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Food & wine
in northern italy
​& the italian riviera!
Two words to sum up northern Italy? Great. Food.
Eating isn’t just a part of the daily grind here—it’s a full-on art form. Stand beside the masters in their kitchens, farms, and wineries and learn the ins and outs of the region’s knockout delights. From wine on the Riviera to Parmigiano-Reggiano in Parma to fresh-cooked tagliatelle in Bologna, prepare to indulge in the best the region has to offer on this small group Food & Wine Tour.
12 days  |  14 days with Venice extension
July 17th - July 28th , 2027
Savings and important information! 
  • $75 discout​
  • Final Payment Deadline: April 25th, 2027
  • Spots: 21
Prefer to enroll over the phone?
  1. Call the EF Go Ahead team at 800.438.7672 & mention Chrissy Lepkowski (Tusker Travels) or 845-264-5278.
Your tour package includes:
  • 10 nights in handpicked hotels
  • 10 breakfasts
  • 3 lunches
  • 4 dinners with beer or wine
  • 2 wine tastings
  • 4 food tastings
  • 1 cooking class
  • 6 sightseeing tours
  • Expert Tour Director & local guides
  • Private deluxe motor coach
Included highlights:
  • Turin’s Palazzo Madama
  • Piedmont truffle hunt
  • Castle of Grinzane Cavour
  • Barolo wine tasting
  • Parmigiano-Reggiano tasting
  • Balsamic vinegar tasting
  • Piazza Maggiore market
  • Pasta-making class
  • Valpolicella wine tasting
  • Verona Arena
Pricing
$5,069 12-day tour
$6,673 12-day tour w/NYC airfare 
  • ​​During enrollment you can change the departure city 
  • You can cancel an EF Go Ahead Tours flight up to 90 days prior to departure.
  • You may opt to book your own flights
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Daily Itinerary

Payment Plans
Pay in full 
  • Visa, MasterCard, or direct debit are accepted 
  • 30-day refundable period 
Automatic payment plan (Recommended) 
  • $99 deposit per person 
  • Automatic monthly payment on date of your choosing 
  • Start payments up to 30 days after the deposit 
  • Must be setup through a checking account or debit card 
  • Final payment can be up to 25 days prior to departure 
Manual payment plan 
  • $300 deposit per person + insurance 
  • Payments can be made online, in the mobile app or over the phone 
  • 72-hour refundable period 
  • Balance is due 70 days prior to departure 
  • Visa, MasterCard are accepted
Rooming
  • Standard is Double Occupancy 
  • Single is available but at additional cost   

Trip Protection
  • Basic Trip Protection
  • Trip Protection
    • When you add Trip Protection (not the basic) within 3 days of enrolling on tour, you’ll receive:
    • Pre-Existing Condition Waiver
    • Any Reason Protection
 
Each plan provides you with coverage for:
  • •Tour cancellation and interruption 
  • •Baggage and personal effects 
  • •Travel and baggage delay 
  • •Accidents and sickness

More information on the EF website HERE.
Flights on Tour
​Round-trip flights are one more thing we handle to make your journey as smooth as possible. Our team of travel experts will find the best flight itinerary for you at a competitive rate, thanks to our partnerships with top airlines.
Add the EF Go Ahead Tours airfare and you'll get:
  • Round-trip flight for your tour
  • Airport transfers at your destination
  • A great price locked in today
  • 24/7 support from our dedicated service team
  • Options for arriving early, staying longer, or requesting an upgrade
  • Flexible rebooking options if your tour itinerary changes
  • More information on the EF website HERE.
Hotels on Tour
Specific accommodations will vary based on the departure date, but these are frequently used hotels for this tour and we're confident you'll be satisfied.
Turin - Hotel Victoria Torino
This classic hotel is located in the heart of Turin. Guests enjoy the luxury spa, complimentary bicycles, and on-site coffee house. Nearby you’ll find Valentino Park, Valentino Castle, and the Egyptian Museum.
Verona Countryside- Hotel Veronesi La Torre
This historic hotel is located in the Verona Countryside town of Dossobuono. Guests enjoy the hotel grounds which are in an ancient, renovated monastery as well as an outdoor pool, wellness center, and on-site coffee house. The hotel also offers cooking classes, bike tours, and hosts temporary art exhibitions
Italian Riviera - Mediterraneo Emotional Hotel & Spa
​This elegant hotel is located in Santa Margherita Ligure. Guests enjoy beautiful views from the terraces overlooking the garden, a luxurious spa with indoor pool and hot tub, and delicious dining options. Nearby, you'll find the historic Santa Margherita Ligure Castle, the scenic Villa Durazzo, and the picturesque Portofino.
Bologna - Hotel RomaThis classic hotel is located in Bologna's historic center. Guest's enjoy the outdoor terrace, on-site coffee house, and bar. Nearby you'll find the Towers of Bologna, Piazza Maggiore, and the Archaeological Museum of Bologna.

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