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Cinque Terre Tour: Explore with Expert Guide
4.7
23 Ratings
Montecatini Terme
Embark on a breathtaking Cinque Terre tour from Montecatini and explore the enchanting landscapes and cliffside villages. Discover the beauty of these suspended villages, nestled between the sea and land, and surrounded by hills and vineyards.
Embark on a breathtaking Cinque Terre tour from Montecatini and explore the enchanting landscapes and cliffside villages. Discover the beauty of these suspended villages, nestled between the sea and land, and surrounded by hills and vineyards.
Duration:
11 hours
Cancellation:
24 hours
Highlights
- Montecatini Terme - Make the most of your visit to Cinque Terre with a “stress-free” day trip, guided by our friendly assistant in a small group setting. You’ll be treated like a friend, not just a number, and you’ll always have company throughout the day. Your tour leader will conveniently pick you up from your Montecatini hotel to begin your…
- Montecatini Terme - Make the most of your visit to Cinque Terre with a “stress-free” day trip, guided by our friendly assistant in a small group setting. You’ll be treated like a friend, not just a number, and you’ll always have company throughout the day. Your tour leader will conveniently pick you up from your Montecatini hotel to begin your comfortable journey to the Tuscan coast. During the trip, your assistant will share fascinating insights about the famous landscapes and villages along the way, as well as what to expect in Cinque Terre. If you have any questions, your guide will be there to assist you.
- Riomaggiore - RIOMAGGIORE: Riomaggiore greets you with its vibrant homes perched on dramatic cliffs. Spend about an hour exploring the charming alleyways and taking in the beautiful views. Time flies in this village, and soon it will be time to move on. Your guide will lead you to the nearby town of Manarola.
- Manarola - MANAROLA: Known for its colorful homes and exquisite white wine, Manarola is an ancient fishing village. Enjoy the breathtaking views of the sparkling blue sea, the perfectly stacked houses, and the lush grapevines in the distance. Your assistant will point out the best spots for photos (Manarola is famous for its stunning views on @Instagram). With an hour to explore, you can wander through this picturesque town at your leisure. Next, it’s time to head to Monterosso!
- Monterosso al Mare - MONTEROSSO AL MARE: The train journey to Monterosso takes about ten minutes. Your tour guide will offer plenty of suggestions for enjoying your time in Monterosso. This historic fishing town is renowned for its expansive white beaches and crystal-clear waters. Explore the ancient town, savor some pesto pasta or delicious seafood for lunch, and find a spot on the beautiful coastline to relax under the sun, swim in the stunning ocean, and capture memorable photos! You’ll have approximately two hours in Monterosso. The next stop is Vernazza, and you can choose to travel by boat (a 10-minute ride with a small additional fee payable on-site) or continue the adventure on the Cinque Terre train for a few minutes.
- Vernazza - VERNAZZA: From Monterosso, your guide will take you to the nearby town of Vernazza. The travel time is about five minutes, and you’ll have around an hour in this charming waterfront town. Visit the quaint harbor, known as “the Pearl of the Cinque Terre.” If you’re lucky, you might witness the local fishermen returning from their morning catch in small blue boats. Enjoy the picturesque view of Vernazza’s emerald waters and colorful houses. As the sun begins to set, it casts golden hues on the sea. Spend some time wandering through the historic streets, picking up any last-minute artisanal souvenirs. It’s time to head back… your guide will lead you to the train to La Spezia.
- Montecatini Terme - Take a couple of hours to relax and reflect on your unforgettable day. You’ll return to Montecatini in the early evening.
What's Included
- Expert multilingual tour escort and complete assistance throughout the tour
- Train tickets for ‘Cinque Terre Express’ between villages
- Free time for swimming in the sea
- Escorted visit to Riomaggiore, Manarola, Monterosso, Vernazza
- National Park entrance fee included
- Round trip with pick-up from Montecatini accommodation
- Expert multilingual tour escort and complete assistance throughout the tour
- Train tickets for ‘Cinque Terre Express’ between villages
- Free time for swimming in the sea
- Escorted visit to Riomaggiore, Manarola, Monterosso, Vernazza
- National Park entrance fee included
- Round trip with pick-up from Montecatini accommodation
What's Not Included
- Food and drinks
- Eventual boat ride from Monterosso to Vernazza (to be paid onsite)
- Local guide (kindly note that your tour leader will give brief explanations during the trip)
- Food and drinks
- Eventual boat ride from Monterosso to Vernazza (to be paid onsite)
- Local guide (kindly note that your tour leader will give brief explanations during the trip)
Additional Information
Maximize your experience in Cinque Terre with a “stress-free” day trip, guided by our assistant in an intimate group setting. You’ll be treated like a friend, not just a number, and will always have company throughout the day.
Your tour leader will meet you directly at your Montecatini hotel to begin a comfortable journey to the Tuscan coast. Along the…
Maximize your experience in Cinque Terre with a “stress-free” day trip, guided by our assistant in an intimate group setting. You’ll be treated like a friend, not just a number, and will always have company throughout the day.
Your tour leader will meet you directly at your Montecatini hotel to begin a comfortable journey to the Tuscan coast. Along the way, your assistant will share captivating insights about the renowned landscapes and villages en route, as well as details about Cinque Terre and what awaits you there. Should you have any questions, your guide will be readily available to assist you.
