Italy is one of the most popular destinations in Europe - maybe even in the world. The millennia-old culture, the picturesque landscapes, the exquisite food and the loud yet charming people make Italy a magical country unlike any other. Walk with all senses open through the beautiful countryside of South Tyrol, take a dip in Lake Garda after a hot day, climb the impressive Italian Alps, taste the excellent food in Piedmont and relax on a white sandy beach in Southern Italy. There's something for everyone in Italy.
Our most popular walking holidays in Italy
The Dolomites
Not Italy but not Austria - just South Tyrol - the area has a mix of alpine cosiness and southern temperament with influences from two very special countries. That's the charm of beautiful South Tyrol. In addition, there is a magical landscape, an exciting and delicious cuisine and small beautiful villages. Explore South Tyrol on foot on Hiking in the Dolomites Nature Parks, discover the Dolomites 'High Route' on Mountain Hiking in the Dolomites - Alta Via!
Lake Garda
The glistening waves, the enchanting scent of flowering orange trees, beautiful hills and picturesque vineyards - everything a hiker's heart could desire. Put on your hiking boots and discover the Walking holiday from the Dolomites to Lake Garda or Lake Garda to Venice hiking holidays.
The Alps
Walk high above the enchanting towns of Northern Italy, over vast mountain pastures and enjoy views of the sleepy morning landscapes. Take in the sight of the fascinating animals of the Alps as you move into their territory and enjoy the feeling of infinite space. How about a hike from the Julian Alps or hiking by Lake Como and Lake Maggiore, with the Alps in the background. We definitely have the right tour for you!
Worth knowing about Italy
Italian climate
The climate in Italy is incredibly varied. In South Tyrol, hikers can expect a mild mountain climate and as you would expect in the Alps, winters are cold. That's why our hiking season in the Alps starts in May or June, when the snow is typically gone.
The climate gets milder if you head a little south towards Lake Garda, for example. If you go even further south to Liguria and Piedmont, the climate becomes Mediterranean. Southern Italy gets very hot in summer, so the perfect time for hiking in this area is spring and autumn. It is in pleasant heat that hiking is most beautiful.
Italian cuisine
Pizza, pasta, risotto, carpaccio - need we go on? We love Italian cuisine! Every region has its own variations of the world-famous dishes, so you can't really expect to lose weight on a walking holiday in Italy. Pizza is probably the world's most famous dish and it was invented in Italy, specifically Naples. Pizza was already on the table in the 18th century and probably even earlier than that. We know that the inventor of Pizza Margherita was Signor Raffaele Esposito, who worked for the Brandi restaurant in Naples. He was instructed to serve a special dish to King Umberto I and his wife Margherita. The rest is history.
Pizza Napoletana
The most famous pizza in the world - named after the king's wife - consists of red tomatoes, white mozzarella and green basil. The national colours of Italy.
Today there is even an association, Associazione Verace Pizza Napoletana, whose mission is to preserve the preparation of the true Neapolitan pizza. Pizza parlours all over the world are members of the association and can boast of serving the real thing. The association monitors the recipe and preparation with regular spot checks. In Italy you'll also find Pizza Romana, which is very thin and crispy, Pizza Genovese, which is a variation of focaccia with a thicker base and Pizza Al Taglio, which is served in slices and can often be bought on the street. We have to be honest and say that it doesn't matter which pizza you choose because they all taste great.
Tuscany
If you want to experience unique and ancient cities while following in the footsteps of history, we recommend Via Francigena, a unique pilgrimage. Discover impressive cities like Lucca, Siena, San Gimignano and enjoy the feeling of stepping back in time. See our Walking holidays along the Via Francigena VF5.
Piedmont
Dear friends with good taste, now take notes! We have just the hiking holiday for you. A walking holiday through 'Slow food' country, where the actual preparation of the food is still celebrated with hours of dedication and love, where a good wine still belongs to a good meal, where the flourishing rice fields are at your feet and the romantic vineyards make everyone stop and enjoy the moment. Welcome to Piedmont!
Discover our Walking Holiday in the Piedmont Winery, which offers the best of the area.
Cinque Terre
Discover the "Five Towns" (Cinque Terre) at their most beautiful as you walk along the coast between them. The routes go along terraced fields, through small gorges and all the time you have a view of the Mediterranean Sea and the incredibly beautiful towns. Experience our Cinque Terre Walking Holiday in five or seven days, or take a full week with the Cinque Terre and Portofino Walking Holiday.
White sandy beaches, turquoise waters, the scent of pine forests and the song of Mediterranean crickets. Doesn't that just sound like heaven? Have you always wanted to walk in such beautiful surroundings? No problem! Bering Travel makes it possible. Check out our great hiking options in beautiful Southern Italy. Whether you want to experience our Hiking Holiday in Sardinia or want to enjoy the stunning beauty of our Hiking Holiday along the Amalfi Coast, 8 days, we are sure to have the perfect hiking holiday for you. The Amalfi Coast walking holiday is available in several versions with different durations.
Our walking holidays in Italy
Perfectly organised walking holidays in Italy
You love to hike, but you usually just stay in your local area because a city-to-city hiking trip seems too much of a hassle. You probably have to carry your luggage, look for accommodation and somehow figure out the best hiking route. That's where we come in. We'll make sure you book the good hotels, make sure your luggage is taken from hotel to hotel, and we've already found the best route for you. It's all served to you on arrival at the first hotel, after which you simply follow the route descriptions and enjoy the beautiful scenery. It couldn't be easier!