About this tour
Spend two-and-a-half hours wandering Manarola's terraced vineyards with Maria, stopping at scenic viewpoints before retiring to a stone cellar dating back to the 1800s. Taste five wines—reds, whites, rosé and a dessert tipple—alongside cured meats, local cheeses, olives, dried tomatoes and focaccia. The experience unfolds at a shared table with soft music and unhurried conversation.
Highlights
- Walk through historic vineyard terraces with photo stops
- Taste five wines in a nineteenth-century cellar
- Sample regional charcuterie, cheese and pesto
- Relax at a communal table with locals
- Learn viticulture directly from Maria
What to expect
You'll meet Maria at the vineyards and begin a gentle walk through the slopes, pausing at vantage points that frame the Cinque Terre landscape. The pace is leisurely—this isn't a fitness test. After roughly an hour, you'll descend into the old cellar, cool and atmospheric, where Maria presents five wines in sequence. Each pour pairs with platters of local produce: cured meats, aged cheeses, brined olives, sun-dried tomatoes, homemade pesto and warm focaccia. There's no rushing; you'll sit together, taste, chat and listen to soft background music.
Good to know
Wear comfortable walking shoes with good grip; the vineyard paths are uneven. The cellar is cool year-round. Infants must sit on an adult's lap. Not suitable if you have spinal issues, are pregnant, or have cardiovascular concerns. Public transport stops are nearby.
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