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Spain

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This full-day experience traces Madrid’s noble heart — from royal facades and aristocratic residences to gardens, craftsmanship, and elegance. You’ll visit palaces, parks, and tucked-away landmarks that reveal how beauty, status, and design have defined the city across centuries.

Start with an orientation through iconic urban anchors like Puerta del Sol, before the geometric calm of Sabatini Gardens. Explore two of Madrid’s great palaces: the refined Liria Palace and opulent Palacio de Santoña, both filled with art and living heritage.

Lunch is an elegant pause at the Madrid Hippodrome, a modernist gem few visitors know. In early spring, there’s a seasonal stop at Quinta de los Molinos to see almond blossoms in bloom. Next, a visit to the Royal Tapestry Factory — where Spain’s royal commissions are still woven by hand — and a century-old shop for Madrid’s emblematic violet candies. The final touch is the Crystal Palace in El Retiro: a glass pavilion glowing with light and history.

This is a curated, high-end encounter with Madrid’s noble soul — designed for travelers - couples, culture-seekers and families - who value history, elegance, and room to breathe. Rather than ticking off the usual landmarks, you explore a rarer layer of the city: shaped by dynasties, designed for quiet pleasure, and alive with artistic legacy.

You’ll see where Madrid’s nobility lived — aristocratic residences still rich with chandelier-lit salons, portraits, tapestries, and stories — and how they designed their world. Noble passions come alive — equestrian flair at the Madrid Hippodrome, royal patronage at the Tapestry Factory, and botanical beauty in gardens shaped for both structured formality and romantic escape. Everything from violet-scented sweets to the seasonal bloom of almond trees (in Feb–Mar) is place-rooted and sensorial.

With insider access, private transport, and specialist guide, you’ll experience Madrid through the lens of refinement.

Stroll past Puerta del Sol, Plaza Mayor, Cibeles Fountain, and Puerta de Alcalá, as your expert guide introduces Madrid’s symbolic heart.

With your host, you'll learn how these iconic points stitch together the city’s political, historical, and cultural topography.

Start with an orientation walk through the grand axis of central Madrid.

Intro to Madrid’s Urban Heart

Tucked inside pine forests, this 1940s racing venue now houses elegant dining. Expect fresh seasonal fare — like jamón, grilled fish, or garden vegetables — in a space that’s at once exclusive and grounded. Locals love it, but few travelers know it. It’s a bridge between elite Madrid and today’s laid-back lifestyle.

From mid-Feb to mid-Mar, afterwards you'll make a stop at Quinta de los Molinos Park. Here, 1,900 almond trees bloom in a spectacular seasonal display.

The Madrid Hippodrome is a modernist architectural icon and Spain’s premier horse-racing venue. Opened in 1941, it blends striking design with a living equestrian tradition. It was constructed to revive and modernize Spain’s equestrian traditions, providing a dedicated venue for horse racing, a sport historically linked to the monarchy and aristocracy, while showcasing contemporary architectural innovation.

A modernist venue with country club grace. Seasonal visit to an almonld tree orchard.

Hippodrome Lunch

Founded in 1720, this working atelier continues to weave tapestries for state commissions and museums. You’ll see looms, wool-dyeing, and designs that trace from Goya to today.

It’s rare to find a royal institution that still practices its original craft — and rarer still to be allowed inside. This visit will put the tapestries you've seen earlier in the day in context of the skill and craft that goes into producing them.

Centuries of craftsmanship, still practiced by hand.

Royal Tapestry Factory

Behind the Royal Palace you'll find neoclassical balance in a tiered garden laid out in 1933. Fountains, hedges, and staircases create symmetry, and the garden also boasts open views to the palace façade. Sabatini’s orderly geometry contrasts with the bustling city. It is a place for stillness in the shadow of power.

The Sabatini Gardens were built on former royal stables. It contains statues of Spanish kings and elegant fountains which highlight royal heritage. Once exclusive, now public, they embody Madrid’s shift from monarchy to modern city, blending history, beauty, and legacy.

Sabatini Gardens, Palace Vista

Explore the Palacio de Liria, home of the House of Alba, with its painting-lined galleries and Goya portraits. Then visit Palacio de Santoña, a 19th-century gem with chandeliers, tapestries, and a grand ballroom. Include a coffee stop. 


Perfect for those seeking Madrid’s hidden heritage, these palaces offer visitors a rare glimpse into noble life, cultural patronage, and the city’s transformation as aristocratic residences evolved into civic and cultural landmarks. Frescoed ceilings, gilded salons, and intricate woodwork highlight Spanish craftsmanship, while the collections reflect centuries of aristocratic taste, cultural patronage, and Madrid’s artistic grandeur.

Step into aristocratic Madrid through two preserved residences.

Palaces of Madrid Nobility

Visit a century-old shop near Plaza de Canalejas to taste the city’s most emblematic sweet: violet caramels, traditionally gifted by aristocratic ladies and still wrapped in purple glass jars. This ia a memory preserved in sugar and scent, paired with a sip of dessert wine, which is delicate, and deeply rooted in Madrid lore.

From there you'll make your way to Retiro Park, originally owned by the Spanish monarchy until from the 14th century until 1868. Here, you'll stop at the Crystal Palace. Designed in 1887 for the Philippine Exhibition, this wrought-iron and glass pavilion reflects Madrid’s 19th-century fascination with exoticism and botany. Today it hosts contemporary art under a floating canopy of light. Set beside a pond and framed by Retiro’s trees, it feels ethereal — a fairytale ending to the day.

These last stops add a touch of romance and pleasure to your day exploring Spanish aristocratic monuments. While the caramels bring a sweetness to your time in the historic city center, the photo-perfect framing offered by the Cyrstal Palace will act as a perfect closing to this day in noble Madrid.

From Madrid’s most elegant candy to a romantic conclusion in the Retiro Park.

Caramelos and Crystal 

Palaces & Gardens Tour in Madrid: aristocratic history, tapestry factory, architectural elegance.

The per person price of this experience assumes a minimum number of participants to cover base costs and logistics. The supplemental fee enables us to maintain quality and exclusivity for your smaller than minimum group

Madrid: Nobility in Bloom

Prviate official guide and transportation throughout the day. 

Tickets to attractions where needed. 

Guided walk through the historic center, Sabatini Gardens at the Royal Palace, and Retiro Park.

Guided tour through the Palacio de Liria and Palacio de Santoña.

Extensive lunch with drinks. Later on, a taste of classic caramels.

February to March only, a stop at Quinta de los Molinos Park.

Private visit to the Royal Tapestry Factory.

Comfortable walking shoes.
Weather-appropriate layers.
Sun protection (hat, sunscreen).
Phone or camera.

You will get picked up from your accommodation in Madrid. Chat with Reyes post booking to confirm the meeting point. 

Your host is a licensed guide and cultural historian with expertise in Madrid’s aristocratic past. With a deep knowledge of Spanish culture, royal architecture, decorative arts, and city history, they offer context beyond the guidebook — bringing clarity, insight, and connection. Post your booking, Reyes will introduce you to the host. 

Chile

Discover the essence of the Aconcagua Valley in Chile on this unique wine and cultural tour, which includes visits to two wineries and an alpaca farm. This full-day trip includes transportation to and from Los Andes, two wine tastings, and lunch.

The experience begins at Viña El Encanto, where you’ll explore the vineyards and enjoy a tasting of seven wines. You’ll also visit an archaeological site and its museum, connecting with the ancestral history of the Aconcagua Valley. After lunch in Putaendo, you’ll immerse yourself in local tradition with a visit to an alpaca farm, learning about wool harvesting and weaving.

At Viña In Situ, you’ll explore underground cellars and uncover the secrets of modern wine production. There, you’ll enjoy a second tasting of three exclusive wines in an environment that blends history, terroir, and a passion for winemaking.

This experience is perfect for wine and nature lovers in the heart of the Andes.

This immersive experience goes beyond vineyard visits to reveal the cultural depth of Chile’s Aconcagua Valley. It offers a rare opportunity to connect wine tasting with archaeological heritage, local craftsmanship, and the people who carry these traditions forward.

At Viña El Encanto, the archaeological site adds historical context. The visit to Viña In Situ reveals how underground cellars and modern techniques coexist with regional wine heritage, offering insight into the valley’s evolving identity as a wine-producing region.

Ultimately, what sets this tour apart is the meaningful interaction with local artisans at the alpaca farm. You’ll engage directly with the farmers and weavers who preserve traditional Andean wool-working techniques—an intimate look into a living practice rarely seen by travelers. Zachary’s presence throughout provides depth and cohesion, as he weaves together the threads of wine, landscape, and Andean cultural history into one seamless story.

Wine Tasting Day Trip from Santiago with Alpaca Farm Visit and Heritage in Chile’s Aconcagua Valley.

Wine, Wool, and Terroir

Wine and culture tour in the Aconcagua Valley.

Round-trip transport from Los Andes.

Guided vineyard tour and tasting of seven wines at Viña El Encanto.

Visit to the on-site archaeological site and museum.

Lunch at a restaurant in Putaendo.

Visit to an alpaca farm with wool harvesting and weaving.

Guided cellar tour and tasting of three wines at Viña In Situ.

Cheese and fruit board with tastings.

Warm clothing.
Comfortable footwear for walking on natural/uneven terrain.
Gloves and hat.
Sunglasses for the sunset.
Camera..
Water bottle.

You will meet Zachary at the Ojos de Agua Tourist Office in Los Andes, Chile. A private vehicle will transport you to the Aconcagua Valley.

Please arrive at the meeting point least 15 minutes early for a timely departure. The drive from Santiago to Los Andes is ~90 minutes. You can also stay in a local Los Andes hotel - Zachary can recommended quality hotel options via Fernwayer Chat.

Zachary Gallardo is an expert guide in high mountain exploration and Andean heritage, with years of experience leading expeditions in the Andes Mountains. Passionate about history, nature, and wine tourism, he combines his expertise with a warm and engaging approach to create enriching experiences for every visitor.

Fluent in Spanish and English, Zachary shares his deep knowledge of the Los Andes region during his tours. His training in first aid and mountain safety ensures a secure and seamless experience. Every detail is carefully planned to provide visitors with an unforgettable journey through the heart of the Andes.

Japan

Kyoto-based artist Rachel takes you on a relaxing journey exploring the breathtaking scenery of Kyoto's Higashiyama area where at each destination, she will teach you how to capture the elegant beauty of Kyoto using Japanese watercolors.

You will stroll through neighborhoods featuring temples, shrines, parks, and rustic buildings in search of inspiration, but at a gentle pace that allows you to see authentic life in Kyoto that you might miss by trying to maximize the number of highlights you can visit in one day. In fact, Rachel lets you set the pace for the day, whether you prefer to visit more locations to do some quick sketches or just a few doing in-depth sketching.

As you explore, Rachel will explain the rich history and culture about the places you will visit, paying close attention to the details and nuances a casual visitor might overlook. During your walk, you'll have time to enjoy a snack featuring a local Kyoto specialty, and of course, a tea to go along with it.

Drawing from her experience as a long-time resident artist of Kyoto, Rachel has selected an area with a variety of sketchable locations that are completely customizable based on seasons, weather, and your skills and interests. Whether it be the majestic Gion Weeping Cherry Tree in the Spring, stone-lined streets of Nene-no-Michi in Autumn, or a snow-dusted Yasaka Pagoda in the Winter, Rachel’s helpful instructions will have you creating a unique watercolor keepsake of your memories of Kyoto. She’ll also provide a bit of history and cultural context of the places you visit that will enrich your Kyoto experience.

Rachel believes the analog process of sketching during travel helps people connect better with their destination and teaches them to observe details more closely. During this experience, you'll learn skills that you can continue to use in future travels and take home a handy compact art kit that can accompany you to other destinations.

Art Tour in Kyoto: Walk Higashiyama with an artist; sketch temples, shrines & scenery in watercolor.

Watercolor Memories of Kyoto

Professional artist instruction.

All supplies, including an ultra-compact watercolor sketchbook kit (paints, water brush, and sketchbook) that’s yours to keep, featuring high-quality Japanese watercolors and paper. 

Snack featuring a local Kyoto specialty, and tea to go along with it.

All necessary art supplies are included, but please come dressed comfortably for a morning walking around outdoors, including seasonally appropriate clothing, comfortable walking shoes, and a compact umbrella. Although you will have a short snack and beverage break, a water bottle might also be nice to bring along in case you get thirsty.

