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Explore the Cinque Terre on a private tour with a friendly guide and be among the first travelers to walk along the Via dell’Amore, recently reopened to the public. Walk from Riomaggiore to Manarola along this breathtaking path. Enjoy wonderful views of the bright Ligurian Sea as you make your way to Manarola. Then continue your visit through three charming towns, traveling by train and ferry (subject to weather conditions). Your guide will handle all schedules and navigation, so you can simply relax and immerse yourself in the Ligurian lifestyle. You'll also have free time to explore on your own and enjoy lunch at a nice spot (at your own expense).
- Walk along the just-reopened path of the Via dell’Amore (Lovers' Path) with breathtaking views of the coast and plenty of photo ops
- Explore Italy’s Ligurian coast of Cinque Terre on a private tour
- Travel by train, boat, and on foot, and see the beauty of the region
- Learn about the region’s history and culture with a local guide
What's Included
Meeting and pickup
Itinerary
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If you are coming on a cruise: your friendly local guide will meet you at the cruise terminal in La Spezia. Together with your guide, you will go from the cruise terminal to the train station (walking or by taxi - price of taxi not included). Together with your guide, you will take a short train ride of about 10 minutes and you will reach Riomaggiore, the first town (the train ticket is included).
35 minutes • Admission ticket included -
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If you are staying in a hotel in La Spezia (or arriving from another city): you will meet your private guide directly at the train station La Spezia Centrale. Together with your guide, you will take a short train ride of about 10 minutes and you will reach Riomaggiore, the first town (the train ticket is included).
10 minutes • Admission ticket included -
3
Together with your private guide you will explore the lovely town of Riomaggiore, you will enjoy view from its stunning cliffside views and of the romantic harbor.
45 minutes • Admission ticket free -
4
You will enter and walk along the Via dell'Amore, also known as the Lovers' Way, a breathtaking paved cliffside trail that connects the towns of Riomaggiore and Manarola. Walking here offers an enchanting and unique perspective of the coastline and the deep, bright Ligurian Sea, while immersing yourself in the scent of Mediterranean vegetation. The walk is easy and suitable for everyone.
30 minutes • Admission ticket included -
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At the end of the Lover's way, you will arrive in Manarola where your guide will show you around this charming little town. You will then continue the walking tour of the Cinque Terre towns. You will move from town to town by train and by ferry boat (subect to weather conditions), giving you the opportunity to admire the beautiful coastline also from the sea.
1 hour • Admission ticket free -
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Your guide will take you to the spots with the best views, making sure you will not miss out on anything that is worthwhile.
20 minutes • Admission ticket free -
7Vernazza
Together with your private guide you will reach and explore the lovely town of Vernazza. Here you may stop for lunch in one of the nice restaurants near the little port of the village (the price of lunch is not included but your guide will be happy to give you suggestions).
1 hour 30 minutes • Admission ticket free -
8Monterosso al Mare
Together with your private guide you will explore the lovely town of Monterosso. Please note that depending on the schedule of your cruise and how much time you wish to spend visiting each one, it is not always possible to visit all the towns.
1 hour 30 minutes • Admission ticket free -
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At the end of your private tour of the Cinque Terre towns, your guide will take you back by train to La Spezia and from there you will reach the port on time to board your cruise (from station to port you may walk or take a taxi - price of taxi is not included).
35 minutes • Admission ticket included
Additional info
- Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller
- Service animals allowed
- Public transportation options are available nearby
- Not recommended for travelers with spinal injuries
- Not recommended for travelers with poor cardiovascular health
- Travelers should have at least a moderate level of physical fitness
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Additional info
- Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller
- Service animals allowed
- Public transportation options are available nearby
- Not recommended for travelers with spinal injuries
- Not recommended for travelers with poor cardiovascular health
- Travelers should have at least a moderate level of physical fitness
- Significant amount of walking required
- Not suitable for people with mobility limitatations
- Comfortable walking shoes, sunscreen and a hat recommended
- The boat transfer is subject to weather conditions; if the weather is bad, the transfer will be done by train instead (with no price change or refund)
- This is a private tour/activity. Only your group will participate
- This tour is departing from the city of La Spezia. If your cruise is docking in other cities/ports (e.g. Livorno, Porto Venere, Marina di Carrara, etc.) it will be your responsibility to reach the meeting point in La Spezia (port or train station)
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Cancellation Policy
For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.
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Cancellation Policy
- For a full refund, you must cancel at least 24 hours before the experience’s start time.
- If you cancel less than 24 hours before the experience’s start time, the amount you paid will not be refunded.
- Any changes made less than 24 hours before the experience’s start time will not be accepted.
- This experience requires good weather. If it’s canceled due to poor weather, you’ll be offered a different date or a full refund.
You can cancel up to 24 hours in advance of the experience for a full refund.
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