116 Cooking & food vacations found
Umbria cooking vacation, Italy
italian cooking in a farmhouse between Umbria and Tuscany
From 1,440 to 1,650 7 days ex flights
Small group travel:
2019: 29 Dec
2020: 2 May, 9 May, 16 May, 22 May, 4 Jun, 13 Jun, 24 Jun, 4 Jul, 14 Jul, 28 Jul, 9 Aug, 17 Aug, 3 Sep, 12 Sep, 25 Sep, 3 Oct, 13 Oct
2020: 2 May, 9 May, 16 May, 22 May, 4 Jun, 13 Jun, 24 Jun, 4 Jul, 14 Jul, 28 Jul, 9 Aug, 17 Aug, 3 Sep, 12 Sep, 25 Sep, 3 Oct, 13 Oct
join our cooking holiday starting dec 29. come to Umbria to learn the authentic cuisine with a real chef. Learn some great recipes and taste excellent local food paired with wine. Easy to reach, difficult to leave
Malaysia food and culture holiday
Discover many of Malaysia's culinary highlights
From £2,805 16 days inc UK flights
Tailor made:
This trip can be tailor made throughout the year to suit your requirements
Italian cooking vacation, small group
Immersive gastronomy & cooking trips in undiscovered Tuscany
From £1,450 7 days ex flights
Small group travel:
2020: 24 May, 28 Jun, 13 Jul, 28 Aug, 9 Sep, 21 Sep
Sri Lanka small group tour, a food adventure
A delicious adventure through this provocative country.
From US $2,080US $1,568 to US $2,535 12 days ex flights
Small group travel:
2019: 19 Nov, 3 Dec, 10 Dec, 17 Dec, 24 Dec, 27 Dec
2020: 3 Jan, 7 Jan, 21 Jan, 24 Jan, 7 Feb, 11 Feb, 14 Feb, 21 Feb, 25 Feb, 6 Mar, 10 Mar, 13 Mar, 24 Mar, 3 Apr, 7 Apr, 14 Apr, 21 Apr, 5 May, 22 May, 2 Jun, 12 Jun, 16 Jun, 3 Jul, 7 Jul, 10 Jul, 21 Jul, 24 Jul, 4 Aug, 11 Aug, 14 Aug, 21 Aug, 25 Aug, 4 Sep, 11 Sep, 15 Sep, 18 Sep, 25 Sep, 2 Oct, 9 Oct, 16 Oct, 27 Oct, 3 Nov, 17 Nov, 20 Nov, 27 Nov, 1 Dec, 4 Dec, 8 Dec ...
2020: 3 Jan, 7 Jan, 21 Jan, 24 Jan, 7 Feb, 11 Feb, 14 Feb, 21 Feb, 25 Feb, 6 Mar, 10 Mar, 13 Mar, 24 Mar, 3 Apr, 7 Apr, 14 Apr, 21 Apr, 5 May, 22 May, 2 Jun, 12 Jun, 16 Jun, 3 Jul, 7 Jul, 10 Jul, 21 Jul, 24 Jul, 4 Aug, 11 Aug, 14 Aug, 21 Aug, 25 Aug, 4 Sep, 11 Sep, 15 Sep, 18 Sep, 25 Sep, 2 Oct, 9 Oct, 16 Oct, 27 Oct, 3 Nov, 17 Nov, 20 Nov, 27 Nov, 1 Dec, 4 Dec, 8 Dec ...
Up to US $690 off selected dates.
Late availability on these dates: 19 Nov, 03 Dec, 10 Dec, 17 Dec, 24 Dec, 27 Dec, 03 Jan, 07 Jan, 21 Jan, 24 Jan, 07 Feb, 11 Feb, 14 Feb
Late availability on these dates: 19 Nov, 03 Dec, 10 Dec, 17 Dec, 24 Dec, 27 Dec, 03 Jan, 07 Jan, 21 Jan, 24 Jan, 07 Feb, 11 Feb, 14 Feb
Travel Team
If you would like some help or advice, or just want to discuss your ideas for your next trip, do give us a call.
India small group vacation, a food adventure
2 week discovery of the sights, sounds & flavours of India.
