Top 10 Tours in Province of Pescara, Abruzzo

Visit of one of the most beautiful and cozy region of Italy: Abruzzo. Between the Adriatic Sea and the high mountain of the Apennines, Abruzzo offers to the visitor nice and charming villages such as Tagliacozzo and Ortona or towns like L'Aquila and Pescara. Many kilometers of sandy beaches joins the region to the north and south of Italy via Giulianova and Teramo. On the way back to Rome, excursion to the Gran Sasso, highest peak of the Appenines and Tivoli, the city of the refined villas with entrance included at Villa d'Este.

Inclusions: Breakfast, Breakfast, Breakfast, 3 nights accommodation, Breakfast, Wine tasting and Food tasting - traditional confetti (dragées), Wine tasting, Driver/guide, Tour escort/host, Transport by private vehicle

Exclusions: Food and drinks, Hotel pickup and drop-off, City taxes at the hotels

This is a private wine tour during which you will visit small family-run wineries. You will meet the producers in person and taste 6 local wines. You will taste Montepulciano d'Abruzzo, Trebbiano, Pecorino, Cerasuolo and learn how they are made. Local artisan cheeses, salami and prosciutto will be served during the tastings. Your knowledgeable guide will tell you about history of wine-making in Abruzzo and give you some tips on where in the region to find the best wines. Please note: we visit small family wineries where producers make time in their busy schedule to meet you. Appointments are set when a tour booking is confirmed and cannot be changed.

Inclusions: Alcoholic Beverages, Snacks

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Don't lose the opportunity to become a "pizzaiolo" (pizza-maker) and a great tiramisu maker! Enter a local home, connect with an expert home cook and discover how Italian mamma and nonnas used to prepare awesome pizza at home. With this private hands-on cooking class, you will learn how to make pizza and tiramisù from scratch from a real Italian family. To complete your feast, enjoy what you have prepared for lunch or dinner with a selection of local wine included. Have fun putting your cooking skills to the test and amaze your friends and family with a pizza party once you come back home! This experience is suitable for families with children of all ages. Cesarine is Italy’s oldest network of home cooks all over the country in more than 120 cities. They are passionate and welcoming hosts that open the doors of their own homes to curious travellers for immersive culinary experiences.

Inclusions: Water, local wines and Espresso, Private Pizza and Tiramisu hands-on cooking class, Tasting of pizza and tiramisu

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The Church of St. Francis hosts the testimony of the oldest Eucharistic miracle of the Catholic world. Around the year 700 in Basilian monk doubted the presence of Christ in the Eucharist: during the mass the consecrated host and wine became flesh and blood. The two relics, 5 drops of coagulated blood and thin membranes of flesh are preserved in a silver monstrance and a crystal ampule Histological examinations, have shown that it is human blood and heart tissue with the same blood group (AB) The sanctuary is visited every year by thousands of pilgrims from all over the world. The Shrine of Manoppello is recognized as the true Face of Jesus Christ. From 1646 the Holy Face is exposed to the veneration of people.It is a soft veil, the warp and weft are intertwined in the form of a normal weaving and the face of the Shroud of Turin and that of Manoppello both fabrics had been laid on the body of Jesus.

Inclusions: Pick-up and drop off with luxury transportation and private chauffeur, Private English-speaking tour escort at your disposal, Entrance to the Sanctuary of the Holy Face in Manoppello, Entrance to the Sanctuary of the Eucaristic Miracle in Lanciano

Exclusions: Food and Beverages, Gratuities (optional)

I'm a native of Teramo, one of the most important wine areas in Abruzzo. I'm a wine & food lover and I'm increasing my culture and knowledge attending a 3y Sommelier course at the Italian Sommelier Federation (FIS). On all the FIS events, I'm able to invite my guest to join exclusive tastings, as well as having personal connections with most of the wineries in Abruzzo, allowing me to have a better treatment for our guests. As well as being an official Tour Leader recognised by the Abruzzo Region, I found Experience BellaVita, a company that promotes sustainable tourism experiences in the less touristic areas of Italy, in Abruzzo. I and my colleague & friend Alberto, we run together the experiences that I designed over the years. He has my same qualifications and the same passion for Abruzzo and our wines. 1 of 5* reviews Marino was really knowledgeable, super friendly and went out of his way to make sure we had a nice time. We can't recommend him highly enough.

