Enjoy Italian Food and Wine
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Enjoy seven unforgettable days in Italy, combining seaside beauty and outstanding cuisine in some of the country’s most gay-friendly destinations. Explore the full itinerary details below.
This journey is designed as one of Italy’s most complete food, culture, and leisure experiences. You’ll travel comfortably by high-speed train, then slow down to soak in the scenery along the iconic Cinque Terre railway line, one of the most spectacular routes in Europe.
From pesto and Ligurian seafood to street food tastings, hands-on cooking classes, vineyard visits, and wine tastings, this tour is a delicious deep dive into Italian lifestyle. In just one week, you’ll return home with new flavors, techniques, and inspiration—perfect for anyone who loves authentic Mediterranean cuisine.
Expect a true taste of the Mediterranean Diet, with insider tips on how to recognize quality ingredients and how to recreate classic Italian dishes at home.
Along the way, our shared culinary walks blend local culture and cuisine, helping you experience each destination the way locals do—through food, stories, and everyday traditions.
Enjoy seven unforgettable days in Italy, combining seaside beauty and outstanding cuisine in some of the country’s most gay-friendly destinations. Explore the full itinerary details below.
This journey is designed as one of Italy’s most complete food, culture, and leisure experiences. You’ll travel comfortably by high-speed train, then slow down to soak in the scenery along the iconic Cinque Terre railway line, one of the most spectacular routes in Europe.
From pesto and Ligurian seafood to street food tastings, hands-on cooking classes, vineyard visits, and wine tastings, this tour is a delicious deep dive into Italian lifestyle. In just one week, you’ll return home with new flavors, techniques, and inspiration—perfect for anyone who loves authentic Mediterranean cuisine.
Expect a true taste of the Mediterranean Diet, with insider tips on how to recognize quality ingredients and how to recreate classic Italian dishes at home.
Along the way, our shared culinary walks blend local culture and cuisine, helping you experience each destination the way locals do—through food, stories, and everyday traditions.
Itinerary
Day 01 - Genoa
Start your journey with a guided food & wine tour through Genoa’s carrugi, the atmospheric narrow alleys of the historic center. Visit traditional botteghe (small food shops), taste authentic focaccia and learn why Genoa is the birthplace of pesto.
Often called “La Superba” during the Renaissance, Genoa was one of the most powerful ports in Europe and still surprises visitors with its noble palaces and hidden courtyards.
Dinner in a recommended local trattoria.
Day 2 – Recco, Portofino & Cinque Terre
Take the train to Recco, home of the legendary cheese focaccia (focaccia col formaggio).
Continue to Sestri Levante and then to the Portofino area for a hands-on cooking class, followed by a seaside aperitivo. In the afternoon, enjoy the charm of Portofino with a scenic walk to the Faro (lighthouse).
Later, travel by train to Bonassola, the perfect base to explore the Cinque Terre.
Overnight in Bonassola (2 nights).
Day 3 – Cinque Terre & Florence
Free day to explore the Cinque Terre villages at your own pace: Monterosso, Vernazza, Corniglia, Manarola and Riomaggiore. Use the train to hop between villages, enjoy sea views, and stop whenever you like for local specialties in small trattorias.
If available, don’t miss the iconic Via dell’Amore (Love Trail) along the cliffs inside the National Park.
In the afternoon, take the train to Florence.
Day 4 – Florence Food Tours
Today is dedicated to Florence’s most iconic flavors with two shared walking food experiences, led by local English-speaking foodies.
One tour focuses on cheeses and Tuscan cured meats (salami, prosciutto, sausages), while the other explores Tuscan wine culture. You’ll stop at authentic osterie and taste the city’s traditional specialties while discovering the food history of Florence.
Day 5 – Florence at Leisure & Naples
Enjoy a free day in Florence.
Optional experiences available on request:
- guided visits with entrances to major museums (Uffizi, Accademia, Bargello).
- artisan and shopping time (Florentine leather goods, Ponte Vecchio jewelers).
In the late afternoon, take the high-speed train to Naples.
Overnight in Naples (4-star hotel, 2 nights).
Day 6 – Naples Street Food & City Highlights
Naples is the capital of pizza, babà, and unforgettable street food.
Join a guided street food & wine tour (approx. 3 hours), the best way to experience Neapolitan culinary tradition while also discovering the city’s royal soul.
Highlights may include:
- Piazza del Plebiscito.
- the Maschio Angioino castle.
- the seaside promenade.
- views of Mount Vesuvius over the bay.
Day 7 – Amalfi Coast Experience
Private transfer to the Amalfi Coast.
Meet your local guide for a delicious experience:
- mozzarella class + wine tour, or alternatively
- a pizza class in Furore, learning the secrets of a true authentic Italian pizza
Time to enjoy Amalfi and its breathtaking views before returning to Naples.
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