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Chase the Sky: Three Days of Soul-Stirring Hikes in the Dolomites
Thu, Sep 3, 3:00 PM***Explore Milan & the Dolomites on a 6-day adventure featuring epic hikes, Seceda views, alpine villages & unforgettable scenery.*** **HOW DO I JOIN THIS TRIP?** Click on link below to get complete info and to sign up for this event by getting your ticket. [https://urbanaturetravel.com/event/soul-stirring-hikes-in-the-dolomites](https://urbanaturetravel.com/event/soul-stirring-hikes-in-the-dolomites) **SPECIAL OFFER FOR NEW USERS** * 10% New User Discount using promo code: **MEETUP10** * Valid for this trip or any other trips available on our website. **WHY GO?** The Dolomites are widely regarded as one of the most spectacular mountain ranges in the world. This unforgettable hiking adventure combines dramatic alpine landscapes, towering limestone peaks, crystal-clear mountain streams, charming South Tyrolean villages, and some of Europe's most breathtaking panoramic viewpoints. Over three incredible hiking days, we will explore the heart of the UNESCO-listed Dolomites, discovering hidden valleys, alpine meadows, dramatic ridgelines, waterfalls, and traditional mountain huts. To complete the experience, we'll also spend time in stylish Milan and beautiful Bolzano, where Italian and Alpine cultures blend together perfectly. Whether you are an experienced hiker seeking epic mountain scenery or simply looking for an unforgettable active holiday in Italy, this trip offers the perfect combination of adventure, nature, culture, and community. **WHAT ARE SOME OF THE HIGHLIGHTS?** ✨ This trip combines some of Northern Italy's most iconic destinations and landscapes: 🇮🇹 **Milan** – Explore Italy's stylish fashion capital, home to the magnificent Duomo, elegant piazzas, historic architecture, and authentic Italian cuisine. 🏘️ **Bolzano** – Discover the charming gateway to the Dolomites, where Italian and Alpine cultures blend together amidst beautiful mountain scenery. 🏔️ **The Dolomites** – Hike through one of Europe's most spectacular mountain regions, famous for dramatic peaks, alpine meadows, panoramic viewpoints, and UNESCO-listed landscapes. 🌄 **Seceda** – Experience one of the most iconic viewpoints in the Alps, offering breathtaking ridgeline views and unforgettable photo opportunities. 💦 **Gilfenklamm Gorge** – Walk through a stunning canyon featuring waterfalls, wooden bridges, forest trails, and impressive natural scenery. **TRIP DETAILS** **📅Start and End Date:** * **Option A:** Thursday afternoon, 3 September - Tuesday morning, 8 September. * **Option B:** Friday morning, 4 September - Tuesday morning, 8 September. **📍Meeting Time and Location:** * **Option A:** Meet your guide directly at the accommodation in Milan from 5 pm onwards on Thursday. Note: * **Option B:** Meet your guide in Milan city by 12 pm on Friday (exact location to be provided in WhatsApp group for confirmed participants). * **Note:** * If you are arriving earlier or later, please let us know so that we can accordingly wait for you for you **if required in Milan city on Friday.** * Accommodation details will be shared in the WhatsApp group for confirmed participants. **📍Finishing Time and Location:** Milan Accommodation or Airport - Based on your departure time, the guide may also be able to drop you off at the Airport. **🥾Hiking Difficulty:** ☻☻☻☻☺ Intermediate / Advanced This trip includes: * Mountain hiking on well-marked trails * Moderate to high elevation gain * Long hiking days * Uneven terrain * Good fitness required We recommend joining if you have previous hiking experience and are comfortable hiking for 4–6 hours in mountainous terrain. **🎒Equipment Required:** * Hiking shoes (mandatory) * Day backpack * Weather-appropriate clothing * Water bottle * Sun protection * No technical climbing equipment is required. **✅What is included?