Folklore in Molise | Summer edition
| Period: 12 aug – 16 aug | Mode: self-drive |
| Price: starting from 420€ | Min. partecipants: 2 |
| Duration: 4 nights – 5 days | Difficulty: easy |
Are you a lover of traditions and do you want to immerse yourself in Molise folklore? We have the offer for you!
With this tour you will fully experience Molise folklore, witnessing a different tradition every day in different countries. A unique opportunity to visit Molise and participate in centuries-old rituals unique in the world.
Be captivated by an unforgettable Ferragosto, surrounded by the enchanting nature of Molise, between the intriguing embrace of the sea and the majesty of the mountains. Here the echoes of a glorious past still resonate today, transporting you to a completely original setting.
Itinerary tour “Folklore in Molise”
Day 1 – 12 august | Ripalimosani, Colletorto
An evocative atmosphere, a centuries-old palio run on the tratturo and a horse entering the church. This is the welcoming event to get your trip to Molise off to the best start. A well-liked queen, a medieval procession and a castle on fire will complete your first day.
Arrival in Ripalimosani
Visit to the village
Picnic in the locality of Le Quercigliole
Viewing of the Palio delle Quercigliole
Afternoon
Departure for Colletorto
Participation in the event Notti Angioine: parade, flag-wavers, burning of the castle
Overnight stay in Colletorto
Day 2 – 13 august | Bojano
An ancient rite, the birth of the Samnites, devotion to the god Mars.
A 3000-year-long journey to discover the origins of Molise.
Departure for Bojano
Visit to the village
Excursion to the hermitage of Sant’Egidio
Visit to Civita di Bojano and the castle
Lunch in a restaurant
Afternoon/evening: participation in the Ver Sacrum event
Overnight stay in Bojano
Day 3 – 14 august | Fornelli
Medieval games, contrade palio and food of the era in one of Italy’s most beautiful villages. Get ready for a third day “of fire”!
Departure for Fornelli
Visit to the village
Donkey walk (optional)
Lunch in a restaurant
Afternoon/evening: Giornate al borgo with historical re-enactments
Overnight stay at Fornelli
Day 4 – 15 august | Termoli
To finish sea, but be careful not to get burned!
After a day exploring the pearl of the Molise coastline, an explosive historical re-enactment to end your Molise vacation in the best possible way.
Departure for Termoli
Visit to the town
Boat excursion (optional)
Relaxation on the beach
Lunch in a restaurant
Free afternoon
Evening: Viewing of the “Incendio del castello” event, fire of the castle
Overnight stay at Termoli
Day 5 – 16 august
Breakfast
Free day
Departure
Included
- Overnight stay in double room
- Breakfast, packed lunch and dinner as scheduled
Excluded
- 2 activities, listed as optional in the program
- Transportation
- Entrance to museums
- Anything not mentioned in the “Included” section.