Private Boat Tour Cinque Terre at Sunset: All Five Villages

See all five villages from the water instead of hiking between them

A two-hour private boat tour departing from Riomaggiore takes you past all five Cinque Terre villages (Riomaggiore, Manarola, Corniglia, Vernazzo, and Monterosso) along the UNESCO-protected coastline, with a snorkeling stop at Guvano Beach and a local guide in English or Italian. Snorkeling gear is provided. Food and drinks are available for purchase.

Step-by-step itinerary

Private boat tour at sunset

• Depart from Riomaggiore marina
• Cruise along Cinque Terre coastline
• View five villages from the sea
• Admire pastel houses and cliffs
• Stop for snorkeling at Guvano Beach
• Relax and explore marine life

The experience

Two hours on the water covers what would take most of a day on foot. The boat leaves Riomaggiore marina and runs the length of the Cinque Terre Marine Protected Area, passing the pastel villages stacked on the cliffs and the hidden coves between them. You see all five settlements from the sea (a perspective the hiking trails don't offer), and the boat is yours alone, so there's no jostling for space or waiting for a group to move.

Halfway through, the boat stops at Guvano Beach for snorkeling. The water here is clear enough to see the marine life that thrives in the protected zone, and snorkeling gear comes with the tour. You can stay in the water as long as you want or simply float and watch the cliffs rise above you. The beach itself is only reachable by sea or a steep unmarked path, so this is the easiest way to reach it.

A local guide travels with you and speaks English or Italian, pointing out the villages, the terraced vineyards that climb the hillsides, and the geology of the rock formations. The tour runs at sunset, so the light shifts as you move along the coast. Focaccia and olives are sold on board if you want something to eat, but they're not included in the price.

What’s included

• Navigation through the Cinque Terre Marine Protected Area.
• snorkeling equipment at Guvano Beach.
• a local guide in English or Italian.
• private boat for your group.

Before you book

Days and timesThursday to SaturdayDepartures at 11:00 and 16:00

Book up toStart time

GroupUp to 6

Live guideEnglish and Italian

Meeting point and pickupNo hotel pickup: you go to the meeting point. Ends back at the starting point.

Cancellation and refundsFree cancellation up to 24 h before the start. After that, no refund.It may be canceled due to bad weather. If that happens, you're offered another date or a refund.

Prices and times updated 2 days ago

Good to know

Low physical effort

Operated by CURIOSEETY

Is this one for you?Book this tour if you're staying in Riomaggiore or another village and don't have a car. The boat leaves from the marina in town, so there's no transport to arrange beyond getting to the waterfront.

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Top questions

What languages is the tour guided in?

Live guide in English and Italian.

What happens if it rains?

It may be canceled due to bad weather. If that happens, you're offered another date or a refund. Free cancellation up to 24 h before the start.

Can I snorkel if I've never done it before?

Snorkeling equipment is provided and the stop at Guvano Beach is suitable for all physical fitness levels, so beginners are welcome. The guide can show you how to use the gear before you enter the water.

What are the five villages I'll see on this tour?

The boat passes Riomaggiore, where you depart; Manarola; Corniglia; Vernazzo; and Monterosso. Each one sits on the cliffs with its own character, and seeing them all from the sea shows how they're connected by the coastline.

Do I need to arrange my own way to the boat in Riomaggiore?

Yes, transportation to Riomaggiore marina is not included, so you'll need to get there on your own: by train, car, or on foot if you're staying in one of the villages.

What time does the sunset tour depart?

The tour runs for two hours at sunset, though the exact departure time shifts with the season. Check with the operator for the specific time on your date.