From US $2,295US $2,004 to US $2,860 15 days ex flights
Small group travel:
2019: 29 Nov, 6 Dec, 20 Dec, 24 Dec, 27 Dec
2020: 3 Jan, 17 Jan, 31 Jan, 7 Feb, 14 Feb, 21 Feb, 28 Feb, 6 Mar, 13 Mar, 20 Mar, 3 Apr, 10 Apr, 4 Sep, 11 Sep, 18 Sep, 25 Sep, 2 Oct, 6 Oct, 9 Oct, 16 Oct, 20 Oct, 23 Oct, 30 Oct, 3 Nov, 6 Nov, 13 Nov, 17 Nov, 20 Nov, 27 Nov, 4 Dec, 8 Dec, 11 Dec, 18 Dec, 22 Dec, 25 Dec
2021: 8 Jan, 15 Jan, 22 Jan, 29 Jan, 5 Feb, 12 Feb, 19 Feb, 26 Feb, 5 Mar, 19 Mar, 26 Mar, 2 Apr ...
2020: 3 Jan, 17 Jan, 31 Jan, 7 Feb, 14 Feb, 21 Feb, 28 Feb, 6 Mar, 13 Mar, 20 Mar, 3 Apr, 10 Apr, 4 Sep, 11 Sep, 18 Sep, 25 Sep, 2 Oct, 6 Oct, 9 Oct, 16 Oct, 20 Oct, 23 Oct, 30 Oct, 3 Nov, 6 Nov, 13 Nov, 17 Nov, 20 Nov, 27 Nov, 4 Dec, 8 Dec, 11 Dec, 18 Dec, 22 Dec, 25 Dec
2021: 8 Jan, 15 Jan, 22 Jan, 29 Jan, 5 Feb, 12 Feb, 19 Feb, 26 Feb, 5 Mar, 19 Mar, 26 Mar, 2 Apr ...
Up to US $500 off selected dates.
Late availability on these dates: 29 Nov, 06 Dec, 20 Dec, 24 Dec, 27 Dec, 03 Jan, 17 Jan, 31 Jan, 07 Feb, 14 Feb
Late availability on these dates: 29 Nov, 06 Dec, 20 Dec, 24 Dec, 27 Dec, 03 Jan, 17 Jan, 31 Jan, 07 Feb, 14 Feb
Mexico small group vacation, a food adventure
Get an authentic taste of Mexico on this 8 day tour
From US $1,545 to US $1,850US $1,800 9 days ex flights
Small group travel:
2019: 23 Nov, 21 Dec
2020: 11 Jan, 15 Feb, 7 Mar, 21 Mar, 11 Apr, 25 Apr, 23 May, 27 Jun, 18 Jul, 8 Aug, 5 Sep, 19 Sep, 3 Oct, 17 Oct, 7 Nov, 21 Nov, 5 Dec, 12 Dec
2020: 11 Jan, 15 Feb, 7 Mar, 21 Mar, 11 Apr, 25 Apr, 23 May, 27 Jun, 18 Jul, 8 Aug, 5 Sep, 19 Sep, 3 Oct, 17 Oct, 7 Nov, 21 Nov, 5 Dec, 12 Dec
Up to US $270 off selected dates.
Late availability on these dates: 23 Nov, 21 Dec, 11 Jan, 15 Feb
Late availability on these dates: 23 Nov, 21 Dec, 11 Jan, 15 Feb
French Riviera vacation, walking, culture & cooking option
Experience real French culture while relaxing mindfully...
From 450 to 1,080 4 days ex flights
Tailor made:
This trip runs every week (April- Nov) with a set itinerary but the length of stay & arrival date can be adjusted to your needs
Helsinki city break, winter sports & gastronomy
Helsinki with an overnight tour in the countryside tailomade
From 634 to 800 3 days ex flights
Tailor made:
This trip departs on a Friday
Cooking and walking vacation, Spanish Pyrenees
A gastronomical experience in the Spanish Pyrenees
From 1,395 8 days ex flights
Small group travel:
2020: 3 May, 5 Jul, 20 Sep, 4 Oct
Vietnam small group vacation, a food adventure
Exotic 2 week culinary and cultural tour of Vietnam.
