Top Europe Cooking Custom Private Tours & Packages In 2025/2026

Our 145 most popular Europe Cooking Custom Private Tours & Packages trips. Compare tour itineraries from 29 tour companies. 60 reviews.

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Ultimate Wine Journey: Spain & Portugal
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5/5 Excellent
23 reviews
Private Guided
Lodging level
Luxury - 5 star
Physical level
Moderate
Trip pace
Flexible schedule

Highlights

  • Local, authentic guides
  • Sagrada Familia and Park Güell (Barcelona)
  • Gaudí Casa Batlló (Barcelona)
  • Gothic Quarter and Las Ramblas (Barcelona)
  • Barcelona Tapas Bar Hopping
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Cultural, Culinary & Wine

What travelers are saying

"We liked the cherry and berry fruits coming through with gentle tannins. The spanish wines we had were extremely well balanced, excellent pairing with the steak we had in Aranda de Duero. The restaurants and hotel in Madrid were stunning, and Nina´s shopping recommendations in Barrio Salamanca made a difference. We will travel with Bravo Luxury Travel again"

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Portugal & Southern Spain Discovery
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5/5 Excellent
23 reviews
Private Guided
Lodging level
Luxury - 5 star
Physical level
Moderate
Trip pace
Flexible schedule

Highlights

  • Local, authentic guides
  • Porto Tapas Bar Hopping
  • Dom Luís I Bridge (Porto)
  • Clerigos Tower (Porto)
  • Livraria Llelo (Porto)
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Cultural, Education / Learning

What travelers are saying

"We liked the cherry and berry fruits coming through with gentle tannins. The spanish wines we had were extremely well balanced, excellent pairing with the steak we had in Aranda de Duero. The restaurants and hotel in Madrid were stunning, and Nina´s shopping recommendations in Barrio Salamanca made a difference. We will travel with Bravo Luxury Travel again"

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Barcelona & San Sebastian: Culinary Capitals
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5/5 Excellent
23 reviews
Private Guided
Lodging level
Luxury - 5 star
Physical level
Moderate
Trip pace
Flexible schedule

Highlights

  • Local, authentic guides
  • Sagrada Familia and Park Güell
  • Casa Batlló and Casa Mila
  • Gothic Quarter and Las Ramblas
  • La Barceloneta Beach
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Cultural, Culinary & Wine

What travelers are saying

"We liked the cherry and berry fruits coming through with gentle tannins. The spanish wines we had were extremely well balanced, excellent pairing with the steak we had in Aranda de Duero. The restaurants and hotel in Madrid were stunning, and Nina´s shopping recommendations in Barrio Salamanca made a difference. We will travel with Bravo Luxury Travel again"

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Basque cooking
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5/5 Excellent
3 reviews
Private Guided
Lodging level
Luxury - 5 star
Physical level
Easy
Trip pace
Flexible schedule

Highlights

  • Learn the secrets of world-renown Basque cooking
  • Go behind the scenes of a 3* Michelin restaurant before dinner
  • Eat your way through San Sebastian on a tapas tour
  • Visit the exquisite Guggenheim museum by Frank Gehry
  • Marvel at the state of the art and family owned vineyards of the Rioja
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Themes

Culinary & Wine, Relaxing Retreats

What travelers are saying

"This was by far the most fun and exciting vacation my husband and I ever took. The communication with Judith regarding the planning and logistics of this gourmet tour in Spanish Basque Country were timely and smooth. The cooking classes and the day trips to Rioja and the French Basque Country were highlights of the trip! We will definitely work with Judith on more trips! Thank you Gourmet On Tour! Thank you, Judith!"

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Carnival Festivals In Italy
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5/5 Excellent
100+ reviews
Private Guided
Lodging level
Standard - 3 star
Physical level
Easy
Trip pace
Full schedule

Highlights

  • Discover different Carnival Italian traditions
  • Travel across the Northern areas: Venice, Verona and Turin
  • Savour several local specialties: from the Venetian Cicchetti to the Spirits of Piedmont

