Exploring the Mediterranean: Your Guide to Our Immersive Tours

The cradle of Western civilization, the Mediterranean has always been a magical place. Iconic Greek and Roman monuments, Gothic cathedrals and Renaissance masterpieces have endured the test of time in droves. That’s not to mention the region’s long and storied affair with viniculture, the pervasive passion for all things culinary – and simply living well. Once you visit the Mediterranean, you always return, again and again.

That’s why our Destination Specialists have crafted a range of imaginative touring options, all specifically designed for the seasoned traveler that loves exploring the Mediterranean, but wants new and fascinating experiences in these classic destinations. Revered gastronomy, the nuanced local culture and timeless wellness practices are illuminated on the tours featured here. Go Local Tours open the door to homes and businesses for memorable immersions in the local way of life, Food & Wine Trails Tours offer exclusive foodie experiences, and Wellness Discovery Tours by Aquamar bring you age-old secrets to longevity and vitality. Much more than just excursions ashore, these ultimate destination explorations connect you more deeply with the local culture and they reveal meaningful experiences in new and favorite ports. Discover some of our favorite examples of these unique and original tours below.

New Go Local Tours
Our new small-batch Go Local Tours take you beyond the expected sites and embed you in the fabric of local communities with one-of-a-kind looks at history, cuisine and culture. Go Local Tours mean exploring the Mediterranean with local fishermen, farmers, artisans and entrepreneurs.

A Day at the Farm in Kusadasi | Ephesus (Kusadasi), Turkey
Experience country life in a village not far from Kusadasi, where you will mingle with the local residents, help them harvest crops and then enjoy a classic Turkish breakfast. Meet a gregarious local resident that will freely discuss the rural lifestyle so prominent in western Turkey plus you'll have the unique opportunity to join the villagers as they harvest the farm’s crops.

Slow Pace of Life in Andalusian Villages | Málaga, Spain
Immerse yourself in the leisurely pace and casual lifestyle that characterizes the picturesque villages north of Málaga. Explore Alfarnate, a small mountain village of whitewashed homes that overlooks a valley of olive groves and cherry trees and then visit nearby Alfarnatejo, where you’ll join a local family in their home for a traditional Andalusian meal and conversation.

Food & Wine Trails Tours
Made for culinary connoisseurs, these immersive Food & Wine Trails Tours give you insider access to family-owned vineyards and homes for tastings and gourmet wine-pairing experiences in sought-after destinations. The ultimate in Mediterranean food and wine tours!

Amalfi’s Tramonti Winery & Ancient Roman Villa | Amalfi/Positano, Italy
Enjoy the rich flavors of the Amalfi Coast guided by a local wine and culinary expert. After touring a 1st-century Roman villa, you’ll observe the process of making hand-crafted limoncello and stroll among heritage vines at a family-run winery. The experience is capped off with a full luncheon of Tramonti dishes paired with wines from the family’s vineyards.

The Historic Château de Saint-Martin | Saint-Tropez, France
Discover Château de Saint-Martin, an 18th-century winery led by generations of women, as you savor the château’s cru classé white wines accompanied by canapés. Later indulge in a quintessential Provençal lunch paired with three specially selected wines. You’ll also tour Saint-Tropez’s remarkable Old Town and take in marvelous vistas of the Massif des Maures along the way.

Wellness Discovery Tours by Aquamar
These unique wellness encounters are the perfect marriage of hand-selected locales, fascinating cultures and timeless wellness practices. Pair a wellness excursion exploring the Mediterranean with an afternoon at the new Aquamar Spa + Vitality Center for a day of complete rejuvenation.

Greek Gods of Wellness | Corfu, Greece
Ambelonas, an artisanal organic goods company and one of Greece's most stunning wine estates, is the ideal backdrop for uncovering insight on emotional, spiritual and physical wellness during a stroll around the lush vineyard and herb plantation. The experience is crowned with a meditation and yoga session followed by a wholesome plant-based lunch.

Mallorca Meditation in Motion | Palma de Mallorca, Spain
Achieve inner and outer balance while practicing tai chi on one of Mallorca’s idyllic beaches. The vivid blue waters will inspire inner peace as a professional instructor leads you in a series of gentle flowing motions. Feel your muscles relax and your breathing deepen as you benefit from increased flexibility, balance, muscle tone and energy.

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