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- The best Italian Alps tour packages
- What people love about Italian Alps Tours
- Travel Italian Alps your way
- Best tour companies for Italian Alps tours
- Discover Italian Alps tours for every budget
- Italian Alps tours for every type of group
- Top Italian Alps travel itineraries to fit your plans
- Demographics
- Best time to visit Italian Alps
- Contact our Italian Alps travel experts
- What our customers ask about Italian Alps Tours & Trips
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Hiking in the Dolomites
62 Reviews by TourRadar travelers“Enjoyed everything about it.”
Linda, traveled in September
The mountains welcome you with stays at Hotel Tschurtschenthaler in Dobbiaco. Trek Lake Braies (1,494m), circle Tre Cime peaks, and summit Strudelkopf (2,307m). Visit Cortina d'Ampezzo and optional trips to Bolzano's Iceman Museum or Lienz in Austria.
Duration 8 days Destinations Venice, Dobbiaco, Fanes-Sennes-Braies Natural Park, Moos, Cortina d’Ampezzo, Lienz, Bolzano, Tre Cime di Lavaredo, Prato Piazza Mountain Age Range 16 to 85 year olds Operator Explore! From
- NZ$4,400
Classic Dolomites - Premium Adventure
56 Reviews by TourRadar travelers“The wonderful hikes and the very good accommodation and food made the tour truly enjoyable.”
The Italian Alps reveal their beauty on this 8-day premium adventure, based in charming Villabassa. Hike to Lake Braies, ascend Monte Piana for WWI history, and circle the iconic Tre Cime peaks. Stay at historic Hotel Adler with spa facilities and gourmet dining. Expert guide leads daily walks averaging 8-10 miles with 2,000ft ascents.
Duration 8 days Destinations Niederdorf, Fanes-Sennes-Braies Natural Park, Tre Cime di Lavaredo, Dobbiaco Age Range 16 to 99 year olds Operator Exodus Adventure Travels From
- NZ$4,620
Lake Como Walking
17 Reviews by TourRadar travelers“Love the location of the hotel and lake front view. The hikes and the views were simply amazing!”
Ying, traveled in September
Gravedona serves as the gateway to Italian Alpine paths, with routes to Madonna della Grazie di Paullo chapel and mountain passes. Remote villages like Livo and Aurogna reveal stunning views of the Italian Alps from lakeside Hotel Regina.
Duration 8 days Destinations Milan, Gravedona, Livo, Sorico, Domaso, Menaggio, Bellagio, Civenna, Tremezzo, CadenabbiaSee all destinations Age Range 16 to 85 year olds Operator Explore! From $3,960
8% Off- NZ$3,630You save $330
Milan & Lake Como - 3 Days/ 2 Nights
3 Reviews by TourRadar travelers“He has great knowledge of history and background of places we covered, and most importantly he ensured everyone was having a great time.”
Sonam, traveled in September
Panoramic views of the Italian Alps spread from Como's surrounding hills. This budget-friendly tour (approx. $210 per day) combines Milan's fashion scene at Vittorio Emanuele II gallery with Lake Como's natural beauty. Wander through medieval Varenna's fishermen's houses and Bellagio's classy boutiques with an expert English-speaking guide.
Duration 3 days Destinations Milan, Como, Bellagio, Varenna Age Range 18 to 39 year olds Operated in English, Italian Operator Italy on a Budget Tours From
8% Off- NZ$1,130
Hiking in the Dolomites
1 Review by TourRadar travelers“Great value for money. Excellent travel company.”
Narendra, traveled in August
The Italian Alps unfold through moderate 14km daily hikes from Dobbiaco. Scale Strudelkopf at 2,307m for Tre Cime di Lavaredo views, visit Bruneck's unique Earth Pyramids, and hike Monte Elmo's cross-border peak. Includes cheese tasting at an 1882 cooperative and mountain hut meals.
