Kingdom of the Sun: Undiscovered Calabria & Basilicata || Highlights include Maratea and the mountain-top redeemer, Praia a Mare and the Madonna Della Grotta, Diamante the city of murals. Cooking, food and wine and highlights with chef Michelangelo
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Tour Code: TUR-00248
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Type: Private
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Duration: 8 days -
Departs from: Praia a Mare
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Meeting Place: Praia a Mare Rail Station
Overview
Join us for an incredible 8-day package in undiscovered Calabria! We offer a unique experience in Italy's deep south from our base in Tortora, on the border between the regions of Calabria and Basilicata.
If you are looking to get away from the hustle and bustle of city life and enjoy sun, sea, and genuine Italian culture, then this is the perfect tour for you. Daily excursions will take us to some of Calabria's most beautiful seaside towns, including Praia a Mare, Scalea, Diamante, and Tropea. You'll get to experience gorgeous seas and beautiful islands in a place where time almost seems to stand still. Slow down and embrace the southern hospitality while drinking in the beauty around you.
During this 8-night tour, guests will get to experience tantalizing wineries, enjoy a cooking course, and visit several museums that contain artifacts from Greater Greece. Calabria and Basilicata are two of Southern Italy's least well-known or understood regions, making this package the perfect opportunity to get familiar with local customs and traditions and meet with the locals. It truly is a gem!
Itinerary
Where we Visit : Tortora, Tortora, | Meeting Location : Praia a Mare Rail Station
Today you will arrive by train to the town of Praia a Mare. We will help you to get to Praia a Mare and send you detailed arrival instructions.
Upon arrival at the train station we will meet you and transfer you to the Italy Education & Retreat Center where you will have a chance to unwind pool-side, enjoy a welcome cocktail and relax poolside.
Welcome dinner at the hotel. Overnight at the hotel.
Where we Visit : Praia a Mare,
At 11:00 AM we begin the day's cooking instruction with chef Michelangelo born and raised in this area, his famiy has been producing many of the local ingredients served up in today's course yet found in all the local markets all over the world.
We will cook together from 11 until 1 PM... those who wish to participate can and those who do not want to join, simply enjoy a totally sublime experience pool-side, second to none in Italy.
Lunch in hotel.
Relax time.
Dinner at leisure in town or in hotel at desire.
Where we Visit : Tortora, Aieta,
Where we Visit : Maratea,
Where we Visit : Calabria,
Diamante and Scalea are two towns along the Cedri Riviera which are absolutely beautiful. Diamante is known as the city of murals and is colourful testament to creativity in Calabria and well worth a visit. It is also home to the ruins at Cirella which were a part of the Magna Grecia legacy i.e. the expansion of Greater Greece.
Scalea has a beautful historic town and offers great beaches, wonderful cafe's and great shopping.
Tonight we will dine in Scalea and then return to Tortora for overnight at Italy Education & Retreat Center
Where we Visit : Altomonte,
This morning we will depart through the Lago Negro valley for the beautiful town of Altomonte which offers spectacular views over the Calabrian countryside.
Altomonte is home to a beautiful castle and a fantastic museum as well as the Hotel Barbieri which is known throughout Calabria for its culinary delights. Here, we will have lunch and enjoy a tour of Altomonte and experience the local traditions of the town.
Where we Visit : Tortora, Praia a Mare,
This morning will be a leisurely time to enjoy the pool at the hotel and take a walk through the organic farm land which surrounds hotel La Loggia.
At noon we will begin to prepare a typical Calabrese style lunch with an expert English-speaking chef who knows the local cooking traditions.
After a delicious lunch there will be an opportunity for those interested to return to Praia a Mare to enjoy the beaches, shopping and/or a nice walk along the Lungo Mare (Sea-Wall).
Dinner at Leisure either in Praia a Mare or at the hotel.
Return to Tortora in the late evening.
Overnight at Italy Education & Retreat Center
Where we Visit : Praia a Mare,
This morning our services will conclude in Praia a Mare where will transfer you back to the train station. We will help you to organize your train travel today to either Lamezia, Naples, Rome and so forth. The trains in Italy are easy to use and we will be happy to help you in any way that we can with this portion of your journey when you register for this tour. We can also assist you and your traveling companions with any other portion of your journey in Italy.
Inclusions/Exclusions
Tour Highlights and What's Included
4 star hotels in great locations- Air-conditioned coach
- All entrance fees to sites and museums
- Breakfast and dinner daily
- Complementary Bottle of Wine
- Cooking class
- Daily Buffet Breakfast
- Detailed explanation of sites
- Dinners where indicated with wine included
- English speaking professional tour guide
- Meals as indicated in the itinerary
- Road Tolls
- Service Charges and Taxes
- Sightseeing tours as indicated in the itinerary
- Transportation in luxury vehicle
What's Not Included
Food and beverages not mentioned in the program- Gratuities of any type
- International fights
- Optional excursions during your tour
- Personal Expenses or Extras at hotels
- Travel Insurance
Pricing & Availability
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Starting From : EUR 3600
(Pricing is per person based on 2 pax traveling)
Note : Price also Depends on Point of Departure & Number of Participants. Get in touch with us today to get an accurate quote!
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