Location
Montecatini Terme
Cancellation Policy
For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.
For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.
Customer Ratings
4.7
(23 Ratings)
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163keesr
Jul 12, 2025
Relaxed private trip Cinque Terre - A nice private trip made to Cinque Terre from Montecatini Terme.
We had an excellent and nice guide Letizia.
You start with a minibus, then all the villages along by train. Always enough time to visit and once extra time to have lunch.
Especially the location of the villages was fantastic.
The private tour is really recommended, very relaxed.
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Keithelrick123
Jun 24, 2025
Beautiful Cinque Terre without any worries - Visiting the Cinque Terre is well worththe early start. We did the semi private trip and were in fact the only two booked. Letizia our guide was punctual, friendly and very well organised ensuring we made all of our train and boat connections without any worry. We saw some beautiful scenery throughout the day and whilst it is a long day it was well worth it.
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Drkat2018
Jun 6, 2025
Fantastic tour! - This tour was fantastic. We were only 5 and the convenience of being picked up at your hotel, combined with the personalized service, made this well worth the extra cost. Our tour leader Letizia was a gem. She made sure we had enough time to see all the towns, were not rushed to get on our trains and made our journey a wonderful experience. These towns are a must see. The vistas were incredible and we were so glad to cross this off our bucket list!
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Joejennings09
Jun 6, 2025
10/10 Stress Free Tour! - We did the Semi-Private Cinque Terre tour with Letizia on May 30th. She picked us up from our Montecatini hotel promptly that morning at 7:30am and we had a wonderful day of just 3 of us + one other couple from a different hotel. On the drive out to the coast we encountered road work which delayed us, she quickly got on the phone to her office and worked out a different route and train for us so we would still have as much time as possible at Cinque Terre! We had about 45 minutes of free time in both Riomaggiore and then Manarola, followed by about 2 hours in Monterosso for lunch and beach time, ending in beautiful Vernazza with another 45 or so minutes to explore. We got back to the hotel around 6:30pm. I would not of been able to navigate my family by train between the 4 villages we visited, so having Letizia was amazing and worth the price alone because we just showed up when and where she told us too and followed her! It allowed us to explore stress free and not worry about train schedules because she had it all down. The van is clean and small, can sit 8 people + driver/guide so you will really be in a small group if you're concerned about group size. We finished the day walking 4 miles and climbing over 20 flights of stairs for those concerned about the physicality, good health is probably advised, my 72 year old father had no problem. I would recommend this tour for anyone wanting to check this destination off your bucket list. It was a 10/10 stress free day for us full of awesome memories and pictures. Thank you Letizia!
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Valentine_o
May 31, 2025
Cinque - Our guide did a great job of keeping us on time for the train schedule. She was very helpful in directing us to the best parts of each village.
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Giusianam2016
May 28, 2025
Unforgettable Cinque Terre escape! - This tour was just perfect! Having the pick-up service directly from our hotel was such a comfortable way to start your day, stress and confusion free! Travelling in a small group was a real bonus: we had personal attention all the time, and our guide Letizia made sure no one felt lost or left behind. She was by our side every step of the way - kind, knowledgeable and always smiling!
Every village was a dream and I wanted to swim in Monterosso, but it was really too cold!
If you’re looking for a relaxed, well organized and unforgettable experience in the Cinque Terre, this is the perfect tour for you!
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Betsy
May 18, 2025
Beautiful sunny day exploring Cinque Terre - This was a wonderful day trip to 4 of the 5 fisherman villages. I went with my 82 year old mother and my sister. Our tour guide was wonderful! She knew all the little secrets with the trains and places to take pictures. We had time to explore, shop, have lunch and stick our toes in the ocean. It was a warm sunny wonderful day sitting on the rocks enjoying a gelato.
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Tmwahl
Apr 30, 2025
Travel from Montecatini by auto and train to Cinque Terre - Letizia was an awesome host and so helpful with all of our questions. She gave us time to explore on our own and made sure we had a successful trip.
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Jessica_t
Jun 22, 2025
This was a beautiful tour... - This was a beautiful tour with great sightseeing! Our group was the perfect size and fun to spend time with. Got plenty of time with the group but also separately and saw four out of the five towns (the fifth is generally not visited by tourists). Our guide had some historical knowledge of the areas, but would have liked a bit more for the price of the tour!
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Kentishexplorer
Jun 17, 2025
Cinque Terre with Tuscany Daily Tours - Booked a trip to Cinque Terre with Tuscany Daily Tours/Ranieri Tour Operators from Montecatini Terme. It was a last minute booking which I received a response from them out of hours to book the trip. Communication was great from them during the booking process and our tour guide contacted us the day before to confirm details on pick up and about the trip.
It was an early start and was picked up at the time stated. It was a small ground on this trip of 4 people and was picked up in a small minibus which was clean and comfortable.
After a drive to the train station to start our journey, we had time to get refreshments before heading to the train.
Once on the train, our guide talked us through the day and where we’ll be stopping.
Throughout the day our guide navigated the group around each location and setting a meeting point in order to get the next train to the next town.
Time was adequate at each location to take pictures and to look around. More time at Monterosso would’ve been better in order to get lunch and spend time on the beach. But on the day it was fine.
Overall we’re very happy with the service and would use tour operator again.
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