Trentino, South Tyrol & the Dolomites
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NO SINGLE SUPPLEMENT for Solo Travelers LAND SMALL GROUP JO URNEY Ma xi mum of 24 Travele rs Trentino, South Tyrol & the Dolomites Undiscovered Italy Inspiring Moments > Be captivated by the extraordinary beauty of the Dolomites, a canvas of snow- dusted peaks, spectacular rock formations and cascading emerald vineyards. > Discover an idyllic clutch of pretty piazzas, INCLUDED FEATURES serene parks and an ancient Roman arena in the setting for Accommodations (with baggage handling) Itinerary romantic Verona, – 7 nights in Trento, Italy, at the first-class Day 1 Depart gateway city Shakespeare’s “Romeo and Juliet.” Grand Hotel Trento. Day 2 Arrive in Verona and transfer > Cruise Lake Garda, ringed by vineyards, to hotel in Trento lemon gardens and attractive harbors. Extensive Meal Program > From polenta to strudel to savory bread – 7 breakfasts, 3 lunches and 3 dinners, Day 3 Trento including Welcome and Farewell Dinners; Day 4 Lake Molveno | Madonna di dumplings known as canederli, dine on tea or coffee with all meals, plus wine Campiglio | Adamello-Brenta traditional dishes of northeastern Italy. with dinner. Nature Park > Relax over a delicious lunch at a chalet Day 5 Verona surrounded by breathtaking vistas. Your One-of-a-Kind Journey > Explore the old-world charm of Bolzano, – Discovery excursions highlight the local Day 6 Ortisei | Bolzano culture, heritage and history. Day 7 Limone sul Garda | Lake Garda | with its enticing blend of German and Italian cultures. – Expert-led Enrichment programs Malcensine enhance your insight into the region. Day 8 Trento > Experience two UNESCO World Heritage sites. – AHI Sustainability Promise: Day 9 Transfer to Verona airport We strive to make a positive, purposeful and depart for gateway city impact in the communities we visit. Adamello-Brenta Nature Park Flights and transfers included for AHI FlexAir participants. – Local immersion. AHI Connects: Note: Itinerary may change due to local conditions. – Free time to pursue your own interests. Activity Level: We have rated all of our excursions with – Welcome and Farewell Receptions. activity levels to help you assess this program’s physical expectations. Please call or visit our website for full details. – A personal VOX headset to hear your English-speaking guide clearly. – Tipping of guides and drivers. – Complimentary travel mementos. Alumni C amp us Abroad® ALUMNI TRAVEL PROGRAM 844-414-0369 https://uiaa.org/explorers/ UNDISCOVERED ITALY Discovery Enrichment AHI Sustainability Promise > Austro-Italian Trentino & South Tyrol We strive to make a positive, purposeful AHI Connects: Lunch with a Local. impact in the communities we visit, Enjoy an intimate conversation with a Bolzano > Contemporary Italy local during a lunch of regional cuisine. whenever possible. | Thoughtful Trento. Discover the history and architecture Environmental Impact choices to minimize our environmental of Trento. Visit Castello del Buonocnsiglio with footprint: eco-friendly transportation, its colorful frescoes, courtyards and imposing UNESCO World Heritage guided walks in lieu of bus tours and less round tower. See the sights of the old town, 1. The Dolomites plastic waste. including the Piazza del Duomo, the Duomo di 2. City of Verona Trento and the Neptune Fountain sculpted by Social Impact | Ongoing initiatives to Francesco Antonio Giongo in 1768. support local businesses that employ and benefit people in the community. Curating Brenta Dolomites and Adamello-Brenta meaningful experiences by staying in Nature Park. Travel through a smorgasbord Electives intimately sized locales instead of cities of jagged pinnacles, lush forests, meadows We’ve designed an engaging excursion to affected by overtourism. and unique villages. Begin in Lago di Molveno, take you further afield. one of Italy’s most beautiful lakes, and visit Economic Impact | Community-based South Tyrol Wine Safari. Follow a Madonna di Campiglio, a quintessential Italian tourism using expert local guides and panoramic path through rolling vineyards ski resort village. Enjoy a gondola ride up lecturers, plus program scheduling during and idyllic hamlets along the South Monte Spinale where we’ll settle in for a quieter, “shoulder seasons.” Tyrolean Wine Route. Visit a few tasting delicious lunch accompanied by unbeatable rooms to treat your senses to excellent panoramic vistas of the Brenta Dolomites. Italian white wines — such as Pinot Blanc Romantic Verona. Journey by rail from and Pinot Noir — and learn about the AHI Travel Expertise Trento to enchanting Verona, home to Juliet’s characteristics of the different grapes. | House, a museum dedicated to the female Passenger Service Representative Helps with everything from arranging flights protagonist of Shakespeare's legendary love Electives are available at an additional cost. to fulfilling special requests. story. Pass through the lively Piazza Bra and Piazza delle Erbe, surrounded by cheerful out - Travel Director | Manages all details door cafés and medieval buildings. Step inside to ensure a memorable trip. the Roman Arena, once showcase to gladiator Travel information | Prepares you fully games and circus acts. Built in the first for your journey. century, the arena was constructed from pink Expert local guides and lecturers | and white stone from nearby Valpolicella. Provide friendly, knowledgeable service and The Heart of South Tyrol: Bolzano and share their passion for their country. the Dolomites. Visit Ortisei nestled in the picturesque Val Gardena. Soar to the Alpe di Siusi, Europe’s largest plateau, via a cable car and admire the incredible views. Continue to Let us arrange your flights! Bolzano, capital of the province of South Tyrol AHI FlexAir | Our personalized and a crossroads of Italian and Germanic Juliet’s balcony, Verona air program features transfers, flight cultures. Enjoy a group lunch and walking tour assistance and flexibility. that introduces Bolzano’s highlights. See the Gothic cathedral with its elegant spire and the 13th-century Dominican church. Browse stalls overflowing with fresh fruits and baked goods DATES & PRICES at Piazza delle Erbe. At Piazza Walther, view the statue of renowned poet Walther von der September 7-15, 2022 Vogelweide, and visit the South Tyrol Museum of Archaeology, home to Ötzi the Iceman, a From Price $3,645 5,300-year-old corpse found in 1991. Lake Garda. Pass through Riva del Garda Special Savings $250 on your way to charming Limone sul Garda. Luxuriate in the lake’s resplendent scenery Seiser Alm waterfront promenades, sandy beaches and Special Price $3,395 alpine foothills, images that have inspired VAT is an additional $295 per person. literary legends through the centuries. Cruise Accommodations All prices quoted are in USD, per person, based on on the lake to Malcesine, where jumbled stone Grand Hotel Trento double occupancy and do not include air transportation buildings open to tiny squares, and visit the costs (unless otherwise stated). Castello Scaligero. The castle’s tower offers Single supplement waived for solo travelers! This unforgettable 360-degree views of the lake. offer is limited, capacity-controlled and tends to sell out The information in this flier is correct at the time of printing. Please visit our quickly. website to ensure that you receive the most current information. 2022 - 2.