12-Hour Cinque Terre Tour from Florence with Villages by Local Train
About This Tour
Discover the villages of Cinque Terre on a full-day journey from Florence, travelling by comfortable minivan and local train through one of Italy's most beautif...
Duration: 12 Hours · Tour type: Private · Activity level: Moderate · Accommodation: Not included · Transport: Included · Wheelchair access: No · Cities: La Spezia, Florence, Cinque Terre · Languages: English, French, Italian, Spanish
Know before you go: Cinque Terre is one of the most popular day trips from Florence or Pisa. The Cinque Terre, "five towns", is a string of five fishing villages perched high on the Italian Riviera in the Liguria region, which until recently were linked only by mule tracks and accessible only by rail or water. The villages are noted for their beauty. Over the centuries, people have carefully built terraces to cultivate grapes and olives on the rugged, steep landscape right up to the cliffs overlooking the Mediterranean Sea. The breathtaking views of harbours far below the wild yet hospitable coastline, together with the medieval fortresses, vines, and colours, make this a remarkable destination.; The "Cinque Terre" Parks, now a UNESCO World Heritage Site, are an exceptional place for an unforgettable experience.; Pick-up is available at your hotel, private flat, or B&B in a comfortable Mercedes minivan or similar vehicle.; We can also pick up and drop off customers at private addresses, apartments, or B&Bs without extra charge.; It is necessary to indicate the correct address in the notes.
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What's Included
- Wi-Fi onboard
- Air-conditioned vehicle
- Private transport
- Bottled water
- Park, train, or boat tickets
Not Included
- Lunch
Itinerary
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1Day 01
Cinque Terre Villages by Minivan and Local Train
Our English-speaking driver/escort will pick you up at your location (hotel or apartment) around 8:00 AM in a comfortable minivan. We will drive along the A11/A12 highway between Tuscany and Liguria for about 1 hour and 40 minutes, passing near the beautiful Apuan Alps (the Marble Mountains), where Michelangelo acquired the marble for his statue of David. Then we will pass through La Spezia and its romantic gulf, the Gulf of Poets, until we reach Riomaggiore. We will visit Riomaggiore, the first village of the "Cinque Terre", and then move to the others by the typical local train, the fastest way through the mountains. Stop at Manarola and continue to Vernazza. Next, move to Monterosso, where our driver will be waiting for you for the return to Florence. The return is scheduled for 8:00 PM.
Meeting Point
Meeting point: Florence, Metropolitan City of Florence, Italy · Tour start: Florence, Metropolitan City of Florence, Italy — Tour ends at the same location as the start point.