From Florence: Cinque Terre & Pisa Leaning Tower Day Tour

Tuscany, Florence



Discover the Cinque Terre and the Leaning Tower of Pisa on a small-group day trip from Florence. These two popular UNESCO heritage sites will take your breath away with their beauty.

This full-day small-group tour from Florence visits Pisa's Leaning Tower and three villages in the Cinque Terre, suitable for active travelers.

Highlights

  • Get photos at the world-famous Leaning Tower of Pisa on a day trip from Florence
  • Relax in Riomaggiore, known for its restaurants and bars with sea views
  • Explore the history of Manarola, a quiet village surrounded by grapevines
  • Stroll through Vernazza village or swim at the sandy beach
  • Small-group tour with a maximum of 8 people on board

Description

This full-day tour offers a chance to explore two of Italy's renowned destinations outside Florence. The trip begins with a drive to Pisa, where you visit Piazza dei Miracoli, home to the Leaning Tower of Pisa, the Baptistery, and the Cathedral, a UNESCO World Heritage site. You can take photos or climb the tower for views over Pisa.

Next, you travel to the Cinque Terre National Park, another UNESCO World Heritage Site known for its unique coastline and villages. Weather permitting, enjoy a boat ride along the coast. Otherwise, transfer between villages by train. The tour visits three villages: Riomaggiore, Manarola, and Vernazza.

Note that access to the Cinque Terre villages requires walking on steep, paved paths as they are set on clifftops. Be prepared for uphill and downhill walking during this part of the tour.

Includes

  • Driver/guide
  • Air-conditioned vehicle with wireless audio system
  • Bottled water
  • Bottle of Prosecco per group
  • iPad for each couple with unlimited mobile data
  • Boat tickets (when available)
  • Train tickets between Cinque Terre villages

Excludes

  • Cinque Terre National Park tickets
  • Leaning Tower of Pisa entry ticket
  • Lunch
  • Tips

Important Information

  • This tour requires a minimum of four participants to proceed. If canceled due to low bookings, you will be offered a different date, alternative experience, or full refund.
  • Stroller accessibility and infant seats are available.
  • The walking paths in Cinque Terre can be slippery, uneven, steep, and narrow, so prepare for moderate hiking.

Easy cancellation

Cancel up to 24 hours in advance for a full refund.

For best experience, bring comfortable walking shoes and layered clothing. Early bookings are recommended, especially during peak travel seasons.

Frequently Asked Questions

The tour includes visits to Pisa's Leaning Tower and three Cinque Terre villages: Riomaggiore, Manarola, and Vernazza, with a small-group format capped at 8 people.
The tour is a full-day experience, typically lasting around 10 to 12 hours, including travel time and sightseeing.
The tour departs from a central meeting point in Florence, which is provided upon booking confirmation.
Yes, you can swim at the sandy beach in Vernazza during the stop on the tour.
The tour includes a photo stop and exploration around the Leaning Tower of Pisa, although access inside is not typically included.
It is designed for active travelers comfortable with walking and exploring multiple villages in a day.
Yes, advance booking is recommended due to the small group size and popular destinations.
Meals are not included, but stops in Riomaggiore and Vernazza offer options to purchase food and drinks.
The tour allows free time to stroll and explore Riomaggiore, Manarola, and Vernazza independently within the schedule.
Visit the official booking website for up-to-date hours and availability information.

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