Visit all 5 villages of the colorful Cinque Terre National Park on this guided day trip from Florence. Choose to take a rewarding hike from Corniglia to Vernazza through coastal vineyards.
About this activity
- Free cancellation
- Cancel up to 24 hours in advance for a full refund
- Reserve now & pay later
- Keep your travel plans flexible — book your spot and pay nothing today.
- Covid-19 precautions
- Special health and safety measures are in place. Check your activity voucher once you book for full details.
- Duration 13 hours
- Check availability to see starting times.
- Live tour guide
- English
Experience
Starting location:
Firenze S. M. Novella
Bus / coach
(2 hours)
La Spezia
Train
(30 minutes)
Manarola
Free time, Walk
Train
(5 minutes)
Corniglia
Free time, Walk
Corniglia
Lunch
Corniglia
Hiking
Train
(5 minutes)
Vernazza
Free time
Monterosso al Mare
Walk
Ferry
(20 minutes)
Riomaggiore
Free time
Train
(5 minutes)
La Spezia
Bus / coach
(2 hours)
Arrive back at:
Firenze S. M. Novella
For reference only. Itineraries are subject to change.
- Discover the colorful villages that make up the Cinque Terre
- Marvel at the houses built on steep cliffs overlooking the Ligurian Sea
- Take a refreshing swim in the sea or explore local boutiques
- Enjoy a boat ride along the coast and take pictures of the stunning coastline
Get a taste of 'la dolce vita' on this jam-packed tour to the Cinque Terre, a collection of quintessential Italian towns dotted along the coast of Tuscany.
After meeting your guide in central Florence, listen to an insightful introduction about the Cinque Terre on the 2-hour bus journey to La Spezia. After a quick bathroom break, board the first train of the day. Arrive in Manarola, the first of the Cinque Terre villages you will visit. Here you will join a small guided walk through the vines, and then enjoy some free time to explore at your own pace. Next, take the train to Corniglia.
Climb the steps to reach the center of the quaint village and wander around. Then, choose to either go on a guided hike to Vernazza, or if you prefer to take it easy, follow your guide and take a train instead. Once in Vernazza, sit at one of the local cafés, or take a dip in the sea.
Next, board a train to Monterosso, the village renowned for its beautiful beaches and artisan shops. If the weather allows it, you will then board a boat to navigate along the coast of the Cinque Terre.
Arrive in Riomaggiore, an ancient fishing village and the most southern of the 5 villages. After exploring this last village, board the train back to La Spezia and then take the coach back to Florence.
- Return transportation by bus or minivan from Florence
- Knowledgeable and engaging expert guide
- Entry ticket to Cinque Terre National Park
- Boat ride (April to October only, weather permitting)
- Train tickets
- Free time in Manarola, Corniglia, Vernazza, Monterosso, and Riomaggiore
- Guided hike from Corniglia to Vernazza (if option selected)
- Hotel pickup and drop-off
- Food and drinks
- Tips
- Children under 8 years
- People with mobility impairments
- Wheelchair users
Select participants and date
Participants
Date
• Meet in front of the Santa Maria Novella train station by the taxi stand, which is located right across the street from the McDonald's outside of the station
Open in Google Maps ⟶What to bring
- Comfortable shoes
- Hat
- Swimwear
- Towel
- Sunscreen
- Water
- Closed-toe shoes
Not allowed
- High-heeled shoes
- Sandals or flip flops
- Open-toed shoes
Know before you go
- The itinerary may change due to the closure of paths, bad weather, or unforeseen events
- If you would like to stay in Cinque Terre after the tour ends, or depart from Florence by train after the tour, you are welcome to bring your luggage with you
- It is recommended to book any rail travel from Florence after 9:30 PM, to allow time for any traffic delays on your return journey
- From November 1 to March 31, the boat service is not available and will be replaced with transportation by train
- In case of bad weather the boat ride will not be available. In this case, it will be replaced with transportation by train