Tours & activities in Italian Alps
From glacier viewpoints to guided adventures, the Italian Alps offer year-round experiences around Cortina d'Ampezzo, South Tyrol, Courmayeur. Book tours and activities after you have fixed your travel dates and base town.
Winter highlights
- Skiing
- snowboarding
- Sella Ronda
- après-ski.
Summer highlights
- Via Ferrata
- hiking
- cycling
- food and wine.
Recommended tours
From Milan: Lake Como, Bellagio & Lugano Day Trip
Top pick · 10 hours · 4.7 (2,100+ reviews). Lakes and alpine border villages from Milan.
Cortina d'Ampezzo: Dolomites Panorama Day Tour
Full day · Small group · Cinque Torri and mountain passes around Cortina.
South Tyrol: Wine & Alpine Village Walking Tour
Half day · Bolzano and mountain rifugio culture with local tastings.
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Sample itineraries
3-day highlights
Day 1: Arrive and explore your base town. Day 2: Full mountain day (skiing or hiking). Day 3: Scenic tour or lake activity before departure.
5-day mixed adventure
Combine two mountain days with a guided tour, a cultural town visit, and one flexible weather day for your top viewpoint or lift.
Week-long regional loop
Split nights between two bases in the Italian Alps — one ski-focused, one lake or culture-focused — linked by train or rental car.
Travel tips
- Getting around: Trains to Bolzano/Verona; hire car or shuttles to resorts.
- Book popular cable cars and glacier tours in advance during peak weeks.
- Morning slots are quieter for hikes and scenic lifts; afternoons work well for spa or village time.
- Confirm meeting points and pickup options when booking guided tours.
Frequently asked questions
What are the best tours in the Italian Alps?
Top experiences include glacier and cable car trips, guided hikes, scenic train rides, and adventure sports. Our curated picks above reflect popular bookable tours in the region.
When is the best season for activities in the Italian Alps?
December–March for ski; June–September for Dolomites hiking.
Should I book tours before arriving in the Italian Alps?
Book high-demand experiences (glacier trips, paragliding, small-group hikes) before you travel. Leave one flexible day for weather-dependent viewpoints.
How do I get from the airport to activities in the Italian Alps?
Fly into Venice (VCE), Verona (VRN), Milan (MXP).. Use trains, resort shuttles, or hire cars — see our region overview for transport detail.
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