Discover one of Cilento's best-kept secrets: mozzarella nella mortella, an ancient cheese-making tradition created to preserve cheese and transformed into a gastronomic excellence.

Depart from Palazzo ReSilente and head to the village of Novi Velia, in the heart of the Cilento National Park. You will be greeted by a genuine local shepherd who will take you to the slopes of Mount Gelbison by jeep. Here, among the pastures and scents of the Cilento scrub, you will witness the live preparation of mozzarella nella mortella, a local speciality born from the need to preserve cheese and which has become a gastronomic excellence. You will learn how it is made, how it is processed, and why it is wrapped in myrtle leaves.

Immediately afterwards, a food tasting with freshly made mozzarella nella mortella, caciocavallo, and Cilento wine will let you savour the true taste of Cilento.

Finally, you will return by jeep to Novi Velia for a walk in the village: among stone alleyways, the Norman tower, breathtaking views of Mount Gelbison, and stories of transhumance, culture, and spirituality.

Drop-off at Palazzo ReSilente by lunchtime, with your eyes full of beauty and your palate full of flavour.

Day Schedule

7:30 AM: Meet at Palazzo ReSilente
Scenic jeep tour to Mount Gelbison
Meeting with the shepherd and mozzarella nella mortella demonstration
Local cheese and wine food tasting
Walk in Novi Velia
1:30 PM: Return to Palazzo ReSilente
Languages spoken
Italian, English

What's Included
Transport to and from Palazzo ReSilente
Panoramic jeep tour
Experience with the local shepherd
Cheese demonstration and food tasting
Palazzo ReSilente tour leader

Bonus: Opportunity to buy artisan cheeses on site