Cinque Terre Private Boat (Public Ferry, Private Use) for Melaleuca Group
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Port
Portovenere, Italy
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Activity Level
Strenuous Activity
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Excursion Type
All
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Wheelchair Accessible
No
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Starting At (prices in USD)
$220
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Minimum Age
Information Not Currently Available
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Duration
Approximately 6.5 Hours
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Meals Included
Meals not included
Depart from the pier by chartered boat, heading northward. You will marvel at an apparent defiance of gravity, as five lovely towns are spaced evenly along the water -- Monterosso, Vernazza, Corniglia, Manarola, and Riomaggiore — clinging to the Ligurian cliffs.
Pastel-colored houses, terraced vineyards, and groves alive with the aroma of olive trees blend with the fresh ocean breeze to create a truly magical atmosphere.
Arriving at the village of Vernazza, disembark the vessel and begin a guided walking tour of this 1st-century town. The richness of the architecture here denotes a historically higher standard of living than that of the other villages. Free time is afforded to browse in the local shops or relax in a café (at your own expense).
Reboard your chartered boat and proceed to the next stop, the westernmost village and Cinque Terre's beach town -- Monterosso. The town is divided into two distinct parts — San Cristoforo Hill and the old maritime village protected by a rocky spur. After your guide points out the highlights of Monterosso, you'll stop to sample for a refreshment and a small slice of the region's specialty — delicious focaccia bread. Make good use of your free time to explore on your own before climbing back onto the boat and starting the journey back to Portovenere.