Top 10 Historical & Heritage Tours in Monterosso al Mare, Liguria

March 10, 2022 Joeann Galban

The last of the five villages along the Cinque Terre strip, Monterosso al Mare is the most visited, largely because it has the only sizable sand beach and the biggest hotels. Though it can get very crowded with tourists during the peak summer months, Monterosso is still delightful. The old town area, separated from the more modern resort area by the Aurora tower, is home to the ruins of a medieval castle and San Francesco church, which houses an important Van Dyck painting of the crucifixion.
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1. Vernazza & Corniglia, the hearth of the Cinque Terre in ebike

Via Dante Alighieri, 41, 19015 Levanto SP, Italy Ebikein
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5.0 based on 21 reviews

This is the only tour in which you can see all the Cinque Terre from land in a bunch of hours. The ebikes allow to enjoy the area in a different and innovative way, and the electric motor will save your legs for other activities the rest of the day! This tour also permit to pass through pedestrian areas, and in a bunch of minutes we are on the mountainside admiring the sea and the villages from above. How else can you go 500 meters above the sea level without effort ? Passing through the fields and the woods above the villages will permit you to fully understand the history of the region, which was originally dedicated to agriculture rather than fishing. The visit comprehend the towns of Corniglia and Vernzza, and three mountainside sanctuaries: San Bernardino, Reggio and Soviore. This is a mildly adventurous tour, enjoyable for families too: we don't ride fast, everyone can take his/her time, and the 95% of the road is paved (5% is for optional, brief passages on hiking trails)

Inclusions: Bottled water at departure, focaccia and wine, train ticket, helmet, e-bike

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Reviewed By alinkac2015

A spectacular and healthy way to visit Liguria. Breathtaking views, great bike trails, fantastic company. All in all a phenomenal way to spend the day!

2. Cinque Terre Private Day Trip from Genoa with Local English Speaking Driver

Guided Tours of Genoa
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At the first village you will stop, it seems to go back in time! Riomaggiore, where your driver drops you off, is a gem, with its alleys, its castle and the typical colored houses overlooking the small harbor of the seaside village. After some leisure time to spend in this picturesque village, take the boat or train (your own epenses) to reach Manarola, another wonderful village. Here your driver will pick you up to drive you to Vernazza, probably the most charming of the Cinque Terre. Here you will have lunch in one of the typical restaurants. After lunch, you will take the route to Monterosso (by boat or train at your expenses) and enjoy a pleasant walk along the waterfront. at the end of your visit in this wonderful village, you will go back to Genoa with your dirver Please note that it's not possible to move by car between the villages, ths is why the route shoud be made by trains or boats.

Inclusions: Private transportation, Air-conditioned vehicle, Private English speaking driver

Exclusions: Boat or train ride approximately € 4.00 to € 13.00 per person

Reviewed By Z1564SZmichaels

Our tour guide was amazing! We highly recommend her for anyone doing tours in Genoa. Very informative and answered all our questions.

3. "Wonderland 5 Terre Tour" from Florence

Pek Tuscany In Limo
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Cinque Terre is one of the most popular day trip from Florence: - Our english speaking driver - escort will pick you up at your location (hotel or apartment) around 8.00 AM - We will drive through the A11 / A12 highway between Tuscany and Liguria for about 1h and 40 minutes passing near the beautiful Apuan Alps, (the Marble Mountains). - We will pass through the city of La Spezia and its famous Gulf (Gulf of Poets) until we get to Riomaggiore. We will visit Riomaggiore (the first of the 5 lands) and we will move to the others (Manarola - Vernazza & Monterosso) with the typical local train. - In Monterosso there will be our driver waiting for you for the return to Florence. - The return is scheduled for 8.00 PM

Inclusions: WiFi on board, Air-conditioned vehicle, Private transportation, Bottled water, Train Ticket from Riomaggiore / Manarola / Vernazza to Monterooso

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Reviewed By craiga904

Excellent transfer Andrea was outstanding. More a friend showing us his wonderful Tuscan region. Very charming and insightful. Excellent knowledge and sharing of experiences Transferred from Firenze to Rome. Stopping at San Gimignano , Siena and at Andreas advice a wonderful winery tour and tasting and lunch. Exceptional service and quality tour. A great driver and tour guide. Would thoroughly recommend and be back next time we are in Tuscany!! ⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️

4. Semi Private Cinque Terre and Pisa Leaning Tower Tour from Florence

Hotel Boccaccio, Via della Scala, 59, 50123 Firenze FI, Italy I Just Drive
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Semi-Private Small-Group (up to 8 people) Cinque Terre and Pisa leaning tower tour in a Black Mercedes Minivan. Only in a small group, it becomes possible to visit the Cinque Terre and experience all the true magic of this enchanted coastline.

