Expert-led foodie trips to book now
One of the best ways to experience a new destination is by learning more about its culinary heritage, and tasting plenty of local dishes as you travel. Discovering a region's food and drink is also a great way to up your own cooking game - picking up new tips and discovering new ingredients. From the diverse wines of south-west France to the tasty produce to be found in Venetian markets, we love savouring the delectable flavours of each new country and county we visit.
One way to make a culinary journey even more special is to travel with the company of an expert. From knowledgeable chefs to wine connoisseurs, exploring with an expert guide means you'll learn plenty about a location's food and drink scene, and pick up some tips on how to recreate the best dishes at home.
If you'd like a holiday where you can sample delicious food and wine, and learn more about cooking as you go, we've rounded up a selection of expert-led foodie breaks for you here. Bon appétit!
Travellers will become intimately acquainted with the glorious Venetian Lagoon aboard the elegant river ship, the S.S. La Venezia. Renowned celebrity chef, James Martin, will join you for one of the days, hosting a private Q&A session about his life and career and give a talk as well as curating and cooking a special gala dinner for guests on board. Alternatively, you could join Angela Hartnett for a culinary cruise around Venice where you'll discover the towns of Chioggia, Murano and Burano and enjoy exclusive access to some Venice's top attractions incluiding St Mark's Basilica, Doge's Palace and the church on Torcello.
Sail aboard the luxurious S.S. La Venezia ship on this exclusive eight-day river cruise of the Venetian Lagoon. You'll have exclusive access to iconic landmarks, including an atmospheric lighting ceremony at St Mark's Basilica and early morning entry to Doge's Palace.
A highlight of the trip is the company of celebrated chef and MasterChef judge Monica Galetti, who'll give a special talk, and Q&A and join you on a trip to Chioggia's vibrant local market.
We currently have two incredible tours to Bordeaux's Médoc wine region. Join Michelin-starred chef, Raymond Blanc on a cruise through France's famous wine-growing regions and sample the excellent cuisine onboard the cruise. Alternatively, taste the flavours of Bordeaux and the Médoc wine region joined by celebrated chef Tom Kerridge. He will join you onboard for part of the cruise and host a live cooking demonstration and accompany you on a visit to Libourne lively farmers' market.
Sail along the shores of the sacred river Ganges in a luxury ship and explore the fascinating cities of Agra, Jaipur and Old Delhi. You'll visit holy sites, ornate temples and gain an insight into daily life by vising numerous local villages. Joining you for part of the tour is double Michelin-starred chef Atul Kochhar. Atul will join you on a visit to Kalna Market, host a live cooking demonstration and give a talk and Q&A about his career and passion for Indian cooking on this special tour of India's Golden Triangle.
Cruise through Norway's spectacular fjords aboard Holland America's luxurious flagship Rotterdam. Enjoy further stops in Amsterdam, Rotterdam's historic Delfshaven, see Oslo's famous Opera house and enjoy Brugge' picturesque waterfront. Making this trip extra special is the company of Si King of the Hairy Bikers who will join you onboard and prepare a special gala lunch, as well as host an insightful talk and Q&A session.
