Cinque Terre Excursion with expert local guide

THE ESSENCE OF COASTAL BEAUTY
Arianna & Friends organizes a fantastic tour to Cinque Terre, the most romantic locations of the coast of Nothern Italy, about 1 hour from Livorno, enlisted in the UNESCO world heritage.

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Details of our shore excursion:

– Private transfer by minivan (up to 8 passengers) or minibus (9 passengers or more) from the port of Livorno. In case of minivan our driver meets you directly at the ship in the morning and drives you for the whole day. In case of minibus our driver meets you at a bus parking area near the ship that you will reach by a fast free shuttle service organized by the port. On the way back the mininus will drop you off directly by the ship.

– Discover the charm of the Cinque Terre with a leisurely walking tour. Did you know that the Cinque Terre region has been declared a UNESCO World Heritage Site? It’s absolutely worth a visit.
Explore this unique and spectacular destination, just beyond the borders of Tuscany, accompanied by our expert guide. Your visit to the Cinque Terre will be tailored to weather conditions, and our guide will assist you in making the best choices for your day.

–  Typically, your journey begins in La Spezia, where you’ll rendezvous with your guide before embarking on a scenic train ride to your first destination. The slow regional train winds its way along the rugged coastline, providing breathtaking views of the sea and charming villages. Take your time to savor the experience, stopping for a gelato, coffee, or lunch at your leisure.

– In one of the villages the guide will give you one hour for lunch (not included in the program).

– Time and weather permitting, you’ll have the opportunity to explore three villages, often including Vernazza, Riomaggiore, and Monterosso. However, the route might also include Corniglia and Manarola. On the return journey, get ready for a captivating view of the Cinque Terre from the sea during a boat trip back to La Spezia. This unique perspective offers a fresh and unforgettable outlook on the landscape.

– Return within the early evening, depending on the docking time of the cruiseship.

Note: To save you valuable time, we plan to purchase skip-the-line tickets in advance for the boat and the train. During the peak season, waiting in line for 30-40 minutes is a real possibility. To avoid it, your guide will have the tickets ready for you upon arrival, and you’ll need to reimburse

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This is a list of specialties that you are likely to sample as part of the program of this tour. Please, note that the specialties of the tasting session and/or lunch may vary according to the season and the availability of the products in the day of the tour.

Italian gelato

Italian gelato

The best Italian gelato is made of very genuine seasonal ingredients with a specific knowledge of the technique of preparation developed in Italy for centuries. A good gelato is a good alternative of a proper meal according to the opinion of the best nutritionists.

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Caffè espresso

Caffè espresso

The most common coffee ordered at Italian bars is espresso. Its quantity is very small and it is supposed to be nicely creamy on the top. Many Italians sip it quickly while standing at a bar, so not sitting or longly debating around it.

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In our tour we like showing you places off the beaten track and introducing you to Tuscan people with their personal stories, careers and characters. You will have one of our guides with your party during the whole tour. Please, see below all the guides who can be with you. During this experience you can also meet some of the Tuscan friends involved in the events. Please, see below which friends you are likely to encounter.

Umberto

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Umberto

Umberto is the most experienced guide of the Cinque Terre park. Very friendly, professional and passionate, he is the best way to experience the beauty of the park. Whether by trekking along the trails, taking trains or comfortable boats, he will show you the most picturesque corners of the area while telling you about the fascinating history of the community living there.

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Tuscan drivers

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Tuscan drivers

The best drivers' company in Tuscany. Diego, Enzo and Andrea are skilled, reliable and experienced drivers in Tuscany who meet you during our tours and shore excursions. They speak good English and can cope with any logistic problem in the whole Tuscan territory. Their year-long experience is fundamental to study the best solutions and take any backroad in case traffic is slowing down our programs.

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