You will meet Rachel at the South Gate of Yasaka Shrine, where we'll be within 5-10 minutes walk of various locations with many sketch options.

Rachel is an artist and instructor based in Kyoto, Japan. Combining her formal Western art training with her ongoing studies of Eastern art traditions (such as sumi-e ink painting), her work is focused on expressively capturing the scenery of Kyoto en plein air.

Her watercolor paintings of Kyoto have been featured in the Kyoto Journal and her sumi-e paintings displayed in the Nippon Suibokuga Art Association's annual shows.

An experienced educator, she has offered on-site sketching and painting classes in Kyoto for over 7 years, working with a full range of ages and experience levels. Her instruction style is personalized and supportive, aimed at giving participants both the practical skills and confidence to continue creating art of their own.

Her philosophy is that by taking time to sketch and paint, whether while traveling or in daily life, one can forge a special relationship with one's surroundings and make unforgettable memories.

Italy

On April 5, 2026, join an emotional journey into the Easter traditions of Bosa, one of Italy's most picturesque little towns. Its typical colorful houses give it an extraordinary charm while its ancient architecture offers fascinating views at every turn. On Easter, you'll immerse into a deeply evocative experience that blends sacred and profane in an atmosphere of intense spirituality.

Led by a local expert and seasoned photographer, you will discover how the community of Bosa experiences Easter as part of a collective ritual that welcomes anyone who joins.The images you will take won’t be simple photographs but records of a strong sense of community and the bond between the locals and their traditions.
The ceremonies of Holy Week date back to the Middle Ages and are linked to the Spanish liturgy, as Spaniards dominated the island for a long time.

Joining the procession, you will observe symbols of faith and the emotional participation of the inhabitants. 

Bosa’s Easter celebration reaches its emotional peak with S’Incontru (The Encounter), a procession that takes place at dawn on Easter Sunday. Two separate processions begin their solemn journey—one carrying the statue of the Risen Christ, the other bearing the Virgin Mary dressed in black. As they wind through the town's narrow, historic streets, led by locals in traditional Sardinian attire, the atmosphere builds with anticipation. The climax unfolds in Bosa’s main square, where the statues meet in a symbolic reunion. 

At this profound moment, Mary’s black cloak is replaced with a bright blue mantle, representing the end of mourning and the joy of resurrection. The air fills with the haunting beauty of traditional Sardinian hymns known as gosos, sung by the local choir. This is a powerful moment of collective catharsis, faith, and celebration, deeply rooted in the heart of Bosa’s identity. Massimiliano's guidance, connections and insights allow you to experience this as a local. 

Photo Walk in Bosa, Sardinia, exploring Easter traditions, local rituals, and cultural insights.

Procession S’Incontru 
Traditional lunch with the "cantori" (singers)
Stroll around the village, panoramic view
You can take great photos with the advice of Massimiliano
Editing with Massimiliano


Easter's First Light in Bosa

This is an exclusive shared experience for a maximum of 8 participants. Included are: full day guiding and photography tips, and a traditional lunch. 

Note: If you wish to  witness more Holy Week processions, we recommend booking the "Good Friday in Cuglieri" tour on Friday, 3 April 2026, Cuglieri is reachable by car, a 30 minute-drive from Bosa.

Museo delle conce, Bosa.
Bosa is well connected by road. 

Massimiliano is a professional photographer, artist, and tour guide. After graduating at University Paris 8 in Photography, he began working as a photojournalist and lived in Tuscany and Paris before moving to Sardinia in 2011 with Eva, and co-founding Ora Blu Lab, to offer experiences connecting people with Sardinia's beauty by blending art, nature, and authentic Sardinian life, characterized by community bonds and genuine hospitality.

This six-hour tour moves through Kyoto’s eastern districts, connecting a series of temples, streets, and spaces that reflect the city’s changing aesthetics and philosophies. It begins at Ginkaku-ji, where the idea of wabi-sabi — imperfection, transience, restraint — shaped how Japan thought about beauty. From there, you follow a canal path once walked by philosopher Nishida Kitaro, passing smaller temples and homes that remain part of Kyoto daily life.

You’ll visit a major Zen complex, see a 19th-century brick aqueduct that cuts through temple grounds, and step inside a museum holding centuries-old screen paintings, protected as National Treasures. Along the way is a seasonal lunch rooted in Kyoto’s vegetable-forward cuisine.

The final stretch brings a shift in scale: panoramic views from Kiyomizu-dera, followed by a walk through Sannenzaka and Ninenzaka, two of the most well-preserved historical streets in Kyoto. The tour ends here in a place you can continue exploring on your own.

For travelers with limited time, this is a thoughtfully sequenced one day tour through Kyoto’s east side to see its deeper currents in an efficient but unhurried arc through culture, design, and history. The curated route moves through Kyoto as both place and idea. 

The Philosopher’s Path is scenic and it’s where Nishida Kitarō walked daily, turning movement into reflection. Ginkaku-ji, shaped by the wabi-sabi aesthetic, values moss over marble, patina over perfection. Inside Chishakuin’s museum, centuries-old screen paintings show nature as living, seasonal, symbolic, precise rhythm. Tanizaki’s In Praise of Shadows described how Japanese architecture lets light, shadow, and time shape space. You’ll see that here, in fading wood, soft outlines, and stone paths that feel lived in. 

With a guide who brings these connections to life, the day unfolds not as a list of temples, but as an encounter with how beauty, philosophy, and design continue to shape how Kyoto is seen and felt.

You leave Kiyomizu‑dera and descend into Sannenzaka & Ninenzaka—two preserved alleys lined with wooden storefronts, traditional tea shops, local artisans, and intermittent shrines. The stones underfoot are worn. Shopkeepers polish wood. Lanterns hang; aromas of matcha, incense, grilled snacks float. Your guide points out craft details — signs, joinery, lacquer, local artisan workshops.

This is living heritage. These lanes survived modernization. They preserve building methods, local crafts, and ways of life. Your guide helps you read patterns — how roof eaves are curved, how sliding doors are made, how a storefront has changed (or not) over centuries. Many visitors wander these alleys, few understand how it all works: architectural, sensory, human.

These alleys have the power to keep you for a long time. After an hour of exploring with you, your guide will leave you here to continue shopping, wandering or pausing for tea or a drink. They will leave you with suggestions and tips as needed. 

Stroll through Sannenzaka & Ninenzaka in Kyoto: preserved streets, wooden shops, crafts.

Memory Lanes of Old Kyoto

Your day begins at Ginkaku-ji — the Silver Pavilion — in the northeastern part of Kyoto, at the foot of the Higashiyama mountains. Unlike its more gilded sibling, Kinkaku-ji, this temple was never meant to dazzle. Built by Shogun Ashikaga Yoshimasa in the 15th century, it reflects a life of restraint, beauty, and retreat. You’ll enter through stone paths that wind past moss-covered groves and raked white sand, where silence is part of the design.

Ginkaku-ji embodies the wabi-sabi aesthetic that came to define Kyoto’s cultural DNA — an embrace of transience, imperfection, and subtle form. 

While many travelers pass through this site, few grasp the philosophical vision behind its creation — because it takes someone fluent in Kyoto’s design language, history, and aesthetics to help you read it. 

It’s here that your guide begins teaching you how to read Kyoto: why moss is left to spread, why the pavilion was never covered in silver, why emptiness is intentional. You’ll take in the famous sand cone — said to reflect Mount Fuji — and pause along the hillside path that reveals the temple’s full geometry. This stop sets the tone for the rest of the experience.

Begin Cultural Tour at Ginkaku-ji, a temple rooted in wabi-sabi and quiet mastery.

Wabi-Sabi at Silver Pavilion

You’ll arrive at Nanzen‑ji, one of Kyoto’s grand Zen temple complexes. The sanmon gate looms wood‑framed and weathered; stepping through, the temple grounds open into courtyards, ponds, and the 19th‑century brick aqueduct. You’ll hear water flowing, see moss climbing stone, and feel the weight of centuries in the wood and tile. Your guide explains Zen architecture, the meaning behind open gates, and how water works both as utility and metaphor here.

At this stop, your guide will show you how Kyoto balances grandeur and practicality. The aqueduct was built to supply water — an engineering gesture — but designed and executed with exquisite beauty and intention. Few visitors linger to understand how the gate frames the sky, how pathways direct your gaze, or how water echoes in meditation. Here, architecture isn’t lived practice, and your guide will point out details and features you woud miss on your own. 

Temple and aqueduct in Kyoto: massive gates, moss, brick arcs, Zen depth

Steel & Stone at Nanzen-ji

You arrive at Kiyomizu‑dera, known for its wooden stage jutting out over the hillside. From here you see a panorama: tiled roofs, hills, pagodas and forests. The stage is built without nails — engineered to shift with weather. 

You’ll hear wood creak, feel breeze, see vegetation spread across valleys. Your guide shares why the temple was built here and how its architecture interacts with landscape and sky. They will also explain how joinery, wood grain, slope all matter. You’ll notice the horizon line where mountains meet roofs, how views change with season and light. 

Kyoto temple view: sweeping city vistas and weathered wood underfoot

View From Kiyomizu’s Stage

The Philosopher’s Path traces a narrow canal lined with cherry trees, hidden shrines, and quiet neighborhood corners. It was named for Nishida Kitaro, one of Japan’s most important modern philosophers, who is said to have walked this route in daily contemplation.

Your guide will let the path unfold naturally — pausing to observe small shrines, seasonal flowers, and architectural details. Depending on the season, the walk changes: cherry blossoms in spring, deep green in summer, turning gold in autumn. 

his is a curated lesson in Kyoto’s design language and natural rhythm. Your guide will time this segment to avoid crowds, and use routes that point out key features. The canal, stone paving, small bridges, mossy stones, echoes — these sensory and design details are strong. With your guide's expert insights, you can see how the built and natural features interact. Along the way, there's a brief rest at a local café where the view frames Higashiyama.

Follow the Philosopher's Path: a quiet canal path shaped by design, poetry and hidden local shrines.

Along the Philosopher’s Path

After Nanzen‑ji, you head to Chishakuin Temple to enter its Treasure Museum, which houses painted sliding panels and fusuma screens of national importance. You’ll see screen paintings in Chishakuin that are preserved moments of brushwork, gold leaf, seasonal motifs, shaped by technique and ritual over centuries, and oscillate between precision and suggestion. After viewing, enjoy a light lunch featuring seasonal Kyoto cuisine.

The Chishakuin Museum visit is a rare inclusion — few visitors take time to see these masterworks of Japanese screen painting in their original context. 

Lunch truly complements the art and the day's focus - it's a big part of the narrative. It will be a set menu of small dishes, in Japanese kaiseki style. 

Artful lunch and screen‑paintings in Kyoto: culture tasted and viewed.

Screens & Seasonal Flavors

Cultural Tour in Kyoto tracing beauty & meaning from Ginkaku-ji to Kiyomizu via Philosopher’s Path.

How To Read Kyoto

Private guiding by a Kyoto-based expert trained in cultural history and Zen architecture.

All local transportation during the tour (walking and taxi).

Entry fees to temples and sites visited.

Light seasonal lunch at a local restaurant.

Admission to the Treasure Museum at Chishakuin.

A tea or coffee at a local café along the Philosopher’s Path.

Comfortable walking shoes (you’ll be on stone paths and uneven ground).
Weather-appropriate clothing (Kyoto can be humid in summer and chilly in early spring).
Clothing that covers your shoulders and extends to your knees for temple visits.
Umbrella or rain jacket, depending on forecast.
Water bottle.

Meet at Ginkaku‑ji Bridge. If arriving by taxi or private car, it’s an easy drop-off. 

At the end of the tour, the guide will leave you after a stroll through Sannenzaka & Ninenzaka to explore the preserved streets, shops, and tea houses at your own pace.

Your host is a Kyoto-based guide trained in Japanese cultural history and Zen architecture. They help you notice details most visitors miss. They translate both language and culture, and their familiarity with Kyoto’s streets, rhythms, places, and people ensures the day moves smoothly and with purpose.

Türkiye

An unforgettable portrait photoshoot in Cappadocia, framed by the region’s galloping horses and mystical landscapes. This one-hour experience starts with a scenic transfer from Göreme, ushering you into the heart of Cappadocia’s wild horse country. Once there, you’ll be in the capable hands of an expert local photographer who not only knows how to capture the perfect shot but also has a deep familiarity with the horses. 

