Top 10 Food Tours in Italian Riviera, Liguria

Trek through Genoa to discover the best places, hidden spots, best bars, small osterias, secret old shops, secluded squares: taste the real Focaccia and pesto (it was invented here) and the superb trofie at our preferred Restaurant. Be impressed by the phenomenal beauty of the ancient palaces, see the First " Jeans " textile, indeed were invented here... you will see. Drink tasty wine in real 'old style' bars in the old part of the city and wonder in front of the magic of an ancient Templar Hospital. And Welcome :-).

Inclusions: Street food, Drinks in the old Bars, Lunch in a Tipical Trattoria, All transports (Trains, Bus, Lifts, Cable-way), Aperitivo (one cocktail), Guide, All Fees and Taxes

Exclusions: Everything not listed in 'Inclusions'

The Do Eat Better Experience food tour is a walking tour around the historical center of the city. The tourist is guided by a "Foodie", a local "buddy" able to explain every detail of the selected restaurants, their preparations, and the relevant history/curiosities. Do Eat Better Experience tours are a mix of high-quality gastronomy as a way for showing Italian culture and lifestyle and a walking experience together with a local friend. This is the reason why we accept small groups only: we want to focus on a genuine exchange and give to each tourist the highest attention possible. Top 5 food stops in Genoa for a memorable and rich dining experience! Please, note that the tour is always run in English and Italian; other languages upon request.

Inclusions: Food tasting, Lunch, Wine tasting, Local guide, Tour escort/host, Bottled water, Coffee and/or Tea, Alcoholic Beverages

Exclusions: Hotel pickup, Hotel drop-off, Hotel pickup and drop-off

Savona is a seaport and a municipality in the Liguria Region. It is a cruise embarkation point and provides access to the beautiful coastal territory. Walking through the narrow streets of the historical center of Savona, we will find out together the oldest eateries, with their delicious and traditional dishes, enriched by delicately-flavored extra-virgin olive oil (typical from this side of Liguria). The tourist is guided by a "Foodie", a local "buddy" able to explain every detail of the selected restaurants, their preparations, and the relevant history/curiosities. Do Eat Better Experience tours are a mix of high-quality gastronomy as a way of showing Italian culture and lifestyle and a walking experience together with a local friend. This is the reason why we accept small groups only: we want to focus on a genuine exchange and give to each tourist the highest attention possible. Please, note that the tour is always run in English and Italian; other languages upon request.

Inclusions: Rich and filling lunch in 5 different steps, In fixed amounts

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Live an authentic culinary experience in Riomaggiore and the Cinque Terre. Discover the sights, sounds, and tastes of the colorful villages of Cinque Terre on this 3-hour walking tour. Follow your guide around one of the UNESCO-listed villages and immerse yourself in the local fishing culture and traditions. Stop at small shops and cafes to sample treats and drinks from the Liguria region, such as focaccia, and admire the beautiful coastal scenery of the Italian Riviera. Take a 3-hour tasting tour around a village of Cinque Terre Discover the local traditions and culture of the Italian Riviera Sample treats and drinks, like focaccia, from the Liguria region. Immerse yourself in the local culture and traditions, and stop to taste the delicious food and drinks of the region along the way. Marvel at the natural beauty of the landscape as you enjoy different food stop to sample local delicacies paired with local wine. Get ready for an unforgettable experience in Cinque Terre!

Inclusions: Local expert guide, local wine tastings, 3 kinds of focaccia, 1 farinata bread, 1 chickpea pie, 1 gelato Restrizioni supportate: Vegetariano

Exclusions: anything not mentioned in inclusions, Transportation between one village to the other

Do not miss the opportunity to marvel at the highlights of the historical centre of Genoa, while savouring the delicacies of the Ligurian cuisine and while listening to the stories that your local guide will tell you of the city. The Street Food tour of Genoa is a unique experience that will let you try the main dishes of Genoa on the go! You will meet your local guide at the Old Port of Genoa, and from here you will start you multi-sensorial experience. Enjoy some freshly fried seafood, typical of cities by the sea. Then follow the scent of basil to your next stop, where you will see how pesto is made a try some freshly made! Walk across the main squares of Genoa, Piazza San Lorenzo and Piazza De Ferrari and enjoy some typical flat bread, flavoured with oil, onions or olives. If you have a sweet tooth, this is your moment! Enjoy some Italian Gelato and a traditional Ligurian cookie called Canestrelli, in English “little baskets”. This experience will involve all five your senses!

