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Coastal Culinary Adventures along The Ulysses Riviera

(A Luxurious Seaside Mediterranean Culinary Holiday)

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$4,798 USD *
(Price Per Person, Double Occupancy)
* Plus taxes. Tours sold on an availability basis.
7 days | 6 nights

Charming Seaside Resort on the Tyrrhenian Coast
Relaxed Beach Life with Archaeological Treasures!

Terracina, a coastal town in Italy's Lazio region, boasts a rich culinary scene that blends traditional Roman flavors with fresh Mediterranean ingredients. Seafood is a highlight in this seaside village, which you will have ample time to explore during your numerous hands-on cooking classes with our regional chef. Of course, sweet treats are abundant, from local chocolatiers to gelaterias providing a variety of flavors to satisfy any palate. Guided visits to medieval villages such as Sermoneta, Sperlonga, Gaeta, and San Felice Circeo are all on the itinerary. Wine tastings in the vineyards, olive oil tastings at the estate, and indulgent meals round out your time in the province of Latina and the Ulysses Riviera. With its blend of coastal freshness and regional traditions, Terracina offers a delightful culinary journey for any food lover.
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VACATION HIGHLIGHTS
Please note: Tour inclusions can change depending upon seasonality and weather conditions.
6 nights deluxe Villa Accommodations
6 breakfasts, 4 lunches, 6 Dinners
Round-Trip Rome Airport Transfers
Wine with Meals Each Day
4 Chef-led Cooking Lessons
Welcome Dinner at the Villa
Guided Tour of Ancient Seaside Terracina
Visit to Roman Opera House & Roman Temple
Lunch at a Local Fishery
Olive Oil-Tasting at Quattrociocchi
Sant'Andrea Winery tasting
Cultural Stop at Historic San Felice Circeo
Excursion to Walled Hill Town of Sermoneta
Visit and Sampling at Local Chocolatier
Terracina Farmer's Market Tour
Optional Tour of Castle Gaetani
Sanctuary of the Montagna Spaccata in Gaeta
Guided Visit of the Coastal Town of Sperlonga
Italian Pizza Farewell Dinner by the sea
While our tours are designed as soft adventure experiences, walking, climbing stairs, and in rare cases mild hiking may be required. If you have mobility issues, you should speak with one of our culinary travel specialists to determine if this tour is appropriate for your situation.
AVAILABLE DATES
This tour runs Sunday to Saturday starting in May through September. Please click on the orange "Check Pricing & Dates" button above to view available departures.
SAMPLE ITINERARY
Please note: Actual itineraries are subject to change due to seasonality.
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Day 1
Arrival Pick-Up | Check-In | Welcome Dinner
Your culinary experience begins with a pickup by your driver at Rome Fiumicino Airport and transfer in comfort to your Villa by the Sea. Upon arrival, guests are welcomed with a Benvenuti and then proceed to check in at the Villa, followed by a welcome aperitivo. After settling in, join the other guests for a short walk to the beach and begin familiarizing yourself with the Mediterranean seaside town of Terracina. After your refreshing stroll, guests are invited to indulge in an early dinner featuring local wines in one of our dining rooms, concluding with an after-dinner liqueur. (D)
Day 2
Traditional Mediterranean Breakfast
Each morning, there will be a wonderful breakfast awaiting you with coffee, croissants, small pastries, charcuterie, local cheeses, cereal, fruit juice, fruit salads and fresh fruit, eggs, yogurt, and a selection of Mediterranean specialties.
Guided Exploration of Historic Terracina | Lunch at Local Fishery
After enjoying a vibrant breakfast on-site, we will embark on an adventurous exploration of Terracina and the historic beauty of this medieval town. Visiting the old Roman Opera House and exploring the Roman Temple of Giove, situated at the highest point of the mountain, prepare to reflect on the breathtaking views of nearby seaside towns and islands. Guests will also have time to shop in town, followed by lunch at a local fishery.
Four-Course Seafood Cooking Class | Dinner
After returning to the property, you will join our Chef to prepare your first four-course Mediterranean seafood meal in our pristine, newly created gourmet cooking kitchen. Dinner will be served in our dining room, where you will enjoy the fruits of your labor, topping off your first full day in Terracina. (B, L, D)
