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Discover the stunning Cinque Terre and Pisa by train on a small-group day trip from Florence with a knowledgeable guide. Stroll scenic streets, relax on beaches, and enjoy stunning views.

Highlights

• Stroll Pisa's Piazza dei Miracoli. Climb the Leaning Tower(optional)for views.
• Get glimpses of the pristine Mediterranean on the Ligurian Riviera
• Explore the villages of Riomaggiore, Manarola, and Vernazza
• Travel by local trains for a more authentic experience
• Small group Tour for a more personalized and intimate experience.

Description

We will meet at the main entrance of the pharmacy inside Santa Maria Novella train station at 7:30am. Look up for our Tour Leader, easily recognizable by their purple T-shirt. After a brief introduction about the day you will board on a train to Pisa. If you are running late and unfortunately miss the group, don't worry take the first train independently to Pisa and meet the group there. Upon arrival, follow your tour leader to the Field of Dreams (Piazza dei Miracoli), a verdant expanse home to the city’s most important sights: the Leaning Tower of Pisa, the Baptistery and the Duomo. Here you will be completely free to visit the main sights independently for 1h30mins During your free time you can pose for photos by the Leaning Tower and, depending on availability, head inside for a guided tour (own expense). Alternatively, make for the Duomo (own expense) to marvel at its carved pulpit by Giovanni Pisano, or head inside the Baptistery (own expense) to test the unusual acoustics or sit in a local bar for a coffee. If you wish to book in advance your tickets to the Leaning Tower, we recommend the 10:00am entrance, but make sure you confirm it with the operator before. Meet back with the rest of the group and your tour leader and take a 1h train to La Spezia, the gateway to the famous Cinque Terre, a string of five picturesque fishing villages along the rugged coastline. Cinque Terre can only be seen by local trains so expect some crowds and some train delays. First stop will be Riomaggiore famous for its colorful cliffside houses, scenic coastal views, and narrow winding streets. Enjoy your time to explore the picturesque port and charming alleyways in complete freedom. Note: During the summer months ( June to September ) & high season this village will be skipped to allow more time in the other villages due to the big crowds. Continue by train to Vernazza, a seaside town that surrounds a tiny, natural port. Vernazza is perhaps the most beautiful of the five villages of the Cinque Terre. Enjoy 1 hour free time to soak up the sun on the pretty beach, or dive into the cooling waters for a swim. In Vernazza you can enjoy also the elegant houses, the romantic restaurants and breathtaking viewpoints. Your final stop is Manarola renowned for its breathtaking coastal scenery. The village is perched on a rugged cliff overlooking the Ligurian Sea, with colorful houses cascading down to the harbor. This picturesque setting makes Manarola one of the most photographed locations in Italy. Here you will have 1 hour . Wander along the harbor and spend a few minutes snapping photos of the picturesque buildings that cascade toward the sea. From Manarola we will take the train back to La Spezia or Pisa. Here we will take the last train of the day to return back to Florence, where your tour concludes. The journey is 2h30m. On the way back you can simply have a nap and rest after a long day or chat with your new travel friends .

Includes

Tour manager All train tickets only if you book the classic tour (If you have booked the transport-only, the tickets from La Spezia to Cinque Terre are not included) Return transport to Florence Tips and information about the regions and places visited Entry ticket to the Cinque Terre national park (If you have booked the Classic Tour) Stop in Pisa to allow you to visit the leaning tower The best of Cinque Terre: Riomaggiore, Manarola and Vernazza

Important Information

• Wear comfortable footwear and clothes, and travel light
• The national park is often subject to landslides, and for this reason, the trails can be closed.
• A minimum of 8 people are required to run the tour
• The tour is fast-paced & budget-minded.A bit of walking is involved, you need to be physically fit.
• It's recommended to not make any travel arrangements for when you return to Florence in the event of any train delays
• Please keep in mind that trains to Cinque Terre are regional trains so no seats are assigned nor guaranteed. In high season( June, July & August )due to the popularity of the villages, the trains could be very crowded and hot, be prepared.In these months we will visit two villages instead of 3 to allow everyone to relax longer in the villages visited.
• The tour operator recommends not to bring valuable objects due to possible thieves. The tour operator is not responsible for any items lost or stolen.
• TO not responsible for possible train issues or strikes.

Easy cancellation

Cancel up to 24 hours in advance for a full refund