Go to the villages: Ionian Coast
Ionian Calabria and Calabrian serre
All the year
5 days/ 4 nights
Places that tell stories and keep secrets. Dishes with authentic and traditional flavors. Discover the breathtaking beauty of the Ionian coast! Min. 8 pax
Itinerary
Badolato and Mammola
Badolato is a medieval village with a strong Byzantine influence. This village became famous in the 70s and 90s for several urban repopulation initiatives. We see 17th century churches and breathtaking views, then we eat at the restaurant. We see the museum of Musaba in the village of Mannola. We move to Gerace, check in, dinner and overnight stay at the hotel.
Stilo and Gerace
Guided tour of the village of Gerace, founded in 700, called city with one hundred churches. We see the Belvedere Sun Gate, the castle and the cathedral. We see the hermitage of Monte Stella, a natural cave with painted walls from the Byzantine era. We move to Stilo where we can see the fountain of dolphins and the Mother Church that recalls pagan rites. We also visit the Catholic Church: one of the smallest but also among the most fascinating churches in Calabria. Dinner in agritourism, return to the hotel and overnight stay.
Serra San Bruno and Soriano
In the morning visit to Serra San Bruno. A beautiful old town where you can admire the churches worked by local artisans. Essential is the Certosa church built in the south of the country. We go to the lake of miracles where we can see the statue of St. Bruno Kneeling. Lunch break in the typical restaurant. Let’s move on to Soriano Calabro to see the “mostaccioli”, typical sweets prepared with honey; these cookies are exported all over the world. We see the convent and the ruins of the church of San Domenico. Return to the hotel, dinner and overnight stay.
Pentedattilo, Condofuri and Bova
Visit to the village of Pentedattilo: the name of this village means five fingers because the shape of the mountain on which it is located resembles five fingers. From here we move to Condofuri, a small village located on the Aspromonte. Tasting of a lunch with typical and organic products. We also see Bova Superiore, capital of Greek Calabria and one of the most beautiful villages in Italy. Return to the hotel, dinner and overnight stay.
Tiriolo: the village between the two seas
Breakfast, check out and visit to the always sunny village of Tiriolo from which you can see the Ionian and tyrrhenian. Visit to the beautiful village, full of vibrant streets, and its historical monuments: the archaeological park, the civic antiquarium, the “costume” museum and finally the visit to the Lignarius workshop where there are the artisan excellences of the territory. Warm greetings.
Tour includes:
- Agency telephone assistance;
- Transfers;
- Accommodation in hotel/B&B or Farmhouse with bed and breakfast;
- Guided tours as per program;
- Tastings as per program;
- Meals as per program.
For needs related to the particular historical moment, the organization reserves the right to change the travel program, but ensuring the same quality of services.
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