Duration 8 days Destinations Venice, Dobbiaco, Tre Cime di Lavaredo, Cortina d’Ampezzo Age Range 15 to 99 year olds Operator Intrepid Travel From $5,770
20% Off- NZ$4,616You save $1,154
What people love about Italian Alps Tours
- Hiking in the Dolomites
A simply fantastic experience from so many perspectives. Andy was a brilliant guide… both in terms of hiking and integrating the group. The mountains were extraordinary. What an awesome landscape… and the hiking difficulties were challenging at times but not undoable. Came away with a great sense of achievement. Hoyle very comfortable. Good, solid Tyrolian food. Well organised and lovely company. Totally recommended.
- Classic Dolomites - Premium Adventure
Karl Mather is an excellent guide! Took the time to really explain the history behind the hikes in each location. We always felt safe and weren't rushed during the day. Would definitely do another Exodus trip!
Great value for money. Good tour guide. Excellent travel company. Some days the hiking was a bit light. Would have given it 5 stars if the hiking was every day. Also tourradar/intrepid could also consider providing a higher cost tour where we stay at different refuges every day. This will reduce the transportation constraints and time and increase the Dolomites amazing experience.
Hiking in the Dolomites
Travel Italian Alps your way
The Dolomites offer really solid multi-day treks that consistently get high marks from our customers. From Dobbiaco, you can do an 8-day route with daily hikes to spots like Lake Braies - the water there is this amazing emerald color - and along the Tre Cime di Lavaredo circuit, which most hikers consider the best trail around. Over at Lake Como, there's a 7-night option based in Gravedona where you walk through vineyards and mountain villages, though TourRadar folks mention the climbs can be steeper than they expected. The guides on both tours get great feedback - they know the area inside out and adjust the routes based on how fit the group is. What our travelers especially like are the regional picnic lunches and how the routes mix challenging peaks with easier valley walks.
Cycling the Italian Alps comes in three distinct flavors. The luxury small group rides tackle those famous passes - Gavia and Stelvio - with support vans right there when you need them and really good meals waiting at the end of each day. Our guides know exactly when to push the pace and when to ease back, something TourRadar customers mention a lot in their feedback. If you're after something gentler, the Innsbruck to Verona route rolls past medieval towns, vineyards and follows the Adige River valley. The South Tyrol option gives you a unique German-Italian mix, with stops at Lake Caldaro and local restaurants serving food that blends both cultures. The bike paths are clearly marked and you'll find plenty of interesting places to stop between rides.
See all Bicycle toursThe Italian Alps tours that really work well combine Lake Maggiore, Como and Garda in a self-drive format that lets you move at your own speed. Our customers love taking the ferry across to Isola Bella where you can wander through baroque gardens, then heading over to Villa Carlotta to see its art collection. The hotels are carefully picked and the route planning makes sense - you won't waste time backtracking. Up in the Dolomites, you can take the funicular up to Bergamo's old town and explore Verona's Roman heritage. TourRadar customers often tell us how much they enjoy finding smaller places like Borghetto sul Mincio, a village that's stayed pretty much unchanged for centuries.
Explore a wide diversity of self-guided tours through Italian Alps. We have 69 adventures that vary from 4 days to 9 days. With the greatest number of departures in July, this is also the most popular time of the year.
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Best tour companies for Italian Alps tours
Our customers consistently praise Italy on a Budget and Explore for running really well-organized tours through Italy. Guides like Eduardo and Pete Myers get mentioned a lot in reviews for knowing their stuff and being genuinely helpful - they're particularly good at adapting plans when needed and sharing interesting local insights. The feedback on hotels is a bit mixed though. While most accommodations work fine, some of the standard rooms haven't quite hit the mark for comfort or amenities. A few travelers mentioned they would have liked more detailed info about the historical places they visited and also some suggestions for filling free time productively. That said, the Italian Alps section of these tours seems to really impress people. You get solid value from both operators - they've got the logistics sorted and their guides actually make a difference to how much you get out of the experience. Marie and Didi, two guides who lead Alpine routes, got special mentions for their local knowledge and also their ability to keep groups engaged and on track. What's particularly good is how these companies handle the practical bits - getting from place to place, timing visits well and making sure everyone knows what's happening next. They've clearly got their systems figured out, even if there's room to beef up some of the historical background info and accommodation standards in certain spots.
