Out of Italy - Unearthed Beauties

03/03/2024

The Valle Brembana has attracted artists and poets because of its scenic beauty and unique atmosphere. Especially in the early 20th century, the spa town of San Pellegrino was a favourite destination of great geniuses, artists and historical figures such as Leonardo da Vinci, Benedetto Croce, Giuseppe Ungaretti and Eugenio Montale.

They, like many other travellers, came to the valley to rejuvenate themselves thanks to the famous thermal waters of this small town, where the signs of this glorious era can still be clearly read today amidst the stuccoes, stained glass windows, wrought iron grilles and floral decorations typical of Art Noveau.

📷 Grand Hotel in San Pellegrino Terme

📝 Lombardy, Short break in Brembana Valley and Cornello dei Tasso
https://www.out-of-italy.com/tour/lombardy-short-break-in-brembana-valley-cornello-dei-tasso/

🧳Trip departures 2024: available all year round

02/03/2024

Do you know Trieste, in Veneto region, is the city that inspired James Joyce?
The Irish author James Joyce: lived in Trieste for several years, teaching English in the city.
Trieste had a significant influence on his most famous work, 'Ulysses,' where the city is set in many parts of the novel.

We are going to discover the beauty of this city during our 6-days trip in Veneto & Firuli Venezia Giulia :)

📷 Trieste

📝 Veneto & Friuli Venezia Giulia, Sounds of voices and cultures
https://www.out-of-italy.com/tour/veneto-and-friuli-sound-of-voices-and-cultures/

🧳Departure available: from March to December

01/03/2024

Who is this enigmatic Palladio?
Andrea Palladio, an illustrious Italian architect of the 16th century, stands as a true luminary in his realm, much as Michelangelo did in the world of art.
When we refer to the "Lands of Palladio," we pay homage to the legacy of this architectural virtuoso. His masterpieces, now cherished UNESCO World Heritage Sites, adorn the landscape that unfolds amidst rolling hills and flourishing vineyards.

Travel with us on a 3-days trip that will show you the wonders designed by this illustrious architect!

📷 Statue of A. Palladio

📝 Veneto, "Prestigious short-break in the UNESCO Palladian Heritage” https://www.out-of-italy.com/tour/veneto-prestigious-short-break-in-unesco-palladian-heritage/

🧳Trip available: from April to October, mainly on Thursday and Friday. Other date on request.

17/02/2024

Perched on a hill, it gazes upon the hilly landscape of Oltrepò.
The Mornico Castle is our EXCLUSIVE accommodation for this short break.
It is a medieval castle located between vineyards and rolling hills. This architectural masterpiece dates back to the 12th century, offering a glimpse into a bygone era and the lives of the aristocracy who inhabited it.

With 6 finely furnished rooms, a swimming pool, large lounges and a private garden is the ideal location to enjoy the peaceful atmosphere of this corner of Italy.

Can you imagine yourself, holding a glass of exquisite Pinot Nero wine while gazing out the window of your room at Mornico Castle?



📷 Mornico Castle

📝 Lombardy, Short break “Unveiling the majesty of Oltrepò Pavese”

🧳 Group departure dates 2024: available from April to October

15/02/2024

Wine is an expression of Italian culture and a deeply-rooted tradition over time.
The country's diverse landscapes, from rolling hills to sun-kissed coastlines, offer ideal conditions for vine cultivation.
As “revealing unearthed beauties” is our mission, we take you to Oltrepò Pavese, an hidden gem in the world of Italian wine.

About two hours from Milan, we introduce you to a fine but still little-known wine. We do this through a direct experience in the cellar, talking to the producers and tasting a few glasses of Pinot Noir, of course!

Join our short-break to get to know this wonderful Italian wine-growing area! 🥂✨



📷 Dinner in the cellar at Vistarino

📝 Lombardy, Short break “Unveiling the majesty of Oltrepò Pavese”

🧳 Group departure dates 2024: available from April to October

13/02/2024

Our itinerary guides you through the vineyards and wine traditions of Oltrepò Pavese and much more!

On our way to this region, we take a stop and visit at the historic Certosa di Pavia, one of Italy's greatest architectural masterpieces, and the city of Pavia, once a Roman municipium and capital of the Lombard Kingdom.

Once in the Oltrepò we enjoy tastings, tours and glimpses of the surrounding vineyard landscapes of the Conte Vistarino Estate and the Travaglino Estate for a synaesthetic journey. To then overnight for a couple of nights at the majestic Mornico castle!

We end the tour with the hamlet of Zavattarello, listed among the Most Beautiful Villages of Italy and then the marvellous Cremona, homeland of the violin and violin makers' workshops, currently listed as UNESCO Intangible Heritage.



📷 Cremona, violin

📝 Lombardy, Short break “Unveiling the majesty of Oltrepò Pavese”

🧳 Group departure dates 2024: available from April to October

11/02/2024

Imagine an aperitif experience in the midst of timeless beauty and architectural grace, where history meets exceptional flavors.

Join us for an unforgettable moment at a Palladian Villa, where Veneto's finest wines flow freely and local, genuine flavors take center stage.
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In the shadow of Palladio's genius, indulge in a glass of excellent Veneto wine as you stroll through the villa's enchanting gardens or relax in its historic chambers.

📷 Wine tasting in a UNESCO Palladian Villa

📝 Veneto, Prestigious short break in UNESCO Palladian heritage

🧳 Trip available: from April to October

09/02/2024

Come and discover Veneto, the Lands of Palladio, where you will find an unforgettable experience of history, art and nature.

