About this tour
A 6–8 hour tour of Cilento that combines visits to working producers of wine, extra virgin olive oil, buffalo mozzarella and white figs with a guided tour of the ancient Greek-Roman ruins at Paestum and its National Museum. You'll taste products from selected local makers, learn their production stories, and explore 2,500 years of regional history before finishing with lunch showcasing Mediterranean diet principles. Suits anyone wanting a structured, flavour-focused introduction to the region's food culture and archaeology in one day.
Highlights
- Tastings at working producers: wine, extra virgin olive oil, buffalo mozzarella, Cilento white figs
- Guided tour of Paestum archaeological site with entry included
- Visit to Paestum National Museum to see preserved artefacts
- Lunch and snacks included throughout the day
- Air-conditioned vehicle transport between stops
- Small-group format with a single guide leading the narrative
What to expect
You'll start by meeting your guide and boarding an air-conditioned vehicle for transport to your first producer. At each stop—whether a winery, olive oil estate, mozzarella maker or fig producer—you'll see the working environment, hear the production story, and taste the product. After visiting 3–4 producers with tastings and snacks, you'll head to Paestum, where your guide leads you through the ruins of the ancient Greek-Roman city. You'll then visit the National Museum to see artefacts from the site. The day concludes with lunch featuring local products and Mediterranean diet principles, before returning to your starting point.
What travellers say
- Direct access to working producers—see process and taste immediately
- Archaeology and food culture woven into one coherent narrative
- Lunch and snacks included; no hidden meal costs
- All-inclusive transport and entry fees reduce logistical friction
- Six to eight hours is a full day; suits committed food and history explorers only
- Uneven terrain at Paestum ruins may challenge those with mobility concerns
- Group setting means pace and stops are fixed; no customisation mid-tour
Themes summarised by our team from public information about this tour. Verify specifics on the operator's page before booking.
Good to know
This tour suits food-curious visitors and history enthusiasts who want a curated, hands-on introduction to Cilento's producers and heritage in one day. It's accessible for all fitness levels, pram-friendly, and wheelchair accessible, though the ruins involve some walking on uneven ground. The pace is leisurely, built around tastings and meals rather than rushed sightseeing. Lunch and snacks are included; wine tastings are included but alcohol consumption is optional. Group size varies; transport is shared. Peak times are likely spring and autumn. Early mornings are probable given the 6–8 hour duration and multiple stops.
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