Discover Pisa and the Cinque Terre on a well-organized full-day trip from Florence, designed to maximize your time without the stress of logistics. Travel in a small group with a local tour leader, stopping in Pisa for photos and free time in Piazza dei Miracoli before heading to the Ligurian coast. Explore Manarola and Vernazza, with their colorful harbors, scenic views, and time to enjoy lunch or wander at your own pace. Train tickets between villages are included for a smooth experience. With a maximum of 8 participants, this tour offers a more personal, relaxed alternative—perfect for couples, friends, and travelers seeking comfort and efficiency in one day.
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From the operator’s live schedule on Viator, checked Oct 11.
Start your full-day adventure early in the morning from Florence and head towards La Spezia, the gateway to the Cinque Terre. Depending on the option selected, you will either travel in a comfortable minivan with a professional Tour Leader and a small group of maximum 8 guests, or independently by train with our Self-Guided Rail Package, using the train tickets and detailed travel instructions provided in advance. When choosing the Guided Small-Group Tour, your Tour Leader will take care of the day's logistics and provide information, local insights and interesting facts about the areas you visit, as well as recommendations to help you make the most of your free time. The journey to La Spezia takes approximately 2 hours. Sit back and enjoy the journey before reaching the Ligurian coast, where you will continue by local train to explore the beautiful villages of the Cinque Terre.
Arrive in La Spezia, the gateway to the Cinque Terre, and get ready to explore one of Italy’s most spectacular coastal destinations. From La Spezia train station, continue by local train into the Cinque Terre National Park, a UNESCO World Heritage Site famous for its colorful fishing villages set along the rugged Ligurian coastline. Before boarding the train, you will have some time to purchase a snack at a local shop or use the restroom facilities. From here, regional trains connect the Cinque Terre villages throughout the day and are the most practical way to travel along this unique stretch of coastline. Please keep in mind that the Cinque Terre is one of the most visited destinations in Italy, so crowds should be expected, particularly during peak season. Regional trains can also be busy and occasional delays may occur. Traveling by local train is part of the Cinque Terre experience and the most efficient way to move between the villages.
Your first Cinque Terre stop is Vernazza, one of the most charming villages along the Ligurian coast. Enjoy free time to explore its colorful streets, picturesque harbor and small beach. Take a walk, stop for a coffee or simply enjoy the atmosphere and beautiful coastal views.
Continue by local train to Manarola, famous for its colorful houses dramatically positioned above the sea. Enjoy free time to explore the village and walk towards the panoramic viewpoint for one of the most iconic views of the Cinque Terre. There will also be time to grab something to eat or drink at your own expense.
After visiting Manarola, take the local train back to La Spezia. From here, the journey continues towards Tuscany and your final stop of the day: Pisa.
Enjoy free time in Pisa to visit the famous Piazza dei Miracoli, home to the Leaning Tower, Cathedral and Baptistery.Take photos in front of the iconic Leaning Tower and explore the monumental square at your own pace. **Entrance to the Leaning Tower and other monuments is not included.**
After your visit to Pisa, begin the final journey back to Florence, bringing to a close a full day exploring two of Italy’s most celebrated destinations: the colorful villages of the Cinque Terre and the unmistakable landmarks of Pisa. Return to Florence is expected in the evening. Please keep in mind that traffic conditions and regional train schedules may occasionally affect the exact arrival time.
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For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.
Pisa & Cinque Terre from Florence Small Group Experience - Max 8 lasts about 13 hours. The itinerary has 7 stops.
Prices start at $124 per person for this Florence experience, booked through Viator with the price shown before checkout. There are 2 booking options, so the final price depends on the option you choose.
According to the operator’s current schedule, it runs on Tuesdays, Thursdays, Saturdays, and Sundays, starting at 7:30 AM.
Yes. Cancel at least 1 day before the start for a full refund. Later cancellations are non-refundable.
The meeting point is Florence Santa Marina Novella train station ( Firenze S.M.N). Travel independently by regional train. All required tickets and detailed travel instructions will be sent by our team 24 hours before the tour, ensuring a smooth and easy journey. Hotel pickup is not part of this experience.
The experience is available in EN.
It is a small-group experience with a maximum of 8 participants.
The tour is not stroller accessible
The tour is not stroller accessible
Yes, bookings are confirmed instantly.
Travellers rate it 4.6 out of 5 across 452 reviews on Viator and Tripadvisor; it is run by Italy on a Budget tours.
