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Cinque Terre Day Trip with Transport from Florence

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Explore the Italian Riviera on this day trip to the beautiful Cinque Terre from Florence, with transport between each small town provided. Led by a tour guide, discover each fishing village by coach, train, and boat, from the beaches of Monterosso to the charming streets of Riomaggiore. Stop for a swim in the turquoise waters and upgrade to include a traditional Italian lunch. Soak up all the character of this UNESCO-listed region before heading back to Florence.
  • Full-day trip to the Cinque Terre from Florence with transport
  • Discover the UNESCO-listed Cinque Terre with your tour leader
  • Travel between destinations by coach, train, and boat
  • Soak up the scenic views and distinct character of Riomaggiore, Manarola, Monterosso, and Vernazza
  • Enjoy a traditional lunch in quaint Monterosso, if option selected
  • Stop off for a swim in the turquoise waters at one of the area’s beaches

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Take the guesswork out of transport and picking a restaurant on this affordable way to see the Italian Riviera.
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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)
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
Piazzale Montelungo , Piazzale Montelungo, Firenze FI, Italy
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TOURS & NEWS KIOSK AT PIAZZALE MONTELUNGO BUS TERMINAL Located at 5-10 minutes walking distance from Santa Maria Novella Train Station. Look for our staff wearing a FUCHSIA CIAOFLORENCE JACKET and holding a CIAOFLORENCE CLIPBOARD!

7:00 AM
This activity will end right where it started.
Cinque Terre is one of Italy’s most captivating landscapes. Translated as ‘five lands,’ the region is made up of five unique fishing villages that line the Italian Riviera.

Your day trip begins in central Florence, where meet your guide and hop aboard your coach to head out toward the seashore. Stop first in the southernmost village of Riomaggiore, which dates back to the 13th century. Beloved for its local wine and incomparable scenery, admire the pastel-colored buildings as you follow your guide along the cobblestone streets.

Head to the tiny village of Manarola next, home to medieval relics and a plethora of grapevines. Stroll the harbor and take snapshots of the beautiful, bright buildings that cling to the cliff.

Then, weather permitting, hop aboard your boat to travel to Monterosso. If you choose to include lunch with your ticket, settle down in one of the village’s restaurants for a traditional helping of seafood and pasta, complemented by wine and water. (A sample menu can be found in the Itinerary section.)

Afterward, with taste buds and stomach sated, enjoy some time to explore independently. Unpack your bathing suit and hit the jeweled waters of Monterosso’s stunning beaches.

Make a final stop in Vernazza, bordered by terraced olive groves that are said to produce some of the finest olive oil in Italy. Explore the bustling square and winding streets at your leisure, before returning back to Florence.

