Explore the medieval fishing village of Portovenere, the steep coastline of the Cinque Terre, a UNESCO heritage site, and its pearl: Vernazza.
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Set out on a boat tour with an expert guide and discover the steep coastline of the Cinque Terre, a UNESCO heritage site, which includes a visit to Portovenere and Vernazza.
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Discover the fascinating history of the Gulf of Poets while on the way to Portovenere.
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The place was so named because of the 19th-century English Romantic poets who lived there, such as Lord Byron and Percy Shelley.
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At Portovenere, admire the 'Palazzata', the Church of San Pietro, and the San Lorenzo church.
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At Vernazza, explore the ruins of the Doria Castle and see the church of Santa Margherita d’Antiochia before heading back to La Spezia.
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Expert guide
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Round-trip transfers
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- Food (available to purchase)
These tickets can't be cancelled or rescheduled.
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Travel from La Spezia to Portovenere - a half hour journey - and learn about the history of the lovely Gulf of Poets. It was so named because of the early 19th-century English Romantic poets who lived here, such as Lord Byron and Percy Shelley. At Portovenere, walk on the seafront that has been a source of inspiration to visitors and artists from around the world. See the famous 'palazzata' with the colorful tower houses. Admire the medieval complex of the Church of San Pietro, famous for its stunning black and white facade.
Then, visit the parish church dedicated to San Lorenzo and then go further up to the panoramic point at the foot of the Doria fortress. Break for lunch (not included) and return to the boarding dock and continue your stroll along the steep and terraced coast of the Cinque Terre up to Vernazza. From the sea, you'll think the village looks like the prow of a ship. In fact, the village is built on a promontory that ends at sea. It is surrounded by imposing fortifications built by the Genoese. On the tour, you will head over to the bay and see the Gothic-Ligurian church of Santa Margherita d'Antiochia.
Continue along the bustling main street, through colorful houses connected by bridges and passages. You'll also get to see the ruins of the fortress known as the Doria Castle, which is what makes Vernazza one of the most photogenic villages in Italy. After the visit, free time before returning to La Spezia.
Important Information
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The itinerary can be modified according to your request.
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Onboard, there is a small bar for drinks and snacks (not included in the price), to be paid directly on site.
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In case of bad weather conditions in the area of the Cinque Terre, the tour will be carried out within the Gulf of Poets.
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In case of a weather alert that prevents the smooth running of the scheduled tour, the same tour will be rescheduled at a later date, if possible. Otherwise, the full amount will be returned.
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Audio guides can be purchased on board at the price of Euro 3.00 per person.
Timings
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Apr to May: 10am
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Oct: 10am
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Jun to Sep: 9:30am and 12pm
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Your voucher will be emailed to you instantly.
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Please display your mobile voucher along with a valid photo ID at the meeting point.
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If you have purchased reduced-price tickets, please carry your valid photo ID proof for verification.
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Kindly ensure that you arrive 10-15 minutes before the start time of your tour to avoid any delays.
Meeting Point
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Meet your tour guide at Mercatto Settimanale Spezia.
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Address: 19121 La Spezia, Province of La Spezia, Italy.
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Getting There
The nearest bus stop is La Spezia. Catch the MarinoBus to get here.
Validity
This ticket is valid for the date and time selected during checkout.
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