Your experience Step into the heart of Athens for a flavor-packed food adventure beyond the tourist trail. Over four delicious hours, explore lively streets, uncover hidden gems, and indulge in the city’s best flavors with a local guide. Start at a central meeting point before setting off on foot through Athens’ vibrant food scene. From historic bakeries crafting golden spanakopita to family-run delis brimming with cured meats, cheeses, and fragrant olives, each stop is a deep dive into Greek gastronomy. Enjoy freshly baked koulouri (sesame bread rings), sweet honey-drenched loukoumades, and bold Greek coffee along the way. One of the tour’s highlights is a visit to the Athens Central Market, where the air is thick with the aroma of fresh herbs, sizzling street food, and ripe seasonal produce. Watch local vendors expertly carve meats, sample artisan cheeses straight from the source, and soak in the energy of this bustling food hub. Your expert guide will share insights into how Greek cuisine has evolved, the importance of fresh ingredients, and why food plays such a central role in Greek culture. Upgrade to a private tour for a more personalized touch, or choose extended tastings to dive even deeper into Greek flavors.

Your Experience Taste the most legendary Greek street food at Athens' most iconic eateries. Ideal for anyone looking to sample the best Greek-style street food, feel like a true Athenian as you mingle with the locals. Share your love for delicious dishes with your tour guide as you sip on a delicious cup of Greek coffee. Paired with a beloved morning snack, you'll learn about its origins in Ancient Greece. Visit one of Athens' most famous food places and taste souvlaki, a famous Greek street food. Observe, smell, and touch some of the best quality ingredients in the city. Stroll through the main streets of Athens and mingle with locals as you take the gastronomic adventure outside. Travel back in time as you enjoy one of the most famous traditional Greek desserts at one of Athens' most historical spots.

Your experience Board your comfortable AC coach along with your professional tour leader at the meeting point, and depart for the gorgeous region of Tuscany. Gaze in wonder at the rolling hills, sprawling fields and the picture-perfect towns that dot your route to the ancient hill town of Montepulciano. Meet up with an expert guide who is well acquainted with the area and embark on a walking tour of the town. The town is peppered with ruins that predate Rome itself, as well as town squares, and narrow roads, making it quite the picturesque setting, calling to mind all that is synonymous with Italy. You will even get to visit an ancient wine cellar here before you reboard the bus and continue on to the St. Biagio church. Take in the domineering dome and semi-circular apse. After your visit, travel to a nearby farmhouse surrounded by vineyards for a 3-course traditional Italian lunch, along with a tasting of five wines typical of the region, including the famed Brunello di Montalcino. Though you can buy some wine as a souvenir after lunch, it’s recommended to hold off until you reach the next stop, the town of Pienza, renowned for its local crafts and culinary delights. Your tour leader will be happy to give you some pointers about the best places to explore and shop before giving you a full hour to explore this Renaissance town. Feel free to pick up local specialties like balsamic vinegar, pecorino cheese, and wines, or head to one of the numerous artisan shops to pick up a keepsake. Having shopped to your heart's content, relax as you head back to Rome after your sun-drenched Tuscan adventure! Itinerary Starting point: Flaminio Obelisk at Piazza del Popolo Montepulciano St. Biagio Church Pienza Flaminio Obelisk

Your Experience Sensory treat at farmer's market Dive right into the experience as you start your tour at Mercato del Capo to soak in the vibrant colors of fresh produce and the warmth and friendliness of the farmers. Learn to identify the best produce and personally buy the products you will use in the cooking class. Whip up a delicious meal After the market visit, it's time for you to don your aprons and get started. The menu for the three-course meal depends on the season, but you may be preparing arancini, fried rice meatballs filled with meat sauce and peas, homemade pasta alla norma, and the infamous cannoli for dessert. Learn tips and tricks in a fun cooking class conducted by a local professional chef. Savor traditional Sicilian dishes Partake in a hearty meal that you cooked with your own hands along with some Marsala wine (or cold drinks for the children). Feel like a food expert with your Graduation Certificate. Don't forget to collect your recipe booklet, which includes a few more recipes and the chef’s favorite tips and tricks.

Your experience Getting started Embark on a captivating 4-hour guided tasting tour in Trastevere, Rome's gastronomic hub. Meet your guide at Trapizzino (Piazza Trilussa 46) and set off on your food fiesta. Towards the end of your trip, experience the true essence of la dolce vita (the sweet life) as you dig into authentic gelato. What to expect Begin the tour with Rome’s hottest street food trend—the Trapizzino. Choose your favorite filling, from Roman staples to gourmet twists like Roman oxtail or Burrata with artichokes. Taste an expertly curated selection of Italian cheeses (think Sweet Gorgonzola and Pecorino Romano). At every step, sip fine wine like Chianti. Dine at a local favorite, Pasta e Vino, known for freshly made pasta dishes like authentic pizza baked in Trastevere’s oldest wood-fired oven. Wrap up your food tour with a lesson in real Italian gelato appreciation. Learn how to spot authentic gelato vs tourist traps. Sample heavenly flavors like ricotta with caramelized figs and salted caramel.