Our urban retreats celebrate the cafes, roasteries, and cultural institutions that transformed coffee from commodity into art. In Vienna’s Ringstrasse district and Milan’s Brera neighborhood, get behind-the-scenes access to century-old coffee houses, specialty roasters, and culinary institutions that define European coffee culture.

You’ll taste vintage Italian espresso blends, and understand why these cities remain the heartbeat of global and European coffee culture. This is a city escape for those who believe the world’s greatest coffee experiences happen where history and innovation intersect.

What to Know

• Guests must be 14 years or older to participate in Urban Retreats
• Moderate physical fitness required for walking
• Walking intensiv, participants should expect 1-4 miles daily
• Proof of travel insurance required for all international retreats
• Business casual attire required for certain historic cafes and venues
• Airport transfers included from designated regional airports
• Group sizes limited to 4 guests maximum
• Accommodations in historic five-star hotels near the coffee district
• Personal coffee gear is not required
• Dietary restrictions must be communicated prior to the trip