Escorted Tour (4 days/3 nights)

• Arrival at the castle inn in the early afternoon.  Check-in and free time to explore the surroundings and visit the castle cellars.
• Return to the caste for your first cooking class. Preparation of a three-course meal followed by a dinner of your efforts.

• After breakfast we will depart to Aquileia for a guided visit of this Roman jewel, the most important archaeological site in northern Italy.  You'll see the forum, remains of public baths and private houses, Roman roads with visible chariot tracks and the ancient Basilica which hosts stunning Byzantine frescoes and one of the largest and most spectacular early-Christian mosaic floors of the West!
• Lunch in a typical agriturismo of the area with appetizers and samplings of local delicacies and wine.
• In the afternoon, return to the castle for your second cooking class followed by dinner of your efforts.

• After breakfast, we will depart on a full-day excursion to either Venice, Slovenia or Austria, giving you the possibility of tasting the gastronomic specialties of these neighboring areas, which have for many centuries influenced the cuisine of Friuli-Venezia Giulia (free lunch)
• VENICE:  Venice doesn't need any presentation, being a fascinating city known all over the world.  In the company of a professional local guide, you'll explore the classical and secret Venice.  You'll visit St. Mark's square and the Basilica, the Doge's palace, the Rialto Bridge with its characteristic food market and enchanting views over the Grand Canal.  After lunch (not included), free time to experience your own Venice, maybe taking the vaporetto to Murano or a romantic gondola ride, visiting souvenir shops or just sitting at one of the famous cafes in St. Marks square listening to the violins serenading in a magical atmosphere.  Return to the castle in the late afternoon.
• SLOVENIA:  located only 30 minutes away from the estate, Slovenia is a small country renowned for its beautiful coast and charming little port towns, stunning caves, characteristic alpine lakes and a wonderful mittel-European capital.  Our day in Slovenia includes a visit to the spectacular Postojna cave complex, which can be explored partly on foot and partly by electric train, and a visit to Ljubljana, Slovenia's attractive medieval and cosmopolitan capital.  We'll visit the cathedral, the Triple Bridge, the famous open market and the medieval historic center before heading back to the castle in the late afternoon.
• AUSTRIA:  the Austrian border is only one-hour derive from the estate, so let's take a chance to spend a fantastic day in Carinthia, visiting the enchanting medieval town of Villach full of shops, lovely courtyards and outdoor cafes where you can savor the exquisite Austrian cakes.  After lunch (not included) a short drive will take us to the charming lakeside town of Velden, Carinthia's most elegant holiday resort.  We'll have some time to stroll along the splendid promenade before taking a boat for a delightful cruise on the calm waters of Lake Worth, against the backdrop of snowy peaks.  Return to the castle in the late afternoon.  Dinner at the Castle's Inn.
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• After breakfast, check-out at your leisure, taking with you lots of great recipes, new skills and ideas to prepare at home what you've learned during this unforgettable culinary experience!
• Transfer from the castle to the airport or train station by private vehicle.

Please note that the above is a tentative schedule.  While classes follow this general guideline, daily excursions may undergo slight adjustments according to participants' input and interests.

Self-Drive Tour (4 days/3 nights)
For this tour, participants must have their own vehicle.  Please Contact us for assistance with low cost rentals.

• Arrival at the castle inn on your own in the early afternoon.  Check-in and free time to explore the surroundings and visit the castle cellars.
• Return to the caste for your first cooking class. Preparation of a three-course meal followed by a dinner of your efforts.

• After breakfast you have free time to explore the region according to your interests
• In the afternoon, return to the castle for your second cooking class followed by dinner of your efforts.

• After breakfast, full-day free to explore the region and/or take an independent day trip to Venice, Slovenia or Austria! 
• Return to your accommodation in the evening for a farewell dinner at the refined castle restaurant.

• After breakfast, check-out at your leisure, taking with you lots of great recipes, new skills and ideas to prepare at home what you've learned during this unforgettable culinary experience!
• Transfer from the castle to the airport or train station by private vehicle.

Please note that the above is a tentative schedule.  While classes follow this general guideline, daily excursions may undergo slight adjustments according to participants' input and interests.

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