What to do and see in Vernazza, Liguria: The Best Tours

July 19, 2021 Leonardo Torrence

With Cinque Terre’s only proper harbor, Vernazza has a long history as a fishing village. While there is a small beach, sightseeing is more common in this astoundingly beautiful cliffside town. Highlights include the 16th-century Belforte Tower (which offers incredible views of the area), the 11th-century Doria Castle and the 14th-century Santa Margherita d'Antiochia church. It involves a steep hike, but the shrine at Nostra Signora Di Reggio (Our Lady of Reggio) is well worth it.
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1. Small Group Tour: Cinque Terre with the Leaning Tower of Pisa

Piazza Adua, 50123 Firenze FI, Italy Tuscan Safari
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Visit the historic towns of Manarola, Vernazza, and Riomaggiore with its terraced slopes, pastel squares, and numerous viewing points Reach Vernazza by boat and explore its harbor area and beach Make a stop, on the way back, in Pisa, visit the historical "Square of the Miracles" with the famous Leaning Tower, the Baptistery, Cathedral and Camposanto.

Inclusions: Drinks, Train tickets

Exclusions: Lunch, boat tickets

Reviewed By Lisa M

The day was good however a couple of constructive feedback points for you 1) when I first looked at the trip the meeting point was at the end of the road the hotel was on, however your e-ticket and website made us go to the main bus station 20 mins tram ride away and the tour guide commented as I hadn’t checked in a Julian’s Bar, as everyone else had. 2) the second point is to do with the final leg of the trip in Siena, when it was pouring with rain and we were about to head back to the bus and the tour guides boss had come up with another great idea for the small cost of €3 everyone could get the trenino back to the bus, half the clients didn’t want to do this and we were made to stand in the rain getting wet whilst the main tour guide waited for the trenino to arrive before the walkers were allowed to set off on foot back to the bus. Had I not stepped up and asked for the walkers to be allowed to walk with a guide without waiting, we would of been soaked!

2. Cinque Terre Private Day Trip from Genoa with Local English Speaking Driver

Guided Tours of Genoa
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At the first village you will stop, it seems to go back in time! Riomaggiore, where your driver drops you off, is a gem, with its alleys, its castle and the typical colored houses overlooking the small harbor of the seaside village. After some leisure time to spend in this picturesque village, take the boat or train (your own epenses) to reach Manarola, another wonderful village. Here your driver will pick you up to drive you to Vernazza, probably the most charming of the Cinque Terre. Here you will have lunch in one of the typical restaurants. After lunch, you will take the route to Monterosso (by boat or train at your expenses) and enjoy a pleasant walk along the waterfront. at the end of your visit in this wonderful village, you will go back to Genoa with your dirver Please note that it's not possible to move by car between the villages, ths is why the route shoud be made by trains or boats.

Inclusions: Private transportation, Air-conditioned vehicle, Private English speaking driver

Exclusions: Boat or train ride approximately € 4.00 to € 13.00 per person

Reviewed By Z1564SZmichaels

Our tour guide was amazing! We highly recommend her for anyone doing tours in Genoa. Very informative and answered all our questions.

3. Cinque Terre hiking tour from La Spezia train station

La Spezia Centrale, Piazzale Medaglie d'Oro, 19122 La Spezia SP, Italy Ciao Florence Tours and Travels
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After you meet your tour leader at La Spezia train station, you will take the first train that will take you to the small town of Manarola from where it will begin with your intrepid trekking experience. Get ready and explore the ancient trails of this mountain passing through the vineyards perched on the rock. Consider that the maximum height is 1000 ft and the climb is very steep. When you reach the top of the mountain and begin the descent towards Corniglia, you will be able to appreciate the charm of this little village that is more than 100 meters high at sea level!. After lunch, you will go to the train station to head towards our next destination, Vernazza. This village has best preserved the aspect of a marine town, the perfect place to relax while you admire the wonderful landscape. We are sure you will love it! Finally, and before going back to La Spezia, we will go to Riomaggiore where you will have some free time to walk through its narrow streets and enjoy beautiful places

Inclusions: Expert multilingual tour leader, 3 hours of trekking from Manarola to Corniglia, Cinque Terre Card, for the use of the trains that you will need to go from one town to another, Wifi in the train station of each town to visit, Access to the bathrooms, Worry-free Shore Excursion Guarantee: return on time to the cruise 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.

4. Pisa and the Cinque Terre from the Livorno Cruise Port

Porto di Livorno, Italie, Calata Sgarallino, 1, 57123 Livorno LI, Italy Special Tour NCC
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Private Tour of the Splendid Pisa and the Cinque Terre. The day will start in Pisa with a short car tour of the city where you can admire: - The Lungarni - The Church of Santa Maria della Spina - The Scotto Garden and the San Gallo Bastion - The Viale delle Piagge - The Church of San Michele degli Scalzi with its leaning bell tower Stop in Piazza dei Miracolo to admire the Leaning Tower, the Duomo and the Baptistery. You will then be led to the Cinque Terre and accompanied by Porto Venere where you can take the boat to visit which and how many of the Cinque Terre you will want. The driver will wait for you in Porto Venere to take you back to the Port of Livorno in comfort.  

