Food tour around Cinque Terre: from "focaccia" to pesto ice-cream and wines

The perfumes of basil, white wine and olive oil are the natural surrounding of the enchanting landscapes of Cinque Terre.
Within a day, you will be able to feel them and to learn how these flavors combine into some of the best known specialties of this amazing region.
A private cooking class will introduce you to the making of typical "focaccia", a variety of flat bread prepared with salt and olive oil; later, you will be delighted by an unusual but astonishing homemade ice cream, flavored with basil. Finally, the embracing notes of Sciacchetrà, a local raisin wine, will match with the sweet taste of Taggiasche olives, for an unforgettable aperitif.

Itinerary
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Stop At: Manarola, Manarola, Cinque Terre, Italian Riviera, Liguria

The fourth of the Cinque Terre was born around the fortress, whose structure is still visible, founded by inhabitants of the nearby village of Volastra to exploit the marine resources. Inside the village stands the beautiful cathedral of San Lorenzo, in Genovese Gothic style. Nowadays, Manarola is well known for its luminous Christmas Nativity, created by a retired railwayman.

Duration: 2 hours

Stop At: Corniglia, Corniglia, Cinque Terre, Italian Riviera, Liguria

The third and central of Cinque Terre, it is the only one not standing on the sea level , but on a 90 metres high cliff. The ancient village can be reached by the railway station underneath by a small street or via 382 steps!

Duration: 1 hour 30 minutes

Stop At: Monterosso al Mare, Monterosso al Mare, Cinque Terre, Italian Riviera, Liguria

The most western and populous of Cinque Terre; its foundation could be dated in the 9th century. In the 13th, Monterosso was contended between the rival forces of Genova and Pisa, being finally occupied by the first. In 1545 it was severely damaged, like most coastal villages in Italy, by a Turkish attack. The remaining of the castle keep the traces of these conflicts, featuring three round towers, the square "Torre Aurora" on the cliff and the medieval tower in the village centre.

Duration: 2 hours



Informacion Adicional
"Not wheelchair accessible"
"Near public transportation"
"Most travelers can participate"
"This is a private tour/activity. Only your group will participate"
"Confirmation will be received within 48 hours of booking, subject to availability"



Start Time: 09:30 AM
Duration: 7 Hours
Start location: La Spezia Centrale, Piazzale Medaglie d'Oro, 19122 La Spezia SP, Italy

Cancellations and refunds: All sales are final and incur 100% cancellation penalties.

Included

• Qualified private guide
• Alcoholic Beverages - An exclusive guided tasting of local wine "Sciacchetrà", matched with local specialties
• Snacks - A tasting of a special homemade ice cream, made with basil and olive oil
• A private cooking class, to learn the secrets of "focaccia" making
• Train tickets

Not Included

• Gratuities
• Dinner

Facilities