As these majestic animals run freely, your photographer will capture a series of shots highlighting your presence and the spirited essence of the horses. At the end of the session, you'll receive a collection of professionally edited photographs and reels, capturing this rare interaction so you can cherish it for years to come.

This photoshoot offers a unique blend of action and artistry, capturing you and the horses galloping freely against Cappadocia's dramatic landscapes. Guided by a photographer with deep ties to the region, you’ll experience the rare opportunity to walk among 12 spirited animals as they move dynamically around you, allowing for unparalleled visuals that convey speed and freedom.

The photographer's expertise in capturing high-speed motion ensures that each frame—from the three reel videos to the ten pictures—vividly encapsulates the essence of the scene. This experience is not just about taking photos; it's about engaging with the environment and the subjects in a way that’s rarely accessible. The horses are trained to interact safely around people, providing a backdrop and a photographic opportunity that cannot be found anywhere else. Perfect for anyone eager to experience Cappadocia's raw beauty up close.

Portrait Photoshoot in Cappadocia with wild horses, dramatic landscapes, and expert photographer.

Caught Between Running Horses 

Professional guidance in action photography.

Three professionally edited reel videos, and 10 high-quality images of the session. 

Transportation from your hotel. 

For this photoshoot, participants should bring outfits they wish to be photographed in, ensuring they capture their personal style against the stunning backdrop. Additionally, wear suitable footwear for navigating outdoor terrain and consider bringing a hat and sunglasses for comfort under the midday sun. Although capturing the action yourself isn't necessary, if you'd like to take photos yourself, a camera capable of high-speed shooting would be ideal for seizing those fleeting moments.

This experience departs from Göreme. A transfer will be provided from hotels in the area. After booking, send a message to Selim via Fernwayer chat to arrange a pick-up.

The host of this unique portrait photoshoot is a seasoned photographer with a profound connection to both Cappadocia's landscape and its equine residents. Specializing in equine photography, he brings years of experience and a deep passion for capturing the dynamic essence of horses in motion. His extensive knowledge of the region's culture, combined with his personal involvement in horse riding, enriches the photoshoot, allowing him to guide participants through authentic interactions with the horses. This connection not only ensures safety and comfort around the animals but also enhances the quality and impact of each portrait. His expertise in the technical aspects of action photography and his intuitive understanding of the horses' movements enable him to capture stunning, spirited images that are as compelling as they are personal, making him the ideal guide for this immersive photographic journey.

This is an exclusive itinerary curated for those passionate about fashion in Milan, the global capital of fashion and design. This experience offers an unparalleled exploration of Italian fashion's past, present, and future, from the historic elegance of Palazzo Morando to the cutting-edge studios of the city's design district.

Starting at the Palazzo Morando, located in Milan's prestigious fashion district, you will delve into the urban and social evolution of Milan through its Costume and Fashion collection, showcasing garments and accessories from the seventeenth century to the early 2000s. The journey continues with intimate visits to three renowned and emerging designers, tailors, or accessory experts, providing a behind-the-scenes look at the craftsmanship that has cemented Milan's status as a fashion paradise.

This experience is in located in the heart of Milan. 

This experience offers you exclusive access to the heart of Milanese fashion, thanks to the contacts and connections of Elena Sisti and her team. 

Key stops:
1. At Palazzo Morando, explore Milan's fashion history in this elegant residence-turned-museum, where the city's Costume and Fashion collection resides.

2. Designer Studio Visits: Gain rare access to three studios of Milan's fashion, from iconic brands to visionary new designers shaping the industry's future. The specific addresses you will visit will depend on their availability on the day of your visit, but rest assured, Elena’s team will ensure that you have great visits. 

3. Fashion District Exploration: Walk through the design district, where Milan's fashion heartbeat is palpable, with opportunities to duck into ateliers of tailors and accessory maestros.

4. Food Break: Enjoy gourmet bites and artisanal coffee in a café celebrated for its stylish clientele and ambiance, reflecting Milan's luxurious lifestyle.

Fashion Tour in Milan, tracing the city’s style evolution from heritage ateliers to new icons.

Visit to Palazzo Morando (tickets included in experience)
3 atelier visits
1 coffee/snack stop in a fashionable cafe

Milano Moda

This experience accommodates a minimum of 4 and maximum of 6 participants to make the base costs and logistics work. Fewer people can book this but will be charged a supplemental fee to achieve the minimum.  What’s included: Tickets and Guided tour of Palazzo Morando, Exclusive access to fashion studios, Artisanal coffee and gourmet snack break in a trendy café, 
Expert insights into Milan's fashion history and current trends.

Comfortable shoes for city walking.
A keen eye for design and an appetite for fashion.
A camera to capture Milan's stylish streetscapes and your exclusive encounters.
[You may be able to purchase items in the ateliers, but there is no pressure to buy nor any commissions involved.]
Note: You are more than welcome to buy from the ateliers, but there is no pressure and no commissions involved. 

We will meet at Palazzo Morando. After booking, chat with Elena for details on specific location.  This experience is in located in the heart of Milan. 

Your guide, an insider in Milan's fashion industry, offers expert commentary and personal anecdotes that bring the city's style narrative to life. With deep connections to both established and emerging fashion circles, they provide an enriching perspective on Milan's role as a fashion mecca.

Morocco

This unique experience, curated by Omar Chennafi, combines the cultural richness of Fes with its exquisite culinary heritage. Spanning 3-4 hours, you will visit a local market to shop for fresh ingredients, join a Moroccan family in their home for a cooking lesson, learn a few Moroccan phrases, and enjoy the meal together. 

Key Activities:
1. Shop for ingredients: Explore the vibrant souks of Fes with Omar. Learn how to select the best spices and ingredients for traditional Moroccan dishes.
2. Cooking with a Moroccan Family: Participate in a hands-on cooking lesson, authentically preparing dishes like tagine or couscous. Gain insights into cooking techniques and traditions of Moroccan cuisine.
3. Learn a few phrases of the local dialect, Darija,
4. Photography: Capture the cooking process, the family, and details of Moroccan kitchens.
5. Dining and Discussion: Enjoy the fruits of your labor by dining with the family. Engage in conversations about Moroccan culture, food and lifestyle.

This experience is located in the Fes Medina. After booking, chat with Omar to confirm meeting point. 

Would you like to meet a Moroccan family? This experience allows you to do just that, in an authentic setting, taking you well beyond the path of a typical traveler.

This experience is filled with opportunities to photograph intimate everyday moments, guided sensitively by Omar Chennafi, and allows you to get deep into the essence of Moroccan hospitality and cuisine.

Unlike typical cooking classes, you'll be welcomed into a Moroccan family's home, offering a genuine glimpse into their daily life. You will be able to capture photos of these moments, creating lasting memories of your journey. 

This experience offers a unique opportunity to dive into the culinary traditions of Fes, ensuring you leave with an appreciation of life in Fes, new cooking skills and recipes, Moroccan phrases to get by, and beautiful photographs.

Cooking Class in Fes: Shop, cook, dine and photograph daily life with a Moroccan family at home. 

Key Activities:
1.	Shop for ingredients: Explore the vibrant souks of Fes with Omar. Learn how to select the best spices and ingredients for traditional Moroccan dishes.
2.	Cooking with a Moroccan Family: Participate in a hands-on cooking lesson, preparing classic dishes such as tagine or couscous. Gain insights into the cooking techniques and traditions of Moroccan cuisine.
3.	Photography Session: Capture the cooking process, the family, and the intricate details of Moroccan kitchens.
4.	Dining and Discussion: Enjoy the fruits of your labor by dining with the family. Engage in conversations about Moroccan culture, food, and lifestyle.


Fes: Market, Fork, Lens

Guided market tour in the souks of Fes to source fresh ingredients.

Hands-on cooking class and shared meal with a Moroccan family.

Introductory language exchange to learn basic Darija phrases.

Photography guidance throughout the experience by Omar Chennafi.

Cultural conversation over dinner in a warm, local home setting.

Camera or smartphone for photography
Comfortable walking shoes for the market visit
Appetite for delicious Moroccan cuisine


We will meet in the Fes medina. After the booking, chat with Omar to confirm meeting point.  

Omar Chennafi, a renowned photographer and cultural ambassador, brings his passion for Moroccan culture and culinary arts to this experience. His intimate knowledge of Fes and its people makes this more than just a cooking class; it's a journey into the heart of Moroccan life. Omar acts as a bridge and guide for you to make deep connections and leave with unforgettable memories.

Mexico

This experience is ideal for anyone curious about the enduring Zapotec people—a culture and community whose roots in Oaxaca stretch back more than 2,500 years.

It begins at a 16th-century church built by Dominican monks, where Spanish colonial design merges with indigenous iconography. You’ll learn the history of the structure, admire the intricate hand-painted details made with natural dyes, and climb an ancient staircase to a 17th-century organ that’s still played during church services.

Next, you’ll visit the home of a local family who cultivate eggs, flowers and organic vegetables and preserve the local Zapotec dialect. Here, you’ll learn about the history of this indigenous language, with a short lesson by a professional language professor, and enjoy a home cooked meal made with ingredients from their organic farm. They’ll explain the government system of 'usos y costumbres’, whereby indigenous people are able to regulate the life of the community.

Go beyond typical museum texts and archaeological sites and discover living Zapotec culture, immersed in regional history and tradition from the perspective of indigenous locals.

Your visit to this traditional Zapotec household offers a meaningful way to connect directly with members of the original community and learn about their indigenous language. You’ll explore Oaxacan traditions and cuisine in an authentic way that respects local customs and the needs of the region.

Your guide spent 14 years teaching language and working as a translator in the U.S. Now back in his pueblo, he shares the importance of language preservation and the deep connection Oaxacans have to family, food, and land. With him, you’ll visit the church, walk through the family’s organic garden, and share a meal. They started their farm as a family project during the pandemic, and they work their land as three generations. As he is a professor during the week, this experience is only available on Sundays.

Cultural Tour in Oaxaca to explore Zapotec heritage, ancient church art, and a local farm community.

Zapotec Heritage Today

Guided visit to a 16th-century church with colonial and Indigenous elements.

Entry to the church, including access to its 17th-century organ.

Visit to a local family’s home and organic farm.

Short Zapotec language lesson with a professional teacher.

Home-cooked meal made with ingredients from the family’s farm.

Round-trip transportation from Oaxaca de Juárez to a Zapotec community.

We recommend bringing a hat, sunscreen, comfortable walking shoes, water and your camera or phone, if you'd like to take photos.

Pick up and drop off will be at the front of the Italian Coffee Company at Lic Manuel Ruiz 300A, Reforma, 68050, Oaxaca de Juarez, Oaxaca, Mexico. Your host will be there waiting for you 15 minutes before the departure time to enable a prompt departure at the time stated on the booking. The transit time to and from the destination is included in the duration shown on the experience listing.

Ehren Seeland is a Oaxaca-based creative with a background in art and design and journalism, who travels the globe for professional and personal pursuits. A long-term resident of Oaxaca with family ties to the city, her passion for regional produce, traditional skills, and social impact makes her a fantastic host for the culturally curious and socially minded traveler.

Through all of her projects—including Hecho, a marketplace of artisan-made goods from natural materials—Ehren maintains an active focus on supporting Mexican ancestral traditions through handmade product development, including textiles, pottery, homewares, and other works. Her projects also place special emphasis on supporting women and indigenous communities.

Capture the beauty of Tuz Gölü, Turkey’s second-largest lake, known for its crystal-clear reflections and stunning sunsets. Perfect for photographers eager to capture the vast, serene expanses of the Anatolian plateau, this workshop offers an in-depth exploration of reflection and landscape photography. Start your day with a scenic drive from Cappadocia to Salt Lake, followed by a delightful lunch of special Turkish steak in Aksaray. As the sun begins to set, you’ll have the opportunity to photograph a variety of subjects—from majestic horses to elegant ballerinas—mirrored against the expansive sky. The day concludes with a satisfying dinner at a local way station, where you can choose from a diverse menu, before your return to Cappadocia. This workshop is ideal for both beginner and seasoned photographers looking to enhance their skills in a breathtaking setting.