Inclusions: All Fees and Taxes, Private transportation, WiFi on board, Bottled water

Exclusions: Lunch, Ticket for the boat

Reviewed By dokeydog1973

Our family used this wonderful company for a day trip from the port. From the driver, Simone, waiting for us (with a smile) at the port terminal as we exited the cruise boat to telling our group of seven all about Tuscany (as we drove towards Florence), this adventure was outstanding. Simone (being born and raised in Pisa), was well versed on past and current happenings of this beautiful area. His recommendation for a place for lunch could not have been more spot on. It turned out to be the highlight of our 12 day holiday. Simone comes with our highest recommendation and we look forward to using your company services in the near future. Thank you again!

5. Excursion to the Caves and the Marine Park of the Cinque Terre

La Pietra, 19015 Levanto SP, Italy Rosa dei Venti
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During the day there are several excursions, in search of distant and forgotten worlds, discovering hidden corners of Liguria, and the thousand colors that the sun creates inside the sea caves. We will provide snorkeling masks so that you can fully enjoy this experience. We will see the gulf of the Cinque Terre, and in particular we will pass in front of the beautiful village of Vernazza, which we can admire from the sea in all its splendor. We will dive into the splendid waters of the Marine Protected Area in the 5 Terre Park, accompanied by the grazing flight of seagulls and, with a little luck, by sightings of large cetaceans and dolphins which, like crazy brushes of an equally mad painter, with their games draw surreal figures on an infinite fantasy canvas. For more information and for any discounts you can contact us by searching our website, RosaDeiVentiBoatTours, thank you.

Inclusions: Use of Snorkelling equipment, wine, beer, soft drinks, water, focaccia, pizza, All Fees and Taxes

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Reviewed By Nomad261701

Amazing! You can chose from a selection of tours that will guide you through breathtaking sceneries along the coastline. Marco and Matteo will make sure you explore the best caves and bays whilst giving you a lot of info on the local culture and territory. They also offer delicious local focaccia and wine which are just perfect while exploring and viewing the sunset. I really recommend this tour for an alternative way of exploring this beautiful coastline, you are guaranteed a beautiful day!

6. Cinque Terre private tour | Snorkeling, Sun, Fun, Food, Wine & Relax

Imbarco tour cinque terre, Via Domenico Grillo, 10, 19015 Levanto SP, Italy Rosa dei Venti
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During your stay in Levanto, your captain Marco will offer you the opportunity to experience and learn about the natural and scenic beauty of this beautiful stretch of Ligurian coast in an exclusive way. During the navigation we will have the opportunity to admire the characteristic fishing villages of the Cinque Terre from the sea: Monterosso, Vernazza, Corniglia, Manarola, Riomaggiore. As this is a private tour, guests can customize it as they wish and can ask to stop for a swim at any time. During the excursions, there will be stops with swimming and snorkeling in splendid bays, coves and caves in the Cinque Terre National Marine Park. On board you can also taste typical products such as focaccia, pizza and various cakes. Drinks, alcoholic and non-alcoholic, included. For more information and for any discounts you can contact us by searching our website, RosaDeiVentiBoatTours, thank you.

Inclusions: Focaccia, pizza, various cakes, Use of Snorkelling equipment, Alcoholic (wine, beer) and non-alcoholic (water, carbonated drinks), Alcoholic Beverages, All Fees and Taxes

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Reviewed By tinkk1000

We had a fantastic time on the boat with Matteo and Marco. The tour was very interesting thanks to Matteo who is very knowledgeable about the area. We learned a lot about the cinque terre. The food was delicious and we got to taste the cinque terre delicacies! Our stop in Varnazza was lovely and the swims in the warm sea was amazing! Would definitely recommend!

7. Cinque Terre Sunset Tour Experience

Via Bastioni, 5, 19016 Monterosso al Mare SP, Italy Sea Breeze Boat Tours
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A boat tour of the Cinque Terre at sunset with Sea Breeze is the most romantic and panoramic experience you can try while visiting the area! Together with us you will have the opportunity to live a 360 ° experience: curiosity and culture of this so unique and fragile territory, but also a nice swim in our crystal clear waters, a walk through the colorful lanes of Vernazza and an inevitable toast at sunset. , tasting local products and typical dishes. For more information and any discounts, you can contact us directly through our Seabreezeboattours website.