Note: Cinque Terre low-cost option does not include train and boat tickets.
Itinerary
Stop At:  
Florence
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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Duration: 2 hours 
Admission Ticket Free
Stop At:  
Stazione La Spezia Centrale
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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Duration: 30 minutes
Admission Ticket Free
Stop At:  
Manarola
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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Duration: 1 hour 
Admission Ticket Free
Stop At:  
Vernazza
From Manarola, your guide will lead you back to the train station to head to the nearby town of Vernazza. The train will take less than ten minutes, and then 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 guide will be happy to help!
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Duration: 1 hour 
Admission Ticket Free
Stop At:  
Monterosso al Mare
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 three hours of free time in Monterosso.
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Duration: 3 hours 
Admission Ticket Free
Stop At:  
Riomaggiore
Meet your guide at the small pier in Monterosso, and they will lead you to a boat. Find a comfortable seat and enjoy a journey of about forty-five minutes by sea. The picturesque boat ride will allow you to see the towns of Cinque Terre from a waterfront perspective... the incredible views from the bright, blue sea are unforgettable! When you arrive at the natural port of Riomaggiore, 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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Duration: 1 hour 
Admission Ticket Free
Stop At:  
Stazione La Spezia Centrale
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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Duration: 30 minutes
Admission Ticket Free
Stop At:  
Florence
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.
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Duration: 2 hours 
Admission Ticket Free
  • Confirmation will be received at time of booking
  • Not wheelchair accessible
  • Kindly note that the bus will drop you off in La Spezia or Manarola. 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.
  • Stroller accessible
  • Near public transportation
  • Infants must sit on laps
  • Not recommended for travelers with back problems
  • No heart problems or other serious medical conditions
  • Kindly note that the Cinque Terre A/R Escorted Transfer option does not include train and boat tickets. At the beginning of the day, you will be dropped off at La Spezia, 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 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 between Monterosso and Riomaggiore 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
  • All participants who are over 12 years old must present one of the following: proof of full vaccination, proof of first vaccination administered at least 15 days ago, proof of a Covid-19 infection in the past 6 months, or a negative test taken no more than 48 hours before the activity starts
  • HIGH SEASON (From April 1st until October 31st): this tour is always available in English and Spanish. Other languages are confirmed as follows: GERMAN: Friday - min 2 pax FRENCH: Wednesday, Sunday - min 2 pax PORTUGUESE: Monday - min 2 pax ITALIAN: Saturday - min 2 pax
  • Covid-19 Mesures: A safe distance of one meter between clients will be maintained whenever possible. All our vehicles will be deep-cleaned and disinfected before and after each service. The use of masks is mandatory; clients must bring their own mask. Alcohol gel will be available on all our vehicles. Temperature will be checked for staff and visitors. Disinfected radio units will be provided, and headphones will be single-use. Showing your voucher on your phone will be enough; it is not necessary to print it out.
  • Travelers should have a moderate physical fitness level
  • This tour/activity will have a maximum of 63 travelers
  • OPERATED BY Ciao Florence Tours & Travels Srl
You can cancel up to 24 hours in advance of the experience for a full refund.
  • For a full refund, you must cancel at least 24 hours before the experience’s start time.
  • If you cancel less than 24 hours before the experience’s start time, the amount you paid will not be refunded.
  • Any changes made less than 24 hours before the experience’s start time will not be accepted.
  • Cut-off times are based on the experience’s local time.
  • This experience requires good weather. If it’s canceled due to poor weather, you’ll be offered a different date or a full refund.

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The answers provided below are based on answers previously given by the tour provider to customers’ questions.
Q:
What is the policy on face masks and attendee health during Cinque Terre Day Trip with Transport from Florence?
A:The policies on face masks and attendee health are:

  • Face masks required for travelers in public areas
  • Face masks required for guides in public areas
  • Temperature checks for travelers upon arrival
See all safety measures taken by Cinque Terre Day Trip with Transport from Florence.
Q:
What is the policy on sanitization during Cinque Terre Day Trip with Transport from Florence?
A:The policies on sanitization are:

  • Hand sanitizer available to travelers and staff
  • Gear/equipment sanitized between use
  • Transportation vehicles regularly sanitized
See all safety measures taken by Cinque Terre Day Trip with Transport from Florence.
Q:
What measures are being taken to ensure staff health & safety during Cinque Terre Day Trip with Transport from Florence?
A:The policy on staff health & safety is:

  • Regular temperature checks for staff
See all safety measures taken by Cinque Terre Day Trip with Transport from Florence.

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  • "There will be a lot of walking, so wear comfortable shoes." See review
  • "This time of the year is the less visited by tourist so is a great idea take this into account if you don't want big crowds." See review
  • "People should bring their swimwear because there is enough time given to swim in the water." See review

