Little Trains of the Dolomites by Rail & Air

Make your own way to London and journey by Eurostar Paris and continue by train to our hotel in southern Germany, where we spend the night.

Today, we leave our hotel and travel by train to cross the German-Austrian Border at Kufstein, before travelling through the Austrian Tyrol to Innsbruck. 

From Innsbruck, this scenic journey climbs the Brenner Pass over the Alps to around 3,000 feet, before descending to the South Tyrol of Italy, taking in more stunning views before disembarking at Trento. 

After a short transfer by coach to your hotel, there’s time to settle in and explore Lake Molveno before your evening meal.

Our excursion by coach today starts with a guided tour of Bolzano, followed by a cable car ride from Bolzano to the village of Soprabolzano, which nestles on a high plateau on the Renon Mountain. The scenery here is amazing, with undulating meadows, woods and superb views of the Dolomites.

Next, we join the Renon Railway to Collalbo. This little train is over 100 years old, but still elegantly carries passengers across the plateau. On our return to Bolzano, you have free time to explore the historic centre, with its Italian, Austrian and German cultural influences.

Included Highlights

Bolzano Mendola Railway

This morning our excursion by coach takes us to Riva Del Garda, a bustling town located at the northern side of Lake Garda with a backdrop of lake, valley and mountains rising either side. You can take a stroll at leisure along its atmospheric network of winding streets, visit the historic centre or relax in the waterfront squares. 

We include a boat trip across the lake to Limone so you can sit back, relax and take in the views. There’s free time in Limone before we return to the hotel.

Included Highlights

Limone Riva Del Garda

This morning, we board our coach and are transferred to Mezzolombardo train station, where we board the Castle Train. Sit back and relax for a journey on line ‘700’ between Mezzolombardo and Caldes, with spectacular views of the Dolomites and castles along the way. 

On arrival in Caldes, we enjoy an included guided tour of the castle before travelling by coach to the village of Cles, where we include a visit to the Assessorile Palace before heading back to our hotel in Molveno.

Included Highlights

Castle Train Assessorile Palace Caldes Castle

This morning, we board our coach and make a stop at Madonna di Campiglio, an elegant town that nestles at an altitude of 1,550m between the Brenta Dolomites and the glaciers of Adamello and Presanella.

We then venture into the South Tyrol of the Dolomites for a return journey on the Mendola Funicular Railway. This is one of the longest and steepest railways of its kind throughout Europe, offering spectacular views as it climbs 1,363m up to the Mendola Pass.

After our trip, you have some free time in Caldaro. Highlights include the market square and the lake, which is believed to be the warmest in the Alps. We then take the coach to Mezzocorona, where we enjoy a guided visit and wine tasting before returning to our hotel.

Included Highlights

Mendola Mountain Funicular Madonna di Campiglio Caldaro Mezzocorona and Wine Tasting

We travel by coach to Trento and enjoy a walking tour, before discovering the symbol of the city – Buonconsiglio Castle. Parts of the castle date back to the 13th century and it is the residence of the Prince Bishops; today, it is also a museum of arts, monuments and collections.

Later this afternoon, we return to the hotel by coach.

Enjoy a day at leisure in historic Molveno, home to the second largest lake in the area.

Transfer by coach to Verona Airport for the return flight to London Gatwick.