Calabria and Campania Food Odyssey

Day 1

ARRIVAL IN NAPLES, ORIENTATION WALKING TOUR OF NAPLES CITY CENTRE

Welcome to Naples! Check in at the elegant Hotel San Francesco al Monte, a restored 16th-century monastery. Explore the city’s landmarks on a guided walking tour, then uncover hidden history in the Borbonic Gallery. Conclude your first day with authentic Neapolitan flavours at the renowned Ristorante Umberto. (D)

Day 2

VISIT TO THE PALACE OF CAPODIMONTE, WINE TASTING AT THE FOOT OF VESUVIUS AND VISIT A ROMAN VILLA

Visit the Royal Palace of Capodimonte, home to the Farnese Collection and birthplace of Pizza Margherita. Enjoy wine tasting and local dishes at a vineyard on Mount Vesuvius, explore Oplontis Villa’s frescoes and gardens, then return to Naples for dinner featuring authentic Neapolitan cuisine. (BLD)

Day 3

VISIT THE ISLAND OF PROCIDA AND PIZZA MAKING LESSON IN NAPLES

Discover Procida, the Bay of Naples’ quiet island, with a castle walk and views of Marina di Corricella before a seaside lunch. Back in Naples, enjoy a hands-on pizza class with Anna and Pino, learning traditional recipes and ending with sweet pizza and homemade limoncello. (BLD)

Day 4

VISIT THE FLEGREAN FIELDS ON THE WESTERN COASTLINE OF THE BAY OF NAPLES. THE ARCHEOLOGICAL PARK OF PAUSILYPON, POZZUOLI AND THE UNDERWATER ARCHEOLOGICAL PARK OF BAIE

Explore the volcanic Flegrean Fields, beginning with Posillipo’s Grotta di Seiano and villa views of the Gaiola coast. Visit Pozzuoli’s ancient sites, enjoy a seafood lunch, and tour Baia’s Submarine Archaeological Park by glass-bottom boat. Conclude the day with dinner at Pizzeria Brandi, birthplace of Pizza Margherita. (BLD)

Day 5

VISIT CASERTA ROYAL PALACE, BENEVENTO, TASTE FALANGHINA AT MUSTILLI WINERY

Visit Caserta’s grand Royal Palace, a Baroque masterpiece with vast gardens. Explore Benevento’s Roman theatre, forum, and medieval fortress before lunch and a guided city tour. Conclude with a winery visit in Sant’Agata De’ Goti, tasting Falanghina wines with local bruschetta, olive oil, and regional charm. (BLD)

Day 6

VISIT DIAMANTE AND SETTLE INTO FARMHOUSE ACCOMMODATION IN ROSSANO

Travel from Naples to Calabria, stopping in Diamante to admire colourful murals and sample its famous peperoncini. Continue to Rossano Calabro and check into a restored 18th-century residence amid olive groves and sea views. Conclude the day with a modern Calabrian dinner at Umami concept food & drinks. (BLD)

Day 7

VISIT CORIGLIANO CALABRO, TAKE PART IN A COOKING LESSON AMONG THE OLIVE TREES & LIQUORICE MUSEUM

Visit Corigliano Calabro’s restored Ducal Castle, exploring its noble halls and frescoed towers. Enjoy a hands-on cooking class at a farmhouse amid olive groves, preparing traditional Calabrian dishes. Stop at the historic Amarelli Liquorice Museum for tastings before returning to Rossano for dinner at a traditional slow food osteria. (BLD)

Day 8

VISIT CAPO COLONNA, LA CASTELLA, A SPECIAL LUNCH AT MAX ENOTECA

Discover Capo Colonna Archaeological Park, with its ancient sanctuary of Hera and sweeping coastal views. Visit the historic Castello Aragonese, then enjoy a heritage-inspired lunch at Max Trattoria Enoteca. Conclude with a seaside winery tasting in Cirò Marina before returning to the hotel for a light dinner. (BLD)

