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September 16-21, 2026October 14-19, 2026June 9-14, 2027October 6-11, 2027Experience the sights and tastes of Calabria: one of the remaining undiscovered gems of Italy! This tour features some of our favorite Calabrian destinations and meals from the full Pasta Grammar Tour, but in a shorter and more affordable package. It's perfect for travelers who want to visit this enchanting region, but have limited time or want to visit other areas of the Boot as well!​Your expert local guide (and one of Eva's oldest childhood friends), Cristian Greco, will lead you and a small group of fellow travelers on a delicious tour of this diverse region. We're looking forward to welcoming you for a day in Eva's hometown of Dasà for a day of cooking, eating and celebrating with us and our family!

Calabria, Italy

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Benvenuti a Tropea! After arriving in Tropea via private transfer from Lamezia Terme and checking into your hotel accommodations, a brief travel briefing will be held so that you can meet your fellow travelers and Cristian, your expert guide (and Eva’s oldest childhood friend). Tropea is a true Calabrian gem, with white sandy beaches, towering cliffs, crystal blue waters and unique food. Recently it was named the most beautiful village in Italy by the Borghi Più Belli d’Italia association, and for good reason. Dinner at one of our favorite, local restaurants. It’s just a short walk from the hotel, and there you will sample some of the fresh seafood the coast of Calabria is famous for. Return to the hotel.

Arrival in Tropea

Day 1

Breakfast at the hotel. By private transfer, the group will travel to a local Monte Poro winery. Here you will learn about the cultivation and production of the local wine in a region dubbed the "Land of Wine" by the ancient Greeks who brought the first grapes to Italy via Calabria. You will, of course, taste and sample it during a big lunch together. Return to Tropea, with some free time to digest. Don’t wander too far, though! In the evening, you’ll have a chance to take part in an Italian dining ritual: the apericena. An apericena is a chance to kick back with a drink and sample a selection of delicious small plates and snacks. This is the perfect chance to try the spicy, spreadable salami of Calabria: ‘nduja! Return to the hotel.

In Vino Veritas

Day 2

Breakfast at the hotel. This is personally our favorite day, because we get to meet you in person! You’ll travel by private transfer to Eva’s hometown of Dasà where you’ll get to check out the town and visit the incredible, medieval flour mill that still stands in the town center. You’ll get to learn everything about how it worked from the last living person to have worked the mill. After the mill tour we’ll reconvene at La Locanda, an old restaurant we converted into a community kitchen and dining hall, to learn how to make the traditional, local pasta from a group of expert nonnas. Then it’s time to eat! Eva’s family and friends will cook and prepare a host of southern specialties for a big, shared feast. Return to the hotel.

Meet Harper & Eva in Dasà!

Day 3

Breakfast at the hotel. After checking out of the hotel, the group will strike out via private bus for the mountainous area of northern Calabria. Along the way, you’ll stop at the beautiful town of Fiumefreddo Bruzio, a medieval village overlooking the sea. There you will enjoy a delicious lunch in an Osteria, which specializes in dishes made with local, seasonal products. From there, you’ll continue on to the hilltop town of Morano Calabro, an ancient place of great strategic importance during the age of the Roman Empire and through the Middle Ages, as evidenced by the Norman castle which dominates the village. After checking in to your accommodations, a dinner at the hotel will be served so you can sample your first taste of the unique northern Calabrian cuisine!

The North of the South

Day 4

Breakfast at the hotel. You will spend the day visiting Civita, one of the unique Albanian communities in Italy. For over 600 years, the Arbresche people who inhabit this stunningly beautiful land have been perfecting their unique cuisine. At a traditional Arbresche restaurant you will learn how to make dromsa, one of the most unusual and magical types of pasta in Italy, before enjoying a lunch together. After some time to unwind back in Morano, you’ll head to one of our favorite places to eat in the region: a beautiful agriturismo where Zia (Aunt) Lina will whip up a feast using only her family farm’s fresh produce. No meal here is ever the same, and it’s always delicious!

Albanian Mysteries

Day 5

Breakfast in the hotel, and departure by private transfer for Lamezia Terme airport &amp; train station. A presto!

Arrivederci!