From US $1,920US $1,886 to US $2,200 12 days ex flights
Small group travel:
2019: 24 Nov, 1 Dec, 15 Dec
2020: 26 Jan, 23 Feb, 1 Mar, 8 Mar, 15 Mar, 5 Apr, 12 Apr, 19 Apr, 10 May, 24 May, 31 May, 7 Jun, 14 Jun, 5 Jul, 26 Jul, 9 Aug, 23 Aug, 6 Sep, 20 Sep, 4 Oct, 18 Oct, 25 Oct, 1 Nov, 15 Nov, 22 Nov, 29 Nov, 6 Dec, 13 Dec, 20 Dec, 27 Dec
2020: 26 Jan, 23 Feb, 1 Mar, 8 Mar, 15 Mar, 5 Apr, 12 Apr, 19 Apr, 10 May, 24 May, 31 May, 7 Jun, 14 Jun, 5 Jul, 26 Jul, 9 Aug, 23 Aug, 6 Sep, 20 Sep, 4 Oct, 18 Oct, 25 Oct, 1 Nov, 15 Nov, 22 Nov, 29 Nov, 6 Dec, 13 Dec, 20 Dec, 27 Dec
Up to US $200 off selected dates.
Late availability on these dates: 24 Nov, 01 Dec, 15 Dec, 26 Jan
Late availability on these dates: 24 Nov, 01 Dec, 15 Dec, 26 Jan
Cambodia small group tour, a food adventure
Discover Cambodia's unique, ancient and exotic food culture
From US $1,300 to US $1,450 9 days ex flights
Small group travel:
2019: 5 Dec, 26 Dec
2020: 13 Feb, 19 Mar, 16 Apr, 7 May, 4 Jun, 2 Jul, 6 Aug, 17 Sep, 1 Oct, 29 Oct, 12 Nov, 26 Nov, 3 Dec, 10 Dec, 24 Dec
2021: 21 Jan, 18 Feb, 18 Mar, 1 Apr, 8 Apr, 13 May, 24 Jun, 22 Jul, 19 Aug, 16 Sep, 14 Oct, 28 Oct, 11 Nov, 25 Nov, 9 Dec, 23 Dec, 30 Dec
2020: 13 Feb, 19 Mar, 16 Apr, 7 May, 4 Jun, 2 Jul, 6 Aug, 17 Sep, 1 Oct, 29 Oct, 12 Nov, 26 Nov, 3 Dec, 10 Dec, 24 Dec
2021: 21 Jan, 18 Feb, 18 Mar, 1 Apr, 8 Apr, 13 May, 24 Jun, 22 Jul, 19 Aug, 16 Sep, 14 Oct, 28 Oct, 11 Nov, 25 Nov, 9 Dec, 23 Dec, 30 Dec
Late availability on these dates: 05 Dec, 26 Dec, 13 Feb
Short break pasta making & Italian food vacation, Tuscany
A Tuscan food adventure, learn to make pasta
From £750 4 days ex flights
Small group travel:
2020: 15 Apr, 26 Apr, 2 May, 14 Jun, 20 Jun, 19 Aug, 7 Oct, 15 Oct
Sicily small ship cruise, food & culture
Experience the flavours, landscapes and history of Sicily
From £2,249 8 days ex flights
Small group travel
Japan gastronomic vacation
A foodies' dream: a culinary journey across Japan.
From US $3,838 14 days ex flights
Tailor made:
This trip can be tailor made throughout the year to suit your requirements
Travel Team
If you would like some help or advice, or just want to discuss your ideas for your next trip, do give us a call.
Mongolia tour, food of the Nomads
Local Mongolia with homestays & family led cookery lessons
From US $1,800 to US $2,955 14 days ex flights
Tailor made:
This trip can be tailor made throughout the year to suit your requirements
French Riviera vacation food, walking & culture
Experience real French culture while relaxing mindfully...
From 450 to 1,080 7 days ex flights
Tailor made:
This trip runs every week (April- Nov) with a set itinerary but length of stay & arrival date can be adjusted to your needs
Peru small group tour, a food adventure
Peru is an exciting region to go on a foodie adventure.