Inclusions: At least 3 Wine tastings (18+), Bread 'Casereccio' -Home made organic Evo Oil - Cured meat & cheeses platter (depending on winery), Receive an outstanding experience, in ‘English’, Have access to places & wineries very few people know (not listed on google) or are allowed to go,, Be treated as a local, you will feel part of a group of friend, not a tourist!, You might get to taste extra wine glasses or older vintages,, You can receive exclusive discounts on wines.

Exclusions: Transport (can be arranged for a fee)

The Wolf Visitor Center is a structure owned by the State Carabinieri Corps which is located in Popoli (PE) within the former Pilot Company of Monte Corvo (current Territorial Office for Biodiversity). Surrounded by the Majella National Park, the structure is set in a very suggestive landscape dominated by the Morrone chain. Guided tours and educational activities of the Wolf Visitor Center are carried out by qualified personnel of the C.E.A. IL BOSSO (Environmental Education Center of Regional Interest pursuant to LR 122/99).

Inclusions: parking area, Toilets

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I am a food and travel writer with passion for all things Abruzzo. It is my job to know the best foodie spots in Pescara and Abruzzo and I'll be happy to share them with you! My groups are small, never more than 6 people, so my tours feel more like a friends' outing, with loads of laughs and delicious bites of the best local specialties. While we gorge on local cheeses, cured meats, baked goodies, gelato, pizza etc., I will tell you about the region's culinary traditions, history behind some of the foods, local anecdotes and recommend my favourite places to eat and visit in the region. The tour includes 7-8 tasting stops. Vegetarian options available. Click on Abruzzo With Gusto and then "More" to contact me directly. Make sure you communicate your special dietary requirements (allergies, vegetarian etc.) when booking the tour. The tour is not suitable for vegans and those on gluten-free diets.

Inclusions: All food and drinks consumed during the tour (7-8 stops) are included in the price

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An extraordinary tour of the wine history of Abruzzo. Wine tasting and appetizers. The winery is one of the oldest in Abruzzo. Born in the 1897 is now located in Nocciano, between the Gran Sasso and the Majella mountains. The winery offers an astonishing tour through the wine life in Abruzzo, especially the visit of the underground tunnels where hundred thousands bottles are stored for ageing and the museum of viticulture. Tasting of wines and typical appetizers follows the tour.

Inclusions: Wine tasting, Food tasting

Exclusions: Transportation to/from attractions, Hotel pickup and drop-off

A professional driver will provide transportation on this self-guided, amazing round trip tour of Pisa and Lucca. Visit the famous city of Pisa with its incredible Piazza dei Miracoli. See the Baptistery, the famous Leaning Tower, and the majestic Cathedral. Explore charming Lucca's historic center. See San Paolino Street, Puccini’s birthplace (exterior only), the dazzling church of San Michele with its wedding-cake façade, the imposing Piazza Napoleone, and nearby Piazza del Giglio. Discover these beautiful cities and their treasures in comfort.

Inclusions: Light refreshments, English-speaking driver, Pickup and drop-off from designated meeting points

Exclusions: Food and drinks, unless specified, Gratuities, Tour guide

You’ll join one of our friendly hosts and explore the plant-based side of Bologna, which few visitors taste! Begin your experience by strolling through the Botanical Gardens, getting a feel for the indigenous plants that grow there. Afterward, you might like to try out one of the innovative vegan bistros in the city, like Botanica Lab or Centro Natura. All dishes are made with fresh, seasonal products and will suit all tastes. Within 24 hours after booking you'll receive a short questionnaire about your personality and interests. Based on your responses, you'll be assigned a like-minded host. Your host will communicate with you directly to suggest an itinerary to help you discover what makes the city unique. You will also agree on a meeting time and place. Your itinerary is flexible, so during the experience, you can always change your mind about what you want to do.

Inclusions: Private and personalised experience, 3 hours with a host, Informal vegan lunch or dinner, with tasting of local produce, Walking experience (if required, your host can suggest public transport or private taxi options), Hotel meet-up (available on request for central location)

Exclusions: Additional food and drinks, Tickets to any attractions, Transportation costs, Gratuities