Romantic Honeymoon in the Dolomites: Alpine Romance and Mountain Magic
Far up over Italy's lower regions, the Dolomites rise like silent witnesses to a journey meant only for two. This trip, lasting ten days, takes couples through green landscapes of the high mountains, still lakes and villages carved gently into stone. Rather than moving fast, days stretch - filled with steaming wood-fired rooms, paths etched along cliff edges or silence beside soft firelight. Nature calls here, yet soft encounters happen just as often. High up, Italian mountains share stillness through warm spas and rich meals built on local pride. Romance glows quietly here.
What's included
Itinerary
Arrive in Bolzano, the starting point for exploring the Dolomites,
where a private driver awaits to guide you along curved mountain paths to a high-end chalet set in Castelrotto or Ortisei. Once inside, settle down and let the scene sink in with the wide windows framing peaks, while you sip bubbly Trentodoc drink. Later, when daylight fades, gather around a regional meal: plates filled with speck, soft dumplings and sweet apple layers, a quiet beginning to life among these stone towns.
Inclusions:
- Private transfer from Bolzano Airport
- Accommodation in luxury alpine chalet
- Welcome dinner at hotel restaurant
Begin your second day with a scenic cable car ride to Alpe di Siusi, Europe’s largest alpine plateau. Enjoy a slight hike in nature full with wildflowers, while pausing for lunch at a mountain hut with beautiful views.
In the afternoon, return to your chalet for a spa session or a soak in a private hot tub overlooking the valleys. Dinner tonight is a romantic affair by candlelight beside a roaring fireplace.
Inclusions:
- Cable car ride to Alpe di Siusi
- Light guided hike and mountain lunch
- Private spa access and dinner at accommodation
Step into Val Gardena, where alpine villages carry a quiet grace. Start by exploring Ortisei’s woodcarving workshops, each one shaping stories from solid timber. After that, wander through the old town on a personal guided walk, uncovering hidden corners and tales built over time.
Later, take your time along softwood paths tangled with low branches or join a guided e-bike trip up a gentle slope ending at a clear vantage spot. Finish tonight by sharing a quiet meal for two, where regional wine flows and the valley stretches out in soft, golden light.
Inclusions:
- Private driver and guide
- E-bike rental (optional)
- Dinner reservation at panoramic restaurant
Today, you head north to see Lago di Braies. Lago di Braies is a lake that stands out for its bright green water, enclosed by tall mountain faces. A personal boat trip waits for you across the lake before moving on.
Next stop is Cortina d’Ampezzo, often called the ‘Queen of the Dolomites.’ Once there, step into a high-end mountain lodge and unwind with a treatment at the wellness center.
Later, settle into an intimate fine-dining spot nearby for an evening meal.
Inclusions:
- Private transfer and guide
- Rowboat rental at Lago di Braies
- Spa access and dinner in Cortina
On your fifth day of this trip, you will spend the day exploring the amazing mountain paths surrounding Cortina. Drive through Passo Giau or Passo Falzarego, stopping at viewpoints that overlook endless valleys.
Have lunch at a rifugio, a rustic mountain hut serving hearty alpine fare. In the evening, return to Cortina for a leisurely walk and an aperitivo as the peaks turn pink in the setting sun.
Inclusions:
- Private driver for full-day scenic tour
- Lunch at mountain rifugio
- Aperitivo in Cortina
Dedicate today to complete relaxation. Begin with a couple’s massage followed by thermal spa treatments using local herbs and minerals.
Spend the afternoon near the resort's pool or along a quiet forest path close by. In the evening, enjoy a private dinner on your balcony. Just you, quiet air, soft light, mountains holding every word without sound.
Inclusions:
- Full spa day with treatments
- Optional forest walk
- Private dinner at accommodation
Today the schedule brings you to the south for a romantic day of culture and flavor. Visit a historic castle near Bolzano and enjoy a private tour through its halls and gardens. Continue to a local vineyard for a wine tasting of South Tyrol’s whites and reds, paired with local delicious cheeses. Return to your chalet in time to watch the sunset from your terrace.
Inclusions:
- Private driver for full-day excursion
- Castle entry and guided tour
- Wine tasting and light lunch
Step into the calm of the Villnöss Valley, part of the Dolomites, where soft grasslands stretch beneath towering Odle peaks. A short stroll unfolds alongside a local guide, at a low pace. Midway, a small feast made for two is waiting. You will find flavors from this corner of the world together with wine from the area.
Spend the afternoon walking around quiet paths before returning for a relaxing evening in your spa suite.
Inclusions:
- Private guide for light walk
- Gourmet picnic for two
- Access to spa facilities
Your final full day is one of slow mornings and deep relaxation. Enjoy a long breakfast, perhaps followed by a short stroll through the nearby village.
In the evening, celebrate your honeymoon with a farewell dinner in a Michelin-starred restaurant, featuring mountain ingredients and refined alpine flavors.
Inclusions:
- Breakfast at accommodation
- Optional local village visit
- Farewell dinner at Michelin-starred restaurant
After breakfast, your driver will take you to Bolzano or Venice
Airport for your onward journey. As you leave, you’ll carry the peace of the mountains, the taste of alpine wine and the warmth of days spent wrapped in Italy’s most peaceful environment.
Inclusions:
- Breakfast at hotel
- Private airport transfer