Discover the bold flavours and timeless traditions of Italy on an unforgettable gastronomic tour to Calabria and Sardinia with Mark DeWolf of DeWolf Food and Wine Experiences. From fiery 'nduja and rustic mountain cheeses to fresh and flavourful sun-soaked wines, each region offers a unique taste of Italian heritage. Journey through charming coastal villages, family-run vineyards, and vibrant food markets as we connect with local artisans and chefs. With breathtaking landscapes, warm hospitality, and unforgettable meals, this curated experience invites you to savour the true soul of Italy—one plate, one glass, one story at a time. Come hungry for adventure.
Option 1) Meet at 11:00 am at Rome Fiumicino Airport for 1:15 flight to Calabria
Option 2) Meet at 3:00 PM at Lamezia Terme Airport (Calabria)
Afternoon: Transfer to villa on coast
PM: Welcome dinner at the villa at 6:00 pm, featuring traditional Calabrian cuisine and local wines. A perfect introduction to the region's bold flavours and hospitality.
Villa in Santa Caterina, Calabria
AM: Visit to Santa Maria del Cedro for a guided cedro (citron) farm tour and tasting.
Late AM: Cooking class, lunch Labratoria del Gusto
PM: Cruise to Dino Island
PM: Return to villa for a relaxed night
AM Drive to Fiumefreddo Bruzio
Lunch in Osteria Convivio (potato frittata, local cheese served on fern leaves)
Visit to Catina Masicei (unique varietals such as Magliocco, Malvasia, Zibbibo, Canino)
PM Drive to Tropea
Check-in Free Night in Tropea
4-star hotel in Tropea
AM: Visit Spilinga, home of 'nduja, for a tasting at San Donato
Traditional Calabrian meal (Il Tiglio)
PM: Pizzo, stopping at the cliffside Castello Murat. Tartufo gelato anyone?
Dinner in Tropea
4-star hotel in Tropea
AM: Coastal drive to Reggio
AM: Visit to Scalia for lunch (swordfish)
PM: Transfer to winery near Reggio for Greco Bianco
PM: Flight to Sardinia (Cagliari) via Rome
PM: Transfer to hotel in Cagliari
Hotel Cagliari (Sa Domu Cheta)
AM: Explore San Benedetto Market
PM: Cooking Class
PM: Optional walking tour of Cagliari
PM: Free night in Cagliari
Hotel Calgiari (Sa Domu Cheta)
Olive oil tour
Michelin-star lunch at S’Apposentu in Sidd
Contini Winery Tour near Oristano for Vernaccia, Connonau & Vermentino
Transfer to Oristano
4-star hotel near Oristano
AM: Mont’e Prama Stone Giants exhibition.
Santu Lussurgiu a beautiful town famous for its many slow food labelled delicacies such as the Bue Rosso meat and the Casizolu cheese.
Lunch Antica Dimora del Gruccione where you will enjoy the Blue Rosso
Free Time in Oristano
4-star hotel near Oristano
AM Departure
Late AM: Sella Mosca Estate for wine tasting and lunch
Early PM: Coastal Drive, Transfer to Vermentino di Gullura for wine tasting
Late Afternoon: Transfer to Olbia
Olbia
Transfer to Olbia Costa Smeralda Airport
Accommodations
Meals as listed
Ground Transportation
Internal Flight. Flight from Rome to Calabria, and Flight from Calabria to Sardinia
Guide and Tour Fees
Meals not listed
Personal purchases
DeWolf Food and Wine Experiences is a food and wine travel and event business. As a business we focus on the inherent pleasure food and wine experiences brings to our lives. Food and drink bind us together as a society and their exploration provides us not only pleasure but can give us insights on the people that make them, and the culture of the places they are made in. It’s this passion for exploration that drives the business. The company is led by Mark DeWolf, a globally recognized sommelier.