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Would not recommend
Sergio_H
, Aug 2022
Unfortunately, this trip is not very well organized. There is no schedule of what you will visit and when. Elizabeth the guide is nice but will leave you behind in an instant. Multiple people were confused with the instructions, she will start talking before everybody is gathered and you will lose crucial information. For instance, I didn’t hear her mention when the lunch was and we missed it. When asked to get a refund, she said it was my fault? There is also not enough time in the towns. The boat trip is crowded. Overall, I would not book with ciao Florence again. I would recommend printing a pamphlet with a tentative schedule for the day so travelers have an idea ahead of time
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star-5
Cinque Terra tour
Richard_G
, Aug 2022
Maria was great. She helped us find the meeting point. She was very knowledgeable about the Cinque Terra
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Do not miss this place in Italy!
Yael_G
, Aug 2022
Amazing landscape with breathtaking view. Note that it’s very intense and the bus is super uncomfortable and crowded… plus a long drive. It’s possible to do the same thing alone since there is no guidance on history etc just technical explanations.
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star-5
Italian experience
Gabriel_S
, Aug 2022
Great experience, great views, awesome tour. Full experience tour, including great lunch and free time. Thank Renata for all the info and good time.
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All the locations were breathtaking.
Rakesh_P
, Aug 2022
All the locations were breathtaking. I felt that the time alloted to visit all the 5 villages was less. This is from my personal experience only.
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1 traveler found this review helpful
star-5
Perfect for active families!
Riddhi_G
, Aug 2022
Amazing trip! The guides Sara and Juliano were awesome! Both made sure all families were together and knew the plans of each stop beforehand. It can get a bit chaotic between the different villages and trains and ferry schedules. So be alert, be aware and keep listening to the guides.
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star-4
Great trip!
Mariajose_G
, Aug 2022
Cinque Terre is just beautiful, it was a long life dream to be there! However, the trip itself is not what I imagined for this place. Of the 5 locations, we visited 4 but that means no long stays in each town. If you plan to get in the water (Monterosso and Riomaggiore), you have 30 minutes tops if you want to make it back on time, and they take very seriously the leaving on time policy. For some, the trip might be a bit long, we left the bus station at 7 am, we took 3 trains (metro) and 1 boat ride (ferry), then the bus back to Florence. Our tour guide, Statislava (I am sure I am writing this wrong, sorry!) was amazing! She was always super kind and very helpful. Still, I am very happy to have taken this tour and will definitely be back to at least one or two towns to enjoy a little longer! Views breathtaking as expected!
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star-5
Swimming in Chinque terre!!!
Vagelis_S
, Aug 2022
A must have tour in florence for sure!!! Andrea was the soul of the party !! Pinocio our signal tour from Andrea was amazing and it was a 'follow the pinocio tour' !!! Amazing places in the Chinque terre we met new friends there we had swimming in all five places !! Take your swimming suites and enjoy the train ride!! The lunch was also very good!! A lot of wine a salad and pasta for each one!!
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Cinque Terra
Allison_F
, Aug 2022
I did not like this tour. Too many people. The ride to the first train is 2 1/2 hours with no stop for the toilette or some coffee since the bus leaves at 7 most people have not had breakfast. The train was over crowded. On each place we had barely any time. The tour guides were very good but the tour itself could be so much better. First, stop on the way and on the way back for people to use the toilette or have a working toilette on the bus , second go to less towns and give people more time and Third give wireless microphone to guides so people who at be hearing impaired or are too far of a distance away can hear the instructions
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icon Response from Host , Aug 2022
Dear Allison, I'm very sorry to hear that the tour didn't meet your expectations. The first stop for the toilet or breakfast is scheduled in La Spezia, after a only two hours ride. As per the Italian law, the service on the bus must stay closed for security reasons but for any emergency, the driver and the tour leader are willing to make a stop at the first equipped rest area. Anyway, this tour is one of our best sellers and participants, that maybe come in Italy once in a life, want to make the most of them experience and visit the more thay can. That's why we offer to visit 4 out of 5 lands with one hour of free time in each village. We know that August is very crowded and so are the trains, but this is a public service and it's beyond our control. We thank you so much for your feedback. We really care about our customers' opinion and think that we can always improve our services. I do really hope you can join one of our tours, maybe during the low season when Italy is less crowded and everything is more relaxing. I wish you a lovely day.