** 👥 Community leader & guide throughout the trip 🇬🇧 English-speaking trip leader (also fluent in German) 🏨 3 nights shared accommodation in the Bolzano region 🏨 2 nights shared accommodation in Milan 🚗 Transportation throughout the trip from meeting point to trip finish 🥐 Daily breakfast 🎟 Access tickets required for the planned hiking routes 📸 Access to shared Google Photos album 💬 Access to dedicated WhatsApp group for participants 🤝 A friendly international community of fellow adventurers **❌What is not included?** 🚠 Optional cable car descent on Day 3 (approximately €36 per person) 🍽 Lunches and dinners ✈ Flights to and from Milan, however if interested can provide a complete flights inclusive package price from anywhere in Europe. 🛡 Travel insurance 💰 Personal expenses 🍺 Drinks and snacks **⚠ Important Notes** Weather and mountain conditions can change rapidly. For safety reasons, the guide may modify hiking routes, timings, or activities if necessary due to: 🌦 Weather conditions 🥾 Trail conditions 💪 Group fitness levels 🛡 Safety considerations Our priority is always to provide the best possible experience while ensuring the safety and enjoyment of all participants. **✈️How to get to Milan?** * **Flight:** Flying is the fastest way to reach Milan Airport, with direct flights from most European cities. * **Need Assistance:** Please reach out directly for customized Flight or Train inclusive offers from anywhere in Europe by WhatsApp on +49 152 2150 6123 or +49 151 2486 7229. **WHAT IS THE DETAILED PLAN?** **DAY 1 – ARRIVAL IN MILAN & TRANSFER TO THE DOLOMITES** 🇮🇹 Welcome to Italy! Meet your guide and fellow travellers in Milan. We will enjoy a relaxed introduction to the city, including a short walk through Milan's historic centre and time to admire some of its most famous landmarks. Highlights: ⛪ Duomo di Milano 🏛 Galleria Vittorio Emanuele II ☕ Italian coffee break 📸 Historic city centre In the afternoon, we begin our scenic drive north towards the Dolomites. 🚗 Transfer to Bolzano region 🏨 Check-in to accommodation 🍽 Group dinner and trip briefing Overnight: Bolzano Region **DAY 2 – GILFENKLAMM GORGE HIKE** 🥾 Distance: Approximately 14 km ⏱ Hiking Time: Around 4–5 hours Today we explore the beautiful Gilfenklamm Gorge near Vipiteno. Following wooden walkways and bridges suspended above rushing water, we hike through one of South Tyrol's most spectacular natural landscapes. Highlights: 💦 Waterfalls 🌉 Wooden bridges 🌲 Forest trails 📸 Dramatic canyon scenery 🏔 Mountain views After the hike, we return to Bolzano for a relaxed evening. 🍽 Dinner in town 🏨 Overnight in Bolzano Region **DAY 3 – SECEDA: THE ICONIC DOLOMITES HIKE** 🥾 Distance: Approximately 15 km 📈 Elevation Gain: Around 900 m Today's adventure takes us to one of the most famous viewpoints in the Alps. The hike to Seceda rewards us with breathtaking panoramas across jagged mountain ridges, alpine meadows, and endless Dolomite peaks. Highlights: 🌄 Seceda ridgeline 📸 Iconic photo opportunities 🏔 Spectacular mountain scenery 🍽 Mountain hut lunch stop 🌿 Alpine landscapes Participants who prefer a shorter descent may choose to take the cable car down after the hike. 🚠 Optional cable car descent (€36) 🏨 Overnight in Bolzano Region **DAY 4 – SURPRISE DOLOMITES HIKE** 🥾 Distance: 11–15 km 📈 Elevation Gain: 500–700 m Today we choose one of several fantastic hiking routes depending on weather conditions and group fitness levels. Possible highlights include: 🏔 Hidden alpine valleys 🌿 Mountain meadows 📸 Panoramic viewpoints 🏡 Traditional mountain villages 🌄 Stunning Dolomite scenery This flexible approach allows us to select the best possible route for the day. 🏨 Overnight in Bolzano Region **DAY 5 – FINAL DOLOMITES ADVENTURE & RETURN TO MILAN** After breakfast, we enjoy a relaxed morning in the mountains before beginning our journey back to Milan. Depending on timing and weather, we may stop at scenic viewpoints or charming villages along the way. Highlights: 📸 Last mountain views ☕ Scenic coffee stops 🚗 Drive through the Italian Alps Upon arrival in Milan: 🏨 Check-in to accommodation 🍽 Farewell dinner with the group 🎉 Celebrate an unforgettable adventure together Overnight: Milan **DAY 6 – DEPARTURE DAY** 🥐 Breakfast 👋 Farewell to fellow travellers 🏨 Check-out from accommodation Participants are free to continue their travels or head to the airport for their journey home. **JOIN US IN THE DOLOMITES** 🏔 Epic mountain scenery 🥾 Three unforgettable hikes 📸 Incredible photo opportunities 🤝 Amazing international community 🇮🇹 Italian culture and cuisine ✨ Memories that will last a lifetime **Let's chase the sky together in the magnificent Dolomites!** ☁️🏔️ **FOR FUTURE TRIP UPDATES** Please do join our WhatsApp / Telegram channel for updates about our future trips including possible early bird discounts, contests etc. 1. [WhatsApp Channel](https://go.unt.global/travelgroup) 2. [Telegram Channel](https://t.me/urbanaturetravel)