From US $2,550 10 days ex flights
Small group travel:
2020: 20 Mar, 17 Apr, 8 May, 22 May, 12 Jun, 7 Aug, 4 Sep, 9 Oct, 6 Nov
2021: 12 Mar, 9 Apr, 14 May, 18 Jun, 13 Aug, 17 Sep, 15 Oct, 12 Nov
2021: 12 Mar, 9 Apr, 14 May, 18 Jun, 13 Aug, 17 Sep, 15 Oct, 12 Nov
Turkey small group vacation, a food adventure
Exotic 2 week culinary and cultural tour of Turkey.
From US $1,460 to US $1,565 10 days ex flights
Small group travel:
2020: 15 Mar, 29 Mar, 19 Apr, 3 May, 10 May, 14 Jun, 28 Jun, 2 Aug, 6 Sep, 13 Sep, 20 Sep, 27 Sep, 4 Oct, 18 Oct
Japan group vacation, a food adventure
Dive into Tokyo citys incredible food scene
From US $5,090 to US $5,500 12 days ex flights
Small group travel:
2020: 8 Mar, 15 Mar, 22 Mar, 29 Mar, 5 Apr, 12 Apr, 19 Apr, 3 May, 17 May, 24 May, 14 Jun, 21 Jun, 20 Sep, 27 Sep, 4 Oct, 11 Oct, 25 Oct, 1 Nov, 8 Nov
2021: 7 Mar, 14 Mar, 21 Mar, 28 Mar, 4 Apr, 11 Apr, 25 Apr, 2 May, 9 May, 16 May, 23 May, 6 Jun, 20 Jun, 5 Sep, 19 Sep, 3 Oct, 17 Oct, 31 Oct, 14 Nov, 28 Nov
2021: 7 Mar, 14 Mar, 21 Mar, 28 Mar, 4 Apr, 11 Apr, 25 Apr, 2 May, 9 May, 16 May, 23 May, 6 Jun, 20 Jun, 5 Sep, 19 Sep, 3 Oct, 17 Oct, 31 Oct, 14 Nov, 28 Nov
North Thailand group vacation, a food adventure
Experience the freshness, tanginess and spiciness of Thailand
From US $1,350US $1,156 to US $1,530 8 days ex flights
Small group travel:
2019: 23 Nov, 21 Dec, 28 Dec
2020: 11 Jan, 25 Jan, 8 Feb, 15 Feb, 14 Mar, 25 Apr, 16 May, 11 Jul, 12 Sep, 10 Oct, 24 Oct, 19 Dec, 26 Dec
2020: 11 Jan, 25 Jan, 8 Feb, 15 Feb, 14 Mar, 25 Apr, 16 May, 11 Jul, 12 Sep, 10 Oct, 24 Oct, 19 Dec, 26 Dec
Up to US $200 off selected dates.
Late availability on these dates: 23 Nov, 21 Dec, 28 Dec, 11 Jan, 25 Jan, 08 Feb, 15 Feb
Late availability on these dates: 23 Nov, 21 Dec, 28 Dec, 11 Jan, 25 Jan, 08 Feb, 15 Feb
Italian food tours
Flavours of northern Italy on this special food-lovers journey
From US $3,150 to US $3,405 10 days ex flights
Small group travel:
2020: 20 Apr, 27 Apr, 11 May, 18 May, 25 May, 15 Jun, 6 Jul, 13 Jul, 20 Jul, 3 Aug, 10 Aug, 24 Aug, 7 Sep, 14 Sep, 21 Sep, 28 Sep, 5 Oct, 12 Oct
2021: 19 Apr, 26 Apr, 10 May, 17 May, 24 May, 14 Jun, 5 Jul, 12 Jul, 19 Jul, 2 Aug, 9 Aug, 23 Aug, 6 Sep, 13 Sep, 20 Sep, 27 Sep, 4 Oct, 11 Oct
2021: 19 Apr, 26 Apr, 10 May, 17 May, 24 May, 14 Jun, 5 Jul, 12 Jul, 19 Jul, 2 Aug, 9 Aug, 23 Aug, 6 Sep, 13 Sep, 20 Sep, 27 Sep, 4 Oct, 11 Oct
Iran food adventure tour
Experience the taste and flavour of Persia
From US $2,440 10 days ex flights
Small group travel:
2020: 14 May, 3 Sep, 8 Oct, 12 Nov
Iberian Ham tour in Andalucia, Spain
Become immersed in the destination of Iberian Ham, Andalusia
From 525 4 days ex flights
Tailor made:
This trip can be tailor made throughout the year to suit your requirements
Sweden kayaking and food short break
Swedish archipelago cuisine and culture by kayak
From 980 4 days ex flights
Small group travel:
2020: 14 Jul, 21 Jul, 28 Jul, 4 Aug, 11 Aug
Cooking and cultural vacation in Scotland
Traditional cookery in the majestic highlands of Scotland
From £1,516 to £2,073 8 days ex flights
Small group travel:
2020: 5 Apr, 11 Apr, 18 Apr, 25 Apr, 2 May, 9 May, 16 May, 18 May, 11 Jul, 18 Jul, 25 Jul, 1 Aug, 8 Aug, 15 Aug, 22 Aug, 29 Aug, 5 Sep, 12 Sep, 19 Sep, 26 Sep, 3 Oct, 10 Oct, 17 Oct
Culinary tour of Armenia and Georgia
Discover more in the Caucasus than only wine and cheese
From £3,525 to £3,740 14 days ex flights
Small group travel:
2020: 30 May, 23 Aug, 26 Sep
2021: 29 May, 21 Aug, 25 Sep
2021: 29 May, 21 Aug, 25 Sep
Gastronomy and sailing vacation in Greece
Explore the Greek islands and their gastronomy with a chef!
From 850 7 days ex flights
Small group travel:
2020: 17 May
Wine and olive oil tour in Greece
Wine and olive oil, the gold of the Greek cuisine.
From 1,790 8 days ex flights
Small group travel:
2019: 23 Nov, 30 Nov, 7 Dec, 14 Dec
2020: 5 Jan, 11 Jan
2020: 5 Jan, 11 Jan
Greek Islands food tour
