
Cinque Terre Portovenere Private Tour for Cruise Ship Guests
Traveler rating
5.0/5
Based on 3 traveler reviews. Ratings and reviews provided by Viator and Tripadvisor.
Quick answer
Is Cinque Terre Portovenere Private Tour for Cruise Ship Guests worth booking?
Cinque Terre Portovenere Private Tour for Cruise Ship Guests is a 7-hour experience in La Spezia, Italy, from $2300 per person. It scores 45 out of 100 on the Outty Ranking, which we label “Worth a Look”, based on a 5/5 rating across 3 reviews. This booking is non-refundable, so pick your date carefully. Same-day spots are currently showing.
- Outty Ranking
- 45 / 100
- Rating
- 5/5 (3)
- Duration
- 7 hours
- From
- $2300 per person
In an intimate and private way you will have a boat all to yourself, where you can relax and enjoy a unique view of a UNESCO World Heritage site in 7 hours and if you are lucky when we stop for a swim you could even spot
What you get
- Prosecco, water, coke, juice and Ligurian Focaccia
- The tour is max for 6 people
- Boat, Fuel, Insurance, Skipper.
About this experience
In an intimate and private way you will have a boat all to yourself, where you can relax and enjoy a unique view of a UNESCO World Heritage site in 7 hours and if you are lucky when we stop for a swim you could even spot dolphins in the crystal clear waters of Ligurian Sea which is part of the "Sanctuary of the Cetaceans". You will know the history of the Gulf of Poets, the Palmaria's Island, Portovenere, an ancient fishing village so loved by the English poet Lord Byron, and the small villages of the Cinque Terre, five picturesque villages with colorful houses, suspended on the hills by terraced vineyards near the sea. You will have time to swim, take pictures and relax between sea and music and learn so much local history. We will be back on time to your cruise ship.
What's included
Included
- Prosecco, water, coke, juice and Ligurian Focaccia
- The tour is max for 6 people
- Boat, Fuel, Insurance, Skipper.
Not included
- Extra stops
- Lunch
- Water taxi to disembark in Vernazza
- For safety reasons on board we welcome children aged 8 and up
What you'll see and do
Parco Nazionale Cinque Terre
Enjoy a private boat cruise from La Spezia along the coast of Portovenere and Cinque Terre. Take in stunning view of the amazing fishing villages. Choose and travel comfortably on a boat just for you, semi-cabin to change, equipped with toilet, shower and comfortable seating in the shade, an intimate 7-hour tour on a typical Italian boat. The tour max for 6 people leaves at 9.30 am La Spezia. We will sail with our boat in the Gulf of Poets, you will disembark and visit Portovenere, and back on board we will sail towards the Cinque Terre. Take many beautiful photos, listen to stories, culture of the Ligurian coast. Listen to music and sip drinks. Stop at a beautiful spot for snorkeling and swimming in picturesque coves in the crystal-clear and disembark in Vernazza, where you will have time to visit it and have lunch in some typical local restaurant. After lunch, return on board with continued navigation to La Spezia where it will land.
Pass by without stopping
Where it starts and ends
Meeting point
La Spezia
The small port in front the restaurant La Marina di Antonio
Meeting point
La Spezia
Departure at 9.30am from the Molo Italia of La Spezia, near the Cruise Terminal.
Hotel pickup
No pickup: everyone meets at the start point.
Ends at
The small port in front the restaurant La Marina di Antonio
Ends at
Departure at 9.30am from the Molo Italia of La Spezia, near the Cruise Terminal.
Before you book
- Cancellation
- All sales are final. No refund is available for cancellations.
- Languages
- en, it
- Ticket
- Mobile Only
- Runs on
- Every day
- Group size
- Up to 15 travelers per booking
- Operated by
- Hellocinqueterre Boat Tour
Know before you go
- Public transportation options are available nearby
- Infants are required to sit on an adult’s lap
- Not recommended for travelers with spinal injuries
- Not recommended for travelers with poor cardiovascular health
- Suitable for all physical fitness levels
- Pets are not allowed on board.
- Punctuality request. Any delays will be deducted from the time indicated on the tour. Delays of more than 10/15 minutes will not be accepted. The tour will start and no refund will be provided.
- It is advisable to bring a swimsuit, beach towel, masks or goggles and sun cream that are not provided on board for hygiene reasons.
- It is not allowed to bring alcoholic drinks or food on board.
- The tour will be confirmed or canceled, with total reimbursement, based on the sea-weather conditions 12/24 hours before.
- The exit is canceled only in case of adverse weather and sea conditions, not if it is simply cloudy. in case of cloudiness it comes out anyway
- Physical agility requests for boarding and disembarking operations
- In case you suffer from seasickness and need to disembark in advance, the tour will not be refunded, but paid for the full amount
- No suitcase on board
- The tour is max for 6 people
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Good to know
- Duration
- 7 hours
- Free cancellation
- Non-refundable
- Minimum age to book
- All ages
- Availability
- Bookable today
- Runs on
- Every day
- Hotel pickup
- No pickup, meet at start point
- Booked in 30 days
- 1
- Verdict
- Worth a Look
Who runs this experience
Operated by Hellocinqueterre Boat Tour, who run 5 experiences we rank across 2 cities, with an average Outty Ranking of 53.4.
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Cinque Terre Portovenere Private Tour for Cruise Ship Guests: questions travelers ask
Practical detail on this experience, plus the wider planning questions for La Spezia.
How much does Cinque Terre Portovenere Private Tour for Cruise Ship Guests cost?
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Prices start at $2300 per person. The final price depends on the date, the time slot and the number of travelers, and peak weekends in La Spezia 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 Portovenere Private Tour for Cruise Ship Guests take?
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Plan for about 7 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 La Spezia is not rushed.
Is Cinque Terre Portovenere Private Tour for Cruise Ship Guests worth it?
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It holds an Outty Ranking of 45 out of 100, which we label "Worth a Look". That score blends traveler sentiment (5/5 across 3 reviews), the depth of that review evidence, recent booking momentum, value for money against comparable culture & history in La Spezia, and how flexible the cancellation terms are.
Can I cancel or reschedule Cinque Terre Portovenere Private Tour for Cruise Ship Guests?
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No. This experience is sold on a non-refundable basis, so only book a date you are confident about. Similar experiences in the city do offer free cancellation if flexibility matters more than price.
Is Cinque Terre Portovenere Private Tour for Cruise Ship Guests suitable for kids and families?
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Yes, all ages are welcome. Families should still weigh the 7-hour running time, and strollers are easier on the earlier, quieter departures.
How far in advance should I book Cinque Terre Portovenere Private Tour for Cruise Ship Guests?
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Around 1 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 La Spezia 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 La Spezia and add a light layer if any part of the 7-hour experience runs outdoors or after sunset.
Where does Cinque Terre Portovenere Private Tour for Cruise Ship Guests 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 La Spezia 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 La Spezia?
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On Outty we rank every La Spezia experience on the same 0 to 100 scale, and alongside this one the highest scorers right now include La Spezia: Taste Cinque Terre on a Food Tour by Do Eat Better, Portovenere & Three Islands Small Group Boat Tour from La Spezia, Boat Tours 5 Terre. 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 La Spezia?
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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 La Spezia?
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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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Outty ranks and explains the experiences, then hands you to Viator to complete the booking with the operator directly. The price is the same as booking on Viator yourself, and Outty earns an affiliate commission on the referral, which is how the rankings stay free to read.
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