Cinque Terre by Train with Portovenere by Boat from Florence

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Duration:13 hours to 14 hours (approx.)
Location: Florence, Tuscany

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Embark on an unforgettable journey along the enchanting Ligurian coast as you explore Cinque Terre and Portovenere, a picturesque slice of paradise that seems plucked from a dream. Explore three of the five picturesque seaside villages, each designated as a UNESCO World Heritage Site, and savor the breathtaking vistas of Portovenere: a place where the beauty of the natural world meets the charm of centuries-old villages, creating an experience that is nothing short of enchanting.

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1. Borgo Storico di Manarola
Free time in Manarola which is renowned for its dramatic cliffside location, with colorful houses perched on steep slopes overlooking the crystal-clear waters of the Ligurian Sea. The stunning views of the village against the backdrop of the Mediterranean make it a photographer's paradise.
2. Via dell'Amore
The name "Via dell'Amore" translates to the "Path of Love" in English, and the trail lives up to its romantic reputation. The path is lined with benches, love locks, and beautiful murals that add to its romantic ambiance.
3. Chiesa di San Lorenzo
Like much of Manarola, the Church of San Lorenzo benefits from a stunning coastal location. It offers breathtaking views of the village, the Ligurian Sea, and the surrounding cliffs, making it a popular spot for visitors to capture the beauty of Cinque Terre.
4. Santa Margherita di Antiochia Church
The church features a simple yet elegant architectural design typical of many Italian coastal churches. Its façade is characterized by a mix of white and black stone stripes, a common architectural feature in the region.
5. Castello Doria
The castle occupies a strategic position on a promontory overlooking the village and the Ligurian Sea. Its location allowed it to provide protection to the local population and control access to the harbor during times of threat.
6. Vernazza
Then you will move to Vernazza, a village overlooked by the remains of a Medieval castle with a cylindrical tower in which you can enjoy some free time.
7. Church of San Francesco - Capuchin Friars Monastery
If you wish to avoid the tourist places go up to this beautiful church that dominates the Cinque Terre and offers beautiful views. Just be prepared to climb as it is pretty uphill.
8. Borgo Antico
Monterosso is unique among the Cinque Terre villages because it's divided into two parts. The older, historic section, Monterosso Vecchio, is characterized by its ancient structures and fortified walls. The newer part, Monterosso al Mare, features more modern amenities and a lively beachfront promenade.
9. Spiaggia di Fegina
Enjoy some free time on the main beach in Monterosso. Fall in love with its crystalline water and weather permitting have a swim.
10. Il Gigante
Like the other villages in the Cinque Terre, Monterosso boasts a rich history that is reflected in its architecture. You can explore narrow medieval streets, ancient churches, and charming squares that transport you back in time.
11. Monumento a San Francesco d'Assisi
Located uphill close to a monastery you can admire a statue dedicated to San Francis of Assisi. This place will give you a unique panorama over the riviera. Just be prepared to climb some steps as the monument is uphill.
12. Oratorio della Confraternita dei Neri Mortis et Orationis
This Church is located in the historical center of Monterosso and has a beautiful baroque style facade
13. Portovenere
Free time. Portovenere, often referred to as the "sixth village" of the Cinque Terre, is a captivating coastal town located on the Italian Riviera. The Gulf of Poets, where Portovenere is situated, has long been a source of inspiration for poets and artists like Lord Byron
14. Le Scalinate - La Spezia
Here at the end of the day take our bus that will be waiting for you and go back to Florence

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Posted By : indhara_c
This was not a guided tour at all. The tour guide basically guided us to each village by train will give us about 1.5 hours to “explore” and that’s it. Not a single story about the village or what activities or iconic place to look for. When we bought the ticket, our tour included lunch. Well, the lunch was cancelled without prior notification and 20 euros per person refunded from $135 per person paid ticket. To finalize our trip, we were supposed to take an express train back to Florence and the train got “cancelled” which it didn’t because we asked the train operator and she confirmed that it didn’t. we were put in a train with 20 stops which took 2.5 hours back to Florence. They sure did made money out of us in this tour.
DO NOT BOOK THIS TOUR.
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Posted On : 2024-06-29 16:19:55

Posted By : Ingrid_A
Cinque Terre was beautiful. The tour guide Luca was very disappointing. He only dropped us off at each town and didn’t even bother to say anything about the history of each town. He didn’t recommend any places to eat, he kept changing the way we were getting from
One place to the next-very unprofessional.
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Posted On : 2024-06-27 03:13:20

Posted By : Loni_M
It was amazing! Luca our guide was lovely. You got some time on your own but had Luca there to take you to the next place.
The surprise for me was Porto Venere. If I spelt that correctly! So beautiful.
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Posted On : 2024-06-20 04:05:01

Posted By : Paul_O
Spectacular towns we visited, Manarola was especially interesting with the vistas.
Boat ride back to La Spezia was unbelievable seeing Cinque Terra from the water with the stop at Porto Venere.
Our guide Luca, was very informative educating us all through our tour, perfecto
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Posted On : 2024-06-15 06:51:46

Posted By : Saysay14141414141414
Luca our guide was wonderful!! He was very clear on where to meet and what time. He gave us a few historical facts about each area we traveled to but he gave us all the freedom to roam around on our own to explore. This was a great tour, with absolutely stunning views. We met at the train station at 6:30am, had enough time to get some coffee and breakfast before we boarded the train. The train ride is about 2 hours. Once we got to our first stop we had an hour or so to shop, eat and explore. We hopped back on the train for our 2nd stop and had more time to explore and walk around the town. The 3rd stop we chose to go for a swim. There are dressing rooms where you can change (don’t forget a towel). After our time was up to meet back up with our group we took a ferry ride which was so beautiful and relaxing. This tour is 100% worth it!! Luca was so nice, funny, friendly, and informative. Tour was well thought out, smooth and no hiccups along the way!
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Posted On : 2024-06-02 18:54:01

Posted By : Annette_L
Lucca was a fantastic guide for the day. He was very informative, friendly and kept our tour moving along in order to see everything. A fabulous day with beautiful villages to visit. We enjoyed the boat trips also. Would absolutely recommend this tour.
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Posted On : 2024-04-22 14:32:49

Posted By : Deirdre_T
The tour guide was very conscientious in making sure we got the most out of the trip since there were delays caused by work on the train lines. He tried to make sure that everyone was comfortable and enjoying the experience. We only got to visit two of the five towns but that meant we had more time in each town so could relax and see a little more of each. It is a long day with an amount of walking. I decided to make it somewhat easier on myself (I was near the end of my vacation and growing tired) and take a cab from the last ferry to the train and the guide was very accommodating in making that happen.
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Posted On : 2024-04-20 17:26:55

Posted By : Pamela_P
Luca was very knowledgeable and took great care to share that knowledge with us. Seeing the Carrara marble mountains and visiting some of the towns in Cinque Terre was amazing..
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Posted On : 2024-04-20 03:11:08

Posted By : Alicia_T
Overall, I am glad we visited. If we had more time to spend in each of the villages, we may have enjoyed it more. It was a fast paced-stop-and-visit, so while beautiful sceneries, it was a bit exhausting. Each of the Villages had a unique but similar feeling and the residents were most welcoming. I felt we saw some of the real Italians during this visit!
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Posted On : 2023-11-20 20:14:37

Posted By : Boston
Lunch in Monterrosa , fresh catch of the day, plenty time to explore around each town . Nice scenery, well coordinated
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Posted On : 2023-09-18 05:01:08