Designed for those who dream of leaving the routine of everyday life behind them, of packing a bag and heading off to unknown climes, ItalyTraveller’s Experiences for the month of May will take you throughout Italy, discovering the art and cuisine which, in the 18th century, made the country the principal destination of the Grand Tour.
The journey commences amidst the mountains of Valle d’Aosta, with a trip to Cogne and Hotel Bellevue’s three award-winning restaurants, before heading south, to Tuscany and the province of Siena, where to reap the benefits of Borgo la Bagnaia’s thermal waters and visit Abbadia Ardenga’s cellar museum devoted to the region’s world famous Brunello wine.
Hopping across the border, into Umbria, travelers will want to spend time savoring the small, landlocked region’s rich and varied cuisine, and make a trip to the ancient city of Spoleto, home to the prestigious International Culinary Academy. This month’s Grand Tour of Italy comes to a spectacular conclusion in the vibrant city of Naples, with a visit to the Museum of the Treasures of San Gennaro.
