Lakes, mountains, rivers and charming cities, historical sites and cultural gems – the active tour from Lake Garda to Venice has everything a hiker’s heart desires. The whole thing is topped by the delicious Italian cuisine and warm hospitality. Enjoy your evenings after each hiking stage with antipasti, pizza and spritzer – are you ready?
Details about the hiking tour from Lake Garda to Venice with Charm
First, savour the Mediterranean atmosphere in Riva del Garda before the 1st stage leads to Pietramurata. The landscape changes quickly, from the wine-growing region to a rocky area to vegetable fields. No less varied is the enchanting Trento, on the historic ‘Via Claudia Augusta’ to Levico Terme.
Further highlights and stage destinations are an open-air nature art exhibition, the traditional Borgo Valsugana, the ‘Alta Via del Tobacco’ and Bassano del Grappa. On the last stage you hike in the nature park along the river Sile to Quarto d’Altino, where you finally go by train to the lagoon city.
Highlight of the tour from Lake Garda to Venice with Charm
Mediterranean flair on Lake Garda: The delightful lakeside promenades and charming towns invite you to take a stroll. In between, a cappuccino or gelato in one of the many cafes – is that what heaven on earth looks like?
Culture and tradition in historic town centres: Whether it is the thermal baths of Levico, the grappa distilleries and ceramic workshops in Bassano or the architecture in Trento, the destinations of this hiking tour have a lot to offer.
Hight-altitude trails with unique views: The ‘Alta Via del Tobacco’ is just one of the grandiose high-altitude trails on the tour. Where tobacco used to be grown, today you can enjoy the view over the fantastic mountains.
Sparkling lakes and rivers: Brenta, Sile, Sarca and the Adige are all rivers that cross the hiking trails of this tour and where the air is doubly refreshing. You can cool off by jumping into one (or more) of the many lakes, such Lago di Caldonazzo.
Lagoons, canals and gondoliers in the World Heritage Site of Venice: The beauty of this city can hardly be put into words! Just let yourself drift through the alleys, browse through the delightful boutiques and marvel at the impressive palazzi.
Useful information about the 8-day tour from Lake Garda to Venice with Charm
The stages have a length of between 13 and 17 kilometres (3.5 to 5 hours) and are mostly easy to hike. The hiking paths are well developed and the routes are flexible. The diverse landscape on this tour offers numerous highlights, especially with regards to the varied natural scenery. Train and bus journeys complement the footpaths to bring you reliably to your destination.
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On our ‘Hiking Tours with Charm’ you can enjoy the full service of our individual active holidays while staying in very special accommodation with that extra something in the best location. That means you can look forward to luxury furnishings and decor in the local style, as well as cuisine at the highest level. Many of our hotels with charm also offer large pools and a wellness area where you can relax after a lovely day of hiking.
Discover the beautiful historic centre of Riva and enjoy a cappucino on the Piazza at the shore. The Southern flair on mild summer evenings gets you in the right mood for the days to come.
In Ceniga you start your hiking tour an proceed through the vines of the Sarca-valley. Soon you come to a giant rockfall area, which resembles a rock desert. With a view onto Lago di Cavedine you walk past fruit and vegetable fields into the little village of Pietramurata, surrounded by the highest walls of rock of the Lake Garda mountains in the Sarca-river valley.
By bus along the renowned Castello di Toblino into the ‚Valley of Lakes‘. Hiking tour to Lago Terlago, the trailhead for the high-altitude path of Saint Vigil. Remote forests and karst-plateaus take you uphill to the ancient fortress and bulwarks. Fabulous views down into the Etsch-valley and onto the Dolomites followed by a descent to Trento, where you enjoy a visit to the historic centre with numerous churches and Palazzi.
Short train journey and walk to the romantic centre of Pergine. Then via the historic Roman road Via Claudia Augusta, leading you above the giant Lago di Caldonazzo, onwards to Lake Levicosee. The idyllic lakeside path invites you to a refreshing dip into the warmest Italian Alpine lake before you reach the neat spa town of Levico.
Today a wonderful high-altitude hiking tour is planned for you across alpine pastures framed by high scarps. Accompanied by waterfalls and roaring mountain streams you reach the impressive open-air nature art exhibition. Via the Sentiero Don Cesare to the mountain hut Cipriani, where you take a break below the steep mountain prongs. A spectacular steep path takes you to Borgo Valsugana with its initial Venetian bridges and pergolas.
Ascent to the Alta Via del Tabacco, a fabulous high-altitude path situated above the Brenta-valley. Via the San Bovo hermitage you get back to the valley floor and continue now leisurely along the green river Brenta. You cross the famous bridge Ponte Vecchio and reach your Day Finish Bassano del Grappa.