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Our most popular budget tour packs Milan and Lake Como into 3 well-planned days. TourRadar customers tell us they really like how the mornings explore Milan's historic center while afternoons take you by ferry to spots like Bellagio and Varenna. The guides know their stuff, especially about finding those local bars in the Navigli district where you can join Milanese for aperitivo. The hotels are basic but central, which means you can easily explore during free time. There's also a solid 7-day option through the Dolomites and Veneto that takes you to quieter spots like Lake Braies and lets you taste Prosecco right where it comes from.
The luxury cycling tours in the Italian Alps come with support vehicles following as you tackle famous climbs like Stelvio and Gavia. These 10-day trips include hotels with proper spa facilities - exactly what you need after a big day on the bike. Our clients really value how flexible the routes are based on how they're feeling. The guides have great judgment about when to push and when to take it easier. For those who prefer hiking, there's a luxury option with stays in historic mountain lodges and guided walks in Val Grande National Park. You'll get nice extras like private wine tastings in Alto Adige and meals at family restaurants that most tourists never find.
Italian Alps budget tours
Italian Alps tours for every type of group
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Group
49 tours in Italian AlpsExplore a wide diversity of group tours through Italian Alps. We have 49 adventures that vary from 3 days to 12 days. With the greatest number of departures in August, this is also the most popular time of the year.
Small Group
26 tours in Italian AlpsThe small-group tours through the Italian Alps showcase some outstanding itineraries, with our Dobbiaco-based hiking tours earning considerable praise from TourRadar customers. The flexible 8-day formats blend challenging peaks with gentler valley walks, taking you around Lake Braies with its emerald waters and along the winding Tre Cime di Lavaredo circuit. Our guides excel at reading both weather conditions and group energy levels, adapting routes between technical sections like the Strudelkopf summit at 2,307m and more relaxed cultural stops in historic Cortina d'Ampezzo. Up in the northern lakes region, small groups spend four days exploring Lake Orta, Maggiore, Como and also Garda, mixing guided walks with private boat rides to charming spots like Isola del Pescatori and Bellagio. These thoughtfully planned tours strike a natural balance between structured activities and independent exploration - you might spend your morning hiking ancient military tracks, then have the afternoon free to wander medieval towns or join optional activities like cycling through the Kronplatz region.
Private / Personalized
67 tours in Italian AlpsPrivate self-drive tours let you set your own pace through the Italian Alps. Most people go for the 7-day route from Lake Maggiore, visiting the Borromean Islands before heading to Lake Como and Lake Garda. TourRadar customers often mention how nice it is to spend extra time at places like Villa Carlotta or wandering through the medieval streets in Bergamo's upper town. Another good option mixes hiking and local culture in the Dolomites - you can follow old tobacco traders' paths and stop at mountain huts for cheese tastings. The detailed route plans tell you the best times to visit busy sites and also point you to authentic local restaurants.
Top Italian Alps travel itineraries to fit your plans
Seven days in the Dolomites and Veneto lets you really get to know this fascinating area. Venice kicks things off with local cicchetti and prosecco before heading to the mountains, using Cortina d'Ampezzo as your base. From there, you'll visit Lake Misurina and Lake Dobbiaco with their incredibly clear emerald waters. Our customers particularly enjoy how the activities vary - you might spend one day exploring medieval Brunico's preserved streets and the next sampling wines along Italy's oldest wine route. It's ideal for people wanting both cultural experiences and mountain views, with plenty of stops to try local specialties like speck and mountain cheeses along the way.
Ten days gives you time to really experience the Alps properly. The Gran Paradiso routes begin in Roman-era Aosta then follow historic hunting trails once used by King Vittorio Emanuel II into the national park. You'll spend nights in mountain refugios and taste local cheeses right at the source. For cyclists, there's a specific program taking on famous passes like Stelvio and Gavia - TourRadar customers often mention how much they appreciate ending challenging rides with excellent meals in carefully selected hotels, knowing our support vans are always close by. The Lakes District program combines hiking and kayaking around Lake Como and Lake Orta, including stops in Valsesia to explore UNESCO sites and traditional Walser villages.
