About this tour
A 12-hour journey from Florence that combines the UNESCO-listed Cinque Terre villages with a Pisa stopover. Travel by ferry from La Spezia along the Ligurian coast, exploring the clifftop settlements of Manarola, Vernazzo and Monterosso al Mare. An experienced guide leads you through narrow streets lined with pastel buildings, whilst lunch pairs traditional seafood and focaccia with local Cinque Terre wines grown on vertiginous terraced slopes.
Highlights
- Ferry journey revealing Cinque Terre's dramatic coastal architecture
- Three villages: Manarola, Vernazzo, Monterosso al Mare explored
- Multi-course seafood lunch with Ligurian wine pairing
- Pisa's Leaning Tower visited en route
- National Park Day Pass included for full access
- Private transport throughout the 12-hour itinerary
What to expect
Depart Florence early with your guide and travel by private transport to La Spezia. Board the ferry for the coastal crossing, watching terraced vineyards cling to impossible cliff faces as you approach the villages. Spend several hours wandering Cinque Terre's labyrinthine alleys, ducking under archways and discovering piazzas overlooking the sea. Lunch at a local restaurant showcases regional seafood, homemade pasta with pesto, and crispy focaccia—all washed down with mineral-forward white wines unique to the area. You'll have time to explore each village at your own pace. The return journey includes a stop in Pisa to see the famous tilting tower before heading back to Florence.
Good to know
Moderate fitness required for steep village streets and irregular terrain. Ferry services revert to train travel if weather prevents sailing. Notify guides of dietary needs ahead. Children must have adult supervision at all times. Gratuities not included. Public transport alternatives exist nearby if needed.
Tour sold and operated by Viator via Viator. Descriptions on this page are original Global Hobo summaries written by our team — not copied from the operator. Prices and availability are confirmed at checkout.