose to bring children on the tours. You should check the descriptions of the difficulty levels and decide whether the specific tour is suitable for your child.
On this tour it is possible to bring your dog. If this is of interest, please add it to the booking form and we will book it on your tour. - It is possible that there will be a small additional fee for bringing a dog at some hotels. This is paid locally at the hotels.
On this tour, you will receive the following documents:
Upon booking
Immediately after booking this trip, you'll recieve a pre-booking-email where you can get a complete overview of your booking. Once the tour is confirmed you get a confirmation email from us along with practical information about the tour.
One month before departure
You will receive a hotel list and final travel documents.
Upon arrival at the first hotel
You'll receive the welcome pack, which contains everything you need for the trip. There will be route descriptions, maps, luggage tags and specific local vouchers. The documents are in English.
Notice: On some tours it is necessary to either print the documents yourself or to bring them electronically.
We recommend taking out travel insurance that covers at least illness, accident, repatriation, lost holiday, luggage and liability. As a customer, you are responsible for taking out the necessary travel insurance to cover these costs.
Before taking out insurance, you should check whether you are already covered by travel or cancellation insurance through your home insurance company, credit card or similar - please note that there may be differences in insurance coverage.
After booking this trip, you get access to various discount schemes.
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When you book a trip with us, we plant a tree in Kenya.
Bering Travel partners with Growing Trees Network, which has been planting trees in Kenya since 2020 in collaboration with Seniorer uden Grænser (Seniors Without Borders). The trees are planted with small-scale local farmers in the Mount Kenya region, as well as at schools, where the fruit helps supplement students’ diets and is incorporated into their learning.
The trees are planted using the shamba method – a sustainable approach that combines reforestation with agricultural crops. This keeps the soil covered with vegetation throughout the year, helping to prevent nutrient loss and reduce erosion.
The contribution to tree planting comes directly from Bering Travel’s own earnings and is not added to the price of your trip.
This initiative is not intended as a carbon offset for travel, but as a way to make a positive contribution.
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