About this tour
A 2.5-hour wine tasting in Italy's Manarola vineyards, combining a walk through the terraced slopes with tastings of local reds, whites, rosé and dessert wine in a restored 19th-century cellar. You'll sample regional cured meats, cheeses, pesto and focaccia at a shared table, with photo stops at panoramic points along the way. Suited to wine enthusiasts and those wanting a slower pace through the Cinque Terre region.
Highlights
- Walk through Manarola terraced vineyards with panoramic viewpoints
- Taste five wines: two reds, three whites, rosé, dessert glass
- Historic cellar tasting room dating back to the 1800s
- Local charcuterie, cheese, olives, pesto and focaccia included
- Shared-table format with music and relaxed atmosphere
- Water provided; public transport nearby
What to expect
You'll start with a guided walk through the steep Manarola vineyards, stopping at elevated points for photos and views. The route moves at an easy pace but involves some slope walking. Once at the cellar, you'll be shown into the historic stone building where wine tastings happen at a communal table. Staff will pour you through five different wines while you eat local cold cuts, cheeses, olives, dried tomatoes, pesto and focaccia. The experience closes with relaxed conversation, background music and time to linger.
What travellers say
- Historic cellar setting adds genuine atmosphere and character
- Generous wine pours across five different styles
- Good spread of local food—cheeses, meats, pesto, focaccia
- Scenic vineyard walk with photo-worthy viewpoints
- Shared table encourages relaxed socialising
- Steep vineyard slopes may tire those unused to walking
- Not suitable for mobility issues or certain health conditions
- No option to order extra wine glasses during experience
Themes summarised by our team from public information about this tour. Verify specifics on the operator's page before booking.
Good to know
This suits adults who want a relaxed introduction to local wines paired with regional food, rather than a technical tasting. The vineyard walk involves moderate slopes and uneven terrain—not suitable for spinal injuries, pregnancy or cardiovascular concerns. The experience is about 2.5 hours total. Water is provided, but no extra wine glasses beyond those listed are available. Infants must sit on an adult's lap. Public transport is accessible nearby if you prefer not to drive.
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