Top La Spezia Tours, Sightseeing & Cruises - page 4

With this excursion you will have the chance to admire two of the most beautiful Tuscan cities in comfort, visiting all the places of interest in a few hours without feeling overwhelmed.

With a private driver pick-up at the port or hotel this private tour will make you: - See the lovely towns of Portofino and Santa Margherita. - Enjoy a ferry-boat ride along the beautiful coastline. - Try the excellent local food in the land where pesto was born. This is a private tour so you will not be part of a group. The itinerary may be customized based on your needs.

Hike in Cinque Terre stands for breath taking views, bright colours and unforgettable picturesque landscapes.

An intense day in which you learn the culture, the Ligurian cuisine and taste the precious Sciacchetrà wine, as well as doing some physical exercise along the many country paths. We will get to know people who live and work in the Cinque Terre, who will tell us the true story of this territory and their passion and effort to preserve it, making us discover the most characteristic products. At the end of the tour we will not only visit the Cinque Terre, but know this splendid territory in depth.

Explore Pisa and Lucca 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 the famous leaning tower of Pisa and the stunning medieval city of Lucca.  This is the best way to see these destinations saving a huge amount of the cruise line prices.

Our philosophy is to take you to see the Cinque Terre from the sea on a small yacht not as tourists, but as friends on the boat. Explore and learn from the sea with this tour the marvelous breathtaking panoramas of Portovenere and Cinque Terre. Sailing in the Gulf of the Poets, between the crystal clear waters, the first village that you will admire is to Portovenere, so beloved by the english poet Lord Byron, and, subsequently, the villages of the Cinque Terre, five picturesque villages by colored houses, suspended on the hills from the terraced vineyards close to the sea. Far from chaos and queues are you going to board a boat on which you can relax and enjoy a unique view of the world, declared a Unesco World Heritage Site for its beauty, and if you are lucky you may even spot dolphins in the waters of the Marine Protected Area that is part of the "Cetacean Sanctuary". During the tour you will be served a welcome glass of prosecco.

Once disembarked at the port of La Spezia, you will find your personal driver awaiting you at the prearranged time to reach Florence, a city full of history and romance. Our tour starts at one of the city's most charming places, PIAZZALE MICHELANGELO, the famous panoramic terrace from where you can enjoy a breathtaking view. You can wander to the PIAZZA DUOMO, passing beneath the breathtaking Cathedral, and its dome, the architectural masterpieces by Brunelleschi. Here, you will also find GIOTTO'S BELL TOWER and the BAPTISTERY with its valuable gilded bronze doors (including the famous Gates of Paradise). Continue on to the beautiful PIAZZA DELLA SIGNORIA, the throbbing heart of civic life in the city. There you can admire the architecture of the PALAZZO VECCHIO and the famous statues of the Loggia dei Lanzi. Continue your walk along the Arno River up to the famous PONTE VECCHIO, and walk amidst the historic and luxurious goldsmith workshops of Florence.

An entire day to explore Florence. One of our drivers will wait for you in the cruise terminal with the name indicated in the booking. Journey to Florence in the Tuscany countryside. First stop in Piazzale Michelangelo, the Highest point in the city where to admire Florence landscape. The second stop will be in the city center. The driver will drop off you in the center of Florence and will be available for the entire tour. You'll have the possibility to visit the city on your own and enjoy it the most. If you want to visit the attraction or taste the typically Tuscan cuisine, the driver will help you with tickets or reservations. In the end, you will be taken to the ship on time.

Enjoy a full-day trip from La Spezia Pier to the pearls of Tuscany on this private tour of Pisa and Lucca. In Pisa, admire the famous Leaning Tower and other marble landmarks of Piazza dei Miracoli with your private guide. Take a break and enjoy your lunch ( lunch fee not included ). After lunch drive to Lucca, an enchanting medieval town. For those who love historical architecture and Medieval constructs, Lucca is a true heaven as it is known as the city of a hundred churches boasting such buildings as Lucca Cathedral and San Michele in Foro. Furthermore, the extensive city walls show how many Middle Age settlements would have been defended. Aside from the architecture, Lucca also has some fantastic museums, gorgeous public squares and a fine selection of restaurants and bars.

The boat all for you, without other passengers with the possibility to stop whenever you want,

Immerse yourself in the the art and architecture of the Italian Renaissance with a shore excursion to Florence. Florence is a long day trip from the La Spezia port, but with a private driver you’ll be delivered directly to the historic city center of Florence where you’ll tour all the highlights such as the Piazza della Signoria, the Baptistery of St. John and the Accademia or the Uffizi Gallery, while also leaving some free time for lunch and shopping.

Discover the untouched beauty of the Gulf of Poets on board a fast and comfortable dinghy. Take your time to explore the picturesque villages of Portovenere and Lerici and enjoy the best view of Tellaro from the sea. Sail along the jagged coast of the islands of the Poets Gulf where the sea is calm and crystalline. The Cinque Terre are just around the corner but here you will be away from the hustle and bustle and enjoy a relaxing atmosphere. Take a dip in a secluded cove and toast onboard with cool local wine. Take the opportunity to have a delicious lunch in Lerici, tasting mussels breed in the Gulf. Please note that the first part of the tour, islands and Portovenere, will be shared with other guests (up to 8) while the second part with Lerici and Tellaro will be private, with the boat just for you.