Day 6

Who is this tour for?This tour is for adventurous travelers who want to try new food and see a side of southern Italy off the beaten path! We created this trip to share our favorite Calabrian experiences that most tourists will never have the opportunity to find on their own. It’s also great for those who want a taste of the Pasta Grammar Tour experience, but who maybe don’t have time for the full deal or want to use some of their precious vacation time to explore other regions as well. Who is this tour NOT for?This tour is not for someone who is looking for a postcard experience. Southern Italy isn’t a resort in Venice! There is nothing wrong with wanting the latter, but this tour is more like a safari for adventurers who wish to see (and taste!) Italy through the eyes of locals. I have an allergy or dietary restriction, can I still join?Let us know what your needs are and we will be happy to do everything we can to accommodate you! We have hosted guests with a wide range of dietary requirements without any trouble. How much walking will there be?Italy, like so many European countries, is very walking-focused. Many of the streets in the cities and villages we will visit are inaccessible to buses and we will often need to walk a few blocks to reach our ultimate destinations. Don’t expect hiking, but do expect to traverse cobblestone streets. Will my cell phone work in Italy?Most of our guests choose to use international roaming plans provided by their domestic carriers, but it’s also very easy to acquire a <a target="_blank" rel="noopener noreferrer nofollow" href="https://www.windtre.it/offerte-estero-da-italia/tourist-pass-en/">temporary, local SIM card</a> for your trip. They are widely available for purchase upon arrival in Italy. Will I be able to do laundry during the trip?In Tropea, the hotel is located just steps away from a laundromat. You can drop off your clothes and they will usually be ready for pick-up within a day. Can I bring food home from Italy?We rarely encounter a guest who doesn’t bring a treasure trove of Italian goodies home! In fact, many purchase extra suitcases during the trip for this purpose. Check the specific laws regarding transporting food. The general guidelines for the United States of America prohibits transporting meat or fresh produce. Cheese, pasta, olive oil and wine are fine!Does the trip include travel insurance?Yes! You will be covered by travel insurance for the duration of the trip, covering certain medical emergencies, lost baggage, cancellations, etc. as defined by the insurance policy. <a target="_blank" rel="noopener noreferrer nofollow" href="https://cdn.shopify.com/s/files/1/0925/4155/0913/files/travel-insurance-conditions-2026-taste-of-calabria.pdf">View the full terms and coverage here.</a>

A Taste of Calabria

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May 5-13, 2027September 22-30, 2027Welcome to the Pasta Grammar Tour! Come join Harper and Eva of Pasta Grammar on a culinary tour of southern Italy. From Campania to Calabria, we will explore the sights and flavors of this enchanting land. This tour is for adventurous eaters! While there will be no shortage of pizza and pasta, be prepared to see a side of Italian cuisine you won't find on mainstream tours. If you prefer exploring busy Neapolitan street markets over sipping an overpriced cappuccino in Piazza San Marco, this is the trip for you! With a small group of guests, it is our goal to create an intimate trip where we can all make new friends and enjoy some of the most delicious food in the world together.

89861 Tropea, Province of Vibo Valentia, Italy

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Benvenuti a&nbsp;Napoli! Private transfer from Naples airport or trains station to a 4-star hotel in the city center. After checking in to the&nbsp;accommodations, a travel briefing will be conducted before heading to our first meal together. Time to meet and greet! For dinner, we will visit one of our favorite restaurants in Naples. This&nbsp;traditional trattoria&nbsp;serves old-school&nbsp;Neapolitan classics, such as Parmigiana di Melanzane,&nbsp;Ragù alla Genovese, and more. Naples is the epicenter of many classic Italian dishes and is the gateway to southern cuisine—in other words, there's a lot to try! Return to the hotel.