Globetrotter-Treffen im September
Tue, Sep 1, 5:00 PMDeine nächste Reise ist noch eine Weile hin, und du suchst nach einem Weg, die Zeit bis dahin zu überbrücken? Hast du selbst schon spannende Reisen unternommen, von denen du erzählen möchtest? Würdest du gerne hören, was andere für Abenteuer in der Ferne erlebt haben? Dann bist du hier genau richtig! Immer am 1. Dienstag eines Monats treffen wir uns im gemütlichen Yorckschlösschen in Kreuzberg, um unsere Leidenschaft fürs Reisen zu teilen. Bei einem leckeren Getränk (optional auch Essen) tauschen wir uns aus über vergangene Trips und zukünftige Reisepläne. **Achtung: Wir legen schon um 19 Uhr los und nicht wie früher um 19:30 Uhr, aber ihr könnt natürlich auch später noch dazustoßen.** Nur Mut - bei jedem Treffen sind garantiert ein paar Leute zum ersten Mal dabei. Und wir freuen uns immer über neue Gesichter! So findest du uns: Frag einfach bei der Bedienung nach dem Globetrotter-Stammtisch oder schau dich nach dem Tisch mit dem Globetrotter-Zwerg um. Bis bald Louisa **For our English speaking members:** Most people also speak English, but conversations are usually in German. You’ll usually find someone to chat with in English, but don’t expect the whole group to switch.
Bulgaria 🇧🇬 - Seven Rila lakes Hike
Fri, Sep 25, 1:00 PMSeven Rila lakes hike in Bulgaria ✅ The lakes are just amazing and the place we stay is unimaginable. We're going to stay in forest on top of mountains, eat local Bulgarian food, shower in waterfalls and many more. It’s a unique experience in life, want to know why ? Check our previous trip on Instagram and then decide :) https://www.instagram.com/reel/Ce6Xl56jB0t/?igshid=MTc4MmM1YmI2Ng%3D%3D Trip Highlights * We hike 7 Rila lakes * Stay in huts on top of mountains (No network, Only Nature, Barbecue etc) * Visit A monastery on the way 📅 Friday, 25th Sep * **18:00** – Arrive at Sofia Airport * Stay in the city * Have a dinner at an authentic bulgarian restaurant (based on the arrival time) *** ### 📅 Saturday, 26th Sep – Seven Rila Lakes Hike * Early breakfast * Do groceries for 2 nights and next day ( the huts have limited food options - we need to pack food items) * Drive towards the Rila Mountains (around 2 hours) * On the visit a monastery. * Hike approximately **2 km uphill** to reach our mountain huts *(PLEASE avoid large suitcases)* * Check in, enjoy authentic Bulgarian dinner, relax around the bonfire ( based on availability), and spend the night surrounded by nature. *** ### 📅 Sunday, 27th Sep * Full-day hike to the famous **Seven Rila Lakes** * Approx. **16-20km hike (900 m elevation gain)** or cable car option for those who prefer * Explore all seven lakes and enjoy one of Bulgaria's most beautiful landscapes * Return to the huts for dinner and another peaceful mountain evening. ### 📅 Monday, 28th Sep * Start early from huts ( 6:00 AM) * Hike down where the cab will pick us up * Reach sofia airport by \~9:00 ( trip ends here) * If you want to stay back or have late flights - the cab stops at city centre too Important: * We stay in local huts in the mountains, these are real huts (we stay in the wild) and will be only one washroom(old style). If all stay in sharing dorms in these huts, if you want individual room, please let us know before. There won't be any Wi-Fi too :) - it is a very basic Hut at the top **Estimated Cost to the trip:** * Flights - 80 Euro (early bird) * Accommodation - 120 euros/3 -Nights * Airport transfers & Car rental - \~80 Euro (3 days) Approx. Depends on number of participants * Organising expense - 75 Euro * Food extra & miscellaneous Please join only if you are serious about the trip- https://chat.whatsapp.com/DmzpqZ6WkcX7gGHA2Rze2G?s=cl&p=i&ilr=1&amv=2 Unfortunately Meetup RSVPs cannot be considered, please join the group and confirm your flight bookings for final confirmation, first come first serve :)) Attending to this trip also means accepting terms and conditions here: https://meetbytravel.com/privacy#terms-conditions
