Northern Italy - Bassano to Bolzano - Walking Holiday
Experience the rich culture, history, and regional tastes of the northern Vicenza province before travelling north to Paneveggio Natural Park and Bolzano, capital of the South Tyrol. We begin our exploration in the towns of Bassano del Grappa and Marostica, both abundant in medieval and renaissance architecture and intriguing stories dating back to the Roman period and Medieval eras.
We spend four days wining and dining at local favourites, strolling through markets, and embarking on guided walks exploring the Brenta River, Marostica castle, and the local landmark of Monte Grappa. Our home for the next two nights is the plateau of Altopiano di Asiago where we explore the town with a local guide and enjoy a walk to Forte Campolongo, a significant Italian fortress on the Tyrolean border. The following day is spent with our guide in the Ortigara area, the site of a WW1 battle. The monuments and trenches exist alongside a tapestry of wildflowers, birdlife, and magnificent views.
From Asiago we drive to Passo Rolle, stopping along the way to explore the town of San Martino di Castrozza, before reaching our hotel surrounded by the rugged peaks of the Dolomites. For the next two days we explore Paneveggio Natural Park, with views of the formidable Pale di San Martino Dolomites around every corner. We end each day with delicious regional specialties which reflect the changing locations. Our final walk is beneath the soaring towers of the Catinaccio / Rosengarten Dolomites before our journey concludes in the city of Bolzano.
Overview
Experience the rich culture, history, and regional tastes of the northern Vicenza province before travelling north to Paneveggio Natural Park and Bolzano, capital of the South Tyrol. We begin our exploration in the towns of Bassano del Grappa and Marostica, both abundant in medieval and renaissance architecture and intriguing stories dating back to the Roman period and Medieval eras.
We spend four days wining and dining at local favourites, strolling through markets, and embarking on guided walks exploring the Brenta River, Marostica castle, and the local landmark of Monte Grappa. Our home for the next two nights is the plateau of Altopiano di Asiago where we explore the town with a local guide and enjoy a walk to Forte Campolongo, a significant Italian fortress on the Tyrolean border. The following day is spent with our guide in the Ortigara area, the site of a WW1 battle. The monuments and trenches exist alongside a tapestry of wildflowers, birdlife, and magnificent views.
From Asiago we drive to Passo Rolle, stopping along the way to explore the town of San Martino di Castrozza, before reaching our hotel surrounded by the rugged peaks of the Dolomites. For the next two days we explore Paneveggio Natural Park, with views of the formidable Pale di San Martino Dolomites around every corner. We end each day with delicious regional specialties which reflect the changing locations. Our final walk is beneath the soaring towers of the Catinaccio / Rosengarten Dolomites before our journey concludes in the city of Bolzano.
Highlights
- Discover Bassano del Grappa, a medieval town on the Brenta River, at the base of Monte Grappa
- Taste local delights at an artisan grapperia, drinks on Ponte Vecchio and a private welcome dinner
- Explore Marostica, a medieval town known for its biennial human chess game
- Hike the foothills of the alps in the Vicenza region on walking trails featuring both historic and natural wonders
- View the dolomite towers of Pale di San Martino in Paneveggio Nature Park
- Cable-car ride and walking experience in the imposing Catinaccio Mountain area
- Regional specialties such as polenta, grappa, goulash and Apfelstrudel
Details
Dates: 20 May - 29 May 2024 (10 days)
Price: Twinshare / per person (Bassano to Bolzano) A$6,290
Single Supplement: A$1,250
Note: For single people who prefer to share, we will try to find a suitable roommate, but if this is not possible the sole-use surcharge will apply.
Minimum Group size: 8 guests
Special Interest: Gourmet, Culture, History, Geology
Walk Rating: Easy - moderate, 2-15km, combination of paved paths and forest trails with some ascent/descent. This tour is for anyone with a good level of fitness, and bushwalking experience. We reserve the right to be flexible with the itinerary to allow for unforeseen circumstances including weather conditions, track closures and group fitness.
Tour Itinerary
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Leader
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Sandra Vardanega
Sandra has worked with ParkTours as a tour coordinator since early 2022 following a 22-year career with Flight Centre Travel Group in a variety of roles, including travel consultant and sustainability officer. Sandra has family based in Bassano and considers it her second home. Her regular visits allow her opportunity to converse in the language, spend precious time with family and friends, enjoy the unique gastronomic delights of the region and truly immerse herself in Bassanese life. Her love of Northern Italian culture, alongside her knowledge and connections in the area, have allowed her to carefully curate this tour to showcase some of the best that the Veneto region has to offer. Outside of tour coordinating and guiding, Sandra is currently studying a Master of Science degree in Responsible Tourism Management with Leeds Beckett University.
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