Unique things to do in Cinque Terre

A Cinque Terre Sunset Boat Tour is the most romantic and scenic tour you can experience when visiting the area! We will leave from the pier in Monterosso, you’ll get to admire the colorful five seaside villages from the sea, while we will tell you everything about local history and daily life. We will have an aperitif with local products to taste some typical Ligurian specialties, sipping prosecco and listening to music in the background. We'll go to explore a beautiful hidden coves, and in warmer months you’ll even be able to swim in the crystal clear waters of the National Park while enjoying the sunset. After a short break in picturesque Vernazza (during the less crowded and warm months) we will sail towards the sunset, enjoying this natural performance in the most romantic and peaceful moment of the day. We will be back in Monterosso after sunset. Other things to note Sunset Boat Tour is a shared experience that offers the opportunity to meet and socialize with other guests, who are often of different nationalities and cultures.

My guests will enjoy one of the best views of the hillside in Cinque Terre, enjoy local specialties and listen to my Bach played live on the piano. The focus of this year, 2023, will be J. S. Bach's Goldberg Variations and Six Partitas. I will welcome my guests into my property, inside the Cinque Terre National Park, where they will visit a young vineyard, learn about the building techniques of the old dry stone walls that are peculiar to this area and hear some historical background of what makes our area so unique. Afterwards, they will enjoy a full dinner, a selection of wines and my homemade lemon liqueurs while enjoying classical piano music played live. I provide transportation for a maximum of 10 guests per session, from Riomaggiore and back, at my expense. The whole event will take place outdoors, on my terrace above the vines. If the weather does not allow for an enjoyable outdoor setting the event will be cancelled and our guests entirely reimbursed. Bring along your camera, drinking water and an umbrella/blanket according to the weather.

We will meet up in Manarola, and after a quick walk through the village, which will be nice and quiet in the morning, we will start our adventure by taking a deep breath and hiking up to Volastra, a wonderful hamlet as far off the beaten path as you can get in this area. The hike is straight uphill and it will make you sweat, we promise! There will be plenty of visual rewards along the path, though, because you will get the most spectacular views of Manarola and the sea, almost like you were a drone (only without flying off the rocks!). Then, after approximately 1 hour, we will reach our destination. And there, only there, will you feel like you have earned your well deserved wine tasting. We will drink the wine of one of the greatest local winemakers right on his vineyard while looking at the Mediterranean directly below, almost touching the sky and rejoicing in the power of nature. After the wine tasting, our experience is finished. From Volastra, you can choose to continue on the trail to Corniglia, the next Cinque Terre town, go back down the trail to Manarola, or take the eco-bus down to Manarola at a cost of 2.50 per person. Rain can be serious in the Cinque Terre, so if it is raining too heavily, or if the National Park issues a weather alert, we won't be able to do the hike. In that case, we will take the bus up to Volastra at an additional cost of 2.50 per person.

We'll meet you in the harbor in Riomaggiore and depart on our magical sunset tour. We'll slowly make our way up the Cinque Terre coast, stopping in front of each village to give you a little bit of history and insider information, as well as the opportunity to take photos of the villages from the sea - hands down the best way to capture each village's beauty. Once we reach Monterosso we'll turn around, and with the sun setting behind us, we'll slowly head back to Riomaggiore. You'll sip bubbles while cruising. Yuri is a local wine expert and has his own vineyards, so he's able to provide you with information about how grapes are grown on our cliffs, and what makes the Cinque Terre wine which you'll be drinking so unique. You'll also be munching on homemade focaccia from the local baker, made fresh daily, and a must-try food while in the Cinque Terre. You can jump in the sea during the tour as well for a sunset dip. Take a deep breath - this is paradise. Let us make your night, and maybe even your holiday here in the Cinque Terre, a lifelong memory, and show you 'La dolce vita. The tour lasts around 2.5 hours depending on whether guests swim or not.

