BOLOGNA, CHIANTI, ITALIAN RIVIERA & TURIN
Savor a sampling of Italy’s greatest culinary hits from a prosciutto tasting in Parma to a wine tasting at a Chianti Valley farmhouse to a pesto pasta cooking class in the Italian Riviera. This 10-day limited edition tour with international airfare takes us all over northern Italy from Bologna down to Turin. Between our foodie adventures, we’ll discover some of Italy’s most incredible destinations and sights including San Gimignano’s fascinating medieval architecture, the colorful buildings of Cinque Terre, Turin’s baroque architecture, and more!
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Itinerary at
a Glance
- Overnight, non-stop international flight
- 2 nights in Bologna
- 2 nights in Pontedera (Chianti Region)
- 2 nights in Rapallo (Italian Riviera)
- 2 nights in Turin
Tour
Highlights
- 3-course dinner in Bologna featuring local cuisine
- Parmigiano Cheese and Parma Ham Tasting in Parma with special Tortellini Lunch
- Visit a farmhouse in the Chianti Valley (Tuscany) for wine tasting accompanied by Pecorino & Bruschetta
- Tour a pasta-making factory in Chianti
- San Gimignano
- Pesto pasta cooking class
- Underground winery cave with Spumante tasting
- Guided tour of Turin
- Wine tasting and tour at Wine Bank, a historical memory museum of Italian wines
Max. Group Size: 20 Passengers
Your Tour
Includes
- Round-trip international airfare from New York (JFK) (passengers may also book this tour without flights)
- Airfare taxes, fees & fuel surcharges
- Accommodations at first-class hotels
- Porterage service at hotels except Chianti (1 luggage per person)
- Ground transportation in an air-conditioned motor coach
- 12 meals: 7 breakfasts, 2 lunches & 3 dinners plus 7 additional tastings
- Comprehensive sightseeing tours including admission fees as indicated in the itinerary
- Top-rated, professional English-speaking Tour Director throughout
Tour Itinerary
Depart USA
Depart the U.S. today on your overnight, non-stop flight to Milan.
*Passengers who did not purchase flights will join the tour in Milan on Day 2.
Milan/Bologna
Parma
Bologna
Bologna/Radda in Chianti
Chianti Valley
Chianti Valley/Italian Riviera
Cinque Terre
Italian Riviera/Canelli/Turin
Turin
Turin/USA
After breakfast today, we’ll transfer to the airport for our return flight back to the U.S.
*The tour will end for passengers who did not purchase flights on Day 10 in Turin.
Guided Tour Pricing
Prices and dates below include round-trip airfare from New York (JFK). Travelers may choose to purchase the tour only, and arrange their own arrival in destination.
Rates are per person based on double occupancy.
Single room supplement is $549
For more information on this tour, please contact us here or call us during business hours (Mon-Fri, 9:00am – 5:30pm EST) at 800-337-7773.
Reservations and Payments
Reservations can be made by phone (1-800-337-7773) and will be confirmed upon receipt of your non-refundable, non-transferable deposit, which must be received at the time of reservation. Deposits are $99 per person for all 2021 departures, and $300 per person for all 2022 departures. Full payment is due 90 days prior to departure. Baggage fees may apply. Space and prices subject to availability. Please see the smarTours Terms and Conditions for complete booking information.
Optional Tours Customize your trip with these optional tours.
These tours are available to pre-book! Optional tours are subject to change. Currently, these tours must be pre-booked and cannot be booked in-destination.
Truffle Hunting Experience
- Radda in Chianti
- From approx. $82 Per Person
Truffles can take years to mature and are found underground near trees like oak, poplar, beech and birch which makes them hard to find. This delicacy was prized by nobles across Europe and people have often relied on animals like pigs and dogs to locate them. On our optional tour, enjoy a truffle hunting experience with a delicious tasting of local products.
AVAILABLE TO PRE-BOOK!
