Tar Heel Travel
Flavors of Northern Italy
May 8 - 16, 2026
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Embark upon a cultural and gastronomic journey to the enchanting region of Northern Italy—an area renowned for spectacular landscapes, world-class wine, and a rich heritage. This meticulously crafted itinerary offers the unique opportunity to live like a local, featuring guided tours, private artisan visits and tastings, and the ability to deeply connect with the beauty of Northern Italy's culture, cuisine and gracious hospitality.
Highlights:
- With your small group, enjoy seven nights at a historic country farmhouse — a tranquil haven amidst a wine and olive oil-producing estate.
- Join a hands-on culinary experience with a skilled chef to learn the art of crafting traditional Italian recipes passed down through generations.
- Cruise around scenic Lago d'Iseo with free time to discover its various island hamlets.
- Wander through Verona's timeless streets, visit Juliet's House, and be mesmerized by the grandeur of the Verona Arena.
- In the famed Valpolicella and Trentino wine regions, visit family-owned and operated vineyards, meeting the esteemed vintners and partaking in exclusive tastings and presentations.
- Delight in a special excursion near Modena for a tasting of aged balsamic vinegar during a convivial meal with the property’s owner and his family.
Day 1 - Depart U.S.
Day 2 - Verona, Italy | Transfer to Brescia
Day 3 - Lago d'Iseo | Franciacorta
Day 4 - Selva Capuzza
Day 5 - Verona | Valpolicella
Day 6 - Vallagarina | Malcesine
Day 7 - Modena
Day 8 - Roncà | Soave | Sirmione
Day 9 - Verona | Depart for U.S.
Day 2 - Verona, Italy | Transfer to Brescia
Day 3 - Lago d'Iseo | Franciacorta
Day 4 - Selva Capuzza
Day 5 - Verona | Valpolicella
Day 6 - Vallagarina | Malcesine
Day 7 - Modena
Day 8 - Roncà | Soave | Sirmione
Day 9 - Verona | Depart for U.S.
Base Price: from $5,695, per person, based on double occupancy
- No single supplement, limited availability
- Airfare additional.
Inclusions:
- 7 nights in a historic country farmhouse
- 10 breakfasts, 6 lunches and 3 dinners including a special welcome and farewell dinners, tea or coffee with all meals plus wine with dinner.
- See cobranded website for additional details and brochure.
- Tar Heel Travel is a member exclusive perk.
- There must be one Carolina Alumni member in a room. Membership is open to anyone. Learn more.
- By reserving on this tour, you agree to the terms and conditions specific to this tour which are set by the tour operator. This information can be found in the tour brochure.
- The Carolina Alumni Travel Office and tour operator reserve the right to to decline or accept a reservation should a person's health, mental condition, physical infirmity or attitude jeopardize the operation of the tour or the rights, welfare, or enjoyment of other participants. Refunds will be made in accordance with the cancellation policy listed in the tour brochure.