Demographics
Solo travelers give great feedback about our Dolomites trips, particularly those based in Dobbiaco where the walking groups become quite tight-knit. TourRadar customers like having one hotel as their base instead of moving around - it helps them connect better with fellow travelers. The Lake Como routes offer a nice mix of group activities and free time to explore solo. In winter, many independent travelers pick our cross-country skiing trips; the instruction and social setup make it natural to build skills and friendships. The northern lakes tours hit a sweet spot too - you get the group experience but can do your own thing during stops in Bellagio, Verona and also Bergamo.
Young adults seeking an Alps adventure gravitate toward our Dolomites-based hiking programs that blend physical challenge with cultural experiences. TourRadar customers particularly enjoy tours starting in Venice, where evenings kick off with local cicchetti and prosecco before heading into the mountains. The multi-day routes through places like Cortina d'Ampezzo mix challenging trails with opportunities to explore medieval towns and sample wines along Italy's oldest wine routes. What works especially well is how these tours balance guided hikes to spots like Lake Misurina and Lake Braies with free time to discover places like Brunico's preserved streets. Our travelers appreciate the variety - one day you're taking on the Tre Cime di Lavaredo circuit and the next you're learning about traditional wine production in Valdobbiadene. The combination of active outdoor pursuits, cultural immersion and social experiences makes these tours particularly appealing for the younger crowd looking to connect with like-minded travelers while exploring the Alps.
The Lake Como walking holidays based in Gravedona work perfectly for our senior travelers. The hotel's waterfront location means easy access, and each day offers different difficulty levels - there's always a bus option back if needed. Active seniors actually love our winter snowshoeing in the Dolomites - TourRadar customers often tell us how well the guides adjust the pace and help with technique. The northern lakes combine boat rides with manageable walks in Orta San Giulio, Sirmione and also other scenic spots. For complete flexibility, self-drive tours around Lake Maggiore and Como let you set your own pace, staying at carefully picked hotels with good access and convenient parking.
Our family walking tours in the Italian Alps blend lakes and mountains with flexible daily choices. Around Lake Como, parents and kids can mix easy lakeside walks with more demanding mountain trails depending on everyone's energy. The boat rides to Bellagio combined with gentle hikes through chestnut groves and past old churches work really well for families - our travelers mention this combo often. Kids get particularly excited about the Earth Pyramids near Bruneck in the Dolomites; these natural formations are over 25,000 years old and tell quite a story. The Stresa area lets families split up - some can shop and explore islands while others join guided walks. The Borromean Islands add variety with botanical gardens and even puppet theaters for the little ones.
- Solo Travelers97 tours
- Couples20 tours
- Seniors (50+)25 tours
Best time to visit Italian Alps
- Summer 2025
Summer in the Italian Alps opens up perfectly planned hiking routes that work with the long, bright days. Dobbiaco makes an ideal base for walks like the forest and meadow trail to Lake Braies. Our TourRadar customers particularly appreciate how the guides read the weather - on good days they'll take you up Monte Elmo at 2,434 meters where you can actually stand between Italy and Austria. The lakes and mountains tours hit their stride in summer, mixing walks above Lake Como with time in pretty towns like Bellagio. For those wanting more challenge, the routes through Ampezzo Dolomites Natural Park lead past waterfalls and up to mountain huts. Guides consistently earn praise for knowing exactly when to offer tougher routes and also when to suggest gentler options.
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- Fall / Autumn 2025
Autumn in the Italian Alps brings out exceptional experiences on our three-day Lake Como tours, where TourRadar customers particularly appreciate the crisp air and quieter trails. The tours starting from Milan combine morning city exploration with afternoon lake activities, letting you join local aperitivo culture in the Navigli district before heading to Bellagio when the summer crowds have thinned. Our seven-day Dolomites programs shine in autumn too, using Cortina d'Ampezzo as a base to explore Lake Misurina and Lake Dobbiaco while the surrounding forests turn golden. The timing works perfectly for sampling wines along Italy's oldest wine route, and trying seasonal specialties like mountain cheeses. The four-day northern lakes circuit hits Lake Orta, Maggiore, Como and also Garda, when the weather is ideal for both hiking and boat tours - our travelers often mention how much they enjoy the balance of active mornings and cultural afternoons during this season. The walks above Gravedona offer spectacular views over Lake Como with comfortable temperatures, for climbing to spots like St Eufemia church and exploring the vineyards around Aurogna.
