Cinque Terre discovery - Day tour from Florence with seafood lunch

DURATION

Approx. 12 hours

PERIOD

Year round

LANGUAGE

English

People on this tour: min 1 - max 8

About 100 miles northwest of Florence lies a ruggedly beautiful region where UNESCO-listed medieval towns perch on dramatic seaside cliffs. This tour lets you take in the area’s highlights, including the centuries-old villages and breathtaking landscapes of the Cinque Terre National Park.  Accompanying you will be an expert, English-speaking guide, whose knowledge will deepen your appreciation of these remarkable destinations.

What We Love About This Tour:

• An early morning greeter helps you get on your way for this enchanting full day excursion

• Visiting the architectural gems of the Cinque Terre—including churches, castles and homes in the towns of Vernazza and Manarola that date to the 14th century

• The peaceful charm of exploring by train, boat and on foot, in hamlets that aren’t accessible by car

There is nothing better than the VIP Cinque Terre Discovery & Vineyards Escapes to explore a real Italian coastal paradise with the exclusivity of a small-group tour. This is the most complete experience and the only one-day tour to Cinque Terre that will allow you to discover the beauty of the villages while breathing the true relaxed essence of this paradise.

You’ll begin your journey in Florence where you’ll meet your professional English speaking driver/tour leader. You will board a comfortable minivan and reach the North West Riviera, your guide will introduce you to this spectacular corner of Italy, famous for its panorama, its wine, its food, beautiful sea and hiking opportunities.

The exploration day will include the visit of some of the most beautiful villages and landscapes of Cinque Terre National Park (a world-heritage protected by UNESCO since 1997) which are Riomaggiore, Manarola, Corniglia, Vernazza and Monterosso, the villages clinging to a remote stretch of the Riviera coastline. Enjoy the most astonishing views either from land and sea, as we stroll along the national park by boat, train, and walking/hiking on the fabulous trails on the cliff (including famous Via dell’Amore - see notes -) in a perfect mix for a memorable experience. 

A delicious full lunch with wine in a typical restaurant on the sea is included, thus you will be able to enjoy incredible fresh seafood cooked the Ligurian way, accompanied by some great white wines typical of this region. An amazing boat ride (weather and sea conditions permitting) will be an additional memorable perspective on the Riviera, to take back home with you the most incredible pictures of this day. You will have the chance to admire the astonishing coastal panorama from a high vantage point, with a very light hike on an almost levelled trail through seaside vineyards, with almost no one else except your small group walking on it. Finally, you will learn about the unique peculiarities of grape harvesting (that often include incredible steep mono-rails through the vineyards) and wine production of this region. Get the best out of a day out, join this small group adventure!

What’s Included:

• Round-trip transportation from Florence by comfortable A/C Minivan

• Expert English speaking Tour Leader 

• Guided tour of Cinque Terre tour

• Cinque Terre card train tickets

• Boat ride along the Riviera (weather and sea conditions permitting)

• Lunch (with seafood) and Wine, in a local restaurant

• Light hiking through seaside vineyards 

Not Included:

• Gratuities

Important to Know:

• Please note that due to current Coronavirus, the Italian Government's directives and safety policies, all customers will be required to bring and wear it’s own mask during the entire visit. Temperature checks will also take place at tour venues; if your temperature is above 37.5°C you will unfortunately not be able to attend the tour.

• Please be sure to arrive at the tour departure point 20 minutes before the starting time. Guests arriving after departure cannot be accommodated, and missed tours or tickets will not be refunded.

• Unfortunately, wheelchairs and strollers cannot be accommodated on this tour.

• The Via Dell'Amore is temporarily closed to the public due to a mud slide that has made it inaccessible.
  

• The actual itinerary inside the Cinque Terre National Park may slightly vary depending on weather and trail conditions. The tour quality will always be preserved.

• Please inform us of any food intolerance or allergy in advance.

• Boats do not operate in bad weather conditions and when sea is rough. On these occasions transfers between towns will be by local coastal train or by minivan. 

• This tour runs rain or shine.

Important to Bring: 

• Good walking shoes. The tour includes both hillside paths and stairs.

• A hat, sunscreen, and bottled water. Many parts of the itinerary are not shaded.

Terms and conditions: 

• You can cancel or modify your tour date and time up to 96 hours before arrival/ departure free of charge. If your tour modification is of greater value, you are subject to the price increase. 

• Any cancellations made within 96 hours and no-shows are non-refundable.

• Children under the age of 18 must be accompanied by at least 1 adult to join a tour or an activity.