Tuz Gölü offers more than just a photography setting; it’s a canvas where earth and sky converge. Under the guidance of an expert photographer, this workshop will teach you to capture the ethereal beauty of this natural mirror, where even the slightest ripple can transform a scene. As the lake transitions through hues of pink, red, and orange at sunset, you'll learn how to use this dynamic environment to enhance your photographic vision. The workshop includes sessions on how to manipulate natural light and reflections to create compelling images that go beyond traditional landscape photos. 

Photo Workshop from Cappadocia to Tuz Gölü exploring Salt Lake reflection & landscape photography.

The Lake Mirror

Comprehensive on-site photography instructions.

Private transportation to and from your hotel to the lake.

Meals and refreshments at a doner/kebap restaurant.

Post-production editing sessions to fine-tune your images.

Essential photography gear such as DSLR cameras, tripods, and a variety of lenses suited for landscape shots. We recommend wide-angle and medium telephoto lenses. Also, pack plenty of water, sun protection, comfortable walking shoes, and layered clothing to adapt to the changing temperatures by the lake.

Salt Lake is about a 2.5-hour journey from Göreme. A car will pick you up at your hotel in the area. After booking chat with Nuri to share details of your hotel to arrange meeting point.

The workshop is led by a renowned landscape photographer known for their deep understanding of natural light and reflective surfaces. With years of experience capturing the diverse landscapes of Turkey, your host brings a wealth of knowledge not only in technical photography skills but also in environmental dynamics, ensuring you capture the essence of Tuz Gölü’s breathtaking scenery.

This 7-day itinerary offers a layered introduction to Catalonia, curated by Fernwayer experience-maker and collaborator Manila DiMaira. A native of Sicily and longtime resident of Barcelona, Manila blends insight with a deep curiosity. Her suggested route balances the bold energy of the city with the slower rhythm of the countryside — from Barcelona’s cultural core to the vineyards of Priorat, the wetlands of the Ebro Delta, and the historic charm of Girona.
Begin with three days in Barcelona, where Manila recommends focusing not on checklists but on rhythm: explore historic neighborhoods, check out design ateliers, sample Catalan cuisine, and seek out the quieter corners still alive with local tradition. | Head south into the wine country of Priorat, a lesser-known region with rolling hills and medieval villages. Stay in Siurana, a cliffside hamlet with sweeping views and access to local winemakers. | Continue to the Ebro Delta, one of Spain’s richest ecological regions. Here, you can bike through rice paddies, watch migratory birds, and experience a side of Catalonia rarely included in mainstream itineraries. | End in Girona, a city of ancient walls, celebrated chefs, and architectural quiet. It offers a slower, more introspective contrast to the pulse of Barcelona.
This itinerary reflects what Manila calls the “true essence of Catalonia” — a place of cultural pride, natural beauty, and distinct local identity. Manila first arrived in Barcelona more than two decades ago, while finishing her studies in Rome. She needed an internship for her thesis and chose Barcelona without expecting how quickly she’d feel at home.“Barcelona, 22 years ago, was a different place,” she says. “It was less cosmopolitan, more local. I remember wandering through narrow streets and finding tiny bars with real flamenco. It felt genuinely lived in.”
 “Tourism has definitely changed things,” she admits. “Places like La Rambla are overcrowded. Many locals have been pushed out by the rise in tourist rentals. But Catalans are proud of their traditions. They’ve started resisting these changes to preserve the city’s character.” That character is what Manila has grown to love. “I chose Barcelona because I felt an immediate connection. The Mediterranean lifestyle, the weather, the proximity to mountains and sea — it feels like home but also stretches me outside my comfort zone.” She relishes the contrast to her native Sicily. “I can take a train and be skiing in the Pyrenees in just over an hour. Where else do you get that?”
What keeps her in Barcelona is the balance of tradition and openness. “The cuisine, the olive groves, the vineyards — they remind me of southern Italy, but they’re uniquely Catalan.” And the city’s connectivity has made it easy to stay rooted while maintaining close ties to Italy. She speaks with admiration about the people: “Catalans are proud, resilient, and united. They have a strong sense of identity and community. Whether through demonstrations or cultural festivals, they come together. They’re efficient and organized, but also keep that relaxed Mediterranean vibe. It’s a unique combination.”
𝘈𝘵 𝘍𝘦𝘳𝘯𝘸𝘢𝘺𝘦𝘳, 𝘸𝘦 𝘣𝘦𝘭𝘪𝘦𝘷𝘦 𝘦𝘢𝘤𝘩 𝘥𝘢𝘺 𝘰𝘧 𝘢𝘯 𝘶𝘯𝘧𝘰𝘳𝘨𝘦𝘵𝘵𝘢𝘣𝘭𝘦 𝘫𝘰𝘶𝘳𝘯𝘦𝘺 𝘴𝘩𝘰𝘶𝘭𝘥 𝘣𝘦 𝘢𝘯𝘤𝘩𝘰𝘳𝘦𝘥 𝘪𝘯 𝘢 𝘨𝘶𝘪𝘥𝘦𝘥 𝘦𝘹𝘱𝘦𝘳𝘪𝘦𝘯𝘤𝘦, 𝘸𝘪𝘵𝘩 𝘴𝘱𝘢𝘤𝘦 𝘧𝘰𝘳 𝘴𝘦𝘭𝘧-𝘭𝘦𝘥 𝘦𝘹𝘱𝘭𝘰𝘳𝘢𝘵𝘪𝘰𝘯. 𝘠𝘰𝘶 𝘤𝘢𝘯 𝘣𝘰𝘰𝘬 𝘦𝘹𝘱𝘦𝘳𝘪𝘦𝘯𝘤𝘦𝘴 𝘥𝘪𝘳𝘦𝘤𝘵𝘭𝘺 𝘧𝘳𝘰𝘮 𝘵𝘩𝘦 𝘪𝘵𝘪𝘯𝘦𝘳𝘢𝘳𝘺 𝘢𝘯𝘥 𝘢𝘳𝘳𝘢𝘯𝘨𝘦 𝘺𝘰𝘶𝘳 𝘰𝘸𝘯 𝘩𝘰𝘵𝘦𝘭𝘴 𝘢𝘯𝘥 𝘳𝘦𝘴𝘵𝘢𝘶𝘳𝘢𝘯𝘵𝘴. 𝘋𝘰𝘸𝘯𝘭𝘰𝘢𝘥 𝘵𝘩𝘦 𝘍𝘦𝘳𝘯𝘸𝘢𝘺𝘦𝘳 𝘪𝘖𝘚 𝘢𝘱𝘱 𝘵𝘰 𝘦𝘥𝘪𝘵 𝘺𝘰𝘶𝘳 𝘵𝘳𝘪𝘱 𝘢𝘯𝘥 𝘮𝘢𝘬𝘦 𝘪𝘵 𝘺𝘰𝘶𝘳 𝘰𝘸𝘯.

Catalonia: Barcelona & Beyond

7-day itinerary in Catalonia through Barcelona, Priorat, Siurana, Ebro Delta, Girona, and Cadaqués.

United States

From ancient medinas to soaring mountain peaks, this 7-day itinerary in Morocco begins in the heart of Marrakesh and ends high in the Atlas Mountains. A full week of cultural contrasts, spiritual traditions and modern art, plus rooftop sunsets, hands-on cooking classes, vibrant souks and quiet trails. Each day balances immersive experiences with time to explore independently, inviting you to see Morocco through the eyes of artists, chefs, guides, and storytellers.

DAY 1 – MEDINA FOUNDATIONS & ROOFTOP VIEWS | Begin in the heart of the old city with The City of Seven Men, a walking tour that weaves together faith, folklore, and Moroccan tea in a local home. In the afternoon, visit Bahia Palace, where carved cedar and painted ceilings reflect Marrakesh’s opulent past. As the sun sets, join Skyline Stories of Marrakesh, a rooftop journey through a thousand years of history. End the night over dinner at Le Foundouk, with views to match the mood.

DAY 2 – FLAVORS & FAITH | Spend your day with Amanda’s Courtyard Kitchen, a warm and generous cooking class in a private home. In the late afternoon, explore the remains of El Badi Palace, once a symbol of Saadian grandeur. As evening falls, experience A Gathering of Sufi Presence—a powerful blend of Hadra music, spiritual storytelling, and traditional Moroccan cuisine. Wrap up with cocktails and city lights at Dardar Rooftop.

DAY 3 – ART & ATMOSPHERE IN GUELIZ | Today is centered in Gueliz, Marrakesh’s contemporary quarter. Begin with Conversation with an Artist, a curated visit to a local gallery and studio meetup. Then discover the legacy of Yves Saint Laurent at the museum, followed by a stroll through the vivid and peaceful Jardin Majorelle in the Psychedelic Mirage story. Pause for shopping, cafés, or a relaxed dinner at Al Fassia, a Gueliz institution run by women.

DAY 4 – HERITAGE & STORYTELLING | Dive deeper into Marrakesh’s medina with A Thousand and One Crafts, a private walk through its hidden workshops and time-honored techniques. In the afternoon, visit the Mouassine Music Museum and the Photography Museum, both offering quiet insight into Moroccan life and creativity. End the day with 1001 Stories in Marrakesh, an intimate evening of storytelling, music, and dinner. L’mida rooftop awaits to close the day with vibrant flavors and city lights.

DAY 5 – SWEETS & STILLNESS | Begin your day with a heartwarming class at Signs & Sweets, where deaf chefs guide you through the art of Moroccan pastry in a café that empowers and connects. In the afternoon, pause for renewal with a traditional hammam ritual—an invitation to slow down and reconnect. End the day with a sensory feast in one of Marrakesh’s most atmospheric restaurants.

DAYS 6–7 – INTO THE ATLAS | Leave the city behind for a two-day trek into the High Atlas Mountains. Your guide leads you from the village of Imlil toward the summit of Mount Toubkal, North Africa’s highest peak. Along the way, you’ll pass Berber hamlets, alpine trails, and star-filled skies. Spend the night in a mountain refuge and descend the next day with the stillness of the mountains etched into your memory.

WHERE TO STAY IN MARRAKESH | Marrakesh offers a wide range of places to stay, but for a more immersive experience, choose a traditional riad tucked inside the Medina. These restored courtyard homes combine intimacy, beauty, and local hospitality — many just steps from the city’s main sites. For more space and calm, Gueliz and Hivernage offer boutique hotels and stylish guesthouses near gardens, cafés, and galleries. Or opt for a retreat on the city’s edge, where palm groves and desert light invite pause.

PLAN YOUR TRIP WITH FERNWAYER | We believe each day of an unforgettable journey should be anchored in a guided experience, with space for self-led exploration in between. You can book experiences directly from the itinerary and arrange your own hotels and restaurants. Download the Fernwayer iOS app to edit your trip and make it your own.

Marrakesh & the Atlas Way

7 days in Morocco from Marrakesh with an itinerary that blends medina life, culture and mountains.

