9 Boat Trips in Cinque Terre to Book Before You Go

1.Cinque Terre Tour by Boat

★★★★★★★★★★4.4 · 2,611 reviews · 8 hours · from $79Our pick

Sail from La Spezia through Cinque Terre’s coves, visit Monterosso and Vernazza, plus Riomaggiore or Portovenere, with onboard guide.

“It was a beautiful day in the morning … unfortunately after Monterosso, we were informed the sea was rough that our next stop @Vernazza have to cancelled 😞. Anyway we were happy to stop longer in Portovenere until 17.10pm with a glass of Cinque Terre white wine & apéritif spritz to end our boat journey here.”

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2.Round-Trip to Pisa Cruise Shore Excursion

★★★★★★★★★★4.5 · 978 reviews · 5 hours · from $51Best value

La Spezia to Pisa shore excursion by shuttle bus, guided walk and UNESCO Piazza dei Miracoli, with optional Leaning Tower tickets.

“There was a lot of walking on this trip, which can be very daunting. Our guide did a great job getting us from place to place so that we can really enjoy the sites.”

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3.Cinque Terre Hybrid Boat Tour from Monterosso

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 951 reviews · 2 hours 45 minutes (approx.) · from $143Top rated

Hybrid boat tour from Monterosso for village views, a sea-only swim stop, and Ligurian aperitif on the water.

“Highlight of our trip! The experience being out on the water was magical. Loved seeing each town from the sea. The host was great, friendly, and fun. LOVED jumping off the boat into the ocean. 10/10 would do this again!!!”

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4.Cinque Terre Full-Day Guided Trip With Cruise

★★★★★★★★★★4.3 · 644 reviews · from $157

A 13-hour Milan day trip to Cinque Terre with coach, boat views, and train connections plus guided time in Manarola and Monterosso from about $157.

“The spectacular scenic views make the long commute time worthy. The lady guide, Najma, was informative and attentive. She took Good care of us 🧡 The route is well-planned. Some nice free time (I wish I could have more) and I have seen a lot today. I would recommend this trip. Avoid weekends in summer as there will be too many tourists. 😉”

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5.Cinque Terre Boat Tour

★★★★★★★★★★4.8 · 599 reviews · from $135

A 4-hour speedboat tour from La Spezia to Cinque Terre and Portovenere, with village views, photo stops, and time to swim.

“So amazing and beautiful, fantastic music, views, and excellent captain and skipper. Loved every moment!! Would recommend to anyone.”

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6.Cinque Terre Guided Full-Day Trip With Cruise

★★★★★★★★★★4.0 · 559 reviews · 12 hours (approx.) · from $169

Guided full-day trip from Milan to Cinque Terre with coach pickup, Manarola and Monterosso time, plus a 90-minute coastal boat cruise.

“Lots of time on a bus, train, or boat. Very little free time. From getting up at 5am to meet the tour bus at 6:30, getting home at 8:30, a 14 hour at with barely 2 hours of free time.”

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7.Cinque Terre and Portovenere Full-Day Boat Tour

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 319 reviews

Full-day boat tour from La Spezia to Cinque Terre and Portovenere with swim stops, focaccia and wine, plus Monterosso time.

“Super captain! Very nice and chill day on sea with wonderfull views, swims, homemade foccacia & prosecco! Thank you for this great day! Alessandra & familglia”

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8.Cinque Terre: Hybrid Boat Tour with Swimming Stop

★★★★★★★★★★4.5 · 244 reviews · from $134

Small-group Cinque Terre boat tour from Monterosso with Prosecco aperitif and swimming stops at secluded coves along the coast.

“Roberta and Gabrielle were fantastic. that were very attentive. We were met with an unexpected coastal storm on the way back. Gabrielle handle the boat beautifully under the circumstances and Roberta kept us all calm. Thank you Roberta and Gabrielle!!”

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9.Portovenere and 3 Islands Boat Trip

★★★★★★★★★★4.7 · 224 reviews · 2.5 hours · from $81

2.5-hour speedboat tour from La Spezia to Portovenere’s 3 islands, sea caves, cliffs, and UNESCO Portovenere free time to swim.

“Sirena and her team took good care of us. We got to see the gulf of poets and Portovenere. I only wish we had more time to see Portovenere - it was beautiful and had delicious food. The tour did follow the itinerary as described. Thank you 😊 Sirena.”

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