A culinary tour to discover authentic Greek's islands dishes
From 650 to 750 7 days ex flights
Small group travel:
2020: 16 May, 8 Jun, 22 Jun
Mexico food tour of Oaxaca
Discover the magic of Oaxaca through flavors and experiences
From US $2,200 8 days ex flights
Tailor made:
This trip can be tailor made throughout the year to suit your requirements
From
1,440
excluding flights
The most memorable part of the vacation was the local team's dedication. (more)Tom Van der Heyden
I wanted to get away from it all, relax, meet new people and do new things. Four ticks! (more)Corinne Male
The most exciting part of the vacation was the different activities and excursions. (more)Asma Abu-Taleb
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US $1,300
excluding flights
The bike ride to the little villages was my most fun experience and to see how they make rice wine, rice paper, bamboo sticky rice, etc. Also really enjoyed the
cooking class the last night. Fun to try so many different foods. (more)Amy Cochran
Best bits: There were so many! The walks through food stalls, the cooking lessons, the impromptu stops of the bus to get more street food and going to a BBQ with locals at Siem Reap. (more)Lauren Supplee
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£1,450
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From
£750
excluding flights
It was not just a fabulous foodie experience but great fun cooking discovering eating and being with likeminded people. (more)Mandy K
The focused, pasta-making instruction and recipes from Oli (and everything he cooked for us!), along with the relaxing and welcoming atmosphere created
by both he and Flo made the course a truly wonderful experience. (more)Diana Gloria
The practical cooking activities led by Oli and ably supported by Flo were an absolute pleasure - equipment and supplies were perfect, guidance was very patient, and the results were delicious! (more)Philippa Schofield
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US $1,568
excluding flights
Fantastic - a great group of like-minded people and lots of home-cooked, amazing food. (more)Samantha Royston
Most memorable part of the vacation: Our guide Asanga who has to be one of the best guides in the world. The people we shared the vacation with & the people we met in particular the cooking we did in their homes, some very humble. (more)Diane Graziano
This tour brings you to peoples homes to cook and that is the best part. That, and the train ride through the green hills make up my favourite parts :)Moreover, you see Sri Lankas highlights such as the hill country, tea plantations,(cave) temples, colonial history and beaches. (more)Juul van Hoof
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US $2,004
excluding flights
Visiting the Taj Mahal was the most memorable part of the trip. (more)Jantien van der Meer
My trip was full of exciting and memorable moments every day! To choose one, we visited the Old Delhi the first day, had the breakfast in the narrow lines and then visited the Sikh Temple and were introduced how the local volunteers prepare free meals to be shared to anybody. (more)Jarmo Kaariainen
Excellent. Pancham our guide was great too. (more)Alison Pick
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US $1,545
excluding flights
This trip was pretty disappointing. The itinerary changed constantly and there were only three of the nine days that were actually as written. We didn't stay
at Mizunte. (more)Amanda Madorno
Going to local markets and learning and tasting about different foods was the highlights. 11/10 had a fantastic time with great people who were all traveling alone. (more)Ian Robertson
I liked having the focus on food--we tried so many different things, all delicious. (more)Nancy McCormick
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US $3,838
excluding flights
Memorable parts?
