6 Tage Pizza, Leidenschaft und Aberglaube Kulinarischer Urlaub im Wundersamen Neapel, Kampanien
Amazing Culinary Holiday in Italy
On this weeklong culinary adventure in and around the city of Naples, you will be exploring the cuisine and culture of this fascinating city, from the gold gilded to the rough and ready. You will use the city’s famous cooking as a window into daily life and culture, meet artisans who keep the city fed, and visit producers of specialty products. From street food to a lavish feast, piping-hot coffee to smooth aperitivos, folk songs to opera, hilltop farms to urban wilds, you will engage in the greatest culinary and cultural experiences of Naples, meeting lively local Neapolitani for whom this is the only way to live.
Die Lehrer
Höhepunkte
- Private kitchen, workshop, and studio visits
- Professional guides throughout the entire experience
- Meet third-generation bakers of local bread in their family bakery
- Six breakfasts, four lunches, and five dinners
- Visit vineyards and religious practices and Neapolitan superstitions
- 6 nights accommodation
Naples International Airport (US$ 30 pro Person)
Unterkunft
This week’s focus on deeply local experiences and places is also reflected in the choice of accommodation. Boutique and independent places are always selected, ones that are inspired by international standards while staying true to the area’s local heritage. This balance is sought not just for a good night’s rest, but for a truly immersive experience.
The group will be staying at Hotel Piazza Bellini, a stunning hotel set in a 16th-century building and former palazzo. The hotel is stylishly decorated, full of pop art design, and conveniently located in the historic Centro Storico.
Programm
Day 1: Arrival and welcome
In the afternoon you’ll gather as a group and familiarize yourselves with the neighborhood, going on a stroll, taking in the sights, sounds, and smells of the city, and capping it all off with a little aperitivo. While enjoying sweeping views of both the city and the bay, and with Vesuvius lurking in the distance, you’ll then walk through the plans for the week before heading to dinner at a cozy local restaurant.
There, you will have their first taste of some of the Neapolitan kitchen’s iconic dishes – an enticing preview of the delicious food to be shared throughout the week.
Day 2: Exploring the city’s kitchen
You will be treated to a deep dive into the city’s cuisine, its markets, and the captivating street life that revolves around them. There will be an opportunity to step into the kitchen and meet local pastry chefs mastering Neapolitan classics, such as the babà au rum and sfogliatella. Later, youwill break bread with a family of bakers who are keeping their third-generation family-run spot alive. Along the way, you will enjoy salt cod and a delicious selection of street food, before visiting a captivating artist’s studio to meet Naples’s last market sign painter.
Along the way, you will have salt cod and street food and you will stop at the studio of the city’s last market sign painter. Tonight, you will be treated to an incredible performance in a private setting in a church with an exclusive wine tasting.
The evening will kick off with a private theatrical performance in a baroque church, where local actors bring Caravaggio’s canvases to life in a surreal spectacle. This will be followed by an intimate wine tasting, hosted by a sommelier, focused on the wines of the Campania region.
Day 3: Pasta, A to Z
After a classic Neapolitan breakfast at the hotel, you will prepare for an excursion to Torre Annunziata, a small town at the foot of Mt. Vesuvius, just forty minutes from central Naples. Known for its proximity to the famous archaeological site of Pompeii, Torre Annunziata attracts history enthusiasts with its lesser-visited archaeological site, Oplontis. Pasta lovers, however, recognize the town as the home of Pastificio Setaro, one of Campania’s legendary pasta producers.
On this day, you will experience the best of both worlds. You will be welcomed onto the production floor of the pasta factory, where vintage machines, lovingly cared for by generations of the Setaro family, transform dough into finished pasta. You will have the opportunity to meet family members, who will share the secrets of their craft and invite them into the vault, where their prized collection of bronze dies is kept safe.
Over lunch in a family-run trattoria, you will prepare for a visit to Oplontis, a "suburb" of Pompeii, where Roman-era villas adorned with frescoes await. A tour of a villa believed to have been the home of Emperor Nero’s second wife will offer a glimpse into the past, followed by the relative tranquility of this magnificent site. Afterward, you will return to Naples for an evening of rest.
Day 4: The cult of Naples
On this day, you will explore both the religious practices and superstitions that shape Neapolitan life, beginning with a visit to the Sansevero Chapel. Following that, they will visit shrines and descend into catacombs where human bones are venerated and even "adopted" by locals. Along the way, you will learn about the rituals and beliefs that thrive in these monumental sanctuaries. Lunch will be served at a classic neighborhood trattoria, beloved by locals.
In the evening, you will head out for a hands-on pasta workshop, where they will learn the art of pasta-making, step by step, from a true pastaiolo. Afterward, you will enjoy the fruit of their labor with a delicious pasta dinner.
Day 5: Phlegraean Fields: Archaeology, Oenology
Located just west of Naples, the Phlegraean Fields are said to be the home of Vulcan, the Roman god of fire: this volcanic zone is a network of crater lakes, ancient waterways, thriving viticulture and seafood farming.
The day will begin in the backroom of a multi-generational coffee roaster, where you will enjoy a freshly brewed cup while learning about the coffee-making process. Next, you will head to a working farm, uniquely housed within a Roman ruin, for a tasting of delicious locally made honey and other products. You will also gain an in-depth view of the area’s rich archaeological legacy, including the cave of mythological significance, once believed to be the site of an ancient priestess of Apollo.
