Food & Wine

Savor the world one bite—and/or one sip—at a time. Our food and wine journeys blend rich culture with unforgettable flavor, taking you through vineyard-covered hills, bustling markets, and kitchens where tradition comes to life. From hands-on tastings to guided culinary experiences, these trips are designed for travelers who love to explore through food.

Fruit Market in Northern Italy - The Hallz Travel
Vineyards in France - Bordeaux Region
Vineyards in Chile - The Hallz Travel

A Taste of Northern Italy

Northern Italy is a feast for the senses—and this journey serves up every course. Stroll through vineyards, terraced olive groves, and marble quarries where Michelangelo once walked. Learn the secrets of Tuscan cooking in a hands-on class at a countryside villa, and sample fresh gelato in a sunlit piazza. Enjoy lake views in the Alpine region, then trace the Ligurian coast to the cliffside villages of Cinque Terre. Step inside Florence’s Renaissance treasures and glide through Venice’s iconic canals. Along the way, you’ll taste, explore, and connect with Italy’s rich culinary and cultural heritage. From family farms to marble roads, every stop brings a new flavor of la dolce vita.

Wines, Waterways and the Flavors of France

Glide through the heart of Bordeaux on a river cruise steeped in beauty, history, and extraordinary flavor. Explore elegant port cities, lush vineyards, and timeless châteaux that define France’s legendary wine country. Taste your way through the Médoc and Margaux regions, home to Grand Cru estates and world-renowned blends. Create your own Cognac at the Camus distillery, and hunt for truffles in the rich forests of Périgord. Sip Sauternes in its birthplace, sample fresh oysters on the shores of Arcachon Bay, and discover the charm of Saint-Émilion and Pauillac with glass in hand. With vineyard visits, cellar tours, and unforgettable meals, this journey offers the very best of France’s Aquitaine region—by river, by taste, and by tradition.

Flavors of Chile & Argentina: Wine, Culture & the Spirit of the South

This 10-day journey from Santiago to Buenos Aires is a celebration of taste, tradition, and timeless rhythm. Begin in Santiago, where you’ll wander through the vibrant central market, gather fresh ingredients, and cook alongside a local chef. In Mendoza, Argentina’s renowned wine region, sip world-class Malbecs surrounded by the Andes and rolling vineyards. Then feel the pulse of Buenos Aires—where culture comes alive in the streets. Learn the art of tango from the best and spend a day immersed in gaucho life on a traditional estancia. From culinary treasures to cultural gems, this trip offers an unforgettable blend of flavor, flair, and the warm soul of South America.