--- title: Private Boat Tour in Cinque Terre from Monterosso lang: en type: tour city: Cinque Terre country: Italy price: 176 currency: EUR price_unit: per_person availability: bookable rating: 4.96 reviews: 216 duration_minutes: 120 languages: [en, it] free_cancellation: true guidekin_pick: Which private boat? rank_in_category: 1 of 26 (Boat Tours) schedule_checked: 2026-09-29 data_updated: 2026-09-30 canonical: https://guidekin.com/italy/cinque-terre/tours/private-boat-tour-in-cinque-terre-from-monterosso/ --- # Private Boat Tour in Cinque Terre from Monterosso **Guidekin's take:** A private boat for your party out of Monterosso, with a choice at booking between a traditional Ligurian gozzo under a fixed canopy and a roomier modern hull. Pesto with focaccia, wine and snorkel gear are aboard; there is no hotel pickup and the fare is per person. 4.96 from 216 reviews at €176 per person for 2h. **Which private boat?:** Book The Black Boat for a private cruise with pesto and snorkel gear: 2h at €176 per person, 4.96 from 216 reviews; minimum two guests. Trade-off: Per person fare; minimum two guests. (last checked September 15, 2026) ## Overview Starting directly from Monterosso, this private tour offers a unique way to experience the beauty of the Cinque Terre from the sea. Aqua Boat – Gozzo Schiaffino 730: traditional Ligurian gozzo with a large sunbathing area and fixed canopy for shade, ideal for relaxing and experiencing the coast in authentic Ligurian style. Black Boat – Bayliner XR7 Element: modern and spacious boat, with ample space on board, ideal for families and small groups. During the tour we will pass by all five villages of the Cinque Terre, with time to admire the panorama, take photos, and stop to swim in the crystal clear waters and explore the small coves of the coast. On board we will offer a tasting of our famous Cinque Terre Pesto with focaccia. Water, local wine, and beer will be available during the tour. Departure times are indicative and will be agreed upon after the reservation. ## Before you book - Meeting point: We are waiting for you at Molo dei… - Min. 2 to book: not for solo travellers - 8 start times: between 10:00 and 16:30 - Food included: Water, beer, and local wine - Strollers OK: infants accepted ## Key facts - Price: from €176 per person - Duration: 2h - Rating: 4.96/5 from 216 reviews (collected from Guidekin & Viator & Tripadvisor) - Free cancellation (see policy below) - Recommended by 100% of travellers (share of four- and five-star reviews) - Operator: Cinque Terre Sea Tours - Minimum booking: 2 travellers at this price ## Tour options Prices are the operator's current list price for two travellers (whole euros); options sold only to bigger parties say so; pick the option on the booking page. | Option | Price | Guide languages | Details | |---|---|---|---| | The Black Boat | €176 / person (for 2+ people) | English, Italian | The Black Boat | | The Aqua Boat | €176 / person (for 2+ people) | English, Italian | The Aqua Boat: This slightly larger traditional Ligurian style gozzo has a maximum capacity of 8 people. | ## What's included - Private boat tour on a typical Ligurian gozzo - Tasting of our famous "Cinque Terre Pesto" with focaccia - Water, beer, and local wine - Use of Snorkelling equipment ## Not included - Pick-up and drop-off service at the hotel ## Itinerary 1. **Monterosso al Mare** (pass by, no stop) - The northernmost village of the Cinque Terre is Monterosso, which is divided into two sides: the historic center and the “new” side called Fegina, with a pedestrian tunnel that connects the two. Monterosso is larger than the other towns and is the only one that offers beach... 2. **Vernazza** (pass by, no stop) - the smallest of the Cinque Terre, and commonly known as the most fascinating with a beautiful marina and the Church of Santa Margherita d'Antiochia which stands right on the water. Here you will also see the Torre del Belforte which sits right on the harbor as a protective... 3. **Corniglia** (pass by, no stop) - : lying 100 meters high on a cliff, Corniglia is the only one of the towns without a port and has a panoramic terrace from which you can see Manarola and Riomaggiore to the south and Vernazza and Monterosso to the north. 4. **Manarola** (pass by, no stop) - : is located at the other end of the Via del Amore and is part of the municipality of Riomaggiore. Known for its wine production, Manarola produces the only dessert wine called Sciacchetrà found only in this area. 5. **Riomaggiore** (pass by, no stop) - While we continue to sail along the coast of the Cinque Terre villages, we meet Riomaggiore. With brightly colored houses built vertically on the surrounding hills, Riomaggiore is the second largest of the five towns and is widely known for excellent diving spots off its... ## Schedule - Runs: daily - Departures: 10:00, 10:30, 13:00, 13:30, 15:00, 15:30, 16:00, 16:30 - 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 We are waiting for you at Molo dei Pescatori in the small port of Monterosso (before the big tourist boats). Look for our AZURE boat. Map: https://www.google.com/maps/place/?q=place_id:ChIJc7dce-X91BIREo0pDU9UQQ0 ## Good to know - Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller - Service animals allowed - Public transportation options are available nearby - Infants are required to sit on an adult’s lap - Suitable for all physical fitness levels ## Cost for your party | People | Total | Per person | |---|---|---| | 2 | €352 | €176 | | 4 | €412 | €103 | | 6 | €444 | €74 | Cheapest option for that party size from the operator's current price tiers; the calendar shows the exact figure for your date. Shared tours in Boat Tours start at €66 per person. ## Compared with other Boat Tours | Tour | Price | Duration | Rating | Group | |---|---|---|---|---| | **This tour · #1 of 26** | €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 Hybrid Boat Tour from Monterosso](/italy/cinque-terre/tours/cinque-terre-hybrid-boat-tour-from-monterosso/?format=md) | €119 | 2h 45m | 4.92 (1521) | 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 #1 of 26 in Boat Tours by Guidekin score (rating weighted by review volume). Prices here run from €66 to €420, median €117; typical length 3h. 3 of 26 are private. Figures are live from the tour cards; the rubric is our handpicked set, not the whole market. 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