Overview
An eight day, self-guided viticultural vacay, walking in the Prosecco Region of north-west Italy. Officially known as the Veneto region, the journey starts in Vittorio Veneto, in the heart of the Prosecco Hills, and ends in Valdobbiadene, Italy’s sparkling wine capital and a UNESCO World Heritage site. You have plenty of sparkling sights of cultural and natural heritage in between, including ancient hilltop towns, the magnificent Cistercian abbey of Santa Maria di Follina and a collection of wineries. All with the backdrop of the foothills of the Dolomites, ancient watermills, ridges with panoramic views and vineyards that go on forever. Accommodation on this tour includes a mix of small, locally-owned hotels, B&Bs and traditional guesthouses.
- Vittorio Veneto
- Grotte del Caglieron
- Arfanta
- Molinetto della Croda
- Pieve di Soligo
- Col San Martino
- Valdobbiadene
Itinerary
Day 1: Arrive in Vittorio Veneto
Arrive in Vittorio Veneto, located in the Prosecco Hills, in a region renowned for cultivating Glera grapes that produce the prestigious Prosecco Superiore DOCG. Depending on your arrival time, explore the cobblestone streets of the historic Serravalle District, visit the 7th-century neoclassical Cattedrale di Santa Maria Assunta in nearby Ceneda or visit Museo della Battaglia. Or just chill out with a stroll along the Meschio River.
- Accommodation: Hotel Calvi or similar in Vittorio Veneto
Day 2: Grotte del Caglieron circular walk | 14km
Start with a challenging climb up the Venetian Prealps that surround Vittorio Veneto. At the top, continue walking along the ridge with views of vineyards, farmhouses and mountains. Head downhill to Grotte del Caglieron, where a boardwalk leads to a series of waterfalls and sandstone caves. Continue walking up quiet country roads and tackle another ascent for more panoramic views of the distant Dolomites before returning to Vittorio Veneto.
- Walking for the day: 14km, ↑790m ↓790m
- Accommodation: Hotel Calvi or similar in Vittorio Veneto
Day 3: Vittorio Veneto – Arfanta | 12.5km
Leaving Vittorio Veneto behind, walk towards the hamlet of Con Alti and continue through woodland and vineyards towards Lago di Santa Maria, where we recommend pausing for lunch. Continue on the path among hills all the way to Arfanta. We recommend visiting Ville d’Arfanta wine estate to sample a selection of their high-quality Prosecco, paired with local delicacies.
- Walking for the day: 12.5km, ↑630m ↓410m
- Accommodation: Hotel Ristorante Da Tullio or similar in Arfanta
Day 4: Molinetto della Croda circular walk | 10km
Follow the route through vineyards, olive trees and farmhouses to Molinetto della Croda. This is a watermill and museum built in 1630 that still operates today using traditional milling methods. Return to Arfanta on a quiet country road lined with vineyards and farmhouses.
- Walking for the day: 10km, ↑350m ↓350m
- Accommodation: Hotel Ristorante Da Tullio or similar in Arfanta
Day 5: Arfanta – Pieve di Soligo | 18km
Leave Arfanta behind and walk through woodlands to descend to Follina, which is a medieval village known for its 13th-century Cistercian Abbey of Santa Maria di Follina. Walk along the foothills of the Prosecco Hills. En route, you pass local wineries and can learn about traditional Prosecco making processes. End the walk in Pieve di Soligo, a small town dating back to Roman times and with other architectural highlights including the 17th-century Villa Chisini-Daniotti, Palazzo Ciassi e Morona and the baroque church of Madonna del Carmine.
- Walking for the day: 18km, ↑360m ↓590m
- Accommodation: Hotel Contà or similar in Pieve di Soligo
Day 6: Pieve di Soligo – Col San Martino | 14km
Walk towards Solighetto through woodlands and countryside, dotted with farmhouses and villages. On the way, take the chance to explore the churches and chapels in Collagù. Descend towards Col San Martino, where you can take in views of terraced hills and sample local Prosecco at family-run wineries, or visit 12th-century Chiesa di San Vigilio, standing on a hilltop with great views.
- Walking for the day: 14km, ↑580m ↓540m
- Accommodation: Locanda Ai Archi or similar in Col San Martino
Day 7: Col San Martino – Valdobbiadene | 12km
Follow a forest path along the ridge of the Prealps with vineyards stretching along hillsides and towards the mountains. Descend towards Santo Stefano and take an opportunity to visit the hilltop Chiesa di Santa Maria Ausiliatrice church. Continue to Valdobbiadene, Italy’s sparkling wine capital and a UNESCO World Heritage site. The town is a hub for Prosecco lovers, where you can visit prestigious wineries or enjoy local cuisine in cosy trattorias.
