Pompeii and the Art of Pasta: Day Trip from Naples

Meet your local guide at the Naples Train Station and then board an air-conditioned coach. Once we arrive at the ruins of Pompei, your guide will wow you during a walking tour of this ancient city devastated by the eruption of Mt. Vesuvius in AD 79. Experience a world frozen in time as you stroll along the cobblestone ancient roads where perfectly conserved ancient bakeries, shops, stalls, residences, public baths, and even brothels remain! Take in the tragic plaster casts of the Pompeiians who were immortalized on that devastating day by pyroclastic flow and ash.

Upon conclusion of the guided tour in Pompeii, travel to a nearby venue and meet your local host, a home chef and true master of the local cuisine. Enjoy a stroll around the gardens while taking in the perfect views of the ominous Mt. Vesuvius on one side and the Lattari mountains on the other. Before donning your aprons, a welcome toast and appetizers such as bruschettE, garden tomatoes, eggplant, and cured meats will be served. 

Gather under a large gazebo, roll up your sleeves, and begin learning the art of Italian pasta from start to finish. Learn about the culinary prowess of the Campania region and understand why the simplest and most genuine ingredients take center stage. Discover how authentic Italian pasta is prepared and served, and the reward for your hard work will be to enjoy a feast along with fellow travelers and of course plenty of local wine! Cooking in the shadow of Mt. Vesuvius with a local expert is sure to become the high point of your Italy travels!