Cinque Terre Day Trip from Florence with Boat Ride

4.8
(240 reviews)
Florence, Italy

12 hours (approximately)
Offered in: English

Cinque Terre Day Trip from Florence with Pisa: discover two of Italy’s most iconic destinations in one full-day tour, combining the colorful seaside villages of Cinque Terre with Pisa’s world-famous Leaning Tower.

Travel from Florence by air-conditioned coach, minibus or minivan according to your selected option, with a professional English-speaking tour escort. Explore the UNESCO-listed Cinque Terre National Park, visit Manarola and Vernazza, enjoy free time in the villages and take in dramatic cliffs, terraced vineyards and Ligurian Riviera views.

Walk through Manarola’s seaside vineyards on a light panoramic hiking route, then travel by scenic boat to Vernazza, weather and sea conditions permitting. If the boat is not available, travel by train instead.

End the day in Pisa with free time in Piazza dei Miracoli to admire the Leaning Tower, Cathedral and Baptistery from the outside before returning to Florence.

What's Included

Light panoramic hiking route through Manarola’s seaside vineyards
Cinque Terre National Park tickets
Roundtrip transportation by coach, minibus or minivan, with WI-FI on board, according to selected option
Scenic boat ride to Vernazza, weather permitting, or train transfer if boat is unavailable
Cinque Terre day trip from Florence with professional English-speaking tour escort
Cinque Terre National Park visit with Manarola, Vernazza and Ligurian Riviera views
Gratuities
The train ticket is included only if sea conditions do not allow the boat tour

Meeting and pickup

Meeting point
Via dei Vagellai, 22

Via dei Vagellai, 22 red, corner with Piazza Mentana (opposite to the Arno River) Please be at the meeting point 15 minutes before the scheduled departure time.

End point
This activity ends back at the meeting point.

Itinerary

Duration: 12 hours (approximately)
  • 1
    Florence

    Depart from Florence by air-conditioned coach, minibus or minivan according to your selected option and travel toward Manarola, one of the most iconic villages in Cinque Terre. Relax on board during the scenic journey through Tuscany and Liguria before reaching the Italian Riviera coastline.

    3 hours Admission ticket free
  • 2
    Manarola scenic viewpoint

    Enjoy a light hiking experience through Manarola’s seaside vineyards, surrounded by terraced hills, Mediterranean views and the UNESCO-listed Cinque Terre landscape. Walk along scenic paths with panoramic views over the Italian Riviera and the Ligurian coastline.

    45 minutes Admission ticket free
  • 3

    Travel by scenic boat from Manarola to Vernazza along the Cinque Terre Riviera, weather and sea conditions permitting. Admire colorful seaside villages, dramatic cliffs, terraced vineyards and panoramic Ligurian coastline views from the water before reaching Vernazza. If the boat ride is not available, travel by train between the villages.

    30 minutes Admission ticket included
  • 4
    Vernazza

    Explore Vernazza, one of the most beautiful villages in Cinque Terre, known for its small harbor, colorful houses, sea-view piazza and scenic coastal atmosphere. Enjoy free time for photos, local shops, focaccia, gelato or a walk by the waterfront.

    2 hours Admission ticket free
  • 5
    Pisa

    Travel from Vernazza to Pisa after your Cinque Terre day trip, crossing the Ligurian Riviera and the Tuscan countryside by air-conditioned coach, minibus or minivan according to your selected option. Relax on board before reaching Pisa and Piazza dei Miracoli.

    2 minutes Admission ticket free
  • 6
    Piazza dei Miracoli

    Stop in Pisa for free time in Piazza dei Miracoli, one of Tuscany’s most famous landmarks. Admire the Leaning Tower of Pisa from the outside, take photos and explore the square before returning to Florence. (Tickets to the Tower not included)

    30 minutes Admission ticket not included
  • 7
    Manarola

    Visit Manarola, one of the most iconic Cinque Terre villages, famous for colorful houses, sea views, terraced vineyards and dramatic Ligurian coastline. Enjoy free time to explore the village, take photos and admire the UNESCO-listed Cinque Terre landscape.

    45 minutes Admission ticket free
  • 8
    Florence

    Travel back from Pisa to Florence by air-conditioned coach, minibus or minivan according to your selected option. Relax on board after your Cinque Terre day trip, scenic boat ride, Vernazza free time and Pisa stop before ending the tour back in Florence.

    2 minutes Admission ticket free

Additional info

  • Public transportation options are available nearby
  • Specialized infant seats are available
  • Suitable for all physical fitness levels
  • 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.
  • Boats do not operate in bad weather conditions and when the sea is rough. On these occasions transfers between towns is by local coastal train or by minivan.
  • We suggest good walking shoes (no flip-flops!) as well as hat and sunscreen.
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Day Trips
Hiking Tours
Nature and Wildlife Tours
Full-day Tours
Bus Tours
Private and Luxury
Walking Tours
Water Tours
Nature Walks
Excellent Quality
Low Supplier Cancellation Rate
Low Last Minute Supplier Cancellation Rate
Short term availability

Cancellation Policy

For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.

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