Themes

Cultural, Culinary & Wine

What travelers are saying

"We were very happy with the trip and how we worked together with you to plan everything. All of the places we went were amazing. Rome had amazing ancient history, art, and architecture as did Pompeii, and Florence had amazing Renaissance history, art, and architecture, while Milan had a little of both but also with the feel of a modern city. The Amalfi Coast and Lake Como were beautiful. We loved Positano (where we stayed) and Ravello best of the places of the places we visited in The Amalfi Coast because they had the most charm and beauty and the least people. In Lake Como, we stayed in Bellagio, but everyplace we visited in Lake Como was beautiful and charming. However, Bellagio, drinking wine and watching the sunset in Varenna, and the boat tour of the lake stood out as our favorite activities. The food was also amazing everywhere, from local places to fine dining the food was fantastic and memorable. We loved Italy. It’s beautiful, and we’ll definitely come back. All of the travel arrangements were excellent and everything was easy. The drivers were friendly and spoke good to excellent English as well as Italian. And having the extra phone was a nice convenience. We didn’t have any stress or difficulties during the trip about the details as they were all taken care of with excellent results. Our favorite drivers: Naples to Positano and back (and Pompeii) Salvatore was excellent. Driving with him was like being with a friend or family member. He was very concerned with our comfort and always suggested places to stop for pictures or a view and had great knowledge of the Naples and The Amalfi Coast. He was also a gentle driver and never made us uncomfortable. Florence Day Trip – I apologize but his name escapes me (maybe Giorgio?), but he was excellent for all the same reasons we liked Salvatore. He even took us to his favorite Gelato shop near his home town and it was so much better than most of what we tried, and since he grew up there he had lots of really interesting local history Milan to Bellagio – I apologize I also forgot this gentleman’s name, but he was a good driver especially around all the curves to and from Bellagio. Not as talkative as the other two, but very friendly and a gentle driver Our favorite guides: Vatican / Franchesca – Interesting personality and very different that the usual guide experience, but we enjoyed her character. She did what we were interested in doing and never let anyone forget that we (and she) were VIP! Pompeii – I apologize I forget her name, but she was very nice and attentive and very interested in what we wanted to know and see and learn more about. It felt tailored to us and what we wanted, which is why you hire a private guide! All of the other guides and drivers were good but the ones above were the best and most memorable. Thanks again for the great trip! We would definitely recommend you to friends, and in fact we already did recommend our friends Derrick and Lorena to you."

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The Food And Wine Escape In Northwestern Italy
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5/5 Excellent
100+ reviews
Private Guided
Lodging level
Standard - 3 star
Physical level
Easy
Trip pace
Full schedule

Highlights

  • Savor the finest treats of Piedmont region: hazelnuts, truffles and wines in the Langhe area
  • Discover Turin, Italy’s first capital city
  • Roam the inspiring Valle d’Aosta, from its medieval castles to the sky-high Mont Blanc

Themes

Cultural, Culinary & Wine

What travelers are saying

"We were very happy with the trip and how we worked together with you to plan everything. All of the places we went were amazing. Rome had amazing ancient history, art, and architecture as did Pompeii, and Florence had amazing Renaissance history, art, and architecture, while Milan had a little of both but also with the feel of a modern city. The Amalfi Coast and Lake Como were beautiful. We loved Positano (where we stayed) and Ravello best of the places of the places we visited in The Amalfi Coast because they had the most charm and beauty and the least people. In Lake Como, we stayed in Bellagio, but everyplace we visited in Lake Como was beautiful and charming. However, Bellagio, drinking wine and watching the sunset in Varenna, and the boat tour of the lake stood out as our favorite activities. The food was also amazing everywhere, from local places to fine dining the food was fantastic and memorable. We loved Italy. It’s beautiful, and we’ll definitely come back. All of the travel arrangements were excellent and everything was easy. The drivers were friendly and spoke good to excellent English as well as Italian. And having the extra phone was a nice convenience. We didn’t have any stress or difficulties during the trip about the details as they were all taken care of with excellent results. Our favorite drivers: Naples to Positano and back (and Pompeii) Salvatore was excellent. Driving with him was like being with a friend or family member. He was very concerned with our comfort and always suggested places to stop for pictures or a view and had great knowledge of the Naples and The Amalfi Coast. He was also a gentle driver and never made us uncomfortable. Florence Day Trip – I apologize but his name escapes me (maybe Giorgio?), but he was excellent for all the same reasons we liked Salvatore. He even took us to his favorite Gelato shop near his home town and it was so much better than most of what we tried, and since he grew up there he had lots of really interesting local history Milan to Bellagio – I apologize I also forgot this gentleman’s name, but he was a good driver especially around all the curves to and from Bellagio. Not as talkative as the other two, but very friendly and a gentle driver Our favorite guides: Vatican / Franchesca – Interesting personality and very different that the usual guide experience, but we enjoyed her character. She did what we were interested in doing and never let anyone forget that we (and she) were VIP! Pompeii – I apologize I forget her name, but she was very nice and attentive and very interested in what we wanted to know and see and learn more about. It felt tailored to us and what we wanted, which is why you hire a private guide! All of the other guides and drivers were good but the ones above were the best and most memorable. Thanks again for the great trip! We would definitely recommend you to friends, and in fact we already did recommend our friends Derrick and Lorena to you."

