Scenic Road Trip from Pozzallo to Ortisei and Back

Day 1: Pozzallo to Ortisei

Pozzallo, Italy to Ortisei, Italy on May 16, 2025

7:30am

Breakfast at Caffè Sicilia

Enjoy a Sicilian breakfast featuring granita and brioche at the popular Caffè Sicilia, known for its traditional pastries and local flavors. Opens at 7am.
EUR8, 0h30m

8:00am

Drive from Pozzallo to Ortisei

Depart Pozzallo and drive approximately 10.5 hours north to Ortisei, passing through scenic coastal and mountainous regions of Italy.
EUR70 (fuel approx.), 10h30m

6:30pm

Check-in and Dinner at Hotel Angelo Engel

Check into Hotel Angelo Engel in Ortisei and enjoy a traditional South Tyrolean dinner at the hotel restaurant, offering local dishes with alpine views.
EUR40, 1h30m

Day 2: Ortisei Exploration

Ortisei, Italy on May 17, 2025

8:00am

Breakfast at Hotel Angelo Engel

Start the day with a rich breakfast buffet at the hotel with fresh bread, cheeses, and local specialties.
Included in stay, 0h45m

9:00am

Visit Seceda Mountain

Take the cable car from Ortisei to Seceda Mountain for breathtaking panoramic views of the Dolomites and hiking opportunities. Cable car operates 9am-4:30pm in spring.
EUR30, 3h

12:30pm

Lunch at Restaurant Tubladel

Enjoy Tyrolean cuisine with dishes like speck and knödel in a cozy mountain restaurant near Ortisei.
EUR25, 1h

2:00pm

Walk around Ortisei Village

Explore the charming village streets, artisan shops, and the famous wood-carving museums reflecting the local culture.
Free, 2h

5:00pm

Relax at Hotel Spa

Enjoy a spa session at your hotel to unwind and refresh after hiking and walking.
EUR20, 1h

7:00pm

Dinner at Mauriz Keller

Dine on traditional Italian and Tyrolean dishes in an authentic rustic atmosphere in Ortisei. Open from 6pm.
EUR35, 1h30m

Day 3: Return to Pozzallo

Ortisei, Italy to Pozzallo, Italy on May 18, 2025

7:00am

Early Breakfast at Hotel

Fuel up with an early breakfast before the long drive back to Pozzallo.
Included, 0h30m

7:30am

Drive from Ortisei to Pozzallo

Begin the approximately 10.5-hour drive back to Pozzallo, enjoying changing landscapes on the way south.
EUR70 (fuel approx.), 10h30m

6:00pm

Dinner at Trattoria dei Naviganti, Pozzallo

End your trip with fresh Sicilian seafood at Trattoria dei Naviganti, known for its local catch and island ambiance. Open until 10pm.
EUR40, 1h30m