Top La Spezia Tours by Duration

Skip the exhausting hikes and fast train rides and experience Cinque Terre by e-bike on a 4-hour guided tour. The bike's electric motor allows you to maximize your time and traverse the hilly terrain with ease. Eat traditional focaccia and taste locally produced wine during a break at the Sanctuary of Soviore. The scenic route also includes stops at charming churches, including Soviore and San Giovanni Battista.

If you are docked in La Spezia and puzzling over how to visit the picturesque fishing villages of the Cinque Terre along the coast, this shore excursion saves you the trouble of organizing the logistics on your own. Visit the villages of Vernazza and Monterosso with a guide, stopping to taste the local lemon liqueur, Limoncino. End your day with free time in Monterosso, the largest of the five villages, before heading back to La Spezia.

Swap La Spezia port for a day in Tuscany, and visit the cities of Lucca and Pisa with a private driver. How you spend your time in each city is up to you: climb the UNESCO-listed Leaning Tower of Pisa, gaze out at Lucca from the lofty heights of the Torre Guinigi or take a leisurely lunch in the Tuscan sun. All entrance fees and food are at your own expense. 

While docking ship in La Spezia, go on a private shore excursion to explore the UNESCO World Heritage Site, the Cinque Terre, and the fishing village of Portovenere. Since this is a private tour, you can choose which places you go to from a wide variety of areas along the Italian Riviera. Take a ferry ride to Vernazza (own expense), or stroll around Riomaggiore—the choice is yours.

Embark on a savory gastronomic journey through the historic port city of La Spezia, led by a friendly foodie guide. Sample tasty regional specialties at 5 different food stops, pre-selected to bring you the best of local cuisine. Taste briny fried anchovies, or a delicate chickpea pancake. Menus are seasonal, guaranteeing the freshest ingredients, and small groups are capped to ensure a personalized tasting adventure.

See Cinque Terre from another perspective: from a boat at sea. Spend a full day sailing along the Italian riviera, viewing the five seaside towns and learning about the history of the area from your skipper. Drink in the views of the colorful villages that hug the coastline. Learn some sailing tips from the crew. Stop to swim in the shimmering sea. And then indulge in a lunch of Ligurian specialties, washing it down with some locally produced wine. Participants are limited to just 10 people on this small-group tour, ensuring plenty of personalized attention.

Discover the stunning Cinque Terre—or “five lands”—during this hiking tour from La Spezia Port. Explore Manarola, Corniglia, Vernazza, and Riomaggiore with a combination of hikes and train rides. Stroll through the colorful villages and enjoy plenty of free time to relax over the course of the day. The main hike takes place between Manarola and Corniglia where you can enjoy stunning views of the surrounding area and the Mediterranean.

Explore Florence and Pisa at your own pace with this full-day shore excursion. Skip the hassle of a rental car and let your guide do the driving. See top landmarks in Florence including the Duomo and the medieval Ponte Vecchio bridge. The itinerary also includes a stop in Pisa to see its famous Leaning Tower.

Experience Cinque Terre on a 6-hour, private tour form La Spezia Cruise Terminal. Meet your guide and board the “5 Terre Express” train to wind through the five charming fishing villages that make u the region. Learn about Ligurian history and culture and work with your guide the shape your ideal day in Cinque Terre. See all five villages or customize your tour to spend more time on one. Avoid tourist traps and see the area with a local.

Be seduced by one of the most suggestive and renowned places in the world, set out to discover the breathtaking Cinque Terre in the company of our expert tour leader! Trains are undoubtedly the ideal means of transportation to explore the area: in just 15 minutes, passing through the sheer heights of the Ligurian Sea, you will reach Vernazza, one of the most colorful villages in the area. Enjoy some free time in this picturesque village. The second stop will be Monterosso, the largest of the Cinque Terre villages, which also owns a stunning beach characterized by fine white sand and a clear and transparent sea. Here we have reserved a surprise: we will take you to taste the delicious limoncino in a traditional shop! After having some free time in Monterosso, take the train to Riomaggiore, the last stop before coming back to La Spezia. This small village, like the other four, offers breathtaking views of the coast.

Enjoy a leisurely e-bike ride in the La Spezia region with an option of four fun tours. Take the classic tour from La Spezia to Cinque Terre, bike around the Gulf of Poets from La Spezia to either Portovenere or Montemarcello, or tour Val di Magra. Each tour option features beautiful views of the seaside scenery and takes about four hours to complete.

Make the most of your time in La Spezia port, and discover the world of Chianti wine on a private trip to the famous Tuscan region. The full-day shore excursion includes wine-and-food tastings in the village of Greve and at the wine estate of Rocca delle Macie, plus visits to other Tuscan villages. Spent time in the fortified hill town of Montefioralle, and admire Chianti region landmarks such as the Basilica of Santa Croce and Piazza Matteotti — Greve’s vibrant piazza. 