In a unique trip, away from the tourist flow, you will paddle in the wonderful landscape of the Cinque Terre (Unesco site) and Portovenere shores and you will discover the amazing history of Cinque Terre and its secrets from a really different point of view. And if you would like something else out of the usual routes...take a look to this: https://www.airbnb.it/experiences/220235 Other things to note In case of rough sea conditions (incompatible with safety) in Monterosso, if possible, the experience could be moved in the Portovenere and Palmaria archipelago national park. This experience is doable for everybody, from beginners to skilled kayakers.

We will leave from the pier in Monterosso at about 10 a.m. You’ll get to admire the colorful five seaside villages from the sea, while we will tell you all about the history, the geographical and cultural curiosities that characterize this region. Meanwhile you’ll enjoy a delicious aperitif with focaccia, pesto and other typical local products, sipping prosecco and listening to music or simply to the sweet sea lapping. We will discover beautiful coves and dive to snorkel in the crystal clear waters of the National Park. After a short glide we will stop in Porto Venere for you to discover this amazing village described by Lord Byron, Shelley, George Sand and other great poets. We will also visit the suggestive Church of San Pietro, an ancient temple with a stunning view on the coastline. In the low season, not too chaotic and sultry, we'll also stop for a visit to the quaint village of Vernazza, or we will finish the tour enjoying the local crystal clear sea once more. We will be back in Monterosso by 3 p.m. Other things to note New way to Explore 5Terre&PortoVenere is a shared experience that offers the opportunity to meet and socialize with other guests, who are often of different nationalities and cultures. If you are interested in a tour just of Cinque Terre, you can contact us directly on our website Seabreezeboattours.

Sunsets in the Cinque Terre are a must-see... and having a front row seat on this beautiful Liguria gozzo is a must-do! This is a leisurely, romantic boat tour of the stunning Cinque Terre coastline (from Riomaggiore to Vernazza, round trip), with aperitif on board! Relax with a cup of local white wine and enjoy the spectacular view! Oh, and don't forget your swim suits - there's a beautiful swim stop, right at sun down! Tour will embark from and return to Riomaggiore. Max 12 on board . Local white wine and focaccia is provided on board.

The Cinque Terre may be known for their stunning cliffs and breathtaking hikes, but the best views aren't actually from dry land....... Jump on this awesome boat tour and we'll take you to see the first four Cinque Terre towns (the best of the five!) - you'll swim in the Ligurian Sea just as the sun is setting in and you'll learn tons from your local, English speaking captain, who'll answer any questions you'll have! Eat and drink local wine and food... music.. meet new friends... this will be your favorite Cinque Terre memory! All of our tours will start and end in the stunning marina in RIOMAGGIORE. Groups are small, with no more than 12 guests on board. *Please note that this tour includes only local white wine, water and focaccia. If you do not drink white wine or eat focaccia, feel free to bring any food and drinks with you on board!

Want to see the Cinque Terre like a local? Swim without crowds and meet people just like you? This FUN, complete tour of the Cinque Terre towns, kicks off in Riomaggiore - You'll see the Cinque Terre coastline from the sea (from Riomaggiore to Vernazza, round trip), jump off the boat for a swim in the middle of the Ligurian Sea (there's nothing like it!) and have the best photos to show your friends and family! This is the perfect, complete tour for those who want a relaxing and hassle free visit to the most beautiful parts of the Cinque Terre!

A 7-hour mini cruise where you can experience the sea in total relaxation on a typical Italian boat, the new Ghibli, with the first Airbnb Hosts Experiences in Cinque Terre. We will sail all along the Unesco heritage coast, you can admire all the small villages of Cinque Terre from the colorful cottages and Portovenere, so much loved by the English poet Lord Byron. You can take photos, swim, listen to music, drink a good Prosecco DOCG served with cold snacks, all offered for free. If you can't find availability, send a message. Other important information: 1. The experience will be confirmed the day before based on weather conditions. For us, the safety, comfort and satisfaction of our guests comes first and foremost. 2. Timeliness. 3. Boarding/disembarking agility. 4. No pets allowed. 5. It is not permitted to bring food, snacks or alcoholic beverages. 6. We do not provide beach towels, masks, costumes or anything else. 7. Nothing is good onboard. 8. Experience not recommended for those with sea sickness. 9. The experience is cancelled only in bad weather and sea conditions, it does not cancel if it is simply cloudy. We can't wait to have you in Cinque Terre.

