Cinque Terre from Florence: The 15 Best Day Trips to the Coast

1.Cinque Terre Day Trip with Optional Hiking or Pisa

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 8,486 reviews · 13 hours (approx.) · from $66Our pick

Leave Florence at 7:20 am for a guided day in the Cinque Terre, with transport, village time, and a boat ride when weather allows. Choose a guided coastal hike or, on the Pisa option, visit three villages without hiking. Guides have included Claudia, Chris, Joana, and Alessandro, though names vary by departure.

“We had amazing guides in Ado, Alessandro, and Emiliano! Busy day but didn’t feel rushed at all - they took care of everything to ensure we had an amazing experience. Would highly recommend for those looking to experience all of Cinque Terre”

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2.Cinque Terre Day Trip with Optional Hike

★★★★★★★★★★4.8 · 4,178 reviews · from $152

Take a 13-hour guided trip from Florence to all five Cinque Terre villages. Ride local trains, see the coast by boat when weather and season allow, and choose a roughly 3.2-kilometer hike from Corniglia to Vernazza. Guides such as Chris, Claudia, Emma, Manuel, and Noemi have led departures, though your guide may differ.

“This was hands down the best tour I’ve been on ever. I went with my mum and we had such an epic time exploring cinque Terre. Our guides Chris and Claudia went above and beyond for our group and we couldn’t have asked for a better day. Thanks to Chris especially for being our main guide, giving us recommendations on what to eat and all the knowledge and humour he provided along the trip. Also, we loved the hike - it was a little tiring because it was so warm but the views were sensational. Don’t hesitate to book this tour as no doubt you will also have a fantastic…”

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3.Cinque Terre Park Day Trip with Optional Street Food

★★★★★★★★★★4.5 · 3,593 reviews · 12 hours 30 minutes (approx.) · from $60

Leave Florence at 7 a.m. for a full day among Manarola, Monterosso, Vernazza and Riomaggiore. A multilingual tour leader handles the coach and village transfers, then gives you free time to explore. Choose an option with local train and boat tickets, and add a light street-food lunch if available.

“This tour was great we got to visit 4 out of the 5 villages in cinque terre which is a lot but this tour made it doable. I felt like the time in each area was organized in a way that allowed you to get the most of each village. We had a big group and our tour guy Constantino did a great job keeping a group that big together and on time. He also did the entire tour in 3 languages which is pretty impressive… I know some people when they select one language they expect to get only that language. It didn’t bother use but def something to…”

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4.Seaside Beauty Day Trip to Cinque Terre

★★★★★★★★★★4.4 · 2,577 reviews · from $130

Travel from Florence to Cinque Terre by air-conditioned coach, then use local trains and a seasonal boat to visit Manarola, Vernazza, Monterosso and Riomaggiore. Your guide handles the transfers and gives you free time to explore, eat or swim. Guides have included Alex, Lorenza and Federica. The boat runs from April through October, weather permitting.

“Wonderful day exploring the towns. Our guides were knowledgeable and informative. We were unable to do the boat transportation as there was inclement weather. Highly recommend.”

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5.Cinque Terre and Pisa Tower Tour from Florence Semi Private

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 1,406 reviews · from $285

Leave Florence at 7 a.m. in a Mercedes minivan with a group of up to eight. Explore Riomaggiore, Manarola and Vernazza by ferry and train, or choose an optional hike, then stop at Pisa’s Piazza dei Miracoli. Drivers such as Sara, Alberto and Claudius have shared route commentary along the way.

“The drive out was very calm and our guide was very friendly and informative. She was on time for each of the pickup spots. Family very much enjoyed her company and time together.”

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6.Cinque Terre and Pisa Day Trip

★★★★★★★★★★4.6 · 1,377 reviews · from $112

Travel from Florence by air-conditioned coach, then ride public trains to Manarola and Monterosso, with free time, Ligurian food and an optional guided hike. The day ends in Pisa, where you get time to see the Leaning Tower. English-speaking guides have included Dani, Nathan and Lorenzo, but your guide may vary.

“It was amazing, even though it was raining it was beautiful and worth seeing”

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7.Cinque Terre Day Trip with Optional Street Food

★★★★★★★★★★4.5 · 1,315 reviews · 13 hours · from $53

Travel from Florence to the Ligurian coast with a multilingual escort, then spend the day among Cinque Terre villages. Choose a transfer-only ticket for independent exploring or add train and seasonal ferry travel between stops. Optional street food is a small tasting, not a meal. Expect an early start, a long day, scenic views, and plenty of walking.

