The Magic of Cilento: Oct. 17-24, 2026
Italy
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9 DAYS: Saturday, October 17-Sunday, October 24, 2026
The coastal region of Cilento, with its breathtaking landscapes, millennia-old history, and vibrant culture, is one of Southern Italy's most fascinating and still unknown destinations. Located in the Campania region, stretching along the Tyrrhenian Sea from Paestum to the Gulf of Policastro, Cilento is known for a diverse landscape that includes mountains, valleys and over 100 kilometers or pristine beaches. This unique trip to a most unique region of Italy is an experience you won’t want to miss! Our home base is Santa Maria di Castellabate, a charming small seaside town in south-west Italy famous for its wide sandy beaches, clear turquoise sea and a coastline that regularly wins the Blue Flag award for cleanliness. Tip: Take an evening stroll along the palm-lined promenade of Lungomare Perrotti with views of the sea and the silhouette of the old town above you. Our trip begins with a walk through Castellabate’s cobblestone streets, scenic arches, lively squares and a chance to view the sweeping views of the Tyrrhenian Sea. We’ll head into the Cilento countryside for a wine-tasting experience and sip fine local wines paired with artisanal delicacies. Discover the underground world of the Pertosa-Auletta Caves - the only natural cave in Europe that offers a voyage on an underground river. Visit the UNESCO World Heritage site of the Charterhouse of Padula – a monastic complex with a precious artistic heritage of baroque art. Explore Acciaroli, a quaint seaside village 40 miles south of the Amalfi Coast which sports the legend that an aging local fisherman took Ernest Hemingway fishing and became the inspiration for his Old Man and the Sea. Head to Pioppi and see the Mediterranean Diet Museum. Today, we’ll meet with local chefs and participate in a hand-on cooking class. Prepare – and eat! – a full Cilentan meal using fresh, organic ingredients from the region. Next, we’ll start the day at the Archeological Park in Paestum. Seemingly wild and unexplored, this is nothing like over-crowded Pompeii. Our day ends with a visit to a local mozzarella farm for a tasting before a farewell dinner at the hotel.
Round-trip regularly scheduled ITA Airways flights from Boston to Naples, via Rome.
Six nights’ four-star accommodations: Grand Hotel Santa Maria dei Castellabate (or similar)
Eleven meals: 6 continental/buffet breakfasts, welcome and farewell dinners with wine
Wine tasting with local specialties
Lunch at an agriturismo
Hands-on cooking class followed by lunch
Escorted, private, round-trip airport/hotel transfers
Services of professional local Tour Manager
Castellabate visit. Wine tasting experience with snacks. Pertosa-Auletta Caves and Padula excursion. Visits to Acciaroli and Pioppi. Hands-on cooking class with lunch. Excursion to Paestum Archeological Park and visit to Mozzarella farm.
Grand Hotel Santa Maria
Via Senatore Peppino Manente Comunale
84048 – Castellabate (SA)
Phone: (+39) 0974 961001
Set on its private beach, Grand Hotel Santa Maria is 984 feet from Santa Maria di Castellabate center. Its restaurant offers Cilento specialties and a buffet breakfast. Rooms have pastel color schemes and tiled floors. All air-conditioned, they also feature a TV and mini-bar. Breakfast is both sweet and savory, while the restaurant is open daily for lunch and dinner. The medieval town of Castellabate is 5 mi away.
Prices are per person double occupancy. Single supplement is $360. Triple accommodations may be available upon request. Fuel surcharge, air taxes and fees subject to change. Passport required. Per person deposit is $500. (land only pricing available if you prefer to make your own air arrangements)
Please note – if you wish to extend your tour or request air or hotel upgrades, please advise us at the time of booking.
Please note that this tour includes a guided walking tours where you can expect to encounter hills, uneven surfaces, cobblestone streets, unpaved roads and stairs. Participants should be able to walk for extended periods, typically around 2-3 hours a day and stand for long periods during the guided tours.
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