EF Go Ahead Tours Unveils Food & Wine, Cooking Classes, and More in New Culinary Travel Collection

EF Go Ahead Tours is an industry leader in guided group travel, and they have recently launched a new collection of tours called “Food Tours.” These tours will allow individuals to immerse themselves in local cultures through food. In addition to food market visits, street food, Michelin-star dining, and cooking classes, Go Ahead Tours has also added new itineraries to their portfolio. With the addition of this collection, they will be able to meet the requirements of travelers who seek genuine experiences through culinary travel, as well as the needs of their growing target market.

With global interest in culinary tourism on the rise, EF Go Ahead Tours has tailored this collection to meet the desires of food enthusiasts who wish to explore local traditions, cuisines, and cooking techniques. New traveller insights, developed in partnership with Qualtrics Research, revealed that 70% of surveyed travelers expressed interest in culinary tours, and 55% are likely to book a culinary tour in the next one to two years. This data reinforces the growing trend of food-forward travel experiences, where food is not just a meal, but a way to immerse oneself in the culture of a destination.

Three Distinct Travel Styles for Food Lovers

The new Food Tours collection offers three travel styles designed to cater to different types of travelers, whether they are food connoisseurs or those seeking a balanced mix of food and culture:

1. Food Tours – These tours are designed for travelers primarily motivated by culinary experiences, offering guided food walks, market visits, farm and producer tours, and hands-on cooking classes.
2. Food & Wine Tours – For those seeking a balanced blend of regional cuisine and wine tastings, these tours offer immersive experiences in renowned wine regions such as Slovenia, Croatia, and Italy.
3. America’s Test Kitchen Tours – These premium departures, created in partnership with America’s Test Kitchen (ATK), feature elevated accommodations, seasonal departures, and multiple cooking classes or demonstrations. Special perks for ATK tours include a year-long subscription to ATK’s Essential Membership and exclusive gifts for food enthusiasts.

Each tour emphasizes authentic, local food experiences, offering travelers the chance to learn about the stories, traditions, and communities behind the food, not just the flavors on the plate.

New Culinary Destinations and Exclusive Experiences

EF Go Ahead Tours’ newly announced food tours include destinations across Asia and Europe, each designed to showcase the best of local culinary traditions:

• Food of Southeast Asia: Vietnam & Thailand (15 days, from $4,799)
• Food of Japan: Tokyo, Kanazawa & Mount Fuji Region (12 days, from $5,799)
• Food & Wine: Slovenia, Croatia & Northeast Italy (12 days, from $4,999)
• Food & Wine of Spain: Valencia, Barcelona & Costa Brava (11 days, from $5,299)
• Food of Italy: Venice, Florence & Rome (12 days, from $3,999)
• Food & Wine of Sicily: Palermo, Marsala & Catania (12 days, from $4,899)

These itineraries go beyond just dining, incorporating hidden-gem experiences, such as Michelin-star restaurants in Bangkok, truffle hunts in Croatia, vineyard visits in Slovenia, and local cooking classes in Spain. Each destination combines culinary adventure with cultural immersion, allowing travelers to experience the heart and soul of the region.

Private Group Travel for Food Enthusiasts

EF Go Ahead Tours also caters to private group travel, making it easy for clubs, community associations, and groups of friends to explore food-focused destinations together. Private group travel is experiencing significant growth, as more people seek to blend travel with their social and culinary interests. EF Go Ahead’s Group Coordinator program allows travel organizers to enjoy free travel for every six travelers who join the tour.

Discover the World Through Food with EF Go Ahead Tours

With the launch of its new Food Tours collection, EF Go Ahead Tours is meeting the rising demand for culinary travel by offering immersive, food-forward experiences across some of the world’s most celebrated culinary destinations. Whether travelers are exploring Southeast Asia, Italy, or Japan, the Food Tours collection offers an authentic taste of the world, from market-to-table cooking classes to wine tastings and Michelin-starred dining.

Increased tour packages with EF Go Ahead Tours provide travellers with even more opportunities to explore the world’s cuisines as well as it’s cultures through the art of the traveling experience.