About this tour
A private eight-hour exploration of Irpinia's wine and charcuterie heritage, departing from the Amalfi Coast. You'll venture inland to meet winemakers tending Fiano, Greco di Tufo and Taurasi vines, handle grapes, taste directly from oak barrels, then visit artisanal cheese and salami producers. This region delivers serious flavour without the Tuscan tourist crowds—expect knowledgeable sommelier-drivers and hands-on engagement with small-scale makers.
Highlights
- Walk vineyards, touch grapes, taste wine on-site
- DOCG Fiano di Avellino, Greco di Tufo, Taurasi tastings
- Cheese factory visit: ricotta and caciocavallo sampling
- Watch live salami production at traditional facility
- Open oak barrels, smell unfinished wines with winemaker
- Sommelier-driver provides context throughout journey
What to expect
You'll depart early morning toward the inland hills. At the first winery, expect to handle fruit on the vine and descend into cellars where your guide cracks open aging barrels—the sensory shift from grape to oak-aged wine becomes visceral. Cheese tastings happen in a working farm environment with minimal fanfare. The salami stop shows production in real time, not a polished museum. Each stop involves tasting but not prolonged sitting; you're moving through three producer spaces across hilly terrain. Bring appetite and sturdy shoes.
Good to know
The Amalfi Coast pickup locations are Positano, Praiano or Amalfi. Lunch isn't included, though tastings provide substantial flavour breaks. Infant seats and pram-friendly access available. Vegetarian options exist—confirm when booking. Eight hours includes travel time; plan accordingly if you need evening plans.
Tour sold and operated by Viator via Viator. Descriptions on this page are original BugBitten summaries written by our team — not copied from the operator. Prices and availability are confirmed at checkout.