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Cna – La Raccolta dello Zafferano

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Discovering the birthplace of the world's most prized spice.
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Description

The most prized spice finds its home here, becoming a valuable commodity over the centuries

Stage: Arrival at the facility

Nights: 1

Arrival in the afternoon, check-in at the hotel, dinner, and overnight stay.

Stage: Saffron, Village of Santo Stefano di Sessanio

Nights: 1

Breakfast and start (7:00 a.m.) of the day’s saffron harvesting, processing, and drying. Lunch on your own. Afternoon at your leisure to visit the village of Santo Stefano di Sessanio and the Bominaco Monastic Complex. Dinner at the agriturismo and overnight stay.

Stage: Day Off

Nights: 0

Breakfast and check-out. Free time to visit the Stiffe Caves (reservations recommended).

Abruzzo L'Aquila

210 €

Rate per person in a double room.

The fee includes

Included services: two nights in a double room at a B&B
two dinners
"Saffron Harvest" experience.

The price does not include

Services not included: Tips
Extras
unless otherwise expressly included
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Practical Information

Registration Fee
Upon request, we can provide rates for single or triple rooms.
Best time of year
Second half of October / Early November: This is the only very brief period during which these precious purple flowers bloom and are harvested.
Equipment and Clothing
Set your alarm for dawn: the flowers should be picked while they're still closed, before the sun causes them to open, to preserve the aroma of the stigmas.
Recommended Excursions
Outdoor clothing: water-resistant boots (for morning dew), sturdy pants, and a fleece for the biting morning cold.
Take part in the evening “sfioratura” phase: it’s a convivial moment when the stigmas are separated by hand—an ancient ritual filled with stories and patience.

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A journey to discover saffron, exploring the secrets of harvesting and tasting the most precious spice.

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