Top Manarola Water Tours

Dramatic yet remote, the fishing villages of Italy’s Cinque Terre have to be seen to be believed. But built into the steep cliffs above the sea, the villages are tricky to visit by land alone. Avoid the complicated train timetables and the busy walking routes, and see the villages in the best way—from the deck of a private boat. This daytime cruise from La Spezia has everything you need to visit the UNESCO-listed region with ease, and includes a short stop in Portovenere and local snacks, too.

Get a taste of Cinque Terre on this 4-hour tour from Manarola, Cinque Terre, that combines a pesto demonstration, a boat cruise along the coast, and lunch. Travel to Cinque Terre via train with your group, then end the tour in Vernazza with a Cinque Terre trail pass to explore further if you wish.

Take in sweeping sunset views of the Cinque Terre coastline on a private boat cruise limited to six people. The evening’s itinerary includes an aperitif, Aperol Spritz, glass of prosecco, or soft drink, free time to relax with your group, and plenty of frame-worthy photo opportunities.

Arrive at the Cinque Terre in style with this boat cruise from La Spezia to Monterosso, the largest of the UNESCO-listed region’s villages. Offering a convenient and fun way to get to the Cinque Terre, the cruise also includes a stop in the port town of Portovenere, a chic spot often overlooked by the tourist crowds. Transport back to La Spezia is not included, making this a great option if you have plans to stay longer in the Cinque Terre region.

Starting from Manarola, while enjoying a welcome drink, you will sail across the entire Cinque Terre coast, to Punta Montenero which closes the south-east side of the wonderful Cinque Terre National Park. You will also have the opportunity to go for a swim near the coast, diving into the clear waters of the Ligurian Sea. Once everyone is back on the boat, we will head towards Punta Mesco, the most northwestern point of the National Park. From there you can admire the fascinating landscape made of lights and colors and - if you are lucky enough - you will see dolphins playing on the surface of the sea. On the tour we stop to take pictures of the Cinque Terre villages while our skipper explains and gives more detailed information for the Cinque Terre villages. We stop at some places to swim and snorkel, and there is an onboard aperitif with local wine, soft drinks, snacks.

The UNESCO-listed region of Cinque Terre is best seen from the water and this small-group tour has you covered. Board your small yacht, which accommodates up to six passengers, and sail from Monterosso to admire the five towns with their colorful homes and vineyards. Capture beautiful photos, stop for a dip in the Mediterranean, and sip on a complimentary glass of Prosecco over the course of the tour.