Golfo dei Poeti boat tour & Pesto class on board

A journey of seaside villages, UNESCO gems, and pesto-making magic.

Embark on a journey through the stunning Gulf of Poets, a haven of inspiration for writers since the 19th century. Marvel at the beauty of Porto Venere, a UNESCO World Heritage Site, and its nearby islands Palmaria, Tino, and Tinetto.

Enjoy a refreshing swim or snorkeling stop, and end your adventure in Lerici, a medieval gem with breathtaking views, before cruising past hidden coves, cliffs, and crystal-clear waters.

Onboard, immerse yourself in a pesto-making class, where you’ll learn the secrets behind Liguria’s iconic sauce. Watch as fresh basil, pine nuts, garlic, Parmesan, and olive oil are transformed into pesto using a traditional mortar and pestle. Discover the history and origins of this culinary treasure, then try your hand at making it yourself. To conclude, enjoy a tasting of freshly made pesto paired with Ligurian focaccia and a glass of crisp Vermentino wine.

Duration: 4 or 6 Hours

Why This Tour is Unique

Private Experience
Learn how to prepare Pesto on board
Lunch on board
Breathtaking views of Cinque Terre

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"The Highlight of Our Trip!"

It was our first visit to Tuscany and a very memorable one given Niccolo’s knowledge of the area, choice of wineries and overall warmth of the experience.

January 4, 2021 LAURA P. - ENGLAND

"Allowed us to customize our experience"

My husband and I hired EIT for a private day tour. From the initial email and communications to the day of the tour, Exclusive Italy’s team was very professional, friendly and allowed us to customize our experience.

Natalie M - USA

"Wowiwow!"

Wow, we’ve been on wine tours around the world and this was clearly the best. Nicco has deep knowledge of the region and personal connections with top winemakers. He was able to help tailor the experience to our needs (gluten-free, smaller winery preference) and make it truly memorable.

Greg H. - USA

"We had a brilliant time"

We had a brilliant time with EIT who was very professional, punctual, friendly and accommodating. He had a fantastic knowledge of the region and the wine. We went to three wineries and to Pienza and saw a lot of beautiful Tuscan countryside along the way, a very relaxing day whilst packing a lot in. I would thoroughly recommend this company and also will look to book other tours of theirs if I return to Italy.

Anna Sanders - USA

"We got much more than what I came to expect"

We got much more than what I came to expect after reading about tours from other companies online. It made it feel much more intimate and special that we weren’t just another group in a huge company. Thanks so much, Nicola!

Emily Zendel - USA