8 days in Valle d'Aosta Itinerary

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Fly to Milan Malpensa, Bus to Aosta
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Aosta
— 3 nights
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Breuil-Cervinia
— 1 night
Drive
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La Thuile
— 3 nights
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Aosta — 3 nights

Rome of the Alps

In the Aosta Valley bordering Switzerland and France, the medieval city of Aosta is famous for its prime skiing conditions and rich cultural history.
Venture out of the city with trips to Val Ferret (in Courmayeur), Cogne (Rifugio Vittorio Sella, Lillaz Waterfalls, &more) and Maison Bruil (in Introd). There's much more to do: let the river carry you with a rafting and tubing tour, step into the grandiose world of Castel Savoia, trek along Sentiero Panoramico Lungo L'Orrido Di Pre-Saint-Didier, and examine the collection at Forte di Bard.

For maps, photos, other places to visit, and tourist information, refer to the Aosta route builder website.

Amsterdam, The Netherlands to Aosta is an approximately 7.5-hour combination of flight and bus. You can also drive; or do a combination of train and bus. Finish your sightseeing early on the 3rd (Thu) so you can drive to Breuil-Cervinia.
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Breuil-Cervinia — 1 night

Breuil-Cervinia is an alpine resort in the Aosta Valley region of northwest Italy. On the 4th (Fri), look for gifts at Casa del Miele, hit the slopes at Cervino Breuil-Cervinia Ski Area, then explore the activities along Lago Blu, then trek along Lago Blu, and finally let little ones run wild at Champleve.

For reviews, more things to do, and other tourist information, go to the Breuil-Cervinia travel itinerary planner.

Traveling by car from Aosta to Breuil-Cervinia takes 1.5 hours. Alternatively, you can do a combination of train and bus. Finish your sightseeing early on the 4th (Fri) so you can travel to La Thuile.
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La Thuile — 3 nights

La Thuile is a town and comune in the Aosta Valley of northwest Italy.GeographyLa Thuile is situated in the Alps at the extreme north-west of the country, close to the French alpine town of La Rosière. Kick off your visit on the 5th (Sat): admire the sheer force of Cascate del Rutor, contemplate the waterfront views at Lago d'Arpy, then take a tour by water with Boat Tours & Water Sports, and finally take in the dramatic scenery at Cascade of Lenteney. Keep things going the next day: indulge in some personalized pampering at QC Terme Pre Saint Didier, appreciate the views at Val Veny, and then contemplate the waterfront views at Lago Combal.

For other places to visit, maps, traveler tips, and other tourist information, use the La Thuile online tour itinerary planner.

The Route module can help you plan travel from Breuil-Cervinia to La Thuile. Wrap up your sightseeing by early afternoon on the 7th (Mon) to allow time for the car ride back home.
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Valle d'Aosta travel guide

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Spas · Castles · Ski Areas
Though Valle d'Aosta is Italy's smallest region, it contains the highest peaks of the Alps, including the "roof of the old continent," Mont Blanc. This area is an outdoor adventure lover's dream vacation, with myriad climbing and hiking opportunities above the valley floor. Valle d'Aosta is known around the world for its major climbing routes, many of which have made mountaineering history. In the winter, the valley is at the heart of the Italian skiing experience with several top-notch ski resorts. Many visitors include attractions such as Roman monuments, medieval castles, and Romanesque churches on their itinerary. Since ancient times, Valle d'Aosta has been an important crossroads of the Western Alps. Today, it's linked with France and Switzerland through the Mont Blanc Tunnel and the Little and Big Saint Bernard passes.
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