Inclusions: Aperitif with tasting of local products, Prosecco, white wine, Soft drinks, Use of Snorkelling equipment, Restroom on board, Fresh water shower

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Reviewed By D2091BCjacquelinea

The tour was really great - super interesting stories about Cinque Terre - amazing views and great spots for snorkeling! Really the only thing I would recommend is bring your own water - there was only one half liter bottle for each participant which was ok for our tour since it wasn't too hot, but otherwise it wouldn't have been enough. I definitly can recommend booking this tour - the boat is super clean and the crew extremely friendly! Thanks for this great trip!

8. Cinque Terre Day Trip from Florence with Optional Hiking

Piazza della Stazione, 50123 Firenze FI, Italy Walkabout Florence Tours
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If you love an outdoor adventure, our Cinque Terre tour is sure to add a little something special to your Italian holiday. Join us and explore some of the country’s most beautiful coastal towns and admire the stunning landscapes on a guided tour you’re sure to remember for life. - A magical trip along Cinque Terre’s rugged coast - Exploration of local villages boasting beautiful scenery and architecture - Free time in the villages for wine tasting and souvenir shopping - A scenic boat ride along the Riviera (weather permitting)

Inclusions: A fun and professional guide who is there to lead you through the day, Transport between Florence and Cinque Terre by coach plus all other transport for the day, Entry tickets to the Cinque Terre National Park, Boat ride along the Riviera (weather permitting), Time to explore the Cinque Terre villages on foot

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Reviewed By katiegN3709NB

Christian helped make our Florence experience memorable! My husband and I traveled throughout Italy with our two young children ( 8 and 5 years old) and they were so excited for their Fiat tour. They were the only kids on the tour but Christian made sure it fun and educational for them. The whole group was inviting and it was great to get to meet people from all around the world! My kids can not wait to travel more and still talk about how awesome the tour was. I highly recommend this tour with or without kids. We were taken to scenic views throughout Tuscany and even had to maneuver through the streets of Florence in a super fun classic Fiat. Everywhere we drove people would stop and wave because of the group of Fiats brought joy to everyone! This was the best tour we took in Italy and when we come back for a visit we are definitely doing it again! (Our tour was pre-covid)

9. Cinque Terre Small Group Guided Tour from Florence

Piazzale Montelungo, Firenze FI, Italy Prestige Rent
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Discover the breathtaking area of Cinque Terre, a UNESCO Heritage site, visiting three of the five villages; departing from Florence, in a small group of max 25 participants, and using the right size vehicle, you’ll be able to reach the Cinque Terre Park, very fast. Moving by train/boat (tickets included), to maximize your time/comfort, and with the assistance of an expert guide, discover the beauties of Manarola, Vernazza and Monterosso. In Monterosso free time for lunch (not included), shopping or relax on the beach; in the afternoon you will meet your driver, to come back to Florence.

Inclusions: Small group day trip to the Cinque Terre with roundtrip transportation by AC vehicle with free wi-fi, Max. group size reduced to 16 participants, Licensed English speaking guide at your disposal for the whole duration of the service, Guided visit of Manarola, Vernazza and Monterosso with expert guide, Stop in Monterosso with free time for lunch (not included), shopping or relax on the beach, Local train to move through the villages + Local boat ride (SEA & DOCKING CONDITIONS PERMITTING)

Exclusions: Hotel pickup and drop-off, Lunch, Gratuities

Reviewed By Alli S

We did a private wine country tour with Francesco in October 2019 (it has taken me entirely too long to write this review). We had a great time with Francesco. He is so personable and was so much fun to spend the day with. Ask him to tell you the story of why there are black roosters on Chianti Classico wine bottles. Francesco is very professional, was able to accommodate a change in plans based on our preferences, and delivered top-notch service throughout the day. If (when) we go back to Florence, we will be giving Francesco a call!

10. Experience Cinque Terre from Florence in One Day

Piazza dell'Unità Italiana, 50123 Firenze FI, Italy City Wonders
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Get an early start on an amazing day journeying out of Florence, and its man-made masterpieces, because you are off to the Italian seaside. Admire nature’s artistry in Liguria, a spectacular region and home of Cinque Terre – the much acclaimed string of seaside villages along the Italian Riviera. Steep terraces adorned with colorful homes and vineyards, rugged fishermen reeling in their daily catches, and the region’s most famous flavor – pesto. All experiences you can enjoy on this tour.

Inclusions: Round-trip transport from Florence in a comfortable air-conditioned coach, Free time in Vernazza, Monterosso, Manarola and Riomaggiore, Cinque Terre Card train tickets, 45mins optional light hike with tour leader, Expert bilingual local guide English/German (commentary in both languages)

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Reviewed By carloseqg

This tour was so so good. Our tour guide Angelo was amazing. He knew everything there was to know and was able to answer any and all questions brought up to him even if they were about things not related to the tour exhibitions. It was worth seeing both the Uffizi and the Accademia. There were no lines to skip due to the covid-19 situation as we took this tour a week before things got shut down but I would recommend this tour to anyone coming to florence as it is not only a tour of the two big galleries but also a small city walking tour.

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