🍺 Oktoberfest like a Local – Bavarian Weekend Experience 🇩🇪🥨
Thu, Oct 1, 2:00 PMWant to experience the **real Bavarian Oktoberfest**, not just another tourist visit? Join me for a cozy weekend where we’ll combine the best of Bavaria: great food, Oktoberfest atmosphere and a small international group. 📅 **October 1–3, 2026** 💶 **Price: €598** **What’s included?** 🥨 Bavarian welcome evening with a traditional "Brotzeit" in a beautiful beer garden 🍺 Reserved table at the famous **Ochsenbraterei** at Oktoberfest (including **1 Maß beer & 1 roast chicken**) 🌭 Traditional Weißwurst breakfast before heading home 🏡 Cozy homestay near Munich (small group) 🙌 Meet new people from around the world while experiencing Bavaria from a local perspective. This isn’t a luxury hotel trip. It’s a relaxed weekend that feels more like visiting local friends than joining a standard tour. Perfect if you want to experience: * Oktoberfest * Bavarian traditions * Local food * A small, friendly group * An authentic local experience 👥 **Limited to a small group.** ➡️ **For more information, the full itinerary, and booking details, please visit:** [https://www.joinmytrip.com/de/trips/-muenchen-weisswurscht-wiesn-wahnsinn--3Vv7](https://www.joinmytrip.com/de/trips/-muenchen-weisswurscht-wiesn-wahnsinn--3Vv7)
El Retiro Surf Week- September 2026
Wed, Sep 16, 4:00 PM**Hey everyone!** **I'm Gabriel , a 23-year-old full-time traveler, and I'm hosting a small-group surf trip to Las Palmas, Gran Canaria! 🏄♂️** **I just booked an awesome modern apartment right near the city's top surf spot: La Cícer / Las Canteras beach. 🏖️** **I've organized all the local logistics—accommodation 🏠** **surf school and gear 🏄♂️** **airport transfers 🛫** **So a crew of 3 to 4 like-minded people can just fly in, unwind, catch some waves, and explore the island together. All surf levels are completely welcome!**
Auroras & Ancient Culture: Ultimate Finland to Norway Arctic Roadtrip
Fri, Oct 2, 2:00 PM***Chase the Northern Lights on an epic Arctic road trip from Santa's Village in Finland to Norway's North Cape— the edge of mainland Europe.*** **HOW DO I JOIN THIS TRIP?** Click on link below to get complete info and to sign up for this event by getting your ticket. [https://urbanaturetravel.com/event/finland-to-norway-arctic-roadtrip](https://urbanaturetravel.com/event/finland-to-norway-arctic-roadtrip) **SPECIAL OFFER FOR NEW USERS** * 10% New User Discount using promo code: **MEETUP10** * Valid for this trip or any other trips available on our website. **WHY GO?** **The Ultimate Arctic Road Trip from Santa’s Village to the Edge of Europe** Step into a real-life winter fairytale on a multi-country Arctic road trip that begins in the magical holiday heartland of Finnish Lapland and leads you to the northernmost edge of continental Europe. * **Where Holiday Magic Begins (Rovaniemi & Santa Claus Village):** Start your journey by crossing the Arctic Circle at Rovaniemi—the official home of Santa Claus. Immerse yourself in festive winter markets, send postcards with Santa's official Arctic postmark, and experience the magical atmosphere where Christmas comes alive year-round. * **Exploring the Lapland Wilderness:** Venture deeper into Finnish Lapland to embrace the authentic Arctic spirit. Glide through snow-draped forests on a husky sled, race across frozen trails by snowmobile, and visit local Sámi reindeer farms to discover living Indigenous traditions, ancient storytelling, and local handicrafts. * **An Epic Road Trip to Nordkapp (Where Europe Ends):** Embark on a dramatic drive from the snowy pine forests of Finland across frozen frontiers into Norway, heading all the way to North