Full Day Excursion to Cinque Terre National Park with Optional Street Food Lunch
About This Tour
Discover the beauty of Cinque Terre on a full-day journey from Florence to one of Italy’s most iconic coastal landscapes. Travel by coach to La Spezia, then exp...
Duration: 13 Hours · Tour type: Shared · Activity level: Moderate · Accommodation: Not included · Transport: Not included · Wheelchair access: No · Cities: La Spezia, Florence, Cinque Terre · Languages: English
Know before you go: HIGH SEASON (From April 1st until October 31st): this tour is always available in English and Spanish. Other languages are confirmed as follows:; FRENCH: Wednesday, Sunday - min 2 pax; PORTUGUESE: Monday - min 2 pax; ITALIAN: Saturday - min 2 pax; Not wheelchair accessible; Kindly note that the bus will drop you off in the first village of the Cinque Terre National Park. Then you will move from one village to the other by train and boat. You will meet again your bus by the end of the day to make your way back to Florence.; Not suitable for pets; Not recommended for people with back problems; Not recommended for people with heart conditions; Kindly note that the Cinque Terre A/R Escorted Transfer option does not include train and boat tickets. At the beginning of the day, you will be dropped off at Manarola, the first village of the 5 Terre, and you will have free time for the whole day in the Cinque Terre National Park. You will meet again your bus at La Spezia Centrale in the afternoon. This option only includes a roundtrip transportation by GT coach to the Cinque Terre and back as well as live commentary during the bus trip.; Please note that the boat ride will be available from April 1st until October 31st; PLEASE NOTE: Starting from March 1st, 2026, lunch will be served as a light lunch, featuring local street food.; Please show up 20 minutes before the tour departure; Shared tour with other participants
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What's Included
- Roundtrip journey by fully-fitted GT Coach
- Expert multilingual escort
- Free time in the villages of Riomaggiore, Manarola, Monterosso, Vernazza (the only Cinque Terre village not included in the itinerary is Corniglia)
- Access to Cinque Terre National Park - if you select the options that include this service
- Day Pass for Local Trains (Cinque Terre Card) - if you select the options that include this service
- Scenic Ferry Ride from Monterosso to Vernazza - if you select the options that include this service
Not Included
- Hotel pickup and drop-off
- Guided tour of the villages - Kinldy note that your tour leader will give explanations during the bus trip, while on each village you will be given free time for independent sightseeing
- Gratuities
- Food and drinks, unless specified
- Trains and boat in 5 Terre are not included in case you select the A/R escorted transfer option
Itinerary
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1Day 01
Florence - Piazzale Montelungo Make the most of your time in Cinque Terre... Meet your tour guide at Piazzale Montelungo Bus Terminal early in the morning. Piazzale Montelungo is located 5-10 minutes walking distance from Santa Maria Novella train station. Find your seat on the comfortable coach bus, sit and relax, and prepare to depart for your journey to the nearby coastline! The drive to Cinque Terre will take about two hours. Throughout the drive, your guide will entertain you with plenty of interesting information about the famous views and villages on the way, as well as Cinque Terre and what to expect upon arrival. If you have any questions, your guide will be there to assist you. La Spezia Centrale Train Station After about two hours, you will arrive in La Spezia, the closest city to Cinque Terre. Here, your bus driver will drop off the group at the train station. Your guide will lead the group through the small train station, and your group will get on the first train to Manarola. The train takes about ten minutes, and then you will arrive in the stunning coastal town! Manarola Village Manarola is an ancient fishing village famous for its brightly colored homes and pristine white wine! Enjoy marvelous views of its sparkling blue sea, the impeccable homes stacked upon each other, and the green grapevines towering in the distance. Your guide will happily point out the best viewpoints for photos (Manarola is very famous on Instagram, its views are incomparable!). You will have about an hour of free time to explore this picturesque town as you please. Monterosso al Mare Village The train ride to Monterosso will take about ten minutes. When you arrive, your guide will give plenty of recommendations for how you can spend your time in Monterosso. This historic fishing town is most famous for its wide, white sand beaches with crystal-clear water. Spend some time exploring the ancient town and indulging in some pesto pasta or delicious seafood for lunch. Then, find a spot on the pristine coastline to relax under the sun, take a dip in the incredible sea, and take some memorable photos! You will have plenty of free time in Monterosso to relax and to feel the marine breeze on your skin. Vernazza Village From Monterosso, you will enjoy a 10 minutes boat ride to head to the nearby town of Vernazza. The boat ride will take place only if weather/sea conditions will be considered safe by local organizers and will give you the opportunity to admire the fishing villages from another perspective! Admiring the Cinque Terre hills reflecting on the crystal clear waters of the Ligurian sea will be an experience you will not forget! You will have about 1 hour of free time in this lovely waterfront town. Make your way to the small, picturesque harbor, also called "the Pearl of Cinque Terre." If you are lucky, you will witness the local fisherman arriving back from their morning fishing in small blue boats. Enjoy the characteristic (and famous) views of Vernazza's emerald water and colorful homes. Spend some time strolling through the ancient streets smelling of fresh focaccia and pesto. If you need any recommendations, your tour leader will be happy to help! Riomaggiore Village Meet your tour leader at the train station to reach Riomaggiore, where you will be welcomed by more brightly colored homes stacked on striking cliffs. Enjoy about an hour of free time to explore the beachy alleyways, purchase any last-minute artisanal souvenirs, and admire the lovely views. When it is time to depart, you will see the sun starting to settle and what seems like gold flakes over the sea, as small boats pull into the port after their days at sea. Florence - Piazzale Montelungo Relax on the comfortable, air conditioned bus after your incredible day of exploration and beauty. You will arrive back in Florence in the early evening.
Meeting Point
Meeting point: Florence, IT · Tour start: Florence, IT — Tour ends at the same location as the start point.
