Top La Spezia Full-day Tours

Let’s visit Florence and Pisa in 1 day! On board our shuttle bus with our expert excort you will easly let you reach and visit this 2 cities. We grant you the return on time at the cruise ship! You can add to your excursion the entrance ticket at the Leonardo Interactive Museum, the entrance or if you prefer visiting Florence on your own you can chose the Low Cost Option that includes only the transfer.

See the best of Florence and Pisa on this full-day private shore excursion from La Spezia Port. This is a chance to explore two of Italy’s most famous cities and see landmarks like the Leaning Tower of Pisa, the Ponte Vecchio, the Florence Cathedral, and Michelangelo’s famous statue of David. Learn about the history, art, and culture of these two great cities as you explore by car and on foot.

If you are docked in La Spezia and puzzling over how to visit the picturesque fishing villages of the Cinque Terre along the coast, this shore excursion saves you the trouble of organizing the logistics on your own. Visit the villages of Vernazza and Monterosso with a guide, stopping to taste the local lemon liqueur, Limoncino. End your day with free time in Monterosso, the largest of the five villages, before heading back to La Spezia.

Embark on a savory gastronomic journey through the historic port city of La Spezia, led by a friendly foodie guide. Sample tasty regional specialties at 5 different food stops, pre-selected to bring you the best of local cuisine. Taste briny fried anchovies, or a delicate chickpea pancake. Menus are seasonal, guaranteeing the freshest ingredients, and small groups are capped to ensure a personalized tasting adventure.

You can't visit Italy without trying at least one pasta dish... So, we'll teach you two! Learn how to roll 'sfoglia' (fresh pasta) by hand and how to prepare 2 simple different kinds of pasta (filled pasta + fresh pasta) from scratch with your Cesarina. As the icing on the cake you will learn to prepare also the iconic Tiramisu. Share your passion for the Italian cuisine as you make new friends in this hands-on cooking class. It's a great way to truly experience Italian culture. • Learn to roll 'sfoglia' (fresh pasta) by hand • Learn to make 2 iconic pasta types • Learn to make the iconic tiramisu • Small-group cooking class with a maximum of 12 people. Share your passion for the Italian cuisine with other lovely guests • Enjoy an Italian Aperitivo to warm-up Cesarine is Italy’s oldest network of home cooks all over the country. They are welcoming hosts that open the doors of their own homes to curious travellers for immersive culinary experiences.

Discover the stunning Cinque Terre—or “five lands”—during this hiking tour from La Spezia Port. Explore Manarola, Corniglia, Vernazza, and Riomaggiore with a combination of hikes and train rides. Stroll through the colorful villages and enjoy plenty of free time to relax over the course of the day. The main hike takes place between Manarola and Corniglia where you can enjoy stunning views of the surrounding area and the Mediterranean.

Explore Florence and Pisa at your own pace with this full-day shore excursion. Skip the hassle of a rental car and let your guide do the driving. See top landmarks in Florence including the Duomo and the medieval Ponte Vecchio bridge. The itinerary also includes a stop in Pisa to see its famous Leaning Tower.

Learn the secrets of the Italian kitchen with this 3-hour cooking class in La Spezia. Led by an expert chef, begin at the local market to select fresh seafood and vegetables for your dishes. Then, bring your ingredients to the kitchen of a nearby ‘osteria.’ Receive hands-on training in your small group as you craft three courses of delicious Ligurian cuisine, sitting down to feast on your creations afterward. Numbers are limited to four people to keep the experience intimate.

Be seduced by one of the most suggestive and renowned places in the world, set out to discover the breathtaking Cinque Terre in the company of our expert tour leader! Trains are undoubtedly the ideal means of transportation to explore the area: in just 15 minutes, passing through the sheer heights of the Ligurian Sea, you will reach Vernazza, one of the most colorful villages in the area. Enjoy some free time in this picturesque village. The second stop will be Monterosso, the largest of the Cinque Terre villages, which also owns a stunning beach characterized by fine white sand and a clear and transparent sea. Here we have reserved a surprise: we will take you to taste the delicious limoncino in a traditional shop! After having some free time in Monterosso, take the train to Riomaggiore, the last stop before coming back to La Spezia. This small village, like the other four, offers breathtaking views of the coast.

Arrive at the Cinque Terre in style with this boat cruise from La Spezia to Monterosso, the largest of the UNESCO-listed region’s villages. Offering a convenient and fun way to get to the Cinque Terre, the cruise also includes a stop in the port town of Portovenere, a chic spot often overlooked by the tourist crowds. Transport back to La Spezia is not included, making this a great option if you have plans to stay longer in the Cinque Terre region.

Make the most of your time in La Spezia port, and discover the world of Chianti wine on a private trip to the famous Tuscan region. The full-day shore excursion includes wine-and-food tastings in the village of Greve and at the wine estate of Rocca delle Macie, plus visits to other Tuscan villages. Spent time in the fortified hill town of Montefioralle, and admire Chianti region landmarks such as the Basilica of Santa Croce and Piazza Matteotti — Greve’s vibrant piazza. 

5/6 hours - 10:00 am Departure from La Spezia (includes all day service of : water, beer, local wine and soft drinks ) Our Day Tours are the perfect way to experince the Cinque Terre, allowing you to explore the beautiful coastline and picturesque villages of the area from the comfort of a private boat and under the guidance of our expert crew. Departing from La Spezia, we will sail across the Gulf of the Poets towards Portovenere. Once we enter the Cinque Terre National Park, we will explore the five villages by sea. Depending on the tour you decide on, there will also be an opportunity to get off the boat and explore these charming villages. The 6-Hour Day Tour include three stop villages, Portovenere, Vernazza and Monterosso. Throughout the day, you will have the opportunity to stop and swim and snorkel in some of the pristine, protected coves along the coast. For more information and for any discounts, you can contact us directly through our website blueboatcinqueterre

Cinque Terre is the jewel of the Ligurian coast and this hiking tour from La Spezia covers four out of the five villages. Depart from the La Spezia train station and head straight to Manarola to begin your trek to Corniglia. Admire the beautiful views along the way and then enjoy time to explore the towns of Corniglia, Vernazza, and Riomaggiore before heading back to La Spezia.

