Top Piedmont & Liguria Rail Tours

You can't visit Italy without trying at least one pasta dish... So, we'll teach you two! Learn how to roll 'sfoglia' (fresh pasta) by hand and how to prepare 2 simple different kinds of pasta (filled pasta + fresh pasta) from scratch with your Cesarina. As the icing on the cake you will learn to prepare also the iconic Tiramisu. Share your passion for the Italian cuisine as you make new friends in this hands-on cooking class. It's a great way to truly experience Italian culture. • Learn to roll 'sfoglia' (fresh pasta) by hand • Learn to make 2 iconic pasta types • Learn to make the iconic tiramisu • Small-group cooking class with a maximum of 12 people. Share your passion for the Italian cuisine with other lovely guests • Enjoy an Italian Aperitivo to warm-up Cesarine is Italy’s oldest network of home cooks all over the country. They are welcoming hosts that open the doors of their own homes to curious travellers for immersive culinary experiences.

Considered one of Italy’s greatest red wines, Barolo is a favorite of oenophiles around the world. During your next visit to the Piedmont wine region—a UNESCO World Heritage Site—learn more about how Barolo and other local varietals are made during a behind-the-scenes tour of a family-run winery. Tour the vineyards, visit the cellar, and enjoy samples of a dozen wines, plus locally made meats and cheese.

Explore Cinque Terre on a private tour with a guide. Travel by boat and train from La Spezia Port and visit three charming towns. Don’t worry about train schedules, or navigating, just relax and settle in to the Ligurian lifestyle while your guide takes care of the logistics. Have time to explore on your own and choose a spot for lunch (own expense) and learn about the region’s history and culture on the guided portions of the tour.

If you are docked in La Spezia and puzzling over how to visit the picturesque fishing villages of the Cinque Terre along the coast, this shore excursion saves you the trouble of organizing the logistics on your own. Visit the villages of Vernazza and Monterosso with a guide, stopping to taste the local lemon liqueur, Limoncino. End your day with free time in Monterosso, the largest of the five villages, before heading back to La Spezia.

Cinque Terre is the jewel of the Ligurian coast and this hiking tour from La Spezia covers four out of the five villages. Depart from the La Spezia train station and head straight to Manarola to begin your trek to Corniglia. Admire the beautiful views along the way and then enjoy time to explore the towns of Corniglia, Vernazza, and Riomaggiore before heading back to La Spezia.

Be seduced by one of the most suggestive and renowned places in the world, set out to discover the breathtaking Cinque Terre in the company of our expert tour leader! Trains are undoubtedly the ideal means of transportation to explore the area: in just 15 minutes, passing through the sheer heights of the Ligurian Sea, you will reach Vernazza, one of the most colorful villages in the area. Enjoy some free time in this picturesque village. The second stop will be Monterosso, the largest of the Cinque Terre villages, which also owns a stunning beach characterized by fine white sand and a clear and transparent sea. Here we have reserved a surprise: we will take you to taste the delicious limoncino in a traditional shop! After having some free time in Monterosso, take the train to Riomaggiore, the last stop before coming back to La Spezia. This small village, like the other four, offers breathtaking views of the coast.

Discover the sights, sounds, and tastes of the colorful villages of Cinque Terre on this 4-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.

Discover the stunning Cinque Terre—or “five lands”—during this hiking tour from La Spezia Port. Explore Manarola, Corniglia, Vernazza, and Riomaggiore with a combination of hikes and train rides. Stroll through the colorful villages and enjoy plenty of free time to relax over the course of the day. The main hike takes place between Manarola and Corniglia where you can enjoy stunning views of the surrounding area and the Mediterranean.

- Discover Nervi, one of the most elegant neighborhoods in Genoa. - Walk along the amazing promenade that winds along the sea and the rocks with magnificent views extending till Portofino Promontory. - Be charmed by the special beauty of Nervi's park, unique historical gardens overlooking the sea - Discover ancient aristocratic villas - Fall in love with Camogli postcard picturesque village - Have a special focaccia tasting in the best bakery in Camogli Travel at your own pace with no rush, queues or strict schedule Discover beautiful spots far from mass tourism

Rather than navigating on your own, sit back and enjoy the scenery when you book a private day trip to Cinque Terre, a group of fishing villages just 40 kilometers north of La Spezia. The private tour ensures you are able to customize the itinerary according to your interests. With your guide’s insider recommendations, explore the area at your own pace and enjoy vineyard tours with complimentary wine tastings.

Hike through beautiful itineraries off the beaten paths among nature and spectacular views Stay in one of the characteristic sea villages with its colourful house Taste locally produced wines in a nice bar in Manarola Enjoy a dinner in typical restaurant with sea food specialities

This full-day, private tour makes it easier than ever to discover the charms of Cinque Terre. Meet your guide at your local accommodation, or at nearby train stations, and set off for a guided tour of all five Cinque Terre villages: Riomaggiore, Manarola, Corniglia, Vernazza, and Monterosso. Spot vineyards, castles, and churches as you go, and admire the seaside views. Depending on the weather, travel by ferry or train (own expense).

