Join me in a unique itinerary in the fantastic land of chili peppers, made of genuine hospitality, bucolic atmospheres and delicious wine & food tastings, to the beat of the epic “tarantella” traditional dance.
Start Date
May, 24 2021
Duration
12 Days
Group Size
Maximum 12
Guided
By Angelina
Calabria is an undiscovered treasure trove of history and culture: a place which only offers up its secrets of time and history to the intrepid traveller determined to scratch beneath the surface. This wealth of history and tradition is mirrored in the magnificent curves and bends of the extraordinary landscape.
Exhibiting many of the same qualities as the places where history began, Calabria epitomises the cross roads of influences between East and West, which in turn gave birth to an artistic and cultural heritage of great charm and inspiration. It is a land adored by the sun and embraced by two seas, right in the heart of the Mediterranean.
It is a land both mythical and beautiful, inhabited by people of extrordinary generosity who will make you feel instantly at home. Calabria is truly not just a place to be visited, but a place to be lived.
This itinerary is designed to showcase the contrasting landscape of Calabria, and includes spending meaningful time with local people who have an intimate relationship with their land. Thus, this tour give you the opportunity to immerse yourself in the unique tastes and flavours of an unspoiled and breathtaking region of Italy.
✔ Eleven nights accommodation in a XVI century Castle, boutique hotels and boutique agriturismi
✔ Private driver transfers from Lamezia Int. Airport and to Reggio Calabria Int. Airport (transfers will be a full optionals minibus for groups)
✔ Visit to Altomonte, the jewel of the Pollino National Park with visit to the traditional local pottery with Maestro Maurizio Russo
✔ Morano Calabro discovering an old Dominican monastery and visit to Master Liutist Gino’s Laboratory
✔ Civita, the heart of Community of the Calabrian Arbereshe
✔ Papasidero, for a jump back to prehistorical times
✔ Cosenza, with a special tour discovering the historical downtown
✔ Piano Ruggio with the trekking in the Pollino National Park and rafting excursion at Lao River’s canyon
✔ San Nicola Arcella and Praia a Mare, sea tour with the famous Dino’s Island
✔ Orsomarso a charming village discovering the Chilli Pepper House
✔ Scalea, and its special cooking class in historical location
✔ Tropea, the Pearl of Calabria, visiting the Sanctuary of Santa Maria dell’Isola, one of the most beautiful sights in Italy
✔ Pizzo Calabro, discovering the Murat Castle and the romantic Church of Piedigrotta
✔ Stromboli Island and Vulcano Island Lipari with its colourful Salina
✔ Zungri discovering the secrets of traditional calabrian bread-making
✔ Scilla with the visit to Ruffo Castle Chianalea fishing village with its charming little alleyways Gerace with its stunning panoramas
✔ Reggio Calabria and its famous Museum with the stunning Bronzi di Riace Pentedattilo, fashinating hamlet known as the Ghost Village of Calabria overlooking the Aspromonte National Park
✔ Bova, a corner of paradise with its historical paths and traditions
✔ Cooking class with famous typical regional products
✔ Extra virgin olive Oil tasting&tour in local olive mill
✔ Entrance to sites as per itinerary
✔ Daily gourmet breakfast, Welcome Aperitif and Arrivederci Aperitif, eleven lunches and eleven dinners (with Welcome and Farewell Dinners) and beverages included during the meals (1/2 lt of wine per person)
✔ English-speaking Staff, Food&Wine Expert Guide and concierge services
✖ Travel Insurance
✖ Airfare
✖ Lunch and dinner during the free time as well as extra beverage and food
✖ Tips and personal expenses
✖ Everything not mentioned in the package.
We suggest you to bring with you:
• A pair of walking/comfortable shoes
• A cardigan for the evening
• A rain jacket
• Sunscreen and hat