In this experience you will learn how to make Genoese Pesto by pounding all the ingredients in a mortar, according to the traditional technique and according to the recipe of my grandmother who, with her personal mortar, prepared it when I was little. Finally, you can taste the sauce that you have made with a plate of testaroli, a typical Lunigiana pasta, a glass of wine and between pleasant chats you will discover the history and tradition behind which the flavors of Ligurian cuisine are hidden. The experience takes place in an authentic XVI century private house in Riomaggiore where you will find the table ready and, after a glass of prosecco, we can start working to create the best pesto you have ever tasted and enjoy a wonderful terrace overlooking the sea. This experience is recommended for 2 or more people. NOTE: Genovese pesto is NOT vegan and NOT suitable for people with nut intolerance or severe gluten intolerance (we can use an alternative packed gluten-free crackers or similar but cross-contamination is inevitable).

we will leave aboard a comfortable boat for the fascinating 5 lands. swimming in coves accessible only from the sea, snorkeling surrounded by colorful fish and the view of the wonderful 5 lands from a unique point of view! Monterosso, Vernazza, Corniglia, Manarola and Riomaggiore the 5 wonders that inspired poets and writers and where the last disney film Luca was set, from a privileged point of view: the sea! And to conclude with a flourish, an aperitif on board will be offered based on local wine and homemade focaccia from our oven! Far from mass tourism, equipped with every comfort, you will surely experience an unforgettable day of your holidays!

Welcome to our experience! With the two captains Steeven and Christian, we will leave from the Riomaggiore Marina to the following village of Manarola and let our other friends board and then continue (stopping in each village from the sea,  to take many beautiful photos,  all this always close to the coast), we will continue  towards Corniglia, the only village that is 100 meters from sea level, we will visit caves accessible only by the sea ,we will stop for one or two stops to swim and snorkel together with the fish , on board we will offer you white wine, prosecco ,coca-cola beer or water and snacks such as the Ligurian focaccia. We will arrive in Vernazza one of the villages most loved by tourists, and finally we will arrive in Monterosso, the largest village, and we will admire its beaches. We will leave the coast to admire the sun setting and we will  return calmly. At the end of the tour you will be able to descend to Manarola or Riomaggiore.

The Gulf of the Poets, named after Lord Byron and Shelley who lived here and took inspiration from its beauty, is dominated by Portovenere and the 3 Islands (Palmaria, Tino and Tinetto), which all are part of Unesco World Heritage Sites. The 3 small inaccessible Islands are located just in front of Portovenere, the pearl of the Gulf, and are rich in vegetation and animals. Their beauty, especially at the Golden Hour, is breathtaking! With a 1 hour tour, starting from the port of La Spezia (Passeggiata Morin), I'll guide you through the hidden gems of the Gulf and the 3 Islands : • Torre Scola, a 16th century military fort built at the center of the Gulf and damaged during the Napoleonic wars • Portovenere, the true pearl of the Gulf, with it enchanted village and San Pietro ancient romanic church, known as the world's most beautiful one • "Azzurra" grotto in Palmaria, shining gold at sunset • The Tino old-lighthouse, one of the few remaining in Europe • "Madonna Stella Maris" statue emerging from the sea outside Tinetto • The dismissed cableway used until the II World Wars to load the marble from the local quarry • The many unique military installations from the 1st and 2nd World Wars Other things to note We'll wait for you at the boarding point (HopHop Boat - Piattaforma Galleggiante), 5 minutes before the departure time.

