Day-by-Day Fun
Day 1: Welcome to the Alps!
Pull into Arra Dolomiti, where mountains tower over your chalet-style hotel. Check into your family room—wooden beams, bunk beds for kids, and a balcony with crazy-good views. At 4 p.m., it’s welcome time: juice and biscotti for kids, wine for parents, plus some silly games to get everyone laughing. Dinner’s a big Italian family spread—think lasagna, fresh salad, and gelato that’ll have kids begging for seconds. Bedtime’s early for tomorrow’s fun.
Day 2: Hike & Treasure Hunt
After a breakfast buffet (bread, jams, cereal for picky eaters), head out for a 1.5-hour kid-friendly hike in Val Gardena (2.5 km, super easy). Guides point out wildflowers and animal tracks. Then, it’s time for a 1-hour alpine treasure hunt—kids follow clues to find hidden “gems” in the forest. Lunch is on your own—grab a pizza in Ortisei. Afternoon’s free—hit the hotel’s play area or nap. Dinner’s at the hotel: meatballs, polenta, and tiramisu. Kids’ll be buzzing.
Day 3: Pasta-Making Party
Post-breakfast, roll up your sleeves for a 1.5-hour pasta-making class. Kids knead dough and shape tagliatelle with a local chef—messy and fun! Eat your creations for lunch, paired with homemade sauce. Afternoon’s yours—explore Ortisei’s shops or chill by the fireplace. Dinner’s another group feast: roasted pork, grilled veggies, and panna cotta. The kids might try stealing your dessert, heads-up.
Day 4: Second Hike & Free Time
Fuel up with breakfast, then set off on another 2-hour hike to Vallunga (3 km, gentle slopes). Kids love spotting marmots, and guides share cool mountain stories. Back by lunch (try a cafe in Santa Cristina), then spend the afternoon however you want—play, swim in a nearby pool (extra cost), or relax. Dinner’s on you tonight; we’ll suggest family-friendly spots like Tubladel for canederli dumplings. Pro tip: their apple juice is kid-approved.
Day 5: More Pasta & Farewell Bash
One more breakfast, then a second pasta-making class—this time, kids try ravioli stuffed with ricotta. Lunch is your handiwork, and it’s delish. Afternoon’s free—swap stories with other families or wander the village. The final dinner’s a blast: an Italian barbecue with sausages, focaccia, and a chocolate fountain for dipping fruit. Live music gets everyone dancing, even shy kids.
Day 6: Ciao for Now
Grab a last breakfast—extra strudel, anyone?—and check out by 11 a.m. Stick around the hotel’s lounge if your train’s later. Kids’ll be begging to stay, trust me.
Why It’s a Hit
This retreat’s perfect for families with kids 6+ who love a bit of action and creativity. Hikes are short and sweet, treasure hunts spark adventure, and pasta-making’s a messy blast for all ages. Arra Dolomiti’s warm and welcoming—15 rooms, a kid-friendly vibe, and staff who know every kid’s name by day two. Dinners are hearty, with options for fussy eaters, and the small group keeps things cozy. Parents get downtime while kids stay busy—it’s a win-win in the Dolomites.