Exploring a wide range of parts of Japan and trying our hand at things like sushi making and noodle making
Tips?
It is a great way to maximise your time in Japan. Having the logistics worked out for you by a specialist who knows the country really helps to get more out of your time while the self-tour aspect means it is still under your won control and not confined by tour groups. That element of flexibility allows you to make the vacation your own
Local benefits?
It... (more)Gareth Jones
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450
excluding flights
I would recommend this vacation to anyone who is looking for a yoga retreat or a cultural experience. (more)Rozlyn Reynolds
The vacation was very enjoyable and very memorable. Benoit and Corinne are excellent and committed hosts, and the accommodation is superbly situated. (more)Mark Hutchinson
The entire trip was memorable however my favorite aspect to this trip was the people I met. I went on this trip alone however I met some very friendly people who were also staying at the house. (more)Divya Patel
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525
excluding flights
Memorable parts?
Being literally surrounded by maturing Iberian Hams
Tips?
The surroundings of the Sierra de Aracena are beautiful, but to get the best from this trip it helps to be a bit of a foodie - and to like pork in general and ham in particular.
Local benefits?
For non-vegetarians it is important that the animals we eat live as natural a life as possible. The raising of Iberian Black Pigs fulfils this requirement. The vacation supports the local ham industry, much of... (more)David Williams
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US $1,800
excluding flights
Memorable parts?
Standing outside my ger watching the morning star while surrounded by goats and sheep and a guard dog finally able to snooze
as daylight sweeps into the valley.
Tips?
Invest in a pair of warm boots.
Perhaps be prepared to wear the same clothes for several days at a time - this will also help to keep the weight of your baggage
down!
Local benefits?
Definitely benefitted local people, and directly and/or indirectly supported conservation.
Overall... (more)Cryn Horn
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£2,249
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From
1,160
excluding flights
Memorable parts?
Some of the meals and meal prep, and sitting around the fire together. These were really good moments. Also the amazing setting, on this really nice, peaceful island.
Tips?
Definitely consider how your are getting to the meeting point and have this planned out with plenty of contingency. The hardest part of this trip for me was the travel either side of the actual trip itself. Had a rather stressful time navigating Swedish public transport. And pack some flip flops,... (more)Nick Tillyer
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1,350
excluding flights
Our vacation immersed us in beautiful scenery and fascinating culture: tiny villages, beautiful historic towns, castles and monasteries, amazing rock formations, and enthusiastic producers of wine and olive oil (more)Jane Hofto
We loved the variety on offer, which included walking in the hills, visits to nearby historic towns, castles and religious buildings, wine tasting and, of course, cookery lessons. (more)Patrick Harris
I think most memorable was the incredible hospitality of Lucy and Simon. We also particularly enjoyed the cooking classes and I am now enthused to even do some cooking at home! (more)Bill Wild
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690
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Memorable parts?
Meeting Finnish people and visiting their homes.
Tips?
Be prepared to go outside your comfort zone, it'll be worth it.
Local benefits?
We travelled by train in Finland (put ours to shame!), and local businesses definitely benefitted.
Overall rating?
