Itinerary
- Day 1
Merano
You'll arrive in Merano and have the day to explore at your own pace. The arbour alleys are nice for wandering through, and the Passer river promenade gives you a relaxing spot to settle in after your journey. This is a good day to get oriented with the town and maybe grab an early dinner somewhere local.
- Meals
- Breakfast
Optional Activities
- Stroll through the arbour alleys of Merano
- Walk along the promenade of the Passer river
Landmarks Merano Passer River 
- Day 2
Lana - Nalles
After breakfast, you'll head out on the Marlinger Waalweg path, which winds through South Tyrol's landscape with forests and orchards around you. The hike takes you to Lana, then from there it's on to Nalles where you'll find three historic castles. By evening you'll be back in town.
- Meals
- Breakfast
Included Activities
- Hike along Marlinger Waalweg path to Lana
- Walk through deciduous forests to Tisens
- Visit the 3 castles in Nalles (Stachelburg, Schwanburg, Payrsberg)
Landmarks Marlinger Waalweg Lana Tisens Stachelburg Castle Schwanburg Castle Payrsberg Castle Etsch Valley - Day 3
Eppan - Bolzano
This morning starts with a walk through the wine-growing village of Eppan, where you'll see palaces and castles along high-altitude paths. Around midday you'll catch a short bus ride down to Bolzano, the provincial capital, which has a real Italian character. Spend the afternoon checking out the local culture and architecture there.
- Meals
- Breakfast
Included Activities
- Walk along the 3-castle route and high-altitude path
- Visit the wine-growing village of Eppan
- Bus ride to Bolzano
- Explore the arbour alleys of Bolzano
- Visit Waltherplatz square
Landmarks Eppan Bolzano Waltherplatz 
- Day 4
Jenesien - Meltina
You'll take a bus to Jenesien early on, then start hiking across meadows and through old forests heading toward the alpine village of Meltina up on the Tschöggelberg plateau. The South Tyrolean views throughout the hike are really nice, and you'll arrive at Meltina by late afternoon.
- Meals
- Breakfast
Included Activities
- Bus ride to Jenesien (included)
- Panoramic views of Lake Caldaro, castles, and the Dolomites
- Hike across meadows with horses and cattle
- Walk through clear forests with ancient larch trees
- Reach Meltina on the Tschöggelberg mountain plateau
Landmarks Lake Caldaro Dolomites Meltina Tschöggelberg 
- Day 5
Meltina
A relaxing day in Meltina with a circular walk through flower-covered meadows, larch forests, and alpine pastures around the village. You'll stop at a rustic mountain hut at some point to grab lunch and try traditional dumplings. It's a shorter, easier day after the previous hike.
- Meals
- Breakfast
Included Activities
- Circular walk through Meltina and surrounding alpine landscape
- Walk through flower-covered meadows and larch forests
- Visit Steinerne Mandln (stoney people)
- Break and tasting of traditional dumpling specialties at Möltner Kaser hut
Landmarks Meltina Steinerne Mandln Möltner Kaser Etsch Valley - Day 6
Knottn - Hafling - Merano
You'll hike through meadows and forests to reach Knottnkino, which has open-air viewpoints with nice mountain views from up there. After that, head to Hafling, known for its historic horse breed, then take a bus back to Merano. Before returning to town, stop by Trauttmansdorff Castle gardens, then spend your evening exploring Merano one more time.
- Meals
- Breakfast
Included Activities
- Walk through meadows and forests to Knottnkino
- Visit Knottnkino open-air stages with mountain views
- Hike to Hafling
- Bus ride from Hafling to Merano (included)
- Visit Trauttmansdorff Castle gardens
- Explore Merano town center
Landmarks Knottnkino Hafling Trauttmansdorff Castle Merano Adige Valley - Day 7
Departure
This is your departure day, or you have the option to extend your stay in the region if you'd like more time. Pack up and head out, or use the day to relax before leaving.
