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Cinque Terre and Pisa Day Trip from Florence with Boat Ride

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Florence, Italy
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12 hours (approx.)
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Offered in: English
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Overview

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 (Admission Ticket Not Included) 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
  • Gratuities
  • The train ticket is included only if sea conditions do not allow the boat tour
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Meeting Location

Meeting point

Via dei Vagellai
22, 50122 Firenze FI, Italy

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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.
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3 hours Admission Ticket Free

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.
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45 minutes Admission Ticket Free

Porto Di Manarola

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.
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30 minutes Admission Ticket Included

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.
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2 hours Admission Ticket Free

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.
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2 minutes Admission Ticket Free

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)
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30 minutes Admission Ticket Free

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.
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45 minutes Admission Ticket Free

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.
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2 minutes Admission Ticket Free

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Additional Info

  • Confirmation is instant and will be received at time of booking
  • Public transportation options are available nearby
  • We regret to inform that this tour is not suitable for guests with wheelchairs or with impaired mobility
  • 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.
  • Please note that lunch is not included.

Frequently Asked Questions (8)

Q: Will I get seasick on Cinque Terre and Pisa Day Trip from Florence with Boat Ride?

A: If you have any doubts about becoming seasick on the water, we recommend taking a Dramamine® Motion Sickness Relief tablet the night before your trip. Some people recommend taking it the night before your cruise and then again that morning so you will not feel so drowsy. Read more Feb 2023

Cancellation Policy

You can cancel up to 24 hours in advance of the tour for a full refund.

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What's Included

Activity name

  • 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 National Park visit with Manarola, Vernazza and Ligurian Riviera views
  • Cinque Terre day trip from Florence with professional English-speaking tour guide.
  • Gratuities
  • The train ticket is included only if sea conditions do not allow the boat tour

Additional Info

Activity name

  • Confirmation is instant and will be received at time of booking
  • Public transportation options are available nearby
  • We regret to inform that this tour is not suitable for guests with wheelchairs or with impaired mobility
  • Suitable for all physical fitness levels
  • Specialized infant seats are available
  • 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.
  • Please note that lunch is not included.
  • Guests are required to be at the meeting point 15 minutes prior to the scheduled departure time as tours will start at the exact scheduled time. No delays are tolerated and will not entitle any refund, not even a partial one.
  • Please read carefully If your tour is scheduled to take place on or after March 1, 2027, the new meeting point will be: Towns of Italy - Tourist Hub & Cooking School - Florence Largo Pietro Annigoni, 9A - 50122 Florence
  • This tour/activity will have a maximum of 30 travelers

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