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star-5
Best day of our vacation!
Julia_C
, Aug 2022
Had a fabulous day being led around Cinque Terre by tour guide Antonella. She was great at communicating the schedule and meeting places with us so the day tan smoothly. The bus and train rides were fast and easy. We saw 4/5 towns and had time to walk around and get amazing photos (30-45 minutes for most of the stops). The best and longest stop of the day was Monterosso al Mare. We decided to skip the lunch and go swimming for 2 hours on the public beach there- very well worth it. It was the perfect use of our day and we can’t wait to go back!
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1 traveler found this review helpful
star-5
Our first time in Italy
Yaneidys_S
, Aug 2022
Everything was excellent , we felt very good, and comfortable. We liked the trip in the boat, the experience in the train, and the Lunch. We could see and touch the sand of the beach and the color of the houses. Everything was very nice, thank you very much.
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1 traveler found this review helpful
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Cinque Terre
Weekeng_G
, Aug 2022
Everything move smoothly. Cinque Terre is a beautiful place. Transportation was good and we travel by bus, then train and certain part we took a ferry. The lunch was great and we had Ligurian food.
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star-3
the villages and trains...
Hassan_N
, Aug 2022
the villages and trains are very very crowded. It is very exhausting trip in trains. The transport in the bus and the guide were pretty good.
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1 traveler found this review helpful
star-5
Stunning Cinque Terre
Joanna_K
, Aug 2022
Cinque Terre is stunning island and the whole trip was well organised and the tour women Martha and Mario the driver was amazing and very helpful made the trip so enjoyable and we had the best time ever I recommend everyone to go with them.
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Lovely beaches
jrangbaran
, Aug 2022
It was very nice trip overall. Mildly long day and could actually do with one less stop. The boat ride was technically a ferry to the next island so not quite what I had pictured from the description. We still had a nice day
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star-5
One of the best tours
Geetanjali_N
, Aug 2022
It was one of the best tours in my experience, very well planned and you get enough time to spend in each stop plus you get to enjoy bus, boat and train ride on the same day. I wish I remembered the name of my tour guide but unfortunately I’m bad with names but he was a fantastic guy very passionate, knowledgeable and experienced all his recommendations were 10/10 be it about having breakfast at a restaurant or shopping or having gelato. Also the lunch included is very good
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star-4
All was good!! Just a...
Jose_S
, Aug 2022
All was good!! Just a suggestion for the lunch. Should be more !!. Everything else, perfect for the day.
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1 traveler found this review helpful
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Beautiful place wrong tour
Nelly_N
, Aug 2022
We arrive 10 mins late and the bus left, which I understand and my complaint is not about that, my problem was that I had to make more than 2 international calls and the customer service number takes you to a machine with music and no one answered! We spent half of the day trying to catch up with them. My complaint is that there should be a way to contact the tour guide directly, to make things easier. Cinque Terre, itself is a gorgeous place but it was over 40•C so it was very hard to enjoy! Everyone (locals) say that you should visit in October or end of April, why no one tells you that?!
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1 traveler found this review helpful
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Seemed like we were on one uncomfortable, over crowded train or transport boat the entire time Imagine ridiculous heat
James_C
, Aug 2022
Extremely stressful, extremely hot, overcrowded traveling on public transport trains filled to sardine capacity with small intervals of sightseeing until the next overcrowded train sweating from head to toe and you’ll get a good picture. There were nice places and the Mediterranean was clear as glass and beautiful to swim but our time there was cut short by an hour so that felt rushed and stressful as well. This was not for me, but maybe you the reader are interested in this sort of thing.
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star-5
You have to go there!
Dawn_S
, Aug 2022
The image of the little villages spotted at different levels against the mountains that you see in photos is exactly as they are in real life--awe-inspiring! Quaint and beautiful with arguably the best gelato we have ever tasted (and we've tasted a LOT!). When (not if)you visit these amazing villages, you have to enjoy the beach and talk to the shopkeepers and find out the story of their lives there--incredible the number whose families date back to the 12th century living there.
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