You walk across wooden bridges and footbridges into the nature park of the river Sile, the renowned cycling route Munich-Venice finally leads you into your end destination Quarto d´ Altino. By train to your Day Finish on the mainland before Venice with excellent bus connections to the lagoon city. As a finale of the holiday a small Grappa-sampling awaits not far from St. Mark’s Square!
approx. 4 hours
17 km
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Tour character
You walk along diverse hiking paths and trails, partly on gravel roads and forest paths. Only a few sections are rocky and narrow, otherwise the paths run on easy terrain and are nice to walk on. Nearly everywhere you have a choice of a shorter and easier option. The routes lead you on nice paths along rivers, lakes and through forests, often you walk high above a valley and enjoy unique long-distance views.
From Lake Garda to Venice, 8 days, charm, End of the Tour Mestre, IT-GAWRV-08D
Base price
1,099.00
1,199.00
1,259.00
Surcharge single room
299.00
299.00
299.00
From Lake Garda to Venice 8 days, charm, End of the Tour Venice Island, IT-GAWRV-08VD
Base price
1,248.00
1,348.00
1,408.00
Surcharge single room
468.00
468.00
468.00
You spend the night in specially selected hotels with special "extras" and can enjoy all the facilities of the charming accommodations (see "Accommodation").
Season1
May 6, 2023 - May 20, 2023
Sep 24, 2023 - Oct 7, 2023
Arrival Saturday
Season2
May 21, 2023 - Jun 17, 2023
Sep 3, 2023 - Sep 23, 2023
Arrival Saturday
Season3
Jun 18, 2023 - Sep 2, 2023
Arrival Saturday
From Lake Garda to Venice, 8 days, charm, End of the Tour Mestre, IT-GAWRV-08D
You spend the night in specially selected hotels with special "extras" and can enjoy all the facilities of the charming accommodations (see "Accommodation").
Detailed travel documents 1x per room (German, English)
App for Navigation and GPS-data available
Service hotline
Optional:
Return transfer by minibus from Mestre to Rovereto main station, every Friday, Saturday and Sunday, costs EUR 79 per person, EUR 29 per dog, reservation is necessary, to be paid for in advance.
Parking: very limited number of hotel parking spaces. Public parking spaces or underground car park ‚Terme Romane‘ approx. EUR 70 per week.
Return journey from Mestre to Rovereto by train in approx. 2 hours (1x change of trains) and by bus to Riva.
Shuttle service from Mestre to Riva/Torbole, info and booking at www.viaclaudia.org.
Things to note:
Tourist tax, if due, is not included in the price
Bus rides (Pietramurata – Toblino, Levico – Barco), approx. EUR 7 per person
Train journey Quarto d´Altino – Mestre/Venice, approx. EUR 4 per person
If you stay overnight on the island of Venice, instead of Venice/Mestre the luggage transfer ends in Mestre
Special dates on request
Further important information according to the package travel law can be found here!
Accommodation
Hotel Bellariva Riva del Garda
★★★★
Situated directly at the shore of lake Garda, a marvellous mountain and lake view awaits, this time with a Mediterranean touch!
Hotel Bellariva Riva del Garda
★★★★
Situated directly at the shore of lake Garda, a marvellous mountain and lake view awaits, this time with a Mediterranean touch! Sporting first row at the lakeside of Lake Garda is the location of the newly refurbished and comfortable 4****-hotel Bellariva with tastefully furnished rooms (with lake view). Why not toast to your stay with a glass of prosecco whilst enjoying the lake view.
The Pietra Rara welcomes you into a lovingly and traditionally renovated building, dating back to the 18th century and located in the heart of the historic village centre of Pietramurata.
Pietra Rara Room & Breakfast Pietramurata
The Pietra Rara welcomes you into a lovingly and traditionally renovated building, dating back to the 18th century and located in the heart of the historic village centre of Pietramurata. In every corner of the house you experience the history of this unique place at first hand. The comfortable rooms provide modern comfort with fir wood furniture and a newly designed spa area including a Finnish sauna.
Located directly at the Piazza Dante in the city centre is the Grand Hotel Trento, which not just impresses with its special architecture.
Grand Hotel Trento Trient
★★★★
Located directly at the Piazza Dante in the city centre is the Grand Hotel Trento, which not just impresses with its special architecture: you spend the night in elegantly furnished rooms featuring a perfect symbiosis of medieval elements and modern comfort, traditional elegance and exceptional hospitality. The spirit of days gone by accompanies you at every turn, the comfortable spa area takes you gently back into the here and now.
Today’s accommodation is a true insider tip: the Parc Hotel Du Lac is situated in a space of total idyll and quietness directly at the shores of the glistening lake Lago di Levico.
Parc Hotel Du Lac Levico Terme
★★★
Today’s accommodation is a true insider tip: the Parc Hotel Du Lac is situated in a space of total idyll and quietness directly at the shores of the glistening lake Lago di Levico, one of the warmest lakes in the Alps. The private beach, a small pool area and a fancy spa area invite you to extensive relaxation. Both from the hotel restaurant and from the rooms, furnished charmingly items made from local timbers, you get to enjoy the view onto the emerald green glistening of the lake.
