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Florence to Cinque Terre & Pisa: Day Trip with Train★ 4.69 (1,486) · 12h 15m
Top ratedMonterosso: Cinque Terre Boat Tour & Swimming in Secluded Bays★ 4.92 (1,426) · from € 119
Best valueMonterosso: Cinque Terre Sunset Cruise & Aperitif★ 4.91 (399) · from € 119Recommended (7)
Monterosso al Mare: Kayak & Snorkel Cinque Terre with Local Guide★ 4.84 (373) · 2h€ 75View ›
Monterosso al Mare: Horseback Ride Cinque Terre Coast Views★ 4.87 (182) · 1h 40m€ 80View ›
Cinque Terre: Sunset Boat Tour & Swim from Monterosso★ 4.81 (181) · 2h 30m€ 118View ›
Cinque Terre from La Spezia: Private Boat & Train Tour★ 4.83 (178) · 6h 30m€ 410View ›
Riomaggiore: Pasta & Tiramisu Cooking Class in Local Home★ 4.84 (167) · 3h€ 159View ›
Monterosso: Cinque Terre Sunset Boat Tour & Swim★ 4.97 (166) · 2h–3h€ 110View ›
Cinque Terre: Boat Tour with Aperitif, Swimming & Coast Views★ 4.79 (161) · 2h 30m€ 100View ›Top rated (5)
Cinque Terre: Private Trek, Vineyards & Local Stories TourYou’ll follow vineyard trails above Riomaggiore with a local guide who knows every bend and story along the way. Expect hands-on herb quizzes, chats with farmers, lunch in Manarola, and time by the sea in Monterosso. This private Cinque Terre trek isn’t about rushing — it’s about feeling what life here is really like.
Monterosso to Vernazzo: Kayak Tour Cinque Terre CliffsYou paddle a sit-on-top kayak from Monterosso's beach toward Vernazzo, passing ancient village terraces and sea caves with a local certified guide. The tour includes your kayak, life jacket, waterproof bag, and a wetsuit shirt, plus access to showers and changing cabins at the start and finish. You swim once in Vernazzo, then return to Monterosso in the late morning or early afternoon.Is it for me?Book this if you want to see Cinque Terre from the water without arranging your own boat or guide — the certified instructor and included gear mean you show up and paddle, and the small group size keeps the pace manageable for non-experts.
Vernazza: Pesto Class & Cinque Terre Wine Tasting CellarYou’ll crush basil by hand in a Vernazza cellar, taste three Cinque Terre wines with focaccia and cheese, then eat your own pesto gnocchi right from the mortar. Friendly local guides share stories as you snack and sip — finishing off with limoncino and chocolate that lingers long after you leave.
Monterosso al Mare: Cinque Terre Boat Tour & Swim StopsYou board a traditional wooden boat in Monterosso and sail the Cinque Terre coast with a crew that actually lives here, stopping to swim and snorkel in two hidden spots. The tour includes snorkeling gear, towels, and a light Italian aperitivo with local products, all served on ceramic plates to keep plastic off the boat. Groups stay under 12 people, and departures happen daily at 11:30am, weather permitting.Is it for me?Book this if you want to see Cinque Terre from the water without renting your own boat or joining a large group — the small size and local crew are what make the hidden coves and the unhurried pace possible in a single day.
Monterosso Kayak Tour: Cinque Terre Caves & Vernazzo PaddleYou paddle from Monterosso toward Vernazzo over three hours (or 2.5 at sunset), exploring sea caves and grottos with a local kayak guide. All equipment—kayak, paddle, lifejacket—is included, as is a changing cabin and gear storage. Groups cap at eight people. Choose morning in low season for fewer boats, or sunset with wine and snacks in a cove. You'll need to swim and book with at least two others (minimum group of three applies).Is it for me?Book this if you want to see Cinque Terre's caves and coastline from the water without arranging your own boat or guide—the small group size and local instructor mean you get access to spots the bigger tour boats skip, and the fixed departure times take the planning off your hands.
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Cinque Terre: Walking & Train Day Tour with Local FoodYou’ll walk ancient paths above Cinque Terre’s colorful villages, ride trains along dramatic cliffs, taste local food (anchovies or pesto if you want), and share stories with your guide. Expect laughter over mispronounced names and quiet moments watching boats drift below—this day is for savoring Liguria’s flavors at your own pace.
Cinque Terre Boat Tour: Monterosso to Riomaggiore with AperitifYou’ll feel the Ligurian breeze as you sail from Monterosso along Cinque Terre’s coastline, stopping to swim at Guvano Bay and sip prosecco on deck. With a local skipper guiding you through Vernazza, Corniglia, Manarola, and Riomaggiore, every village brings its own story—and you might find yourself wishing the sun would slow down just a little.
Cinque Terre Sunset Boat Tour: Swim, Aperitif & Hybrid YachtYou’ll glide along Cinque Terre’s coastline at sunset on a quiet hybrid boat with a local guide sharing stories as you pass Monterosso, Vernazza, Manarola and Riomaggiore. Swim or snorkel in clear waters near hidden beaches, enjoy Italian aperitifs and drinks on board, and soak up golden hour light you’ll remember long after you’re home.