Discovery of Rapallo, Santa Margherita & Portofino by Boat
- Italian Riviera
- From approx. $25 Per Person
Wine Experience with Sommelier
- Cinque Terre
- From approx. $59 Per Person
Enjoy 3 half glasses of Cinque Terre white wine from different cellars, using the sense of sight, the sense of smell, and the sense of taste. The tour will be guided by a professional sommelier.
AVAILABLE TO PRE-BOOK!
Featured Accommodations
Hotel Armonia
PontederaPiazza Caduti Divisione Acqui Cefalonia Corfù, 11, 56025 Pontedera PI, Italy
Before You Depart
COVID-19 UPDATE
Departing the U.S.: For the safety of everyone in the group, smarTours has implemented some COVID-19 travel requirements which apply to all tours regardless of destination. To learn more, click here.
Returning to the U.S.: In accordance with U.S. entry requirements, smarTours will arrange testing for the group in destination. Full details and requirements can be accessed here. More details including cost will be added when available.
Note: If you are traveling with us on a land-only basis please share your travel plans with us and let us know if you will also need to be tested with the rest of the group.
Please note entry requirements are changing rapidly. For up-to-date information, please click the links below.
- Entry requirements
- State Department Travel Advisory Updates (Italy)
- Center for Disease Control Updates & Information (Italy)
FLIGHT INFORMATION
Your flights between the U.S. and Italy will are on the following airlines with the corresponding schedules. We recommend that you check-in at least three-and-a-half hours before the scheduled departure.
Please make sure to allow sufficient time for clearing customs and immigration if you are planning a connecting flight. We recommend at least three-and-a-half hours. Please note that flight schedules are subject to change without prior notice.
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Departure Date |
Airline | Depart JFK | Arrive JFK |
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2022: All Dates |
Emirates | 11:00 PM | 7:00 PM |
ADVANCE SEAT ASSIGNMENT
The airlines above do not assign seats in advance. Seat assignments can only be arranged at the airport upon check-in. If you have a preferred seating choice, please make sure you check-in for your flight as early as possible. These airlines do not offer any frequent flyer miles.
LAND-ONLY TRAVELERS
International flights to/from the U.S. are not included. Land-only travelers are responsible for arranging the entry and exit flights, as well as their arrival and departure transfers. smarTours cannot be held responsible for any damage caused by air schedule changes and delays. Unused land services are non-refundable.
Main Tour Only: Land-only services start upon independent check-in at your Bologna hotel on Day 2 of the itinerary and end after breakfast at your Rome hotel on Day 12.
PASSPORT AND VISA INFORMATION
You must possess a passport valid for at least 6 months after the date of travel. No visa is required for U.S. passport holders. Non-U.S. citizens should check with the respective consulates as to the most current visa requirements to all their travel destinations. Please remember that it is your responsibility to obtain the necessary travel documents before the trip.
TICKETS AND FINAL DOCUMENTS
Your airline tickets, along with final instructions and additional travel tips, will be sent to you 7–10 days before the scheduled departure of your tour. Please make sure to advise us in case your address changes.
HEALTH REQUIREMENTS
Immunizations are not currently required; however, you should consult your personal physician, local public health authorities or the Center of Disease Control (CDC) as to their suggestions.
CLIMATE
You may expect daytime high temperatures ranging in the 50s and 70s.
NON-INCLUDED MEALS AND SIGHTSEEING
The hotels used on this tour offer several dining choices, ranging from coffee shop to specialty restaurants. The average cost for dinner (excluding drinks) in the coffee shop is about $20-25 per meal, per person. Optional sightseeing tours and evening activities will be offered. Your hotel will accept credit cards for your non-included meals.
CREDIT CARDS AND LOCAL CURRENCY
Hotels and some stores accept major credit cards. However, for “street shopping,” you will need local currency. You can either exchange U.S. Dollars into local currency in advance of your trip, or you may use your debit card to withdraw local currency from an ATM. It is recommended that you bring along cash in small denominations.
BAGGAGE
Each passenger may bring one piece of checked-in luggage (suitcase) and one carry-on piece. We recommend that you do not overpack and that you take a variety of separates with climate and comfort in mind.