Travel with us to France, Portugal, or the United Kingdom in 2025!

 

Every place we travel is centered around the wonderful friends who welcome us in and make us feel at home in their country. As such, we are exploring destinations for 2025 where we have just that - a foundation of friendships that will help us open doors, invite us in, and give us a real slice of life.

Our small group trips are hand-crafted and require dedicated research time. We’re taking the time to connect with our local friends and curate each trip around the cuisine & communities we love. 

This high-level information is subject to change as we work with local chefs, business owners, and friends to craft unforgettable experiences. If your interest is piqued and you’re ready to jump in, snag an early reservation since there will be just 12 spots per trip.

 

New 2025 Destinations

 
 

9 Day Trip to France

Duration: 9 days
Dates: October 1 - 9, 2025
Price: starting at $10,850
Group Size: 6 -12 travelers Only 3 spots left!
Destinations:
Toulouse
Saint-Émilion
Loire Valley
France Itinerary Overview:
Our small group trip starts in Toulouse, a city renowned for its rich, hearty cuisine. Through private tours, a hands-on cooking class, and a unique artisan experience, we’ll get a taste of what makes Toulouse special. Then, our journey moves into Saint-Émilion and the Loire Valley, where sprawling vineyards and picturesque villages await. We’ll tour wineries and sip on the finest wines, participate in a wine blending experience, and tour breathtaking châteaux. From countryside meals to coastal delicacies, each dining experience will showcase the diverse flavors of French cuisine.
Why France?
France has long been on our radar because of its rich culinary landscape. Through our virtual cooking classes, we had the pleasure of meeting new friends, Guillaume and Marie. While visiting France last year, Annie had the opportunity to finally Guillaume and his wife Erin in person. On a rainy day in a local brasserie, they swapped stories over lunch and Annie knew that she finally met the right people to make our dream trip to France a reality.

 

9 Day Trip to Portugal

Duration: 9 Days
Dates:
May 9 - 17, 2025 | SOLD OUT
September 19 - 27, 2025
Price: starting at $9,950
Group Size: 6 -12 travelers
Destinations:
Porto
Duoro Valley
Évora
Alentejo Countryside
Portugal Itinerary Overview:
We’ll meet our friend Sofia in Évora for a market tour and cooking class in her home. Roll up your sleeves while we learn to make a traditional Portuguese dishes and dine in Sofia’s peaceful garden. We’ll explore the traditional dishes of Portuguese cuisine with our local friends and discover how Portuguese cuisine has influenced cuisines worldwide. Along the way, we'll sample the famed port wines of Porto, learning about the centuries-old winemaking traditions that define the region. See the full itinerary here.
Why Portugal?
In the early days of TTLT, Annie visited Portugal with friends. She took in the sights and sounds with a different perspective, pondering whether this country could someday be where we bring our travelers. Then, during COVID, as the world stood still, we connected with Ana in Lisbon who taught us how to make the famous pastel de nata. In Portugal, there is a foundation of cuisine that transcends so many of our destinations because of Portugal's influence on cuisines around the world, poetically tying together our destinations.

 

5 - 6 Day Trip to the United Kingdom

Duration: 5 -6 Days
Dates: Summer 2025
Price: starting at $5,800
Group Size: 6 -12 travelers
Destinations:
Cotswolds
United Kingdom Itinerary Overview:
Leave the summer heat behind and head to the picturesque landscapes of the Cotswolds. We’ll immerse ourselves in the charm of this idyllic countryside as we enjoy farm-to-table meals filled with the freshness and flavors of local produce. We’ll visit local producers and friends and families in the area as we settle into our time amidst the rolling hills and quaint villages of the Cotswolds. Your journey promises quiet moments and scenic views around every corner.
Why the United Kingdom?
While the UK might not stand out in our minds as a 'culinary destination', we've found that the particularities of how, when, and with whom you eat, makes this a favorite of ours. Most importantly, it's about the relationships that bring a destination to life. Our own paths have brought us closer to the land of fish & chips as our Italy Tour Host, Kathryn, studied at LAMDA in London. And Annie unexpectedly found herself traveling to the UK to visit family after 'marrying in'. Their time in the UK focuses on family and friend time, with a pinch of farm tours, food tours, and afternoon tea, all of which we’re looking forward to incorporating into a TTLT trip and inviting you in as family.

Save your seat now with an early, fully refundable reservation! You’ll be the first to know when we’ve finalized trip details and can decide then if you’d like to keep your spot, transfer it to another trip, or be refunded. This is a great way to make sure you secure a spot since we’re only hosting one trip this year with 12 spots. The itinerary and experiences mentioned above are subject to change.

 
 

Get the trip details!

Leave your name and email address and we’ll send you the trip itinerary and dates when they’re ready. We cannot guarantee we'll have a spot available at that time. To secure your spot, place a refundable reservation. This is also the waitlist for the Portugal trip if you want to be the first to know if a spot opens up.

 
 

Frequently Asked Questions

  • How Early Reservation works:

    Secure your spot with a fully refundable $500 Early Reservation

    Select the trip you're interested in.

    We will let you know when trip details and dates are confirmed and whether you’d like to apply your reservation fee to the final trip payment, transfer to a different trip, or be refunded.

    It’s really that simple!

    See Terms & Conditions for more information. Email hello@thetablelesstraveled.com for questions.

  • We will send you an email before we share the details with the rest of our travel community. Keep an eye out in your inbox!

  • Are you our kind of traveler?

    You’re curious about the experiences that tourists overlook and love to get your hands dirty in a cooking class. You don’t want to just observe culture, but live it.

    Small Group Trips are great for hassle-free travel with a 24/7 tour host and exclusive TTLT experiences only available a few times a year.

    Read more about small group trips and see all our destinations for 2025.

 

Ways to Travel with TTLT

Small Group Trips

Great for: Hassle-free travel with a 24/7 tour host and exclusive TTLT experiences only available a few times a year

Travel Coaching

Great for: Itinerary & trip recommendations from a destination expert catered to your interests

Private Trips

Great for: Custom itinerary curation including booking and travel arrangements

3-Day Trip Packages

Great for: Self-guided itinerary and pre-booked experiences with our favorite local operators

 

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