Girlfriend Getaway: Food, Wine, Culture

Fulfill your dream of traveling to Italy. No need to travel alone when you join others on this tour designed especially for women. Enjoy the special camaraderie and exuberant fun of a week spent experiencing the very best Italy has to offer.

Explore the fascinating history, ancient architecture, and the exquisite food and wines of the beautiful hilltop town of Orvieto, Italy. In this small, cozy, safe, town, you feel immediately at home. Delight in her quiet streets as you wander through tiny alleyways. Indulge your whim for an excellent cappuccino or glass of crisp Orvieto Classico wine at the many charming, welcoming cafes. Shop 'til you drop in the many specialty boutiques and artisans workshops in this city of elegance.

The week offers you first hand experiences with the artisans, history, food, wine, and vibrant people of Orvieto. Meet our Italian friends as they share their love of family, the land, fresh traditional cuisine, and wine made with soul. You'll see passion and care put into every detail of this culture steeped in artfulness.

• Cook with an Italian chef and see the ways in which simple
Italian cooking brings distinguished richness and pleasure to
the stomach and to the soul.
• Explore the daily delights of coffee, artisan cheeses, and
regional salami.
• Shop with the locals at the lively farmer's market where
produce arrives fresh from neighboring fields
• Visit a noted vineyard with magnificent views of Umbria, and
feel the passion vintner Giovanni has for crafting wine
reflecting the unique soils, climate and character that are
Orvieto
• Explore Italy's best Medieval cathedral & her ancient Etruscan
history

The Girlfriend Getaway is a week just for you. It is relaxed, engaging, entertaining - a week of adventure, of new friendships, of savoring life, of discovering the joy of using all your senses as you come to know this historic, intriguing Etruscan/Medieval town. It is an adventure in being fully alive, of discovering new things about yourself as you experience the magic of the beautiful Italian culture. It is a trip of a lifetime.

Want to travel with your own circle of friends? Trips can be arranged any time of year for 6 or more friends. Simply contact Bill and Kristi and leave the rest to us!

Itinerary
Every day is a mix of activities and free time to explore your favorite passions.
Day 1 - Arrive Orvieto, group dinner
Day 2 - Orientation walking tour, introduction to Italian culture,
               olive oil tasting, wine tasting, using all your senses to
               discover Orvieto
Day 3 - Understanding the café, coffee, cheese and meats,
               cooking class
Day 4 - Exploring Italy's Etruscan history, wine tasting
Day 5 - Shop the weekly market, vineyard tour/wine tasting
Day 6 - Uncover simple secrets of Italian cities, the amazing
               Cathedral, final dinner
Day 7 - Depart Orvieto

Details
Cost - $2400. Fee includes six nights double occupancy lodging. Single occupancy available for an additional cost. Because Italian cuisine is such fun, most meals are not prearranged or included. However you will never eat alone and we know all the best places to eat! Travel costs are not included. Download registration and terms here.