Discover one of the most beautiful and favorite places in Italy with our private shore excursion. Explore the villages of Cinque Terre accompanied by our tour leader. Once you arrive at the port of La Spezia, our escort will be waiting for you at the cruise terminal. From there, you will make a 20-minute walk, between the small streets of La Spezia, to arrive at the train station from where you will begin this adventure. Visit Vernazza, one of the pearls that are part of Cinque Terre. This village is the one with the most picturesque views. During your excursion in Vernazza, you will enjoy some free time to discover the village. In Monterosso you will find different attractions besides restaurants and shops, without a doubt it is where you will find more variety of places to eat, besides having time to take a bath! In Riomaggiore, you can walk through its narrow streets where you will enjoy beautiful landscapes.

Experience the UNESCO listed villages of Cinque Terre your way on a private 6-hour tour. Travel comfortably to each location by the local express train (ticket at own expense). You set the tempo of the tour and can choose to see all five villages in one day or focus on just a few. Whatever you decide, your guide is by your side to provide immersive commentary and answer questions.

Discover Camogli and Santa Margherita Ligure, 2 of the most picturesque villages of the Italian Riviera accompanied by a passionate local guide. We'll unveil to you which is the best bakery in Camogli and here we will stop for a special tasting of different kinds of focaccia. Try local street food in Santa Margherita beside a very special gelato. - Depending on your preferences, you can start the tour in Santa Margherita Ligure or Camogli.

Your full-day Cinque Terre and Pisa shore excursion is a must when visiting Italy. Your knowledgeable Tour Leader will show you the picturesque villages scattered along the beautiful Mediterranean coast. Your private tour will have a maximum of 8 people per booking (more people will be accommodate in 2 tours group). Round-trip transport from the La Spezia port is included.Tour Leader will lead you village by village.

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.

An intense day in which you learn the culture, the Ligurian cuisine and taste the precious Sciacchetrà wine, as well as doing some physical exercise along the many country paths. We will get to know people who live and work in the Cinque Terre, who will tell us the true story of this territory and their passion and effort to preserve it, making us discover the most characteristic products. At the end of the tour we will not only visit the Cinque Terre, but know this splendid territory in depth.

Escape tourist crowds and discover the Cinque Terre villages with an insider's touch. Travel at your own pace and enjoy an authentic private experience through this area and its people accompanied by a passionate and expert local insider. Explore the picturesque villages uncovering hidden corners and secret alleys off the beaten path. Discover the most authentic side of the Cinque Terre in a sustainable and responsible way: visit the amazing panoramic vineyard of a local producer and taste the Cinque Terre wines in the tiny cellar. The schedule is flexible and the tour can be customized based on your interests. Guide at disposal just for you. No rush or strict schedule. Flexible departure times.

Your full-day Cinque Terre and Pisa shore excursion is a must when visiting Italy. Your knowledgeable Tour Leader will show you the picturesque villages scattered along the beautiful Mediterranean coast. Your private tour will have a maximum of 8 people per booking (more people will be accommodate in 2 tours group). Round-trip transport from the La Spezia port is included.Tour Leader will lead you village by village.

It is a must-do tour for every first-time visitor! The coastline, the five villages, and the surrounding hillsides are all part of the Cinque Terre National Park and is a UNESCO World Heritage. You will experience the scenic views in each of 5 impressive villages. Together with your local professional guide, you will explore one of the most popular destinations. You will be riding on a train and hopping in and out. Why there are no cars in Cinque Terre? Why the place is called "Cat heaven"? What product is very famous there? What these villages defended the country against in the past? You will learn the interesting history and fascinating facts. We have to warn you- it is very easy to fall in love with Cinque Terre!

The five seaside villages that make up the Cinque Terre region boast some of Italy's most dramatic scenery. Meet a local guide in  Monterosso, where you’ll board the “Cinque Terre Express," a train that winds through all five towns. Your guide can help you purchase the right tickets according to which villages you’d like to visit, or you can attempt to visit all five.

The villages that dot the coast of Cinque Terre are jewels, linked by a common soul but each one characterized by unique features. Through a full day private tour, you will have the chance to feel the special atmosphere of each of them: Vernazza, with its labyrinth of alleys; Monterosso, where an exclusive tasting of Sciachetrà wine and local delicacies will welcome you; Manarola, where you may decide to climb up to the church through the vineyards; and finally, Riomaggiore, where you will find an amazing view of the well known path "Via dell'Amore".

Thanks to our guides, we will take you to breathtaking places and unique landscapes to give you an outdoor experience full of beauty and fun. With the Tour Trekking in Portofino you will travel along the coastal roads and the characteristic Ligurian villages to collect a cultural baggage worthy of Liguria, crossing ancient places rich in history.