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From Naples to Puglia: 10 Days Southern Italy Family Trip with Kids
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5/5 Excellent
100+ reviews
Private Guided
Lodging level
Luxury - 5 star
Physical level
Easy
Trip pace
Balanced schedule

Highlights

  • Explore the vibrant city of Naples & make pizza from scratch
  • Enjoy the scenic Amalfi Coast
  • Discover the ruins of Pompeii
  • Visit the Unesco World Heritage Sites of Matera & Alberobello
  • Taste the beauties and flavors of Bari
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Themes

Cultural, Family Friendly

What travelers are saying

"Awesome!!! We absolutely loved our tour of ancient Rome. Our guide was fun, extremely knowledgeable and passionate about his subject. This experience was highlight of our stay in Rome. My only regret is that we left in a bit of a hurry - my husband's luggage was lost, he was wearing same clothes from travel & uncomfortably hot & anxious to replenish wardrobe - thus, I neglected to tip our guide. I feel terrible as he was so good with our family & kids have been talking about what they learned. If we had more time in the city, I would have arranged for another guided tour of St. Peter's. Please excuse tardy review, my internet connection has not been dependable during the trip. We return to Rome tomorrow for a night before returning to Chicago with wonderful memories. Best regards, Kathleen M. – Chicago, USA"

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A Taste of Portugal with Chef George Mendes
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4.6/5 Excellent
34 reviews
Private Guided
Lodging level
Luxury - 5 star
Physical level
Easy
Trip pace
Full schedule

Highlights

  • September 5 - Sunday Private Transfer from Faro Airport to Pine Cliffs Luxury Collection Resort Check in at Pine Cliffs Hotel, a Luxury Collection Resort, Algarve - Pine Cliffs Hotel, a Luxury Collection Resort, Algarve Welcome Dinner at Local Restaurant September 6 - Monday Algarve Sea Caves Half Day Tour Meal September 7 - Tuesday Show-Cooking Lunch at Vista Restaurant Meals September 8 - Wednesday Check out at Pine Cliffs Hotel, a Luxury Collection Resort, Algarve - Pine Cliffs Hotel, a Luxury Collection Resort, Algarve Alentejo, Wine and Cork Full Day Tour Check in at L'AND Vineyards Hotel - Lánd Vineyards Hotel Meals September 9 - Thursday Show-Cooking Lunch at Quinta do Quetzal Meals September 10 - Friday Check out at L'AND Vineyards Hotel - Lánd Vineyards Hotel Lisbon Foodies Full Day Tour Check in at Corpo Santo Lisbon Historical Hotel - Corpo Santo Lisbon Historical Hotel Meals September 11 - Saturday Sintra, Cabo da Roca & Cascais Full Day Tour Meals September 12 - Sunday Show-Cooking Lunch at Traditional Local Restaurant Meals September 13 - Monday Leisure Day in Lisbon Fado Dinner Live Show Meals September 14 - Tuesday Check out at Corpo Santo Lisbon Historical Hotel - Corpo Santo Lisbon Historical Hotel Private Transfer from Hotel to Lisbon Airport Meals

Themes

Cultural, Culinary & Wine

What travelers are saying

"After Sagres rejected our requests to postpone our family trip of 13 to Madeira during the Omicron COVID outbreak and dispelled concerns about our safety on the trip, Sagres representatives, who were purportedly acting as the tour's feet-on-the-ground in Madeira, did not make the trip, and we had virtually no assistance after we tested positive for COVID after our arrival in Madeira. Besides not being able to enjoy the pre-paid trip due to quarantine requirements, my family incurred additional costs for the resulting extra hotel nights, return flights, and COVID testing. Requests to Sagres to assist with recouping these costs from the airlines and hotel went unanswered. It by far is the worse travel experience I have had in my 60 years."

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Europe Cooking Custom Private Tours & Packages Reviews

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Beth Kennedy

Feb 2023

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This tour was super fun!

This tour was super fun! CharlieTheTraveler is a great company to book with if you’re looking for an organized trip that saves you time in planning. Sicily was a pre...

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Marleen Page

Feb 2023

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CharlieTheTraveler was an excellent company to travel with.

CharlieTheTraveler was an excellent company to travel with. My family and I loved everything included in this Sicily tour, we couldn’t have asked for better. The who...

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Sofia Rueda

Feb 2023

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I’m so glad I decided to book this trip at the last minute, it was so much fun.

I’m so glad I decided to book this trip at the last minute, it was so much fun. I particularly liked visiting the various towns in Sicily, I loved learning about the...

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Patti Olson

Feb 2023

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This Sicily tour with CharlieTheTraveler was amazing!!

This Sicily tour with CharlieTheTraveler was amazing!! Loved the itinerary, the guides were amazing, and the whole process was efficient and smooth. I definitely app...

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Michelle Wylder

Feb 2023

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This was my first time booking with an independent tour company, and I did not regret it.

This was my first time booking with an independent tour company, and I did not regret it. Charlie is an expert at creating unforgettable experiences through his tour...

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