“It was amazing, the group was the right size, we had enough time in every village, this was the best tour we had in Italy.”

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8.Best of Cinque Terre Day Trip from Florence

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 1,004 reviews · 11 hours 30 minutes (approx.) · from $71

Leave Florence at 7:00 am by air-conditioned coach for a full day on the Cinque Terre coast. An English-speaking tour escort helps you navigate Manarola, Vernazza, and Monterosso, with local trains and a scenic boat ride included only in selected options. Expect vivid harbor views, time to eat or swim, and a long day with a tight schedule.

“Great day trip to see 3 of the 5 villages. Frederico our tour guide was friendly and knowledgeable , kept everyone on schedule, made all our trains on time.”

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9.Cinque Terre & Pisa Day Trip

★★★★★★★★★★4.5 · 727 reviews · 12 hours 15 minutes (approx.) · from $83

Ride from Florence through Tuscany to Liguria, then use local trains to reach Manarola and Monterosso. You’ll have free time in both villages and in Pisa, plus an optional gentle walk past vineyards and olive groves. English-speaking guides, including Elizabeth, Ornella and Nathan on some departures, help keep the day moving.

“Ornella was a terrific guide, went out of her way to make the group feel special. We were busy non stop, a totally great experience”

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10.Cinque Terre and Pisa Full Day Tour from Florence

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 449 reviews · 12 hours 30 minutes (approx.) · from $60

Leave Florence at 7:00 am by air-conditioned coach for Manarola, Monterosso and Pisa, traveling between the coastal villages by local train and, depending on the day, boat. An English-speaking, multilingual tour leader keeps the day moving, with guides including Lorenza, Lucia and Chiara on past departures. Expect scenic views and time to explore independently, not a full guided walk at every stop.

“Good value. Efficient and organised. Friendly and informed guide. Well worth doing. Giovanni and Violetta were great.”

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11.Pisa and Cinque Terre Day Trip from Florence in a Small Group

★★★★★★★★★★4.5 · 418 reviews · 13 hours (approx.) · from $181

Leave Florence at 7:30am with an English-speaking tour leader for Pisa and Cinque Terre by regional train. You get free time at the Leaning Tower and in coastal villages, with time for photos, food, or a swim. Guides such as Ned, Kristina, and Marie have earned praise for clear train directions and helpful local tips, though the schedule can change in summer.

“Francesca was amazing! She was so knowledgeable and went above and beyond to make our experience amazing. And the views were breathtakingly beautiful.”

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12.Pisa and Cinque Terre Day Tour – Small Group

★★★★★★★★★★4.5 · 373 reviews · from $147

Leave Florence at 7:30 AM with a tour manager, then travel by regional train to Pisa and Cinque Terre. You get free time at Pisa’s Piazza dei Miracoli and in Riomaggiore, Vernazza, and Manarola. Train tickets and the park entry are included; lunch and the optional Leaning Tower climb cost extra.

“Loved it. Wish we could have spent more time in each city, but we had a good time.”

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13.Cinque Terre Experience From Florence

★★★★★★★★★★4.5 · 220 reviews · 13 hours 20 minutes (approx.) · from $49Best value

Leave Florence by coach for the Ligurian coast, then explore Cinque Terre villages with a multilingual guide coordinating local transport. Expect free time for sea views, food and wandering, plus a long day and plenty of uphill walking. Ferry service is seasonal and weather dependent; the street-food option is not offered from November to March.

“It was incredible. We have the opportunity to visit 4 towns in one day! Cecilia; our guide was amazing.”

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14.Cinque Terre & Pisa Premium Tour from Florence

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 170 reviews · 12 hours (approx.) · from $122

Leave Florence at 8 a.m. in a small group of up to eight for a full day in Cinque Terre and Pisa. An English-speaking escort leads the visit, with a light walk through Manarola’s seaside vineyards, free time in Vernazza and a boat ride when sea conditions allow. The return route includes a short stop at Pisa’s Piazza dei Miracoli.

“Our guide was wonderful, very accomodating to a group. Great recommendations, and super informative.”

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15.Full-Day Private Cinque Terre Tour with Pisa

★★★★★★★★★★4.8 · 167 reviews · 11 hours

Spend a long day travelling from Florence to Cinque Terre with a private driver-guide, time in coastal villages, a short boat ride to Vernazza when conditions allow, and a Pisa photo stop. Guides have included Mario, Maurizio, Matteo, Andrea, and others. Train and ferry tickets are included; lunch is not.

“Maurizio gave such good information about the area and history!”

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