Discover the World Through your Taste Buds

Discover the world through the tantalising tastes of international cuisines, from traditional Lebanese Mezze to Mexico's unique Oaxacan flavours. Combine cookery lessons from top chefs with exploration of some of the world's most iconic sites and create delectable dishes from produce sourced from vibrant local markets - including Europe's largest in Italy and the famous floating market in Vietnam. Join us on a whirlwind tour of incredible countries with cuisines to satiate even the most qualified of foodies. Plus, for a limited time, there is up to £200 off the rrp on some of our tours.

Flavours of Vietnam

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Departs: 21 Feb - 4 March, 11-22 April

£ 1,750 (Save up to £200)

Discover the beauty and elegance of Vietnam by exploring its diverse food culture.  Cruise the Mekong River and visit the historic cities of Hanoi and Ho Chi Minh (Saigon).  Explore the wonderful city of Hue and marvel at the Forbidden Royal City and the architecture of the Nguyen dynasty. Lose yourself in the gorgeous city of Hoi An and tour the famous Floating Fish Market of the Mekong Delta.  Learn to prepare tasty dishes from passionate local chefs and experience Vietnamese cuisine at its finest.

Flavours of Oaxaca

Departs:  15-23 Feb 2014, 11-19 Oct 2014

£1,445 (Save £100)

Soak up the atmosphere of Oaxaca, Mexico's culinary capital. See how the diverse culture and traditions of this beautiful state are reflected in its cuisine. Walk around the ancient heritage sites of Mitla and Monte Alban and learn about the history of the Zapotecans, one of the indigenous peoples of Mexico. Wonder at the stunning landscapes of the Sierra Norte Mountains and wander around the colourful food market of Tlacolula. Learn to cook from top chefs who still use traditional Oaxacan recipes and experience the best food and drink that Mexico has to offer.

Exotic Flavours of Morocco

Departs: 15-22 March 2014, 8-15 Nov 2014

£1,395 (Save £200)

Try your hand at bread-making in the Imperial City of Fez and visit the wine producing area of Meknes. On the way down to Marrakesh, meet local villagers who tend their own olive groves and produce their own honey. In the bustling city of Marrakesh, shop for spices in the souks and learn to cook Moroccan specialities such as tajine and couscous. Sample freshly cooked Moroccan street food in the square of Djemaa el-Fna and feel like royalty eating in the hidden palace restaurants of the medina. Try a glass of refreshing Moroccan mint tea and see how Morocco's diverse cultures and environments are reflected in its cuisine.

A Taste of Rural Lebanon

Departs: 18-25 April 2014, 4-11 Oct 2014

£1,395 (Save £100)

Venture out from the sophisticated capital Beirut and discover the hospitality and cuisine of rural Lebanon. Learn how to prepare your own Lebanese Mezze in the village of Ehden and visit an organic farm in Deir El Ahmar. Prepare fish in the traditional way in Saida and use tumbleweed to cook with in Maasser Ech Chouf. Taste the delicious wines of the Bekaa Valley and explore the temples, mosques and Roman sites of Baalbek.

Gourmet Lebanon

Departs:  2-9 May 2014, 3-10 Oct 2014

£1,395 (Save £100)

Develop a taste for the Levant with our Gourmet Lebanon tour. Learn to cook delicious Lebanese cuisine in the kitchens of the renowned Le Bristol Hotel and discover the art of sweet-making from Abdul Rahman & Sons in Tripoli. Sample wines in the caves of Ksara winery, one of the best wineries in the fertile Bekaa Valley, and explore the stunning Jeita's grotto. Wander around Baalbek, one of the most important Roman sites in the world, and visit Byblos, the birthplace of the alphabet. Enjoy the bars and restaurants in Beirut, Lebanon's lively capital, and revel in the warm welcome of the Lebanese people.

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