If you’ve ever dreamed of exploring Italy and learning authentic Italian cooking, now is the perfect time. Let Italy Culinary Vacations host you for an immersive experience you’ll never forget.
Private
Your vacation is just for you and your guests — no big groups, no strangers.
All-Inclusive
Accommodations, meals, wines, transportation and tours are covered.
Hands-On Cooking
Cook real Italian dishes with Chef Stefano using seasonal ingredients.
Immersive
Explore markets, villages and local Italian culture most travelers never see.
Learn to cook real Italian dishes with Chef Stefano in hands-on classes using fresh, seasonal ingredients. You’ll stay in his private historic home on Mt. Fumaiolo and discover authentic regional cuisine.
Enjoy the best of both worlds: cooking classes with Chef Stefano plus private guided travel to other regions. Visit Tuscany, Florence, Venice, or Rome and more, all planned around food, wine and culture.
Travel through Italy’s most iconic cities with private local guides. Explore art, history, architecture and local culture — without crowds, stress or planning. A relaxed, personal way to see Italy.
With us, every trip is personal. Founded by Chef Stefano, Italy Culinary Vacations is a family-owned and operated boutique culinary travel company offering private, all-inclusive experiences tailored to you — not pre-set tours.
We don’t follow the crowds. We show you the Italy most travelers never see. You’ll see Italy through the eyes of a chef, local guides, and a true insider.
Whether you’re staying with us near Tuscany in the historic Mt. Fumaiolo home, exploring small local villages and learning to cook regional foods, or choosing cultural destinations like Florence, Rome, or the Amalfi Coast — your experience is designed around your interests.
You’ll enjoy private transportation, incredible meals, and access to local markets, artisans, and hidden places that aren’t in guidebooks. No navigating unfamiliar streets, no tourist traps, no stress.
Just real Italy — food, culture, and connection — shared with a third-generation Italian chef who loves to teach, tell stories, and welcome guests like family.
We can’t wait to share authentic Italy with you and make memories you’ll cherish for years to come. If you’ve ever dreamed of visiting Italy and experiencing la dolce vita, now is the time to contact us and design a vacation unlike any other.
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Italy Culinary Vacations
Piazzetta del Convento 12
47028 Verghereto, FC Italy