Wonderful first visit to Finland - it is not just a place to visit in Winter. (more)Richard Waller
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750
excluding flights
Our cooking classes here were wonderful. We were using locally sourced ingredients and had so much fun turning them into delicious meals that we enjoyed with the stunning view of the valley beyond. (more)Georgina Orme
The entire stay was perfect. The best part was the hospitality. Francesca, Francesco, and Stella really make guests feel at home. All the farm fresh food was amazing. It was wonderful to be able to share meals with them and the other guests. (more)Lana Frantz
Meeting Italian people, truffle hunting, the making of pasta, tasting Italian home cooking. (more)Simon Bramwell
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415
excluding flights
Memorable parts?
The food was fantastic, and the landscape.
Tips?
This vacation was very well organised by Giovanna in Italy, and ran like clockwork. If you are interested in regional food,i.e. cheese making, vinegar production and wine, its fascinating and we enjoyed the cultural aspects too. Parma had plenty to offer and we enjoyed the day traveling by train.
Local benefits?
Yes, certainly we visited small regional producers of food made in the traditional manner. The local... (more)Helen Jeffreson
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1,100
excluding flights
We had a great time and would return next time we go to Italy (more)Kay Garvey
We had an excellent vacation hosted by 2 very knowledgeable and caring people. All aspects of the cooking, walking and sightseeing was made so enjoyable because of their enthusiasm and attention to details. (more)Rod Elliott
The mountain setting is splendid with wonderful views and very quiet. Marla and Fabrizio offer exceptional hospitality and locally produced food prepared to a high standard. Cooking with them in a small group was great fun.
(more)Valerie Snowden
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1,640
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Excellent guided trips to sites and cities - sometimes accompanied with Piero and the guide acting out scenes - superb!
(more)Judith Round
The trip provided an excellent overview of wine production in the region - from growing to production to tasting. Piero was extremely well informed about the history and culture of the area. From ancient ruins to medieval cities to modern ports. It was an overall great experience.
(more)Margo Farr
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450
excluding flights
The excursions which were well thought out and very informative. So much we wouldn't have known if it wasn't for Benoit. Corrines cookery lesson was amazing too and very relaxed.
(more)Brenda Muir
By the end of the week (helped by the glorious weather) I had laughed a lot, had some hugely interesting conversations, seen some beautiful places, learnt a lot of interesting facts, made some new friends, eaten some delicious food, tried lots of new things and completely relaxed. I practically cried when I had to leave, I'd loved it so much! (more)Ali James
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1,395
excluding flights
The most memorable part of the vacation was how expertly Lucy and Simon planned our activities, choose our guides and related to the local people. (more)Jim Holmes
The most exciting part of the vacation was walking the near the top of the Pyrenees. (more)Margy Britton
Spectacular views & great hospitality. Nothing was too much trouble. (more)Anne Rogers
From
1,650
excluding flights
Memorable parts?
We are going to have 5 things:
1. The Brda Wine Festival - lovely to feel part of something so relaxed, high quality and entertaining. This was voted the top thing.
2. Ronchi de Cialla - visit to the family house and to talk to the brothers who make the wine
3. CV Winery - visit to a new young winemaker and to taste his exceptional wines
4. The outdoor lunch over looking the salt flats and the olive oil tasting
5. A trip around the trenches and caves in the local area... (more)Kathryn Stuart
From
US $1,156
excluding flights
Memorable parts?
The food experiences, especially the cooking class at Apple Resort with Noi.
Every market visit was also an eye opener.
Tips?
Just go... only complaint too much food!
Local benefits?
I think all our interactions were respectful and responsible.
Overall rating?
Fabulous. As soon as I got home, I was ready to book my next vacation. (more)Jill Sugden
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634
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The highlight was spending a wonderful afternoon and evening at the country home of our Finnish guide, meeting her delightful family and enjoying a superb dinner while listening to her son's girlfriend singing Finnish songs. (more)Nomi Paynton
We really enjoyed the bicycle tour through green spaces around the edges of Helsinki. It was definitely off the beaten tourist track. Our guide was informative and delightful. We loved the evening boat trip to a tiny island west of Turku. (more)Diane Banner
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