2025
Portugal: Wine, Culinary & Culture
March 24, 2025 - April 3, 2025
Escorted by winemaker, Garry Cohen
This will be Freedom Travel's 5th wine tour, following Italy, France, Spain, and Argentina/Chile.
"Like its neighbor Spain, Portugal has been undergoing something of a quiet revolution over the last twenty years or so. A reluctance to follow trends and plant international grapes is now paying dividends and the new breed of full-blooded, fruit-filled wines are more than able to compete on the world stage. The unique flavors that are the hallmark of Portugal's indigenous grape varieties have become its trump card. Good news for those looking for a change from wines made from ubiquitous international varieties." Jo Locke, The Wine Society,
Overview:
- 9 nights in Portugal
- 11 travel days
- Key cities: Porto, Douro Valley, Lisbon
- Key wine experiences: Port, Vihno Verde/Douro Valley, Dao, Colares
- weather end of march expected to be low to mid 60's -- nice sweater weather.
Mexico City: Food, Faith & Culture in Mexico City
April 3, 2025 - April 11, 2025
Prepare yourself for Easter as we journey on a pilgrimage to Mexico City & Puebla to experience the important historical and religious sites of the area. Father Joy will be leading us in spiritual direction and celebrating daily Mass.
Sicily & Sardinia: Wine, Culinary & Culture
October 2 - 17, 2025
2026
Costa Rica: ____________________
February (TBD)
Africa: Cape Town, Kroeger Safari & Madagascar
September (TBD)
Piedmont Italy: Wine, Culinary & Culture
October 29 - November 12, 2026
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