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Unforgettable experience!
It was an unforgettable experience. We could enjoy a beautiful boat trip with a nice drink in hand and sailed to a nice spot where we could swim during the sunset.
Cinque Terre Sunset Boat Tour
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At a glance
- Duration
- 3–4 hours
- Price from
- $1,204 / person
- Location
- La Spezia, Italy
- Rating
- 5.0 / 5 · 14 reviews
- Languages
- EN, IT, ES
- Group
- Private
- Cancellation
- Free cancellation up to 24 hours before
- Confirmation
- Instant
- Ticket
- Mobile or paper ticket accepted
- Operator
- The Blue Boat Cinque Terre Tour
- Meeting point
- I will wait for you in front of the entrance to the Assonautica port.
Description
Departing from La Spezia, we will cruise past all five villages, hugging the coastline as not to miss the highlights of the rugged landscape, hidden coves and historic relics visible only by sea and under the guidence of our expert crew. Along the way, there will be time to stop and swim in the crystal clear blue sea, or simply relax on the boat, as the setting sun dances off the water. As we await the sunset, we will explore the magical bay of Portovenere, including Byron’s Grotto, before sharing a toast in front of the beautiful backdrop of Portovenere. We will then return to La Spezia in the beautiful twilight. For more information and for any discounts you can contact us directly through our website blueboatcinqueterre Departure times are indicative and will be confirmed after booking.
Schedule & prices
- Runs
- Every day
- Start times
- 5:30 PM
- Season
- Starts May 20, 2027
- Group price
- $1,204 per group of up to 6
Out at sunset: the 5:30 PM departure is under way when the sun sets, around 6:35 PM in the coming weeks.
From the operator’s live schedule on Viator, checked Oct 3.
Tour Options
Itinerary
Often overlooked but arguably the most beautiful of the coastal villages of the area, Portovenere is also the most ancient, with such historic wonders as the Church of St. Peter that perches almost camouflaged atop the sheer rock face at the westernmost point of the town, and the dominating Doria Castle that overlooks the village. UNESCO World Heritage Site along with the Cinque Terre
Monterosso al Mare
The northern most village of the Cinque Terre is Monterosso, which is separated into two sides: the historic center and the “new” side called Fegina, with a pedestrian tunnel connecting the two. Monterosso is more sprawling than the other villages and is the only one that offers beach services, therefore making it the most visited of the Cinque Terre.
Vernazza
Vernazza which is the smallest of the Cinque Terre, and commonly known as the most charming with a beautiful little harbor and the Church of St. Margaret of Antioch that sits right on the water. Here you will also see the Belforte Tower that sits right on the harbor as a beacon of protection for the tiny village.
Corniglia
Sitting 100 meters high on a cliff face, Corniglia is the only of the villages without a harbor and features a panoramic terrace where you can see Manarola and Riomaggiore to the south and Vernazza and Monterosso to the north.
Manarola
A short ride up the coast, and we find Manarola, which sits on the other end of the Via del Amore and is part of the municipality of Riomaggiore. Known for its wine production, Manarola produces the unique dessert wine called Sciacchetrà which can only be found in this area.
Riomaggiore
As we continue to cruise up along the coast, the last one of the Cinque Terre villages that we will come across is Riomaggiore. With brightly colored houses built vertically up the surrounding hills, Riomaggiore is the second largest of the five villages and is widely known for excellent diving spots off it’s coast in the protected marine area that stretches all along the Cinque Terre. Here you will also see where the world famous Via del Amore walking path starts, leading to neighboring Manarola.
What's included
Included
Capitan and fuel
Use of Snorkelling equipment
On this tour you will have the opportunity to enjoy an ample aperitivo consisting of wine, beer, soft drink, and local products served during the light sunset
Restroom on board
Traveller Ratings
5.0
14 reviews
How it compares in La Spezia
- Rated higher than 84% of 76 reviewed tours in La Spezia
Excurgo comparison of 301 Viator tours, recalculated daily.
Important Information
- Public transportation options are available nearby
- Infants are required to sit on an adult’s lap
- Suitable for all physical fitness levels
Cancellation
For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.
1+ days before100% refund
0–1 days before0% refund
Frequently asked questions
How long does Cinque Terre Sunset Boat Tour take?
Cinque Terre Sunset Boat Tour lasts about 3–4 hours. The itinerary has 6 stops.
How much does Cinque Terre Sunset Boat Tour cost?
Prices start at $1,204 per person for this La Spezia experience, booked through Viator with the price shown before checkout. There is 1 booking option, so the final price depends on the option you choose.
What days does Cinque Terre Sunset Boat Tour run?
According to the operator’s current schedule, it runs every day, starting at 5:30 PM.
Can I cancel Cinque Terre Sunset Boat Tour for free?
Yes. Cancel at least 1 day before the start for a full refund. Later cancellations are non-refundable.
Where does the tour start?