Arrival in Naples

Breakfast at the hotel. We’ll spend the morning walking around the historic center of Naples to visit some of our favorite&nbsp;street food&nbsp;vendors. As we traverse the “Spaccanapoli,” the colorful main street&nbsp;of the city, we’ll taste the famous&nbsp;sfogliatelle&nbsp;pastries: a classic Neapolitan breakfast treat. Expect to go where few tourists ever venture! Together we’ll visit the&nbsp;Mercato della &nbsp;Pignasecca, a street market that serves as the grocery store for locals. Here can be found&nbsp;some of the best food in the city for those in the know. For lunch, we’ll sample some classic market street food. Plus, adventurous eaters can choose to try a&nbsp;local delicacy&nbsp;that might seem strange, but is a Neapolitan favorite. To finish our walking&nbsp;tour, we’ll take the&nbsp;funicolare cable railway&nbsp;up to the heights above Naples for some incredible&nbsp;views. After a free afternoon for exploring and shopping, we will end the day with a&nbsp;pizza&nbsp;masterclass&nbsp;taught by a Neapolitan chef who has graciously agreed to reveal his secrets. Dinner will, of course, be pizza! Return to the hotel.

Street Food & Pizza

Breakfast at the hotel and departure from Naples by private bus. As we make our way south, we will stop in&nbsp;Paestum&nbsp;to visit a local&nbsp;buffalo mozzarella cheesemaker. This caseificio is a special destination (not only because they make some of the best mozzarella in the world) because the ruins of magnificent&nbsp;ancient Greek temples&nbsp;are literally in the backyard. Here we will enjoy a lunch made with the on-site products, then departure for Calabria. After arriving in the mountainous, rural area of&nbsp;Basilicata,&nbsp;we will check into a hilltop castle in Viggianello which has been converted into a beautiful hotel. Together we will share a dinner of traditional Basilicatan food.

Say Cheese!

Breakfast at the hotel. In the morning, we will visit a local farm&nbsp;for a demonstration of how traditional cheese and ricotta is made in rural, southern Italy. If you’ve never had&nbsp;hot, fresh ricotta&nbsp;served on crunchy bread, you’re in&nbsp;for a delicious treat. In the afternoon, we will head to&nbsp;Civita, a stunningly beautiful mountain town and one of the unique&nbsp;Albanian-Italian&nbsp;communities in Calabria. Upon arrival we'll take a Jeep ride deep into the nearby canyon to visit the “Devil’s Bridge" which spans the dramatic gorge.&nbsp; For over 600 years, the&nbsp;Arbresche people&nbsp;who inhabit this beautiful town have been perfecting their unique&nbsp;cuisine. To sample it, we'll head to a traditional Arbresche restaurant. Here we will learn how to&nbsp;make "dromsa," one of the most unusual&nbsp;and magical types of pasta in Italy,&nbsp;before enjoying a dinner together. Return to the hotel.

Breakfast in the hotel. As we make our way south, we will stop at a unique&nbsp;olive mill&nbsp;in Altomonte. Here a family not only grows some of the&nbsp;best olives in southern Italy, but they still press them using a&nbsp;traditional stone mill. It's rare to find olive oil producers who haven't switched to high-tech maceration, but when you taste this olive oil you'll understand why a few holdouts exist! After a light lunch highlighting the farm's&nbsp;organic extra-virgin olive oil, we will continue on by bus to the coastal town of&nbsp;Tropea. Tropea is a true Calabrian gem, with white sandy beaches, towering cliffs and crystal blue waters. In recent years it was named the&nbsp;most beautiful village in Italy&nbsp;by the Borghi Più&nbsp;Belli d’Italia Association, and for good reason. After arriving and checking in to a 4-star hotel, we will&nbsp;have dinner at one of our favorite local&nbsp;seafood restaurants. Return to the hotel.

Tasting Our Way to Tropea

The morning will be free so that everyone will have to explore Tropea, spend time&nbsp;on the beautiful beaches, and shop. It's the perfect place to kick back and relax! In the late afternoon we will reconvene to visit a local Monte Poro&nbsp;winery. Here we will, of course, taste the delicious&nbsp;local wine&nbsp;made from some of the oldest native grapes in all of Italy, which were brought by the ancient Greeks. The winery is run by an all-female staff who&nbsp;are culinary masters, which is why their food is one of the things we look forward to most on&nbsp;the trip.Before we eat, though, we need to do some cooking of our own! Here, Eva will teach you how to make the traditional, Calabrian pasta known as "fileja," or "maccarruna." The expert cooks at the winery will cook our pasta up into a delicious meal, along with a selection of local dishes to sample. Return to the hotel.