This elegant manor dating back to the 18th century shines in new splendor after a careful renovation, yet every piece of furniture was selected with great care.
Locanda in Borgo Garni Borgo Valsugana
This elegant manor dating back to the 18th century shines in new splendor after a careful renovation, yet every piece of furniture was selected with great care and deliberation regarding the rich history of this one of a kind ‚Locanda‘. This unforgettable ambience is complemented by a charming spa area including a Turkish bath, Finnish sauna and salt grotto.
The Venetian villa dates back to the 18th century and was rebuilt in 2000 as a charming hotel.
Villa Ca’ Sette Bassano del Grappa
★★★★
The Venetian villa dates back to the 18th century and was rebuilt in 2000 as a charming hotel. Nestled in an 8,000 square meters park and just a short walk from the center of Bassano del Grappa, the property is an oasis of peace and relaxation. The exquisite restaurant spoils its guests with innovative, local specialties.
Without a doubt, this is the best hotel on the mainland before Venice. This historic building is surrounded by a private park with a sea of flowers.
Park Hotel Ai Pini Mestre
★★★★
Without a doubt, this is the best hotel on the mainland before Venice. This historic building is surrounded by a private park with a sea of flowers. Only very recently the Baldo family had the hotel lovingly renovated and managed to create an incredible feel-good ambience.
In case you fancy spending your final night directly in the lagoon city, once again a special highlight awaits you for the end of your holiday.
Palazzo Giovanelli Venedig
★★★★S
In case you fancy spending your final night directly in the lagoon city, once again a special highlight awaits you for the end of your holiday. You reside in the opulent Palazzo Giovanelli, situated directly at the Canal Grande, only a stone’s throw away from St. Mark‘s Square. Traditional Venetian architecture meets luxurious elegance, impeccable service meets unique ambience. The crowning finale of an unforgettable hiking week.
Eine Wanderung die sich wirklich lohnt zu machen. Die Charme verschiedene Landschaften, Stadten und Dorfer macht es zu eine einmalige Belebnis.
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5 stars
Mechthilde S. |08.06.2022
Vom Gardasee nach Venedig
Wir haben eine sehr gut organisierte Reise in Italien verbracht. Die Hotels waren sehr verschieden, mal sehr zentral manchmal aber auch etwas außerhalb gelegen. Die Gastgeber und das Personal waren alle sehr freundlich und hilfsbereit. Die Touren waren landschaftlich sehr unterschiedlich und sehr reizvoll. Mit den Tourenbeschreibungen kamen wir sehr gut zurecht. Ich kann diese individuelle Wanderreise allen Italien-Liebhabern sehr empfehlen.
IsabellaStrasseranswered:
Liebe Gäste, vielen Dank für Ihr schönes Feedback und Ihre Empfehlung! Wir wünschen Ihnen einen schönen Wandersommer!
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5 stars
Matthias F. |25.09.2021
Top Wanderreise
Wir wollten unseren Sommer verlängern und wählten daher diese Wanderreise in Italien. Von der Buchung bishin zur Betreuung vor Ort hat alles super funktioniert. Vor allem die Reiseunterlagen sind detailliert und verschaffen einen guten Überblick über die Etappen. Die Wanderwege sind sehr gut erhalten, trotzdem wählten wir manchmal die Abkürzungen, welche auch wirklich schön und empfehlenswert sind. Die Tour führt an vielen Seen vorbei wo man sich auch Ende September noch abkühlen kann. Sehr erfrischend und angenehm. Alles in Allem eine top Wanderreise mit vielen tollen Highlights.
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5 stars
Renate R. |30.08.2019
Ein unvergesslich schöner Urlaub
Perfekt organisiert, ideale Routen mit ausgezeichneter Beschreibung. Die Tagesziele waren gut zu erreichen. Ein Highlight war ein erfrischendes Bad im Sella Tal kurz vor Borgo Valsugana und die Ankunft in Bassano del Grappa nach der letzten anstrengenden Etappe über die Alta Via del Tabaccho. Vielen Dank für die perfekte Organisation.
IsabellaStrasseranswered:
Lieber Wandergast, vielen Dank für Ihr wunderbares Reisefeedback! Es freut uns sehr, dass Sie mit unserem Service rundum zufrieden waren. Wir freuen uns auf Ihre nächste Buchung!
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5 stars
Jan Waterlander |18.08.2019
Sehr gut organisiert!
Es war wieder eine perfekt organisierte Wanderreise, das gibt immer Freude. Nach einer mehr oder weniger anstrengenden Wanderung ist es immer eine angenehme Überraschung in eine schöne, interessante Stadt anzukommen, wo es nach einer Dusche in einem gut ausgewählten Hotel, ein Fest ist bei wohltuenden Temperaturen herrlich auf einer Terrasse zu essen und trinken und die Stadt weiter zu erkunden. Nord-Italien ist so viel mehr als nur der Gardasee!
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5 stars
Franz Müller |01.08.2019
Anstrengende aber sehr gut organisierte und schöne Wanderreise!