Travel to Northern Italy with Chef Jeff Michaud
Italy is where La Via Gaia co-founders Claudia and Jeff Michaud met, fell in love, and embarked on a life together. When married, they came to the US, opening Osteria, where Jeff would win the James Beard Foundation Award for "Best Chef Mid Atlantic". And there, while raising a daughter, they decided it was time to share their passion for all things Italian with custom culinary trips, unlike other food tours available today.
Artisanal Italy in Modena, Bologna, & Parma with Joe Sasto
March 30 - April 5, 2025
Emilia-Romagna is a haven for foodies - the land of Parmigiano Reggiano, Modena Balsamic Vinegar, Parma Prosciutto, Mortadella, Tortellini. And in between eating and drinking, we'll explore some of the country's best-preserved medieval and Renaissance towns!
Italy’s Treasures of Bergamo & Lake Iseo with Franklin Becker
April 27 - May 3, 2025
This is an adventure of food and wine, family and heritage, and Italian authenticity! Each day we'll engage in one-of-a-kind experiences to dive deep into local traditions from the region and its artisans and close our week in the vibrant city of Milan
Discover local in Friuli & Slovenia with Katie Parla
June 22 - 28, 2025
Experience this unspoiled region in the summer and wander its paradise of lush, verdant vines. Create delicious seasonal recipes in hands-on cooking classes with our Founder and talented local chefs. Over a week we'll take day trips to Trieste and Slovenia from our Resort in the Collio wine region and enjoy a day in the alpine Village of Sauris
The Romance of Lake Garda & Verona with Greg Vernick
September 14 - 20, 2025 - SOLD OUT- Join waiting list
The ideal time of year to discover this northern region of Italy and its unique Mediterranean climate, ancient coastal villages, centuries-old vines, and olive trees. A week on Lake Garda including day trips to Verona, Sirmione, Salo' and more from our villa, a luxury retreat nestled in the hill overlooking the lake
Genuine Living in Piemonte Wine Region with Michael Cimarusti
October 19 - 25, 2025
Fall in Piemonte is the season of truffles and harvest time for the region's famous Barolo and Barbaresco wineries. From our retreat near Alba we'll discover one of the world's very finest food & wine region with day trips to Le Langhe, Roero, and Monferrato.