Here you will not only find a destination, but an opportunity to get in touch with the legacy of one of the greatest geniuses of Italian architecture, Andrea Palladio, the master who inspired the world with his villas, his churches and his palaces.

📷 Dome of Villa La Rotonda

📝 Veneto, Prestigious short break in UNESCO Palladian heritage

🧳 Trip available: from April to October

07/02/2024

Experience the epitome of Reinassance and history by spending a night immersed in precious stunning architectural masterpieces. Your stay in a magnificent 16th-century structure, in the heart of Vicenza, is a journey back in time and a taste of the finest that Italy has to offer.

These buildings are part of the prestigious , ensuring that every corner you explore is a piece of living history. Every moment will be a step into the past, and every detail will resonate with the elegance of a bygone era.

📷 Detail of Villa di Maser

📝 Veneto, Prestigious short break in UNESCO Palladian heritage

🧳 Trip available: from April to October

05/02/2024

Perched on a rocky spur, Cornello dei Tasso is a village of medieval origin that was the birthplace of the Tasso family, who became famous as the inventors of the modern postal system.
Did you know that this hamlet can only be reached on foot?

That is why it still retains a timeless charm, which has allowed it to be listed among The Most Beautiful Villages in Italy and among the 20 villages to visit at least once in a lifetime by CNN.

Don't believe it? Come and discover it with us ;)

📷 Cornello dei Tasso, Camerata Cornello | ph.

📝 Lombardy, short break "Brembana Valley & Cornello dei Tasso"

🧳Departure dates: all year round!

03/02/2024

Do you recognise this building?
It is located on the world's most famous water bottle!

Yes, it is the San Pellegrino Terme casino, a wonderful Art Nouveau building which is considered one of the greatest expressions of the Art Nouveau style in architecture, known throughout Europe. This small and chic town located in the Brembana valley along the banks of the Brembo river, is famous worldwide for its water and for having been a favourite tourist destination for kings, queens, aristocrats, nobles and famous writers since the early 20th century.

Today it houses wonderful thermal baths, an ideal place to regenerate after visiting the valley!
Come with us to discover this Italian wonder!

📷 Casino, San Pellegrino Terme

📝 Lombardy, short break "Brembana Valley & Cornello dei Tasso"

🧳Departure dates: all year round!

We organize scheduled departures, tailor made trips and authentic experiences in the lesser-known areas of Italy.

01/02/2024

Oneta, a small village of San Giovanni Bianco, located along the route of the ancient Via Mercatorum where the mask of Harlequin is said to be born.
Here you can visit his house and enjoy the atmosphere of this village of yesteryear.
Are you curious? Then join our shortbreak in the Brembana Valley, in the land of Bergamo.

📷 Harlequin at his house, Oneta in San Giovanni Bianco

📝 Lombardy, short break "Brembana Valley & Cornello dei Tasso"

🧳Departure dates: all year round!

30/01/2024

In a land rich in traditions, genuinity and ancient testimonies that are waiting to be discovered, there is a place where your senses can experience incredible fragrances.

Inside the chic and traditional Apulian Masseria Amastuola it is possible to live a one-of-a-kind wine-sensorial path that makes your experience different and special.

📷 Cell winery in Masseria Amastuola in Crispiano

📝 Apulia, a short break in Masseria

🧳 Trip available from April to November

28/01/2024

When we ride a horse, we can feel its coat, its breaths and the earth beneath its hooves. These are unique sensations, especially when done in unique places.

One of these is the MAB Reserve of Montedimezzo, one of the only seven Italian biosphere reserve listed by UNESCO under “Man and Biosphere” program. During the ride, these beautiful creatures accompany us with kindness in our journey through Italian unspoiled nature.

📷 what a stunning view!

📝 Abruzzo & Molise – Ancient storytelling along the “Tratturo Magno”

🧳Group departures 2024: 08th April | 6th May | 10th June | 09th September | 07th October | 11th November

26/01/2024

Eating and tasting are two different things. The first is about surviving, the second is about enjoying life.
When we taste something, we experience the texture, the taste and the smell every time in a unique way. What is fundamental is the context where we are.

Tasting food in the exact place where it is made, while talking to the people who made it, is a whole different thing.

📷 Mozzarella from Vannulo cheese factory

📝 Campania, Costiera and Cilento: two souls, one region

🧳 Trip available from March to October

24/01/2024

On a 4-days trip in Sardinia we enjoy memorable experiences among the amazing scenario of Su Fossu De Su Para waterfalls, through lush forests and emerald green lakes or the forbidden "pearl" of Murtas Beach.

We also get a taste of the local cuisine by joining a baking bread class, we learn the traditional techniques of breadmaking from skilled artisans.
Come with us to try it!



📷 Murtas Beach

📝 Sardinia, Short break “in the heart of nothing”

🧳 Group departure dates 2024: available all year | with allotment confirmed 21st-24th March♥️

22/01/2024

The first day of our in Sardinia is dedicated to the capital of this region, Cagliari, with its wonderful Archaeological Museum and start learning about the Nuragic civilisation and strolling around the city to admire all its beauty.

After the first night here, we set off for the wild and still unspoilt part of Sardinia, where we relax by spending the nights in suspended tents. Can you imagine that?
You can do it with us!



📷 Cagliari, Bastione Saint Remy

📝 Sardinia, Short break “in the heart of nothing”

🧳 Group departure dates 2024 available: all year | with allotment confirmed 21st-24th March♥️