CUCINA & CULTURE

ITALY

A journey for the senses, Cucina & Culture immerses you in Italy’s most celebrated culinary landscapes. From Piedmont’s truffle-laced hills to vineyard-draped countryside and Michelin-starred tables, this is a celebration of flavor, craft, and place. Each experience is intimate, unhurried, and deeply rooted in tradition. Expect exceptional food, elegant stays, and unforgettable moments shared around the table.

Note that everything you see here is an example of what your trip could look like. Your adventure will be tailored specifically to you.

WHEN TO GO

SEP - OCT

ESTIMATED COST

$9,400

DURATION

8 NIGHTS

per person, excl. int'l flights

(based on two adults sharing)

START YOUR JOURNEY

WHY THIS ADVENTURE

Italy reveals itself most honestly through its food. Not as spectacle, but as ritual. This journey is designed for travelers who want to understand the soul behind the cuisine: the hands that harvest, the families who preserve tradition, and the landscapes that shape every ingredient. From truffle forests to historic cellars and candlelit dining rooms, each moment feels curated yet effortless. It’s a celebration of terroir, time, and taste, layered with warmth, storytelling, and the quiet luxury of doing things the Italian way.

JOURNEY FLOW

Your journey begins in northern Italy, where misty hills and forested valleys set the stage for immersive culinary discovery. Days unfold slowly, with guided market visits, hands-on tastings, and time spent with artisans whose knowledge has been passed down for generations. As the landscape softens into vineyard-covered countryside, the rhythm shifts toward long lunches, private cellar visits, and evenings defined by exceptional cuisine. The experience builds naturally toward refined indulgence, blending education, indulgence, and cultural immersion into a seamless celebration of Italy’s gastronomic heart.

HIGHLIGHTS

MARKET-TO-TABLE ENCOUNTERS

Stroll local markets with chefs, gather ingredients, and enjoy intimate cooking experiences that reveal the rhythms and flavors of everyday Italian life.

MICHELIN-STARRED DINING

Savor multi-course tasting menus at acclaimed restaurants where seasonal ingredients, regional traditions, and culinary artistry converge in unforgettable meals.

PRIVATE VINEYARD & CELLAR EXPERIENCES

Go beyond the tasting room with exclusive access to family-run estates, sampling rare vintages while learning the stories and techniques behind Italy’s legendary wines.

TRUFFLE HUNTING IN PIEDMONT

Join expert truffle hunters and their dogs for a private foray into oak forests, learning the nuances of Italy’s most coveted delicacy before enjoying a freshly prepared tasting.

WAYS TO PERSONALIZE

Add a private cooking session with a Michelin-starred chef

Extend into Tuscany or Emilia-Romagna for deeper regional contrast

Include a vintage wine vertical or rare Barolo tasting

Arrange a luxury countryside truffle festival experience

WHERE YOU'LL STAY

IL BORRO TOSCANA

A privately owned medieval hamlet turned luxury estate, where organic vineyards, artisan workshops, and refined farm-to-table cuisine create an immersive Tuscan lifestyle experience rooted in heritage and sustainability.

RELAIS SAN MAURIZIO

A former monastery transformed into a serene luxury retreat, featuring Michelin-starred dining, vineyard panoramas, and a tranquil spa set among Barolo country.

CASTELLO DI GUARENE

A restored hilltop castle overlooking rolling vineyards, offering refined rooms, sweeping views, and elegant dining rooted in local culinary tradition.