Vegan Cooking School with Michele Granuzzo
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Day 1 – Saturday, September 10 - Pompeii and Cilento
Arrive at Naples Capodichino International Airport (NAP) and board your private moto coach for the journey south to the Cilento region and the Villa La Ginestra in Castel San Lorenzo. Along the way, we'll make a stop at the ancient city of Pompeii. Frozen in time by the nearby Mount Vesuvius, Pompeii is one of the few sites where an ancient city has been preserved in exact detail - everything from jars and tables to paintings and people were frozen in time over 1900 years ago. Enjoy a guided tour of this UNESCO World Heritage Site; free time for lunch and shopping. After checking into the villa, the remainder of the day is yours to relax, before rejoining your party for a welcome dinner with chef Michele Granuzzo.
Accommodations: Private Villa in Cilento
Meals: Dinner
Day 2 – Sunday, September 11 - The Best of Cilento
Step back in time and see how southern Italy REALLY lived. The day's first stop is the medieval castle of Roccadaspide. Over 800 years old, the castle is one of the best in the region and the castle's owner will personally take you on a tour. As it is Sunday, you'll enjoy a traditional six-course family dinner at a lovely agriturismo located in the beautiful countryside. Afterwards, we'll return to the villa to relax and enjoy a local Campania region wine and olive oil tasting.
Accommodations: Private Villa in Cilento
Meals: Breakfast, Lunch and Dinner
Day 3 – Monday, September 12 - Full cooking lesson with Michele Granuzzo
After breakfast, we'll start with our full cooking lesson 3 courses Everyone can participate. In the evening we will spend free time in the seaside village of Agropoli.
Accommodations: Private Villa in Cilento
Meals: Breakfast, Lunch and light Dinner
Day 4 – Tuesday, September 13 - Monastery of Padula
Spend the day at the Monastery of Padula, a UNESCO World Heritage Site that is a blend of Italy's religious and crusader past. Off the beaten path, this sixteenth-century monastery is prized for its architectural splendor and rich collection of artistic treasures. After a tour and free time, we'll have a meal based on the famous mountain potato in a beautiful restored villa. Our last stop is Joe Petrosino Museum. Then we will head back to the villa for our pizza cooking course. We will all make pizza together in our wood burning oven.
Accommodations: Private Villa in Cilento
Meals: Breakfast, Lunch and Napolitano Pizza Dinner
Arrive at Naples Capodichino International Airport (NAP) and board your private moto coach for the journey south to the Cilento region and the Villa La Ginestra in Castel San Lorenzo. Along the way, we'll make a stop at the ancient city of Pompeii. Frozen in time by the nearby Mount Vesuvius, Pompeii is one of the few sites where an ancient city has been preserved in exact detail - everything from jars and tables to paintings and people were frozen in time over 1900 years ago. Enjoy a guided tour of this UNESCO World Heritage Site; free time for lunch and shopping. After checking into the villa, the remainder of the day is yours to relax, before rejoining your party for a welcome dinner with chef Michele Granuzzo.
Accommodations: Private Villa in Cilento
Meals: Dinner
Day 2 – Sunday, September 11 - The Best of Cilento
Step back in time and see how southern Italy REALLY lived. The day's first stop is the medieval castle of Roccadaspide. Over 800 years old, the castle is one of the best in the region and the castle's owner will personally take you on a tour. As it is Sunday, you'll enjoy a traditional six-course family dinner at a lovely agriturismo located in the beautiful countryside. Afterwards, we'll return to the villa to relax and enjoy a local Campania region wine and olive oil tasting.
Accommodations: Private Villa in Cilento
Meals: Breakfast, Lunch and Dinner
Day 3 – Monday, September 12 - Full cooking lesson with Michele Granuzzo
After breakfast, we'll start with our full cooking lesson 3 courses Everyone can participate. In the evening we will spend free time in the seaside village of Agropoli.
Accommodations: Private Villa in Cilento
Meals: Breakfast, Lunch and light Dinner
Day 4 – Tuesday, September 13 - Monastery of Padula
Spend the day at the Monastery of Padula, a UNESCO World Heritage Site that is a blend of Italy's religious and crusader past. Off the beaten path, this sixteenth-century monastery is prized for its architectural splendor and rich collection of artistic treasures. After a tour and free time, we'll have a meal based on the famous mountain potato in a beautiful restored villa. Our last stop is Joe Petrosino Museum. Then we will head back to the villa for our pizza cooking course. We will all make pizza together in our wood burning oven.
