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Portofino to Cinque Terre Private Tours

cinque terre manarola landscape from the sea

Private tour of 5 Terre UNESCO site departing from Portofino with personal driver and private boat.

This tour fits all those who wish to have a taste of 5 Terre, with a touch of exclusivity and possibly beating the crowd. Departing from Portofino or Santa Margherita, Rapallo, Genoa, you will enjoy the Cinque Terre from three different points of view: walking inside the villages, riding on your private boat along the coast and traveling by car along the panoramic road.

the marina of vernazza in the sunset

Cinque Terre with Private Driver and Boat

Highlights

  • Visit Monterosso, Manarola, Vernazza.
  • Visit the best of 5 Terre UNESCO site on foot, by boat and by car.
  • Private boat tour with English-speaking driver, to admire the magnificent views of the coast.
  • Breathtaking views traveling on the panoramic road.
  • Free time for enjoying the local flavors.

Itinerary

This is a sample itinerary, feel free to customize it upon your wishes.

Meet your private driver in Portofino (or in one of the towns of the Riviera) and journey as far as Monterosso, one of the most charming villages of the five. Upon arrival, have some free time to explore the village on your own before meeting the private boat.

Time to jump on your private boat and ride along the coast to admire those daring tiny villages hanging on the cliffs and surrounded by vineyards, terraces and olive groves. The skipper provides relevant information about the region.

Disembark in Manarola, and enjoy some time on your own for exploring the village. Then get back on board and ride to Vernazza. On the way, have the opportunity to stop for a swim.

After approximately two hours get off in Vernazza and don’t miss the chance to savor some Ligurian specialties such as pasta al pesto, pansotti with walnut sauce, local anchovies, stuffed mussels, all accompanied by the 5 Terre white wine.

In the afternoon, meet the driver and journey along the panoramic road of the 5 Terre to admire those breathtaking views before heading back to Portofino.

*** Drivers are fully authorized in accordance with the Italian law.

cinque terre boat for sailing along the coast, licensed by the park

Price per person € 270,00 calculated on a base of 5 participants.
If your party is smaller or bigger, ask please for a customized quotation.

Inclusions

  • Private tour
  • Minimum #1 maximum #7 participants. If you have a bigger party, we will arrange for you a bespoke program.
  • Round trip transportation with A/C comfortable minivan
  • Professional English-speaking driver.
  • 2/2,5 hours private boat tour along the coast (weather and sea permitting).
  • Aperitivo with 5 Terre glass of wine.

Exclusions

  • Lunch.
  • Local guide.
  • Other extras not listed above.
  • Tips (optional).

Tour details

  • Meeting point: your accommodation in Portofino or in Santa Margherita, Rapallo.
  • Duration: 9 hours
  • Activity Level: moderate. The walking tours involve some up/down hill walking; climb 3-4 flights of stairs; necessary step on and off of the boat.
  • Unfortunately, this tour is not suitable for people with wheelchair or reduced mobility. In this case let us know your needs, we will design a lighter version of the tour.
  • In case of rough sea or inclement weather, the boat ride could be canceled or takes place entirely by van.
  • Advised clothing: comfortable shoes and clothes, sunglasses, hat/cap, sunscreen.
  • The boat tour is available from Easter to All Saints. From November to March, the tour takes place by minivan/train.

5 terre, view of monterosso from the footpath

Cinque Terre all by Van with Private Driver

Highlights

  • Visit Monterosso, Vernazza and Corniglia.
  • Visit the villages easier to reach by car, and explore them at your own pace.
  • Private vehicle with English-speaking driver.
  • Breathtaking views traveling on the panoramic road.
  • Free time for enjoying the local flavors.

Itinerary

This is a sample itinerary, feel free to customize it upon your wishes.

Meet your private driver in Portofino (or in one of the towns nearby) and journey as far as Monterosso, one of the most charming villages of the five. Upon arrival, have some free time to explore the village on your own by strolling along the walkway by the sea and in the backstreets of the village.

Afterward, meet your driver again and travel on the panoramic road as far as Vernazza, free time to visit this little gem of the Riviera.

Then meet the driver again and head to Corniglia, the smallest village of the 5 Terre. Such a quaint hamlet, quieter than the other four ones and perfect place for a lunch with sea-view or a snack lunch-wine tasting in a local eatery.

In the afternoon, meet the driver and keep journeying along the panoramic road of the Cinque Terre to admire those breathtaking views and many photo-opportunities before heading back to Portofino.

*** Drivers are fully authorized in accordance with the Italian law.

manarola, the marina from bonfiglio cape

Price per person € 185,00 calculated on a base of 5 participants.
If your party is smaller or bigger, ask please a customized quotation.

Inclusions

  • Private tour
  • Minimum #1 maximum #7 participants. If you have a bigger party, we will arrange for you a bespoke program.
  • Round trip transportation with A/C comfortable minivan
  • Professional English-speaking driver.
  • Sciacchetrà (sweet wine of the 5 Terre) tasting.

Exclusions

  • Lunch.
  • Local guide.
  • Other extras not listed above.
  • Tips (optional).

Tour details

  • Meeting point: your accommodation in Portofino or in Santa Margherita, Rapallo.
  • Duration: 9 hours
  • Activity Level: easy. The driver drops you off at the beginning of the pedestrian area. The visited villages are all flat.
  • This tour is suitable for people with wheelchair or reduced mobility. 
  • Advised clothing: comfortable shoes and clothes, sunglasses, hat/cap, sunscreen.

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