La Spezia to Cinque Terre Tours

See four villages in 7 hours, with public-train logistics handled for you.

• Day out from La Spezia: Choose your departure point (La Spezia Centrale station or the cruise terminal) and travel by public regional train to Riomaggiore, Manarola, Vernazza and Monterosso.
• You'll get an English, Italian, German, or Spanish-speaking tour leader, train travel between stops, and independent time within the group's schedule.
• Riomaggiore and Manarola: Walk Riomaggiore's lanes toward its small marina, then explore Manarola's own lanes and waterfront.
• Vernazza and Monterosso: Explore Vernazza's harbor, piazza and local shops, then use your free time at Monterosso's beach.

Inclusions #

• 7-hour Cinque Terre day trip by public train from La Spezia

• Expert Italian, German, English or Spanish-speaking tour leader (as per option selected)

• Cruise-terminal departure (as per option selected)

• Train-station departure (as per option selected)

• Free time at the stops

Exclusions #

• Food and beverages

• Hotel pickup and drop-off

• Personal expenses

1. Departure from La Spezia

Choose the option that begins from:

• La Spezia Cruise Terminal: Meet at Largo Michele Fiorillo for the 9:30am departure
• La Spezia Centrale: Meet at Piazzale Medaglie d’Oro for the 10am departure

Meet your tour leader and board the public regional train.

Manarola

Walk through the village’s sloping lanes toward the waterfront and use your free time for photos, shops or refreshments.

Vernazza

Explore the harbor-side piazza and narrow streets independently before meeting your tour leader at the stated time.

Monterosso

Spend free time around the old town and beach. Swim, shop, or purchase lunch according to the time available.

Riomaggiore

Walk through the village toward its marina, with time to see its colorful waterfront and browse local stores.

Return to La Spezia

Travel back by regional train with your tour leader. Cruise-terminal options are scheduled to return in time for the ship’s departure. Operational note: The village order may change on the day.

What to bring

• Wear comfortable walking shoes for steep streets, steps, and uneven village paths.
• Bring swimwear and a towel if you plan to use your free time at Monterosso’s beach.
• Carry sun protection and drinking water, especially during summer.
• Keep a valid photo ID with you if required for personalised train tickets.

Accessibility

• This experience is not suitable for guests with reduced mobility because it involves public trains, steps, slopes and extended walking.
• No confirmed step-free alternative is available.

Additional information

• The experience lasts approximately 7 hours.
• Cruise-terminal tours depart from Largo Michele Fiorillo at 9:30am.
• Train-station tours depart from La Spezia Centrale at 10am.
• The order and time spent in each village may change due to train operations, crowds, or local conditions.
• The tour leader keeps the group to a fixed schedule, so free time is not fully flexible.
• Timely return to the ship applies to the cruise-terminal option, not automatically to station departures.
• Confirm the final child-booking rules in PLC before adding the under-4 instruction.

Pick a shared, private, or sunset cruise, each capped at 12 guests.

• Day out from La Spezia: Board at Passeggiata Morin for a small-group or private cruise along Portovenere and the Cinque Terre coast.
• You'll get a skipper, coastal sightseeing, and time to swim in coves that aren't reachable from land, depending on the option you choose.
• Portovenere: Sail past the pastel clifftop village and its coastal caves before continuing along the coast.
• Cinque Terre coastline: View all five villages from the water, with a stop ashore in Monterosso.

Inclusions #

• Boat tour from La Spezia with skipper onboard

• Small group of up to 12

• Shared daytime boat tour (as per option selected)

• Private boat reserved for your group (as per option selected)

• 3-hour sunset boat tour (as per option selected)

• Cinque Terre and Portovenere coastal route (as per option selected)

• Swimming stop (as per option selected)

• Free time in Monterosso (as per option selected)

• Local wine, soft drinks and snacks (as per option selected)

• Expert multilingual skipper onboard (Italian, Spanish, or English) [as per option selected]

• Pickup from the designated meeting point (not hotel pickup) [as per option selected]

Exclusions #

• Hotel pickup and drop-off

• Meals and beverages, except those included with the sunset option

• Personal expenses

What to bring

• Bring a swimsuit and towel for daytime options that include time to swim.
• Carry sunscreen, a hat, and drinking water, as most of the experience is outdoors.
• Keep a valid photo ID with you if requested during check-in.

Accessibility

• This boat experience is not wheelchair or stroller accessible.

Additional information

• The maximum capacity is 12 passengers.
• The meeting point is at Passeggiata Morin in La Spezia; this product does not include hotel pickup.
• Routes and swimming opportunities are subject to weather and sea conditions.
• The shared daytime tour includes one land stop, while the sunset tour has no confirmed on-land stop.
• The private route is customisable and should be agreed with the operator after booking.
• Pickup is available from the designated meeting point for private tours only. Hotel pickup is not provided.

See the Leaning Tower of Pisa and Cinque Terre's villages in one guided day with train and boat transfers.