Breakfast at the hotel. In the morning we will head to the nearby town of&nbsp;Spilinga, home to one of the most iconic Calabrian delicacies:&nbsp;'nduja. 'Nduja (pronounced en-doo-yah) is a soft, spreadable and spicy salami with a unique taste that can't be found anywhere else. Here we will meet a local family who have been making 'nduja for generations so they can show us how this spicy treat is made. For lunch, a local chef will prepare us a meal highlighting the local delicacy. Return to Tropea with a free evening.

Let's Spice Things Up!

Day 7

Breakfast at the hotel. To truly experience Italy, one must leave the beaten trail. On our final full day of the trip, we will&nbsp;drive to&nbsp;Dasà, Eva’s hometown. You won’t find it in any guide books, but here we will experience the unforgettable&nbsp;southern Italian family feast. Bring a big appetite! Eva’s family and friends will cook and prepare a family-style meal for us. Time to celebrate our journey with&nbsp;music, dance and lots of food. Return to Tropea.&nbsp;

Southern Feast

Day 8

Breakfast in the hotel, and departure for Lamezia Terme airport or train station. A presto!

Day 9

Who is this experience for?This tour is for adventurous travelers who want to try new food and see a side of southern Italyoff the beaten path. We created this trip to share our favorite Italian experiences that mosttourists will never have the opportunity to find on their own, especially not on another guidedtour. It’s also for people who would never normally join a group tour. This is different! Weintentionally keep the group small, making it an intimate and unique experience that never feelslike a “normal” tour. Who is this experience NOT for?This tour is not for someone who is looking for a postcard experience. Southern Italy isn’t aresort in Venice! There is nothing wrong with wanting the latter, but this tour is more like a safarifor adventurers who wish to see Italy through the eyes of locals. It is also DEFINITELY not forthose with small appetites, or anyone who is scared of carbs, fat, or fried food. I've never heard of Pasta Grammar, can I still enjoy the trip?Often a guest will bring a friend or spouse who maybe isn't a fan or viewer of our YouTube channel, Pasta Grammar. While all are more than welcome, we do urge you to make sure that everyone in the party is familiar with what kind of trip this will be. As fans will know, we are interested in sharing very traditional Italian food and life, not postcard experiences. As long as everyone knows what we're all about, we'll have a great time! What activity level should I be prepared for?While we try to make the tour as easy as possible for all guests, we can't help the fact that life in southern Italy is spent on your feet. Be prepared for plenty of walking on cobblestone streets and a fair amount of stairs and hills. Some of our activities include walking tours where you can expect to get some steps in. If you have mobility or fitness issues, we recommend reaching out to us at tours@pastagrammar.com to discuss and see if the Pasta Grammar Tour is right for you. What should I be ready to eat?A lot of carbs, a lot of fat, and a lot of food in general. If eating pasta, bread, pizza, pastries, etc. every day makes your stomach groan (in a bad way), this is definitely not the trip for you. Southern Italians are big eaters, even more so when they have guests (like you!) to host. Life here is based on food, so come prepared to eat. How can I get to Naples?There are a lot of options for traveling to/from Naples, depending on your situation. A lot of people who book their own arrangements miss out on cheaper or more convenient options, which is why we highly recommend contacting us (tours@pastagrammar.com), to help arrange everything. Traveling through southern Italy is easy but not always intuitive, so having an expert to lend a hand will make everything smoother. How can I return from Tropea?A private transfer from Tropea to Lamezia Terme airport/train station (or another nearby travel hub, if it's more convenient for you) will be provided. From there you can easily fly or take a train or plane to connect to your next destination. When should I arrive?If you do plan on making your own travel arrangements, we urge you to try and arrive in Italy at least one day before the trip starts. Nothing is worse than being jet lagged during our first meal together! On the first evening we meet up shortly before dinner, so we recommend making travel plans that see you arriving in Naples by the late afternoon so that you have time to check in and get settled before meeting the group. I would like to stay in Italy longer! Can you help?Yes! We are happy to help you to extend your trip in Italy. Let us know what kind of plans you would like to make and we can advise further. Feel free to email us at tours@pastagrammar.com I have an allergy or food intolerance, can I still join?Let us know what your needs are and we will be happy to do everything we can to accommodate you! We have hosted guests with a wide range of dietary requirements withoutany trouble. Will my cell phone work in Italy?Most of our guests choose to use international roaming plans provided by their domestic carriers, but it’s also very easy to acquire a temporary, local SIM card for your trip. They are widely available for purchase upon arrival in Italy. If you only require data, apps like Ubigi are helpful for purchasing affordable, flexible eSIM data plans. What is your COVID policy?We follow the recommendations and requirements of the Italian government at all times. As of this writing (always subject to change) there are currently no restrictions on travelers who have contracted COVID-19. In the event that a guest gets sick, we do not cancel the trip unless regulations change. It is up to individual guests to assess the hazards of travel and make their own decisions about whether to risk joining a group tour. As with any sickness, we urge guests who are feeling under the weather to rest, relax, recuperate, and rejoin the group once they have recovered.Does the trip include travel insurance?Yes! You will be covered by travel insurance for the duration of the trip, covering certain medical emergencies, lost baggage, cancellations, etc. as defined by the insurance policy. <a target="_blank" rel="noopener noreferrer nofollow" href="https://cdn.shopify.com/s/files/1/0925/4155/0913/files/travel-insurance-conditions-2026-taste-of-calabria.pdf">View the full terms and coverage here.</a>Payment PolicyA 50% non-refundable deposit will be collected at the time of booking. The remaining payment will be due 120 days before the trip commences. Payments are non-refundable. If booking within 120 days of the trip, the full fee will be due at checkout. Please note that the itinerary is subject to minor change, in the event that extreme weather or unforeseen circumstances.

