What a wonderful way to immerse yourself into the vibrant Italian culture !! We were so ready to not be tourists, but to enjoy this fabulous country and its people. The CDV team is extraordinary. They attended to every detail and made you feel like you were the only group that ever visited. When they say it is a "family... More

You read the reviews and you think can it really be that great? No, It's so much better. It truely is a family feeling at CDV that welcomes you in as one of their own. The instructors, guides (Rocky & Ian always fun and informative) and all the staff that create such an environment of food, fun, learning, experiences and... More

What an amazing experience! The CDV family opened their home and hearts to their guests. Instantly, we felt like we were part of the family. They shared their traditions, knowledge, and dreams with us. They put so much heart into each moment with us and created a space where all of the guests quickly bonded, which really made the week... More

We saw the photos of everyone on the cultural Italian tour smiling and laughing. We then decided that it must be everyone smiling for the camera, but after the first hour, we were laughing and smiling with a bunch of strangers that soon became our Italian family for the week. Carla will take even the worst cooks and make them... More

A Culture Discovery Vacation in Soriano nel Crimini is like accepting an invitation to visit your distant cousins who you don't know - but they live in a great place so you buy your ticket and go! You don't really know what to expect, but what you get is lots and lots of warmth and joy and interesting things to... More

We were a bit nervous about this trip, having never been to Italy. Immediately upon meeting the cdv staff people we were at ease. The knowledge of the country and their relaxed manners made us and all on our week trip very comfortable. A true "experience" was had ! We would recommend anybody who wants to be immersed into Italy's... More

I enjoy adventure and trying new things; when I came across the CDV website I wondered, is this for real? I can honestly say…YES! Very real and a most amazing vacation experience!! The CDV crew was wonderful and made you feel right at home from the moment you met. Thank you to all of you, especially Rocky, Spartaco and Ian... More

My dad (who is 65+ years old) and I (33 years old) just recently took a dream father-daughter trip with Culture Discovery Vacations (CDV) and through this company we created memories that will truly last a lifetime. The trip was perfect for us - well organized and carefully thought out, such that neither of us had to plan or deal... More

I had decided to fulfil one of the items on my bucket list, and head back to Italy. I wanted to do a bit of cooking, experience the REAL Italy as well as exposing all my senses to Italy. The CD vacations appeared to offer an opportunity to achieve all these. Oh my word, did they! First of all, we... More