Tropea Half-day Tour with Local Tastings

Calabrian farm tour with cheese-making demo and authentic lunch

Agriturismo Caridà is a local dairy farm where tradition meets taste. This culinary trip offers you the opportunity to dive into the authentic charm of Calabrian traditions and get up close to cheese-making traditions in the dairy. You'll be in for a sensory treat with a cheese-making demo. Watch as the experts put their skills to use creating a classic local Pecorino cheese. Alessia, one of our expert local guides, says, "Here at the agriturismo Caridà, the Pecorino del Poro cheese is the flagship product. It is made using traditional methods with local sheep's milk. Pecorino in Italian means little sheep."Your authentic Calabrian experience takes place in a working farm, so be ready for rustic surroundings and truly genuine farm produce - it's a simple setup but gives you an insight into local specialities. And that's not all - while you are waiting for the cheese to be finished off, you will try your hand at rolling your own handmade pasta with a demonstration from an expert chef. After working up an appetite, it's time to sit down for a typical lunch featuring your handmade creations and a variety of locally sourced products. Every bite tells a story of Calabria's culinary heritage, making this more than just a meal - it's a feast for the senses. After a day of nurturing your foodie skills and gastronomic curiosity, we'll return to base with a better understanding of the traditions of Agriturismo Caridà and Calabria's culinary heritage.

Full-day olive oil farm and Nicotera tour with Calabrian lunch

Explore the heart of rural Calabria and uncover the secrets of olive oil production on this tour. You'll enjoy touring the rows of silver-green olive trees by tractor and trailer at a local oil farm and factory, followed by local lunch and a visit to the hilltop town of Nicotera. Nico, one of our expert local guides, says, ‘You'll witness the journey of the olive from tree to table on this tour and see how tradition and nature work together to produce some of Italy's finest olive oils.' Kick off your adventure with a scenic drive towards the lush olive groves. Here, you'll hop on a rustic tractor to see where these little green gems start their story. After you've worked up an appetite, it'll be time to treat your tastebuds to a feast of flavours inspired by Calabria's culinary heritage. Your lunch is prepared with locally sourced ingredients, many made with the region's liquid gold - Calabrian olive oil. Your menu features handmade pasta, local cheeses, and a selection of local products that offer a true taste of the land. After lunch, continue your journey to the historic town of Nicotera. Wander through its ancient streets, absorb the authentic atmosphere, and admire the architecture of timeless monuments such as the Ruffo Castle and the Cathedral of Santa Maria Assunta. The hilltop location of this ancient settlement offers great coastal views, as well as over the nearby olive groves. Get your cameras ready to snap the perfect picture before wrapping things up and heading back to your hotel.

Vineyard tour and wine-tasting in Calabria

This is an authentic Calabrian winery tour with a difference. Run by larger-than-life Calabrian Cosmo Rombolà, the Cantina Masicei vineyards boast an unbeatable location on slopes overlooking the Tropean coastline. You'll learn about the wine growing and making processes from the experts before rounding off the visit with a tasting session of Cosmo's organic wines paired with local delicacies. Olivia, one of our local guides, says, “Calabria has always been a land of strong characters - the wine here reflects that. Nothing is shy, nothing is rushed.”The winery is testament to one family's dedication to reviving and honouring the agricultural heritage of the Brattiroese territory and beyond. It's more than just wine-making - it's a commitment to the land, a return to roots, and a celebration of the territory's generous spirit. “From these slopes, you can taste the sea and the mountains in the same glass. That's very Calabrian,” Olivia adds.Here you'll enjoy a tasting of four wines, each telling its own story of the terroir and the dedication of the Rombolà family. This experience is an intimate glimpse into a tradition that melds respect for nature with the art of winemaking, offering organically produced wines that echo the family's philosophy of harmony with the land.

Pizzo half-day tour from Tropea with tartufo truffle tasting

Small cobble streets, sea air and a chocolaty dessert – you can expect all three on this tour. From Tropea, you'll head to Pizzo and make your way down to the Piedigrotta cave-church, where faith and folklore are carved straight into the rock. Back in town, you'll wander Pizzo's old streets on a guided tour, pausing for stories and photo opportunities at coastal viewpoints. Then comes the sweet part, a live Tartufo di Pizzo demo and tasting. After you've had your fill of this chocolate truffle treat, you're free to wander and settle into Calabria at your own pace.

Aeolian Islands by Dinghy Boat

Zoom across the waves for a sun-soaked adventure in the Tyrrhenian Sea. You'll speed across to Panarea for a dip in the water and some island exploration, then zip over to Stromboli to marvel at its volcanic beauty – all from the comfort of a rubber dinghy. Snorkel, swim, and soak up the sun on a boat ride to remember.

Gerace town tour with tasting session of local products

Officially one of the Italy's prettiest towns, Gerace definitely deserves all the attention it can get. And on this full day tour you'll travel to this photogenic medieval town for a walking tour and a tasting of products with bergamot – the green gold of Calabria.

Tropea Half-day Tour with Local Tastings

This half day tour packs in all Tropea's must-sees. Perched on a clifftop above the Tyrrhenian Sea on the Coast of the Gods, it's a showstopper. Kick off with a guided walk through the historic centre, where you'll get a taste of both past and present. Plus, you'll get to sample typical Calabrese specialities such as onion preserves and chutneys, nduja – a spicy salami – cheeses and more. Afterwards, you'll have free time to continue exploring at your own pace.

Tropea & Capo Vaticano Boat Tour

It's no accident that this stunning stretch of Calabria's coastline is known as the ‘Coast of the Gods'. Sail along the coast, taking in the sun-soaked beauty of spots such as, Capo Vaticano, Formicoli, with its famous Skeleton Cave and Riaci Bay, stopping to snorkel in clear waters along the way.

Experience Sicily Tour

On this tour you'll cross the Strait of Messina by ferry and explore the island that's virtually a country in itself – Sicily. And while the drive is long, some trips are worth it. This trip gives you the perfect introduction to Taormina, with around four hours of free time to explore.It all begins with a journey through some spectacular scenery. Travelling along untouched areas of the Calabrian countryside, you'll take in wow-factor panoramas between mountain and sea before crossing the strait to Sicily. Hit dry land and we'll head to Taormina where there's free time to explore the historic monuments and hilltop vistas.A must-see is the ancient Greek theatre – perched atop cliffs over the Med, you can see Mount Etna lurking on the horizon. You'll also have a chance to shop on the quaint high-street and do some exploring on your own.

Stromboli night tour

Life on Stromboli is dominated by the active volcano that gives the island its name. Cruise over from Tropea and you'll spend the afternoon exploring the village of San Vincenzo before trying to catch the ‘Sciara del fuoco' explosions against the night sky.