The meeting point is I will wait for you in front of the entrance to the Assonautica port. Hotel pickup is not part of this experience.
What languages is Cinque Terre Sunset Boat Tour offered in?
The experience is available in EN, IT, ES.
Is this a private or a group tour?
It is a private experience: only your party takes part. Up to 15 travellers can book together.
Is the tour suitable for children?
Infants are required to sit on an adult’s lap
Will my booking be confirmed immediately?
Yes, bookings are confirmed instantly.
Is Cinque Terre Sunset Boat Tour worth it?
Travellers rate it 5.0 out of 5 across 14 verified reviews; it is run by The Blue Boat Cinque Terre Tour.
Reviews(14)
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Best Tour
A spectacular private sunset boat tour of Cinque Terre! Unforgettable: The views, the history, the swim, the food and drinks — top notch! Great communications and awesome hospitality from all involved. Thank you to Sara and Simone we came out appreciating Cinque Terre and people of Italy so much more.
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A beautiful private cruise excursion away from the hustle and bustle
A great cruise excursion for those looking for something different to do out of port La Spezia. My family and I were not interested in the hour to Pisa with no traffic and two hours to Florence. We would have been rushed and spent more time on a bus than traveling. This was a beautiful, relaxing tour. From the beginning the company was very easy and pleasant to communicate with while booking and then continued to promptly answer any questions I had prior to the trip. Directions on where to meet were easy to follow. It’s a short walking distance from port. We were greeted by Simone and Catarina aboard the boat with fresh fruit, delicious foccia bread and any drink we could want. The snorkel/ swim spots were beautiful. The town stop was cute and a great experience. The 6 hours blew by. The food served was delicious and everything was taken care of for us from towels to Dramamine if we had needed. A beautiful way to spend the day along the Italian cost. This was a much better excursion than any cruise ship would offer. Thanks for a beautiful day and even more beautiful memories!
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BEST TOUR IN LA SPEZIA / CINQUE TERRE
The most exceptional tour and highlight of our Italy trip was our Cinque Terre tour with Sara and Simone. Booking and coordinating our trip with them was seamless. We were coordinating with Megan and she was very organized with our reservation, and even prepared our car transfer from the train to our airbnb and to the docks. They were very flexible with our schedule. Sara was a wonderful tour guide, she was very knowledgeable and engaging, we learned a lot about the history and landscape of the region. Our captain, Simone was amazing as well! We appreciate the time and effort it took for us to have an enjoyable tour, not rushing our stops and our swimming time. The boat itself is very clean, modern, comfortable and spacious for our family of four. The tasting (both the wine and the food) was enjoyable and delicious as well. Last and definitely not the least, we appreciate that they let us soak in the beautiful sunset with the wild goats. We enjoyed and loved this tour and have never experienced anything like it. If you are in the area and have the time, BOOK THIS TOUR! You are in for a treat!
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THE CINQUE TERRE
Experience that I recommend to everyone. After hitting the pavement for 4 days on the hiking trails along the 4 villages... a completely different approach by sea.
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Fabulous Time!
We had a fantastic time with Simone and Ilaria on the Blue Boat Cinque Terre sunset cruise - stunningly beautiful! We made memories to last a lifetime!
Operator response
Thank you so much Erin for taking the time to share your experience! We loved having you on board!
J
Dream tour by boat
An all-round successful boat tour to Cinque Terre. We were a total of 5 people and had reserved the tour from Germany in advance by email. Excellent contact. Reservation made without deposit or other. Then unexpectedly received an upgrade to the Blue Boat. 2 stops in the villages. Very pleasant crew. Drinks and snacks were served. Absolute recommendation. You can't look at the villages more beautifully.
Operator response
Thank you so much for taking the time to share your experience Josef! It was a pleasure to have you on board, and we hope we have the opportunity so see you again soon!
N
6h by boat, incredible experience to visit porto venere and the 5 lands
Superb comfortable boat, top crew, delicious meals, incredible experience thanks to Sarah and Simone. Thanks again! We'll be back!
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Fabulous journey!
Our family booked a tour as part of our Italian adventure this summer. I had many questions for Megan prior to our visit because we were staying in Lucca and not the Cinque Terre area. She promptly and patiently answered all of my questions. We booked the 6 hour day tour on the black boat. Our experience exceeded our expectations! The seas were a bit choppy the day of our tour, but are visit was just perfect. We toured all five villages from the sea and made a stop at Monterosso. After our tour of the villages, we stopped at swam off the coast of Porto Venere. We were treated to a delightful lunch before we headed back to La Spezia! I highly recommend seeing Cinque Terre from the sea. The views were spectacular and if you do so, do it with The Blue Boat Cinque Terre Tours!
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Sea excursion at sunset.
We were touring cinqueterre while explaining the story and bathing from time to time. It was extraordinary. They treated us wonderfully, the children enjoyed as Crazy with experience, plus, super nice Simone. We'll be back. Thanks for everything.
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