Campania — the motherland of the Mediterranean diet, generous and bountiful, offering every visitor delights for the palate and eyes. If you want to discover the recipe for taste and well-being, sit at the table with us for this fantastic tour! Five days of hands-on cooking, farm tastings, sunset boat dinners, hilltop wine experiences, and the art of Neapolitan pizza on the Amalfi Coast.
DAY 1
Capaccio - The Culinary Journey Begins
Cooking class & Mediterranean diet secrets
Your culinary adventure begins! After checking in at a welcoming agriturismo nestled in the countryside of Capaccio, you’ll dive straight into the heart of Southern Italian cuisine with a hands-on Cooking Class.
Under the guidance of a local cook, you’ll learn to prepare fantastic dishes from the Mediterranean diet — the very cuisine that UNESCO has recognised as an Intangible Cultural Heritage of Humanity. Using fresh, locally sourced ingredients, you’ll discover the secrets behind the flavours that have made this region legendary.
After savouring the dishes you’ve prepared together, the evening is yours to relax and settle into the rhythm of rural Campania. Overnight at the agriturismo.
DAY 2
Paestum — Mozzarella, Temples & a Sunset Cruise
Buffalo mozzarella, ancient history & dinner on the sea
The morning starts at a renowned local dairy farm, where you’ll witness the ancient art of buffalo mozzarella production — from fresh milk to the softest, most delicious mozzarella you’ve ever tasted. Explore the Museum of Rural Civilisation to understand the farming traditions that have shaped this land for centuries, then sit down to a fabulous lunch featuring the farm’s own dairy products.
After lunch, visit the magnificent Paestum Temples — one of the best-preserved ancient Greek archaeological sites in the world. Walk among columns that have stood for over 2,500 years and feel the weight of history beneath your feet.
As evening falls, something special awaits: you’ll board a boat to discover the Cilento coastline from the sea. Cruising gently along the shore as the sun sets, you’ll arrive at Punta Licosa — a pristine marine reserve — for a fantastic aperitivo dinner on board, with the sound of waves and the golden light of dusk as your backdrop. Overnight at your accommodation.
DAY 3
Trentinara — Hilltop Views & Cilento Wine
White fig tasting, vineyard wines & a Bio Agriturismo
After breakfast, you’ll set off to discover the most authentic corners of the Cilento hinterland. Your first stop is a historic farm in Prignano Cilento, where you’ll learn about the production and sweet flavour of the Cilento white fig — another prized product of this extraordinary territory, protected by DOP designation.
In the afternoon, you’ll arrive in the charming hilltop village of Trentinara, perched high above the plain with breathtaking panoramic views stretching from the mountains to the sea. Here, a prestigious local winery becomes the setting for your wine tasting: fine Cilento wines accompanied by cured meats, local cheeses, and artisan bread.
To close this perfect day of food and nature, you’ll spend the night at a Bio Agriturismo nestled in Trentinara itself — an organic farm stay where the food is grown steps from your table.
DAY 4
Salerno — From Countryside to City
Morning in nature, a celebration lunch & the flavours of Salerno
After breakfast at the Bio Agriturismo, the morning is yours to savour this unspoiled place — walk through the organic gardens, breathe in the fresh mountain air, or simply sit with a coffee and take in the views one last time.
The Bio Agriturismo itself hosts a delicious lunch — a celebration of everything Cilento grown and prepared with love, steps from where it was harvested.
In the afternoon, you’ll transfer to Salerno — the vibrant coastal city that serves as the gateway to the Amalfi Coast. For dinner, you’ll be guests at a renowned local spaghetteria, where the best dishes of Southern Italian pasta tradition await you. Rich ragùs, fresh seafood, handmade pasta — this is where the culinary soul of Campania comes alive in the city. Overnight in Salerno.
DAY 5
Raito — Pizza Class on the Amalfi Coast
Salerno's old town, the art of Neapolitan pizza & arrivederci
After breakfast at your accommodation, the morning is yours to freely explore the charming alleyways of Salerno’s historic centre — a maze of medieval streets, hidden churches, and local shops that offer a glimpse into everyday Southern Italian life.
You’ll then transfer to Raito, a jewel perched on the rocky cliffs of the stunning Amalfi Coast. In the evocative setting of a local winery, you’ll get your hands in the dough for a Pizza Class — learning all the secrets behind the preparation of the legendary Neapolitan pizza, from the perfect dough to the ideal bake.
Our culinary experience ends here, but we’re certain that the treasure of experiences and emotions you’ve collected during this journey will stay with you forever. This isn’t goodbye — it’s an arrivederci, the beginning of a story that will continue to live in your heart and on your palate.
How do I book a tour or transfer with Paestum Holidays?
Send an enquiry through our contact form or message us on WhatsApp. We'll confirm availability, tailor the details to you and arrange everything personally — usually within a few hours.
Are your tours private or in a group?
Almost everything we offer is private. You travel as our guest with your own driver-guide — never a large bus group — so each day flexes around your pace, interests and family.
What languages are the tours run in?
We host in English and Italian. Leonardo and the family speak fluent English, so you're looked after comfortably from start to finish.
Do you pick up from my hotel or the station?
Yes. We collect you directly from your hotel, B&B or the Paestum/Capaccio train station across the Cilento and Amalfi Coast, and confirm the exact meeting point when you book.
What's included in the price?
Private transport with a local driver-guide, the experiences described on each tour page, and our personal recommendations. Tastings, entrance tickets and meals are included where the tour says so.
Can you cater to dietary needs or families with children?
Absolutely. Tell us about allergies, vegetarian or vegan preferences, or travelling with little ones when you enquire, and we'll adapt the food experiences and the pace of the day.
Do you also arrange airport and port transfers?
Yes — we run private transfers from Naples airport, Salerno and the Amalfi Coast ports, with optional stops such as Pompeii on the way to Paestum or the Cilento.
