Le Marche Like a Local: 7-Day Authentic Italian Experience
tour features
| Length | 7 DAYS / 6 NIGHTS |
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| Key Information | Italy food and wine tours |
Discover the slow-paced lifestyle, pristine coastlines, and rich culinary traditions of Central Italy’s best-kept secret.
TOUR DESCRIPTION:
Day 1: Welcome to Le Marche & Countryside Relaxation
To begin with, you will touch down at Ancona-Falconara Airport.
Next, collect your rental car or meet your private driver before heading into the rolling hills.
After that, you can check in to a charming countryside farmhouse estate (agriturismo). Finally, unwind by the pool with a chilled glass of local Verdicchio wine, which leads into a warm farm-to-table welcome dinner.
Day 2: Ancona Exploration, Hands-On Pasta & Senigallia Coast
First, enjoy a guided stroll through Ancona and visit the hilltop San Ciriaco Cathedral.
In addition, you will join an interactive private Homemade Pasta Cooking Class. During this hands-on workshop, roll fresh dough with a traditional master cook (Sdora) and savor your fresh tagliatelle for lunch. Later, explore Senigallia, which is famous for its “Velvet Beach” and historic Rotonda a Mare.
Consequently, your evening remains free to discover Senigallia’s celebrated seafood dining scene.
Day 3: Olive Oil Traditions & Terracruda Winery Tour
First, enjoy a guided stroll through Ancona and visit the hilltop San Ciriaco Cathedral. In addition, you will join an interactive private Homemade Pasta Cooking Class.
During this hands-on workshop, roll fresh dough with a traditional master cook (Sdora) and savor your fresh tagliatelle for lunch.
Later, explore Senigallia, which is famous for its “Velvet Beach” and historic Rotonda a Mare. Consequently, your evening remains free to discover Senigallia’s celebrated seafood dining scene.
Day 4: Renaissance Urbino & Medieval Feast in Gradara
To start your day, explore Urbino (a UNESCO World Heritage Site) while visiting the majestic Ducal Palace and Raphael’s birthplace.
In addition, enjoy a unique Medieval-themed lunch inside the fortified walls of Gradara.
This experience includes dishes inspired by historical spiced recipes.
Afterward, take a guided visit to Gradara Castle—the setting of Dante’s legendary tale of Paolo and Francesca—and walk along the ancient ramparts. Finally, your evening ends with dinner at leisure.
Day 5: Travertine Ascoli Piceno & Honey Tasting at Azienda Agricola Il Riccio
First, travel south to Ascoli Piceno, which is known as the “City of a Hundred Towers.”
While walking through the travertine-paved Piazza del Popolo, stop at the historic Caffè Meletti to taste authentic Olive all’Ascolana.
Next, enjoy an eco-tour at Azienda Agricola Il Riccio.
During this visit, meet local beekeepers, learn about sustainable apiculture, take a nature walk, and sample artisanal honeys paired with regional cheeses.
Consequently, you will return home with a deeper appreciation for local flavors.
Day 6: The Spectacular Conero Riviera & Seafood Dining
In the morning, discover the dramatic cliffs and turquoise waters of the Conero Riviera.
Specifically, you will visit the picturesque coastal villages of Sirolo and Numana. In addition, savor a waterfront lunch featuring wild Portonovo mussels (Mosciolo Selvatico) paired with crisp Rosso Conero wine.
After that, take time to relax on hidden coves, join a boat trip, or hike Mount Conero’s scenic trails.
To wrap up the day, celebrate with a farewell dinner at a panoramic coastal restaurant.
Day 7: Farewell to Le Marche
First, enjoy a final artisanal breakfast featuring regional pastries, jams, and local espresso.
In addition, you will have free time for last-minute gourmet shopping to buy artisanal pasta, wine, and honey from Azienda Agricola Il Riccio.
Finally, transfer to Ancona Airport for your return flight home.
END OF SERVICES.
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6 Nights in selected boutique agriturismos / countryside hotels
- Airport / Hotel Transfers (Available upon request)
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Daily breakfast & scheduled lunches/dinners as detailed above
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Private pasta cooking class, wine tastings, & honey tour at Azienda Agricola Il Riccio
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Guided tours in Urbino, Gradara, and Ascoli Piceno
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City Tax
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Tips and personal expenses
Itinerary Flexibility & Unused Services
This program is indicative; therefore, the order of visits and overnight stays may vary. In the event of changes, we guarantee all mentioned admissions, except during unannounced closures of attractions. Furthermore, management cannot issue refunds for meals or visits missed due to late arrivals or early morning departures. Similarly, we do not provide refunds for any service, visit, or admission that the client chooses not to utilize.
Room Options & Supplements
We offer single rooms subject to availability at the indicated rates. However, once the initial allotment is filled, additional supplements may apply. Regarding families, we provide triple rooms for children strictly on request and subject to availability. In this case, our team will calculate the relevant rate at the time of the inquiry. Additionally, you may book extra nights before or after the tour upon request at the same hotel, although this remains subject to availability.
