About this tour
A 10-hour guided day trip from Florence to Cinque Terre, exploring three of the five clifftop villages that cling to the Ligurian coast. Your driver picks you up in Florence and handles the drive while you take in the landscape. Based in Corniglia, you'll wander through Manarola and Vernazza, discovering each village's distinct character—from hidden alleyways to pastel facades perched above the sea. Lunch and wine tasting are yours to arrange, giving you flexibility to eat where the mood takes you.
Highlights
- Three villages: Manarola, Vernazzo, Corniglia—each with distinct character
- Winding alleyways and pastel-coloured buildings clinging to cliffs
- Wine tasting session in Corniglia's quieter, understated setting
- Private transport with knowledgeable English-speaking driver guide
- Air-conditioned vehicle for the Florence–Cinque Terre journey
What to expect
You'll be collected from your Florence accommodation and driven to Cinque Terre in a comfortable, climate-controlled vehicle. Once there, your guide will walk you through Manarola's colourful harbour, then Vernazzo's more theatrical waterfront, before settling in Corniglia—the quieter gem without a beach or busy port, but with genuine, unhurried charm. The villages reward wandering: steep steps, narrow passages, laundry fluttering between buildings. Lunch isn't included, so you choose where to eat and what to spend. A wine tasting in Corniglia caps the afternoon before your return drive to Florence.
Good to know
Bring comfortable walking shoes for steep village streets. Public transport connects the villages if you'd rather skip walking. The whole day is physically manageable for most fitness levels. Gratuities aren't included. Prams and wheelchairs are accommodated throughout.
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