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Small Group Best of Cinque Terre & Optional Pisa from Florence

4.8 · 1,179 ratings on Guidekin, Viator & Tripadvisor 96% of star-rated reviews are 4★ or 5★ Florence Operated by CAF Tour and Travel - Gray Line Florence Free cancellation · up to 24 hours before
Duration
11h 30m
Group
Shared tour
Guide languages
English, Spanish
Start & pickup
07:00 · No hotel pickup: everyone meets at the start point
Booking
Instant confirmation · mobile ticket
Guidekin's take

A full day on the Riviera by coach from Florence with a guide, moving between Manarola, Vernazza and Monterosso by train and, in season, by boat, with free time to swim or eat.

The tiers matter: the semi independent version leaves out trains, boat and lunch, and the Pisa version trades a village for the Tower. 4.83 from 1,179 reviews at €59 per person.

In our comparison: #19 of 39 in Day Trips, by rating weighted by review volume (see the comparison).

How we choose tours →Commissions never affect our verdicts.

Options and prices

4 options from the operator, described in its own words. Prices are the operator's from-prices per adult for a party of two. Click an option to book it on Viator. Guide languages on every option: English, Spanish.

OptionWhat the operator saysFrom, per adult
Semi Independent TourThe page priceBus round trip to Cinque Terre: Round Trip with Tour Leader on board. Not included: Lunch with Typical Pesto Pasta, local trains & Boat inside Cinque Terre.€53
Guided Tour without LunchCinque Terre Tour - 3 Villages: Round Trip with Tour Leader on board, Local Trains & Boat Tour inside Cinque Terre. Not included: Lunch with Pesto Pasta.€129
Guided Tour with Pisa & TowerCinque Terre, Pisa & Tower: Round Trip with Tour Leader, Local Trains in Cinque Terre (2 Villages), Train Ride La Spezia - Pisa, Leaning Tower Ticket.€143
Guided Tour with LunchCinque Terre Tour - 3 Villages: Round Trip with Tour Leader on board, Local Trains & Boat Tour inside Cinque Terre, Lunch with Typical Pesto Pasta.€169

Children from €30 (ages 4 to 12). Option texts and prices come from the operator's listing; prices checked on Viator on 18 September 2026.

Included and not included

  • If option selected: Round-trip train tickets & Scenic boat ride (weather permitting)
  • If selected Cinque Terre, Pisa & Tower: Cinque Terre (2 villages), Leaning Tower of Pisa ticket
  • Comfortable G.T. Coach transport from Florence in a modern, air-conditioned bus
  • If option selected: Typical Ligurian Lunch with Iconic Pesto Pasta
  • Dedicated Caf Tour & Travel Staff Assistance at the meeting point
  • Small-group Cinque Terre experience for max 30 guests led by our expert Tour Leader
  • If Semi Independent Tour selected: train tickets, boat ride and lunch not included
  • Hotel Pick-Up and Drop-Off

Reviews

4.8
1,179 ratings
Guidekin, Viator & Tripadvisor

96% of ratings with a star breakdown are 4★ or 5★: 1,136 of 1,179

Star breakdown of all 1,179 ratings

5 stars
1,058 · 90%
4 stars
78 · 7%
3 stars
21 · 2%
2 stars
11 · 1%
1 star
11 · 1%

What reviewers say

Reviewers praise helpful guides and smooth travel; some expected more guided sightseeing within the villages.

Praised

  • Friendly, knowledgeable guides sharing local history and practical recommendations
  • Clear meeting instructions and help navigating trains and ferries
  • Free time to explore the villages, swim or shop independently
  • Enjoyable lunches and local food

Complaints

  • Some value independent exploring, while others want more guided walks and historical detail
  • Some find the pace relaxed, while others want more time in the villages
  • Heavy crowds in the villages make sightseeing less enjoyable
  • Lack of advance notice about swimming left some visitors unprepared

Written by Guidekin from the 100 most recent English reviews on Viator & Tripadvisor (8 July 2026 to 3 October 2026). Refreshed as new reviews arrive; last checked 4 October 2026.

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Meeting point and route

Meeting point

Where
06:45am at Piazzale Montelungo at the end of the ramp connecting with the train station. An assistant will be waiting for you wearing blue clothing with CAF Tour - Gray Line logos. · Open in Google Maps
Departure
07:00 daily; scheduled through October 2027 (operator schedule, seats confirmed at checkout)
Return
This activity ends back at the meeting point
Pickup
No hotel pickup: everyone meets at the start point
Operator
CAF Tour and Travel - Gray Line Florence; booking and payment are completed on Viator

Itinerary

About this tour, from the operator

Walking, children and accessibility

The operator's own notes, grouped by topic. Nothing here is added by Guidekin.

Walking and health

  • Travelers should have at least a moderate level of physical fitness

Children

  • Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller
  • Specialized infant seats are available

Accessibility

  • Strollers OK
  • Public transportation options are available nearby
  • Clients with motor disabilities or wheelchair users are encouraged to notify the tour organizer in advance and seek medical advice to ensure suitability of services. Our tours and transportation are not suitable for people with motor disabilities or wheelchair users, so to prioritize the safety and well-being of all involved, the driver and tour manager retain the right to decline participation if they believe it may compromise safety. This decision rests solely with them, and no compensation will be provided in such cases. By accepting these terms, clients agree to respect decisions made by staff regarding participation.

Good to know

  • Food included see what is included
  • Children from €30 ages 4 to 12

Cancellation policy

For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.

  • 1+ days: Full refund
  • 0-1 days: No refund

Compared with other Day Trips

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SMALL-GROUP Wine Safaris: Tuscany Wine Tasting Tour from Florence€1306h4.94 (5805)shared

Ranked #19 of 39 in Day Trips by Guidekin score (rating weighted by review volume). Prices here run from €39 to €275, median €106; typical length 8h. 2 of 39 are private. Figures are live from the tour cards; the rubric is our handpicked set, not the whole market. Compare all 39 Day Trips

From €59 per adult · Semi Independent Tour