Accommodations: Private Villa in Cilento
Meals: Breakfast, Lunch and Napolitano Pizza Dinner
Day 5 Wednesday, September 14 - Palinuro
We'll head west to the Cilento Coast, to the sea towns that hug the cliffs and their spectacular views. We will board a boat in Palinuro and ride down the coast. Stopping in the "blue grotto" and the Beach of Arco Naturale, then the most famous Buondormire Beach, accessible only by sea. Free time to swim or enjoy a drink. Lastly we will head back to the villa to have our cooking lesson with Michele.
Accommodations: Private Villa in Cilento
Meals: Breakfast, Lunch and Dinner Cooking Lesson
Day 6 Thrusday, September 15 - Positano and the Amalfi Coast
Today we are taking the ferry along the Amalfi Coast to Positano. After some free time to explore the village we'll take a small boat around the island of Capri. Back to the villa for dinner and cooking lesson.
Accommodations: Private Villa in Cilento
Meals: Breakfast and Dinner Cooking Lesson
Day 7 Friday, September 16 - Full cooking lesson with Michele Granuzzo
Today is our last day and a full day of cooking lessons. In the evening we will head out to Paestum, the Greek Temples to have ice cream and toast goodbye.
Accommodations: Private Villa in Cilento
Meals: Breakfast, Lunch Cooking Lesson
Day 8 Saturday, September 17 - Transfer to your next destination
We'll head west to the Cilento Coast, to the sea towns that hug the cliffs and their spectacular views. We will board a boat in Palinuro and ride down the coast. Stopping in the "blue grotto" and the Beach of Arco Naturale, then the most famous Buondormire Beach, accessible only by sea. Free time to swim or enjoy a drink. Lastly we will head back to the villa to have our cooking lesson with Michele.
Accommodations: Private Villa in Cilento
Meals: Breakfast, Lunch and Dinner Cooking Lesson
Day 6 Thrusday, September 15 - Positano and the Amalfi Coast
Today we are taking the ferry along the Amalfi Coast to Positano. After some free time to explore the village we'll take a small boat around the island of Capri. Back to the villa for dinner and cooking lesson.
Accommodations: Private Villa in Cilento
Meals: Breakfast and Dinner Cooking Lesson
Day 7 Friday, September 16 - Full cooking lesson with Michele Granuzzo
Today is our last day and a full day of cooking lessons. In the evening we will head out to Paestum, the Greek Temples to have ice cream and toast goodbye.
Accommodations: Private Villa in Cilento
Meals: Breakfast, Lunch Cooking Lesson
Day 8 Saturday, September 17 - Transfer to your next destination
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ready to book this tour?We require a deposit of US$400 per guest.
You can choose the number of guests at checkout. To book this tour now, click "Add to Cart".
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About our Chef
Michele Granuzzo is a up and coming talent in the culinary world. Born in the Italian Dolomites he has pulled from many surrounding cultures to design and create a fun and interesting collection of recipes. He gives cooking classing, caters events and has his own line of gourmet desserts that are served throughout Europe.
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Frequently asked questions
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How many hours a day will we be walking or on a bus?
Every day we will be walking a minimum of 3 hours. There will also be uphill streets and stairs. The bus rides vary in time for 20 minutes to 2 hours. I am traveling alone, will I be the only one? No, on average we have about half the group that are singles. Is there a single supplement? And why? No on this tour there is NO single supplement. Is my deposit of $400 refundable? No, we have limited space and need a commitment from each guest. Please note that the deposit of $400 per guest is NON-REFUNDABLE except in the case that the trip does not meet the minimum number of participants. The trip's go-status will be confirmed no later than 90 days before departure. Friday, June 10, 2022 How do I book my flights? As soon as the group is formed we will be sending out a confirmation email with all necessary information. You can contact our agent or if you are booking your own airfare, departure dates and airports will be listed in the confirmation email. How do we pack? We have a Zoom conference with the group before the trip to explain packing and general information; plus a packing list. Do I need Travel Insurance? Where can I purchase Insurance? We highly recommend Travel Insurance. Travel insurance is based on many factors and the price varies from person to person. You can get a quote from our agent Carol Symington, csymington@AAASJ.COM . Please mention your tour, the dates, price and that it is Tierno Tours. Is my flight included? No, This is a land package only. If booking your own airfare: Departure from USA or Canada no later than Friday September 9, 2022 |
Is an upgrade possible? Yes, in some of our accommodations upgrades are possible. Many times they are limited and we recommend that you contact us to reserve the room as soon as possible. You will be given a price and charged at the time of booking. All upgrades are non-refundable. Where are we staying? A private villa in the National Park of Cilento, Italy How do I get from the airport to the Hotel? There are many transfer companies. We will help you book your transfer as soon as you purchase your airfare. How much is the cost of the Transfer? We will be providing a group transfer on day 1 and day 8 complimentary with your tour package. A private transfer is about 170 Euro. |
