A Taste of Umbria
Countryside Food & Wine Tour, Italy
2026 & 2027 TOUR DATES COMING SOON
Our travelers gain insider access to local legends — celebrated chefs, winemakers, artisans, and cultural custodians — who open doors to traditions, flavors, and stories not found in guidebooks.
Umbria, Italy
Immerse yourself in the timeless beauty of Umbria, Italy while staying in hand-selected boutique accommodations. Explore medieval hill towns, meet master artisans, and savor regional cuisine with celebrated local hosts during this guided small-group journey. Limited to just 12 guests for an intimate experience.
Scheduled Tour Dates 2026/2027
Coming soon
Trip Highlights
Two boutique hotel stays
Cooking class in a family home
Truffle hunt
Chocolate Workshop with a Maitre Chocolatier
Cheese tasting with a cheese Master
Wine tasting and lunch with the wine maker
Immersive artisan workshops
Food tasting tour around Orvieto
Price per person
Included in the price:
• 7 days / 6 nights in hand-selected boutique accommodations in Umbria
• Tour is hosted by a local cheese master
• Exclusive dining experiences featuring regional Umbrian cuisine
• Hands-on pasta, bread, and chocolate-making workshops
• Private truffle hunt
• Premium olive oil tasting + light farm-to-table lunch
• Wine tasting & lunch inside an ancient Etruscan cave
• Guided visits to medieval towns and artisan ceramic studios
• Exclusive cheese tasting in a private aging cellar
• Daily breakfast, 5 lunches, and 5 dinners showcasing seasonal Umbrian ingredients
• Wine, beer, and non-alcoholic beverages during hosted meals and scheduled experiences
• Private airport transfers to and from the designated airport
• Private transportation for all scheduled excursions
• All activities and cultural experiences outlined in the itinerary
• Gratuities for local partners and guides (excludes host team)
• Professional photography throughout the journey, with access to all images
$14,000 per person based on double occupancy
Single supplement $1500.
This tour requires 5 participants before it is guaranteed to depart.
Questions?
Discover the countryside beauty of Umbria
A land of rolling hills, medieval hill towns, ancient culinary traditions, and artisans who carry centuries-old craft forward with intention and pride.
Over seven immersive days, explore the flavors and soul of Italy’s Green Heart through private tastings, immersive cooking experiences, truffle hunting, artisan visits, and curated dining in countryside estates and historic palazzos. Gain rare insider access to local legends, cheese sommerliers, truffle hunters, winemakers, chocolatiers, and family cooks, each opening their doors, their kitchens, and their stories just for us.
Tour Itinerary
Umbria is a place where food, craft, and tradition are woven into daily life in the most authentic ways. Spend your days exploring medieval hill towns, cooking with local families, truffle hunting in the countryside, tasting regional wines and olive oils, and meeting the artisans behind Italy’s most cherished crafts — all while enjoying boutique stays in a countryside estate and a historic palazzo in Orvieto.
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Arrival & Welcome Dinner
Private transfer from Rome Fiumicino to your countryside retreat. Aperitif & welcome dinner. -
Cheese Cellar Tasting & Countryside Dining
Exclusive cheese + charcuterie tasting inside a private aging cellar. Free afternoon & dinner at Maca Muta. -
Wine + Etruscan Cave Lunch & Transfer to Orvieto
Private wine experience + lunch inside an ancient cave. Transfer to Orvieto. Dinner at Da Carlo. -
Food Walk, Ceramics & Home Cooking
Orvieto food tasting walk + Deruta ceramics workshop + hands-on cooking class in a family home overlooking the hills. -
Olive Oil Estate & Chocolate Masterclass
Premium olive oil tasting + light farm lunch + artisanal chocolate workshop with Maître Chocolatier. -
Truffle Hunt & Pasta + Bread Making
Truffle hunt + pasta & bread class + truffle-focused lunch with local hosts. Farewell dinner. -
Departure
Private transfer from Orvieto to Rome airport.
Note: This is the current itinerary and it is possible that things may change. We will make every effort to ensure that the tours and experiences offered are as described. However, it is possible that things may change last minute. Please also note that you do have the option to skip an excursion, however, we will be unable to offer any refunds for missed meals or events.
Dietary restrictions - Due to the nature of the event it may not be possible to accommodate dietary restrictions, however we let the chefs/restaurants we work with know of any restrictions you inform us of. This tour is also not recommended for vegetarians.
FAQs about the tour
What does the price include?
7 days and 6 nights at hand-selected boutique accommodations in the Umbrian countryside and historic Orvieto; our local cheese master will host and guide you through the region’s rich culinary and cultural traditions; thoughtfully curated meals highlighting seasonal Umbrian cuisine; truffle hunting; immersive cooking classes and artisan workshops; premium olive oil tasting and light farm-to-table lunch; chocolate-making masterclass with a local Maître Chocolatier; wine tasting in an ancient Etruscan cave, lunch with a winemaker; guided visits to medieval hill towns and ceramic studios; private tours with knowledgeable local guides; private transfers for all scheduled excursions; daily breakfast, 5 lunches, and 5 dinners as specified in the itinerary; gratuities for local partners and guides (excluding host team); and private airport transfers to and from the designated airport.
What’s Not Included in the Trip?
Roundtrip airfare
Travel insurance
Activities not included in the itinerary
Personal incidentals required during the trip
Food and beverages not included in the itinerary
Gratuity for the tour leaders
How Does Transportation at the Start and End of the Trip Work?
Upon arrival at Rome Fiumicino Airport (FCO), a member of our team will greet you and connect you with your private transfer. At the end of the journey, we will arrange your private transportation back to Rome Fiumicino Airport (FCO) based on your departure schedule.
Who is Leading the Trip?
Your journey will be led by our local cheese sommelier who is deeply rooted in Umbria’s food, wine, and artisan traditions. Throughout the week, our team will be available to assist with recommendations and reservations for experiences beyond the planned itinerary, ensuring a seamless and personalized experience.