Pisa & Best of Cinque Terre from Florence by Train

Spend an unforgettable day exploring Pisa and the enchanting Cinque Terre region on this small-group must-do tour from Florence, with train transport included. Get up close to Pisa’s premier sights including the Leaning Tower of Pisa and the Duomo. Then, fall in love with the iconic architecture of the UNESCO-listed Cinque Terre villages. Enjoy a picture-perfect snapshot of old-world Italy as you traverse Vernazza’s winding streets, tuck into local produce, marvel at Manarola’s pretty houses, and relax on its charming beach.

We will meet at the main entrance of the pharmacy inside Santa Maria Novella train station at 7:30am. Look up for our Tour Leader, easily recognizable by their purple T-shirt. After a brief introduction about the day you will board on a train to Pisa. If you are running late and unfortunately miss the group, don’t worry take the first train independently to Pisa and meet the group there.
On the train have a little nap or enjoy your scenic ride out of the city, arriving in Pisa approximately 1h30m later.

Upon arrival, follow your tour leader to the Field of Dreams (Piazza dei Miracoli), a verdant expanse home to the city’s most important sights: the Leaning Tower of Pisa, the Baptistery and the Duomo. Here you will be completely free to visit the main sights independently for 1h30mins

During your free time you can pose for photos by the Leaning Tower and, depending on availability, head inside for a guided tour (own expense). Alternatively, make for the Duomo (own expense) to marvel at its carved pulpit by Giovanni Pisano, or head inside the Baptistery (own expense) to test the unusual acoustics or sit in a local bar for a coffee.

If you wish to book in advance your tickets to the Leaning Tower, we recommend the 10:00am entrance.

Meet back with the rest of the group and your tour leader and take a 1h train to La Spezia, the gateway to the famous Cinque Terre, a string of five picturesque fishing villages along the rugged coastline.
Once at the train station in La Spezia you will have some time to grab some food in one of the local stores or pop down to the toilet before you board again on a local regional train to reach the National Park of Cinque Terre.

Cinque Terre can only be seen by local trains so expect some crowds and some train delays.

Firt stop will be Riomaggiore famous for its colorful cliffside houses, scenic coastal views, and narrow winding streets.

Enjoy your time to explore the picturesque port and charming alleyways in complete freedom.

Note: During the summer months ( June to September ) this village will be skipped to allow more time in the other villages due to the big crowds.

Continue by train to Vernazza, a seaside town that surrounds a tiny, natural port. Vernazza is perhaps the most beautiful of the five villages of the Cinque Terre.
Enjoy 1 hour free time to soak up the sun on the pretty beach, or dive into the cooling waters for a swim.
In Vernazza you can enjoy also the elegant houses, the romantic restaurants and breathtaking viewpoints.

Your final stop is Manarola renowned for its breathtaking coastal scenery. The village is perched on a rugged cliff overlooking the Ligurian Sea, with colorful houses cascading down to the harbor. This picturesque setting makes Manarola one of the most photographed locations in Italy. Here you will have 1 hour .
Wander along the harbor and spend a few minutes snapping photos of the picturesque buildings that cascade toward the sea.

From Manarola we will take the train back to La Spezia or Pisa. Here we will take the last train of the day to return back to Florence, where your tour concludes. The journey is 2h30m. On the way back you can simply have a nap and rest after a long day or chat with your new travel friends .

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Please note: Via dell’Amore is closed to the public due to landslide damage.

• Public transportation options are available nearby
• Not recommended for travelers with spinal injuries
• Not recommended for pregnant travelers
• Not recommended for travelers with poor cardiovascular health
• Suitable for all physical fitness levels
• Please keep in mind that trains to Cinque Terre are regional trains. This means that no seats are assigned nor guaranteed. In high season ( June, July & August ) due to the popularity of the villages, the trains could be very crowed and hot, be prepared.
• This tour is not suitable for people with walking disabilties and to those sensitive to the heat
• In summer it is recommended to bring hat, sun cream, bottle of water and swimming suit. In winter it is recommended to bring a rain jacket in the event of bad weather.
• The tour is in English only
• We recommend you not to make any travel arrangements for when we return to Florence in the event of any train delays.
• The tour operator recommends not to bring valuable objects on the tour due to possible thieves often present on trains. The tour operator is not responsible for any items lost or stolen on the trains.
• The Tour Operator may not be held responsible for any train delays, deviation, cancellations and national strikes. These events are totally outside the tour operator’s control.In the event of national train strikes the tour could be cancelled.
• Please note, the tour requires a minimum of 8 participants. If not reached, a private option with a supplement will be offered.
• The tour is not stroller accessible

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• Small Group Tour – max 30 people
• Local English-speaking tour leader
• The best of Cinque Terre: Riomaggiore, Manarola & Vernazza
• Stop in Pisa to allow you to visit the leaning tower
• Info about the region and sites

• Entrance to the Tower of Pisa
• Lunch

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Office opening hours:

Monday to Friday from 09:30am to 5:50pm – Saturdays from 10:00am to 2:00pm – Sundays closed

Please note:
• Due to a landslide which occurred at the end of September 2012, Via dell’Amore is closed.
• In high season ( June, July & August ) due to the popularity of the villages, the trains could be very crowed and hot, be prepared.
• This tour is not suitable for people with walking disabilties and to those sensitive to the heat
• It is recommended to wear comfortable clothes
• In Summer it is recommended to bring hat, sun cream, bottle of water and swimming suit
• Minimum age allowed on the tour is 18 years
• Maximum age allowed on the tour is 45 years
• In the event of a national train strike or train delays, the tour operator is not responsible of the disservice of the trains. In the event of national train strikes the tour could be cancelled or moved to an alternative date
• If you are running late to the meeting point or you miss our group in Florence, take the first train to Pisa at your own expenses and meet the group there. The group will remain in Pisa until 10:40am and guide will gather the group on piazza Manin in front of the McDonald’s 1040am. Make sure you send us an email in order to inform the guide. 

Please be advised..

• This Tour is Provided by Italy on a Budget tours.
• Tour Timezone & Starts at Europe/Rome.
• Mobile or paper ticket accepted.
• For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.
• This Tour is Rated 4.5 Stars based on 355 valid reviews on VIATOR.
• Minimum 1 Travelers is required to book.
• Maximum 15 Travelers is accepted for booking.