Top Abruzzo Walking Tours

This beautifully incredible winery is high in the mountains, has breathtaking views, an impressive way of making wine and a robust flavor profile for many of their wines. When I first booked this experience, I didn't know what to expect. I haven't seen wine being made before and wasn't aware that Castorani wines was using cement tanks for making wines, when so often you hear about big metal tanks or barrels much like in a brewery. Their methods are so unique and it comes out in their flavorful wines. We had such a great host and very knowledgeable about the history, the process, what makes it different. We were not a big group at all, but I was welcome with open arms and treated just like family. While the winery was far from my hotel, I did spend quite a bit getting to the winery, but because the winemaker and I were going to same place, he offered me a ride for which I was so grateful for. Learning about the life of a winemaker makes me realize that with the changing times we may be in, or may feel we are in, things like wine are not to be treated like vices, but more like tradition and community and what to brings people together. Wine has been a part of society for over 2 millennia and the importance of community, environment, people seen through this winery made me buy a lot of wine to share the name and express the importance of Castorani wine.

The guided tour allowed us to learn about the history of the city, to see details that we would have missed, and to get recommendations on places to visit in the area and nearby. The guide was passionate, precise, and available to answer our questions. Time flew by!

It was a great experience! We were a group of 6 who lived in Silvi for a week and wanted an experience that would really give us that intimate, italian crafmanship- vibe, and this tour really gave us that experience! In the beginning it was a bit difficult to find the correct location since google maps puts the location too far away from the entrance, but our Italian taxi chauffour could help us find the right place after I came in contact with the tourguide.Then after we arrived the guide, who is also the ower of the winery ttok us to the testing. Unfortunately we didnt get a tour of the wineyard as it wasnt in bloom just yet (we were ther in the beginning of june). However we added the tasting menu to the drinks and it really elevated the experience! Everyone love testing the wines and listening to the guide explain how they make the wines and whats interesting and different about them. We all had a great time and bought some bottles to bring us home!Since our visit was of high-tourist-season it was also only us (6) during the testing, which felt really personal and exclusive :)Would really recomment this wine tasting in abruzzo!

This is a nice day out in nature, including lakes, mountains, woods and medieval buildings. Our guide, Paolo, was warm and welcoming, does speak English and Italian, and is very knowledgeable about the history of the area and enjoys sharing that knowledge. This is not a long hike per se, but it is challenging nonetheless since the up hills are quite steep, so we did get a workout even though we walked less than a mile. There was plenty to see and learn about on our walk and the views are phenomenal. We were able to take beautiful photos. Paolo brought us to a very nice restaurant where we enjoyed several courses of excellent Italian food and wine. We later walked through a small, very quaint and charming little town that really made us feel we were in the old Italy. This was a great experience with a knowledgeable, friendly guide.

Very interesting and educational tour of this state-of-the-art vineyard. We were very fortunate to have the tour conducted by the vintner himself, who explained in detail the Castorani philosophy and process. Truly impressive, from the restoration of the old hunting lodge and maintenance of the historic vineyard, to construction of the production facility and offices using local materials and solar energy. We also tasted three different wines, including our favorite red. Highly recommend this tour! You’ll need a car to get to the vineyard, but it’s a beautiful drive from Rome or Pescara into the countryside. Absolutely worth it!

Great experience with a friendly and knowledgeable guide who made us discover the city and its history in a very pleasant way.

Idyllic place. Super wine and food! A recommended tour for couples, friends, but also families. Alessia, the food and wine guide, extremely welcoming and prepared! In summary: Fantastic experience

Really nice experience, Raffaele and Alessia managed the visit to the winery and the tastings impeccably. Excellent wines all arranged very well, recommended ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐

This is such a special and intimate taste of Abruzzo and terroir of this region. Umberto was so patient and welcoming. We had a little trouble finding the place (the entrance was down a dirt road so we were a little hesitant at first) and he patiently helped us figure out where to go. He’s incredibly knowledgeable not just about the wines he produces but about Italian wines as a whole. We loved all of the wines we tested and hearing about his techniques and path to opening his own winery. He served bread with his olive oil and the most incredible figs from his fig tree, and another couple enjoying the tasting had booked lunch as well, prepared by Umberto’s mother. While we didn’t book lunch, I loved seeing the presentation of the plates, which could compete in any 5-star restaurant - they were gorgeous plates of food and true celebrations of regional cooking. The views from the vineyard are unmatched, and it was so special tasting wines that are un-tampered with - just grapes no chemicals. One of the most special experiences on our trip to Italy so far. Thank you Umberto!!

We had an amazing day with Paolo, an experience that truly teaches you about life and nature in Abruzzo, a region absolutely worth visiting. Paolo’s explanations about the Majella National Park and everything that surrounds it were fantastic, engaging, and insightful. The day continued with a wonderful visit to a local agriturismo, where we tasted traditional food and wine, made our own cheese, visited the stables, and simply had a lot of fun. Being in a small group made the experience feel even more authentic, lived, and unforgettable. All in all, it was a perfect day so highly recommended! If we come back, we will definitely choose Paolo again, as he and his lovely wife were truly exceptional hosts.

After a confusing and a bit disappointing start, with it being cancelled on us, we tried to make another booking, however we were unable to get another tour for the next day. We were then contacted by the tour operator to organise another tour which was absolutely perfect. We were givien the tour by Gustabuzzo. It was fantastic. We were treated to some amazing food and drinks and because of our confusion with our booking we were treated to an excellent experience.

We had an amazing time on hike at Castle Lake and visiting Castle di Toro. Paolo was an incredible guide. He is immersed in the town and culture and he shares his knowledge with passion. The views are absolutely stunning. You have to get to the lake which is about an hour outside of Rome. We rented a car for the day which worked out well. It is well worth the trip. I highly recommend the tour. Thank you Paolo!

Great walking tour. Each location selected was very good. Would recommend that this be done on the earlier side of your trip to help get acclimated to the city. Our tour guide was excellent - her English was top notch and easy to understand.

Great guide to get around the city on foot and great culinary tips; much appreciated historical notes. Highly recommended!

I had visitors in town from the US and they wanted this experience. It exceeded our expectations! It is a family owned business and our guide (part of the family) was extremely knowledgeable about not only the olive oil process but also an expert in tasting. We learned so much and enjoyed buying some of the products. I highly recommend this for not only visitors but local residents as well.

We thoroughly enjoyed the tour and the tasting. We learned so much about the manufacturing of olive oil and Roberta Tini was so knowledgeable and passionate about their family business. I highly recommend this activity if you are in the Abruzzo area.