🌿 Rural Riviera Experience
4 Nights / 5 Days between Ventimiglia and the Riviera dei Fiori
✨ Special Edition – Rural Dinner in the Vineyard | 27 June
A journey where sea meets hills, where time slows down, and where every experience is rooted in authenticity.
The Rural Riviera Experience invites you to discover the Ligurian Riviera beyond the usual routes — through nature, wellbeing, culture and shared moments.
🌿 Stay in the Heart of the Riviera
Your home during the journey is Casa del Grillo, a scattered rural retreat set among olive groves and vineyards in the Ligurian hills, just a short drive from the sea.
A place designed for silence, balance and reconnection.
🌊 Wellbeing, Sea & Timeless Villages
Sunrise Yoga by the Sea
Begin the journey with a sunrise yoga session on the sandy Calandre beach, surrounded by the sound of waves and the first light of day.
Private Beach Relaxation
After yoga, enjoy free time on a small private beach, with reserved sunbeds and umbrellas, for pure seaside relaxation.
Ligurian Hill Villages
In the afternoon, explore Dolceacqua, with its medieval bridge and stone houses, and Apricale, one of the most evocative hill villages in Liguria.
🌸 Nature & Gentle Adventure
Hanbury Botanical Gardens
Stroll through one of Europe’s most enchanting botanical gardens, where Mediterranean and exotic plants overlook the sea.
Kayaking Along the Coast
Experience the coast from the water with a kayak or canoe excursion starting directly from the Hanbury Gardens, discovering hidden coves and untouched views.
🌿 The Heart of the Journey: Rural Dinner in the Vineyard
On 27 June, the experience reaches its emotional peak with the Rural Dinner in the Vineyard at Casa del Grillo.
A long communal table among the vines:
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Seasonal countryside cuisine inspired by Ligurian rural traditions
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Local wines
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Live music with viola and voice, creating an intimate, soulful atmosphere
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Guided stargazing, under a clear summer sky far from light pollution
A moment of beauty, connection and celebration.
🧭 Choose Your Rhythm
A Historic Hill Village
A day devoted to a beautifully preserved medieval village, wandering through stone alleys, enjoying panoramic views and stories of exploration and travel.
Market & Cooking Experience
Alternatively, immerse yourself in everyday Ligurian life with a visit to the Ventimiglia market, followed by a hands-on cooking class and shared meal.
Two different rhythms, one authentic soul.
⛵ The Riviera from the Sea
The journey ends with a boat excursion from Ventimiglia toward the French Riviera, admiring Menton, Cap Martin and Monaco from the water, followed by a romantic coastal walk.
✨ Who This Experience Is For
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Travelers seeking slow and meaningful journeys
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Lovers of nature, culture and wellbeing
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Those who want to experience the Riviera in a deep and authentic way
📩 Information & Bookings
The Rural Riviera Experience is offered on selected dates and with limited availability.
👉 Contact CasadelGrillo for info and reservation.