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Food and drink with Inghams Summer

Embrace the indulgence of a holiday – from sun-soaked vineyards and lakeside lunches to family-run restaurants and recipes passed down through generations, food is part of the experience. 

Whether you’re raising a glass overlooking the vineyards of Montreux, Switzerland, including the UNESCO-listed Lavaux wine region, or tucking into fresh Mediterranean flavours along the Ligurian coast in Italy, these are holidays made for taking your time. Settle into a family-run restaurant in a cosy village, sample local specialities and enjoy a glass of wine as you soak up the laid-back European way of life. 

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Wine is a big part of life around Bardolino and Lake Garda, and there are plenty of ways to discover the region’s vineyards and local varieties. Visit Zeni Winery in Bardolino for a tour of the vines followed by a tasting, a lovely way to spend a warm summer afternoon. There’s a wine museum here too, where you can learn more about the area’s winemaking traditions. At Cantina Lenotti, you can sample more local wines and get a taste of the region’s long-standing wine culture.

There’s even more to discover during Bardolino’s wine festivals, held twice a year. The Palio del Chiaretto in May celebrates the area’s rosé, while the Bardolino Grape & Wine Festival, held between September and October, brings together local wines, regional specialties and live music, finishing with a spectacular firework display over the lake.

Olive oil is another local specialty. Just outside Bardolino, you’ll find a museum dedicated to its production, with traditional equipment showing how olive oil has been made over the years, as well as a shop selling local products. Look out for the freshly pressed extra virgin olive oil, prized for its distinctive flavour and often referred to as ‘liquid gold’.

Take a scenic local train ride through the mountains and valleys to the charming village by the Soča River. Enjoy a leisurely boat cruise on an emerald blue lake before heading to the Goriška Brda wine region. A delicious lunch will be served at a family-run restaurant with stunning views of the vineyards. Visit one of the country’s largest wine cellars in Dobrovo, explore the fascinating cellars, and indulge in a wine-tasting experience. This full-day trip includes lunch, wine tasting, a guide, and all transport.

Departs: Friday (full day)

We act at all times as a selling agent for the suppliers. All excursions require minimum numbers to run and are subject to change. Some excursions may not be available to pre-book in low season but may be available to book locally subject to numbers. Prices will be confirmed at the time of booking. Please see our terms & conditions.

Montreux Cycling Through Lavaux Vineyards

Take a trip to the spectacular terraced vineyards of Lavaux, a UNESCO World Heritage Site, where you can discover the region’s winemaking traditions and sample some of its 300 local wines. Follow a beautiful vine grower’s trail through the vineyards, taking in views across Lake Geneva, before heading inside to taste fresh local produce and regional wines. You might even discover a new favourite.

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Cook up a storm! Learn how to make home-made Italian pasta like ravioli or gnocchi and discover the secret to the perfect tiramisu. You’ll then enjoy the food you’ve prepared accompanied by a glass of Tuscan wine.

Details: Departs on Mondays. Cost is approx. €135 per person for the class and return taxi transfers to the Tuscan Farmhouse are payable directly for an additional fee (approx. €55 each way). You can book this excursion locally with your Destination Expert.

We act at all times as a selling agent for the suppliers. All excursions require minimum numbers to run and are subject to change. Some excursions may not be available to pre-book in low season but may be available to book locally subject to numbers. Prices will be confirmed at the time of booking. Please see our terms & conditions.

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