Inclusions: Bottled water, Hotel pickup and drop-off or Pickup and drop-off from designated meeting points, Your driver will be with you for the entire day. He will escort you on the boat, trail and train!

Exclusions: Lunch, Gratuities, Entrances to museums, castles and villas, Cinque Terre National Park tickets, Professional Guide

Reviewed By nwagenbr1

We had the best day with our driver Daniel for the "Chianti Best" tour. I would recommend this to everybody. Our driver was super knowledgable and friendly and made seeing all these beautiful places so convenient and fun with so much great background information. I would book the "I Just Drive" service for any tour. Financially you get so much for your money - Highly, highly advise.

5. Cinque Terre tour with limoncino tasting from La Spezia Port

Largo Michele Fiorillo, 19124 La Spezia SP, Italy Ciao Florence Tours and Travels
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Discover one of the most beautiful and popular places in Italy with this shore excursion. Explore the villages of Cinque Terre accompanied by our tour leader! The first stop will be Vernazza, one of the five pearls that are part of Cinque Terre. This village is the one with the most colorful views. The second stop will be Monterosso. In this small town, you will find different attractions besides restaurants and shops. One of the activities we have reserved for you is a Limoncino tasting. The last stop, before go back to La Spezia, will be Riomaggiore. Here you will have some free time to walk through the narrow streets of the town, where you will enjoy beautiful landscapes. Visit the fishing port and a panoramic terrace from where you will appreciate the particular construction of Riomaggiore and the Gulf of Cinque Terre. Let yourself be seduced by the beauty of the main villages of Cinque Terre enjoying this small group excursion for cruise passengers!

Inclusions: Expert multilingual escort , Cinque Terre Card,your daily pass to the trains that you will need to go from one village to another, Guaranteed on-time return to your ship

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Reviewed By J Adam K

Took the walking tour today with Safe as our guide. Wonderful experience. Safe spoke flawless English and his passion for Florence, art and history was addicting. We hope to do something similar in the future.

6. Cinque Terre Experience with Typical Lunch

Florence, Florence (Villa Costanza Tram T1), 50018 Scandicci, Metropolitan City of Florence, Italy My Tour in Italy
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4.6 based on 10 reviews

Explore the breathtaking Ligurian coast on a tour of cinque Terre, a small corner of paradise subdivided into five villages suspended on steep cliffs overlooking the sea.. Enjoy this full day tour all inclusive with typical Ligurian lunch.

Inclusions: Travel by GT coach or minivan, Expert multilingual tour leader, Free time in Riomaggiore ,Manarola , Monterosso and Vernazza, Handmade trofie with pesto, baked fish, dessert, Local white wine and water

Exclusions: Gratuities, Hotel pickup and drop-off

Reviewed By Oversunsetplain

I couldn’t put correct date on this review - I did this tour with my two children in August 2019 and originally posted it then. I have had a message to say that I had posted it under the wrong company (one with a very similar name). I would like to re-post the review as we had such a brilliant day with our guide and would like to recommend the tour company to others whenever this type of activity goes ahead again! Our guide Ms Ivanova was very knowledgeable and friendly. The tour took in many places around the city and we also visited the Uffizi in the afternoon. I was with my children aged 6 and 9 and both really enjoyed this day. They felt included and learned a lot. The guide met us at the times planned and gave plenty of opportunities for questions and were able to answer any queries. Everything was organised well and went smoothly. We were unable to book a tour inside the Duomo but actually this one which took us all the way around the outside and to other fascinating parts of the city was perfect for my family.

7. Cinque Terre Day Trip from Milan With Hotel Pickup

Zani Viaggi Day Tours
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Discover the beautiful Cinque Terre! A UNESCO World Heritage site, Cinque Terre, meaning ‘five lands’ (Riomaggiore, Manarola, Corniglia, Vernazza and Monterosso) are five perilously perched villages strung along a short stretch of cliffs that face the Liguria Sea on one of Italy’s most scenic stretches of coastline.

