Immerse in the local life of the Veneto region, the scenic Valpolicella hills with its vineyards, the magnificent Garda Lake and romantic Verona, through the local food and its wondrous wines. From Soave to Amarone, you'll have an extraordinary variety of authentic, insider experiences so you truly connect with local people and feel part of their lives. Cook the best risotto in a beautiful country home with excellent cooks. Savor great dishes prepared with Amarone. Taste the delicate extra virgin olive oil produced at Garda Lake. In private visits, tour wineries to learn about and sample Amarone, Valpolicella, Ripasso, Recioto and Soave wines and other indigenous wines right in their cellars where they are aged.
Taste Amarone, Soave and Franciacorta Wines
6 nights at a charming 4 star in deluxe double rooms with breakfast
9 meals with local wines (vino della casa), mineral water, digestive and coffee
1 hands-on cooking class on rice
5 visits to wineries with 5 wine tastings
1 olive oil mill visit and extra virgin olive oil tasting
1 rice farm guided visit
Guided visit in Verona and Sirmione with English speaking guide
Private boat transfer from Bardolino to Sirmione
Private transportation during all the excursions and visits
Private transfers from Verona train station to Hotel on your arrival -
Marcello and/or Raffaella as your tour guides during all the tour
Flight ticket
Personal expenses
Everything not mentioned in the program
Cancellation insurance
Local taxes (city taxes)