- Walking for the day: 12km, ↑530m ↓420m
- Accommodation: Hotel Diana or similar in Valdobbiadene
Day 8: Departure
Departure after breakfast.
What to expect
Accommodation
Accommodation on this tour includes a mix of small, locally-owned hotels, B&Bs and traditional guesthouses. They have been carefully selected based on a variety of criteria including their location, warm hospitality, fine local food or commitment to responsible tourism. All rooms have en-suite or private bathrooms.
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- Hotel Calvi (Vittorio Veneto)
- Hotel Ristorante Da Tullio (Arfanta)
- Hotel Contà (Pieve di Soligo)
- Locanda Ai Archi (Col San Martino)
- Hotel Diana (Valdobbiadene)
Hotels are subject to availability. In the event of a particular hotel being fully booked for your chosen dates, we will replace it with a hotel of equal value and quality level. We will provide you with the exact accommodation details upon booking confirmation.
Meals
Breakfast is included on all days. When no restaurant location is available en route, lunches and snacks can either be bought from local shops or packed lunches can be pre-ordered from your hotel the night before. Dinner is available either at the accommodation or from restaurants in the local area.
Difficulty and terrain
This tour is rated moderate and is suitable for regular walkers with most days offering 3-5h of walking (read more about difficulty grades). The walks are along vineyards and include uneven footpaths, mule tracks and
small gravel roads.
We strongly advise you only to follow marked trails and never try to shorten the path through unknown and unmarked terrain. We will provide you with detailed route notes and maps and you can call our 24/7 local assistance phone number anytime. More detailed information on route navigation will be included in your holiday information pack.
When to go
This tour is available from the beginning of April until the end of October. The flexibility of self-guided holidays means there are no fixed dates, meaning you can start your trip on any date during the season.
During the months of May, June, September and October, you are most likely to experience good weather, with pleasant average temperatures of 20C-25C. Most rainfall is seen in October. July is the driest and the hottest month, with an average daily temperature of 27C. Grapes are harvested in September and October making it an ideal time to visit the wine regions.
To find out more about when to go, take a look at our blog, the Best time to go to Italy.
Getting there
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By plane
The advised airport to fly into and out of is Venezia Airport (VCE) or Treviso Airport (TSF)
By train or bus
- From Venezia Airport to Vittorio Veneto: Take a bus (25mins) to Venezia Mestre and a regional train (55mins) to Vittorio Veneto. For more details, see the national rail operator for Italy, Trenitalia or use the Omio planner above.
- From Treviso Antonio Canova Airport to Vittorio Veneto: take a direct train to Vittorio Veneto (35mins). For more details, see the national rail operator for Italy, Trenitalia or use the Omio planner above.
- From Valdobbiadene to Venezia Airport: take a local bus (40mins) to Conegliano and board a train to Venice Mestre (1h 20mins) and then board direct train to Venezia Airport (30mins). For more details, see the national rail operator for Italy, Trenitalia or use the Omio planner above.
- From Valdobbiadene to Treviso Airport: take a local bus to Treviso Centrale (1h 15mins) and then direct bus to the airport (15mins). For more details, see the national rail operator for Italy, Trenitalia or use the Omio planner above.
Inclusions
Included
- 7 nights accommodation
- 7 breakfasts
- Baggage transfers (one piece per person, max 20kg)
- Detailed digital holiday information pack including GPS-checked and regularly updated route descriptions, road notes and maps. Please note that the info pack is emailed to you prior to departure, and printed documents are only provided upon additional payment.
- 24/7 phone assistance by our local office/representative
Excluded
- International flights and land transfers
- Lunches and dinners, drinks and snacks
- Travel insurance (required – get a quote online)
- Additional travel-related changes in the programme due to bad weather
- Personal expenses
- Any items not specifically mentioned as included in the programme
- Local tourist tax and entry fees (payable on the spot)
- eSIM data for international travel (get an eSIM)
Options, extras and supplements
- If you’re travelling in a group, a supplement applies to group members who would like to have a room of their own
- This holiday is available for solo travellers. However, a supplement will be charged as the cost of rooms, luggage or private transfers (when applicable) is not shared. Please note that solo travellers are always accommodated in their own room. For logistical reasons, we don’t offer an option for solo travellers to share rooms with other solo travellers.
- Extra nights before the tour, along the way and at the end of the tour can be booked on request
- Printed documents package delivered to your first hotel
