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Explore the Sistine Chapel, St. Peter's Basilica, Roman Forum, Pantheon, Trevi Fountain, and more!

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Rome in a Day Tour with Colosseum and Vatican Museums

Skip the line and gain direct access to the Raphael Rooms, Creation of Man, and St. Peter's Basilica

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Privileged Entrance Vatican Tour with Sistine Chapel

Breeze past the lines for the palace and gardens with a friendly English speaking guide

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Enjoy a premium and exclusive tour of the Raphael Rooms, St.Peter's Basilica, and more!

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Walk in the footsteps of gladiators on the Colosseum floor and see the Roman Forum and Palatine Hill

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Special Access Colosseum Arena Floor Tour through the Gladiator's Gate

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Vatican at Closing Time with Sistine Chapel

Begin your day early and see Rome from above, the Papal Crypts below, and the Vatican museums nearby

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Cinque Terre is one of the true gems of Italy.  Between lush, green mountains and crystal, blue waters of the Mediterranean there are 5 picturesque towns. Each town has its own, individual characteristics and they all have amazing views of the sea. You can easily travel between the towns with a local train and most of them are only a 10-minute ride from one to the next. Pick from our different half-day and full day options that begin in Florence or La Spezia.

You want to see it all when you come to Italy, which means you have to plan carefully and maximize that precious vacation time. Whether you want to explore Tuscany, Venice, Rome, or the Amalfi Coast, you'll find the perfect tour for you. We're Italy experts and have cultivated years of relationships at the top sites. What does that mean for you? You'll enjoy skip-the-line entry and exclusive access to restricted areas at top monuments like the Colosseum and Vatican Museums.

Sip wine and learn the secrets of making pesto in a local’s picturesque home in Riomaggiore

<p>Welcome to your one-of-a-kind cooking class in Cinque Terre. Here, on the terraces overlooking the sea and alongside a picturesque vineyard, you’ll discover the secrets of making authentic pesto alongside your local host. Start your tour by learning the secrets of pesto alla Genovese, and how to select the best basil plants and quality ingredients. </p><p>After enjoying a glass of wine from a local winery that’s been paired perfectly with an Italian appetizer, roll your sleeves up and get hands-on during a pesto cooking class. Choose between traditional and modern techniques, learn essential tips and tricks, then take your pesto home to enjoy at your leisure.  </p><h3>Express Pesto Cooking Class in Cinque Terre Description </h3><p>Your 2-hour tour includes: </p><ul><li><p>History and introduction to Spezia's pesto </p></li><li><p>Hands-on pesto-making using traditional and modern techniques </p></li><li><p>Appetizer and glass of local wine from a local winery </p></li><li><p>Take-home package of your freshly made pesto </p></li><li><p>Enjoy warm Italian hospitality </p></li><li><p>Small group experience with a certified host </p></li></ul><h3>A Warm Italian Welcome </h3><p>Welcome to Cinque Terre, a group of five beautiful fishing villages along Italy's rugged coastline in the Liguria region. Here, the scent of fresh basil blends with the aroma of local seafood, and fine wines are part of everyday life. Your host's home, located in Riomaggiore, is the perfect place to discover traditional Italian cooking. At the scheduled time, you'll arrive at your host’s home, ready to start a unique and memorable cooking experience. </p><p>Your host for the pesto cooking class will be a local food lover who is moved by a real passion for cooking and local culture, offering an authentic taste of Ligurian tradition.  </p><h3>Learn the Secrets of Authentic Pesto </h3><p>After settling in, your local hosts will introduce you to the captivating history of Spezia's pesto. You'll learn about the meticulous process of choosing the right basil and other quality ingredients before getting hands-on. Learn the ins and outs of both traditional and modern techniques, and whether you opt for the classic approach with a mortar and pestle or the streamlined use of an electric blender, your hosts will be offering helpful tips throughout. </p><h3>Enjoy Delicious Wine and Appetizers </h3><p>Of course, no visit to an Italian home would be complete without wine and an appetizer, and your host has just the thing to showcase the rich flavors of the region. Enjoy a glass of carefully selected wine from a local winery, paired with a tasty appetizer that features local ingredients and flavors. Throughout the tour, you'll also get to know the vibrant culture Italy is renowned for and learn insider secrets on new areas to explore after your tour. </p><p>Then, before you leave, your hosts will package the pesto you've made so you can take it home. Whether you decide to enjoy it on a rocky cliff overlooking the sea or incorporate it into your favorite dish at home, this personal touch ensures that the flavors and memories of Cinque Terre stay with you long after the tour ends. </p>

Tour Overview

A phone or camera to capture epic photos and an excitement to learn new skills! 

What to bring

Passionate English-speaking host

Pesto cooking class

Aperitivo

Local wine

Social experience

Group size of 8

Local host gratuities

Hotel pick up and drop off

What's included

You and your intimate group of fellow foodies will meet at your host’s lovely home in one of Cinque Terre’s most beautiful villages

Meeting point in a local home in Riomaggiore

Itinerary

Join A Local Host To Learn Traditional & Modern Pesto-Making Techniques. You'll Enjoy An Appetizer, Local Wine, & Take Home Your Own Jar Of Self-Made Pesto.

Have you ever dreamed of mastering the art of making genuine Italian pesto while savoring the breathtaking views of Cinque Terre's rugged coastline? Then join our pesto cooking class for a one-of-a-kind experience led by a local host who will guide you through traditional and modern pesto-making techniques. Paired with an appetizer and local wine, this culinary adventure will leave you with not only a jar of self-made pesto but an intimate taste of Italian culture and hospitality. 