WHATSCOOKIN in Tuscan Riviera
with Britt Bunyard
Oct. 8 - 17 2024
Program
Day 1 - Oct. 8, Tue
Arrival at Pisa Airport Galileo Galilei and transfer to Casa Piero in Viareggio. There will be a limited amount of transfers offered which will be established once everyone’s flight schedules are in. It is recommended you book a flight that lands after 11am and before 4pm. If you remain within our suggested time slot you can avoid having to wait at the airport for a long time if you should arrive too early or having to reach Casa Piero by your own means if you arrive too late. Viareggio is a seaside resort in northern Tuscany boasting a two-mile-long esplanade lined with decorative Art Nouveau and Art Deco buildings, historic cafés and fancy boutiques. Go on a walking tour and enjoy a gelato at one of the many excellent gelaterie in town. Welcome aperitifs and dinner.
Day 2 - Oct. 9, Wed
After breakfast visit Florence, cradle of the Renaissance and a city that needs no introductions. Go on a walk to see some of the extraordinary art and architecture the city is packed with. Lunch oyo, (approximately a three-mile walk). On returning to Viareggio have dinner in Casa Piero.
Day 3 - Oct. 10, Thu
After breakfast foray in the wooded park just a short walk away from Casa Piero. Lunch oyo and then visit the endearing city of Lucca, hidden behind imposing Renaissance walls. Its cobbled streets, handsome piazzas and shady promenades make it a perfect destination for an afternoon and with a ratio of 1 shop per every 3 inhabitants it's a great place for shopping. Return to Viareggio in the late afternoon/early evening. Dinner at Casa Piero.
Day 4 - Oct. 11, Fri
After breakfast, visit the Cinqueterre, a UNESCO World Heritage site, five ingeniously constructed fishing villages set amid a dramatic coastal scenery. Take a ferry down the coast from which we'll be hopping on and off to visit the towns. Dinner in the Villa.
Day 5 - Oct. 12, Sat
After breakfast meet local mycologists who will be taking you to foray in the nearby mountains. Have lunch in a local trattoria. In the afternoon visit Pietrasanta, a charming little town that has attracted celebrated artists from around the world. Artists like Henry Moore, Joan Mirò, Botero and Niki de Saint Phalle have at some point been drawn to this tiny artists' mecca. Beautiful palazzi, churches and lively cafés overlook the vast, open, central square that is frequently the site of whimsical sculpture exhibits. Return to Casa Piero. Dinner oyo.
Day 6 - Oct. 13, Sun
After breakfast foray in the San Rossore Park, the largest pine forest in Europe, made up of a lush wooded area, sandy dunes and boggy marshes. After lunch oyo see what is perhaps one of Italy’s most famous symbols: The Leaning Tower of Pisa. Admire the other stunning buildings that make up this majestic piazza. Be surprised to discover how many other noteworthy sights there are to see in this charming and lively university town. On returning to Viareggio take part in a fun hands-on cooking course preparing a full-course meal to have for dinner.
Day 7 - Oct. 14, Mon
After breakfast the local mycologists will be taking us to another great spot to go mushroom hunting. Have lunch in a local trattoria. In the afternoon visit the beautiful, late Baroque gardens of Villa Reale in Marlia with a stately, French-inspired rectangular pool, a Pan grotto, a nymphaeum, an English-style park and a most original, trimmed boxwood theater with terracotta statues depicting performers. Return to Viareggio for dinner oyo.
Day 8 - Oct. 15, Tue
After breakfast yet another mushroom foray awaits in another stunning location. Have lunch in a local trattoria. Visit one of the many reputable wineries found in the area and enjoy a wine tasting. Return to Casa Piero. Dinner oyo.
Day 9 - Oct. 16, Wed
After breakfast the local mycologists will take us on our final foray. Return to Viareggio and have lunch oyo. Free time in the afternoon before taking part in a cooking course to prepare your farewell dinner.
Day 10 - Oct. 17, Thu
After breakfast, departure from Pisa International airport Galileo Galilei. Check out time at villa is by 11 am. We recommend you book a flight that departs around noon (11 am – 2 pm). We will only offer a limited amount of transfers to airport therefore if you remain within our suggested time slot you can avoid having to wait at the airport for a long time if your flight departs very late or having to reach airport by your own means if your flight departs very early.
Gallery
FUN. REAL. ENLIGHTENING.
PRICE INCLUDES:
- ACCOMMODATION
- ALL TRANSPORTATION MENTIONED IN ITINERARY
- ENTRANCE FEES TO ALL ACTIVITIES MENTIONED IN THE ITINERARY;
- WALKING TOURS THROUGH ALL THE TOWNS;
- HANDS-ON COOKING LESSONS.
- ALL BREAKFASTS, MEALS MENTIONED IN ITINERARY.
- 6 MYCO FORAYS.
- WALKING TOURS THROUGH ALL THE TOWNS;
click here to see the gallery of Casa Piero in Viareggio
*All activities are subject to change on the basis of which options are deemed to be the most suitable in terms of current culinary standards, the weather conditions on a given day, and other relevant criteria.
Amenities
DOUBLE ROOMS ALL WITH PRIVATE BATHROOM
FREE WIFI
€ 3050
SHARING ROOM
AT THE MOMENT THIS TOUR IS ONLY FOR PEOPLE SHARING ROOM
Tour available for maximum 10 people
All payments must be made by bank transfer or credit cards. Please contact us to receive a booking form with our bank details, along with our terms & cancellation policy.