Learn to make the most famous salsa in Liguria: PESTO!! Cook with me, I've learned from Grandma Linda! We make everything from scratch, by pestle and mortar, using only selected ingredients! We will be in a typical Cinque Terre winery, furnished with stone and wood, a dip in 19th-century Vernazza! After preparing pesto, we will taste 3 wines from Cinque Terre and 3 Ligurian oils and eat our sauce with the typical focaccia!

A Cinque Terre Sunset Boat Tour is the most romantic and scenic tour you can experience when visiting the area! We will leave from the pier in Monterosso, you’ll get to admire the colorful five seaside villages from the sea, while we will tell you everything about local history and daily life. We will have an aperitif with local products to taste some typical Ligurian specialties, sipping prosecco and listening to music in the background. We'll go to explore a beautiful hidden coves, and in warmer months you’ll even be able to swim in the crystal clear waters of the National Park while enjoying the sunset. After a short break in picturesque Vernazza (during the less crowded and warm months) we will sail towards the sunset, enjoying this natural performance in the most romantic and peaceful moment of the day. We will be back in Monterosso after sunset. Other things to note Sunset Boat Tour is a shared experience that offers the opportunity to meet and socialize with other guests, who are often of different nationalities and cultures.

we will leave aboard a comfortable boat for the fascinating 5 lands. swimming in coves accessible only from the sea, snorkeling surrounded by colorful fish and the view of the wonderful 5 lands from a unique point of view! Monterosso, Vernazza, Corniglia, Manarola and Riomaggiore the 5 wonders that inspired poets and writers and where the last disney film Luca was set, from a privileged point of view: the sea! And to conclude with a flourish, an aperitif on board will be offered based on local wine and homemade focaccia from our oven! Far from mass tourism, equipped with every comfort, you will surely experience an unforgettable day of your holidays!

My guests will enjoy one of the best views of the hillside in Cinque Terre, enjoy local specialties and listen to my Bach played live on the piano. The focus of this year, 2023, will be J. S. Bach's Goldberg Variations and Six Partitas. I will welcome my guests into my property, inside the Cinque Terre National Park, where they will visit a young vineyard, learn about the building techniques of the old dry stone walls that are peculiar to this area and hear some historical background of what makes our area so unique. Afterwards, they will enjoy a full dinner, a selection of wines and my homemade lemon liqueurs while enjoying classical piano music played live. I provide transportation for a maximum of 10 guests per session, from Riomaggiore and back, at my expense. The whole event will take place outdoors, on my terrace above the vines. If the weather does not allow for an enjoyable outdoor setting the event will be cancelled and our guests entirely reimbursed. Bring along your camera, drinking water and an umbrella/blanket according to the weather.

We will meet up in Manarola, and after a quick walk through the village, which will be nice and quiet in the morning, we will start our adventure by taking a deep breath and hiking up to Volastra, a wonderful hamlet as far off the beaten path as you can get in this area. The hike is straight uphill and it will make you sweat, we promise! There will be plenty of visual rewards along the path, though, because you will get the most spectacular views of Manarola and the sea, almost like you were a drone (only without flying off the rocks!). Then, after approximately 1 hour, we will reach our destination. And there, only there, will you feel like you have earned your well deserved wine tasting. We will drink the wine of one of the greatest local winemakers right on his vineyard while looking at the Mediterranean directly below, almost touching the sky and rejoicing in the power of nature. After the wine tasting, our experience is finished. From Volastra, you can choose to continue on the trail to Corniglia, the next Cinque Terre town, go back down the trail to Manarola, or take the eco-bus down to Manarola at a cost of 2.50 per person. Rain can be serious in the Cinque Terre, so if it is raining too heavily, or if the National Park issues a weather alert, we won't be able to do the hike. In that case, we will take the bus up to Volastra at an additional cost of 2.50 per person.

