{"id":39418,"date":"2025-09-23T17:28:44","date_gmt":"2025-09-23T15:28:44","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/www.dimorestoricheitaliane.it\/calabria-tra-antichi-palazzi-e-borghi-incantati-2\/"},"modified":"2025-09-23T17:37:31","modified_gmt":"2025-09-23T15:37:31","slug":"calabria-tra-antichi-palazzi-e-borghi-incantati-2","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/www.dimorestoricheitaliane.it\/en\/calabria-tra-antichi-palazzi-e-borghi-incantati-2\/","title":{"rendered":"Calabria: Private houses \u2013 Hidden palaces and enchanted villages"},"content":{"rendered":"

Private Residences Revealed \u2013 Calabria Citra<\/strong><\/p>\n

Torre Galli
\n<\/strong>An ancient farmhouse nestled in the hills above Tropea, Torre Galli<\/strong> is a private residence that still preserves the authentic soul of Calabria\u2019s rural noble estates. Surrounded by peaceful countryside, it offers a warm and evocative welcome. Visitors enjoy a traditional dinner and family tales in a timeless setting.<\/p>\n

Palazzo Casino Cefaly
\n<\/strong>Located in the heart of Jacurso, Palazzo Cefaly<\/strong> is one of Calabria\u2019s most elegant and best-preserved historic mansions. Its richly decorated interiors and original 19th-century furnishings transport guests into a bygone era. The visit includes an art workshop<\/strong> and light lunch<\/strong> featuring local specialties.<\/p>\n

Palazzo Sanseverino
\n<\/strong>In the historic centre of Marcellinara, Palazzo Sanseverino<\/strong> is an aristocratic home that belonged to one of Southern Italy\u2019s most influential noble families. The building showcases elegant frescoes, stuccos, and fine architectural details from the 18th and 19th centuries.<\/p>\n

Palazzo Verga
\n<\/strong>Hidden in the wooded heart of the Sila mountains, Palazzo Verga<\/strong> is a noble home with original furnishings and an intimate atmosphere. Guests are welcomed with an aperitivo on the terrace<\/strong>, followed by a visit to the nearby historic village of Santa Severina, one of \u201cItaly\u2019s Most Beautiful Villages.\u201d<\/p>\n

Palazzo Cherubini
\n<\/strong>In Rossano, Palazzo Cherubini<\/strong> is a 19th-century residence that still preserves its original frescoes<\/strong> and elegant fin de si\u00e8cle interiors. A refined example of upper-class life in old Calabria.<\/p>\n

Palazzo Bavasso
\n<\/strong>A rare Liberty-style jewel<\/strong> in Montegiordano, Palazzo Bavasso<\/strong> is a neoclassical residence with colorful tiled floors, original Art Nouveau furnishings, and historic olive oil production machinery on the ground floor. A beautiful encounter between agriculture and refined architecture.<\/p>\n

Tenuta del Castello
\n<\/strong>A splendid 17th-century castle surrounded by vineyards and olive groves, the Tenuta del Castello<\/strong> is both a noble estate and a working farm. Visitors enjoy guided wine and olive oil tastings<\/strong>, discovering the authentic flavors and history of Calabria\u2019s agricultural tradition.<\/p>\n

Featured Locations<\/strong><\/p>\n

Vibo Valentia<\/strong> \u2013 Visit to the National Archaeological Museum<\/strong> inside the Norman-Swabian Castle<\/strong>
\nTropea<\/strong> \u2013 Guided walk through one of Italy\u2019s most scenic towns, perched above the sea
\nPizzo Calabro<\/strong> \u2013 Tour of the Murat Castle<\/strong>, Piedigrotta Chapel<\/strong>, and tasting of the famous Tartufo Gelato<\/strong>
\nSan Floro<\/strong> \u2013 Visit to Nido di Seta<\/strong>, a cooperative focused on sustainable silk production
\nScolacium & Capo Colonna<\/strong> \u2013 Two major archaeological parks from the Greek and Roman eras
\nRossano<\/strong> \u2013 Home of the Diocesan Museum<\/strong> and the UNESCO-listed Codex Purpureus<\/strong>
\nSibari<\/strong> \u2013 One of the most important archaeological sites of Magna Graecia
\nAltomonte & Cosenza<\/strong> \u2013 Historic towns filled with art, culture, and timeless beauty<\/p>\n

Travel Storytelling<\/strong><\/p>\n

This exclusive journey through Calabria\u2019s hidden treasures<\/strong> reveals ancient villages, noble palaces, archaeological wonders, and deeply rooted traditions.
\nOur tour begins at Torre Galli<\/strong>, a rural mansion where authenticity and elegance blend seamlessly. Each day unfolds with private visits to noble residences<\/strong>, often opened exclusively for our group, and with guided tours through Calabria\u2019s most fascinating towns and landscapes.<\/p>\n

Every stop along the way tells a story: of aristocratic families, centuries-old traditions, refined craftsmanship, and the natural splendor of a land still largely untouched by mass tourism.
\nLocal cuisine plays a central role, with traditional dishes and wines enriching the journey with taste and authenticity.<\/p>\n

This is a journey through time<\/strong>, where history and hospitality come together to reveal Calabria\u2019s most refined and unexpected side.<\/p>\n

Info & Prices<\/strong><\/p>\n

8-day \/ 7-night tour<\/strong>
\nPrice per person: \u20ac 1,540.00<\/strong>
\n(Discounted rate \u20ac 1,700.00 if staying at Torre Galli \u2013 min. 14 participants<\/em>)<\/p>\n

Included in the price:<\/strong><\/p>\n