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Check out the treasures of Florence and Pisa when your cruise ship docks in La Spezia. The day-long private shore excursion is perfect if you want to see the Tuscan cities with a guarantee that you’ll be back at your cruise ship in time. The day trip includes a photo stop by the UNESCO-listed Leaning Tower of Pisa and a walking tour of Florence to learn the history behind its Renaissance sights.

Experience the National Park of Cinque Terre with a licensed tour guide. We will visit four of the five villages, Riomaggiore, Manarola Vernazza and Monterosso. I will accompany you in an unforgettable experience where you will learn more about traditions, history, culture and local life. We will walk nose up on the smallest narrow streets in Italy, I will take you to the most beautiful post to take unforgettable pictures and we will walk among vineyard while I tell you all the history and the hard work of the farmer in this incredible territory. If I take the grape on a tour by boat before harvest, would it impact on the wine taste? Book this tour with me, you will create unforgettable memories and you will be surprised of how much there is to learn beside the breathtaking views. The tour can be run by train or ferry (March to October)

Considered one of Italy’s greatest red wines, Barolo is a favorite of oenophiles around the world. During your next visit to the Piedmont wine region—a UNESCO World Heritage Site—learn more about how Barolo and other local varietals are made during a behind-the-scenes tour of a family-run winery. Tour the vineyards, visit the cellar, and enjoy samples of a dozen wines, plus locally made meats and cheese.

Turin has been Italy's chocolate capital since the 17th century, and this intimate small-group tasting puts that heritage front and center. Set in an artisan chocolate shop, work your way through four types of chocolate including Gianduja—the city's own chocolate and hazelnut invention that inspired Nutella—as well as bean-to-bar creations.

The Egyptian Museum is one of Turin’s top attractions and holds the second-largest collection of ancient Egyptian artifacts in the world. The long lines to enter and vast size can be overwhelming, but with this tour, you’ll zip past the crowds and focus on just the highlights with a dedicated guide. Travel through 5,000 years of Egyptian history and admire ancient art, relics, and sarcophagi in just a few hours.

Explore the five villages of Cinque Terre in just one day when you take this shore excursion from Livorno. With a private guide, drive from the port to the national park and enjoy a guided tour of the villages of Manarola, Riomaggiore, Vernazza, Monterosso, and Corniglia. You also get free time to explore on your own, purchase a delicious lunch, or go souvenir shopping.

Manarola wine tasting experience is a nice walk through the Manarola vineyards among panoramic points to take beautiful photos, good local wine and flavors, snacks and an exclusive moment in an amazing old cellar from the 1800s, relax and sharing at the convivial table, nice music.

Spend the day on the water exploring the sights near Portofino on this charter. Possible stops on the itinerary can include Santa Margherita, which features colorful houses and decorative churches; Abbazia di San Fruttuoso, where you can swim and snorkel; and the fishermen village of Camogli where you can try the focaccia bread.

Carnassa Tour has been offering Kayaking activities for years, as it is run by qualified and local staff with passion and will lead you to the most primitive and hidden places; Chiara, the Guide, will tell you curiosities and old stories that the Monterossini keep in their inaccessible ravines, saltiness and dry stone walls close to the sea. In addition, the beach offers many amenities such as showers, walk-in closet, bar service and umbrella. Everything you need for the tour is provided free of charge. Your Guide is constantly in training and certified to carry out the activity in total safety, Sea kayak instructor courses, for the use of the semi-automatic defibrillator and Member Update as a lifeguard are held annually. Maximum punctuality is required to allow the start of the tour at the appointed time, otherwise the ticket will be lost and will not be refunded. Show up 15 minutes before the start of the tour to start preparing yourself.

Stroll through the historic center of Genoa with a typical storyteller to immerse yourself in the legends and life of this historic port city. Join your guide on this unusual itinerary that stops at important churches, squares and towers to tell fun stories accompanied by the music of a guitar. Explore the corners of Genoa off the typical tourist trail and discover the unique culture and history of the city as told by a modern 'minstrel'.

Skip the tourist traps and see Turin the way locals do. Join a small group for an evening walk through the city's medieval Roman quarter. Your guide—a Turin native—covers the history and local stories that define everyday life, and shares restaurant and bar recommendations along the way to help you make the most of your stay.

Enhance your visit to Turin with a private tour focused on the Holy Shroud, saving you time on research while uncovering its rich history and mysteries. The tour visits the Chapel of the Holy Shroud, the Dome of Turin Cathedral, and the Museum of the Holy Shroud, offering a comprehensive exploration of this revered artifact's story.

Escape the crowds and enjoy stunning views of coastal Liguria during this small-group paddling tour in Cinqueterre. Choose from one-seater or tandem kayaks, with warm and waterproof clothes supplied if needed, and get ready to hit the water. You’ll listen to an enriching history of the colorful villages along the way.

Together with Alessandro and Andres you will leave from the splendid Porto Mirabello della Spezia towards a journey to the Gulf of Poets. We will reach the most important military port of the Italian Navy, the base of the Italian Special Forces, by sea, then we will sail along the typical seaside villages of Marola, Cadimare, Fezzano and Le Grazie. Sailing accompanied by good music we will see Torre Scola, Palmaria Island and Tino Island, we will listen to the fascinating stories that concern them and we will admire the breathtaking views that the area offers us, we will head towards Portovenere. You will visit the splendid streets of Portovenere, the Byron Cave and the church of San Pietro for about an hour. After the stop you can swim in the crystal clear waters around the Palmaria Island, we will head towards the coast of Tellaro, Fiascherino and Lerici, we will tell you the legend of Tellaro, you will visit Lerici for 45 minutes and you can enjoy a refreshing ice cream. Finally we will return to La Spezia.

