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The 10 Best Walking Tours in Monterosso al Mare, Liguria
The last of the five villages along the Cinque Terre strip, Monterosso al Mare is the most visited, largely because it has the only sizable sand beach and the biggest hotels. Though it can get very crowded with tourists during the peak summer months, Monterosso is still delightful. The old town area, separated from the more modern resort area by the Aurora tower, is home to the ruins of a medieval castle and San Francesco church, which houses an important Van Dyck painting of the crucifixion.
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1. E-bike ride and hiking in the National Park of Cinque Terre
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5.0 based on 1 reviews
Unusual combination of endorphins, dramatics panorama and local food is great mix of our tours. We love our job and we want to give you the best way to explore the Cinque Terre.
Inclusions: Use of bicycle, Helmets, tour guide
Exclusions: Lunch, Private transportation
Reviewed By mariavB4432EC
We spent half a day really amazing in Portofino Park. We were also with kids and we walked from the Vetta down to Punta Chiappa in 2 hours and a half very calmy and Francesco explained us all the vegetations. We visiited a nice and antique church and at last we had a gorgeous swim in Punta Chiappa : the sea was blue and marvellous It was really a beautiful trip thanks to Francesco! We recommend it Maria Volpe
2. Exclusive Private Shore Excursion to Cinque Terre from La Spezia port
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5.0 based on 1 reviews
Discover one of the most beautiful and favorite places in Italy with our private shore excursion. Explore the villages of Cinque Terre accompanied by our tour leader. Once you arrive at the port of La Spezia, our escort will be waiting for you at the cruise terminal. From there, you will make a 20-minute walk, between the small streets of La Spezia, to arrive at the train station from where you will begin this adventure. Visit Vernazza, one of the pearls that are part of Cinque Terre. This village is the one with the most picturesque views. During your excursion in Vernazza, you will enjoy some free time to discover the village. In Monterosso you will find different attractions besides restaurants and shops, without a doubt it is where you will find more variety of places to eat, besides having time to take a bath! In Riomaggiore, you can walk through its narrow streets where you will enjoy beautiful landscapes.
Inclusions: Meeting point at the port, Expert tour leader, Cinque Terre Card, daily pass to the trains that you will need to go from one village to another, Wifi in the train station of each village, Access to the bathrooms (except in La Spezia), Worry-free Shore Excursion Guarantee: guaranteed on-time return to your ship.
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Reviewed By J Adam K
Took the walking tour today with Safe as our guide. Wonderful experience. Safe spoke flawless English and his passion for Florence, art and history was addicting. We hope to do something similar in the future.
3. Private Cinque Terre Full Experience: Hiking, Villages, Including Wine and Lunch
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5.0 based on 1 reviews
A private tour that allows you to have a complete experience of the Cinque Terre combining hiking, visiting the villages and tasting local specialties. Accompanied by an expert and passionate local guide, you will hike on one of the best trails from which you will enjoy breathtaking views from the top. You will have a delicious lunch with local specialties and wine on a panoramic terrace in the quiet village of Corniglia. Following our insider's track, you will escape tourist crowds and visit the villages discovering their most authentic soul. After Manarola and Corniglia, Vernazza and Monterosso are waiting for you! - Travel at your own pace with no rush and strict schedule - Private guide at disposal, just for you - Perfect introduction for first-time visitors - Combine hiking, visiting the villages and tasting local specialties - The tour can be customized based on your interests and fitness level
Inclusions: Full day private guide, Lunch with local specialties, wine included, Hotel pick-up if centrally located in one of the Cinque Terre villages, Levanto or La Spezia
Exclusions: Train and bus tickets
Reviewed By caznewland
Genoa was such an interesting city, we enjoyed the old town, markets and our guide clearly knew the city well. The Pesto cooking class was a revelation, I've ordered my own pestle and mortar!!
