Experience Le Marche with its artisans and sustainable food sources with Italia Sweet Italia
Contact
Corso Mazzini, 371/A
66054 Vasto CH
Italy
Highlights
- Live like a local and sleep in an ancient Roman town on the Adriatic Sea
- Immerse yourself among local life, culture and tradition of le Marche
- Discover the land’s hidden gems and most beautiful hamlets
- Meet local farmers, artisans and genuine people
- Forage for truffles with dogs and truffle hunters in Acqualagna
- Make “tacconi”, a typical fresh pasta of the countryside with two different kinds of flour
- Learn ancient crafts from the local artisans
- Enjoy the beautiful landscapes around sloping hills and the blue sea
Description
Join us on a 7-day unique Italian sustainable and cultural escorted tour to visit one of the most stunning Italian regions: Le Marche.
This tour is geared to those who want to live, an immersive Italian culture experiencing “Marchigiana” culture and traditions, and, who want to get to know the food, region and its people. Our hosts and local guides, together with their friends, have put together amazing experiences that combine passion, beautiful places, eco-friendly visits to show you the best of Le Marche by putting you in touch with local communities.
This is a fully escorted tour that will give you the insights into daily life, culture, food, and wine production and will let you discover authentic Italy in a balanced mix of experiences, relax, adventure and learning opportunities.
In keeping with our approach to support the local economy, we employ local guides that love and know everything (or almost:-)) about Le Marche like Fabrizio (Italia Sweet Italia founder & Tour guide) for Abruzzo. The tour has been designed by Fabrizio in partnership with local suppliers committed to selecting partners, licensed tour guides and passionate people living and working in Le Marche. The result is a tour that supports small local enterprises and sustainable tourism.
The highlight of this tour is the chance to discover and experience Le Marche, a region of infinite beauty and hidden gems (we know them as “Sleeping Beauties”) in the heart of Italy. You will go back home with life-long memories and with many friends, for sure!
DAY 1 | Sunday | Rome airport pick-up and welcome to Le Marche dinner! (dinner)
DAY 2 | Monday | Fratte Rosa and its 3 gems: “favetta” Slow Food, cooking class, terrecotte and organic winery (breakfast, tastings, lunch)
DAY 3 | Tuesday | Fano and the fishermen’s life, “brodetto” fish soup is waiting for you! (breakfast, aperitivo, cooking demonstration, lunch)
DAY 4 | Wednesday | Urbino: Unesco Heritage Site discovered through the blue color called “guado”... A special day among art, history, and heritage (breakfast, lunch, dinner)
DAY 5 | Thursday | Truffle hunting in Acqualagna and exploring nature at Gola del Furlo…flavors and nature…what else? (breakfast, lunch)
DAY 6 | Friday | Free morning. Natalia (sculptress) in Sant’Ippolito and “l’oli bon” (good olive oil) in Cartoceto! (breakfast, tasting, dinner)
DAY 7 | Saturday | Arrivederci Le Marche and transfer to Rome airport! (Breakfast)
DATES AND PRICES
5-11 May 2024: € 1,995.00*
6-12 October 2024: € 1,995.00*
4 - 10 May 2025: € 2,145.00*
5-11 October 2025: € 2,145.00*
*Prices are per person and land only, with accommodation in a twin/double room with ensuite bathroom. Airfare and travel insurance are not included. Single occupancy supplement: + € 195.
WHY US?
WE ARE PROUD TO BE LOCAL
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Only 100% authentic experiences
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Deep connections with the people who live here
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We have a passion for our culture and our communities
ONCE-IN-A-LIFETIME TRIP
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We know how to let you feel that at home
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We keep our groups small to take care of all the details
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SUSTAINABILITY AND PASSION
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We promote the local culture as a sign of responsible travel
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We are focused on preserving our way of life
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We involve small, family-run and passion-driven businesses
What's included
- 6 Nights accommodation (room type Classic) at Hotel Angela*** with sea view and at walking distance from the historical downtown or similar accommodation
- Breakfast Buffet Daily
- 8 meals (food, water, locally source wine) in selected restaurants, private homes, based on traditional regional dishes
- 1 hands-on cooking class and 1 show-cooking and associated food costs
- 1 coffee-break at historical bakery and 1 fisherman’s aperitivo
- 1 truffle hunting with truffle dog
- Local guide to visit Urbino
- Guided visit to local artisans and artists (terracotta maker, sculpturist and guado color maker)
- Daily trips and excursions
- Pick up and drop off at Rome Fiumicino airport in an air conditioned minivan/minibus or car
- Personalized cooking booklet, apron and your homemade pasta box
- All transport for daily trips and excursions in an air conditioned minivan/minibus or car
- All entry fees for excursions, tours and wine, truffle and olive oil and local product tastings
- English-speaking tour manager throughout the duration
- All taxes except city tax
What's not included
- Airfares
- Any meals if not clearly mentioned at “the package price includes”
- All drinks/snacks/coffee breaks between meals not listed on the itinerary and at “the package price includes”
- Entrance tickets to museums, historical places
- Personal extras like phone calls, visa costs, laundry or tips
- Drinks not listed in the itinerary (an extra bottle of wine, for example)
- City tax (at the moment € 6 per person for 6 nights)
- Medical and Assistant Travel insurance (not compulsory, but recommended)
- Any costs of additional excursions or activities
Duration
7 days-6 nights