The Pasta Grammar Tour

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May 22-28, 2027September 4-10, 2027Come spend a food-filled week with us and a small group of fellow visitors in Eva’s hometown: Dasà! A small village in the mountains of Calabria, Dasà is an ideal place to experience rural Italy as a local. During this week we will learn about the regional food, cook together, interact with the locals, and experience southern Italian life in a truly unique way. Dasà is far from a touristy place: be forewarned that there are no restaurants, shopping centers, or hotels. What there is, however, is an abundance of amazing food and culture that only the locals (and you!) can fully experience. This week-long immersion is not for everyone, but if you’re adventurous and want to experience Italy as almost no outsider can ever hope to, consider joining us!

89832 Dasà VV, Italy

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Pickup at&nbsp;Lamezia airport and train station&nbsp;in Calabria, with private transportation to&nbsp;Dasà. Check in to your accommodations. Because there are no hotels or B&amp;B’s in Dasà, the local community has worked together to provide&nbsp;private houses&nbsp;for our guests during their stay. Each home will house 2 to 4 guests with a shared kitchen. All single guests/couples will have a private bedroom and bathroom. After settling in, we will share a&nbsp;welcome dinner&nbsp;prepared by the locals, who are very excited to meet you. Bring a big appetite, because they’re equally excited to feed you!&nbsp; The meal will be held at&nbsp;La Locanda, a once-abandoned restaurant (restaurants don’t last long in a town full of cooks) that the people of Dasà have lovingly restored into a gorgeous&nbsp;osteria&nbsp;just for you! It’s a beautiful location where we will meet, cook and eat together throughout the week.

Benvenuto!

In the morning, we will go on a brief&nbsp;walking tour of Dasà&nbsp;so that you can become acquainted with the village! You’ll have a chance to meet people from the town and become acquainted with the local&nbsp;shops,&nbsp;markets&nbsp;and (most importantly)&nbsp;coffee bar. The name “Dasà” comes from ancient Greek, and literally means “the place among the olive trees.” Olive oil is central to the local culture, so our first lunch together will focus on this staple ingredient. At the Locanda, we’ll share a lunch highlighting&nbsp;local olive oil. In the afternoon, we’ll make an excursion to visit some&nbsp;local olive groves&nbsp;where some of the trees are old enough that they may have been planted by the very Greeks who gave Dasà its name. For those who are still hungry in the evening, we will always have dinner waiting at La Locanda! Perhaps our favorite part of the Dasà experience is gathering in the evening, sharing&nbsp;food and wine with whoever wants to join.

