REGION VISITED:
Calabria
PLACES VISITED:
Altomonte, Civita, Morano, Cosenza
SUGGESTED DURATION:
5 Days
Step into a world of timeless beauty and rich traditions with our 5-day, 4-night Calabria tour, designed to showcase the most enchanting villages of Cosenza. This immersive journey takes you through charming medieval streets, breathtaking landscapes, and the vibrant culture of Southern Italy. Uncover the region’s secrets as you explore Altomonte’s Gothic treasures, savor traditional Calabrian cuisine, and experience the unique Arbereshe heritage in Civita. With every step, you’ll discover why Calabria is a destination like no other. Whether you’re an art lover, history buff, or foodie, this tour promises a vacation filled with unforgettable moments.
Upon your arrival at Lamezia Terme International Airport or Train Station, your private driver will greet you and transport you to a charming boutique hotel in the heart of Altomonte. Settle into your home for the next four nights, surrounded by the serene beauty of this historic village.
After a warm welcome and a refreshing drink, take time to relax and explore the enchanting surroundings at your leisure. In the evening, prepare for a delightful start to your journey with a traditional Calabrian dinner, featuring the region’s finest ingredients.
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Begin your day with a guided tour of Altomonte’s historic center, renowned for its Gothic Angioino architecture. Visit the stunning church of Santa Maria della Consolazione and a local artisan’s pottery workshop, where traditional methods come to life.
Continue your journey to a historic olive mill, where you’ll learn the art of extra virgin olive oil production. A guided tasting and rustic lunch highlight the flavors of Calabria’s green gold.
In the afternoon, travel to Morano Calabro, perched amidst the dramatic Pollino National Park. Explore its medieval castle and winding streets, then enjoy an exclusive performance of traditional Lira Calabrese music by a master craftsman.
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Journey to Civita, a village celebrated for its Arbereshe culture, where ancient Albanian traditions thrive. Discover its distinctive architecture, including houses with facades resembling human faces, and savor a traditional lunch inspired by Arbereshe gastronomy.
In the evening, explore Cosenza, the “Athens of Calabria.” Wander through its historic old town, marvel at the Cosenza Cathedral, and admire contemporary sculptures along Corso Mazzini’s open-air museum. Visit the National Gallery at Palazzo Arnone and conclude your day with dinner at a local trattoria.
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Today, enjoy a delightful golf cart tour at a renowned organic farm, where you’ll learn about the production of wine, olive oil, salami, and cheese. The tour concludes with a delicious farm-to-table lunch.
In the evening, roll up your sleeves for an engaging Calabrian cooking class. Learn to prepare iconic regional dishes and celebrate your newfound culinary skills with a memorable dinner.
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After breakfast, your private driver will escort you to your next destination, leaving you with lasting memories of Calabria’s beauty and charm.
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To initiate a tailor-made tour with Vita Calabra Tours, travelers should first complete our survey (CLICK HERE) to gather essential travel information. After submitting the form, a Vita Calabra Tours travel specialist will contact you within 24-48 hours. While not mandatory, a follow-up phone call, which we may invite you to, can be incredibly useful for understanding your needs. Within 7-10 days of your request, you’ll receive a customized tailor-made tour proposal, tailored to the information gathered in the initial phase.
If the proposal from our travel designer meets your needs, we will proceed to the booking phases, which include signing the travel contract and making a 30% deposit of the total tour cost.
There’s no minimum or maximum duration for our tailor-made tours. As this service is fully customized, travelers have complete freedom to decide the length of their journey according to their preferences.
For Tailor Made tours, there’s no set rule for how far in advance you need to book. However, last-minute bookings may face limitations in terms of availability of accommodations, experiential activities, drivers, and other services. Moreover, costs for last-minute requests might be higher. Our advice is to book your tailor-made journey well in advance to enjoy all the possible advantages that come with ample planning time.
Our cancellation policies are stated in the booking form and in the travel terms and conditions, which are as follows:
30% non-refundable deposit due at the time of confirmation.
50-46 days before arrival: 50% penalty.
45-31 days before arrival: 75% penalty.
30 days or less before arrival: 100% penalty.
Note: Cancellations must be requested via email at [email protected] and it is necessary for the tour operator to respond with an official confirmation of receipt of the cancellation request. If you do not receive a confirmation email within 24-48 hours of your cancellation request, please contact the tour operator again, either via email or by phone at the number listed in our contacts, to ensure that your request reaches our office. Once the cancellation receipt is confirmed by email, the cancellation policies included in these FAQs and in the travel contract will apply.
At Vita Calabra Tours, we do not charge a fee for creating a tailor-made tour proposal. We believe in offering a seamless and enjoyable planning experience without additional costs. Once you reach out to us with your ideas and preferences, we’ll work diligently to design an itinerary that suits your interests and budget. This initial proposal is our way of introducing you to the unique experiences we can create, with no obligation on your part until you decide to book the tour.
A tailor-made tour by Vita Calabra Tours is entirely customizable to meet your needs, whether you are a solo traveler or planning a trip for your entire family, friends, cousins, and neighbors. We are always happy and able to accommodate your specific requirements. However, for optimal tour experience, we recommend not exceeding a total of 20 people.
The inclusion of a tour leader in our tailor-made tours is not automatic but can be requested. We are flexible in accommodating this feature based on your specific needs and preferences for the tour.
Flights are not included in our tours. Nonetheless, we are more than willing to offer necessary information and guidance, ensuring clients can secure suitable flight options through their trusted travel agents.
During our tours, we offer private transfers, including minivans, minibuses, sedans, or SUVs, ensuring comfort and convenience. Vita Calabra Tours employs only qualified professionals with the appropriate licenses, adhering strictly to current passenger transport regulations. In some cases, particularly in destinations with robust transportation infrastructure, our travel specialists might recommend using high-speed trains or domestic flights for transfers between distant locations, to optimize your travel experience.