Come to visit my family vineyard and taste our wine! We will take a short trek of about half an hour to reach the Eroico Vineyard, one of the most beautiful in the Cinque Terre. Once you arrive, you can discover a Unesco Heritage and enjoy an unique view of the sea and Vernazza. In the vineyard, we will taste three different glasses of Eroico wine, produced by my dad, and local snack, cooked by my mom. I will accompany you throughout the experience. I'm an hiking guide, a II level sommelier and the youngest member of the family who manages the Eroico vineyard. P.s. If you are looking for new dates on the calendar, contact me!

We'll meet you in the harbor in Riomaggiore and depart on our magical sunset tour. We'll slowly make our way up the Cinque Terre coast, stopping in front of each village to give you a little bit of history and insider information, as well as the opportunity to take photos of the villages from the sea - hands down the best way to capture each village's beauty. Once we reach Monterosso we'll turn around, and with the sun setting behind us, we'll slowly head back to Riomaggiore. You'll sip bubbles while cruising. Yuri is a local wine expert and has his own vineyards, so he's able to provide you with information about how grapes are grown on our cliffs, and what makes the Cinque Terre wine which you'll be drinking so unique. You'll also be munching on homemade focaccia from the local baker, made fresh daily, and a must-try food while in the Cinque Terre. You can jump in the sea during the tour as well for a sunset dip. Take a deep breath - this is paradise. Let us make your night, and maybe even your holiday here in the Cinque Terre, a lifelong memory, and show you 'La dolce vita. The tour lasts around 2.5 hours depending on whether guests swim or not.

Learn to make the most famous salsa in Liguria: PESTO!! Cook with me, I've learned from Grandma Linda! We make everything from scratch, by pestle and mortar, using only selected ingredients! We will be in a typical Cinque Terre winery, furnished with stone and wood, a dip in 19th-century Vernazza! After preparing pesto, we will taste 3 wines from Cinque Terre and 3 Ligurian oils and eat our sauce with the typical focaccia!

We will meet in Levanto, at our garage (located in via Galli 62, 7-minute walk from the train station). After the explanations on the correct use of pedal-assisted bicycles, we effortlessly start to go uphill in the beautiful valley of Levanto, where our journey into the beauty and the history of this region begins. Stops for taking pictures are always welcome. The first longer stop is at the sacred sanctuary of "Madonna di Soviore", right above Monterosso. This amazing place has 1300 years of history, and the panorama of the National Park and the coast towards Portofino is simply amazing. Here you can also find a cafeteria, a restroom, and a fountain for refilling your bottle of water. We then proceed further into the National Park of the Cinque Terre. The panorama slowly opens at the point that we will be able to see the coast of the Cinque Terre until Riomaggiore. If the air is dry enough, it's also possible to see Corsica on the horizon. We arrive at a panoramic spot right above Vernazza. From here we can have the most iconic view of the Cinque Terre: the small colorful houses, the small bay of Vernazza, the clear water of the Ligurian Sea, and the hills and vineyards surrounding the town. Paradise has to be nearby! ;-) In another 5 minutes, we arrive at the second sacred sanctuary that we visit on the tour: "Madonna di Reggio", above Vernazza. Here we

Our daytime tour departs from Riomaggiore, the southernmost village in the Cinque Terre. We slowly make our way up the coast to Monterosso, with many stops along the way. We will stop in front of every village to snap photos from the boat. And don't forget your suit because we love to stop for swims. During the tour we'll stop at caves (a perfect place to jump off the boat for a dip), followed by checking out a waterfall. Time to swim is included in this tour. After we have arrived in Monterosso we'll head off shore so you can see the entire Cinque Terre coast and this beautiful prospective as we head back to Riomaggiore. With max 11 guests, our tours are intimate. Please note we no longer offer prosecco or focaccia on our day tours but feel free to bring your own!

In a unique trip, away from the tourist flow, you will paddle in the wonderful landscape of the Cinque Terre (Unesco site) and Portovenere shores and you will discover the amazing history of Cinque Terre and its secrets from a really different point of view. And if you would like something else out of the usual routes...take a look to this: https://www.airbnb.it/experiences/220235 Other things to note In case of rough sea conditions (incompatible with safety) in Monterosso, if possible, the experience could be moved in the Portovenere and Palmaria archipelago national park. This experience is doable for everybody, from beginners to skilled kayakers.