Over seven days, Buenos Aires greets you with ritual, rhythm, and grand facades before the road opens west to Mendoza and the Andes. This week balances guided encounters with space to breathe. You will taste the city in markets and kitchens, learn its stories in theaters and cemeteries, and feel its pulse in a milonga. Then the mountains take over with horseback trails at sunset, fireside asado, wine in the thin air, and time with artisans who keep tradition in their hands.
DAY 1 – ARRIVAL, MATE, MILONGA | Arrive early or the day before so the city can settle around you. In the afternoon, a guided tasting introduces the ritual of mate with a local host, including high-quality blends and traditional biscuits that frame the story and etiquette. After a short pause, the evening unfolds inside a real milonga with a professional dancer who explains the codes and ronda. You may join a dance or simply observe with a glass of wine.
DAY 2 – PALERMO AND CORRIENTES | Late morning brings a guided food walk in Palermo Soho that moves between bakeries, markets, and grills for classics like empanadas, choripán, and steak cuts, paced like a seven-course meal. Rest in the afternoon or wander the plazas. In the evening, a guided walk along Avenida Corrientes ties together theaters, beloved bookstores, and café culture, with simple tastings that carry the street’s late-night spirit.
DAY 3 – BELLE ÉPOQUE AND EMPANADAS | Begin with a guided architecture walk that links Belle Époque façades on Avenida de Mayo, the symbolism of Palacio Barolo, and a pause in a period café before finishing near Teatro Colón. It is history told in stone and light. Later, join a hands-on empanada class in a local home, rolling and folding before sharing wine and dessert.
DAY 4 – LA BOCA AND SAN TELMO | A guided photography tour leads you through La Boca’s color and San Telmo’s market streets at an unhurried pace. Your photographer helps with timing and composition so scenes and stories fall into place, whether you carry a camera or a phone. After lunch, head to the airport for an afternoon or evening flight to Mendoza.
DAY 5 – ANDES SUNSET RIDE | Keep the day open until the mountains call. In the late afternoon you are collected in Mendoza city for a guided horseback ride with gauchos, timed to the soft light of sunset. Afterward, gather by the bonfire for an asado with salads, fresh bread, and local wine, often set to live guitar. Return to town with stars above and woodsmoke on your clothes.
DAY 6 – HIGH-ALTITUDE ASADO DAY TRIP | Set out on a guided full-day trip into the Andes with a stop for local treats and mate before a scenic viewpoint over the Uspallata valley. Continue to a high-altitude estancia for an open-fire asado paired with wines and stories about the ritual’s meaning. There is time to taste, to learn, and to take photographs with guidance from your host. Expect a generous day before the easy descent back to Mendoza.
DAY 7 – ARTISANS OF MENDOZA | Spend the morning on a guided visit focused on handmade work at Mendoza’s artisan market, meeting makers of gaucho leather, textiles, and fine crafts. Your guide helps with context and conversation, and may include a short stop at city boutiques for additional pieces. Choose something meaningful to carry home. Fly back to Buenos Aires in the afternoon for a final night or connect onward if timing allows.
WHERE TO STAY IN BUENOS AIRES AND MENDOZA | In Buenos Aires, Palermo suits walkers who want cafés, galleries, and late meals nearby. Recoleta feels elegant and central, good for quieter nights and classic architecture. San Telmo places you near markets and milongas with a short ride to the center. In Mendoza, stay in the City Center for easy departures and lively evenings, or choose Chacras de Coria and Luján de Cuyo for vineyard air and slower mornings.
PLAN YOUR TRIP WITH FERNWAYER | Book directly from the itinerary and choose your own hotels and restaurants. Download the iOS app to make the journey your own.

Argentina

Tango to Andes in Argentina

7 days in Argentina: Buenos Aires to Mendoza with tango nights, wine, mate and asado in the Andes.

Mexico City unfolds in layers, where murals and markets, pyramids and plazas reveal both its ancient roots and its dynamic present. This three-day journey blends guided encounters with artists, historians, and food experts, while leaving space to take in the rhythm of the neighborhoods. It is designed for travelers who want to understand the city through its art, flavors, and living culture, not just to see its landmarks.
DAY 1 – MURALS AND MEXICAN FLAVORS | Begin your journey with a guided tour of Mexico City’s revolutionary murals, where each wall tells the story of politics, identity, and art in motion. The works of Rivera, Orozco, and Siqueiros set the stage for a day immersed in color and meaning. After a pause in the afternoon, step into a hands-on food workshop where you learn the process of making tortillas, taste tacos hot off the griddle, and sip mezcal while hearing about its traditions. It is a full day that balances art with flavor, giving you a first taste of Mexico City’s creative pulse.
DAY 2 – FRIDA, DIEGO AND UNAM | Spend the day in Coyoacán with a guided cultural tour devoted to Frida Kahlo and Diego Rivera. Visit their iconic houses and museums, and walk through the leafy streets that shaped their art and daily lives. In the late afternoon, continue to the campus of UNAM, a UNESCO World Heritage Site. With a local photographer as guide, you will discover the vast murals that adorn its buildings, and capture the mix of modernist architecture, student life, and quiet corners that make this campus a city of its own. The day moves from intimate artistic legacies to monumental spaces of learning.
DAY 3 – TEOTIHUACAN AND POLANQUITO | The final day takes you out of the city on a guided day trip to Teotihuacan, where the pyramids of the Sun and Moon rise against the horizon. Walking alongside a historian, you will uncover the stories of this ancient site and imagine the scale of life in the first great city of the Americas. Returning to Mexico City, the evening is a celebration of modern flavors in Polanco. A guided food tour introduces you to elegant streets, neighborhood history, and a sequence of dishes that bring the day to a satisfying close. It is the perfect balance of past and present, ending the journey with both wonder and warmth.
WHERE TO STAY IN MEXICO CITY | Centro Histórico offers a classic stay close to the Zócalo and major landmarks, surrounded by history at every turn. Roma and Condesa bring a creative rhythm with leafy streets, cafés, and nightlife that feel distinctly local. Polanco is refined and central, with museums, dining, and parks at your doorstep. Each neighborhood offers its own atmosphere, all well connected for exploring the city.
PLAN YOUR TRIP WITH FERNWAYER | We believe each day of an unforgettable journey should be anchored in a guided experience, with space for self-led exploration in between. You can book experiences directly from the itinerary and arrange your own hotels and restaurants. Download the Fernwayer iOS app to edit your trip and make it your own.

Mexico City Roots and Stories

3 days in Mexico City reveal murals, Frida and Diego, Teotihuacan, and food tours across the city.

This 9-day journey moves slowly, by design. It winds northward from Dubrovnik’s stone alleys to Trieste’s borderland boulevards—passing through the shifting light of the Adriatic, Roman ruins, and café-lined riverbanks. It’s a route for those who want to feel where they are, not just see it.

You begin in Dubrovnik, not just walking its walls but seeing it with new eyes—through a local archaeologist’s lens, then from a boat at sunset, where the city turns gold against the sea. In Split, Diocletian’s Palace is less a monument than a lived-in maze, full of locals and light. The journey pauses briefly in Trogir—an island town where everything slows naturally—and optionally detours into Istria for hill towns, truffle hunting, and wine trails.

Inland, Plitvice Lakes shifts the tone again. Here, you follow paths through mist and waterfalls, letting the natural rhythm reset your pace. It’s not just a break between cities; it’s a space to recalibrate.

Ljubljana greets you with quiet confidence. A walkable capital, it pairs Baroque charm with bold design and street art. You’ll move from riverbanks to castle views to the experimental district of Metelkova, all at a pace that invites observation.

You end in Trieste, where languages and histories mingle. This last chapter offers options—Karst wine tastings, Austro-Italian cafés, or a final walk along the sea. It’s a soft landing, full of contrasts and continuity.

This is a trip not stitched together by highlights, but shaped by transitions—each place flowing into the next, each experience deepened by what came before. Its travel made deliberate.

𝘈𝘵 𝘍𝘦𝘳𝘯𝘸𝘢𝘺𝘦𝘳, 𝘸𝘦 𝘣𝘦𝘭𝘪𝘦𝘷𝘦 𝘦𝘢𝘤𝘩 𝘥𝘢𝘺 𝘰𝘧 𝘢𝘯 𝘶𝘯𝘧𝘰𝘳𝘨𝘦𝘵𝘵𝘢𝘣𝘭𝘦 𝘫𝘰𝘶𝘳𝘯𝘦𝘺 𝘴𝘩𝘰𝘶𝘭𝘥 𝘣𝘦 𝘢𝘯𝘤𝘩𝘰𝘳𝘦𝘥 𝘪𝘯 𝘢 𝘨𝘶𝘪𝘥𝘦𝘥 𝘦𝘹𝘱𝘦𝘳𝘪𝘦𝘯𝘤𝘦, 𝘸𝘪𝘵𝘩 𝘴𝘱𝘢𝘤𝘦 𝘧𝘰𝘳 𝘴𝘦𝘭𝘧-𝘭𝘦𝘥 𝘦𝘹𝘱𝘭𝘰𝘳𝘢𝘵𝘪𝘰𝘯. 𝘠𝘰𝘶 𝘤𝘢𝘯 𝘣𝘰𝘰𝘬 𝘦𝘹𝘱𝘦𝘳𝘪𝘦𝘯𝘤𝘦𝘴 𝘥𝘪𝘳𝘦𝘤𝘵𝘭𝘺 𝘧𝘳𝘰𝘮 𝘵𝘩𝘦 𝘪𝘵𝘪𝘯𝘦𝘳𝘢𝘳𝘺 𝘢𝘯𝘥 𝘢𝘳𝘳𝘢𝘯𝘨𝘦 𝘺𝘰𝘶𝘳 𝘰𝘸𝘯 𝘩𝘰𝘵𝘦𝘭𝘴 𝘢𝘯𝘥 𝘳𝘦𝘴𝘵𝘢𝘶𝘳𝘢𝘯𝘵𝘴. 𝘋𝘰𝘸𝘯𝘭𝘰𝘢𝘥 𝘵𝘩𝘦 𝘍𝘦𝘳𝘯𝘸𝘢𝘺𝘦𝘳 𝘪𝘖𝘚 𝘢𝘱𝘱 𝘵𝘰 𝘦𝘥𝘪𝘵 𝘺𝘰𝘶𝘳 𝘵𝘳𝘪𝘱 𝘢𝘯𝘥 𝘮𝘢𝘬𝘦 𝘪𝘵 𝘺𝘰𝘶𝘳 𝘰𝘸𝘯.

Croatia

Slowly, From Croatia to Italy

9-day itinerary through Croatia, Slovenia & Italy — photo walks, coastlines, culture, historic towns

Even with just one day, Madrid’s intensity can still be felt — its rhythm, flavors, and stories all within reach when the day is thoughtfully designed. This curated itinerary is crafted for travelers with limited time who still want to experience the spirit of the city through its streets, storytellers, and night scenes. From image to word to taste, this is Madrid distilled.
DAY 1 – FRAMES, WORDS, AND TAPAS | The day begins with a black-and-white photo walk through Madrid’s morning light, guided by a professional photographer who shows how to frame shadows, textures, and urban contrasts. In the afternoon, a local writer leads you through the Barrio de las Letras — once home to literary legends — sharing how Madrid’s stories live on in stone and street. As the sun sets, two local hosts take you deep into the city’s nightlife, where conversation, tapas, and culture flow through the bars of Chueca and Malasaña. It’s a vivid blend of reflection and revelry — a full portrait of Madrid in a single day.
WHERE TO STAY IN MADRID | Stay in Centro for quick access to morning and afternoon walks, or opt for Malasaña to finish your evening just steps from your hotel.
PLAN YOUR TRIP WITH FERNWAYER | We believe each day of an unforgettable journey should be anchored in a guided experience, with space for self-led exploration in between. You can book experiences directly from the itinerary and arrange your own hotels and restaurants. Download the Fernwayer iOS app to edit your trip and make it your own.

One Day in Madrid

Fernwayer’s perfect one day in Madrid moves from photo walks to Barrio de las Letras to tapas bars.

