Private Tour
Private Tour: Cinque Terre from La Spezia
Overview
Available languages
6 hours 30 minutes
Mobile ticket
This private tour from the port of La Spezia to Cinque Terre is a lovely daytrip that will allow you to explore the spectacular coast and towns with a private guide. The guide will meet you at the port (or train station if you are in a hotel) and you will discover the lovely towns of Cinque Terre going by boat (subject to weather conditions) and train.The price also includes boat rides and train tickets. This is a private experience, you will not be part of a group
Additional Info
Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller
Service animals allowed
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
Travelers should have at least a moderate level of physical fitness
Medium amount of walking required
Not suitable for people with mobility limitatations
Comfortable walking shoes recommended
The boat transfer is subject to weather conditions; if the weather is bad, the transfer will be done by train instead (with no price change or refund)
Cancellation Policy
For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.
What‘s Included
Flexible itinerary that we can customize for you
Private tour
Boat transfer (subject to weather conditions, not available from 1 Nov to 29 Mar, public service)
Friendly local guide (fully licensed)
Train transfers
Food and drinks
Meeting and Pickup
Pickup points
What To Expect
La Spezia Cruise Port
If you are coming on a cruise: your friendly local guide will meet you at the cruise terminal in La Spezia. Together with your guide, you will go from the cruise terminal to the train station (walking or by taxi - price of taxi not included) --- If you are staying in a hotel in La Spezia (or arriving from another city): you will meet your private guide directly at the train station La Spezia Centrale --- Together with your guide, you will take a short train ride of about 10 minutes and you will reach Riomaggiore, the first town (the train ticket is included).
Stazione La Spezia Centrale
If you are staying in a hotel in La Spezia (or arriving from another city): you will meet your private guide directly at the train station La Spezia Centrale. Together with your guide, you will take a short train ride of about 10 minutes and you will reach Riomaggiore, the first town (the train ticket is included).
Options
Private Tour: Cinque Terre from La Spezia
Pickup included
Reviews
158 reviews
Total reviews and rating from Viator & Tripadvisor
Best Day with Andrea in Cinque
Lori D,
Oct 12, 2025
- Viator
5.00We had an awesome day with our superb tour guide, Andrea. He was wonderful in sharing the knowledge and history of the cities. He navigated our train stops to make the most of our time at each stop. We appreciated his restaurant recommendation and connection so there was no waiting upon our arrival. He was absolutely the best and I’d recommend this tour and request Andrea if possible. You will love your time exploring this majestic area.
Les Cinque Terre!!!! Beautiful
Nancy L,
Oct 5, 2025
- Viator
5.00Beautiful and so worth the cost!!! Personalized according to our tastes. It’s too fun to have a professional and friendly guided like Andrea. Andrea knows all the little corners to see and guides us without worry through public transport, taxi, train and boat. It was a memorable day!!!!! Thank you Andrea!!!! Hope to see you again!!! Nancy
Misleading, Rigid, and Overpriced Experience
Jacqulyn A,
Sep 20, 2025
- Viator
1.00We booked this private tour hoping for a flexible and enjoyable experience, but it ended up being the worst excursion of our trip. When we arrived at the cruise port, our guide was waiting. We immediately explained that someone in our group had a serious mobility issue and was wearing a medical knee brace. Despite this, he had us walk over a mile to the metro station. Once we reached Riomaggiore, he led us on steep hikes and endless stairs—completely disregarding what we told him. I mentioned multiple times that our group would be perfectly happy enjoying cocktails with a view instead of hiking, but it was clear he had his own agenda. Even when I asked again for a break, he pushed us to keep going, finally stopping at a small café with no air conditioning. Later, we had to wait in a long public ferry line and then crowded onto a boat to Vernazza. From there, we walked up a street just to catch another train to Manarola. Throughout the day, the guide constantly walked far ahead of us, only occasionally turning back. There was no effort to accommodate our pace or our requests. For lunch, he suggested a pizza place swarming with flies. When we declined, he took us to an upscale seafood restaurant where the cheapest dish was €28—not exactly the flexible, personalized experience promised. Overall, this private tour was absolutely not worth the $1,061 we paid. We felt ignored, rushed, and completely disappointed. You’d be much better off exploring Cinque Terre on your own using the hop-on hop-off ferries and trains, which are easy to access from the port. I cannot recommend this tour. Save your money and plan it yourself—you’ll enjoy it far more.
Stairs
Michael B,
Sep 7, 2025
- Viator
4.00You will be doing a lot of walking and stairs. If you have mobility issues, let your guide know. We we paired with a skie instructor and had a hardtime keeping pace.
Cinque
michael m,
Sep 6, 2025
- Viator
5.00The entire day was special. Our tour guide was very informative and took her time with explaining the beautiful area.
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