Pesto is a cold basil sauce, ideal with fresh handmade pasta, but also for unconventional yummy tapas! Plus, it was also Sinatra's favorite ;-) We'll learn how to prepare it following the original recipe, while sipping a glass of Cinque Terre wine and enjoying a typical local "aperitivo", each one with his/her own white marble mortar and the needed ingredients. Once the sauce done, we'll taste it on local focaccia toasts and in case you have some extra pesto left in your mortar you'll even get a food box to take it home! During the class I'll tell you everything about this basil sauce, its ingredients, but also its conservation and the ideal pastas and recipes to go with. Once back home you'll be able to impress your family and friends with a typical Italian Riviera meal ;-)

You will be taken to see all of the Cinque Terre in the best moment possible when the fading lights of the sunset and the quiet atmosphere will be the perfect frame for an unforgettable  experience. During the tour, you will be served local wines, prosecco and some appetizers like pizza and focaccia. This option is  designed for couples, for the ones of you looking for the perfect picture, for wine lovers and for the ones who are simply looking for some relax during the best moment of the day.  The boat will start from Riomaggiore harbor and we will stop in front of each towns of Cinque Terre. You will have a local skipper on board to let you know some secret of the towns.

Our 3 hour tour is the perfect and COMPLETE way to see the Cinque Terre! Embarking from Riomaggiore, we'll start with a visit to Canetto, a secluded beach only accessible by boat -- the perfect spot for your first dip in the Ligurian Sea! We'll then visit the first four towns (the best of the Cinque Terre) - Riomaggiore, Manarola, Corniglia and Vernazza. On our way back, you'll have another opportunity for a refreshing swim in front of Vernazza. Our local, English speaking skippers will explain history and respond any questions you might have! Don't forget your camera - the views are nothing like what you see from the towns or the trails! This boat holds up to 12 guests on board, but we want you to be comfortable and do not take more than 10 guests.

Welcome to our experience! With the two captains Steeven and Christian, we will leave from the Riomaggiore Marina to the following village of Manarola and let our other friends board and then continue (stopping in each village from the sea,  to take many beautiful photos,  all this always close to the coast), we will continue  towards Corniglia, the only village that is 100 meters from sea level, we will visit caves accessible only by the sea ,we will stop for one or two stops to swim and snorkel together with the fish , on board we will offer you white wine, prosecco ,coca-cola beer or water and snacks such as the Ligurian focaccia. We will arrive in Vernazza one of the villages most loved by tourists, and finally we will arrive in Monterosso, the largest village, and we will admire its beaches. We will leave the coast to admire the sun setting and we will  return calmly. At the end of the tour you will be able to descend to Manarola or Riomaggiore.

We will leave from the pier in Monterosso at about 10 a.m. You’ll get to admire the colorful five seaside villages from the sea, while we will tell you all about the history, the geographical and cultural curiosities that characterize this region. Meanwhile you’ll enjoy a delicious aperitif with focaccia, pesto and other typical local products, sipping prosecco and listening to music or simply to the sweet sea lapping. We will discover beautiful coves and dive to snorkel in the crystal clear waters of the National Park. After a short glide we will stop in Porto Venere for you to discover this amazing village described by Lord Byron, Shelley, George Sand and other great poets. We will also visit the suggestive Church of San Pietro, an ancient temple with a stunning view on the coastline. In the low season, not too chaotic and sultry, we'll also stop for a visit to the quaint village of Vernazza, or we will finish the tour enjoying the local crystal clear sea once more. We will be back in Monterosso by 3 p.m. Other things to note New way to Explore 5Terre&PortoVenere is a shared experience that offers the opportunity to meet and socialize with other guests, who are often of different nationalities and cultures. If you are interested in a tour just of Cinque Terre, you can contact us directly on our website Seabreezeboattours.