Hub cities: Rome, Naples, Palermo, Taormina, Catania
Duration: 14 days — 4 days in Rome, 2 days in Naples, 8 days in Sicily (Palermo, Erice, Marsala, Cefalù, Taormina, Catania)
Trip Highlights:
Rome: Begin your journey by exploring ancient history with visits to the Colosseum, Vatican Museums, and the Roman countryside. Savor traditional Roman cuisine and enjoy a wine masterclass.
Naples: Experience the energy of Naples with visits to Pompeii and Spaccanapoli, and indulge in authentic Neapolitan pizza.
Palermo: Discover Sicily’s rich history with a visit to the Norman Palace, Palermo Cathedral, and vibrant street markets, followed by an excursion to the medieval town of Erice.
Marsala: Enjoy the stunning coastal landscapes and visit local wineries, salt flats, and windmills.
Cefalù: Relax on the beach, explore the charming town, and visit the historic Museo Mandralisca.
Taormina and Mount Etna: Explore the Teatro Greco in Taormina, enjoy breathtaking views from Mount Etna, and conclude your trip in Catania with its striking Baroque architecture and bustling markets.
Trip Notes: Travel by train and ferry between towns for a seamless experience through Italy’s cultural and natural wonders.
𝘈𝘵 𝘍𝘦𝘳𝘯𝘸𝘢𝘺𝘦𝘳, 𝘸𝘦 𝘣𝘦𝘭𝘪𝘦𝘷𝘦 𝘦𝘢𝘤𝘩 𝘥𝘢𝘺 𝘰𝘧 𝘢𝘯 𝘶𝘯𝘧𝘰𝘳𝘨𝘦𝘵𝘵𝘢𝘣𝘭𝘦 𝘫𝘰𝘶𝘳𝘯𝘦𝘺 𝘴𝘩𝘰𝘶𝘭𝘥 𝘣𝘦 𝘢𝘯𝘤𝘩𝘰𝘳𝘦𝘥 𝘪𝘯 𝘢 𝘨𝘶𝘪𝘥𝘦𝘥 𝘦𝘹𝘱𝘦𝘳𝘪𝘦𝘯𝘤𝘦, 𝘸𝘪𝘵𝘩 𝘴𝘱𝘢𝘤𝘦 𝘧𝘰𝘳 𝘴𝘦𝘭𝘧-𝘭𝘦𝘥 𝘦𝘹𝘱𝘭𝘰𝘳𝘢𝘵𝘪𝘰𝘯. 𝘠𝘰𝘶 𝘤𝘢𝘯 𝘣𝘰𝘰𝘬 𝘦𝘹𝘱𝘦𝘳𝘪𝘦𝘯𝘤𝘦𝘴 𝘥𝘪𝘳𝘦𝘤𝘵𝘭𝘺 𝘧𝘳𝘰𝘮 𝘵𝘩𝘦 𝘪𝘵𝘪𝘯𝘦𝘳𝘢𝘳𝘺 𝘢𝘯𝘥 𝘢𝘳𝘳𝘢𝘯𝘨𝘦 𝘺𝘰𝘶𝘳 𝘰𝘸𝘯 𝘩𝘰𝘵𝘦𝘭𝘴 𝘢𝘯𝘥 𝘳𝘦𝘴𝘵𝘢𝘶𝘳𝘢𝘯𝘵𝘴. 𝘋𝘰𝘸𝘯𝘭𝘰𝘢𝘥 𝘵𝘩𝘦 𝘍𝘦𝘳𝘯𝘸𝘢𝘺𝘦𝘳 𝘪𝘖𝘚 𝘢𝘱𝘱 𝘵𝘰 𝘦𝘥𝘪𝘵 𝘺𝘰𝘶𝘳 𝘵𝘳𝘪𝘱 𝘢𝘯𝘥 𝘮𝘢𝘬𝘦 𝘪𝘵 𝘺𝘰𝘶𝘳 𝘰𝘸𝘯.

Ruins & Mediterranean Shores

14-day journey through Southern Italy & Sicily exploring history, culture, and stunning landscapes.

This 7-day itinerary through Portugal’s western Algarve invites you to experience the region through the lens of João Ministro—Fernwayer experience-maker, expert in responsible tourism and regional development, and a lifelong student of the land. 
You'll begin in Faro, then move inland through Loulé, São Brás de Alportel, and Alte, before curving west toward Lagos, Monchique, Silves, and Olhão. This is a route shaped by local knowledge, seasonal rhythms, and hands-on experience. Along the way, you’ll meet the people who carry the Algarve’s quieter heritage: cork workers, carob farmers, weavers, bakers, and storytellers. You’ll walk the terraced hills of Monchique, visit regional markets, and take part in craft workshops that preserve time-honored techniques. At every turn, you’ll find sensory connections—fresh herbs, grilled sardines, almond cakes—woven into daily life. João sees this kind of travel as essential to understanding the Algarve. 
For most visitors, the Algarve conjures images of beaches and seafood. But João’s Algarve is more textured—what he calls the “poetic Algarve.” He cites writers like Sofia de Melo Breyner Andresen and José Saramago, who captured the soul of the region in images of sunsets, fruit, wind, and silence. For João, the true essence of the Algarve lies in its sensory landscape and the stories attached to it.
“In my youth,” he recalls, “many people came here, to the Algarve, and my family—like many others—had small farms. I spent a lot of time working on these farms growing carob, figs, almonds, and olives.” These daily rituals shaped his relationship to the land. “Everybody knows the Algarve for its oranges,” he adds, 
remembering his family’s orchard. “I have good memories of my mother and my sister making lots of cakes—almond cakes, and sometimes orange cakes too.”
What João wants travelers to experience is that same connection: the gestures and flavors that tie people to place. “We still recognize these things—the tradition of fishing, the dry fruits, the rituals of picking and preparing. This is what I want travelers to connect with.”
Still, he knows it's not always simple. “The Algarve is quite diverse. It’s not just one story. A good connection to the people here is important. Travelers are interested in how we live, how we spend the day, what we do.” This itinerary is João’s answer to that challenge: an immersive route where nature, food, craft, and memory guide the pace.
𝘈𝘵 𝘍𝘦𝘳𝘯𝘸𝘢𝘺𝘦𝘳, 𝘸𝘦 𝘣𝘦𝘭𝘪𝘦𝘷𝘦 𝘦𝘢𝘤𝘩 𝘥𝘢𝘺 𝘰𝘧 𝘢𝘯 𝘶𝘯𝘧𝘰𝘳𝘨𝘦𝘵𝘵𝘢𝘣𝘭𝘦 𝘫𝘰𝘶𝘳𝘯𝘦𝘺 𝘴𝘩𝘰𝘶𝘭𝘥 𝘣𝘦 𝘢𝘯𝘤𝘩𝘰𝘳𝘦𝘥 𝘪𝘯 𝘢 𝘨𝘶𝘪𝘥𝘦𝘥 𝘦𝘹𝘱𝘦𝘳𝘪𝘦𝘯𝘤𝘦, 𝘸𝘪𝘵𝘩 𝘴𝘱𝘢𝘤𝘦 𝘧𝘰𝘳 𝘴𝘦𝘭𝘧-𝘭𝘦𝘥 𝘦𝘹𝘱𝘭𝘰𝘳𝘢𝘵𝘪𝘰𝘯. 𝘠𝘰𝘶 𝘤𝘢𝘯 𝘣𝘰𝘰𝘬 𝘦𝘹𝘱𝘦𝘳𝘪𝘦𝘯𝘤𝘦𝘴 𝘥𝘪𝘳𝘦𝘤𝘵𝘭𝘺 𝘧𝘳𝘰𝘮 𝘵𝘩𝘦 𝘪𝘵𝘪𝘯𝘦𝘳𝘢𝘳𝘺 𝘢𝘯𝘥 𝘢𝘳𝘳𝘢𝘯𝘨𝘦 𝘺𝘰𝘶𝘳 𝘰𝘸𝘯 𝘩𝘰𝘵𝘦𝘭𝘴 𝘢𝘯𝘥 𝘳𝘦𝘴𝘵𝘢𝘶𝘳𝘢𝘯𝘵𝘴. 𝘋𝘰𝘸𝘯𝘭𝘰𝘢𝘥 𝘵𝘩𝘦 𝘍𝘦𝘳𝘯𝘸𝘢𝘺𝘦𝘳 𝘪𝘖𝘚 𝘢𝘱𝘱 𝘵𝘰 𝘦𝘥𝘪𝘵 𝘺𝘰𝘶𝘳 𝘵𝘳𝘪𝘱 𝘢𝘯𝘥 𝘮𝘢𝘬𝘦 𝘪𝘵 𝘺𝘰𝘶𝘳 𝘰𝘸𝘯.

Portugal

West Algarve: Wild & Crafted

7-day Algarve itinerary of craft, land, cuisine, tradition in Loulé, Alte, Lagos, Monchique, Olhão.

This 7-day itinerary offers a deep and personal exploration of Lisbon and its surrounding landscapes—curated by architect, artist, and local guide Tiago Miranda Neiva. You’ll move between Lisbon, Mafra, Ericeira, Setúbal, Évora, and Alqueva, using Lisbon as your hub for the first five days before transitioning into the open spaces of Alentejo. Each experience reflects Tiago’s belief that Lisbon—and Portugal more broadly—reveals its truth only when you engage with it slowly, sensitively, and through all your senses.
✧ In Lisbon, you’ll begin with immersive walking tours of the historic center and the Alfama district, including a soulful evening of live Fado. You’ll explore lush botanical gardens, secret city vantage points, and meet with local elders to hear lived histories.
✧ In the Setúbal Peninsula, you’ll sip and savor the natural and culinary abundance of the region, from coastal wines to Arrábida’s dramatic cliffs.
✧ In Ericeira and Mafra, the focus shifts to surf, light, and rhythm—along with time to admire the monumental beauty of Mafra Palace.
✧ The final days take you east, into Évora, Monsaraz, and Alqueva—where you’ll find silence, sweeping views, and stories rooted in the Alentejo earth.
This itinerary balances movement and stillness, city and countryside, design and tradition. It's a route shaped not only by places, but by one person's deep relationship to them.
𝘛𝘪𝘢𝘨𝘰 𝘔𝘪𝘳𝘢𝘯𝘥𝘢 𝘕𝘦𝘪𝘷𝘢 𝘪𝘴 𝘢 𝘓𝘪𝘴𝘣𝘰𝘯-𝘣𝘢𝘴𝘦𝘥 𝘦𝘹𝘱𝘦𝘳𝘪𝘦𝘯𝘤𝘦-𝘮𝘢𝘬𝘦𝘳 𝘸𝘪𝘵𝘩 𝘍𝘦𝘳𝘯𝘸𝘢𝘺𝘦𝘳 𝘸𝘪𝘵𝘩 𝘢 𝘣𝘢𝘤𝘬𝘨𝘳𝘰𝘶𝘯𝘥 𝘪𝘯 𝘢𝘳𝘤𝘩𝘪𝘵𝘦𝘤𝘵𝘶𝘳𝘦 𝘢𝘯𝘥 𝘢𝘳𝘵 𝘩𝘪𝘴𝘵𝘰𝘳𝘺. 𝘏𝘦 𝘶𝘴𝘦𝘴 𝘩𝘪𝘴 𝘥𝘦𝘦𝘱 𝘭𝘰𝘤𝘢𝘭 𝘬𝘯𝘰𝘸𝘭𝘦𝘥𝘨𝘦, 𝘤𝘳𝘦𝘢𝘵𝘪𝘷𝘦 𝘴𝘦𝘯𝘴𝘪𝘣𝘪𝘭𝘪𝘵𝘺, 𝘢𝘯𝘥 𝘱𝘢𝘴𝘴𝘪𝘰𝘯 𝘵𝘰 𝘴𝘩𝘢𝘳𝘦 𝘢 𝘶𝘯𝘪𝘲𝘶𝘦 𝘱𝘦𝘳𝘴𝘱𝘦𝘤𝘵𝘪𝘷𝘦 𝘰𝘧 𝘓𝘪𝘴𝘣𝘰𝘯 𝘸𝘪𝘵𝘩 𝘵𝘳𝘢𝘷𝘦𝘭𝘦𝘳𝘴, 𝘧𝘰𝘤𝘶𝘴𝘪𝘯𝘨 𝘰𝘯 𝘢𝘳𝘦𝘢𝘴 𝘰𝘧𝘵𝘦𝘯 𝘰𝘷𝘦𝘳𝘭𝘰𝘰𝘬𝘦𝘥. 𝘏𝘪𝘴 𝘵𝘰𝘶𝘳𝘴 𝘢𝘳𝘦 𝘤𝘳𝘢𝘧𝘵𝘦𝘥 𝘵𝘰 𝘱𝘳𝘰𝘷𝘪𝘥𝘦 𝘢 𝘩𝘦𝘢𝘳𝘵𝘧𝘦𝘭𝘵 𝘢𝘯𝘥 𝘪𝘮𝘮𝘦𝘳𝘴𝘪𝘷𝘦 𝘦𝘹𝘱𝘦𝘳𝘪𝘦𝘯𝘤𝘦 𝘰𝘧 𝘵𝘩𝘦 𝘤𝘪𝘵𝘺.
When asked about his love for Lisbon, Tiago’s enthusiasm is immediate: “I love my city! I really love the historic center of Lisbon!” Though he didn’t always feel that way. Growing up on the city’s outskirts, it wasn’t until returning after time abroad that he saw it anew. “It was as a young and independent adult with an arts and architecture degree, and with the enthusiasm to explore — that I realized how beautiful, diverse, and interesting my city is.”
For Tiago, connecting with a culture means full immersion. “You have to experience it with open eyes, heart, and mind,” he says. That means talking to locals, walking unfamiliar routes, listening more than looking. “Lisbon isn’t just to be seen, but touched, smelled, and tasted.” It’s not a checklist—it’s a presence.
He also names two challenges: First, Lisbon’s historic neighborhoods are deeply distinct—each like its own mini-city. “Lisbon is multidimensional. It cannot—and should not—be rushed.” Second, mass tourism threatens the local character he cherishes. Responsible travel, he says, is essential to preserve the culture.
As tourism evolves, Tiago points toward Lisbon’s under-known strengths. “Gastronomy, street art, tiles, contemporary architecture… there’s so much more to discover!”
𝘈𝘵 𝘍𝘦𝘳𝘯𝘸𝘢𝘺𝘦𝘳, 𝘸𝘦 𝘣𝘦𝘭𝘪𝘦𝘷𝘦 𝘦𝘢𝘤𝘩 𝘥𝘢𝘺 𝘰𝘧 𝘢𝘯 𝘶𝘯𝘧𝘰𝘳𝘨𝘦𝘵𝘵𝘢𝘣𝘭𝘦 𝘫𝘰𝘶𝘳𝘯𝘦𝘺 𝘴𝘩𝘰𝘶𝘭𝘥 𝘣𝘦 𝘢𝘯𝘤𝘩𝘰𝘳𝘦𝘥 𝘪𝘯 𝘢 𝘨𝘶𝘪𝘥𝘦𝘥 𝘦𝘹𝘱𝘦𝘳𝘪𝘦𝘯𝘤𝘦, 𝘸𝘪𝘵𝘩 𝘴𝘱𝘢𝘤𝘦 𝘧𝘰𝘳 𝘴𝘦𝘭𝘧-𝘭𝘦𝘥 𝘦𝘹𝘱𝘭𝘰𝘳𝘢𝘵𝘪𝘰𝘯. 𝘠𝘰𝘶 𝘤𝘢𝘯 𝘣𝘰𝘰𝘬 𝘦𝘹𝘱𝘦𝘳𝘪𝘦𝘯𝘤𝘦𝘴 𝘥𝘪𝘳𝘦𝘤𝘵𝘭𝘺 𝘧𝘳𝘰𝘮 𝘵𝘩𝘦 𝘪𝘵𝘪𝘯𝘦𝘳𝘢𝘳𝘺 𝘢𝘯𝘥 𝘢𝘳𝘳𝘢𝘯𝘨𝘦 𝘺𝘰𝘶𝘳 𝘰𝘸𝘯 𝘩𝘰𝘵𝘦𝘭𝘴 𝘢𝘯𝘥 𝘳𝘦𝘴𝘵𝘢𝘶𝘳𝘢𝘯𝘵𝘴. 𝘋𝘰𝘸𝘯𝘭𝘰𝘢𝘥 𝘵𝘩𝘦 𝘍𝘦𝘳𝘯𝘸𝘢𝘺𝘦𝘳 𝘪𝘖𝘚 𝘢𝘱𝘱 𝘵𝘰 𝘦𝘥𝘪𝘵 𝘺𝘰𝘶𝘳 𝘵𝘳𝘪𝘱 𝘢𝘯𝘥 𝘮𝘢𝘬𝘦 𝘪𝘵 𝘺𝘰𝘶𝘳 𝘰𝘸𝘯.

