Intimate Luxury Tours
Unforgettable Culinary Experiences
PORTUGAL CULINARY DISCOVERY - August 25th - Sept. 1st, 2026
hosted by Anna & Michael Olson
Only 15 spots
Experience Highlights: Hands-on Pastel de Nata workshop with master pastry chef; Traditional bread-making in historic Douro Valley village; Walking food tours through Lisbon and Porto’s local tascas; Private Quinta wine estate visits with Moscatel tastings; Historic Port wine cellar experiences.
Trip Details:
- Duration: 7 nights
- Location: Portugal – Lisbon, Setúbal, Óbidos, Nazaré, Porto, Douro Valley, Favaios
- Group Size: 15 guests
Culinary Focus: Authentic Portuguese pastry techniques; Traditional bread-making methods; Regional petiscos and tavern cuisine; Port and Moscatel wine varietals; Atlantic seafood specialties; Ginjinha cherry liqueur; Wood-fired oven baking traditions; Douro Valley regional dishes.
What Makes This Tour Special: Exclusive access to 250-year-old Port wine cellars; Behind-the-scenes visits to family-run quintas and traditional bakeries; UNESCO Creative City exploration in medieval Óbidos; Scenic Douro River cruise with wine tastings; Expert local guides sharing centuries-old culinary secrets; Perfect autumn timing for harvest season; Blend of coastal and inland Portuguese traditions; Farewell dinner at historic Graham’s Port Lodge with panoramic views
CROATIA'S MARVELS DISCOVERY - MAY 23RD - 30TH, 2026
hosted by Anna & Michael Olson
Few spots left
Experience Highlights: UNESCO World Heritage Dubrovnik exploration; Traditional Croatian cooking classes; Fresh oyster and mussel farm experiences; Exclusive wine tastings in Pelješac peninsula; Marco Polo’s birthplace visit in Korčula.
- Duration: 7 nights
- Location: Croatia – Dubrovnik, Korčula Island, Pelješac Peninsula, Ston Group
- Size: 15 guests
Culinary Focus: Traditional Dalmatian cuisine; Plavac Mali wine varietals; Fresh Adriatic seafood specialties; Authentic peka cooking under the bell; Traditional island pastries (klašuni and cukarini); Farm-to-table experiences.
What Makes This Tour Special: Private oyster farm boat excursions with tastings; Behind-the-scenes access to family-run wineries; Hands-on cooking classes with local experts; Medieval fortress cities exploration; Perfect spring timing for coastal cuisine; Authentic rural estate experiences at Kameni Dvori
FROM ROME TO THE AMALFI COAST - MAY 31ST - June 7TH, 2026
hosted by Anna & Michael Olson
Few spots left
Experience Highlights: Royal Palace of Caserta guided tour; Hands-on cooking class at historic farmhouse; Private boat excursion along Amalfi Coast to Capri; Vesuvius vineyard wine tastings; Exclusive limoncello experience in century-old lemon groves.
- Duration: 7 nights
- Location: Italy – Rome, Caserta, Castellammare di Stabia, Sorrento, Pompeii, Positano, Capri.
- Group Size: 15 guests
Culinary Focus: Authentic Neapolitan pizza traditions; Campanian wine exploration including Vesuvius varietals; Fresh mozzarella and cheese making; Traditional pasta production at historic Gragnano pastificio; Sorrento lemon cultivation and products; Frascati DOCG wine tastings.
EGYPT ENCHANTMENT EXPEDITION - March 17th - 27th, 2026
Cairo, Nile River Cruise & The Red Sea
Sold out – waiting list available
- Duration: 11 nights
- Location: Egypt – Cairo, Aswan, Nile River Cruise, Luxor, Hurghada, Red Sea
- Group Size: 12 guests
PIEDMONT CULINARY JOURNEY September 22-29, 2025
hosted by Anna & Michael Olson
Waiting list available
Experience Highlights: Exclusive excursions in the Piemonte Region; Private tastings at prestigious Barolo wineries; Artisanal chocolate-making workshops; Intimate group dining experiences
Trip Details:
- Duration: 7 nights
- Location: Piedmont region, Italy
- Group Size: Very limited for personalized attention
Culinary Focus: Traditional Piedmontese cuisine; World-renowned Barolo wines; Artisanal chocolate traditions; Seasonal truffle experiences; Behind-the-scenes producer visits
What Makes This Tour Special: Expert guidance by Giovanni from FTD Agency; Access to private estates and producers; Small group size ensuring intimate experiences; Perfect timing for autumn harvest season; Blend of luxury and authentic local experiences
FRENCH COOKING ADVENTURE May 25-June 1, 2025
hosted by Anna & Michael Olson
SOLD OUT!
Experience Highlights: Hands-on cooking workshops with Anna & Michael; Traditional French market visits; Exclusive wine tastings; Intimate dining experiences in historic settings
Trip Details:
- Duration: 7 nights
- Location: France – Lyon, La Garde Adhemar
- Group Size: 12 guests
Culinary Focus: Classic French cooking techniques; Regional wine exploration; Local market ingredients; Artisanal producer visits; Traditional French pastry-making
What Makes This Tour Special: Personal instruction from Anna & Michael Olson; Behind-the-scenes access to local producers; Small group ensuring individual attention; Perfect spring timing in France; Blend of hands-on learning and luxury experiences
