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September 14-23, 2017
Piemonte - the land of truffles and wine - Barolo, Barbaresco, Nebbiolo, Asti and more. On this ten day tour we spend two nights in Torino (Turin) with its glorious napoleonic architecture, signature chocolate and outstanding shopping. Home of the Winter Olympics in 2006, it is Italy's third largest city. Then we take up residence in a 12th century castle for a week and explore my hidden gems - Madonna della Neve, Alba (Home of the Alba Truffle Festival) Mondovi and the Barolo region - La Morra, Barolo, Serralunga and more where we taste exquisite wines. We go Truffle hunting one day and cook that evening with our bounty! We take in Santuario Di Vicoforte, a marvellous cathedral with the largest unsupported dome in the world. We take a hike one afternoon through the Langhe Hills. We visit The Slow Food University and enjoy rare wines at the Banca Del Vino. We make a day exploring cheeses of the region visiting Bubbio and Roccoverano for its DOC Robbiaolo. And of course we cook with the products of the region each evening back at our stately digs. Maximum 8 people (10 days/9 nights pp/do CDN$5195) * subject to currency fluctuation |
VERONA TO VENICE - THE VENETO
April 9-18, 2018
Wine is the motivator for our visit to Verona and the Valpolicella region. We kick off our 10 days in the northeast of Italy visiting VINITALY, the world's largest wine show , where we navigate the more than 10,000 wines for tasting with an expert guide.
We spend three days in the Verona region, visiting Amarone vineyards, the drop dead gorgeous town of Sirmione, and cooking back at our Villa in the evenings.
Then its off into the Veneto hills where we visit Aqua Petrarcha, according to the "Orange Guide", one of the most beautiful villages in all of Italy, and sample their jujube liqueur. Two more nights in the region near Conigliano where we sample stupendous Proseccos and seafood.
Finally we spend three nights in glorious Venice, visiting the major sites, some hidden gems we have discovered on our trips there and some outstanding restaurants.
Fly into Verona and out of Venice
Max 8 people (10 days $5595 ppdo) Currency fluctuations need to be taken into account before final dispensation
Wine is the motivator for our visit to Verona and the Valpolicella region. We kick off our 10 days in the northeast of Italy visiting VINITALY, the world's largest wine show , where we navigate the more than 10,000 wines for tasting with an expert guide.
We spend three days in the Verona region, visiting Amarone vineyards, the drop dead gorgeous town of Sirmione, and cooking back at our Villa in the evenings.
Then its off into the Veneto hills where we visit Aqua Petrarcha, according to the "Orange Guide", one of the most beautiful villages in all of Italy, and sample their jujube liqueur. Two more nights in the region near Conigliano where we sample stupendous Proseccos and seafood.
Finally we spend three nights in glorious Venice, visiting the major sites, some hidden gems we have discovered on our trips there and some outstanding restaurants.
Fly into Verona and out of Venice
Max 8 people (10 days $5595 ppdo) Currency fluctuations need to be taken into account before final dispensation
PUGLIA and southern italy - Truly Trulli
September 15-24, 2018
Truly Trulli beautiful
Back to my favourite region of Italy. 10 days of exploring this vast and beautiful region. Fly into Bari, where I will pick you up the airport and whisk you to Villa Cappelli near Terlizzi, our home base while we explore the "Stiletto heel of Italy's Boot" Our hosts at Villa Cappelli, Paul and Stephen are among the most amazingly generous and fun people I have ever met.
We shop for pristine fresh seafood in Bisceglie and cook it back at the villa; visit great wineries like Tormaresca and sample the regions varietals: Primitivo, Aglianico, Nero D'avola; unsurpassed dining with Italy's best olive oil, cacciacavallo cheese, fresh mozzarella, and a luscious and healthy balance of grains, seafood and hand harvested food. Explore Matera, Alberobello, world UNESCO site Castel Del Monte and more. Then south to the Salento for three days: Lecce - the Florence of the south, Gallipoli and Porto di Selvaggio for unsurpassed swimming in the Ionian Sea, and a graffiti art tour of Grottaglie - traversing this delightful area while we stay at an exclusive luxury masseria at Castello Monaci. (Fly in and out of Bari, Puglia)
Maximum 8 people (10 days, $4995) * Currency fluctuations need to be taken into account before final dispensation
Truly Trulli beautiful
Back to my favourite region of Italy. 10 days of exploring this vast and beautiful region. Fly into Bari, where I will pick you up the airport and whisk you to Villa Cappelli near Terlizzi, our home base while we explore the "Stiletto heel of Italy's Boot" Our hosts at Villa Cappelli, Paul and Stephen are among the most amazingly generous and fun people I have ever met.
We shop for pristine fresh seafood in Bisceglie and cook it back at the villa; visit great wineries like Tormaresca and sample the regions varietals: Primitivo, Aglianico, Nero D'avola; unsurpassed dining with Italy's best olive oil, cacciacavallo cheese, fresh mozzarella, and a luscious and healthy balance of grains, seafood and hand harvested food. Explore Matera, Alberobello, world UNESCO site Castel Del Monte and more. Then south to the Salento for three days: Lecce - the Florence of the south, Gallipoli and Porto di Selvaggio for unsurpassed swimming in the Ionian Sea, and a graffiti art tour of Grottaglie - traversing this delightful area while we stay at an exclusive luxury masseria at Castello Monaci. (Fly in and out of Bari, Puglia)
Maximum 8 people (10 days, $4995) * Currency fluctuations need to be taken into account before final dispensation
We are also exploring the possibility of adding a Chile itinerary in 2018. Stay tuned!
Private group visits (on your schedule and your destination) can also be arrange upon request.
Private group visits (on your schedule and your destination) can also be arrange upon request.