Lisbon and the Roads Out

7-day itinerary in Portugal exploring history & culture in Lisbon, Mafra, Ericeira, Setúbal, Évora.

This 10-day itinerary moves through Andalusia’s most expressive cities—Seville, Cádiz, Ronda, Málaga, and Granada—balancing guided experiences with time to wander. You’ll follow a one-way route from Seville to Málaga to minimize travel and deepen your experience. From Moorish palaces to Roman ruins and vibrant markets, this trip is an invitation to engage with Andalusia as a living culture. Along the way, you’ll find curated experiences, hotel and dining recommendations, and insights from two locals who know this region intimately.

Seville is your entry point—fly in and settle into a city where architecture, energy, and rhythm shape the streets. Visit the Alcázar, take a masterclass in flamenco’s quieter meanings, and explore hidden workshops in Triana. | Cádiz follows, and with it, the feeling of arrival into a deeper past. Here, you’ll walk seaside ramparts, taste freshly caught fish in local markets, and join locals for a casual tapas crawl. Don’t miss the Carnival, if your timing aligns. | Ronda offers slower breath and cliffside drama. With its sweeping views and old-world charm, this is the perfect place for a horseback ride, a visit to a family-run bodega, or a hike into the surrounding countryside. | Málaga, long overlooked, now leads with contemporary art and bold cuisine. | Granada, your final stop, gathers everything—Islamic architecture, Jewish heritage, Spanish tradition. The Alhambra is a must, but so are the Albaicín’s narrow alleys and the city’s soulful street corners.

Trains run between some major cities, but not all. To follow this route with ease, we recommend car rentals or arranged transfers between accommodations. Begin in Seville and fly out from Málaga.

𝘛𝘩𝘪𝘴 𝘪𝘵𝘪𝘯𝘦𝘳𝘢𝘳𝘺 𝘸𝘢𝘴 𝘤𝘶𝘳𝘢𝘵𝘦𝘥 𝘣𝘺 𝘔𝘢𝘳𝘪́𝘢 𝘑𝘰𝘴𝘦́ 𝘎𝘳𝘢𝘯𝘥𝘦, 𝘧𝘰𝘶𝘯𝘥𝘦𝘳 𝘰𝘧 𝘗𝘦𝘱𝘢 𝘉𝘢𝘯𝘥𝘦𝘳𝘢, 𝘢𝘯𝘥 𝘓𝘶𝘤𝘪́𝘢 𝘕𝘢𝘷𝘦𝘪𝘳𝘰, 𝘣𝘰𝘵𝘩 𝘤𝘶𝘴𝘵𝘰𝘥𝘪𝘢𝘯𝘴 𝘰𝘧 𝘈𝘯𝘥𝘢𝘭𝘶𝘴𝘪𝘢𝘯 𝘤𝘶𝘭𝘵𝘶𝘳𝘦. 𝘛𝘩𝘦𝘪𝘳 𝘱𝘦𝘳𝘴𝘱𝘦𝘤𝘵𝘪𝘷𝘦 𝘰𝘧𝘧𝘦𝘳𝘴 𝘵𝘩𝘦 𝘬𝘪𝘯𝘥 𝘰𝘧 𝘥𝘦𝘱𝘵𝘩 𝘵𝘩𝘢𝘵 𝘰𝘯𝘭𝘺 𝘤𝘰𝘮𝘦𝘴 𝘧𝘳𝘰𝘮 𝘭𝘪𝘧𝘦𝘭𝘰𝘯𝘨 𝘤𝘰𝘯𝘯𝘦𝘤𝘵𝘪𝘰𝘯.

Cádiz as a place of convergence: María José was born and raised in Cádiz, and her eyes sparkle with pride and nostalgia as she describes this ancient city where history, culture, and the sea converge. It’s a place where stories of Phoenician sailors, Roman conquerors, and Moorish poets are continually retold. Reflecting on her childhood, she recalls the close-knit neighborhood where people relied on one another. Carnival—an annual February tradition—was central. Lucía remembers it too; her grandmother was a seamstress who hand-stitched elaborate costumes each year. 

The essence of Andalusia, María José says, is best experienced not through spectacles, but through shared moments. Conversations in taverns. Crafts passed down through generations. Hospitality that’s unforced and real. Strangers are often welcomed like friends—invited into homes, kitchens, or village fiestas. Here, you’re never just an observer.

There’s growing interest in pairing cultural travel with nature, wellness, and gastronomy. Think horseback safaris, slow treks, and olive oil tastings under ancient trees. For María José and Lucía, true luxury is about access to spaces and stories that are otherwise closed to tourists: a private sherry tasting in a centuries-old bodega, a sunset boat ride in Doñana, or a morning spent with artisans in a whitewashed village. This is the Andalusia they want travelers to know. 

𝘈𝘵 𝘍𝘦𝘳𝘯𝘸𝘢𝘺𝘦𝘳, 𝘸𝘦 𝘣𝘦𝘭𝘪𝘦𝘷𝘦 𝘦𝘢𝘤𝘩 𝘥𝘢𝘺 𝘰𝘧 𝘢𝘯 𝘶𝘯𝘧𝘰𝘳𝘨𝘦𝘵𝘵𝘢𝘣𝘭𝘦 𝘫𝘰𝘶𝘳𝘯𝘦𝘺 𝘴𝘩𝘰𝘶𝘭𝘥 𝘣𝘦 𝘢𝘯𝘤𝘩𝘰𝘳𝘦𝘥 𝘪𝘯 𝘢 𝘨𝘶𝘪𝘥𝘦𝘥 𝘦𝘹𝘱𝘦𝘳𝘪𝘦𝘯𝘤𝘦, 𝘸𝘪𝘵𝘩 𝘴𝘱𝘢𝘤𝘦 𝘧𝘰𝘳 𝘴𝘦𝘭𝘧-𝘭𝘦𝘥 𝘦𝘹𝘱𝘭𝘰𝘳𝘢𝘵𝘪𝘰𝘯. 𝘠𝘰𝘶 𝘤𝘢𝘯 𝘣𝘰𝘰𝘬 𝘦𝘹𝘱𝘦𝘳𝘪𝘦𝘯𝘤𝘦𝘴 𝘥𝘪𝘳𝘦𝘤𝘵𝘭𝘺 𝘧𝘳𝘰𝘮 𝘵𝘩𝘦 𝘪𝘵𝘪𝘯𝘦𝘳𝘢𝘳𝘺 𝘢𝘯𝘥 𝘢𝘳𝘳𝘢𝘯𝘨𝘦 𝘺𝘰𝘶𝘳 𝘰𝘸𝘯 𝘩𝘰𝘵𝘦𝘭𝘴 𝘢𝘯𝘥 𝘳𝘦𝘴𝘵𝘢𝘶𝘳𝘢𝘯𝘵𝘴.

Andalusia: Seville to Granada

Andalusia itinerary 10 days with Seville, Cádiz, Ronda, Málaga, Granada, heritage and cuisine.

Few cities offer so much color, culture, and character in just three days. This 3-day journey invites you into the textures of Valparaíso, from its murals and flavors to its rhythms and views. With a thoughtful mix of guided encounters and unhurried moments, it is designed for travelers who value creativity, connection, and depth.
DAY 1 – STREET ART AND CERAMICS | The day begins with a guided street art walk that weaves together mural stories, cultural memory, and local tastings. From bold facades to vibrant flavors, you explore the city’s history through both image and palate. In the afternoon, take time to rest or explore the viewpoints of Cerro Alegre before heading to Concón. There, a ceramic workshop invites you to create your own lucky clay pig in a bright studio facing the coast. After the session, stay for a seafood dinner by the ocean and enjoy the relaxed atmosphere of this quiet beach town.
DAY 2 – COOKING AND CITY SPACES | Spend the morning in the kitchen of a local chef learning traditional South American recipes in an engaging cooking class. After the shared meal, continue the day with a guided architecture walk through ten public spaces shaped by Valparaíso’s unique topography and social rhythms. From plazas and staircases to hillside viewpoints, the tour brings the city’s built environment into focus through design, memory, and daily use. Together, the experiences offer an intimate look at how people live, gather, and create in this layered urban landscape.
DAY 3 – PHOTOS AND FLAVORS BY NIGHT | Start your final day with a photography walk in Playa Ancha led by a local artist. The session offers both visual guidance and personal stories as you capture the neighborhood’s layered textures and views. After a break, close the journey with a guided golden-hour experience through Valparaíso’s bars and gathering spots. As day fades into evening, conversation, music and movement bring the spirit of the city to life one last time.
WHERE TO STAY IN VALPARAÍSO | Choose Cerro Alegre or Cerro Concepción for easy access to morning walks, cafes, street art, and guided tours. These central hills are where most travelers stay and offer a safe, vibrant atmosphere. For a quieter rhythm with a more local feel, Playa Ancha offers charm and calm just a short ride from the center.
PLAN YOUR TRIP WITH FERNWAYER | We believe each day of an unforgettable journey should be anchored in a guided experience, with space for self-led exploration in between. You can book experiences directly from the itinerary and arrange your own hotels and restaurants. Download the Fernwayer iOS app to edit your trip and make it your own.

Art to Coast in Valparaíso

3 days in Valparaíso blending street art, food, architecture, and coastal craft with local guides.

Rovinj invites slowness. It’s a town best explored on fork or glass in hand, with time to stop—often. This three-day itinerary offers a thoughtful pace through its stone-lined alleys, seaside kitchens, and sun-drenched vineyards, where each experience feels close to the land, and closer still to the people who live by it.

