Cinque Terre Day Trip
Description
Embraced by the Ligurian Sea, the five villages radiate vibrant colors and incredible allure. Immerse yourself in this Cinque Terre day excursion that promises to captivate your heart.
Excursion Overview
The journey begins early as we board a bus en route to Liguria, unveiling a stunning panorama: Cinque Terre, a charming ensemble of five towns beautifully situated on cliffs, enveloped by lush vineyards and verdant hills.
Our first stop is Manarola, recognized as the oldest village in Cinque Terre, home to fishermen and winemakers. Next, we will board a train to Riomaggiore, a quaint 18th-century settlement with a population of just 1,500.
From Riomaggiore, we will embark on a boat journey to Monterosso, another gem of this stunning coastal region. Here, we will dedicate two hours to discovering its picturesque streets and enjoying the largest beaches available. You’ll have a chance to grab a meal and relax before continuing our adventure by train to Vernazza, a charming fishing village nestled around a spectacular natural harbor.
To conclude the day, we’ll take a train to La Spezia, where our coach will await to transport us back to Montecatini.
Lunch Break in Monterosso
During our time in Monterosso, there will be an opportunity for lunch, where you can either explore a local restaurant at your leisure or opt for a prearranged meal when making your booking. The meal features a seafood salad, pasta tossed with pesto, and a dessert, with water or wine provided. Should you prefer a vegetarian alternative, please specify this in your reservation notes.
Self-Guided Tour of Cinque Terre
If you wish to explore Cinque Terre at your own rhythm, we offer a self-guided option. With this choice, you'll travel to Manarola via bus and then have the freedom to explore the area at your leisure for the entire day. Note that this option does not include transport between towns.
In this scenario, the guide will provide details on the pickup location in La Spezia for the return journey to Montecatini.
Key Information
- During this day excursion, we will not access the famous Via dell’Amore, the picturesque trail along the Cinque Terre coastline, as it is closed until 2023. Nevertheless, you will still be able to savor the breathtaking beauty of the Italian coastline!
- The boat tours operate only from November 1 to March 31 and are weather permitting. Should the boat not be available, the itinerary will be adjusted to travel by bus and train.
What's included
- Coach transport with air conditioning.
- Multilingual escort.
- Boat ticket (option depending).
- Train ticket (option depending). Food (optional).
Cancellation policy
Cancellazione gratuita fino a 48 ore prima (local time)
Accessibility
Not wheelchair accessible.
Important information
Please head to the meeting point 15 minutes before the tour begins. The bus will be waiting for you at Piazzale Italia (51016 Montecatini Terme PT. Italia).
It's important that you give us a current, correct telephone number. If your mobile phone does not work in Italy, please give us the telephone number of your accommodation.
Important Info
- On this day trip, we will not see the famous Via dell’Amore, passing through the Cinque Terre coast, as the trail is closed until 2023. Despite this, you'll still be able to fully appreciate the beauty of the Italian coast!
- The boat tour is only operational from November 1 to March 31 and is subject to weather conditions. If it is not available, the itinerary will take place by bus and train.
- If you have booked the self-guided tour of Cinque Terre, you should ask the guide on the bus where the meeting point is for the return trip to Montecatini in the afternoon. Pickup is usually in La Spezia. You'll need to make your own way there.
- On the day of the day trip, we recommend bringing: a towel, a bathing suit, sunglasses, and sunscreen.
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