A beautiful path marked by glimpses of the sheer sea, terraced vineyards and gardens almost suspended in the void. From Levanto we climb along a path immersed in the vegetation rich in holm oaks, maritime pines and mastic trees, skirting imposing cliffs overlooking the sea from which it is possible to admire the entire coast from Portovenere to Portofino and beyond. We will cross the promontory of Punta Mesco passing by the Monastery of Sant'Antonio and once in Monterosso we can take a break to take a refreshing bath!

Discovering the Cinque Terre coast, a UNESCO heritage site, and two of its pearls appreciating the shape and the design that the nature has gifted to this area.

During the excursion, guests will be able to observe the particular coastal habitat that characterizes the Ligurian east, linger in the exclusive beaches accessible only by sea, swim in the crystalline waters of the marine protected area of the 5 Terre park, visit the historic villages of Portovenere, Riomaggiore, Monterosso. For this excursion by sea, we provide 3 boats: - a gozzo 750 cabin cruiser designed in a modern style, with an elegant, comfortable and luxurious line with kitchen, fridge, toilet. with 195 hp engine. - two 540 dinghies with large sundeck and 40 hp motor for driving without a license. These are brand new boats, in their first season at sea. All equipped with electric propulsion for silent navigation and zero environmental impact, in the protected marine area of the 5 Terre park. The boats are also equipped with all comforts, to be able to experience the sea in complete carefree and magical emotion.

Discover the five picturesque villages scattered along a beautiful stretch of the Mediterranean coast, a UNESCO World Heritage Site. You will reach the first village by minivan and then you take a boat. If weather conditions don't permit a boat ride you will travel by train.

Enjoy a full-day trip from La Spezia pier to Pisa, with deluxe vehicle and English speaking driver. The city of Pisa rises above the banks of Arno, just before the mouth of the river at Marina of Pisa. It is one of the most important cities in Tuscany and it is extremely well-known in the world, because of its famous symbol: "the Leaning Tower". Pisa is both an ancient and modern city. We will guide you through to the marvellous banks of Arno, in the majestic Duomo. There are also curiosities about Pisa: in the city there isn't only one leaning Tower, but there are other two, also: the Bell Tower of San Nicola Church which is near the banks of Arno and the whole church of San Michele of Scalzi. Lunch break is included ( lunch fee at your own expense ).

Hiking through the Cinque Terre is an amazing experience that gives a different perspective of this unique area, we'll be surrounded by the lushuring vegetation of the National Park with spectacular views of the multicoloured coastal villages that reflect the glittering sea. We will be close to the old tradition of wine and olive oil production admiring locals working in olive groves or vineyards. We can have the chance to see folks out working in olive groves or carrying wine grapes from the harvest, with baskets full of grapes carried on top of the head or on the "monorail", the typical and unique mean of transport on the hills. We will walk along the cliffs, amongst the forests and vineyards, private beautiful gardens surrounded by the scented mediterranean vegetation. It's an adventure that takes us off the beaten tracks and we'll be so rewarded at the end of the day with more knowledge about the envinroment and its vegetation and wildlife.

Enjoy your day-trip from La Spezia Pier: meet your tour guide alongside your cruise ship and be driven to the train station by deluxe vehicle. You will take a train to reach Cinque Terre, with an amazing view while on going! The villages of the Cinque Terre, perched on rocky cliffs along the coast of Liguria, will leave you speachless. Ancient Manarola is significant because of its architectural and cultural landmarks. The tiny Corniglia is a precious village built on the cliff face and surrounded by vineyards. Vernazza is a colourful village sit among watercourses and verdant rocks. Finally, between two steep cliffs stands Riomaggiore, is a peaceful village where still today the work of fishermen daily continues.

We start from Levanto and take the provincial road in the direction of Genoa, the first six kilometers are uphill, the slow speed makes us fully enjoy the splendid views. At the end of the ascent, we make a brief stop to observe the red marble quarries, typical of this area.

Tour: on 17th July 2020 on 14th August 2020 on 9th September 2020 on 22nd October 2020 It is something of different in this area, the roman villa is interesting and is the only one with this ancient press for olive. Very nice and overlooking the bay of Portovenere is the path to reach the panoramic walk along the sea. Many steps. If you ar at least 5 people we can choose different day

Enjoy your day-trip from La Spezia Pier: meet your English speaking driver alongside your cruise ship and be driven to San Gimignano. A stroll through the core of San Gimignano, in the shadows of its surviving towers, is a delight. As the town was about a day's trek to Siena or Florence in the Middle Ages, it was a good stopover for pilgrims en route from those cities to Rome. Near the main gate, you can still see the remains of a 12th-century pilgrims' shelter. S.Gimignano counts 14 towers. A visit here also includes access to the archeological museum and Torre Grossa. After your walking tour enjoy a typical wine tasting and light lunch in one of the wineries of the area before heading back to La Spezia.

Have a sustainable tourism experience discovering the hidden side of the Cinque Terre, away from crowds. Breathe a quiet country atmosphere, at just 10 minutes train from Monterosso. Accompanied by your local and passionate guide, explore the beautiful village of Framura nestled on a hill that slopes down towards the sea. From the top of the village, in front of a magnificent panorama, walk on an easy paved path passing through colorful houses, vineyards, and gardens until reaching the picturesque tiny port. Meet a local winemaker, learn about the heroic Cinque Terre wines and have a wine tasting in the vineyard. That's a great way to support the hard work of local producers! - Sustainable travel experience - Support a local winemaker - Travel like a local, far from mass tourism - Easy path suitable for children - Walk gently downhill - Walk at your own pace, with no rush or strict schedule - Private guide at disposal, just for you

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, however the 6-Hour Day Tour allows you to get off and visit either Portovenere or 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.