Cinque Terre Day Trip from Florence with Boat Ride
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Is Cinque Terre Day Trip from Florence with Boat Ride worth booking?
Cinque Terre Day Trip from Florence with Boat Ride is a 12-hour experience in Florence, Italy, from $156 per person. It scores 82 out of 100 on the Outty Ranking, which we label “Exceptional”, based on a 4.8/5 rating across 251 reviews. Cancellation is free up to 24 hours before the start time. Same-day spots are currently showing.
- Outty Ranking
- 82 / 100
- Rating
- 4.8/5 (251)
- Duration
- 12 hours
- From
- $156 per person
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. Trave
What you get
About this experience
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
Included
- Light panoramic hiking route through Manarola’s seaside vineyards
- Admission fees
- In-vehicle air conditioning
- 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
Not included
- Gratuities
- The train ticket is included only if sea conditions do not allow the boat tour
What you'll see and do
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.
180 minutes here
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 here
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.
30 minutes here · Admission 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.
120 minutes here
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 here
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 here · Admission not included
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 here
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 here
Where it starts and ends
Meeting point
Florence
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.
Hotel pickup
No pickup: everyone meets at the start point.
Ends at
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.
Options you can book
Private Day Trip from Florence to Cinque Terre
Private Cinque Terre & Pisa: Duration: 12 hours | A Journey through Cinque Terre & Pisa – Up to 8 Guests
Cinque Terre Premium Tour
Cinque Terre - Minivan(20 pax): Premium Cinque Terre day trip from Florence with Manarola, Vernazza, vineyard hike, boat or train transfer, and Pisa stop Premium Cinque Terre Tour: Premium Cinque Terre and Pisa tour with English-speaking tour escort, smaller-group setup and upgraded vehicle comfort Duration: 12 hours: 12-hour Cinque Terre day trip from Florence with Manarola, Vernazza, Ligurian Riviera, Pisa and roundtrip transport Meals Not Included: Enjoy free time in Vernazza to taste Ligurian food, focaccia, seafood, pesto or gelato. Florence Cinque Terre & Pisa: Travel from Florence to Manarola, continue to Vernazza by boat or train, stop in Pisa, then return to Florence. AC Minivan with WiFi: Roundtrip transport by 8-seater air-conditioned vehicle with onboard Wi-Fi, according to the selected Premium Tour option Boat or Train to Vernazza: Scenic boat ride to Vernazza, weather and sea conditions permitting. If unavailable, travel by train between the villages.
Cinque Terre Small Group
Cinque Terre -Minibus (20 pax): Cinque Terre day trip from Florence with Manarola, Vernazza, light vineyard hike, scenic boat ride or train transfer, & Pisa Small-Group Cinque Terre: Small-group Cinque Terre and Pisa day trip with professional English-speaking tour escort and air-conditioned minibus transpo Duration: 12 hours: Full-day Cinque Terre tour from Florence with Manarola, Vernazza, Ligurian Riviera, Pisa and roundtrip transportation Meals Not Included: Enjoy free time in Vernazza to taste Ligurian specialties, focaccia, seafood, pesto or gelato at your own expense. Florence, Cinque Terre & Pisa: Travel to Manarola, enjoy Cinque Terre villages, boat or train to Vernazza, continue to Pisa before returning to Florence Air-Conditioned Minibus: Roundtrip transportation by comfortable 20-seater air-conditioned minibus, with WIFI on board, for the Small Group option. Boat Ride or Train Transfer: Scenic boat ride to Vernazza, weather and sea conditions permitting. Otherwise travel by train between the villages
Cinque Terre Classic Tour
Cinque Terre by Coach (30 pax): Cinque Terre day trip from Florence with Manarola, Vernazza, light vineyard hike, scenic boat ride or train transfer, & Pisa Classic Cinque Terre Tour: Cinque Terre and Pisa day trip with professional English-speaking tour escort and air-conditioned coach transport Duration: 12 hours: Full-day Cinque Terre tour from Florence with Manarola, Vernazza, Ligurian Riviera, Pisa and roundtrip transportation Meals Not Included: Enjoy free time in Vernazza to taste Ligurian specialties, local focaccia, seafood, pesto or gelato at your own expense Florence, Cinque Terre & Pisa: Travel from Florence to Manarola, enjoy Cinque Terre villages, boat or train to Vernazza, then continue to Pisa before return Air-Conditioned Coach: Roundtrip transportation by comfortable 30-seater air-conditioned coach, with WIFI on board, for the Classic Tour option Boat Ride or Train Transfer: Scenic boat ride to Vernazza, weather & sea conditions permitting. Otherwise travel by train between the villages
Before you book
- Cancellation
- For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.
- Languages
- en
- Ticket
- Mobile Only
- Runs on
- Every day
- Group size
- Up to 8 travelers per booking
- Operated by
- Towns of Italy
Know before you go
- 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.
- 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.
- We regret to inform that this tour is not suitable for guests with wheelchairs or with impaired mobility
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What travelers are saying
Outty’s summary of the themes that recur across 253 traveler reviews. Written by us, not quoted from reviewers.
The guide
9 mentionsTravelers single out the guide as the reason the experience works.
Knowledge and storytelling
6 mentionsReviewers describe the commentary as informative rather than scripted.
Photo opportunities
2 mentionsThe views and photo stops come up again and again.