Inclusions: Air-conditioned vehicle, Boat trip Monterosso to La Spezia, English speaking guide, Hotel pickup, The tour may be bilingual. Please check at reservation.

Exclusions: Gratuities, Food and drinks, unless specified, Hotel drop off

Reviewed By adcdiving

Como, the largest city in this region. Along the way we are regularly treated to beautiful views of small villages on the other side of the lake. The radiant sun makes it even more idyllic, but otherwise there is little to do in this region (at this time of year).

8. The pearls in the gulf of poets: Cinque Terre private tour

Ciao Florence Tours and Travels
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An authentic earthly paradise just around the corner. A place suspended in time, 5 villages hanging between sea and land, one of the most amazing and enchanting landscapes in the world, celebrated by such Romantic poets as Lord Byron and Shelley!

Inclusions: Pick up & drop off at your hotel, 10 hours chauffeur driven hire, Free time in the Cinque Terre National Park, Possibility of adding a scenic boat ride from Monterosso to Riomaggiore at an additional cost

Exclusions: Guided visit of Cinque Terre National Park, Entry tickets to churches or landmarks, Lunch, Train tickets

Reviewed By J Adam K

Took the walking tour today with Safe as our guide. Wonderful experience. Safe spoke flawless English and his passion for Florence, art and history was addicting. We hope to do something similar in the future.

9. Cinque Terre Day Trip from Florence

Florence, Florence (Villa Costanza Tram T1), 50018 Scandicci, Metropolitan City of Florence, Italy My Tour in Italy
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Explore the breathtaking Ligurian coast on a tour of Cinque Terre, a small corner of paradise subdivided into five villages suspended on steep cliffs overlooking the sea; a unique landscape, where vegetation and lush vineyards frame a spectacular scenery. Visit four of the five villages.

Inclusions: Travel by coach with air-conditioning, Expert multilingual escorts, Ferry boat ride with unique views, Typical ligurian lunch (only if option selected)

Exclusions: Gratuities, Hotel pickup and dropoff

Reviewed By Oversunsetplain

I couldn’t put correct date on this review - I did this tour with my two children in August 2019 and originally posted it then. I have had a message to say that I had posted it under the wrong company (one with a very similar name). I would like to re-post the review as we had such a brilliant day with our guide and would like to recommend the tour company to others whenever this type of activity goes ahead again! Our guide Ms Ivanova was very knowledgeable and friendly. The tour took in many places around the city and we also visited the Uffizi in the afternoon. I was with my children aged 6 and 9 and both really enjoyed this day. They felt included and learned a lot. The guide met us at the times planned and gave plenty of opportunities for questions and were able to answer any queries. Everything was organised well and went smoothly. We were unable to book a tour inside the Duomo but actually this one which took us all the way around the outside and to other fascinating parts of the city was perfect for my family.

10. Cinque Terre Day Trip with Transport from Florence

Piazzale Montelungo, Firenze FI, Italy Ciao Florence Tours and Travels
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Spend an unforgettable day discovering the breathtaking Cinque Terre region on this must-do tour from Florence, with transport between villages included. Explore the picturesque fishing villages of the UNESCO-listed area by coach, boat and train with a Tour Leader, and fall in love with the distinctive atmosphere and architecture of each town. From Riomaggiore’s cobbled streets to Monterosso’s stunning beaches, the Cinque Terre is a scenic treasure and this tour offers a picture-perfect snapshot of old-world Italy.

Inclusions: Roundtrip journey by fully-fitted GT Coach, Expert multilingual escort, Free time in Riomaggiore, Manarola, Monterosso,Vernazza (the only village not included is Corniglia), Lunch (if option selected), Trains and boat in 5 Terre (not included in case you select the A/R escorted transfer option)

Exclusions: Hotel pickup and drop-off, Guided tour of the villages - Kinldy note that your tour leader will give explanations during the bus trip, while on each village you will be given free time for independent sightseeing, Food and drinks, unless specified, Trains and boat in 5 Terre are not included in case you select the A/R escorted transfer option

Reviewed By J Adam K

Took the walking tour today with Safe as our guide. Wonderful experience. Safe spoke flawless English and his passion for Florence, art and history was addicting. We hope to do something similar in the future.

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