Overseas Adventure Travel Announcing 2026 Adventures by Land & Small Ship | Alpine Europe: France, Italy’s Dolomites, Switzerland & Austria

EUROPE

Dolomites, Italy
Dolomites, Italy
Riva Waterfalls, South Tyrol, Italy
Riva Waterfalls, South Tyrol, Italy

France: Chamonix | Italy: Biella, Bolzano, San Candido | Switzerland: Lugano | Austria: Innsbruck
Small groups of no more than 16 travelers, guaranteed

Learn what it means to follow the Alpine way—from its snowcapped peaks, mountain valleys, and glacial lakes to the warmth, charm, and culture of the cities and villages of the foothills. Ride a funicular up to the peak of Aiguille Du Midi in Chamonix, France or trek across Italy’s Dolomites. Glide across Lake Lugano on a private boat tour, gaze up at the triple-peaked Tre Cime, and discover a unique part of the world where people embrace nature and take joy in the simple pleasures of life.

18 days starting from $7,995
including international airfare from New York or Newark
Single Supplement: FREE
Departure Dates: Apr-Oct
Activity Level: 1 2 3 4 5 Moderately Strenuous

IT'S INCLUDED

Chamonix, France
Chamonix, France
Funicular, Lake Lugano, Switzerland
Funicular, Lake Lugano, Switzerland
Cheese making, Biella, Italy
Cheese making, Biella, Italy

ITINERARY

DAY 1 • Depart U.S.

Depart today on your flight to Geneva, Switzerland.

DAY 2 • Geneva, Switzerland • Chamonix, France
Upon arrival in Geneva, transfer to Chamonix, France, where you'll meet your fellow travelers, including those on our Catalonia, Spain: Barcelona, Girona & Tarragona pre-trip extension. 
Lykke Hotel & Spa Chamonix or similar

DAY 3 • Montenvers Train ride • La Mer de Glace glacier
Take the historic Montenvers Railway up the sides of the Aiguilles de Chamonix to an altitude of around 6,276 feet, then disembark to explore La Mer de Glace glacier. 
Meals: B,D | Lykke Hotel & Spa Chamonix or similar

DAY 4 • Chamonix • Aiguille Du Midi
Take a funicular to Aiguille Du Midi, the highest mountain peak that can be reached by an aerial lift. 
Meals: B,L | Lykke Hotel & Spa Chamonix or similar

DAY 5 • Biella, Italy • Aosta
Journey to Biella, Italy today, driving through the Mont Blanc Tunnel. Along the way, visit the ancient Roman city of Aosta. 
Meals: B,L | Augustus Hotel or similar

DAY 6 • Biella • Optional cooking class • Visit the Oropa Sacred Mount • Home-Hosted Dinner
Discover the city of Biella, including the medieval Piazzo Square and historic Palazzo Ferrero. This afternoon, you can join an optional cooking class. Later, we'll regroup to visit the Oropa Sacred Mount: A UNESCO World Heritage Site located nearly 4,000 feet above sea level. Then, meet a local Alpine Italian family during a Home-Hosted Dinner. 
Meals: B,D | Augustus Hotel or similar

ADVENTURE HIGHLIGHT

On Day 6 in Biela, enjoy a meal with an Alpine Italian family during a Home-Hosted Dinner.

DAY 7 • A Day in the Life of a local cheese farm
Experience A Day in the Life of a typical Italian cheese farm. The farm's owners will show us their animals and explain the cheese making process. We'll help with some chores then head to the farmhouse to prepare a meal with the family. 
Meals: B,L | Augustus Hotel or similar

DAY 8 • Lugano, Switzerland • Winery visit • Arborio village
Along the way to Lugano, stop to visit a winery in Italy's Piedmont region. Then head to the village of Arborio to learn about its production of the rice that is used to make creamy Italian risotto. 
Meals: B,L | Hotel de la Paix or similar

DAY 9 • Lugano • Lake Lugano boat ride • Funicular to Mount Bre
Witness the beauty of Lugano from both the water and the mountain top. Begin with a private boat ride on glacial Lake Lugano, then-once back on land-climb aboard a funicular and ascend to the top of Mount Bre. 
Meals: B,D | Hotel de la Paix or similar

