Scent of the Sea: Cinque Terre Park Full Day Trip from Florence

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Duration:12 hours 30 minutes (approx.)
Location: Florence, Tuscany

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Spend an unforgettable day discovering the breathtaking Cinque Terre National Park on this must-do tour from Florence, with transport between villages included (if option selected). Explore the picturesque fishing villages of the UNESCO-listed area by coach, boat and train with a Tour Leader, and fall in love with the distinctive atmosphere and architecture of each town. From Riomaggiore’s cobbled streets to Monterosso’s stunning beaches, the Cinque Terre is a scenic treasure and this tour offers a picture-perfect snapshot of old-world Italy.
An unmissable excursion where pastel colored houses, blue cobalt sea, and panoramic views are your travel companions.

WHAT'S INCLUDED

✓ Expert Multilingual Tour Leader
✓ Free time in Riomaggiore, Manarola, Monterosso, Vernazza
✓ Roundtrip journey by fully-fitted GT Coach with Free Wifi on board
✓ Local transportation by boat/trains in Cinque Terre (not included in the semi independent option)
✓ Typical Local Lunch with traditional recipes (if option selected)

✗ Hotel pickup and drop-off
✗ Tour leader will give explanations during the bus trip, while in the village you will have free time
✗ Food and drinks, unless option is selected
✗ Local transportation by boat/trains in Cinque Terre in case you select the semi independent option
✗ Corniglia's Village is not Included in the Itinerary

WHAT TO EXPECT

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Make the most of your time in Cinque Terre... Meet your tour guide at Piazzale Montelungo Bus Terminal early in the morning. Piazzale Montelungo is located 5-10 minutes walking distance from Santa Maria Novella train station. Find your seat on the comfortable coach bus, sit and relax, and prepare to depart for your journey to the nearby coastline! The drive to Cinque Terre will take about two hours. Throughout the drive, your guide will entertain you with plenty of interesting information about the famous views and villages on the way, as well as Cinque Terre and what to expect upon arrival. If you have any questions, your guide will be there to assist you.
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After about two hours, you will arrive in La Spezia, the closest city to Cinque Terre. Here, your bus driver will drop off the group at the train station. Your guide will lead the group through the small train station, and your group will get on the first train to Manarola. The train takes about ten minutes, and then you will arrive in the stunning coastal town!
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Manarola is an ancient fishing village famous for its brightly colored homes and pristine white wine! Enjoy marvelous views of its sparkling blue sea, the impeccable homes stacked upon each other, and the green grapevines towering in the distance. Your guide will happily point out the best viewpoints for photos (Manarola is very famous on Instagram, its views are incomparable!). You will have about an hour of free time to explore this picturesque town as you please.
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The train ride to Monterosso will take about ten minutes. When you arrive, your guide will give plenty of recommendations for how you can spend your time in Monterosso. This historic fishing town is most famous for its wide, white sand beaches with crystal-clear water. Spend some time exploring the ancient town and indulging in some pesto pasta or delicious seafood for lunch. Then, find a spot on the pristine coastline to relax under the sun, take a dip in the incredible sea, and take some memorable photos! You will have plenty of free time in Monterosso to relax and to feel the marine breeze on your skin.
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From Monterosso, you will enjoy a 10 minutes boat ride to head to the nearby town of Vernazza. The boat ride will take place only if weather/sea conditions will be considered safe by local organizers and will give you the opportunity to admire the fishing villages from another perspective! Admiring the Cinque Terre hills reflecting on the crystal clear waters of the Ligurian sea will be an experience you will not forget! You will have about 1 hour of free time in this lovely waterfront town. Make your way to the small, picturesque harbor, also called "the Pearl of Cinque Terre." If you are lucky, you will witness the local fisherman arriving back from their morning fishing in small blue boats. Enjoy the characteristic (and famous) views of Vernazza's emerald water and colorful homes. Spend some time strolling through the ancient streets smelling of fresh focaccia and pesto. If you need any recommendations, your tour leader will be happy to help!
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Meet your tour leader at the train station to reach Riomaggiore, where you will be welcomed by more brightly colored homes stacked on striking cliffs. Enjoy about an hour of free time to explore the beachy alleyways, purchase any last-minute artisanal souvenirs, and admire the lovely views. When it is time to depart, you will see the sun starting to settle and what seems like gold flakes over the sea, as small boats pull into the port after their days at sea.
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Your train back to La Spezia will take less than ten minutes. Follow your guide back to the bus, where you will depart for Florence.
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Relax on the comfortable, air conditioned bus after your incredible day of exploration and beauty. You will arrive back in Florence in the early evening.