"The Place Among the Olive Trees"

One of the weekly traditions in southern Italy is eating&nbsp;ragù! At La Locanda, Eva and a group of local women from Dasà (known as the "Spice Girls") will teach us how to make&nbsp;handmade tagliatelle pasta, served with&nbsp;southern-style ragù. Together we will enjoy the fruits of our labor for a well-earned lunch! In the afternoon, we will visit a&nbsp;local museum&nbsp;to learn about the history of&nbsp;Dasà. In your free time there are&nbsp;beautiful hikes&nbsp;to make in the mountains and valleys,&nbsp;local farms to stroll through, and&nbsp;delicious gelato&nbsp;to eat at the bar while chatting with the locals. Drink,&nbsp;food&nbsp;and&nbsp;song&nbsp;in the evening at La Locanda for all who would like to join!

Tagliatelle con Ragù

One of the greatest treasures in Dasà is the&nbsp;local pastry chef, Salvatore Cognetta. His family, though originally from Dasà, founded one of the most important pastry shops in Naples before returning to their Calabrian roots. Salvatore is a true master of southern Italian sweets, from sfogliatelle to...&nbsp;cannoli! Salvatore has graciously agreed to reveal his secrets with a demonstration of how he makes&nbsp;perfect cannoli, followed by lunch and (of course) a tasting of his handiwork. In the afternoon, we'll go on a short walk to a beautiful park overlooking Dasà. Here, beneath towering pine trees, once stood a medieval monastery which was once frequented by Saint Lorenzo. It's a lovely spot to get a view of the town from above. For dinner, we're all invited to one of the local bars for an&nbsp;"apericena"—something in between an aperitivo and a dinner—where we will sample a bunch of delicious treats while we hang out with the locals.

Cannoli

Earlier in the week we learned how to make&nbsp;fresh tagliatelle, and now it’s time for the advanced lesson! Eva and the Spice Girls will teach us how to make&nbsp;fileja pasta, or as it’s known in Dasà, “maccarruna.” This unique and interesting pasta shape is our favorite, for good reason! Together we’ll enjoy a lunch of the Dasà classic:&nbsp;maccarruna and beans. This will probably be unlike any “pasta fazool” you’ve ever had before! In the afternoon we'll visit the&nbsp;medieval mill&nbsp;where the people of Dasà used to make their own flour up until recently. Once you see how beautiful it is, you’ll understand why the town is trying to restore it for use! Dinner at La Locanda, for those who still have an appetite after lunch!

Maccarruna

One of the best parts of living in a small town in southern Italy is the abundance of&nbsp;delicious food&nbsp;delivered right to your door: fresh fish, local produce and...&nbsp;cheese! To learn about the incredible cheese tradition in Calabria, we will spend the morning with one of the&nbsp;local cheesemakers&nbsp;and see them at work (you can even help milk the goats!). If you've never had&nbsp;hot, fresh ricotta&nbsp;right out of the pot, you're in for a treat! On the way back from the cheese demonstration, we will stop at the incredible Norman castle overlooking Dasà and the surrounding countryside. Dating back to the 1st century, this medieval fortress and noble residence was the focal point of the local community for centuries. In the evening, we’ll share a&nbsp;final, celebratory feast&nbsp;with the locals. Time to unwind and enjoy one last hurrah with all of our new friends!

Final Feast!

Private transfer to nearby airports or train stations for departure. Arrivederci!