Small groups
2 mentionsThe group size is repeatedly described as intimate rather than packed.
Traveler reviews
253 verified traveler reviews for Cinque Terre Day Trip from Florence with Boat Ride. Ratings and reviews provided by Viator and Tripadvisor.
Give it a go!
I had a wonderful time and discovered parts of Italy I didn't know existed! Our guide Francesco also shared a lot of interesting facts about italian culture and this region in particular, he took great care of us. I was solo traveling and this tour allowed me to wander at my pace while also covering different activities / sites on the same day. I totally recommend it :)
via Tripadvisor
Wonderful Day Trip!
Franchesco was very friendly and informative. We easily found our small group at the meeting point. From there we had a lovely air conditioned ride to Cinque Terra in a van. The views were truly breathtaking. We finished our trip with a walk up the leaning tower of Pisa which not to be missed. We had a wonderful day trip. Thank you, Franchesco!
via Tripadvisor
Day with Tania
Very knowledgeable tour guide. Super nice, were with great people on the tour as well. Beautiful water scenes, scenic views.
via Tripadvisor
Enjoyed our day with a small group tour.
Our driver and tour guide Tania was very knowledgeable and pleasant to spend a 10 hour day with. Highly recommend taking this tour!
via Tripadvisor
Amazing Experience!
Beautiful Excursion! Our tour guide, Federico, was amazing; very knowledgeable, went above and beyond to make sure our experience was memorable. We were very pleased, and we are glad we decided to do this tour, everything was just as promised and scheduled; a wonderful experience for couples and families. We highly recommend this tour. You should bring comfortable shoes. Also just a side note: we brought our swimsuit and decided to take a little swim in the Ligurian Sea.
via Tripadvisor
Good to know
- Duration
- 12 hours
- Free cancellation
- Up to 24h before
- Minimum age to book
- All ages
- Availability
- Bookable today
- Runs on
- Every day
- Price range
- $156 to $1163
- Hotel pickup
- No pickup, meet at start point
- Booked in 30 days
- 88
- Verdict
- Exceptional
Why this scores 82
The Outty Ranking is a weighted composite. Here is how this experience performed on each component.
Cinque Terre Day Trip from Florence with Boat Ride: questions travelers ask
Practical detail on this experience, plus the wider planning questions for Florence.
How much does Cinque Terre Day Trip from Florence with Boat Ride cost?
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Prices start at $156 per person. The final price depends on the date, the time slot and the number of travelers, and peak weekends in Florence usually price higher than midweek mornings. Live pricing and remaining availability are confirmed on the booking screen before you pay.
How long does Cinque Terre Day Trip from Florence with Boat Ride take?
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Plan for about 12 hours from start to finish, not counting travel to the meeting point. Most travelers leave another 30 minutes on either side so the rest of the day in Florence is not rushed.
Is Cinque Terre Day Trip from Florence with Boat Ride worth it?
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It holds an Outty Ranking of 82 out of 100, which we label "Exceptional". That score blends traveler sentiment (4.8/5 across 251 reviews), the depth of that review evidence, recent booking momentum, value for money against comparable last minute in Florence, and how flexible the cancellation terms are.
Can I cancel or reschedule Cinque Terre Day Trip from Florence with Boat Ride?
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Yes. Cancel free up to 24 hours before the start time for a full refund. Inside that window the booking is non-refundable, and no-shows are not refunded.
Is Cinque Terre Day Trip from Florence with Boat Ride suitable for kids and families?
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Yes, all ages are welcome. Families should still weigh the 12-hour running time, and strollers are easier on the earlier, quieter departures.
How far in advance should I book Cinque Terre Day Trip from Florence with Boat Ride?
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Around 88 people booked this in the last 30 days, so popular slots go early. Two to three weeks ahead is comfortable in shoulder season, while summer weekends and holidays in Florence can sell out a month out. Same-day spots do open up when other travelers cancel, so it is worth checking if you are already in town.
What should I bring or wear?
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Bring photo ID, your booking confirmation on your phone, a refillable water bottle and comfortable shoes. Dress for the weather in Florence and add a light layer if any part of the 12-hour experience runs outdoors or after sunset.
Where does Cinque Terre Day Trip from Florence with Boat Ride start and how do I get there?
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The exact meeting point and directions are on your voucher once you book, and they sit in central Florence within reach of public transport. Arrive 15 minutes early: late arrivals are treated as no-shows by most operators.
What are the best things to do in Florence?
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On Outty we rank every Florence experience on the same 0 to 100 scale, and alongside this one the highest scorers right now include The Best tour in Florence: Renaissance & Medici Tales - guided by a STORYTELLER, Florence Pizza or Pasta Class & Gelato Making at a Tuscan Farm, Small group Tuscan Wineries, Olive Oil & Gourmet Lunch or Dinner. The city page groups everything into most popular, highest reviewed, last minute and family-friendly so you can build a day around what actually delivers.
When is the best time to visit Florence?
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Booking patterns follow the same curve: prices and queues climb in peak weeks, while shoulder season gives you better availability on the top-ranked experiences and more room to change plans.
How many days do you need in Florence?
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Three full days covers the headline sights without sprinting. A workable rhythm is one anchor experience each morning, such as this one, an unhurried afternoon in a single neighborhood, then a food or nightlife booking in the evening. Five days lets you add a day trip outside the city.
Do I book through Outty or through the operator?
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