4. Cinque Terre tour with limoncino tasting from La Spezia Port
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4.7 based on 6 reviews
Discover one of the most beautiful and popular places in Italy with this shore excursion. Explore the villages of Cinque Terre accompanied by our tour leader! The first stop will be Vernazza, one of the five pearls that are part of Cinque Terre. This village is the one with the most colorful views. The second stop will be Monterosso. In this small town, you will find different attractions besides restaurants and shops. One of the activities we have reserved for you is a Limoncino tasting. The last stop, before go back to La Spezia, will be Riomaggiore. Here you will have some free time to walk through the narrow streets of the town, where you will enjoy beautiful landscapes. Visit the fishing port and a panoramic terrace from where you will appreciate the particular construction of Riomaggiore and the Gulf of Cinque Terre. Let yourself be seduced by the beauty of the main villages of Cinque Terre enjoying this small group excursion for cruise passengers!
Inclusions: Expert multilingual escort , Cinque Terre Card,your daily pass to the trains that you will need to go from one village to another, Guaranteed on-time return to your ship
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Reviewed By J Adam K
Took the walking tour today with Safe as our guide. Wonderful experience. Safe spoke flawless English and his passion for Florence, art and history was addicting. We hope to do something similar in the future.
5. Cinque Terre Day Trip from Milan With Hotel Pickup
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4.4 based on 16 reviews
Discover the beautiful Cinque Terre! A UNESCO World Heritage site, Cinque Terre, meaning ‘five lands’ (Riomaggiore, Manarola, Corniglia, Vernazza and Monterosso) are five perilously perched villages strung along a short stretch of cliffs that face the Liguria Sea on one of Italy’s most scenic stretches of coastline.
Inclusions: Air-conditioned vehicle, Boat trip Monterosso to La Spezia, English speaking guide, Hotel pickup, The tour may be bilingual. Please check at reservation.
Exclusions: Gratuities, Food and drinks, unless specified, Hotel drop off
Reviewed By adcdiving
Como, the largest city in this region. Along the way we are regularly treated to beautiful views of small villages on the other side of the lake. The radiant sun makes it even more idyllic, but otherwise there is little to do in this region (at this time of year).
6. The pearls in the gulf of poets: Cinque Terre private tour
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4.3 based on 4 reviews
An authentic earthly paradise just around the corner. A place suspended in time, 5 villages hanging between sea and land, one of the most amazing and enchanting landscapes in the world, celebrated by such Romantic poets as Lord Byron and Shelley!
Inclusions: Pick up & drop off at your hotel, 10 hours chauffeur driven hire, Free time in the Cinque Terre National Park, Possibility of adding a scenic boat ride from Monterosso to Riomaggiore at an additional cost
Exclusions: Guided visit of Cinque Terre National Park, Entry tickets to churches or landmarks, Lunch, Train tickets
Reviewed By J Adam K
Took the walking tour today with Safe as our guide. Wonderful experience. Safe spoke flawless English and his passion for Florence, art and history was addicting. We hope to do something similar in the future.
7. Cinque Terre Day Trip with Transport from Florence
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4.0 based on 1,061 reviews
Spend an unforgettable day discovering the breathtaking Cinque Terre region on this must-do tour from Florence, with transport between villages included. 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.
Inclusions: Roundtrip journey by fully-fitted GT Coach, Expert multilingual escort, Free time in Riomaggiore, Manarola, Monterosso,Vernazza (the only village not included is Corniglia), Lunch (if option selected), Trains and boat in 5 Terre (not included in case you select the A/R escorted transfer option)
Exclusions: Hotel pickup and drop-off, Guided tour of the villages - Kinldy note that your tour leader will give explanations during the bus trip, while on each village you will be given free time for independent sightseeing, Food and drinks, unless specified, Trains and boat in 5 Terre are not included in case you select the A/R escorted transfer option
Reviewed By J Adam K
Took the walking tour today with Safe as our guide. Wonderful experience. Safe spoke flawless English and his passion for Florence, art and history was addicting. We hope to do something similar in the future.
8. Cinque Terre Day Trip from Milan
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4.0 based on 387 reviews
Discover Italy’s sublime Cinque Terre coastal region on a day trip from Milan. Renowned for its terraced landscapes and five cliffside villages – Monterosso al Mare, Vernazza, Corniglia, Manarola and Riomaggiore – the UNESCO-listed Cinque Terre is one of Italy's scenic gems. Head there in a comfortable coach and then ride a boat from Monterosso to La Spezia. Enjoy free time to explore and have lunch (own expense) before returning to Milan.