Day 9

VISIT MuSaBa MUSEUM PARK, THE VILLAGE OF STILO & THE ARCHEOLOGICAL PARK OF SCOLACIUM

Travel from the Ionian coast to Tropea, stopping at MuSaBa art park, where ancient ruins meet contemporary mosaics. Explore Stilo’s Byzantine Cattolica and churches, then visit Scolacium’s Roman and Norman ruins. End the day in Tropea, enjoying sunset drinks on your hotel terrace overlooking the Tyrrhenian Sea. (BLD)

Day 10

BOAT TOUR OF CAPO VATICAN, TASTE ‘NDUJA IN SPILINGA, DISCOVER SCILLA

Cruise Calabria’s Costa degli Dei, discovering caves, lagoons, and hidden beaches, with time for swimming, snorkelling, and an onboard aperitif. Inland, visit Spilinga to taste artisanal ‘nduja, then explore Scilla, famed for its colourful waterfront and ancient Castello Ruffo. End the day in Tropea with sunset drinks and a regional dinner overlooking the Tyrrhenian Sea. (BLD)

Day 11

VISIT PENTEDATTILO, A SLOW FOOD LUNCH, REGGIO CALABRIA’S MUSEUM AND OLD TOWN

Visit Reggio Calabria’s Archaeological Museum, home to the famed Riace Bronzes, masterpieces of ancient Magna Grecia. After lunch, explore the haunting hill town of Pentedattilo, steeped in legend and tragedy beneath dramatic rock formations. Conclude the journey in Tropea, enjoying a memorable farewell dinner celebrating Calabrian flavours and traditions. (BLD)

Day 12

TRANSFER TO PISCIOTTA, LUNCH AT CASTELLO DI SERRAGIUMENTA

Travel north along the Cilento coast, stopping at Castello di Serragiumenta for a gourmet lunch at La Voliera, showcasing Calabrian flavours and wines. Continue to Pisciotta, where a converted monastery hotel offers sea views and historic charm. End the day with sunset aperitivo and dinner in the medieval village. (BLD)

Day 13

TASTE FRESH MOZZARELLA VANNULLO, VISIT PAESTUM, SCENIC COASTAL DRIVE

Visit Tenuta Vannulo, a pioneering organic buffalo farm, to taste fresh mozzarella and enjoy a farm-to-table lunch. Continue to Paestum to explore its remarkably preserved Greek temples—Hera, Athena, and more—before returning along a scenic coastal route, passing charming villages that showcase the timeless beauty of southern Italy. (BLD)

Day 14

VISIT POTTERY FACTORY IN VIETRI SUL MARE, THE TOWN OF RAVELLO

Journey from Cilento to Cetara on the Amalfi Coast, stopping in Vietri Sul Mare to tour the historic Solimene pottery factory, then explore Ravello’s villas and sweeping views. After lunch at Salvatore 1958, arrive in Cetara to check into a seaside hotel with panoramic coastal vistas and private beach. (BLD)

Day 15

DISCOVER MAIORI AND AMALFI AND TASTE FRESH PASTA IN GRAGNANO

Stroll Maiori’s waterfront and gardens, then explore Amalfi’s alleys, cathedral, and cloister. Continue to Gragnano, famed “city of pasta,” for a hands-on experience and lunch. In Massa Lubrense, learn to craft limoncello, tour fragrant groves, and enjoy tastings before returning to Cetara for sundowners and a traditional coastal dinner. (BLD)

Day 16

COOKING CLASS IN AGEROLA AND WINE TASTING BEFORE THE FINAL DINNER

In Agerola, enjoy a farmhouse cooking class with Ferdinando, creating tiramisù and fresh pasta paired with organic wine. Spend the afternoon relaxing in Cetara, then visit a nearby winery for a private tasting and homemade dishes. End the day with a memorable final dinner on the Amalfi Coast. (BLD)

Day 17

DEPARTURE TRANSFER TO NAPLES AIRPORT

Today we say goodbye to the wonderful Amalfi coast, a transfer to the airport is set for mid-morning. If you depart at a different time or wish to extend your stay in this beautiful corner of the world, let us know. Until we meet again, “Arrivederci”. (B)

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22 September - 08 October 2026

Campania & Calabria: Italy’s Best-Kept Culinary Secrets

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