B
Such a fun time!
We had so much fun with Luca and learned a lot about the history of pesto and other fun facts! Delicious food and so glad to have the recipe to create over and over again!
Cinque Terre Pesto experience in Riomaggiore
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At a glance
- Duration
- 1h 30min
- Price from
- $69 / person
- Location
- Cinque Terre, Italy
- Rating
- 4.5 / 5 · 16 reviews
- Group
- Small group, up to 6
- Cancellation
- Free cancellation up to 24 hours before
- Confirmation
- Instant
- Ticket
- Mobile or paper ticket accepted
- Operator
- Cooking with Luca
- Meeting point
- Via Tralcantu 37/B, RiomaggioreAll instructions will be provided in advance through a welcome message, and on the morning of the event you will receive a map in jpg, detailed directions, and the house rules. You are therefore kindly requested to check your email or the Viator Message Center.
Description
Do you love pesto? This class is the perfect opportunity to learn how to make it from scratch using the traditional technique and my grandmother’s original recipe. The experience takes place in my private 16th‑century home in Riomaggiore (Cinque Terre), located in the heart of the village. My dog Ettore and I will welcome you with a glass of prosecco before we begin. After a few steps, you’ll reach the roof terrace on the third floor, where you can enjoy a stunning view over the village and the sea. The iconic colorful tower‑houses, built along the steep hillside, create a unique and picturesque panorama—especially when admired from above or from the water.
Schedule & prices
- Runs
- Mon, Tue, Wed, Thu, Fri, and Sat
- Start times
- 10:30 AM and 2:30 PM
- Next available
- Mon, Oct 12
- Adult (ages 14–70)
- $69
In demand: 15 of the next 30 departures are already sold out.
From the operator’s live schedule on Viator, checked Oct 10.
Tour Options
What's included
Included
A welcome glass of prosecco and a tasting of local white wine will be served to pair with the dishes. Guests must be 18 years old or above.
All Fees and Taxes
Enjoy the pesto you prepared, served over a warm and flavorful plate of fusilli pasta
Not included
Private transportation
Snacks
Bottled water
Parking Ticket (3.5€/hour and about 10 minutes walk from my apartment)
Bathroom facilities are not available at my home.
Soda/Pop
Coffee and/or Tea
No animals
Traveller Ratings
Reviews collected by Viator and Tripadvisor
4.5
16 reviews
How it compares in Cinque Terre
- No. 24 by number of reviews among 78 tours in Cinque Terre
- Starting price $69 is 45% below the typical $126 for tours of similar length in Cinque Terre
Excurgo comparison of 78 Viator tours, recalculated daily.
Important Information
- Public transportation options are available nearby
- Infants are required to sit on an adult’s lap
- Not recommended for travelers with poor cardiovascular health
- Suitable for all physical fitness levels
- the Riomaggiore train station is about 10 minutes walk from my apartment
- the Riomaggiore harbour is 10-15 minutes walk from my apartment
- the class is NOT suitable for VEGANS, CELIACS or people with SEVERE FOOD INTOLERANCES OR ALLERGIES
- In case of last minute communications of FOOD INTOLERANCES OR ALLERGIES will still be allowed to participate but nothing will be given to eat.
Cancellation
For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.
1+ days before100% refund
0–1 days before0% refund
Frequently asked questions
How long does Cinque Terre Pesto experience in Riomaggiore take?
Cinque Terre Pesto experience in Riomaggiore lasts about 1h 30min.
How much does Cinque Terre Pesto experience in Riomaggiore cost?
Prices start at $69 per person for this Cinque Terre experience, booked through Viator with the price shown before checkout. There is 1 booking option, so the final price depends on the option you choose.
What days does Cinque Terre Pesto experience in Riomaggiore run?
According to the operator’s current schedule, it runs on Mondays, Tuesdays, Wednesdays, Thursdays, Fridays, and Saturdays, starting at 10:30 AM and 2:30 PM.
Does Cinque Terre Pesto experience in Riomaggiore sell out?
It can: 15 of the next 30 departures are already sold out, so booking ahead is a good idea.
Can I cancel Cinque Terre Pesto experience in Riomaggiore for free?
Yes. Cancel at least 1 day before the start for a full refund. Later cancellations are non-refundable.
Where does the tour start?
The meeting point is Via Tralcantu 37/B, Riomaggiore. All instructions will be provided in advance through a welcome message, and on the morning of the event you will receive a map in jpg, detailed directions, and the house rules. You are therefore kindly requested to check your email or the Viator Message Center. Hotel pickup is not part of this experience.
Is this a private or a group tour?
It is a small-group experience with a maximum of 6 participants.
Is the tour suitable for children?
Infants are required to sit on an adult’s lap
Will my booking be confirmed immediately?
Yes, bookings are confirmed instantly.
Is Cinque Terre Pesto experience in Riomaggiore worth it?
Travellers rate it 4.5 out of 5 across 16 reviews on Viator and Tripadvisor; it is run by Cooking with Luca.
Reviews(16)
Reviews collected by Viator and Tripadvisor
R
Luca was a funny and...
Luca was a funny and welcoming teacher. The pesto was phenomenal! I would highly recommend this intimate experience.
T
Fantastic experience!
So much fun! Luca was awesome! So much info and delicious pesto lunch. Can’t recommend enough. Was one of our favorite days!
C
This was amazing! Luca was informative and funny. The recipe was delicious! Highly recommend this experience!
The event was so much fun! Luca did a great job explaining the process and the finished product was delicious.
C
Luca was a great host....
Luca was a great host. Very nice and accommodating. We took the wrong train and ended up being late but he still allowed us to have this experience, which was very kind. He was interactive, insightful and fun! The pesto was amazing, so glad we were able to learn from him.
L
Authentic cooking experience in Cinqueterre, Italy
Luca was warm, welcoming, and very knowledgeable about regional Italian cuisine. He was fully prepared for the lesson and very engaged throughout the entire experience. The pesto we created together was fresh and delicious as were the beverages which we deeply appreciated on a warm day. If you are looking for an authentic, small village cooking lesson, I highly recommend Cooking With Luca.
C
You’ll be glad you booked this class!
Luca is a wonderful teacher and very engaging. We laughed the whole time we were there, and the pesto we made was FANTASTIC!
J
More than just Pesto making!
Luca had interesting knowledge of the history of Pesto as well as the ingredients. It was a fun class with a delicious finish!
B
Great cooking class with Lucca
Lucca was very informative and we enjoyed the time he took to educate us on the history of pesto. We had the best time making pesto and eating it too! We highly recommend this class.
H
A great class to learn everything about pesto!
We ended up being the only people at our class which was great! Luca is so knowledgeable about the history and preparation of pesto. It was fun to learn about that while also learning to make it. We had great conversation as well and truly enjoyed ourselves.
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