Private Tour: “Visit Wonderland Cinque Terre” in one day

The five postcard-perfect villages of the Cinque Terre are an unforgettable day trip from Florence, but reaching this stretch of coastline by public transport is stressful and time-consuming. Spend fewer hours in transit and enjoy a full day exploring the Cinque Terre National Park with this private day trip directly from Florence that includes free time to take in the villages, coast, and walking trails on your own.
• Stress-free pickup at your hotel or other accommodation in Florence
• Enjoy the views along the drive and drop-off directly in Manarola
• Explore the villages by land or sea at your own pace for a full day
• English-speaking driver, air-conditioned vehicle, and bottled water.

Our english speaking driver will pick you up at your location (hotel or apartment) around 7.00 AM. We will drive you along the highway, where we will see (on our right) the Marble mountains of the Apuan Alps, where the Renaissance artists found the marble for their works like: Michelangelo, Giambologna, Canova.

We will pass through the Gulf of Poets, and the city of La Spezia, up to the Cinque Terre park.

First stop will be at Riomaggiore.

Riomaggiore is known for its colorful stone houses and its harbor filled with traditional fishing boats. Riomaggiore is part of the string of five villages that make up the Cinque Terre, a UNESCO Heritage Site. The village was originally founded in the 8th century by Greek refugees anxious to take advantage of the naturally rich soil and plentiful sea life surrounding it. The Riomaggiore that we see today, actually dates back to the 13th century. It sits in a valley between two steep hills and was named for the stream, Rivus Major, that flows beneath it. Riomaggiore relied heavily on producing wine and olive oil from the surrounding vineyards and orchards.
Here you can decide to take the local train or boat to start the visit of the Park.
From Riomaggiore you can decide whether to take the local train or the boat to visit the other coastal villages.

Manarola is the second village of the Cinque Terre (Five Lands). that you can rerach from Riomaggiore by train or by boat.

Manarola is the second village of the Cinque Terre, built on a high rock 70 metres above sea level offer an incredible sea view. The colorful houses of Manarola seem to tumble down to its small harbor on the bright blue Ligurian Sea, making it one of the most photographed of the Cinque Terre’s picturesque villages. Founded by the Romans, Manarola was built along a freshwater creek; its name is thought to refer to an ancient, large waterwheel (magna rota in Latin), a reproduction of which stands in the town. The current town dates to the 1300s, making it arguably the oldest of the Cinque Terre towns. Once part of the powerful Republic of Genoa, Manarola was once home to a castle and watchtower built to protect against marauding pirates. Historically and today, Manarola is known for Sciacchetrà, a sweet dessert wine.

Other stop by train or by boat in Vernazza.
Vernazza, it is probably the most famous of the Cinque Terre, Vernazza is the fourth town heading north, has no car traffic, and remains one of the truest “fishing villages” on the Italian Riviera. It is the only natural port of Cinque Terre and is famous for its elegant houses. Vernazza’s name is derived from the Latin adjective verna, meaning “native”. After Vernazza you’ll reach Monterosso, the last one.

Last stop at Monterosso al Mare.

Monterosso is the largest of the five coastal villages of the Cinque Terre. The village is located on hills cultivated with lemons, vines and olive trees. Its beautiful beaches, beautiful cliffs and crystal clear waters make this small village one of the most beautiful in this area.The city is divided into two parts: the old town and the new town, also called Fegina. The oldest parts of Monterosso probably date back to the eleventh century. The ruins of a medieval fortress, including three former watchtowers built to spot pirates invaders, are still in the old town, or Borgo Antico. Monterosso al Mare is known for having the only sandy beach in the area.
In Monterosso, at the end of the visit, our driver will be waiting for you with our Minivan ready to return tor Florence.
This is the best way to visit Cinque Terre without wasting time, taking advantage of all the hours available.

• Wheelchair accessible
• Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller
• Specialized infant seats are available
• Suitable for all physical fitness levels

• Private Tour: “Visit Wonderland Cinque Terre” in one day
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• English speaking driver

• Local Train Ticket or Boat Ticket with extra cost
• Everything not found under the heading inclusions is excluded
• Self-guided tour without professional guide included

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• This Tour is Provided by Pek Tuscany in Limo.
• Tour Timezone & Starts at Europe/Rome.
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