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Foodie City Breaks


City Breaks & Short Breaks
There’s no better way to truly experience a destination than through its food. Trailfinders’ selection of foodie inspired city breaks and short breaks are designed to immerse you in the tastes and tradition of your chosen destination.

Whether you’re sampling the finest macarons in Paris, twirling world famous pasta in Bologna, or learning the art of winemaking in Portugal’s Douro Valley — there’s a foodie break perfect for you.

With a wide range of carefully selected hotels to combine with culinary experiences, we can create you the perfect gourmet getaway.

With more than 50 years’ experience, Trailfinders has developed the skills and expertise needed to put together all the pieces for a successful foodie break. Our expert travel consultants are mines of information, gathered from personal travel experience and are the best people to ask to create your perfect trip.
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OUR FOODIE CITY BREAKS

Here's a snapshot of some our most popular foodie city breaks. If you don’t see what you’re looking for, click on the link below them to see our complete range of foodie city and short breaks, or give us a call and speak to one of our travel experts.
Enchanting Art and Wine: Florence and Chianti Escape
City Break
5 days / 4 nights

Experience a wonderful combination of culture, cuisine and countryside on this memorable holiday...

Guide Price: €879 £749 pp

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Paris Foodie: Cheese, Croissants & Macaroons
City Break
4 days / 3 nights

Home to world renowned gastronomy, Paris presents a playground for food lovers...

Guide Price: €589 £499 pp

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Rome Foodie: Pizza, Cheese & Gelato
City Break
4 days / 3 nights

With a host of delicious restaurants, delight in the city’s acclaimed gastronomy on this exciting city break to the capital of Italy...

Guide Price: €525 £445 pp

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Bilbao Foodie: Local tapas & the wines of La Rioja
City Break
4 days / 3 nights

The Basque country is home to many world renowned Michelin-starred eateries, buzzing tapas bars and charming family run restaurants all serving the most delicious cuisine...

Guide Price: €1,149 £859 pp

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OUR RECOMMENDED HOTELS FOR A FOODIE CITY BREAK

We feature a great range of hotels in a host of exciting destinations, with something to suit all styles and budgets. Maybe you’re looking for a stylish hotel in the heart of Vienna, a hotel with a roof terrace in Rome, or a luxurious retreat amongst vineyards nestled in Tuscany’s rolling hills?

What you won’t find here are thousands of hotels to wade through. We have done the hard work for you and selected the best places to stay for a perfect foodie city break or short break and our travel consultants are on hand to help, often with first-hand experience.
Pley Hotel
4star

Paris

Located a stone’s throw from the Champs-Élysées, this fashionable hotel displays a wealth of unique vintage décor inspired by the rich history of French radio, creating a vibrant atmosphere.
Palazzo Lorenzo Hotel Boutique & Spa
4star

Florence

Refurbished to retain its original architectural heritage, the boutique Palazzo Lorenzo is a former palatial residence dating back to the 19th Century.
Mama Shelter Roma
4star

Rome

Located in the beautiful tree-lined residential area of Prati, this quirky hotel is aptly designed with the young at heart in mind.
Six Senses Douro Valley
5star

The Douro Valley

This superbly renovated 19th Century manor house is nestled amongst the rolling hills of the Douro Valley, with views of the stunning UNESCO listed vinelands and winding river below.
The Artist Grand Hotel of Art
5star

Bilbao

Ideally located opposite the iconic Guggenheim Museum Bilbao and close to the river, this luxurious hotel boasts a unique, modern design alongside an inviting ambience.
Grand Hotel Majestic gia Baglioni
5star

Bologna

One of the oldest and most prestigious hotels in the city, find yourself ideally located in the heart of Bologna and within walking distance to an array of restaurants and attractions.

WHAT TO DO ON A FOODIE CITY BREAK

A foodie city break is the perfect opportunity to try out a culinary inspired unmissable experience. These provide a unique insight into the culture that sightseeing alone simply can’t replace.

One day you might be wandering through the farmers’ markets of Rome, the next sampling Cicchetti in Venice. Or perhaps you would rather set your sights on San Sebastian’s traditional tapas bars.

Our collection of unmissable experiences will really bring your foodie break to life.
Paris Ultimate Food Tour
3 hours
Departs: Paris

From colourful macarons, the finest champagne and endless patisseries, Paris presents a foodie’s dream! Explore this beautiful and historical city with a local guide who is passionate about French cuisine and full of interesting insights to share, as you wander the cobbled streets sampling food from a handpicked selection of delicious eateries.  

Learn to Make Pizza & Gelato
3 hours
Departs: Florence

Become a master of Italian cooking! Roll up your sleeves for an interactive cookery class under the watchful eye of a local chef. Learn top tips as you make pizza and authentic Italian ice cream before eating your tasty creations! You’ll be sure to impress family and friends with your new culinary skills.  

Douro Valley Wine tour
10 hours
Departs: Oporto

If you’re in Porto, you simply must visit the gorgeous Douro Valley. Let your guide do the driving as you drive out of Porto into the heart of this famous wine region with a stop en route at the pretty town of Amarante. Then head onto your first winery to enjoy a tasting of their wines before tucking into a traditional Portuguese lunch. In the afternoon, embark on a Douro River cruise before a stop at another winery for your second tasting of the day including some excellent Port wine. You’re guaranteed beautiful landscapes, great wine and traditional food on this superb day out.

Bologna Food Tour
4.5 hours
Departs: Bologna

Arguably Italy’s capital for gastronomy, charming Bologna is filled with delectable Italian cuisine amongst its medieval architecture. Wander the medieval squares, past pretty terracotta buildings, stopping along the way to taste a variety of local specialties, such as tortellini, ragù, Parmigiano Reggiano and regional wine. This tour is a foodie’s dream!      

New York: Taste the American Dream - A Lower East Side Food Tour
3 hours
Departs: New York

Take a bite out of The Big Apple on this eclectic small group tasting tour! Stroll through Chinatown, Little Italy and the Lower East Side sampling everything from dumplings and empanadas to pizza and Jewish knishes. Between bites, a local expert will tell tales of New York’s incredibly diverse history.      

Tuscan Wine and Cheese from Florence
9 hours
Departs: Florence

Feast your eyes and your tastebuds on the joys of Tuscany! Head off-road on a 4WD journey through rolling hills to a Chianti winery to sample fine wines, olive oil and cheeses. Ensure you save room for a three course meal of regional specialties, before exploring the gardens of a historic Italian villa.  

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