See the best of Florence and Pisa on this full-day private shore excursion from La Spezia Port. This is a chance to explore two of Italy’s most famous cities and see landmarks like the Leaning Tower of Pisa, the Ponte Vecchio, the Florence Cathedral, and Michelangelo’s famous statue of David. Learn about the history, art, and culture of these two great cities as you explore by car and on foot.

Soak in the beauty of the Italian coast on a full-day, private tour from La Spezia. Visit Santa Margherita Ligure, Portofino, and Monterosso, as you explore ancient and modern villages, and admire the Mediterranean coastline of Cinque Terre. See Gothic architecture, Roman towns, and have time to explore on your own during the 8-hour trip. Don’t worry about the hassles of public transportation or logistics of getting from place to place, just relax and take in the history and views on this expertly panned day-trip.

Rather than navigating on your own, sit back and enjoy the scenery when you book a private day trip to Cinque Terre, a group of fishing villages just 40 kilometers north of La Spezia. The private tour ensures you are able to customize the itinerary according to your interests. With your guide’s insider recommendations, explore the area at your own pace and enjoy vineyard tours with complimentary wine tastings.

This full-day, private tour makes it easier than ever to discover the charms of Cinque Terre. Meet your guide at your local accommodation, or at nearby train stations, and set off for a guided tour of all five Cinque Terre villages: Riomaggiore, Manarola, Corniglia, Vernazza, and Monterosso. Spot vineyards, castles, and churches as you go, and admire the seaside views. Depending on the weather, travel by ferry or train (own expense).

In this magic tour we will see landscapes hidden from the crowd, making easy ups and exciting downs with our e-bikes among the colors and scents of this part of Ligurian coast which is like a secret Cinque Terre area, but not as crowded as the original villages. We will make a visit of a typical vinyard, from which we will admire the sea from unique perspectives. The owner of the vinyard will illustrate the traditional cultivation method that him and his family have been rediscovering through the years. He will also explain their restoring projects of ancient heritage grape varieties. Comfortably sitting in the garden, we will taste two traditional white and red wines, typical of this region, paired with seasonal products. Finally, we will go downhill, making return to Levanto in the enchanting light of a beautiful sunset.

Pisa and Lucca are two of the most captivating cities in western Tuscany, but the logistics of visiting both in one day can be complicated. With this shore excursion, save hours with port pick up and all-day transportation from La Spezia via minivan, giving you time to explore the highlights of both cities. Afterwards, stop in a winery to tour the cellar and vineyards and taste a variety of wines and extra-virgin olive oil.

Dramatic yet remote, the fishing villages of Italy’s Cinque Terre have to be seen to be believed. But built into the steep cliffs above the sea, the villages are tricky to visit by land alone. Avoid the complicated train timetables and the busy walking routes, and see the villages in the best way—from the deck of a private boat. This daytime cruise from La Spezia has everything you need to visit the UNESCO-listed region with ease, and includes a short stop in Portovenere and local snacks, too.

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Cinque Terre is the jewel of the Ligurian coast and this hiking tour from La Spezia covers four out of the five villages. Depart from the La Spezia train station and head straight to Manarola to begin your trek to Corniglia. Admire the beautiful views along the way and then enjoy time to explore the towns of Corniglia, Vernazza, and Riomaggiore before heading back to La Spezia.

Make the most of your time in port with a hassle-free tour of Pisa and Florence. Visit the Cathedral and the Campanile of Giotto, and the Piazza della Signoria and then choose between a visit to Uffizi Museum or Accademia Museum to learn about Italian art and architecture. Next get panoramic views of Florence and customize your visit to the capital of Tuscany. This tour helps visitors make the most of a time-constrained stop.

In this afternoon tour, we will depart from Levanto in the afternoon and riding our electric bikes we will reach Monterosso in about an hour, making some stops in scenic and touristic places. In Monterosso, where we will stay for an hour, we will explore the old part of the village, which at sunset is very quiet and has a unique and enchanting atmosphere. There will be 30 minutes of free time for autonomously exploring this town. Afterwards, we will start our ride back to Levanto, during which we will have other breathtaking views of the Cinque Terre coast at sunset.

While pulling up ship in La Spezia, take a shore excursion tour to Lucca and Pisa to explore some if Italy’s most memorable locations. First, explore the medieval city of Lucca, and see San Michele in Foro, Basilica of San Frediano, Piazza Anfiteatro, and the tomb of Saint Zita. Then, journey on to the maritime city of Pisa, and catch sight of the Piazza dei Miracoli and the world-famous Leaning Tower of Pisa.