DAY 10 • Lugano • Optional Lake Como tour
Enjoy a day on your own in Lugano. Or, join us on an optional tour to the resort town of Tremezzo, located on the shores of iconic Lake Como. 
Meals: B | Hotel de la Paix or similar

DAY 11 • Monza • Duomo • Bolzano
Journey to Bolzano-the capital of the South Tyrol region. Along the way, stop in Monza to visit its impressive Duomo. 
Meals: B,L | Parkhotel Laurin or similar

DAY 12 • Bolzano • Cable car ride • South Tyrol Museum of Archaeology & Ötzi the Iceman
Take a walking tour of Bolzano this morning. Then embark a cable car ride high above Ritten's scenic plateau. After returning to Bolzano, visit the South Tyrol Museum of Archaeology- also known as the Ötzi the Iceman museum. 
Meals: B,D | Parkhotel Laurin or similar

DAY 13 • Dolomites trekking experience • San Candido
This morning we'll hike in the Dolomites to witness some of the dramatic beauty that has earned the mountain range recognition as a UNESCO World Heritage Site. Then, enjoy a mountain picnic lunch. Next, drive to San Candido. Also called Innichen, San Candido is situated right on the border of Austria and is part of Tre Cime Natural Park. 
Meals: B,L | Boutique Hotel Zenana or similar

ADVENTURE HIGHLIGHT

On Day 13, go for a hike amidst the splendor of the Dolomites, whose dramatic beauty is recognized as a UNESCO World Heritage Site.

DAY 14 • Lake Braies hike • World War II bunker visit
Hike around the vibrant blue Lake Braies today. Then delve into Alpine Europe's history when you visit a WWII bunker before lunch at a local chalet. 
Meals: B,L | Boutique Hotel Zenana or similar

DAY 15 • San Candido • Optional Tre Cime trekking tour
Enjoy a free day in San Candido or join our optional tour to Tre Cime, one of the Dolomites' most recognizable sights. 
Meals: B,D | Boutique Hotel Zenana or similar

DAY 16 • Riva Waterfalls hike • Innsbruck, Austria
Say arrivederci to Italy today as we journey to Austria. Along the way, we'll hike around one of the region's most lovely sights, the Riva Waterfalls. 
Meals: B,L | Stage 12 Hotel or similar

DAY 17 • Innsbruck • Imperial Palace
Discover Innsbruck, the capital of Tyrol, first visiting its 5th century Imperial Palace. Uncover more of the city's highlights, such as Aldstadt von Innsbruck (the Old Town). 
Meals: B,D | Stage 12 Hotel or similar

DAY 18 Return to U.S.
Return to the U.S. or begin your Austria post-trip extension. 
Meals: B

Aiguille Du Midi, Chamonix, France
Aiguille Du Midi, Chamonix, France
Innsbruck, Austria
Innsbruck, Austria

Want to know more? Find the full itinerary and dates & pricing at www.oattravel.com/fsa

PERSONALIZE YOUR EXPERIENCE on your Alpine Europe adventure

OPTIONAL EXTENSIONS

Choose to maximize your discoveries and value when you add a pre- or post-trip extension-or both-to your adventure.

Catalonia, Spain: Barcelona, Girona & Tarragona

PRE-TRIP: 8 nights from $3,395

Barcelona, Spain
Barcelona, Spain

Experience the fiercely independent region of Catalonia-from artistic Barcelona, to medieval Girona, and finally Tarragona where ancient Roman ruins stand beside the Mediterranean.

IT'S INCLUDED

Learn more at www.oattravel.com/fsa-catalonia-2026

Austria's Alpine Heart: Innsbruck, Salzburg & Vienna

POST-TRIP: 6 nights from $3,095

Salzburg, Austria
Salzburg, Austria

Discover the alpine beauty of Austria on this extension to three of its most stunning cities. Ascend the slopes of the Nordkette mountain chain via cable car in Innsbruck; immerse yourself in the sound of music in Salzburg; and marvel at the imperial splendor of Vienna. Plus, round out your adventure with an excursion into Germany to witness Herrenchiemsee Palace-the Bavarian answer to Versailles-and a guided tour of Linz.

IT'S INCLUDED

Learn more at www.oattravel.com/fsa-austria-2026

ARRIVE EARLY

We recommend that you relax after a long flight or explore more in depth before your trip. Prices shown include accommodations and private airport transfer.