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 or Spanish) [as per option selected]

Exclusions #

• Hotel pickup and drop-off

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

• Personal expenses

Start point: Passeggiata Morin, La Spezia

Meet your skipper and board the boat for your selected shared, private, or sunset experience.

Shared daytime tour

• Portovenere: Cruise through the Gulf of Poets and pass the strait between Portovenere and Palmaria Island, with views of San Pietro Church.
• Cinque Terre coast: Sail past Riomaggiore, Manarola, Corniglia, and Vernazza, with a swim stop in a sheltered cove if conditions permit.
• Monterosso: Disembark for around 1 hour of free time to explore independently.
• Return to La Spezia: Sail back past Byron’s Grotto and Torre Scola before returning to Passeggiata Morin.

Private boat tour

• Custom route: Choose between the Cinque Terre coast and the Gulf of Poets for your half-day tour.
• Swimming and village stops: Your captain can suggest coves and possible stops based on your preferences and sea conditions.
• Return to La Spezia: Reboard after any agreed stop and return to Passeggiata Morin.

Sunset boat tour

• Portovenere and Cinque Terre coast: Pass Portovenere and sail toward Riomaggiore, Manarola, and Corniglia at sunset.
• Aperitivo onboard: Enjoy local wine, soft drinks, and snacks while taking in the coastline from the water.
• Return to La Spezia: Complete the 3-hour cruise and return to Passeggiata Morin. This option does not include an on-land stop.

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.
• Dogs are permitted by the supplier, but confirm this for the selected Headout rate before publishing it.

What to bring

• Comfortable footwear is advised, as the tour involves a considerable amount of walking.

What’s not allowed

• This experience is not suitable for wheelchair users or those with prams/strollers.
• Children aged 4 years and below are not permitted on this tour.

Additional information

• The tour departs at 7am until 28 February 2026, and at 6:50am from 1 March 2026 onward.
• The round trip from Florence to Cinque Terre takes approximately 13 hours.
• Meals are not included, so it’s best to bring along a light snack or packed food.
• Please note that refunds are not available for late arrivals at the meeting point.
• Punctuality is essential at every stop throughout the excursion.
• The sequence of visits may vary depending on the day’s schedule.

Inclusions #

• Full-day trip around Cinque Terre

• Expert English, Spanish or Italian-speaking guide onboard

• Pick up from Florence

• Assistance at the meeting point

• Round-trip AC bus transfers

• Free Wi-Fi on board

• Easy navigation through the Cinque Terre map

• Train tickets (if selected)

• Ferry tickets (if selected)

Exclusions #

• Food and beverages

Experience four beautiful coastal villages in one day, with round-trip travel included from Florence.

• Travel from central Florence on a full-day Cinque Terre trip with round-trip AC coach transfers.
• Choose between independent transfers or an escorted experience with a multilingual tour escort, plus local train and seasonal ferry tickets, depending on your selected option.
• Manarola & Riomaggiore: Wander the colourful streets, browse local shops, and admire harbour views from scenic viewpoints.
• Vernazza & Monterosso: Stroll along Vernazza's waterfront, then explore Monterosso's historic centre or unwind on its sandy beach.
• Upgrades: Enhance your trip with pre-arranged transport between villages or a local street food tasting, depending on your selected option.

Inclusions #

• Full-day trip to Cinque Terre

• Round-trip bus transfers from Florence

• Wi-Fi on board

• Free time in Manarola, Riomaggiore, Vernazza, and Monterosso

• Multilingual tour leader (as per option selected)

• Local train tickets (as per option selected)

• Boat ticket from Riomaggiore to Vernazza (as per option selected)

• Ligurian focaccia tasting (as per option selected)

• Homemade gelato (as per option selected)

Exclusions #

• Hotel pickup and drop-off

• Food and drinks, local train tickets, boat tickets, and tour leader with transfer-only options

• Tips

What to bring

• Keep your mobile voucher ready for boarding.
• Wear comfortable shoes as the villages include slopes, steps, and uneven lanes.
• Bring swimwear if you plan to spend your free time swimming in Monterosso.
• Carry water and sun protection during the warmer months.

Additional information

• The tour departs at 6:50am from Florence Santa Maria Novella station.
• The full experience lasts approximately 13 hours.
• The meeting point is inside the ticket hall at the Sightseeing Experience Visitor Center, Piazza della Stazione 1.
• The order of the village visits may change due to weather or operating conditions.
• The boat journey is weather-dependent. When it cannot operate, the journey is made by train instead.
• Boat service is unavailable from November to March.
• The street-food option is unavailable from November to March.
• The transfer-only option does not include local train or boat tickets.
• Tour languages include English, Spanish, Italian and Portuguese, depending on the selected option and operating day.

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.