Little Trains of the Dolomites By Rail & Air

Little Trains of the Dolomites By Rail & Air

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Little Trains of the Dolomites By Rail & Air

9 Days

Visiting: Bolzano & Renon Narrow Gauge Mountain Railway, Riva del Garda & Limone, The Castle Train, Mendola Mountain Funicular, Trento, Free Time

Tour operator:

Leger Holidays

Tour code:

ra-k9ilt

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$2527 (USD)

NB: Prices correct on 19-May-2024 but subject to change.

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Tour Overview

Witness the staggering beauty of the Dolomites as you journey along hidden mountain railways and explore the dazzling lakes of Northern Italy.

Itinerary

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Day 1

We journey by Eurostar from London St. Pancras International to Paris and continue by train to our hotel in southern Germany, where we spend the night.

Day 2

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.

Day 3 Bolzano & Renon Narrow Gauge Mountain Railway

Location: Bolzano & Renon Narrow Gauge Mountain Railway

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.

Day 4 Riva Del Garda & Limone

Location: Riva del Garda & Limone

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.

Day 5 The Castle Train

Location: The Castle Train

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.

Day 6 Mendola Mountain Funicular

Location: Mendola Mountain Funicular

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.

Day 7 Trento

Location: Trento

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.

Day 8 Free Time

Location: Free Time

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

Day 9

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

Accommodation

You will stay for seven nights at the Hotel Miralago in Lake Molveno.

Overnight stay in Germany will be in a city-style hotel.

Check out our Q&As

  • How long has the tour company been trading?

    40 years

  • Do you operate a “single share” option and how does it work?

    Sole use of your own room on all Single Traveller holidays: means you still get your privacy and time out from the group.

  • Will the accommodation included meet local health and safety regulations?

    Yes

  • Battlefield Tours - Will it be possible to visit a particular cemetery whilst on the tour?

    Please contact us and we will check to see whether you can visit a particular cemetery on any of our Battlefield Tours, if we are not able to fit it into our itinerary then you could take some time out of the tour and do this independently by taxi or public transport.

  • What policies are in place for Covid-19?

    Please contact us for latest Covid-19 policies

Reviews of this operator

Will (Google Reviewer)  

I went on the 4...

05-Jan-2024

I went on the 4 countries trip and swiss glacier express and overall it was a great trip. The coach I was on was silver service, it was tidy had nice seats and other accessories such as charging points and headsets which was very handy. The drivers Alex and Dave were fantastic, very kind, funny and respectful throughout the whole trip and a pleasure to talk to. The excursions were very pleasant and all ran very smoothly. The hotels were decent and offered a good service. I overall very much recommend leger holidays.

Sally Matson  

Excellent customer service

10-Jan-2023

Booked our ‘Christmas in Austria & Scenic Trains of the Tyrol’ through George on the customer Helpline. Nothing was too much trouble, everything clearly & patiently explained. He even had permission to log in on his day off to finalise the sale! A charming and helpful young person and a credit to the company.

Euan Donald (Google Reviewer)  

Been on two tours now...

10-Oct-2023

Been on two tours now the “D Day beaches” and “ All Quiet on the Western Front” tour of the Somme and Ypres. Both four days in total, two travelling and two on the site of the various battles. This is outstanding value for money, picked up from Carlisle , Cumbria and literally looked after all the way through the tours. The coaches are great and the accommodation spot on . The guides are very knowledgeable ( Mark Hope brilliant guy)and the bus drivers professional . Absolutely fantastic .

Sue Sinfield (Google Reviewer)  

Due to covid it was...

21-Jul-2022

Due to covid it was 3rd time lucky for us to visit lake Garda, what a treat. One or two hiccups but no fault of Legers at all. Praise to Graham and Chris for their excellent driving and coffee service. Our visit to Verona, our guide was very informative but did walk at a pace sometimes had to hurry to keep up. A lovely holiday

Michael Stephen Shilleto   England

Four Countries New Year & the Swiss Glacier Express

07-Jan-2024

Firstly we must thank Alex and Dave our tour guide / drivers who entertained us through out . The tour was fantastic so was the hotel’s food and entertainment. The tour was through the new year holidays as expected lots of shops closed and hotels were understaffed which was lost on some travelers. We travelled back from stop 24 on a luxuria coach I would recommend paying the extra for the comfort alone

Roy Williams (Google Reviewer)  

Great company. We did the...

