Cinque Terre Exploration: Rugged Italian Riviera Coast and Picturesque Fishing Villages

Explore the rugged Italian Riviera coast and discover the picturesque fishing villages of Cinque Terre. Walk between villages, admire the terraces and colorful houses, enjoy a boat ride, relax on the beach, and savor a delicious local lunch.

Duration: 11 hours, 30 minutes
Cancellation: 1 day learn more
Highlights
  • Levanto - Levanto is a charming coastal town on the Italian Riviera, nestled in the picturesque region of Liguria.

  • Manarola - The first stop is the enchanting village of Manarola. Here, colorful houses, churches, and picturesque shops cling to the cliffs overlooking the sea.

  • Vernazza - Moving on to Vernazza, considered one of the most enchanting villages of Cinque Terre, our guide will lead us on an exploratory stroll through narrow alleys and charming squares to the harbor, where we’ll embark on a boat. From this unique perspective, we’ll marvel at the spectacular coastline unfolding before our eyes.

  • Monterosso al Mare - The next stop is Monterosso, renowned for its lovely beach and hills gently descending towards rocky coves. Here, a typical restaurant awaits us for a delightful lunch featuring local products (if you choose this option). You’ll also have ample free time for a refreshing swim in the crystal-clear waters of the Mediterranean or to explore the fascinating workshops of local artisans. Our unforgettable adventure in the Cinque Terre comes to an end in this lively and picturesque village. Then our comfortable bus awaits us to take us back to Florence, concluding a perfect day.

What's Included
  • Transport by local train between the villages
  • Boat ride with amazing view of the Coast from sea (weather permitting)
  • Multilingual Assistance at the Meeting Point
  • Licensed Tour Leader
  • Transport by air-conditioned coach
  • Free time to enjoy a refreshing swim in the Mediterranean sea
What's Not Included
  • Gratuities
  • If Escorted transfer selected: train tickets, boat ride and lunch not included
Additional Information

Embark on a fantastic day trip to discover the wonders of Cinque Terre, five charming seaside villages – Riomaggiore, Manarola, Corniglia, Vernazza, and Monterosso – all recognized as UNESCO World Heritage sites. Our journey starts on a comfortable bus led by our knowledgeable guide. We first visit Manarola, where colorful houses and charming shops cling to the cliffs overlooking the sea. Moving on to Vernazza, our guide takes us on a stroll through narrow alleys to the harbor, where we embark on a boat. From where, we marvel at the stunning coastline. The adventure continues in Monterosso, known for its lovely beach and hills descending towards rocky coves. Enjoy a delightful lunch at a typical restaurant featuring local products (optional), and use free time for a refreshing swim or exploring local shops. Our adventure comes to an end. Then our comfortable bus awaits us to take us back to Florence. (Subject to the availability of trains and boats)

  • Comfortable shoes suggested
  • Escorted Transfer option includes: Bus Transport and Tour escort on board, free time in Cinque Terre
  • We suggest to bring with you sun hat, sun screen, sun glasses, swimwear and towel
  • It is mandatory to arrive at the meeting point at the mentioned check in time. In case of delay it will not be possible to join the tour, nor to have a refund or reschedule the tour.
  • Please be advised that it is required to bring your original ID with you during the tour.
  • Clients with motor disabilities or wheelchair users are encouraged to notify the tour organizer in advance and seek medical advice to ensure suitability of services. Our tours and transportation are not suitable for people with motor disabilities or wheelchair users, so to prioritize the safety and well-being of all involved, the driver and tour manager retain the right to decline participation if they believe it may compromise safety. This decision rests solely with them, and no compensation will be provided in such cases. By accepting these terms, clients agree to respect decisions made by staff regarding participation.
Location
Piazzale Montelungo
06:45am at Piazzale Montelungo at the end of the ramp connecting with the train station. An assistant will be waiting for you wearing blue clothing with CAF Tour - Gray Line logos.
Cancellation Policy

For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.

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Calebo720
Jul 24, 2024
Great day out - Our guide Sandro made all the difference in the world by ensuring a smooth and hassle free experience. He was an expert at ensuring we were at the front of every queue, skipping most of the lines and helping us save time during transit. Overall the one day tour with lunch was ideal to experience Cinque terre in a day.
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106adenh
Jul 24, 2024
Seamless - The entire trip was seamless and beautiful. Sandro was very helpful with every step and showed us all the great spots while getting us to the front of all the lines.
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林明瑾
Jul 22, 2024
前往五漁村的最佳方案 - The tour leader was very responsible and friendly. The itinerary was well arranged and the information provided was clear. You didn’t have to check the time and buy tickets yourself. It started from the Florence bus and took trains and ferries along the way. It was an easy choice for visiting Cinque Terre!
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Sofiamf9324io
Jul 22, 2024
Great Experience - Federico and Raffaello were absolutely amazing. Federico was an incredible tour guide, navigating a big group with ease. He was funny and energetic, he made all our days, good days.
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E1421ycphilipm
Jul 22, 2024
Excellent tour - Great tour. The tour stopped at three towns and had about 1.5 hours in the first town, 1 hour in town two, and 2.5 hours in town three which allowed for free time to use the beach. Federico was excellent and kept the group on track and gave good tips about places to see, local foods, and hiking paths. Raffaello was a good driver and got us there safely even though the road is very winding. The tour has a lot of independent time to use the tips. Not a lot of washrooms so beware to use them on the train or at the Levanto station.
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Lucinda_a
Jul 22, 2024
A beautiful taste of Cinque Terre - What a beautiful area! We enjoyed each little town and the stress free travel. Would love to visit again!
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Katieha8762ik
Jul 22, 2024
Lovely day in Cinque Terre - Thank you to this tour company and Marta for making this day memorable! I have been traveling Europe for several weeks now and this day trip is one of my favorite days so far. Marta was clear about meeting points and times in each village and friendly and helpful with any questions. She gave us a good amount of time in each village and let us have free time to explore. I had to switch my meal for the included lunch because of an allergy and she made sure the restaurant did that. I highly recommend booking this excursion and if you have Marta, you’ll have an amazing time!
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Bork64
Jul 21, 2024
Great trip! - Martha was very knowledgable and pointed out places of interest for people to consider visiting. She also kept the group on task to make sure we were on time for our trains.
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Finley
Jul 21, 2024
Amazing day at Cinque Terre - This was one of the best excursions I have ever done ! Marta our guide was very knowledgeable, friendly and was very great about communicating with the group on where to meet at each spot and expectations for the day. Everything went so smoothly and she truly cares about the tours she gives! I also would like to thank the driver Sergo! I really enjoyed the day and felt like we had enough time to see just enough at each of the three spots. I highly recommend doing the included lunch as well it was super delicious! Quite an awesome day!!
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Juliahv9528dw
Jul 21, 2024
Great experience! - The views were beautiful and our guide, Martha, was super nice, fun, and helpful. We also had a nice amount of freedom to explore on our own.
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