7 Days in the Dolomites for Wellness

Arrive in Venice and transfer to the hotel near Bolzano/Merano. Check into your Spa Suite, located on the 2nd and 3rd floor with mountain view and equipped with a Finnish sauna, south-facing balcony, the bed facing the floor-to-ceiling glass front, open-plan bathroom with free-standing bathtub, and day beds for relaxing. Explore the hotel property with its three restaurants, Forest Sauna, Activity House, Infinity and Onsen pools, and Relax and View room.

Start your day with Yoga in the Activity House and then enjoy the included breakfast buffet. Later, calm your mind and enjoy the peace and beauty of the surrounding on a Guided Forest Walk. Take the Nordic walking poles and wander through the woods on soft ground. About 30 acres of hardwood and softwood welcome you. They are the realm of recreation. Follow the panorama trail. Listen to the sound of nature. The chirping of birds, the murmur of the mountain stream, the rustle of the trees. .

They are definitely a household name for horse lovers: blonde mane, silky long hair, medium-sized, with harmonious and strong shapes, reliable, well-behaved, active and endearing! We are talking about the Haflinger, a globally recognized horse breed that originated in South Tyrol more precisely in Schluderns in the Upper Vinschgau Valley. The first Haflinger horses were bred there at the end of the 19th century - robust, suitable for the mountains and with a gentle character that makes them so popular to this day. Today you will discover the Halflinger horse on a 4 hour ride with a picnic.

Start the day with a personal training session or use the cardio and strength machines. Then devote the rest of the day to spa treatments and relaxation. Choose from facials, body treatments, massage, and beauty services. Lounge in the Relax and View room; soak in the Onsen pool; experience the views from the Forest Sauna and Infinity Pool.

A short distance from the hotel is a beautiful hike to the highest waterfall in South Tyrol, the Rio Waterfall or Fragsburger Wasserfall. The route starts from Merano near Labers. From here the route follows the path surrounded by beautiful nature to the stunning waterfall, passing Wart Castle. Length: 5.1mi Elevation gain: 1,643ft Estimated time: 3.5–4hr Out & back

A short drive from the hotel, visit delightful Gargazzone. Hike the Panorama Trail, visit the Krollturm Watchtower, and visit the apple orchards. The municipality of Gargazzone is located in the south of Merano. Although the village has good transport connections, it is still somewhat secluded, which is appreciated by both locals and tourists. There are no more than 1600 inhabitants living here at an altitude of about 267 meters. As small as Gargazzone / Gargazon may be, the village still has its own landmark. The Kröll Tower stands like a guardian above the village, built in 1240 by Bertold Chrello von Trautson. It once served as a watchtower and a defensive tower, but over the centuries it was increasingly exposed to decay. Thanks to extensive renovation work, it soon regained its original robustness. It still stands protectively on a hill today and has even earned a place in the municipal coat of arms.

You may wish to visit the Forest Sauna or Onsen Pool for a final time before transferring to Venice for your flight home.