Cape (*Nordkapp*). Standing on a dramatic 307-meter high cliff rising sheer out of the icy Arctic Ocean, this is the symbolic end of mainland Europe—a bucket-list destination where nothing lies between you and the North Pole except frozen waters. * **The Celestial Dance of *Guovssahas*:** With long, dark polar nights providing ideal viewing conditions, experience the magic of the Northern Lights painting the Arctic sky. A spectacle as old as Earth’s atmosphere, the Aurora Borealis appears in 30,000-year-old cave paintings, features on Sámi shamanistic drums as *Guovssahas* (“the light that can be heard”), and was revered in Viking lore as the flickering armor of the Valkyrie warriors. **WHAT ARE SOME OF THE HIGHLIGHTS?** * **Northern Lights Safari:** Hunting for the Northern lights with your experienced guide who would take you to the best places to experience the Northern lights dancing in the sky, based on the weather forecast and their specific knowledge about the topography around Lapland. The guide will also explain the history and science behind the Northern Lights and will give some camera support (if required). **Guaranteed Northern Lights sighting, else join us for free (excluding flights) in another Northern lights trip.** * **Road trip from Finland to Northcape (Nordkapp):** A journey to the Northernmost point of Europe will let you discover unique landscapes. On our way, you may encounter Reindeers & explore the colourful villages. On this trip, you enjoy breathtaking scenery and take a picture or a selfie at the cliffs and the iconic globe sculpture rising on top. Once you've experienced the North Cape, you will know why it is one of the absolute highlights on a trip to Norway. * **Northcape Visitor Centre and Museum:** Learn more about the early expeditions to North Cape and watch a panoramic film that takes you through four seasons. The visitor centre at the top level offers amazing views of the mountain plateau and endless blue Barents Sea. * **Rovaniemi & Santa Claus Village Magic:** Cross the Arctic Circle into a storybook winter world to visit Santa's official office, send postmarked mail from the Arctic Post Office, and explore festive, illuminated holiday markets. * **Exhilarating Wilderness Adventures (from Late November - March):** Speed across snow-draped pine forests on a snowmobile and glide through tranquil, white-blanketed trails on a musher-led husky sled. * **Authentic Sámi Traditions in Inari:** Experience the heart of Indigenous Lapland in Inari—the cultural capital of the Finnish Sámi—where you will visit world-class Sámi museums to immerse yourself in living Arctic traditions, ancient storytelling, and rich cultural heritage. **TRIP DETAILS** **📅Start and End Date:** * Opt.1 (5 nights): Friday - Wednesday * Opt.2 (4 nights): Saturday - Wednesday * Opt. 3 (2 nights): Friday - Sunday **Note:** 1. Opt. 2 & 3 needs to be selected in the Package options. 2. We have trips scheduled currently for: * October 2026: 2 - 7 October & 23 - 28 October * December 2026: 4 - 9 December & 18 - 23 December **📍Meeting Time and Location:** * Opt.1 & 3\*\*:\*\* Rovaniemi Airport / Accommodation in Rovaniemi from 4 PM. * Opt.2 : Anytime on Saturday from Rovaniemi Airport / Accommodation in Rovaniemi. * **Note:** * If you are arriving earlier, please us know in the sheet that will be shared with you closer to the event date, so that we can accordingly make the relevant pickup arrangements. * Exact accommodation details will be provided in the WhatsApp group for confirmed participants closer to the trip date. * Rovaniemi airport is only 15 - 20 mins drive / taxi from accommodation. * Taxi would be around 35 euros from the airport to the accommodation and we can also organize that for you if you are coming earlier or leaving later. **📍Finishing Time and Location:** * Opt. 1 & 2: Anytime until 12 PM in Rovaniemi Airport on Wednesday. * Opt. 3: Anytime in Rovaniemi Airport. **🥾Hiking Difficulty:** N/A as hike is completely optional. **✅What is included?