All Abruzzo Tours & Excursions in 2026

Accompanied by a professional local guide take a walk in the Castle of Rocca Calascio, famous for being the frame and set of numerous films and Hollywood films such as "Ladyhawke" and "The Name of the Rose"! Start by visiting the village below the Castle which you will then reach via the path that leads to the entrance bridge passing through the Church of Santa Maria della Pietà located along the path at the foot of the Rocca. You will continue with a typical Abruzzo lunch made of dishes made with excellence that the area expresses such as the Lentil of Santo Stefano di Sessanio, Slow Food Presidium, the Saffron Dell'Aquila D.O.P. and the delicious Canestrato cheese from Castel Del Monte. This will be followed by a visit to the splendid village of Santo Stefano di Sessanio with its newly renovated tower, you will explore its narrow streets and countless shops with its handcrafted products.

An intense experience between history, tradition and suggestive views. This tour allows you to experience the medieval village and the famous Rocca Calascio in a unique atmosphere, immersed in the majesty of the mountain. Experience designed for lovers of trekking, photography and history. In 2019, National Geographic listed the Rocca among the 15 most beautiful castles in the world. During the excursion: - you will do a challenging trek in the mountains - you will discover the in-depth history of the archaeological area and medieval villages - you will observe birds of prey in flight and take unique panoramic photographs; Summary : - Visit to the Medieval Village of Calascio - Trekking to the village of Rocca Calascio - Visit to the Medieval Village - Trekking to Octagonal Church - Visit of the Octagonal Church - Trekking to the Rock - Visit of the Rock - Trekking to the parking lot

Take a break from the stresses of sightseeing and packed Adriatic beaches during this picnic experience at historic Mazzarosa Winery. Instead of running between stores to grab items on your own, receive a curated picnic hamper stuffed with goodies, from traditional cheeses and cold cuts to seasonal fruit—and of course, a bottle of your wine of choice. Save time for a visit to the wine cellar.

This night excursion will take you to the heart of the most authentic Abruzzo, among archaeological areas, starry skies and night sounds. At over 1,460 meters above sea level, in the Gran Sasso and Monti della Laga National Park, stands Rocca Calascio: the highest fortification in the Apennines. In 2019, National Geographic listed it among the 15 most beautiful castles in the world. During the excursion: - you will do a challenging trek in the mountains - you will discover the in-depth history of the archaeological area - night sky observation and landscape photography - suggestive silences accompanied by the sound of night birds only - breathtaking views illuminated only by the moon Summary - Visit to the Medieval Village - Small trekking to Octagonal Church - Visit to the Rock - Brief astronomical info and looks up to the sky - Small trekking to the parking lot

Explore the Costa dei Trabocchi without the hassle of navigating the coastline or finding access to secluded coves on your own. This guided sea kayaking experience takes you along the Adriatic shore, where you can paddle past traditional trabocchi fishing structures and reach areas that are often best seen from the water. With equipment provided and route planning handled for you, it’s an easy way to experience one of Abruzzo’s most scenic coastal landscapes.

Abruzzo is known as one of Italy’s most popular wine-producing regions, but most travelers don’t venture beyond a glass of white or red over dinner. Ideal for anyone looking for a deeper delve into Abruzzese wine, this private winery tour combines a guided exploration of a traditional estate—including cellars and vineyards—with an exclusive tasting paired with local snacks.

Immerse yourself in the heart of Pescara's countryside with this exclusive winery tour. Meet passionate winemakers and uncover the rich history of a typical estate as you wander through charming cellars, learning the secrets of wine production along the way. Plus, take the opportunity to indulge in a joyful wine tasting session that invites you to savor three exquisite wines.

Abruzzo is a Region full of colors and lights: Chieti countryside is the ideal location for discovering this beautiful land. wine, olive oil, truffle, and other culinary delights make up the excellence of Italian gastronomy. Come in this family-run winery to begin a journey through taste. Enjoy lunch or dinner while tasting three of our wines.

Walking tour through the major monuments of the town, in an itinerary that chronologically tells the history of the foundation of the town. Beside the official history you will learn about legends and mysteries, the ones about Templar knights and enigmatic characters like Fredrick II and Celestino V, the "pope of the great refusal".

What makes this tour unique is the harmony between the power of technology and the charm of history. It is not a simple hike, but a sensory journey that transforms the climb into pure pleasure thanks to our e-bikes, allowing anyone to dominate the peaks of Gran Sasso without breathlessness. Starting from the authentic heart of Barisciano, we immerse ourselves in a network of mountain paths and dirt roads that only those who live in the area know deeply. The route touches the body of water of Santo Stefano di Sessanio before heading to the sky towards the Rocca di Calascio. Here, among the ruins of Italy's tallest fortress, you'll relive the atmosphere of cult movies like "Ladyhawke." The return through the medieval village of Santo Stefano di Sessanio closes a perfect circle between wild nature and historical architecture. Choosing this tour means experiencing the exclusivity of a "slow" Abruzzo, where every ride is a movie frame and every breath smells of freedom.

Abruzzo is one of Italy’s largest wine-producing regions, but with so many bottles to choose from, it can be hard to know what to order. Come an instant expert in all things Abruzzese wine during this small-group wine tour, which combines a behind-the-scenes winery visit with an exclusive tasting of five hand-picked local wines.