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Sandro was an organised host and was very caring of all of us. Roberto drove the bus and was so careful with his precious cargo! I would recommend this experience to anyone, any age ! A great day !
We're glad you had such a great time visiting these beautiful towns, Lisa! Cinque Terre and Pisa are truly breathtaking places. It's lovely to hear you felt so well looked after by Sandro and Roberto throughout the day. Thanks for the recommendation!
Authentic Italian Adventures. Valentina was our tour guide, was magnificent knowledgeable, informative, accommodating and friendly! I strongly recommend booking with this tour company and be sure to ask for Valentina!!!!
It’s wonderful to hear how much you enjoyed Valentina’s company, Diane! Thanks for the lovely recommendation. If you’re back in Florence, you could also join us to explore the Oltrarno neighborhood, with its local artisans, wine window and, of course, gelato!
Ned is a very knowledgeable and attentive guide. He took care of everything. My only issue is with Viator, they did not explain the transfer of logistics very well. We had a mixup in the morning and we were at the wrong pick up location The company in Florence went out of their way to fix our problem. Viator did nothing but take a percentage of the price.
Valentine was a great host and was very knowledgeable of all the areas we visited. Would recommend to everyone to use this company. Ask for Valentina.
Thank you so much for your recommendation, Kevin! It’s great to hear that Valentina made the day so enjoyable and shared so much knowledge about the places you visited. Cinque Terre and Pisa are such incredible places to explore! We really appreciate your kind words and hope to welcome you back again one day!
Luigi was excellent. Very informative and attentive. We had a great day!
Thank you so much for your review! It’s great to hear that you had such a good day with Luigi and appreciated how attentive and informative he was. Maybe next time you can join us to discover more Tuscan towns, like Siena, Cortona and Montepulciano!
Ned was great! We were able to see Cinque Terre and Pisa all in one day! Loved that this was a small group tour. Ned took us for a small hike that we would of never found on our own. He also took us to spots with great views for pictures. We had plenty of time to explore on our own. The only issue we have is the company changed the meeting point the day before our tour. The change was farther from the place we were staying at so we took a taxi I stead of walking.
Thank you so much for your lovely review, Angelique! We’re really happy you had such a nice day exploring Cinque Terre and Pisa. It’s also wonderful to hear that our tour leader Nedas showed you some beautiful viewpoints and took you on a little walk you might not have discovered on your own. Regarding the meeting point change, there were works affecting the train lines at the time, so we changed the transportation plan and arranged a van instead. This meant we also had to use a different meeting point for departure. We made the change to keep the journey as smooth and comfortable as possible for everyone. Thank you again for the recommendation, and we’re so glad you chose to spend the day with us!
Ned was a fantastic guide. Very knowledgeable and helpful! Highly recommended
We’re so glad you enjoyed your trip to Cinque Terre and Pisa, Kathleen! They’re both beautiful places, each in such a different way. Thank you as well for your kind words about Nedas and for the recommendation. Maybe next time you can join us for one of our other day trips, like Siena, Cortona and Montepulciano. We’re sure you’d enjoy discovering that side of Tuscany too!
What a great day with our guide, Valentina! This trip fit perfectly into our schedule and gave us a nice introduction to the beautiful villages of the Cinque Terre.
Kimberly, it’s so nice to hear that this day fit so well into your trip and gave you the chance to discover both Cinque Terre and Pisa with Valentina. We’re really happy you enjoyed exploring these beautiful places with her. Thank you so much for your kind words, and maybe we’ll get to show you another part of Italy next time!
Valentina was an exceptional guide! She really took the time to explain all the various destinations and gave us many tips to make our family trip more enjoyable. Valentina was very knowledgeable and enthusiastic and very personable. She answered all our questions and we really enjoyed our time with her. Highly recommend!!!
Thank you so much for your lovely words about Valentina! It’s so nice to hear that she helped make your family’s day even more enjoyable and shared so many helpful tips with you. We really appreciate the recommendation and would love to welcome you all back for another trip in Italy one day!
Valentina is a knowledgeable guide who shares a wealth of information with her guests. We spent an amazing day with her exploring the Cinque Terre and the monuments at Pisa.
Thank you so much for your kind words about Valentina, Kimberly! It’s lovely to hear that she made the day so enjoyable while you explored Cinque Terre and Pisa. Those places really are unforgettable. We’d love to welcome you back again one day!
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