• Set out from Florence on a full-day trip to Pisa and Cinque Terre with round-trip AC coach transfers.
• Travel with an expert local guide in English, Italian, or Spanish, with Cinque Terre Park entry, plus local train and boat transfers included.
• Monterosso & Vernazza: Stroll along the waterfronts, browse local shops, and enjoy free time at Fegina Beach and Vernazza's harbour.
• Pisa: Visit Piazza dei Miracoli, admire the Leaning Tower and cathedral complex, and explore the square at your own pace.
• Upgrades: Choose a guided experience with Cinque Terre Park entry, plus local train and boat transfers included.

Inclusions #

• Cinque Terre National Park admission ticket

• Full-day trip to Pisa, Monterosso, and Vernazza

• Round-trip AC coach transfers from Florence

• Hotel pickup and drop-off

• Train and boat transfers within Cinque Terre

• Expert local guide in English, Italian, or Spanish (as per option selected)

Exclusions #

• Food and drinks

• Tips

• Shuttle between the Pisa parking area and the Leaning Tower

What to bring

• Wear comfortable walking shoes as the tour includes uneven village lanes, train journeys, and a fair amount of walking.
• Carry a valid photo ID if required for ticket checks during the trip.

What’s not allowed

• Large bags and luggage are not permitted on the tour.
• Prams and strollers are not permitted.

Accessibility

• This experience is not accessible to wheelchair users or guests travelling with prams or strollers.

Additional information

• The route and order of stops may change due to weather, sea, or operating conditions.
• The full-day tour may finish later than planned when external factors affect local transport.
• Entry to the Leaning Tower and other monuments in Piazza dei Miracoli is not included.
• The shuttle between the Pisa coach parking area and Piazza dei Miracoli is not included.
• Arrive on time at every meeting point, as the tour follows fixed train and boat schedules.

Circle Portovenere's three islands by boat, with food, drinks, and a floating lounge included.

• Day out from La Spezia: Cruise to Portovenere and its three nearby islands aboard a specially designed boat with padded leather seating.
• You'll get: A trained captain with local knowledge, floating-lounge access before boarding, food and drinks, and easy water access.
• Portovenere: On daytime tours, step ashore for free time to walk the waterfront, browse local shops or photograph the harbor.
• Three-island coast: Circle the islands offshore from Portovenere, passing rocky shorelines, sheltered coves and open-sea viewpoints.
• Options: Choose a shared or private daytime cruise, or a 1.5-hour sunset sailing around Palmaria, Tino and Tinetto with local wine, soft drinks and snacks onboard.

Inclusions #

• Boat trip from La Spezia with ladder for water access

• Floating-lounge access before boarding

• Purpose-built boat with padded leather seats

• Trained local captain in English, Spanish, or Italian (as per option selected)

• Shared or private daytime cruise, or 1.5-hour sunset aperitivo cruise (as per option selected)

• Portovenere free time (as per option selected)

• Local wine, soft drinks, and snacks (as per option selected)

Exclusions #

• Hotel pickup and drop-off

• Personal expenses

• Additional food and drinks not included in the selected option

Start point: La Spezia

Arrive at the confirmed meeting point and relax in the floating lounge before boarding your selected boat.

Shared daytime cruise

• Departure from La Spezia: Meet your captain and board the shared boat with other guests.
• Portovenere coast: Cruise toward Portovenere and see its harbor, waterfront buildings, and coastal landmarks from the water.
• Palmaria, Tino and Tinetto: Continue around Portovenere’s three islands, passing rocky shorelines, small coves, and open-sea viewpoints.
• Portovenere free time: Step ashore to explore the waterfront independently, depending on the selected itinerary.
• Return to La Spezia: Reboard the boat and cruise back to the starting point.

Private daytime cruise

• Private departure: Board a boat reserved exclusively for your group.
• Portovenere and island coast: Cruise along Portovenere and around Palmaria, Tino, and Tinetto with your captain.
• Swimming or coastal stop: Stop according to the confirmed itinerary, your selected option, and sea conditions.
• Portovenere free time: Explore ashore if included with your private option.
• Return to La Spezia: Cruise back with your group and captain.

Sunset aperitivo cruise

• Evening departure: Board the shared boat from 6pm onward.
• Palmaria, Tino and Tinetto: Cruise around the three islands during golden hour as the coastline changes colour.
• Aperitivo onboard: Enjoy local wine, soft drinks, and local snacks during the cruise.
• Return to La Spezia: Complete the 1.5-hour onboard experience and return without a confirmed on-land stop.

What to bring

• Bring sunglasses, a hat, and sunscreen for time on the open water.
• Carry a swimsuit and towel if swimming is included with your selected daytime option.
• Wear flat, secure footwear suitable for boarding a boat.

What’s not allowed

• High-heeled shoes are not permitted onboard for safety.

Accessibility

• Boarding involves stepping onto a small boat and may include ladder access.
• Confirm specific mobility requirements with the operator before booking.

Additional information

• Sunset tours last 1.5 hours and operate from 6pm onward.
• Sunset variants are shared cruises and accommodate a maximum of 12 guests.
• Sunset tours circle Palmaria, Tino, and Tinetto and do not include a confirmed on-land stop.
• Daytime variants may include free time in Portovenere, depending on the selected option.
• Routes and swimming opportunities depend on weather and sea conditions.
• There are no confirmed restrooms onboard, so use facilities before departure.
• Private variants reserve the boat for one group.