Discover Abruzzo together with three days at the Memoria Expo
THE PROFESSIONAL PROGRAMME
18 - 20 March 2027
BRESCIA FORUM - BRESCIA, ITALY
3 DAYS AT MEMORIA EXPO
One of Europe's foremost
funeral trade exhibitions
140+ EXHIBITORS
16,000m2 of innovation, products & services from around the world
INDUSTRY TALKS
Insights from international experts and leading professionals
PEER NETWORKING
Connect and collaborate with
global industry peers
BEYOND THE EXPO
Your programme includes a personal tour of an Italian funeral home - providing insight into their professional practices
PROGRAMME DETAILS
EXPO DATES
18 - 20 March 2027, Brescia Forum
GROUP SIZES
Maximum 12 guests per departure
DEPARTURES
Two groups - opposite directions
Group 1: Rome arrival - Milan departure
Group 2: Milan arrival - Rome departure
STOPOVER
One night in Gradara
INCLUDED
Visit to Italian funeral home
ITINERARY AT A GLANCE
1
Rome arrival - Milan departure
Rome
Arrival
2
Milan arrival - Rome departure
Milan
Arrival
CASTLE
STAY
Abruzzo
8 days MDL tour
Brescia
3 days expo
MICHELIN
DINING
Gradara
1 night castle
Gradara
1 night castle
ARTISAN WORKSHOPS
Brescia
3 days expo
Brescia
8 days MDL tour
COSTAL
EXPERIENCES
Milan
Departure
Rome
Departure
MEDIEVAL
VILLAGES
DISCOVER ABRUZZO
Your 8 day
Italian adventure
A seamless, exclusive itinerary designed to feel like
travelling with friends and not a package tour.
2027
March
2027
5 - 12 September
2027
19 - 26 September
4.5 STAR LUXURY CASTLE ACCOMMODATION
ALL TOUR TRANSFERS
BREAKFAST, LUNCHES & FIVE DINNERS
WINE, BEER & SOFT DRINKS
CURATED EXPERIENCES & ACTIVITIES
LOCAL CERAMICS FACTORY VOUCHER
HANDS ON COOKING CLASS
PRE-TOUR INFORMATION LUNCH
DAY 1
Arrival - Rome to Castle
Your exclusive journey begins with a private luxury transfer from Rome, a seamless 2.5-hour journey to your magnificent 4.5-star castle accommodation, perched atop a picturesque village. Settle in, enjoy a guided wine tasting with a gourmet light lunch, then explore this 9th-century castle before a memorable dinner of authentic regional cuisine at a local ristorante.
DAY 1
Sulmona - the Birthplace of Ovid
DAY 2
A scenic journey to Sulmona, the ancient birthplace of the Roman poet Ovid. A guided tour takes in the impressive 13th-century Gothic aqueduct, tasting of world-famous confetti (sugared almonds). Lunch beside the majestic Piazza Garibaldi before a memorable dinner at an acclaimed local braceria renowned for its wood-fired meats.
DAY 3
Guardiagrele and a Trabocco Experience
Explore Guardiagrele, famed for its medieval walls and artisan traditions, before a light lunch in a charming grotto restaurant. In the afternoon, a private tour of the spectacular 13th-century Abbazia di San Giovanni in Venere is followed by an aperitivo in its serene gardens. Dinner on an iconic trabocco - a wooden fishing platform extending over the Adriatic.
DAY 4
Ceramics, Agriturismo and Wine
A fascinating visit to a renowned family ceramics factory to observe master artisans crafting majolica, with a complimentary voucher for a special keepsake. A leisurely long lunch at a picturesque agriturismo, followed by a tour of medieval Bucchianico. The day concludes with an atmospheric wine tasting in an extraordinary underground converted stable cellar.
DAY 5
Pasta Making and Castle Ruins
A hands-on pasta-making masterclass in Roccascalegna. Then a tour of the breathtaking castle ruins built directly onto a vertical rock spur, a 10th-century Lombard stronghold with panoramic views. Enjoy the fruits of your labour over a freshly prepared traditional lunch before a free evening to explore at your own pace.
DAY 6
Michelin Lunch and Pescara
An occasion for elegant attire: a lavish lunch at a Michelin Red and Green Star ristorante. The afternoon is spent in the vibrant coastal city of Pescara, stroll the lively promenade, indulge in shopping, savour a famous Italian gelato, or simply walk the sandy beach. The evening is yours for a light bite or relaxed time by the water before a personal escort back to the castle.
DAY 7
L'Aquila and Santo Stefano
Journey to L'Aquila, the historic regional capital, witnessing its key landmarks. Lunch at a local trattoria then visit the medieval village of Santo Stefano di Sessanio, famed for its white stone architecture and ancient circular Medici tower. The journey concludes with a celebratory castle dinner accompanied by musicians trained at Rome's prestigious institutions.
DAY 8
Farewell Breakfast and Departure
A final breakfast at the castle before your seamless transfer to your choice of departure point; Pescara airport, Chieti Scalo train station, or direct bus connections to Fiumicino Airport. A perfectly curated farewell to a truly unforgettable week.
$6,290
AUD
per person, twin share
AfterPay available
Single supplement of $1,00 applies. Excludes airfares, travel insurance, spirits and cocktails, and personal shopping. Collection point is Rome (exact location confirmed well in advance.