--- title: Cinque Terre Hybrid Boat Tour from Monterosso lang: en type: tour city: Cinque Terre country: Italy price: 119 currency: EUR price_unit: per_person availability: bookable rating: 4.92 reviews: 1521 duration_minutes: 165 languages: [en, it] free_cancellation: true guidekin_pick: Swims with max twelve guests rank_in_category: 3 of 26 (Boat Tours) schedule_checked: 2026-09-29 data_updated: 2026-09-30 canonical: https://guidekin.com/italy/cinque-terre/tours/cinque-terre-hybrid-boat-tour-from-monterosso/ --- # Cinque Terre Hybrid Boat Tour from Monterosso **Guidekin's take:** A shared cruise out of Monterosso capped at twelve guests, swimming in coves that open up only from the sea, with prosecco and an aperitivo of Ligurian stuffed focaccia. It never lands in the five villages, towels and masks are yours, and a fuel surcharge is paid in cash at boarding. 4.92 from 1521 reviews at €119 per person. ## Overview Embark on an unforgettable three-hour boat tour from Monterosso, exploring the breathtaking Cinque Terre from a unique perspective. With a maximum of 12 guests, enjoy an intimate journey along the coast, diving into the crystal-clear waters of secluded bays accessible only by sea. Marvel at the vibrant villages perched on cliffs and sip on a glass of prosecco as you soak in the sun and the unparalleled beauty of this UNESCO World Heritage site. This exclusive experience offers a blend of relaxation, exploration, and indulgence, promising memories that will last a lifetime. For more details, you can visit the official tour page here. ## Before you book - Meeting point: Meet 10 minutes before the departure… - Max 12 people: small group - 5 start times: between 10:00 and 14:00 - Strollers OK: infants accepted - Children from €89: ages 4 to 9 ## Key facts - Price: from €119 per person - Duration: 2h 45m - Rating: 4.92/5 from 1521 reviews (collected from Guidekin & Viator & Tripadvisor) - Free cancellation (see policy below) - Recommended by 98% of travellers (share of four- and five-star reviews) - Operator: You Know! ## What's included - Soda/Pop - Bottled water - Alcoholic Beverages - English speaking assistant - Aperitif with traditional Ligurian stuffed focaccia - Professional skipper ## Not included - Hotel pick-up and drop-off - Snorkeling equipment (you can bring your own or buy it new on board: € 15,00 mask; € 9,00 snorkel) - 10,00 € Payable in cash at boarding - Beach Towels ## Itinerary 1. **Monterosso al Mare** (pass by, no stop) - Meet 10 minutes before the departure at the boarding dock in Monterosso, Molo dei Pescatori (from where the ferries leave) and start of the boat tour. 2. **Parco Nazionale Cinque Terre** (pass by, no stop) - The cruise will take you through the Cinque Terre National Park. During the tour, enjoy a stop for swimming in the most beautiful beach of the Cinque Terre, accessible only by sea and reachable only by swimming. On board, an aperitif of local products will be offered to you. 3. **Monterosso al Mare** (pass by, no stop) - Going out of the port, you will admire from the sea Monterosso al Mare: the largest and most visited of the villages; admire its large beach, lined with colourful umbrellas and spiral up through the village. 4. **Vernazza** (pass by, no stop) - From Corniglia, you will depart for Vernazza, the beauty queen of the Cinque Terre: the most popular and the most photogenic one. Vernazza’s shoreline stands out because of the iconic colourful buildings along the cliffs and the beautiful church tower that looks out onto the bay. 5. **Corniglia** (pass by, no stop) - Further along, you will see Corniglia: the smallest of the Cinque Terre, built far above the ocean on the cliffs. 6. **Manarola** (pass by, no stop) - The tour continues to Manarola: the village is perched atop jagged ocean cliffs and surrounded by lush-green vineyards. It has an incredible spit of land where the most famous Cinque Terre Instagram photos are taken. 7. **Riomaggiore** (pass by, no stop) - Finally Riomaggiore, a picturesque coast-side village with postcard perfect panoramas at every bend. 8. **Monterosso al Mare** (pass by, no stop) - Once the tour is over, you will return to Monterosso. ## Schedule - Runs: daily - Departures: 10:00, 13:00, 13:15, 13:30, 14:00 - Schedule last checked: 2026-09-29 - These are published departures, not a live seat count; availability is confirmed at checkout. ## Cancellation For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time. ## Meeting point Meet 10 minutes before the departure time at the boarding dock in Monterosso, Molo dei Pescatori (where the ferries leave). The boat will not be docked but will arrive a few minutes before the scheduled departure time. Map: https://www.google.com/maps/place/?q=place_id:ChIJ0Z0Ik-Hv1BIR45V6yRM35NY ## Good to know - Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller - Public transportation options are available nearby - Infants are required to sit on an adult’s lap - Suitable for all physical fitness levels - This experience requires a minimum number of 4 travellers. There is a possibility of cancellation after confirmation if there are not enough passengers to meet requirements. If so, you will be offered an alternative or full refund. - Due to the recent increase in fuel costs, a mandatory fuel surcharge of €10 per person applies to this tour. The amount must be paid in cash at boarding. This fee is not included in the tour price. - Please note: this is a panoramic boat tour of the Cinque Terre coastline and does not include disembarkation or visits to the five villages. ## Compared with other Boat Tours | Tour | Price | Duration | Rating | Group | |---|---|---|---|---| | **This tour · #3 of 26** | €119 | 2h 45m | 4.92 (1521) | shared, max 12 | | [Private Boat Tour in Cinque Terre from Monterosso](/italy/cinque-terre/tours/private-boat-tour-in-cinque-terre-from-monterosso/?format=md) | €176 | 2h | 4.96 (216) | private | | [Where the Sun sets: your 5Terre Chill Cruise](/italy/cinque-terre/tours/where-the-sun-sets-your-5terre-chill-cruise/?format=md) | €110 | 2h | 4.97 (169) | shared | | [Cinque Terre Boat Tour from Monterosso](/italy/cinque-terre/tours/cinque-terre-boat-tour-from-monterosso/?format=md) | €89 | 3h | 4.99 (85) | shared | Ranked #3 of 26 in Boat Tours by Guidekin score (rating weighted by review volume). 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