Inclusions: Food and Drinks, Professional local guide

Exclusions: Admission tickets to the attractions are not included (the tour is outdoor), Gratuities

Cinque Terre is an enchanting area on the Ligurian Coast where sea and land blend together to form the perfect five villages. Thanks to the knowledge of a local guide you will get to admire three of these villages in just one day. If you are arriving to La Spezia by cruise or spending your vacations there, join this private tour of Cinque Terre. You will reach the unique area of Cinque Terre by train and you will get to see the elegance of Riomaggiore, the charm of Manarola and the grace of Vernazza ! Marvel at the stunning views along the coast and the Mediterranean Sea, while shopping in the exclusive boutiques of Cinque Terre. End the tour in the best way, with a tasting of local products, such as wine, focaccia (flat bread) and cheeses. Enjoy this fun day in company of your family, friends or loved one and don’t miss the opportunity to visit one of the most beautiful areas of the Italian coast!

Inclusions: Professional Guide, Private tour, Train tickets, Drinks and Snacks at the end of the day

Exclusions: Tips, Lunch

Street food is ready-to-eat food made with local traditional dishes and sold in the streets to take with you on the go. Genoa is the perfect place to enjoy street food, for its delicious dishes that easily made to take with you while visiting the city centre. Meeting your local guide in the port area of Genoa, start your culinary journey in the historical centre. Get lost in the maze of alleys, called Caruggi, while savouring 3 different flavours of delicious Focaccia, typical flat bread flavoured with oil, onion or olives. Enjoy how the typical Basil Pesto is made and try some of it freshly made in front of you! Next, walk by the main squares of Genoa, Piazza San Lorenzo and Piazza De Ferrari while eating some freshly fried seafood, an authentic delicacy you can find in cities by the sea. End your culinary journey with two sweet treats Gelato and typical Canestrelli, literally “little baskets”, sweet cookies that originated in the Ligurian area. Are you hungry yet?

Inclusions: Snacks, Bottled water, Food and drinks

Exclusions: Admission tickets to the attractions are not included (the tour is outdoor), Gratuities

If you want to live a unique experience in Genoa, you cannot miss this tour! In 2 hours you will get to see the main highlights of Genoa while eating typical dishes on the go. With the company of a local guide you will start the tour from the Old Port of Genoa and you will go into the heart of the city, the historical centre. While walking along the alleys, crossing the main squares, Piazza San Lorenzo and Piazza De Ferrari, and marvelling at Genoa’s architecture, you will try typical dishes on the go. Learn how to make fresh Basil Pesto and try some on a piece of bread. Try some freshly fried seafood, typical of cities by the sea. Taste some delicious Focaccia, typical flat bread that will be available in three different flavours: olive oil, onions and olives. Try all three of them! End the tour with sweet treats: Gelato and Canestrelli, that are typical Ligurian cookies. Share your love for food with fellow foodies like you, while enjoying some culture, history and architecture!

Inclusions: Professional tour guide, Food and drinks

Exclusions: Admission tickets to the attractions are not included (the tour is outdoor), Tips

You may love seafood, but still you may be concerned about finding actual fresh fish in restaurants around. Well, here's the ultimate solution! In this exclusive tour, a boat captain will welcome you on his private fishing boat, for an exclusive cruise that will touch two of the jewels of Eastern Liguria: Portovenere and Monterosso; here, you will have the time to land, have a walk, shop and chill on the beach. During the cruise there will be time for a dive as well, while the captain will prepare an unforgettable seafood lunch onboard. While getting back, you will be in sight of the other enchanting villages of Cinque Terre, hidden between the cliffs and coves: Vernazza, Corniglia, Manarola and Riomaggiore. A special day, in close contact with the elements of this unique region: the sea and the sun.

Inclusions: Boat captain and private fishing boat at disposal , Full seafood lunch cooked and served onboard, with local white wines

Exclusions: Gratuities

Travel like a local discovering the most authentic side of the Italian Riviera just a few minutes away from the famous Portofino village. With your expert and passionate local guide, discover Chiavari, a hidden gem not touched by tourism yet. Wander along the old alleyways lined with ancient arcades. Explore the lively open-air food market and find out old food shops passed down from generations. Be charmed by the traditional artisans' shops such as the woodcarver or the ones producing candles for the last five hundred years. Enjoy a relaxing pause in an old pastry shop and taste local cookies. Enter a traditional "Trattoria" and taste a plate of delicious Farinata, a sort of chickpea flour pancake that will delight your taste buds! Travel at your own pace with no rush or strict schedule. Travel like a local, away from mass tourism. Passionate private guide at disposal just for you.

Inclusions: Private guide, Sweet snack at the pastry shop, Farinata tasting

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