ADDITIONAL INFO

• Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller
• 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
• Travelers should have at least a moderate level of physical fitness
• Kindly note that the bus will drop you off in La Spezia or Levanto. Then you will move from one village to the other by train and boat. You will meet again your bus by the end of the day to make your way back to Florence.
• Kindly note that the Cinque Terre Semi Independent option does not include train and boat tickets. At the beginning of the day, you will be dropped off at La Spezia or Levanto, and you will have free time for the whole day in the Cinque Terre National Park. You will meet again your bus at La Spezia Centrale or Levanto in the afternoon. This option only includes a roundtrip transportation by GT coach to the Cinque Terre and back as well as live commentary during the bus trip.
• Please note that the boat ride will be available from April 1st until October 31st
• In the case of bad weather or rough sea, the boat will not operate. In this case, the boat will be replaced by a train route
• Please note that the given order of the visits may change in case of exceptional events as train strikes or road closures and disruptions
• HIGH SEASON (From April 1st until October 31st): this tour is always available in English and Spanish. Other languages are confirmed as follows: FRENCH: Wednesday, Sunday - min 2 pax PORTUGUESE: Monday - min 2 pax ITALIAN: Saturday - min 2 pax

CANCELLATION POLICY

Posted By : Lilach_c
Meeting point was not clear. Had to walk through tunnels and streets just to find them. I tried to contact the guide with no luck. They left without us I was so disappointed.
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Posted On : 2024-07-05 16:24:52

Posted By : liane_g
Lisa and Gabrielle were wonderful-attentive, fun and on the ball! For all those windy roads, Luca, our driver was safe and careful. Highly recommend-but request Lisa, Gabrielle and Luca!
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Posted On : 2024-07-05 16:04:33

Posted By : gagan_bhargava12
Great trip and special mention of Roberto..he was really good and made sure the entire group had a great time ..It's a full day excursion and we had a great time visiting these places .
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Posted On : 2024-07-05 12:52:40

Posted By : Safari18124886349
Roberto was the best guide. He explained everything we needed to know and was very patient with a large group. The trains were delayed and he maintained order despite difficult conditions. Francesco was our bus driver and he was also the best for us and drove exceptionally well. I would recommend both of these gentleman any day. They made our trip very pleasant and took time to make sure we were always aware when we needed to move. I would highly recommend scent of the sea to any one who would like to get away from the tourist trap city life. We are glad we did this excursion.
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Posted On : 2024-07-05 11:14:23

Posted By : RLHeflin
Had an amazing time with the tour. Roberto and Francesco were awesome! Roberto was very knowledgeable and allowed us to have a bit of freedom but also kept us on time so we did not have to worry about being late to our meet up points. Cinque Terre was also one of our favorite places in Italy in general. I highly recommend using this tour agency!
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Posted On : 2024-07-05 11:10:36

Posted By : driannaw2024
views were great, tour was helpful especially with transportation- made it easy to get between different towns and get to see everything
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Posted On : 2024-07-05 11:07:39

Posted By : 505lianeg
This was a special family day trip for my parents 67th Wedding Anniversay. Our two guides, Lisa and Gabrielle were fun, attentive and informative. They were so pleasant and friendly and kept good track of everyone. They pointed out points of interest, food, drinks, gelato and photo ops to make sure no one missed anything. We highly recommend this trip and if you can get Gabrielle and Lisa, with Luca as your bus driver, then all the better. Luca, was a master bus chauffeur and a very careful driver. Excellent trip, thank you Gabrielle, Lisa and Luca!
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Posted On : 2024-07-04 16:32:18

Posted By : K3093IHkatherinel
Gabriele, Lisa and Luca were great safely guided us through our trip of cinque terre. They were very informative and attentive
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Posted On : 2024-07-04 13:32:27

Posted By : johnhG1569LW
Lisa, Gabrielle, and Luca were excellent leaders and driver during this visit. I would absolutely recommend them if you are visiting Cinque Terre! You won’t be disappointed!
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Posted On : 2024-07-04 13:27:40

Posted By : D6228IZryanj
Gabrielle , Lisa and Luca were quite accommodating and knowledgeable. Communication was a breeze and instructions were crystal clear. Highly recommend
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Posted On : 2024-07-04 13:25:27