Finally, you will retire to a local winery on the edge of a crater lake, which also houses a destination restaurant. There, you will taste the wines, walk the scenic grounds, and relax while enjoying a feast where the courses never end.
Day 6: Handmade Napoli
The morning will be spent honoring the craftsmen of Naples. You will visit the workshops and studios of wood carvers, umbrella makers, luthiers, nativity scene artists, and more, in a tribute to the preservation of local heritage and artisans. Along the way, they will also sample some of the city’s best bites in the Spanish Quarter.
In the evening, you will gather for the farewell dinner held in a private home in one of the city’s most iconic buildings. In this noble setting, you'll feast on course after course of Napoli staples accompanied by local wines as musicians of the distinct Neapolitan musical tradition play their favorite songs, celebrating in the Neapolitan way.
Day 7: Farewell and departure
On this day, it’s time to part ways! But perhaps there’s still time for a final espresso and sfogliatella before heading home. Until the next adventure!
Things to note:
On the itinerary
Itineraries and daily schedules are subject to change. Culinary Backstreets expect to do everything listed in the itinerary, though the order may be rearranged based on weather or other local conditions.
Activity level
Travelers should feel comfortable walking three to five miles each day and remaining on their feet for long periods of time. Be prepared to roll up your sleeves and get hands-on during a couple of cooking workshops.
Arrival and departure
You should plan to arrive by 3 p.m. on day 1 and depart anytime on day 7. Culinary Backstreets will provide the option of booking additional nights at your Naples hotel before and/or after the tour and are more than happy to provide suggestions for things to do and see in the city on your own.
Safety and sustainability
Culinary Backstreets has reinforced their commitment to sustainability and safety with new guidelines to assure maximum safety of their guests on trips while maintaining the quality of the experience. All of the experiences are designed to have minimal impact on the community and environment.
Lehrer
Chiara
Culinary Backstreets Trip Leader and Neapolitan knowledge keeper.
Amedeo
Culinary Backstreets Writer and master of the Neapolitan backstreets.
Pasquale
Market sign maker and the last “number man”.
Nicola
Steadfast winemaker and agricultural wizard.
Vincenzo
Salt cod master and culinary innovator.
Giulia
Fizzy water vendor and keeper of a bubbly tradition.
Francesco
Guitarist, singer and master of Neapolitan song.
Mena
Home cook and house party host extraordinaire.
Lage
Nestled between Europe’s most volatile volcano, Mount Vesuvius, and the sparkling blue waters of the Mediterranean, Naples is a city of vivid beauty and intense street life with a richly layered history topped off by its world famous cuisine. Home of the pizza, the world’s oldest opera house, a street plan that dates back to the ancient Greeks and unique homegrown superstitious rituals, experiencing the city stimulates all six senses at once.
Verpflegung
Six breakfasts, four lunches, and five dinners are included in the price, while additional meals and drinks outside of Culinary Backstreets offerings, including one lunch, one dinner, and some alcoholic beverages are not included.
During this holiday, an adventurous palate is encouraged! Culinary Backstreets try their best to accommodate dietary restrictions, though in most cases ingredients cannot be substituted or omitted from particular dishes. Unfortunately, due to the Napolitan palate, the itinerary is not able to cater to gluten-free, dairy-free, or vegan diets. If you have a particular food allergy or intolerance, please contact Culinary Backstreets to find out if this is the right trip for you.
Folgende Mahlzeiten sind inbegriffen:
- Frühstück
- Snacks
- Getränke
Die folgenden Ernährungsweisen stehen zur Verfügung und/oder berücksichtigt werden:
- Regulär (schließt normalerweise Fleisch und Fisch mit ein)
Was ist im Preis inbegriffen?
- 6 nights accommodation in a boutique hotel
- Professional guides throughout the entire experience
- 6 breakfasts, 4 lunches, and 5 dinners
- All activities and events as mentioned in the itinerary
- A hungry group of Culinary Backstreets travelers, excited to explore all that Naples has to offer
Was ist nicht im Preis inbegriffen?
- Transportation and flights to and from Naples, including airport transfers
- Additional meals and drinks outside of Culinary Backstreets offerings
- If applicable, applying for an Italian visa (not required for U.S. citizens)
- Travel insurance (recommended)
Anreise
Empfohlene Flughäfen
Ciampino–G. B. Pastine International Airport
173 km
Transfer nicht inbegriffen
Leonardo da Vinci–Fiumicino Airport
198 km
Transfer nicht inbegriffen
Naples International Airport
5 km
Transfer verfügbar gegen Aufpreis US$ 30 pro Person
Arrival by airplane
Please book your flight to arrive at Naples International Airport (NAP). Transfer from this airport is available at an additional 30 EUR. Please send your inquiry for further information.
Stornierungsbedingungen
- Eine Reservierung erfordert eine Anzahlung von 20% des Gesamtpreises.
- Die Anzahlung wird nicht erstattet, wenn die Buchung storniert wird.
- Der Restbetrag ist 30 Tage vor der Ankunft zu zahlen.
Für diesen Veranstalter können Sie Ihre Buchung durch Tripaneer.com garantieren. Alle gängigen Kreditkarten werden akzeptiert.