Vast grasslands, ponds that pop up suddenly in the whitewashed mountains, streams of water that flow to the surface, rocky peaks between gorges and deep furrows, to observe the thousand shades that give real life moments. Welcome to the Campo Imperatore Plain, the small Tibet of Abruzzo in the heart of the Gran Sasso d'Italia massif and the Gran Sasso and Monti della Laga National Park. Experience a unique experience for beautiful landscapes and pure fun: with "eBikeTour the little Tibet of Abruzzo" proposed by Bici e Dintorni allows you to discover unusual points of view of the territory. A ride with e-bikes offers fun and pleasure. "eBikeTour the little Tibet of Abruzzo" is an excursion suitable for everyone. Details - Difficulty: tourist route (suitable for everyone). - Length: about 20km (round trip) - Total duration: approx. 2.30 / 3.00 hours - Where: Santo Stefano di Sessanio - Lake Racollo (Piana di Campo Imperatore) - Abruzzo

If you're looking for a fun and curious way to visit Pescara, you've come to the right place! With this digital guide created with the support of a local, you will be able to visit all the most important monuments at your own pace. You'll get to know the stories and curiosities of Pescara! But also you will discover everything about local foods, Italian Aperitivo in authentic local restaurants, and much more!

Come hungry to this private two-part food tour of Florence, the birthplace of Italian gastronomy. In addition to a walking tour that features tastings at beloved local businesses, your guide facilitates an intimate Italian cooking lesson. After the lesson, enjoy your freshly-prepared 3-course meal with Chianti wine and leave with a souvenir apron, tote, and cooking tips to impress your friends.

The afternoon tour ends with the uniqueness of Abruzzo's excellences in the world: Bomba with ice cream by Chef Niko Romito This 4-hour food and wine tour offers 5 authentic tastings (food served in abundance will replace lunch or dinner) at various locations.

Live a unique and unforgettable outdoor experience! Taste and savor genuine products of our territory! After the harvest you can pick up a Picnic box per person and go among the olive trees adjacent to the cellar. Here you will find specially prepared stations (with straw bales, tablecloth, mood lighting) to sit freely and spend a pleasant evening. You will find a kiosk on site where you can buy separately roasts, wine and more. The evening will be enlivened by traveling live music.

Abruzzo is a region highly suited to olive growing. Each area has different peculiarities. In our oil mill, in addition to a careful production of monovarietal oils and others, you can taste a unique cultivar in the world ... the "Castiglionese", this variety is present in the world only in the Valle del Fino. Furthermore, the tour will not be conducted by simple guides, but by professionals involved in all stages of processing, professional tasters and oil sommeliers. They will enthusiastically answer all your questions and we are sure they will make you passionate about this unique food. In short, we hope to have sparked your curiosity, we are waiting for you!

You will learn how to create this polenta dish and discover how to transform traditional methods of copper cauldron in modern kitchens while creating a series of authentic and healthy local foods that will satisfy both carnivores and vegetarians, providing a range of opportunities for those who like to take some food photography. You will already have understood that ours is a typical local cicina. We are in the middle of a noble courtyard in the heart of the village, inside the room there is still a very ancient lever press from the 1600s. The Polenta di Pettorano is unique in the Abruzzo region, for the corn flour we use and the artisan workmanship as it once was; mixed an hour and a half in the copper cauldron with the wooden pole, solid and non-liquid consistency is cut into slices by a very thin wire with delicious white sauce called "Rognoso" based on pecorino cheese and fried bacon.

Enjoy a private dining experience in a local's Pescara home featuring authentic recipes passed down through generations of Italian mammas and a cooking demo. Savor a 4-course menu with starter, pasta, main course, and dessert, all paired with water, wines, and coffee. Feel the warmth of Italian hospitality in an intimate setting.

Live authentic Italian experiences. Visit this family-run winery, founded in Villamagna, a small medieval village in the province of Chieti, located 10 km from the white beaches of the Adriatic Sea and 10 km from the snow-capped peaks of the Majella mountain range.

coming to the Museo dell'Olio di CantinArte means having an experience means making a leap into the past, in a place that tells the story, the Abruzzo roots linked to the production of oil and wine. the tone is always cheerful, interactive, engaging. you will come out of this experience with "taste in the mouth" and with lots of useful information!

Pescara may be known as the “City of Two Cities", but its story goes much further back than the unification of two towns, Pescara and Castellammare Adriatico, in 1927. On this self-guided walking tour, you’ll find out how a city devastated by WWII bombs managed to rebuild while preserving its 2,000-year history. Starting at Piazza del Sacro Cuore, you’ll cross both of Pescara River’s banks and discover a city that’s authentically Italian without the tourist crowds. You’ll hear about its origins as Ostia Aterni’s Roman port and how it became a Spanish fortress. You’ll also find out about the city’s strong connection to its most famous son, literary legend Gabriele D’Annunzio. You’ll stroll along seaside promenades lined with historic neighbourhoods, passing by innovative contemporary art galleries and traditional markets. You’ll walk the longest cycle-pedestrian bridge in Italy, the 466-meter Ponte del Mare which offers panoramic views from the Adriatic to the Apennine Mountains.

Tracing your Italian lineage from across the ocean and back through time can be challenging, especially if you don’t speak Italian. With this customized research service and tour, reconnect with your Italian ancestors from Abruzzo. Learn about their lives, visit the towns and villages where they once lived, and uncover historic records in local archives with the help of a local genealogical researcher and guide.