Eat & Run Your Heart Out
$3897 per person
Discover the beauty of the Italian cities & countryside while running through them…
Devour freshly cooked farm fresh meals and learn to cook them…
Whether you are an expert or beginner, people of all ages are experiencing tremendous results from running. There is no better way to do it than a trip that fuses the power of an holistic eating all while seeing Italy through a runner’s eye. During this trip, you will enjoy 1-2x daily bucket list runs, hikes, bikes and other active lifestyle classes with a certified trainer host (or we can match your group with a certified instructor), 4.5-5 star accommodations, healthy & holistic eating with a nutritionist, wine tasting experiences, wine + dinner pairings, private group functions (to get to know each other better)….and more.
Note: The listed rate is based on double occupancy. Please inquire for single occupancy rates. Otherwise, you can share a room with a friend or we can pair you with someone.
- Double Occupancy
- $ 2260
per person
- This accommodation is for 2 people in a shared room. You may share with a friend or we can pair you with someone.
- Single Occupancy
- $ 2560
total
- This accommodation is a private room designed for the independent traveler.
Destination
ItalyDeparture Time
Please arrive by 9:15 AM for a prompt departure at 9:30 AM.Included
AccommodationsExcursionsExpert Coach (As Mentioned)Fitness ActivitiesHappiness CoordinatorSwag BagTransportation/CarNot Included
AirfareGeneral Admission 5-Day PassGroup Transportation to/from EventsMealsSpa TreatmentsTypical Souvenir
Day 1-3: Running Through Rome 1-2x (8-15km)
On these tours you will not only catch all the major sites but also run through many of the most famous
piazzas of Rome. This run is the bucket list of Rome, the must see sights! This early morning or
evening/night/sunrise run gives you a glimpse at some of the world’s most frequently visited sites without
lines, without crowds and without traffic!
Welcome to the world’s largest open air museum run. Runners will gain insight into not only the rich history but
also the contradictions that make up this great city. Some highlights include: Piazza del Popolo, one of Rome’s
largest and most misunderstood piazzas, Spanish Steps, Trevi Fountain, Castel Sant’Angelo and the Pantheon,
Piazza Navona, San Pietro, Piazza Venezia -without tourists! Roman side roads you will see daily life in the
centre play out –laundry hung from century old windows, climbing ivy plants and possibly blooming
buganvillas, between Piazza Venezia and Piazza Navona. Piazza della Rotonda/Pantheon, Campo di Fiori–
center of Roman social life by night and produce market by day. We will run this tour at your pace and are
ready to stop for photos when you like. There are countless potable water fountains on the course, with water
still brought in from the mountains by Roman Aqueducts!
Another predominately flat tour, with a few flights of stairs to start/end or head up to road level to catch a
sight, leads us along the winding banks of the Tiber River and through the heart of Rome. Highlights: 19 of
Rome’s most famous bridges, Ponte Milvio, also known as the “lover’s bridge, Corso Francia bridge, Ponte
Milvio, Ponte S. Angelo, Ponte Sisto, Trastevere with the eastern bank, Piazza Trilussa, Campo di Fiori,
the Cloaca Maxima (the Greatest Sewer).
And lastly, welcome to the 15 km “Rome Historic Centre Sunrise Tour”, the only tour in Rome that you will
never stand in line for! This morning run starts before sunrise offering runners the rare opportunity to see a city
simultaneously go to sleep and wakeup! As you run, the rising sun provides a rainbow of changing light on some
of the most famous sights in Rome.
Day 1-3: Walking Food Tour
Our food tours in Rome take you off the tourist path, to experience the real taste of the city. Enjoy one of
Italy’s most pleasurable passions and let all your senses come alive, with delicious tastings in locally loved
venues. In between tastings, receive an insight into the culture and customs which define the Eternal City.
(All food allergies and restrictions can be accommodated for).
Your introduction to Italian cuisine, begins with breakfast. Enjoy a fresh cannolo made in front of you,
while sipping on a cappuccino. Next enjoy the best pizza in, recommended by Anthony Bourdain and
countless bloggers and more!
Day 1-3: Cooking Class in Rome
Prepare to learn how to cook, laugh with new friends and love a fantastic meal! We will help you
uncover the nuances of daily life in Rome, and you will discover the history of authentic Roman and Italian
cuisine! At the end of the hands-on class, you will sit down and enjoy dining on the amazing 4-course meal
prepared by you and your new friends!
Most importantly learn how to prepare a nutritious healthy meal with Italian influences that you can take
home with you to your everyday!
Day 1-3: Bike Tour on Appian Way
After spending two solid days touring Rome’s must see sights, go off the beaten path and bike the Appian
Way. The Appian Way is one of Rome’s ancient roads, connecting Rome to the Adriatic Port of Brindisi.
This road was a marvel of Roman engineering at the time it was constructed, 2000 years ago. Today it is a
place for biking, viewing ancient Roman ruins, and taking a break from the hustle and bustle and crowds of
tourists in Rome.
The Appian Way (Or Via Appia) was first used as a military road to the south. First constructions began
under the Roman Censor Appius Claudiaus Caecus (hence the name) around 312 BCE. The road was used
to transport troops and army material from Rome to the front and helped the Romans win many battles in
the south. This opened up new opportunities to extend the road.
The Appian Way was extended to Brindisi where one could set sail for Albania. After the fall of the Roman
Empire, the road fell into decay and it wasn’t until 1784 that the Via Appia was restored; making this the
New Appian Way. The Appian Way Antica (the old one) is no longer in use as such.
Day 4-8: Running through Tuscany/Orvieto
The Tuscany region of central Italy, bordering the Tyrrhenian Sea, is a world famous destination for its
scenery, Renaissance artwork, and — of course — wine. From the leaning tower of Pisa, to the vineyards of
Chianti, to the sparkling coast of Castiglione, the region offers a diversity of reasons to visit. Given the size
and beauty of the region, it’s impossible to cover all the best spots, but we’ve tried to put together a guide to
some of the best places to run in Tuscany.
Your very first glimpse of Orvieto is not something you forget. This tight-packed city is raised high above
the Tiber Valley on a sheer turret of volcanic rock. The old centre’s walls and houses seem to sprout from
the living tufa stone that props the whole place up. Once you’ve ridden the funicular to the top — much
more fun than driving — you’ll find a maze of medieval streets and a cathedral that’s among the great
sights of central Italy. Our runs will consist of sunrise, daytime and evening adventures through winding
roads of green valleys, cobblestone streets and picturesque sights – for which of course stops will be made,
so you can capture through a photograph.
Day 4-8: Wine Tour + Pairings in Orvieto
Day 4-8: Cave/Cliff Guided Tour in Orvieto
Day 4-8: Walking Through Orvieto
Day 4-8: Dining in Farmhouse - Orvieto
Day 4-8: Walking Foodie Through Orvieto
Day 9-10: Running Through Florence – Bucket List 1-2x (8-15km)
Day 9-10: Food Tour Pairing in Florence
Day 9-10: Hike Through Cinque Terre
Holly Klamer
Specialization: Run Coach & Nutritionist
Years: 20
Holly is a registered dietitian with MS degree in nutrition and exercise science, and covers the nutrition beat for Blognar. She teaches nutrition at 2 colleges in Denver and has her own nutrition consulting business. She writes nutrition/fitness articles for various websites including Livestrong, Peertrainer and FitDay. She loves to run, travel, make raw desserts and drink tea.