Overview
Discover the colourful seaside towns of Cinque Terre on a full-day tour from Florence. Travel by private car and take the ferry to the remote villages of Manarola, Vernazza and Monterosso al Mare. Extended option: train journey.
Choose one of our excellent tour options tailored to your needs and interests. Read the description carefully as each option includes a different program
13-hour: Cinque Terre by Car & Boat
Book this tour to explore Cinque Terre by ferry with private car transfers from Florence. See Manarola, Vernazza and Monterosso.
14-hour: Cinque Terre by Train
Book this tour to explore Cinque Terre by train, directly from Florence. See Manarola, Vernazza and Monterosso.
Discover the picturesque beaches, fishing villages and towns of Cinque Terre, one of the most popular hiking trails in Italy. This exclusive tour includes the service of an Accredited Guide, and tickets for the Cinque Terre ferry or train. Discover the beauty of the Italian coastline!
What's Included
- (mode of transport depends on the selected option)
- Round-trip tickets for the Cinque Terre ferry cruise with private car transfers (13-hr option only)
- Private Full-Day Trip from Florence to Cinque Terre: Manarola, Vernazza and Monterosso -
- Round-trip tickets for the Cinque Terre train (14-hour option only)
- Pickup and drop-off from your accommodation in Florence (13-hour option only)
- 5-Star Licensed Guide who is fluent in the language of your choice
- Lunch (optional)
- Tickets for the Cinque Terre train (in 13-hour option)
- Tickets for the Cinque Terre ferry cruise with private car transfers (in 14-hour option)
- Pickup and drop-off from your accommodation in Florence (in 14-hour option)
Meeting and Pickup
Via Santa Caterina da Siena
11, 50123 Firenze FI, Italy
Detailed check-in instructions, including the exact address, are provided with your booking confirmation.
This activity ends back at the meeting point.
Detailed check-in instructions, including the exact address, are provided with your booking confirmation.
What To Expect
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Hotel Club Florence (pass by)
Florence
4 hours 50 minutes Admission Ticket Free
Vernazza
1 hour Admission Ticket Free
Cinque Terre
1 hour Admission Ticket Free
Manarola
3 hours Admission Ticket Free
Tuscany
4 hours Admission Ticket Free
Additional Info
- Confirmation is instant and will be received at time of booking
- Wheelchair accessible
- Transportation options are wheelchair accessible
- All areas and surfaces are wheelchair accessible
- Public transportation options are available nearby
- Suitable for all physical fitness levels
- Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller
- Infants are required to sit on an adult’s lap
- Check your email the day before the tour.
- All guests must provide their full name and date of birth.
- The 13-hour option includes private car transfers and a day ticket for the Cinque Terre ferry cruise. The transfer is from your accommodation in Florence to La Spinoza, and return from Levanto. The ferry sails from La Spezia to Portovenere, Riomaggiore, Manarola, Vernazza, Monterosso and Levanto. Subject to time restrictions, you may visit any of these towns.
- We will arrange private transfers in a standard car (sedan) for 1-4 people, and in a larger van for groups of 5 people and more. You can book a 5-people tour for a larger vehicle.
- The 14-hour option includes round-trip train tickets from Florence to La Spezia and a day ticket for the Cinque Terre Express train. The Cinque Terre Express runs every 15-30-minutes, so the schedule can be more flexible and you can visit 3-5 towns.
- For the best experience, we limit your group size to 25 guests per 1 guide.
- Lunch can be arranged upon request.
Frequently Asked Questions (8)
Q: Will I get seasick on Florence to Cinque Terre Private Trip by Ferry or Train?
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Activity code: C-332537P80
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Frequently Asked Questions (8)
The answers provided below were previously given in response to questions from City Balloon Tours customers.
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If you have any doubts about becoming seasick on the water, we recommend taking a Dramamine® Motion Sickness Relief tablet the night before your trip. Some people recommend taking it the night before your cruise and then again that morning so you will not feel so drowsy.
Feb 2023- For a full refund, you must cancel at least 24 hours before the tour start time.
- If you cancel less than 24 hours before the tour start time, the amount you paid will not be refunded.