Inclusions: Professional guide, Air-conditioned vehicle, Boat trip from Monterosso to La Spezia, Train trip from Manarola to Monterosso, The tour may be bilingual. Please check at reservation.
Exclusions: Gratuities, Food and drinks, Hotel pickup and drop-off
Reviewed By adcdiving
Como, the largest city in this region. Along the way we are regularly treated to beautiful views of small villages on the other side of the lake. The radiant sun makes it even more idyllic, but otherwise there is little to do in this region (at this time of year).
9. Private tour of Cinque Terre from Levanto
Enjoy a private guided tour of Cinque Terre, one of the most dramatic coastal sceneries on the planet. Jump aboard the special "5 Terre Express" and get to see these five enchanting fishing villages. A truly unforgettable experience!
Inclusions: Private tour led by an expert guide
Exclusions: Food and drinks, Train ticket to visit Cinque Terre (your guide can help you buy it at Levanto train station)
Reviewed By BTTMumbai
If you want to see the main highlights of all the 5 Villages of the Cinque Terre in one day with a local guide who knows the terrain well, positively opt for this tour. During our time at La Spezia, we experienced the Cinque Terre by sea, road and train and found out that each mode of travel has its own charm and gives you a different perspective of the region. There is a special train that runs from La Spezia to the Cinque Terre which gives visitors the opportunity to access the towns very conveniently. Basically the train traverses 4 of the Cinque Terre more or less in the middle so access to all directions of the towns becomes relatively easier. It's only the town of Corniglia which is a little tricky because it's located on top of a cliff, so either you have to walk up hundreds of steps from the Railway Station to it [if you can manage, it's a nice experience and the vistas you see en route are great] or there's a small round trip shuttle bus to Corniglia from the Station. Our Tour was brilliantly conducted by experienced local guide Laura. She organised the day for us in a way where we could do the most within the timeframe that we had. We learnt of the history of the Cinque Terre and of each individual town, we were shown the best that each town had to offer in terms of sights, views, architecture, monuments, unusual aspects, unique produce, souvenirs, etc. We had time to take a lot of photographs, sample local food, pick up souvenirs, etc. Walking was at our own pace and Laura very enthusiastically answered all our questions. Lunch was at a popular restaurant which Laura recommended in Vernazza, one of the Cinque Terre's most photographed towns. When eating in the Cinque Terre I recommed trying the local anchovies. mussels and wine sourced from the multitude of Cinque Terre's vineyards. With Laura helping us order, every dish was delicious! Travelling by train, though it's very busy during tourist season, offers scenic views and convenience as the trains run with much frequency. One has to normally pay a fee to use Public Toilets at the Cinque Terre, however if you show your train ticket to the toilet attendants, in most cases, you are let in free, especially at the Railway Station toilets. I recommend leaving as early as possible for this Tour as there's much to do and also it's a way to avoid crowds that come in much later. This Tour offers a lot and the guides at Faberest as so knowledgable, that they try to ensure that you travel back to La Spezia satisfied that you've managed to experience the best of the Cinque Terre in a day. ~Felicia Variava Albert, Managing Director, Blaze Tours & Travels Pvt. Ltd., Mumbai, India
10. Classic Cinque Terre by train and boat
The landscape of the Cinque Terre is spectacular and being able to savor it on foot and by train is an indelible experience. The scents, the colors of nature capture the visitor who is kidnapped by this landscape made of cliffs, jagged coast, steep and impossible paths that cross the "vertical" vineyards on the hills that frame these colorful seaside villages rich in historical experiences and traditions. We will walk together discovering the ancient traditions, the wonderful views overlooking the sea, the most characteristic corners and local food. All elements that make a day unique in these enchanting places. This excursion can be customized according to your inclinations, we will discover the natural and man-made contexts that have characterized this coast for centuries, I will be able to recommend glimpses for your photos, the best places for your lunch, since after a walk together, you will have free time to dedicate to you.
Inclusions: Accompaniment in all villages by train, return boat trip
Exclusions: Extra transport tickets, train and boat excluded
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