** * Community leader & guide for the entire duration. **Note:** English is the main language spoken on this trip. * 2 or 3 Nights shared accommodation in Rovaniemi (based on package selection). * 2 Nights shared hotel accommodation in Karigasniemi (based on package selection). * 2, 4 or 5 nights Northern lights hunting with guide (Based on package selection). * Mix of Buffett hotel breakfast & Breakfast supplies provided for the apartments. * Unlimited snacks provided for the roadtrip. * Private transportation for the entire trip. * Exploring around Santa village and meeting Santa himself * Guided tour of the **Sami Parliament in Inari**. * **Reindeer feeding experience**. * **Gold panning** activity (indoor & time permitting). * Discover Rovaniemi. * Road trip from Finland to Northcape (Norway) - Northernmost point of Europe (weather permitting)\*\*. * Entry to Northcape museum (weather permitting). * Google photos album for sharing all your photos & videos **⚠ Important Notes** * You could face temperatures up to **-10 degree celsius during the October trip** and this **drops to -20 degrees in November** and **possibly even -30 degrees celsius for our trips from December to March.** * All guides speak English for all the activities. **✈️How to get to Rovaniemi?** * Rovaniemi can easily be reached from a lot of the European cities. * For those travelling from Europe and looking to avoid flights, there is an option of a mix of train. You will be travelling on the the famous Santa express from Helsinki to Rovaniemi. Reach out to us if you wish to use this option and we can organize this for you combined with a few days excursion. * **Need Assistance:** Please reach out directly for customized Flight or Train inclusive offers from anywhere in Europe by WhatsApp on +49 152 2150 6123 or +49 151 2486 7229. **WHAT IS THE DETAILED PLAN?** **Day 1 - Meet & Great + Northern Lights (Aurora Borealis) hunting** Travel to Rovaniemi from your respective homes and meet the guide at the airport or at the accommodation (based on your arrival time), and then we are off on our first night of Northern lights hunting. **Day 2 - Santa Village + Discover Rovaniemi + Northern lights hunting** Post breakfast, we head to Santa village to meet Santa and also cross over to the Arctic circle. Once we are done, we are off to explore Rovaniemi and surroundings followed by dinner and then we are off Northern lights hunting. **Day 3 - Roadtrip Finnish Lapland + Northern lights hunting** Post checkout, we drive from Rovaniemi to Karigasniemi one of Northern Europe’s most iconic Arctic road trips, covering roughly 450 km (280 miles) of shifting boreal forests, open fells, and Sámi heartland. **Day 4 - Roadtrip to Northcape + Northern Lights hunting** Post breakfast, we are off on a road trip to North cape. During the road trip we would be making a few stops along the way to see some of the cute fishing villages. At the north cape, we checkout the museum and the amazing views offered from the visitor centre. On the way back, we stop for dinner in a town along the way and then post dinner we are off Northern hunting on the way back to Finland. **Day 5 - Roadtrip to Rovaniemi + Northern lights hunting** Journeying along Finland’s western corridor shifts the landscape from open frontier tundra into vast taiga forests and alpine fell country. Experience the transition from raw, open Arctic tundra near the Norwegian border into the tall pine forests and round-topped fells (tunturi) of western Lapland. The stretch passing through Pokka offers some of the quietest driving in Europe, giving you a sense of solitude surrounded by untouched wilderness. **Day 6 - Goodbye & See you in a future trip** Check out of the accommodation and head to the airport and say our goodbyes before heading back to our respective homes. Note: If you have an earlier flight, we can drop you off before to the airport as well. **FOR FUTURE TRIP UPDATES** Please do join our WhatsApp / Telegram channel for updates about our future trips including possible early bird discounts, contests etc. 1. [WhatsApp Channel](https://go.unt.global/travelgroup) 2. [Telegram Channel](https://t.me/urbanaturetravel)
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