Your journey begins in Rovinj’s Old Town, a maze of worn steps and cascading homes perched above the Adriatic. Mornings are for wandering the harbor and watching the rhythms of the fishing boats; midday leads you to the local market, where seasonal produce and handmade cheeses speak to Istria’s generous soil. In the afternoon, a boat ride through Lim Fjord adds contrast—quiet water, steep cliffs, and stillness that settles in.

Day two is dedicated to flavor and touch. “A Kitchen Among Olive Trees” is more than a cooking class—it’s a full-sensory dive into Istrian culinary culture, hosted by locals with deep knowledge of land, oil, and tradition. The afternoon brings you to St. Euphemia Church, where a climb to the bell tower reveals sweeping views of sea, rooftops, and sky—a quiet reward before another intimate dinner.

The final day pulls you inland. A full-day wine experience takes you to Rovinj’s vineyards, where crisp whites and deep reds are poured beside vineyard paths and old cellars. It’s a generous and slow-moving day, designed for both learning and tasting. You’ll close with one last look at the fjord, a soft light setting over the water as you reflect on days well spent.

This is an invitation to pause, cook, sip, and look closely. Rovinj rewards travelers who resist the rush.

𝘈𝘵 𝘍𝘦𝘳𝘯𝘸𝘢𝘺𝘦𝘳, 𝘸𝘦 𝘣𝘦𝘭𝘪𝘦𝘷𝘦 𝘦𝘢𝘤𝘩 𝘥𝘢𝘺 𝘰𝘧 𝘢𝘯 𝘶𝘯𝘧𝘰𝘳𝘨𝘦𝘵𝘵𝘢𝘣𝘭𝘦 𝘫𝘰𝘶𝘳𝘯𝘦𝘺 𝘴𝘩𝘰𝘶𝘭𝘥 𝘣𝘦 𝘢𝘯𝘤𝘩𝘰𝘳𝘦𝘥 𝘪𝘯 𝘢 𝘨𝘶𝘪𝘥𝘦𝘥 𝘦𝘹𝘱𝘦𝘳𝘪𝘦𝘯𝘤𝘦, 𝘸𝘪𝘵𝘩 𝘴𝘱𝘢𝘤𝘦 𝘧𝘰𝘳 𝘴𝘦𝘭𝘧-𝘭𝘦𝘥 𝘦𝘹𝘱𝘭𝘰𝘳𝘢𝘵𝘪𝘰𝘯. 𝘠𝘰𝘶 𝘤𝘢𝘯 𝘣𝘰𝘰𝘬 𝘦𝘹𝘱𝘦𝘳𝘪𝘦𝘯𝘤𝘦𝘴 𝘥𝘪𝘳𝘦𝘤𝘵𝘭𝘺 𝘧𝘳𝘰𝘮 𝘵𝘩𝘦 𝘪𝘵𝘪𝘯𝘦𝘳𝘢𝘳𝘺 𝘢𝘯𝘥 𝘢𝘳𝘳𝘢𝘯𝘨𝘦 𝘺𝘰𝘶𝘳 𝘰𝘸𝘯 𝘩𝘰𝘵𝘦𝘭𝘴 𝘢𝘯𝘥 𝘳𝘦𝘴𝘵𝘢𝘶𝘳𝘢𝘯𝘵𝘴. 𝘋𝘰𝘸𝘯𝘭𝘰𝘢𝘥 𝘵𝘩𝘦 𝘍𝘦𝘳𝘯𝘸𝘢𝘺𝘦𝘳 𝘪𝘖𝘚 𝘢𝘱𝘱 𝘵𝘰 𝘦𝘥𝘪𝘵 𝘺𝘰𝘶𝘳 𝘵𝘳𝘪𝘱 𝘢𝘯𝘥 𝘮𝘢𝘬𝘦 𝘪𝘵 𝘺𝘰𝘶𝘳 𝘰𝘸𝘯.

Slow Days in Rovinj

3-day itinerary in Rovinj exploring coastal streets, Istrian cuisine, olive groves, and local wines.

The Museum of Innocence, nestled in Istanbul’s atmospheric Çukurcuma neighborhood, is a one-of-a-kind cultural experience crafted by Nobel laureate Orhan Pamuk. Inspired by his novel of the same name, the museum brings to life a poignant love story between Kemal and Füsun, set in Istanbul’s mid-20th century streets. This immersive storytelling space blurs the lines between fiction and reality, captivating visitors with its evocative displays and heartfelt narrative.

1. Artifact-Filled Storytelling: Each exhibit represents a chapter of the novel, with meticulously curated objects—ranging from Füsun’s earrings to cigarette butts symbolizing longing—that weave together a fictional yet deeply human tale of love and loss.
2. Atmospheric Setting: The museum’s interior captures the nostalgic essence of Istanbul in the 1970s, with dim lighting, vintage decor, and a hauntingly beautiful ambiance that mirrors the novel’s mood.
3. Literary Connection: Fans of Orhan Pamuk’s work will appreciate the museum as an extension of the book. First-time visitors can enjoy the standalone narrative told through the displays, even without reading the novel.
4. Interactive Experience: The museum encourages exploration at your own pace, with detailed labels and an audio guide narrated by Pamuk himself, enhancing the sense of intimacy.
5. Cultural Insights: Beyond the love story, the exhibits provide a window into Istanbul’s social and cultural landscape, offering a nostalgic glimpse into the city’s past.

Visitor Tip: Pair your visit with a walk through Çukurcuma’s antique shops for a complete journey into Istanbul’s bygone eras. Bring your copy of the novel to stamp your “ticket” at the museum!

Museum of Innocence

Australia

Visiting Western Australia's Nambung National Park and the Pinnacles Desert is a must.

Located at the southern gateway to Australia's Coral Coast, along the Indian Ocean Drive, the Pinnacles Desert of Nambung National Park is one of the major natural attractions in the region and are Western Australia's most visited attractions.

The park is located roughly 200km, or 2 hours' drive north of Perth, and covers an area of 17,487 hectares providing natural habitat for an extensive array of native animals and bird life.

The Pinnacles are amazing natural limestone structures, formed approximately 25,000 to 30,000 years ago after the sea receded and left deposits of sea shells. Over time, coastal winds removed the surrounding sand, leaving the pillars exposed to the elements. The Pinnacles range in height and dimension - some stand as high as 3.5m!

Desert limestone formations

The Milano Duomo, completed in 1965, is a masterpiece of Gothic architecture and a symbol of Milan’s rich history and culture. Situated in the heart of Milan, this magnificent cathedral took nearly six centuries to complete, showcasing the dedication and craftsmanship of countless artisans. Why we recommend visiting:
1 - The cathedral’s intricate façade is adorned with over 3,400 statues, 135 spires, and an array of gargoyles, making it one of the most detailed Gothic buildings in the world. The stunning white marble exterior and its elaborate decorations captivate visitors, reflecting the artistic splendor of the Gothic era.
2 - Inside, the Duomo offers a spiritual and historical journey with its vast nave, impressive stained glass windows, and numerous chapels. The highlight is the statue of Saint Bartholomew Flayed, a striking and detailed piece that showcases the anatomical precision of Renaissance sculpture.
3 - The rooftop terraces provide a breathtaking panoramic view of Milan. Visitors can walk among the spires and statues, getting up close to the detailed carvings while enjoying the city’s skyline. On clear days, it’s even possible to see the Alps in the distance.
4 - The Duomo Museum, located nearby, houses an extensive collection of sculptures, tapestries, and stained glass windows, offering a deeper understanding of the cathedral’s history and the artistic processes behind its construction.
5 - Special events and concerts are frequently held within the cathedral, taking advantage of its remarkable acoustics and grandeur, providing a unique and unforgettable experience for attendees.
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The Milano Duomo

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Waterfall

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Greece

Arkadi Monastery is one of Crete’s most historically significant sites, symbolizing the island’s fight for independence. Surrounded by olive groves and mountains, this 16th-century monastery combines beauty with deep cultural and historical importance.
1. The monastery’s Venetian architecture is beautifully preserved and features intricate details.
2. The small museum showcases artifacts and exhibits related to Crete’s resistance against the Ottomans.
3. Its peaceful courtyards and gardens create a serene atmosphere.
4. The site is a powerful symbol of Crete’s struggle for freedom, particularly during the 1866 uprising.
5. Stunning views of the surrounding countryside make the visit even more rewarding.

Visitor Tip: Visit early in the day to enjoy the tranquil setting and avoid the midday crowds.  Photo: Georgios Kritsotakis

Arkadi Monastery

The Agora Open Air Museum is a window into İzmir’s ancient Roman history, featuring the remains of a grand marketplace dating back to the 4th century BC. Nestled in the heart of the city, this archaeological site lets visitors wander among towering columns, ancient archways, and well-preserved stone structures, offering a glimpse into life in ancient Smyrna.
1. Visitors can walk among the remnants of an ancient Roman marketplace, experiencing its historical significance.
2. The well-preserved Roman columns showcase impressive classical architecture.
3. Fascinating underground vaults and ancient water channels can be explored.
4. Informative signs scattered throughout the site provide rich cultural and historical insights.
5. Its central location makes it an easy and convenient attraction to visit while in İzmir.
Visitor Tip: Wear comfortable shoes as the terrain can be uneven, and visit early in the day to avoid crowds and heat.

Agora Open Air Museum

Jerez de la Frontera, Spain, is home to the Alcázar of Jerez, a stunning Moorish fortress that stands as a testament to the city’s rich Islamic and Christian heritage. Originally built in the 11th century by the Almohads, this well-preserved fortress features imposing defensive walls, serene courtyards, and intricate Islamic architecture. Later expanded by the Christian rulers, the Alcázar seamlessly blends Moorish, Gothic, and Baroque influences, making it one of Jerez’s most fascinating historical landmarks.

1. At the entrance, the massive stone walls and towers offer a glimpse into the fortress's strategic importance during the Moorish rule of Andalusia.

2. Inside, the original Moorish baths showcase traditional Andalusian design, with star-shaped ceiling openings that allow natural light to filter into the steam rooms.

3. The beautiful courtyard gardens, filled with fountains, palm trees, and orange groves, create a tranquil oasis and a perfect spot for photography.

4. The Octagonal Tower, a striking example of Almohad military architecture, provides a breathtaking view over Jerez’s historic center.

5. The Baroque-style Palace of Villavicencio, added after the Christian reconquest, houses an 18th-century camera obscura, offering a unique panoramic view of the city.

Visitor Tip: Visit in the morning to enjoy the peaceful atmosphere and capture the best light for photography. Pair your visit with a nearby sherry tasting, as Jerez is world-famous for its fortified wines.

Alcázar of Jerez

Naples, Italy, is home to Spaccanapoli, the city’s most famous and historic street that slices through the heart of the ancient center. This narrow, bustling thoroughfare is more than just a road—it’s a journey through Naples’ rich history, culture, and daily life. Lined with centuries-old churches, artisan shops, street food stalls, and vibrant local markets, Spaccanapoli captures the spirit of the city. Its name, which means “Naples-splitter,” reflects how the street divides the historic core, offering visitors an immersive experience of Neapolitan traditions and modern vitality.

1. Along the street, historic landmarks like the Church of Santa Chiara and San Domenico Maggiore showcase Gothic and Baroque architectural beauty. These iconic sites are must-sees for lovers of art and history.

2. Traditional Neapolitan street food, including sfogliatella, pizza fritta, and babà, is available from local vendors. Sampling these authentic flavors is an essential part of the Spaccanapoli experience.

3. Artisan workshops and boutiques offer handcrafted nativity scenes (Presepi) on Via San Gregorio Armeno, a side street famous for its detailed, handmade figurines—especially vibrant during the Christmas season.

4. The street is filled with local life and street performers, creating an energetic and authentic atmosphere. Exploring Spaccanapoli allows visitors to feel the pulse of daily life in Naples.

5. Hidden courtyards and underground sites like Napoli Sotterranea reveal layers of history beneath the surface, including ancient Greco-Roman ruins and WWII-era shelters.

Visitor Tip: Wear comfortable shoes—the cobblestone streets can be uneven—and explore in the late afternoon to enjoy both the lively atmosphere and the golden glow over the city’s historic facades.

Photo: Nominesine

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