03-Apr-2024

Great company. We did the 4 day D Day Normandy Landing tour.We had 2 great driver's John and Ian.. Nothing was a problem for them. They kept us safe and entertained.Then we had Fred Greenhow as our guide And he was outstanding. He told us everything we wanted to know. Can't praise them enough Thank you all. We will do more tours with them......

aled blackshaw (Google Reviewer)  

just returned from a solos...

25-Mar-2024

just returned from a solos break to valkenburg and rhine valley i enjoyed the break overall although both journeys were considerably longer than expected due to several picks ups. I could have done without the 3 countries meeting point excursion to be honest and the lunch on rhine cruise was very basic. The drivers/couriers were efficient and good humoured and provided free lunch vouchers on the ferry which were much appreciated. I probably would book another break with leger but to somewhere a lot closer to home.

Andy (Google Reviewer)  

Booked a surprise Birthday treat...

12-Jan-2024

Booked a surprise Birthday treat for my wife 40th to visit The Edinburgh Military Tattoo, All done via work,put all information in the B/card,so excited, one week before trip Cancelled!!! Due to not enough interest?? No Alternative! Never touch them again

Victoria Smith (Google Reviewer)  

I'd like to go lowerthan...

26-Dec-2023

I'd like to go lowerthan one star .my trip over to Italy nearly 36 hours in total.the driver and his wife gave thier mother a seat that was paid for and reserved at a price by another lady who was finally allowed to sit at the front with the drivers mother .( that was good of them considering the lady had paid for 2 holidays and one couldn't make it . I had the cheek to ask for coffee only the women driver to have conversation loud enough for my earshot to her husband then put over the tannoy that coffee will be when they are ready. ( i had bought 24 tickets for drinks on steves advice )but i quietly corrected them saying that they really shouldn't do that so I could hear.Then a barrage of abuse came from her for then her husband to face me off at my seat and a threats to get my case off and find my own way home his face red with rage pointing in my face with comments saying they don't have to take that from me.as they are fed up with people and they have to work 21 hours etc etc .they people were shouting STOP STOP STOP .he continued his rant and saying I would be dropped at the next service station. ( FRANCE) it was raining and I had no idea where I was going or had been.He the gave me a can of diet coke and said i could have it free but no oppology! 15 hours later in italy I wanted to leave and get a plane home .legers were no help but another coach arrived same sort of holiday shearings with nice drivers .No Rome visit and I could be with them for the remainder of time. I did go out on a couple of trips and the bus and drivers were amazing .I was told by legers eventually I can do the return journey with then but my holiday was ruined I cried and slept and am emotionally traumatised . On the plus side the coach i arrived on the doors kept opening in the wind the coach had to pull over and close the door so we could only use side door which was a fire hazzard ! Still no apology last day is today I'm spending in my room .I just want to return to England because I will be getting a solicitor for the abuse i suffered and the money I paid and for the wasted week over Christmas not to mention the anxiety I have suffered .the hotel and food was abysmal. The worse week ever and £1500 spent my nerves are in shreads .I can't wait to see the reviews and already I am flooded with statements from other passengers about how bad it is and my how I should fight for my injustice of it all .this time it must go to court so people are heard and intimidation like this is not allowed

TU  

Many thanks to Molly.

03-Jan-2023

I have recently booked a trip to Le Mans and had the good fortune to speak to Molly. She was very helpful and a pleasure to talk to. She was able to answer all but one of my queries with clarity and promised to ring me with the answer to the un-answered question as it required further investigation. This she duly did. An unusually pleasant experience when making a booking over the phone, if only it could be this easy every the time.

Dates & Availability

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Sunday - Monday

Sep 15, 2024 - Sep 23, 2024
$2527 (USD)
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Friday - Saturday

May 16, 2025 - May 24, 2025
$2590 (USD)
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Sunday - Monday

Sep 14, 2025 - Sep 22, 2025
$2717 (USD)

Book with Confidence

  • Low Deposit

    Leger Holidays requires a minimum deposit of 40% or the full booking value, whichever is less, with the final balance not due until 75 days before departure.

  • Cancellation Policy

    We don't charge a cancellation fee, here is a summary of leger holidays charges.

    Up to 75 days before tour starts: Forfeit 100% of deposit.

    At 74 days before tour starts: Forfeit 50% of booking price.

    At 48 days before tour starts: Forfeit 75% of booking price.

    At 35 days before tour starts: Forfeit 90% of booking price.

    At 14 days before tour starts: Forfeit 100% of booking price.

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