La Spezia Cinque Terre Sightseeing Excursion with Limoncino Tasting

Description

• One-way transportation from your Transportation Hub at the La Spezia cruise port!
• Expert multilingual escort!
• Cinque Terre's daily pass card to use the trains!
• Visit the villages of Vernazza, Monterosso, and Riomaggiore!
• Limoncino tasting at Monterosso!
• Amazing photo opportunities along the route!

Discover one of the most beautiful and popular places in Italy with this shore excursion and explore 3 villages of Cinque Terre - Vernazza, Monterosso, and Riomaggiore.

Once you arrive at the port of La Spezia, you will hop on the free port shuttle that will take you to the cruise terminal area. The tour guide will be waiting for you as you exit the shuttle. From there, it's a 20-minute walk to the train station where you will begin your adventure. On the walk, you will discover the beautiful city center of La Spezia as your guide leads the way.

The first stop on your train ride will be Vernazza, a small fishing village that is probably the most characteristic of the Cinque Terre and is classified as one of the most beautiful villages in Italy. The village is enclosed by very steeply-terraced olive orchards which are said to produce among the finest olive oil in the country. Here you will enjoy some free time to discover the village. This little village is surrounded by subtle colorful pastels and the charming piazza is lined with good restaurants and bars.

Up next is Monterosso, also known as Monterosso al Mare. This town anchors the Cinque Terre on the northern end.  Here you will find different attractions besides restaurants and shops. The village, known for its lemon trees and anchovies, is delightful. Split in two, its new and old halves are linked by an underground tunnel burrowed beneath the San Cristoforo cliff. One of the activities you will be able to enjoy is a Limoncino tasting. This a traditional lemon liqueur from this region which you will have the opportunity to taste in one of the most traditional shops. While In Monterosso, you will have free time to discover the village and have lunch. Among the attractions is a panoramic terrace, where you can see the statue of St. Francis of Assisi.

The last stop will be Riomaggiore. Cinque Terre's easternmost village, Riomaggiore is also the largest. The town climbs up along the ridges overlooking the sea and it is characterized by the typical stone houses with colored facades and slate roofs. Discover and walk through the narrow streets of this town, where you can take in beautiful landscapes. Visit the fishing port and a panoramic terrace from where you will appreciate the particular construction of Riomaggiore and the Gulf of Cinque Terre.

At the end of your time in Riomaggiore, you will hop back on the train for the return trip back to La Spezia. The excursion will end at the train station where you can explore on your own or take a short taxi ride back to the cruise terminal where you can catch the shuttle back to the ship. Don't forget your camera as this beautiful landscape will leave you speechless!

What is included?

• Round-trip transportation from your Transportation Hub at the La Spezia cruise port
• Expert multilingual escort
• Cinque Terre daily pass card to use the trains
• Visit Vernazza, Monterosso and Riomaggiore
• Limoncino tasting at Monterosso
• Amazing photo opportunities along the route
• Escape the cruise ship shore excursion crowds and enjoy the unique sights of Cinque Terre

Excursion Notes

• Excursion prices are quoted in US dollars.
• We suggest you have cash (Euros) on hand for the taxi ride back, purchases, refreshments, excursion staff gratuities, shopping, etc.
• Sensible, rubber-soled walking shoes are highly recommended along with sun protection.
• Please note that the excursion will end at La Spezia Train Station in the vicinity of the Port, a 10-15 minute taxi ride (cost not included).
• Please pay attention to the restrictions and requirements for this excursion, no refund will be granted if the requirements are not met.

Where we meet

For this La Spezia Full Day to Cinque Terre with Limoncino Tasting Excursion, you will meet your local excursion staff at the La Spezia bus terminal cruise port. All necessary details will be printed on your Electronic Shore Excursion Ticket.

Excursion Restrictions

• This excursion is not wheelchair accessible nor suitable for any guest will mobility/walking issues.
• This excursion is not suitable for strollers or scooters.
• Guests must be able to step in and out of the transportation.
• Guests must be able to walk on paved, gravel, and cobblestone surfaces.
• As these are hilltop towns, many of the streets are on inclines.
• There are steps required to enter several of the sites as well as steep curbs in some areas.
• Please consider if all members of your group including children will be able to do this excursion due to its walking/physical requirements.
• In case the original itinerary cannot be carried out due to major causes (strikes, road conditions, weather, etc.) in which the client's safety is not threatened, the local operator can modify the itinerary with alternative solutions, maintaining the duration and quality of the service.
  

Excursion FAQ

Cancellation

• Your ship arrives into port late and you cannot make it in time to the meeting location (we will verify with the tour operator).
• Your ship skips/misses the port.
• Weather conditions or equipment failure prevents the operator from running the excursion.
• A medical problem prevents you from safely participating in the excursion (we will verify with the excursion operator and the guest may send doctor's note). This applies to individuals only and not the remainder of the group.
  
• Cancellations/deposit refund requests that do not comply with the above may not be subject to refund.
• Refunds may be subject to a service charge fee as determined by the payment processor, please refer to Terms and Conditions for more information.