60€

per person

60€

per person

Ancient Oppido between history and bergamot: A Journey into the Heart of the Calabrian Mystery

An authentic journey through a ghost village, artisan traditions, and the flavors of the most hidden side of Calabria.

The experience in brief

5 hours

With

Moses

1

-

50

guests

excursion

guide

insurance

products

typical

Italian

English

What will you do

Discover an unusual and surprising Calabria with a journey between the mysterious charm of Oppido Antica and the artisan knowledge of Varapodio. An experience that weaves together millenary history, local traditions, and ancient crafts, far from the most beaten tourist paths. The fate of Oppido Antica changed radically on February 5, 1783, when a devastating earthquake razed the city to the ground, transforming it forever into a place suspended between memory and mystery.

Start experience

The experience begins in Varapodio, a small village in the hinterland of Reggio Calabria where you will come into contact with one of Calabria's most defining elements: the bergamot.
Here you will discover the unique craftsmanship of the bergamot peel, transformed through traditional techniques into unique creations and products that tell of a knowledge handed down over time.
The visit continues through glimpses of the village and stories related to local traditions, to better understand the deep bond between the territory, citrus fruits, and material culture.

Key moment

The heart of the experience is the visit to Oppido Antica, one of the most suggestive and mysterious places in Calabria. Founded by the Italics in the 4th century BC, this ancient city preserves a centuries-long history and an atmosphere suspended in time. Walking among its ruins means immersing yourself in a silent and magnetic landscape, where every stone tells fragments of past life. During the visit, you will walk among the remains of the ancient town, listening to stories, legends, and curiosities linked to one of the least known but most fascinating sites in the Calabrian hinterland.

Return

The experience concludes with a tasting of typical Calabrian products, a convivial moment to savor the authentic flavors of the territory and carry with you the memory of a Calabria that is still genuine and surprising.

How to get there

Varapodio, Aspromonte

Transfer available upon request

What you need to know

pool

Free cancellation up to 72 hours in advance

pool

Pay however you want, in complete security

canyon

Book and receive confirmation quickly

hiking guide in the woods

Only experiences that are truly worth it

  • Dress comfortably according to the weather conditions.

  • There is no minimum age for participants

  • No hiking equipment is required

Do you have any doubts or special requests?

Click here and contact us, we will be happy to help you.

38.316656662932445, 15.983922560239886

38.316656662932445, 15.983922560239886

Ancient Oppido between history and bergamot: A Journey into the Heart of the Calabrian Mystery

An authentic journey through a ghost village, artisan traditions, and the flavors of the most hidden side of Calabria.

The experience in brief

5 hours

With

Moses

1

-

50

guests

excursion

guide

insurance

products

typical

Italian

English

What will you do

Discover an unusual and surprising Calabria with a journey between the mysterious charm of Oppido Antica and the artisan knowledge of Varapodio. An experience that weaves together millenary history, local traditions, and ancient crafts, far from the most beaten tourist paths. The fate of Oppido Antica changed radically on February 5, 1783, when a devastating earthquake razed the city to the ground, transforming it forever into a place suspended between memory and mystery.

Start experience

The experience begins in Varapodio, a small village in the hinterland of Reggio Calabria where you will come into contact with one of Calabria's most defining elements: the bergamot.
Here you will discover the unique craftsmanship of the bergamot peel, transformed through traditional techniques into unique creations and products that tell of a knowledge handed down over time.
The visit continues through glimpses of the village and stories related to local traditions, to better understand the deep bond between the territory, citrus fruits, and material culture.

Key moment

The heart of the experience is the visit to Oppido Antica, one of the most suggestive and mysterious places in Calabria. Founded by the Italics in the 4th century BC, this ancient city preserves a centuries-long history and an atmosphere suspended in time. Walking among its ruins means immersing yourself in a silent and magnetic landscape, where every stone tells fragments of past life. During the visit, you will walk among the remains of the ancient town, listening to stories, legends, and curiosities linked to one of the least known but most fascinating sites in the Calabrian hinterland.

Return

The experience concludes with a tasting of typical Calabrian products, a convivial moment to savor the authentic flavors of the territory and carry with you the memory of a Calabria that is still genuine and surprising.

How to get there

Varapodio, Aspromonte

Transfer available upon request

What you need to know

pool

Free cancellation up to 72 hours in advance

pool

Pay however you want, in complete security

canyon

Book and receive confirmation quickly

hiking guide in the woods

Only experiences that are truly worth it

  • Dress comfortably according to the weather conditions.

  • There is no minimum age for participants

  • No hiking equipment is required

Do you have any doubts or special requests?

Click here and contact us, we will be happy to help you.

38.316656662932445, 15.983922560239886

38.316656662932445, 15.983922560239886