Experience the authentic flavors of Perugia on a 4-hour food and wine walking tour. Taste classic Umbrian foods, wine, and beer while exploring the city’s historic center and meeting local chefs and shop owners.
- Turan Cafè - Enjoy breakfast Italian style and learn the history of this charming cafe as you sip a creamy cappuccino or tea with a freshly baked pastry.
- Caffè di Perugia - Enjoy a variety of typical cheeses and Umbria’s famous Prosciutto in a historic cafe linked to Umbria’s rich fabric traditions.
- Osteria a Priori - Sample the ancient and nearly extinct Fagiolina del Trasimeno with tangy olive oil and Grechetto wine.
- Antica Spezieria e Drogheria Bavicchi - Step back in time while tasting Perugia’s famous and lesser known chocolates at the city’s oldest spice shop and general store.
- Perugia Tartufi - Enjoy a taste of Sagrantino wine alongside a plate of handmade pasta with black truffle sauce. Then meet Marco, a truffle hunter and taste a variety of truffle products.
- Local guide
- Historical insights along the route
- Wines and craft beer tastings
- 10+ Food Tastings
- Gratuities for guides
- Hotel pickup and dropoff
Join the inhabitants of Perugia on a 4-hour culinary journey through the historic heart of the city. Guided by a gastronomy enthusiast, experience ten distinctive Umbrian culinary treats, accompanied by a selection of unique wines and beers from local eateries, quaint cafes and stores. This excursion traces the steps of the ancient Etruscans, Roman imperials, aristocratic households, and Renaissance artists, providing a substantial breakfast and lunch comprised of pastries, cheeses, charcuterie, olive oils, hand-made truffle pasta, chocolates, gelato, and more.
Key features:
• A 4-hour food and wine exploration of Perugia led by an expert local guide
• Learn about Perugia’s past while experiencing food with deep historical roots
• Partake in 10+ samples of regional cuisine and find out where locals prefer to eat
• Engage with restaurateurs, chefs, and store owners, hearing their personal stories and passions
• Pay a visit to one of Italy’s top 100 artisanal gelaterias
- Vegetarian options are available
- Not recommended for vegan or gluten free travelers
For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.