Savory Terrain
2026 Trip Itinerary
August 23 - August 30
Sunday | ARRIVE IN ITALY!
Arrive in Bologna for afternoon pickup at airport or central train station. Drive 50 minutes to award-winning farmhouse estate in the beautiful foothills southwest of Bologna. Get-to-know-you session and snacks with hosts Emanuela and Massimo. Dinner at nearby restaurant.
Monday | E-bike tour in mountains
E-bike tour of Sassi di Roccamalatina Park in the Apennine mountains south of Modena. Lunch at a centuries-old inn. Return to estate for to relax. Dinner at a nearby restaurant.
Tuesday | PARMIGIANO REGGIANO & TRADITIONAL BALSAMIC TOURS
Tour the only Parmigiano Reggiano producer that uses milk from the rare Modenese white cow. Visit the Museum of Traditional Balsamic Vinegar of Modena for an in-depth tour and tasting with a balsamic master. Visit the private residence of a champion balsamic maker. Dinner in Modena.
Wednesday | FERRARI MUSEUM
Breakfast at villa. Visit Ferrari Museum in Maranello. Lunch at nearby bakery. Relaxing afternoon at villa. Dinner at restaurant.
Thursday | PROSCIUTTO TOUR + BOLOGNA
Light breakfast at villa. Visit one of the best prosciutto producers in Italy, where world-famous chef Massimo Bottura gets his meats. Fresh pasta lunch and special meat sampling included. Head to the beautiful city of Bologna in the afternoon to explore and eat amazing gelato. Dinner in Bologna
Friday | DAY IN FLORENCE
Breakfast at villa. Enjoy a beautiful drive to Florence where you'll get priority access to the famous Duomo, followed by lunch and free time to explore the city and shop. Walk to iconic Piazzale Michelangelo for a stunning sunset view of the city. Dinner at one of Florence's best sandwich shops. Return to villa.
Saturday | FARM-TO-FORK PASTA CLASS
Breakfast at villa. Farm-to-fork cooking experience where you'll make and eat delicious pasta in a home owned by the same family since Roman times. Return to villa. Dinner at nearby restaurant.
Sunday | DEPARTURE
Morning drop off at Bologna airport or at Bologna Central Station for return home or continued travel.