Small Group Tours

Below is a list of our small group tour destinations through Europe, South America, Asia, and the Northeastern United States. All of our tours are designed for small groups of 6 – 16 people. Our small group tours are aimed at experiencing and enjoying the history and culture of the region visited, and they excel in unique gourmet experiences. We would love to have you join us on one of our small group tours!

Spring 2023

    • Corsica & Sardinia
      Corsica & Sardinia
      April 24 - May 7, 2024
      PRICE: $7,899
      There is no other place like Corsica.  Belonging to France, with roots from Italy, today Corsica remains fiercely independent. Sardinia is Corsica’s southern neighbor and is the second largest island in the Mediterranean Sea. Today Sardinia is an autonomous region of Italy, and Sardinians remain proud of their culture and heritage
      • Greece & the Greek Islands
        Greece & the Greek Islands
        May 6 - May 20, 2024
        PRICE: $8,469
        Ancient history, from Plato and Socrates to early Christians. Gorgeous coastal and mountain scenery, and breathtaking islands. Wonderful people and delicious local cuisine. Experience all that this beautiful region has to offer in an unforgettable vacation.
      • Andalusia and Extremadura, Spain
        Andalusia and Extremadura, Spain
        April 4 - April 18, 2024
        PRICE: $7,599
        From the high art and culture of the Prado museum in Madrid, to the whitewashed medieval villages of Cervantes, to Moorish castles and fortresses, this trip is a not-to-be-missed tour of España. Join us for these unforgettable sights, plus the sounds of flamenco and the flavors of gourmet Spanish cuisine and wine.
      • Amalfi Coast & Capri, Italy
        Amalfi Coast & Capri, Italy
        May 14 - May 26, 2024
        PRICE: $8,375
        Enjoy fall days on this tour to one of the world's most beautiful areas. A feast for the eyes as well as the palate, our Amalfi Coast tours feature fascinating cultural sites, featuring gorgeous luxury hotels, leisurely boat rides, and truly exceptional gourmet cuisine and wines.
      • Bordeaux, Dordogne, & Languedoc
        Bordeaux, Dordogne, & Languedoc
        May 19 - June 2, 2024
        TOUR PRICE: $7,975

        A Bordeaux tour like you've imagined: the best wines and gastronomic cuisine, idyllic hilltop villages, optional balloon ride, underground boat ride, prehistoric cave paintings, historic castles and unspoiled medieval towns with no cars, warm friendly hosts.
      • Normandy & Brittany, France
        Normandy & Brittany, France
        June 3 - June 16, 2024
        TOUR PRICE: $7,299

        A gourmet voyage through the fascinating history of this region, from William the Conqueror's castles to Anne of Bretagne's fortress to Joan of Arc's last days in Rouen to the Allied invasion. Breton oysters and cider, Norman Calvados and Camembert.

      Fall 2023

      • Croatia & Slovenia
        Croatia & Slovenia
        June 6 - June 19, 2024
        TOUR PRICE: $Coming Soon!
        Our Croatia and Slovenia tour explores a magnificent part of old, unspoiled Europe: the scenery is gorgeous; the outdoor cafés are enticing; the people are unbelievably friendly; the villages are picturesque and inviting; there are wonderful castles, palaces, and fascinating ancient ruins.
      • Switzerland & Northern Italian Lakes
        Switzerland & Northern Italian Lakes
        August 31 - September 13, 2024
        TOUR PRICE: $8,679


        Idyllic villages tucked in the mountains, stunning vistas, Alps excursion by boat-train-gondola, Swiss fondue and chocolate, boat rides on Maggiore and Como, fascinating history, all the magnificent beauty of Switzerland and Italy's Northern Lakes.
      • French & Italian Rivieras & Cinque Terre
        French & Italian Rivieras & Cinque Terre
        September 7 - September 20, 2024
        TOUR PRICE: $8,359

        Medieval hilltop villages, Pastis on your veranda overlooking the Mediterranean, the flowers of Provence, the pink and yellow houses of Portofino, Cinque Terre’s striking cliffs, the incredible beauty of the Côte d’Azur.
      • Carcassonne, France to Barcelona, Spain
        Carcassonne, France to Barcelona, Spain
        September 12 - September 24, 2024
        TOUR PRICE: $7,875

        From the Knights Templar and the Cathar battlefields of Languedoc, France, to the majestic Pyrénees Mountains and Catalonia, Spain; to Barcelona and the Penedès wine region: an exciting journey of history, rugged beauty, and exciting cuisine and culture.
      • Bavaria, Germany & Salzburg, Austria
        Bavaria, Germany & Salzburg, Austria
        September 16 - September 30, 2024
        PRICE: $8,579
        From the festive beer halls of Munich to the romantic alleys of Salzburg, step into the culture and traditions of the region. Visit fairy tale castles perched over the beautiful countryside. Delight in traditional local cuisine and an 8th century winery. Explore the masterpieces of medieval, Baroque and Gothic architecture.
      • Piedmont & the Italian Alps
        Piedmont & the Italian Alps
        September 15 - September 27, 2024
        PRICE: $7,690

        Discover the best Northern Italy has to offer: culture, scenery, food and wine. Enjoy ancient medieval villages, a landscape dotted with vineyards, and taste the pleasures of the Parma valley.
      • Rome, Amalfi Coast & Sicily, Italy
        Rome, Amalfi Coast & Sicily, Italy
        Also available for custom groups and dates
        October 1 - October 14, 2024
        TOUR PRICE: $8,228
        Breathtaking scenery, the grandeur of Rome, Amalfi's stunning cliffs, the magic of Capri, the awe of Pompeii, Sicily's ancient Greek temples, colorful markets, wonderful wines and foods, spectacular scenery, warmhearted people, beautiful Taormina.
      • Back Roads & Wines of Portugal
        Back Roads & Wines of Portugal
        October 2 - October 16, 2024
        TOUR PRICE $7,145

        Wonderful Portuguese historian as escort, winery visits in the main wine regions of Portugal, gorgeous accommodations in villas, historic “Pousadas” and elegant inns, outstanding cuisine, UNESCO sites, friendly locals, and picturesque villages.
      • Autumn in New England’s Villages
        Autumn in New England’s Villages
        October 11 - October 25, 2024
        PRICE: $7,148


        Lobsters, clambakes, rocky shores off deep blue Atlantic waters, three and a half centuries of American architecture. From picturesque harbors and mountain peaks to splendid forests and serene lakes, see our brilliant fall colors unequaled in the world.

      The tour schedule is subject to minor date adjustments.

      About our small group tours: Specializing since 1994 in small group tours of Europe and the Northeast U.S. We offer gourmet small group tours, indulging in wonderful food and wine, staying at elegant  accommodations with regional character, experiencing local culture and scenery at a leisurely pace with friendly local guides, all at an exceptional value.