Travel from Florence to Cinque Terre on the route that suits you
Check the current price for each option on GetYourGuide.The listed duration is 12–13 hours. Because traffic may delay the return, book any onward train from Florence for after 9:30 PM.Final booking with external provider
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Full-day trip

Florence · Cinque Terre

Travel from Florence to Cinque Terre on the route that suits you

12–13 h · EN live guide language
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This Walkabout Tours trip takes you from Florence to Cinque Terre. Choose all five villages with or without hiking, combine three villages with Pisa, or book return coach transport only. Your choice changes both the route and the inclusions.

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⚡ Expect walking and stairs even if you choose no hiking. · Prices vary by option and date; check the final amount before booking.

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✔ The described five-village route covers Manarola, Corniglia, Vernazza, Monterosso and Riomaggiore.
✔ Travel from Corniglia to Vernazza by train or on a guided hike, depending on your option.
✔ The Pisa option visits Vernazza, Monterosso and Riomaggiore without a hike.
✔ Expect walking and stairs even if you choose no hiking.

Quick summary before booking

Who is it for?

  • Travellers with a full day available from Florence
  • People comfortable with walking and stairs
  • Anyone willing to compare routes before booking

How long does it take?

The listed duration is 12–13 hours. Because traffic may delay the return, book any onward train from Florence for after 9:30 PM.

What's included?

  • Return bus or minivan transport
  • Expert guide according to the general inclusions list; guidance with “Transport Only” is unclear
  • Cinque Terre National Park admission and train tickets, except with “Transport Only”

Is it worth it?

It may suit you if you want to explore Cinque Terre from Florence and are comfortable with a long day. Compare all four options, the physical demands and possible costs before deciding.

💡 TourBookGo tip

Bring comfortable closed-toe shoes, water, a hat and sunscreen. Pack swimwear and a towel if you hope to swim; snorkelling is not offered. The listing permits luggage if you will stay in Cinque Terre or continue by train.

Choose how to cover the trail sectionThe five-village options use either a guided hike or a train between Corniglia and Vernazza.
Add time in PisaThe no-hike Pisa option covers Vernazza, Monterosso and Riomaggiore, with free time in Pisa.
Plan one day from FlorenceReturn transport starts in Florence; check the meeting point attached to your booking.
Know what your ticket coversPark admission and trains are listed for options other than “Transport Only”. Check possible extra costs.

📖 How the five-village itinerary works

The described route travels by road from Florence to La Spezia, about 2 hours by bus. It then continues by train through Manarola, Corniglia, Vernazza, Monterosso and Riomaggiore.

It includes a short guided walk among the vineyards in Manarola, steps up to central Corniglia and free time at several stops. Time at each stop is unspecified. The return is by train to La Spezia and by coach to Florence.

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Five villages without hiking: train from Corniglia to Vernazza.

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Five villages with hiking: guided walk from Corniglia to Vernazza.

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Three villages and Pisa: Vernazza, Monterosso and Riomaggiore, plus Pisa, without a hike.

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Your chosen option determines the route and what the booking includes.

Travel from Florence to Cinque Terre on the route that suits you
The boat depends on the day’s conditions. Optional boat

Four options with different plans

Alongside the two five-village routes, there is a three-village option with Pisa. The listing does not say when Pisa is visited or how long each stop lasts.

“Transport Only” provides a return coach journey from Florence. Its exact route and whether a guide accompanies travellers are unclear; train tickets and park admission are not listed as included with this option.

Five villages Optional hike Pisa option Transport only

What the reviews indicate

Your chosen option determines the route and what the booking includes.

The review summary highlights the organisation and guides’ explanations, while noting questions about inclusions and possible boat or train payments. Check the current rating and reviews on GetYourGuide.

12–13 hlisted duration
4options
ENlive guide language
24 hfree cancellation window

🗣️ What the reviews indicate

Organisation

The review summary mentions the organisation and the guides’ clear instructions.

Physical demands

Displayed reviews describe a long day with walking and stairs, even without the hike.