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- Spring 2026
Spring in the Italian Alps brings some fantastic tours that our customers consistently praise. The 4-day northern lakes circuits starting from Milan let you catch those perfect spring reflections at Lake Como and Lake Maggiore, before the summer crowds arrive. TourRadar customers particularly enjoy the boat trips to Bellagio and the Borromean Islands, when the gardens start blooming. For those seeking more active experiences, the Lake Como walking tours based in Gravedona offer well-planned routes through vineyards and mountain villages - though our travelers note the climbs can be steeper than expected. The self-drive options give you flexibility to explore at your own pace, with popular stops including Villa Carlotta's spring gardens and Bergamo's historic upper city accessed by funicular. What works particularly well in spring is combining different lakes - Maggiore, Como and also Garda - as the weather tends to be ideal for both sightseeing and gentle hikes. Our guides earn special praise for adapting routes based on spring conditions and finding those perfect picnic spots among the early wildflowers.
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What are the different ways to explore the Italian Alps based on my fitness level?
The Italian Alps really do have something for everyone — from easy-going explorers to hardcore adventurers. If you're looking to take it easy you can wander through lovely alpine villages like Asolo or hop on scenic cable cars for amazing views. Want something more active? The Great Alps Luxury Small Group Bike Tour lets you tackle legendary cycling routes like Stelvio and Gavia with support vans backing you up. Hiking enthusiasts will love the Dolomites trails especially the one to stunning Lake Braies with its emerald waters on the Hiking in the Dolomites tour. And if you're an experienced mountaineer you can even summit peaks like Mont Blanc with professional guides right there with you.
Which lesser-known areas in the Italian Alps offer authentic local experiences?
There's so much to discover beyond the tourist hotspots. Lake Orta is this peaceful gem where you can visit San Giulio island and its beautiful Romanesque basilica — you'll see it on the 7 Days Northern Lakes and Dolomites Tour from Milan. The Valnontey valley is perfect for following old royal hunting paths on The Royal Trail Gran Paradiso Italy tour. Or pedal through the lovely Lugana wine country near Lake Garda on the Cycling Italy's Lakes District Plus tour. These spots really let you experience authentic village life local traditions and some amazing food without the crowds.
How can I experience the unique cultural blend of the Italian Alps region?
South Tyrol is where Italian and Germanic cultures come together in the most fascinating way. You can dive into traditional festivals with folk music and local food check out historic places like Trostburg Castle near Waidbruck on the Innsbruck-Verona cycling tour or explore medieval towns like Brunico and Glorenza on the Magical Alpina & Dolomites 5 Days tour. The food here is incredible — try the speck (it's this amazing smoked ham) and strudel while you're taking in all the different languages and cultures mixing together.
What transportation options are best for navigating the Italian Alps?
Getting around the Italian Alps is pretty straightforward with lots of options. Trains wind through scenic valleys connecting bigger towns like Bolzano and Trento while buses can get you to smaller villages and trail starts — like on the Hiking in the Dolomites tour heading to Lake Braies and Mt Elmo. Renting a car gives you freedom to explore (just watch out for those mountain roads and parking spots) and the Enchanting Waters self-drive tour shows you how to do it right. Most people mix it up using trains buses cable cars and maybe some cycling paths to get the best experience.
Is there a 'best time' to visit the Italian Alps, and what should I consider when planning?
Every season here brings its own magic. Winter turns everything into this gorgeous snowy playground perfect for snowshoeing and cross-country skiing plus those charming Christmas markets — check out the Snowshoeing in the Dolomites Premium Adventure then. Spring brings wildflowers and perfect hiking weather while summer's great for lake activities and high-altitude trekking — the Milan & Lake Como 3 Days/2 Nights tour really shines then. Fall? That's when the mountains explode with color. Just think about what you want to do what weather you prefer and how you feel about crowds. Worth noting — one traveler mentioned Lake Garda gets pretty packed in peak season so plan accordingly.