Day 3
Traditional Mediterranean Breakfast
Each morning, there will be a wonderful breakfast awaiting you with coffee, croissants, small pastries, charcuterie, local cheeses, cereal, fruit juice, fruit salads and fresh fruit, eggs, yogurt, and a selection of Mediterranean specialties.
Olive Oil Tour & Tasting | Wine Tour & Tasting | Seaside Lunch | Cooking Class with Dinner
Following breakfast at our seaside property, we will start our day with an olive oil-tasting experience at Quattrociocchi, where we will receive a presentation and sample their award-winning oil and products. Our second stop will be at the Sant'Andrea Winery to taste and experience their sophisticated wines. Lunch today will be enjoyed in the coastal town of San Felice Circeo. When we return to the property, you will join our Chef to prepare a traditional non-seafood, four-course Italian meal. Dinner will be served at the Villa, accompanied by wine and after-dinner liqueurs, celebrating our culinary achievements together. (B, T, L, D)
Day 4
Traditional Mediterranean Breakfast
Each morning, there will be a wonderful breakfast awaiting you with coffee, croissants, small pastries, charcuterie, local cheeses, cereal, fruit juice, fruit salads and fresh fruit, eggs, yogurt, and a selection of Mediterranean specialties.
Tour of Sermoneta | Chocolatier Experience | Sermoneta Lunch | Cooking Class with Dinner
After breakfast at our seaside property, we will head to the town of Sermoneta, with an optional tour of Castle Gaetani. This historic medieval hamlet exudes charm and was once home to the prominent Gaetani and Borgia Families. Next, we will sample artisan chocolates at a local chocolatier— a sweet treat for the palate. Lunch will be in Sermoneta, famous for its charcuterie. Upon returning to the Villa, you will participate in a cooking class with our Chef, where we will prepare an inviting four-course Italian meal, followed by dining on our creations. (B, T, L, D)
Day 5
Traditional Mediterranean Breakfast
Each morning, there will be a wonderful breakfast awaiting you with coffee, croissants, small pastries, charcuterie, local cheeses, cereal, fruit juice, fruit salads and fresh fruit, eggs, yogurt, and a selection of Mediterranean specialties.
Terracina Farmer's Market Tour | Coastal Tour of Gaeta | Gelato in Sperlonga! | Cooking Class with Dinner
After breakfast, we will visit the Farmer's Market to collect items for tonight's final seafood menu, with time for shopping. This will be followed by a tour of the Sanctuary of the Montagna Spaccata, with stunning views of the sea in the coastal town of Gaeta. Lunch will be served at a mountainside restaurant with picturesque views of the bay and sea. After lunch, we will explore the beautiful coastal town of Sperlonga, where you can enjoy gelato while exploring the city. Back at our Villa, together with our Chef, you will prepare a final four-course seafood meal to enjoy in our dining room, accompanied by wine and after-dinner liqueurs. (B, L, T, D)
Day 6
Traditional Mediterranean Breakfast
Each morning, there will be a wonderful breakfast awaiting you with coffee, croissants, small pastries, charcuterie, local cheeses, cereal, fruit juice, fruit salads and fresh fruit, eggs, yogurt, and a selection of Mediterranean specialties.
Free Day to Relax or Organize Optional Activities | Pizza Party Farewell Dinner
Today, after breakfast, the patio is yours to decide how to spend your free day. Whether you choose to take a local boat charter for a water tour, catch a ferry to the island of Ponza, or to simply relax at the beach, we will assist you in arranging transportation for these activities. As you cannot leave without savoring a delicious Italian pizza, dinner this evening will be at a local seaside restaurant.
Day 7
Traditional Mediterranean Breakfast
Each morning, there will be a wonderful breakfast awaiting you with coffee, croissants, small pastries, charcuterie, local cheeses, cereal, fruit juice, fruit salads and fresh fruit, eggs, yogurt, and a selection of Mediterranean specialties.
Check-out and Departure
It is time for your final breakfast, then pack your bags, gather up your newly acquired cooking skills, and return to Rome Airport. May the delightful people you have spent time with during your stay in Terracina become lifelong friends.
Terracina, ItalySan Felice Circeo, ItalySermoneta, ItalyGaeta, ItalySperlonga, ItalyPonza, ItalyRome, Italy
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