Swap La Spezia port for a day in Tuscany, and visit the cities of Lucca and Pisa with a private driver. How you spend your time in each city is up to you: climb the UNESCO-listed Leaning Tower of Pisa, gaze out at Lucca from the lofty heights of the Torre Guinigi or take a leisurely lunch in the Tuscan sun. All entrance fees and food are at your own expense. 

5/6 hours - 10:00 am Departure from La Spezia (includes all day service of : water, beer, local wine and soft drinks ) Our Day Tours are the perfect way to experince the Cinque Terre, allowing you to explore the beautiful coastline and picturesque villages of the area from the comfort of a private boat and under the guidance of our expert crew. Departing from La Spezia, we will sail across the Gulf of the Poets towards Portovenere. Once we enter the Cinque Terre National Park, we will explore the five villages by sea. Depending on the tour you decide on, there will also be an opportunity to get off the boat and explore these charming villages. The 5-Hour Day Tour include two stop villages. Throughout the day, you will have the opportunity to stop and swim and snorkel in some of the pristine, protected coves along the coast. For more information and for any discounts, you can contact us directly through our website blueboatcinqueterre

While docking ship in La Spezia, go on a private shore excursion to explore the UNESCO World Heritage Site, the Cinque Terre, and the fishing village of Portovenere. Since this is a private tour, you can choose which places you go to from a wide variety of areas along the Italian Riviera. Take a ferry ride to Vernazza (own expense), or stroll around Riomaggiore—the choice is yours.

Swim and sightsee around the Cinque Terre with this private boat cruise, and avoid the busy footpaths that line the coast. You’ll leave the navigation to a skipper, and cruise from La Spezia to visit Monterosso al Mare and Riomaggiore on the Cinque Terre coast, and also Portovenere further south. Three types of boat are available to match the needs of your personal group.

In an intimate and private way you will have a boat all to yourself, where you can relax and enjoy a unique view of a UNESCO World Heritage site in 7 hours and if you are lucky when we stop for a swim you could even spot dolphins in the crystal clear waters of Ligurian Sea which is part of the "Sanctuary of the Cetaceans". You will know the history of the Gulf of Poets, the Palmaria's Island, Portovenere, an ancient fishing village so loved by the English poet Lord Byron, and the small villages of the Cinque Terre, five picturesque villages with colorful houses, suspended on the hills by terraced vineyards near the sea. You will have time to swim, take pictures and relax between sea and music and learn so much local history. We will be back on time to your cruise ship.

The beauty of the Cinque Terre unfolds from the water, where the most dramatic coastal views can be seen. With this private cruise from La Spezia, you’ll get the best of those vistas all to yourself, as you cruise by vintage boat. Relax on deck as your skipper steers you past unspoiled shores, enjoy a cool-down dip in the sea, and visit one of the villages for lunch (own expense).

It is a must-do tour for every first-time visitor! The coastline, the five villages, and the surrounding hillsides are all part of the Cinque Terre National Park and is a UNESCO World Heritage. You will experience the scenic views in each of 5 impressive villages. Together with your local professional guide, you will explore one of the most popular destinations. You will be riding on a train and hopping in and out. Why there are no cars in Cinque Terre? Why the place is called "Cat heaven"? What product is very famous there? What these villages defended the country against in the past? You will learn the interesting history and fascinating facts. We have to warn you- it is very easy to fall in love with Cinque Terre!

Pisa and Lucca are two of the most captivating cities in western Tuscany, but the logistics of visiting both in one day can be complicated. With this shore excursion, save hours with port pick up and all-day transportation from La Spezia via minivan, giving you time to explore the highlights of both cities. Afterwards, stop in a winery to tour the cellar and vineyards and taste a variety of wines and extra-virgin olive oil.

Make the most of your time in port with a hassle-free tour of Pisa and Florence. Visit the Cathedral and the Campanile of Giotto, and the Piazza della Signoria and then choose between a visit to Uffizi Museum or Accademia Museum to learn about Italian art and architecture. Next get panoramic views of Florence and customize your visit to the capital of Tuscany. This tour helps visitors make the most of a time-constrained stop.

Discover one of the most beautiful and favorite places in Italy with our private shore excursion. Explore the villages of Cinque Terre accompanied by our tour leader. Once you arrive at the port of La Spezia, our escort will be waiting for you at the cruise terminal. From there, you will make a 20-minute walk, between the small streets of La Spezia, to arrive at the train station from where you will begin this adventure. Visit Vernazza, one of the pearls that are part of Cinque Terre. This village is the one with the most picturesque views. During your excursion in Vernazza, you will enjoy some free time to discover the village. In Monterosso you will find different attractions besides restaurants and shops, without a doubt it is where you will find more variety of places to eat, besides having time to take a bath! In Riomaggiore, you can walk through its narrow streets where you will enjoy beautiful landscapes.

This full-day, private tour makes it easier than ever to discover the charms of Cinque Terre. Meet your guide at your local accommodation, or at nearby train stations, and set off for a guided tour of all five Cinque Terre villages: Riomaggiore, Manarola, Corniglia, Vernazza, and Monterosso. Spot vineyards, castles, and churches as you go, and admire the seaside views. Depending on the weather, travel by ferry or train (own expense).