Costs to clarify

The summary notes requests for clearer inclusions and information on possible boat or train payments.

A boat trip is possible, but its terms need checking

The description mentions a possible boat trip, including on the Pisa option. Another line says it is not included and requires confirmation and payment on the day, without stating an amount.

It depends on weather and availability and may be replaced by a train. The listing says it does not operate from 1 November to 31 March, but another statement about late March to October is unclear. Confirm the current terms on GetYourGuide.

Travel from Florence to Cinque Terre on the route that suits you
Trail closures or bad weather may change the route. Flexible route
Travel from Florence to Cinque Terre on the route that suits you
Travel from Florence to Cinque Terre on the route that suits you
Travel from Florence to Cinque Terre on the route that suits you
Travel from Florence to Cinque Terre on the route that suits you

Compare each offer's terms

The main information on this page comes from GetYourGuide. Compare Viator's separate options and terms before booking.

GetYourGuide offer behind this page

Check which GetYourGuide option includes hiking, Pisa, local trains and national park entry.

Viator offer terms

  • Viator offers hiking, no-hiking, Pisa and transport-only options; inclusions depend on the option selected.
  • The transport-only option excludes Cinque Terre National Park admission and local train journeys.
  • Leaning Tower of Pisa admission is an extra in a separate Viator option; it is not part of the shared options described on this page.

Select the exact Viator option. Check the meeting point by Santa Maria Novella, language, inclusions and final price; a boat trip may cost extra.

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Before you book

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The listing shows a starting price, but option-specific prices are not detailed here. Check the current price, rating and reviews on GetYourGuide. Also clarify possible boat, train or park costs for your option.

DurationListed as 12–13 hours; time at each stop is unspecified.
GuideLive guide in English; guidance with “Transport Only” is unclear.
TransportReturn bus or minivan transport from Florence.
Trains and parkIncluded except with “Transport Only”.
BoatListed as not included; subject to confirmation and payment on the day.
Meeting pointVaries by booking; check the exact location on GetYourGuide.
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Prices vary by option and date; check the final amount before booking.

Travel from Florence to Cinque Terre on the route that suits you
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How to book this experience

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Compare options

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Book securely

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Is this trip right for you?

This is a long day for travellers hoping to see several villages from Florence. The no-hike option avoids the guided Corniglia-to-Vernazza hike, but walking and stairs remain part of the day.

The trip is unsuitable for children under 8, people with reduced mobility and wheelchair users. Closed-toe shoes are required; heels, sandals, flip-flops and other open shoes are prohibited.

Travellers wanting to see several Cinque Terre villages in a day. People choosing between a guided hike and a train journey. Travellers wanting to combine three villages with Pisa. People comfortable with a long day of walking and stairs.
Travel from Florence to Cinque Terre on the route that suits you
Confirm the meeting point when booking. From Florence

❓ Frequently asked questions

Does every option visit all five villages?
No. Two options cover all five villages; the Pisa option includes Vernazza, Monterosso and Riomaggiore. The exact route for “Transport Only” is not specified.
Does the no-hike option avoid all stairs?
No. Walking and stairs may still be involved, including the climb to central Corniglia. An alternative transfer mentioned in one review is not confirmed as a generally available option.
Is the boat trip included?
The inclusions list says it is not included and requires confirmation and payment on the day. It depends on weather and availability, and the listing leaves its precise operating period unclear.
What does the transport-only option include?
It specifies return coach transport from Florence. Its exact route and whether a guide accompanies travellers are unclear; park admission and train tickets are not listed as included.
Where does the trip start, and when should I book an onward train?
The meeting point varies by booking. The general description places the guide in central Florence but gives no exact address or precise finishing point. Because delays are possible, book an onward train for after 9:30 PM.

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Choose with the details in hand

Compare the options before leaving Florence

Decide between five villages by train or with a hike, three villages with Pisa, or return transport only.

Check the current price, inclusions, meeting point and booking terms for your chosen option on GetYourGuide.

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