Who is this experience for?This is for very adventurous travelers who don’t just want to visit a place, but to experience living in it. You won’t find this food and this experience unless you are part of a rural Italian family. If joining ours for a week sounds like fun, this is the “tour” for you! Who is this experience NOT for?Simply put, it’s not for someone who is looking for a regular tour! We love our own tour of southern Italy, but this is a different beast. If you’re not up for living in a humble village without luxury amenities for a week, this might not be for you. I've never heard of Pasta Grammar, can I still enjoy the trip?Often a guest will bring a friend or spouse who maybe isn't a fan or viewer of our YouTube channel, Pasta Grammar. While all are more than welcome, we do urge you to make sure that everyone in the party is familiar with what kind of trip this will be. As fans will know, we are interested in sharing very traditional Italian food and life, not postcard experiences. As long as everyone knows what we're all about, we'll have a great time! What activity level should I be prepared for?Daily life in a small, Italian town is much more active than you might think. While we try to make it as easy as possible for all guests, we can't help the fact that life here is spent on your feet. Be prepared for plenty of walking on cobblestone streets and a fair amount of stairs and hills. If you have mobility or fitness issues, we recommend reaching out to us at tours@pastagrammar.com to discuss and see if the Week in Dasà experience is right for you.Where will I stay?Guests will be accommodated in furnished houses provided by the community. Each house will have a shared kitchen and private bedroom and bathroom for every single guest or couple. What should I be ready to eat?A lot of carbs, a lot of fat, and a lot of food in general. If eating pasta, bread, pizza, pastries, etc. every day for a week makes your stomach groan (in a bad way), this is definitely not the trip for you. Calabrians are big eaters, even more so when they have guests (like you!) to host. Life here is based on food, so come prepared to eat. How can I get to/from Dasà?A private transfer between Dasà and Lamezia Terme airport/train station (or another nearby travel hub, if it's more convenient for you) will be provided. There are a lot of options for traveling to/from Lamezia, depending on your situation. A lot of people who book their own arrangements miss out on cheaper or more convenient options, which is why we highly recommend contacting us (tours@pastagrammar.com) to help arrange everything. Traveling through Calabria is easy but not always intuitive, so having an expert to lend a hand will make everything smoother. When should I arrive?If you do plan on making your own travel arrangements, we recommend (if possible) arriving in Italy at least one day before the trip starts. Nothing is worse than being jet lagged during our first meal together! On the first evening we usually meet up shortly before dinner, so we recommend making travel plans that see you arriving in Dasà by the late afternoon so that you have time to check in and get settled before meeting the group. Is the itinerary set in stone?Even more than a "normal" tour, the itinerary for the Week in Dasà is subject to change. Most of our planned activities involve real people within the community, and events sometimes need to shuffle due to changing circumstances within the town. Not to worry, there will be no shortage of amazing stuff to do and try, but please be aware that any itinerary based on the real life of a town and its people needs to be flexible. Sometimes incredible and unexpected opportunities arise, and we like to be able to take advantage of them as they happen! What will I eat outside of our meals together?While there isn't much in the way of restaurants in Dasà, each guest home will come with a kitchen, so you are free to shop for ingredients at the local markets and cook for yourself. However, it is extremely unlikely that you will find that necessary. Calabrians eat like they will die tomorrow, and they feed guests according to the same philosophy. Trust us, there will be no lack of food. I would like to stay in Italy longer! Can you help?Yes! We are happy to help you extend your trip in Italy. Let us know what kind of plans you would like to make and she can advise further. Feel free to email us at tours@pastagrammar.com I have an allergy or food intolerance, can I still join?Let us know what your needs are and we will be happy to do everything we can to accommodate you! We have hosted guests with a wide range of dietary requirements withoutany trouble. Will my cell phone work in Italy?Most of our guests choose to use international roaming plans provided by their domestic carriers, but it’s also very easy to acquire a temporary, local SIM card for your trip. They are widely available for purchase upon arrival in Italy. For the best coverage in Dasà, we recommend using WindTre. If you just require travel data, we recommend using the eSIM app called Ubigi. What is your COVID policy?We follow the recommendations and requirements of the Italian government at all times. As of this writing (always subject to change) there are currently no restrictions on travelers who have contracted COVID-19. In the event that a guest gets sick, we do not cancel the trip unless regulations change. It is up to individual guests to assess the hazards of travel and make their own decisions about whether to risk joining a group tour. As with any sickness, we urge guests who are feeling under the weather to rest, relax, recuperate, and rejoin the group once they have recovered. Does the trip include travel insurance?Yes! You will be covered by travel insurance for the duration of the trip, covering certain medical emergencies, lost baggage, cancellations, etc. as defined by the insurance policy. <a target="_blank" rel="noopener noreferrer nofollow" href="https://cdn.shopify.com/s/files/1/0925/4155/0913/files/travel-insurance-conditions-2026-taste-of-calabria.pdf">View the full terms and coverage here.</a>Payment PolicyA 50% non-refundable deposit will be collected at the time of booking. The remaining payment will be due 120 days before the trip commences. Payments are non-refundable. If booking within 120 days of the trip, the full fee will be due at checkout.

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