- Any changes made less than 24 hours before the tour start time will not be accepted.
- Cut-off times are based on the tour local time (CET).
- (mode of transport depends on the selected option).
- Round-trip tickets for the Cinque Terre ferry cruise with private car transfers (13-hr option only).
- Private Full-Day Trip from Florence to Cinque Terre: Manarola, Vernazza and Monterosso -.
- Round-trip tickets for the Cinque Terre train (14-hour option only).
- Pickup and drop-off from your accommodation in Florence (13-hour option only).
- 5-Star Licensed Guide who is fluent in the language of your choice.
- Lunch (optional).
- Tickets for the Cinque Terre train (in 13-hour option).
- Tickets for the Cinque Terre ferry cruise with private car transfers (in 14-hour option).
- Pickup and drop-off from your accommodation in Florence (in 14-hour option).
There is no minimum age for this tour, so bring your wee one along for an adventure..
Apr 2025If a date or time is not listed on the calendar, it’s sold out or unavailable for another reason. Support cannot assist further if a date or time is not on the calendar.
If you find a date and time that works for you, book it NOW because things always sell out at this time of year.
Apr 2025Accessibility information for the Florence to Cinque Terre Private Trip by Ferry or Train is as follows:
- Wheelchair accessible
- Transportation options are wheelchair accessible
- All areas and surfaces are wheelchair accessible
- Public transportation options are available nearby
- Suitable for all physical fitness levels
Detailed check-in instructions – including meeting point address, Google map, and parking information – for Florence to Cinque Terre Private Trip by Ferry or Train will be included in your confirmation email from City Balloon Tours. Please be sure to double and triple check your email address is correct at checkout so this important email makes its way to you!
Mar 2024Once your refund is processed, it usually shows on your card statement within 5–10 business days. The exact timing depends on your bank or card issuer.
Want it sooner? When you cancel, choose Receive a refund to my wallet instead. The credit is in your Wallet straight away and is applied automatically at checkout on your next booking when you’re signed in with the same email. You can see your balance any time in My Wallet.
If you paid part of your booking with Wallet credit, that part always goes back to your Wallet. Trip protection isn’t refundable.
Oct 2026What's Included
- (mode of transport depends on the selected option)
- Round-trip tickets for the Cinque Terre ferry cruise with private car transfers (13-hr option only)
- Private Full-Day Trip from Florence to Cinque Terre: Manarola, Vernazza and Monterosso -
- Round-trip tickets for the Cinque Terre train (14-hour option only)
- Pickup and drop-off from your accommodation in Florence (13-hour option only)
- 5-Star Licensed Guide who is fluent in the language of your choice
- Lunch (optional)
- Tickets for the Cinque Terre train (in 13-hour option)
- Tickets for the Cinque Terre ferry cruise with private car transfers (in 14-hour option)
- Pickup and drop-off from your accommodation in Florence (in 14-hour option)
Additional Info
- Confirmation is instant and will be received at time of booking
- Wheelchair accessible
- Transportation options are wheelchair accessible
- All areas and surfaces are wheelchair accessible
- Public transportation options are available nearby
- Suitable for all physical fitness levels
- Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller
- Infants are required to sit on an adult’s lap
- Check your email the day before the tour.
- All guests must provide their full name and date of birth.
- The 13-hour option includes private car transfers and a day ticket for the Cinque Terre ferry cruise. The transfer is from your accommodation in Florence to La Spinoza, and return from Levanto. The ferry sails from La Spezia to Portovenere, Riomaggiore, Manarola, Vernazza, Monterosso and Levanto. Subject to time restrictions, you may visit any of these towns.
- We will arrange private transfers in a standard car (sedan) for 1-4 people, and in a larger van for groups of 5 people and more. You can book a 5-people tour for a larger vehicle.
- The 14-hour option includes round-trip train tickets from Florence to La Spezia and a day ticket for the Cinque Terre Express train. The Cinque Terre Express runs every 15-30-minutes, so the schedule can be more flexible and you can visit 3-5 towns.
- For the best experience, we limit your group size to 25 guests per 1 guide.
- Lunch can be arranged upon request.
