Passionate Palate Tours :: The Art of Wine, Food, and Travel

“Italian wine should speak dialect, not English.” - Tino Colla, Poderi Colla winery

Umbria and Le Marche

“The Undiscovered Heart of Italy”

July 11-18, 2010

Separated by the Apennine Mountains, Umbria and Le Marche share the treasures of picturesque country roads, ancient cities, noble wines, and strong culinary traditions.

“VIP tours” of top wineries in both regions.

Visit some of the most historic and picturesque towns and cities of central Italy –Rome, Orvieto, Assisi, Urbino and more.

Experience “Slow Travel” or travel that encompasses slowing down and living as the locals do, discovering the regional culture, food, nature, and wine.
Guided by an Italian wine and food expert who will explain the wines of the region – their history, their qualities, their differences, and the food traditions and culture of the areas.

A half-day cooking class using traditional recipes from Le Marche and local ingredients.

Stay in a fantastic location steps away from the famous Campo dei Fiori, one of the most ancient markets in Rome.
An intimate travel package – limited to 10 people, with transportation on a small bus and lots of time for exploring on your own. Be a traveler and not a tourist.

Included: breakfast and dinner daily (including wine), one lunch (including wine), wine tastings, classes, ground transportation (including driver tip), hotels, taxes, tolls, parking fees, translator/tour guide and lots of fun.

See www.passionatepalatetours.com for more details or call us at 1.562.354.6664.

This group is limited to 10 total. Spaces are filling quickly.

$2,599.00 per person (double occupancy)/$497.00 (single supplement)

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September 2010: Tuscan harvest wine tour. More details coming soon.

We still have more room for private, small group tours for 2010. Please call or email if you would like us to custom design your next family or group vacation/tour to Italy.