The sea of the Cinque Terre without crowds or stress, with the breeze in your hair and the sun shining on the water. It is the funniest, most comfortable and fastest way to admire the splendid Gulf of La Spezia, visit the hamlets of the villages, swim in crystal clear waters. We will pass through the three islands, Palmaria, Tino and Tinetto which are still uncontaminated places, until we reach the romantic Portovenere. Here you can go ashore to visit the city and the famous church of San Pietro or stay on the boat and immerse yourself in the turquoise waters. Continuing the tour, we will have time to approach the Byron cave and swim in splendid hidden coves or under the natural Canneto waterfall. We will skirt the 5 villages (Riomaggiore, Manarola, Corniglia, Vernazza, Monterosso), you will have time to take pictures, listen to interesting stories provided by your Captain and take another dive. There is also the possibility to go ashore and visit the villages of Vernazza or Monterosso.

Discover Turin as you've never seen it before with your Night Tour! Climb aboard your iconic red open-top bus and let yourself be enveloped by the charm of the Savoy city illuminated by the evening lights. Your non-stop panoramic tour will guide you through the most fascinating and symbolic places of the city: from the Mole Antonelliana that shines in the night sky, crossing the lively Piazza Vittorio Veneto surmounted by the Church of the Gran Madre and the romantic Monte dei Cappuccini, to the sparkling reflection of the Po River. We will skirt the suggestive Valentino Park with its historic Valentino Castle and gardens steeped in history and mystery, and then admire the Cathedral of Turin with the Chapel of the Holy Shroud, the ancient Roman gates and the archaeological park. We will conclude with the grandeur of Piazza Castello, home to the Royal Palace and Palazzo Madama.

The tour lasts approximately 8 hours and takes place along the stunning coastline between the Gulf of Poets and the Cinque Terre, offering a complete experience among iconic villages and unique natural landscapes. Departure is from La Spezia, heading towards Portovenere, where you can admire the colorful village and the Church of St. Peter overlooking the sea. The journey continues among the islands of the archipelago – Palmaria, Tino and Tinetto – known for their crystal-clear waters and unspoiled nature. The route then proceeds along all five villages of the Cinque Terre: Riomaggiore, Manarola, Corniglia, Vernazza and Monterosso, with breathtaking views of the cliffside villages and opportunities to stop for swimming and relaxing. On the way back, the navigation continues through the Gulf of Poets towards Lerici and Tellaro, with views of Lerici’s castle and Tellaro’s colorful houses. The itinerary can be customized according to guests’ preferences. Fuel cost: 400€

I’m Edo. I personally designed this experience, and I’ll be the one hosting you. I’m not a large tour operator, but a local who lives food and wine every day. This small-group wine tour from Turin, intentionally kept intimate with just 4 guests, is ideal for travelers seeking a slow-paced wine experience in Piedmont, away from crowded wineries. Leave the city behind and explore Canavese, a hidden wine area just north of Turin that most visitors, and even many Italians, never see. You’ll visit two family-run wineries, meet the winemakers, and enjoy guided tastings surrounded by vineyard-covered hills and Alpine scenery. The experience highlights two distinctive wines of the area: Erbaluce di Caluso, a crisp, mineral white, and Carema, a rare alpine red made from Nebbiolo grapes grown on steep stone terraces. If you’re looking for a small group wine tour in Piedmont that goes off the beaten path and is led by a passionate local, this experience is for you.

Turin’s Egyptian Museum has one of the world’s largest collections of ancient Egyptian artefacts, and visiting can be daunting. With this guided tour, take in the highlights in just a few hours and get a better understanding of the sarcophagi, papyrus scrolls, and other important objects on display with the insights and explanations of your guide. Learn about Egypt’s golden age, its ancient deities, and daily life along the Nile.

Bask in the beauty of the Cinque Terre during the golden hour, far from the tourist crush. Set sail from Levanto and cruise past all five colorful fishing villages that make up the Cinque Terre, stopping to swim and snorkel along the way. As the sun dips beneath the Mediterranean, enjoy a glass of wine (or soft drink) with nibbles and snap photos of this picturesque stretch of coastline.

An experience that will remain in your heart, my story between sea and land, seen through my eyes, my heart, my experiences, and my passion. During the cruise, we'll have the opportunity to admire the characteristic villages of the Cinque Terre from the sea: Monterosso, Vernazza, Corniglia, Manarola, and Riomaggiore. During the cruise, I'll take you snorkeling in the splendid bays, coves, and caves where my dream was born. I'll offer you an aperitif with artisanal and organic products typical of my region, including salami, cheese, focaccia, gattafin, savory pies, Levanto specialties, local Vermentino, and a selection of other alcoholic and non-alcoholic beverages. For more information and to book at our best rates, please contact us by searching my website, Rosa Dei Venti Boat Tours 5 Terre Levanto.

Spend a day with a private guide on your Liguria vacation, and discover the history and must-see sights of Portofino and Santa Margherita Ligure. You’ll stroll around Portofino’s bustling Piazzetta while learning about the exclusive seaside village, then catch a ferry along the coast to Santa Margherita where samples of local focaccia and panoramic vistas await.

Are you a cruise traveler docking in La Spezia, eager to immerse yourself in the rich history and captivating charm of Florence and Pisa? Join us for an unforgettable full-day shore excursion that will dazzle and enchant you. Discover iconic landmarks, from the majestic Florence Cathedral to the timeless grandeur of Piazza dei Miracoli. Stroll across the charming Ponte Vecchio, capture stunning photos at Piazza della Signoria, and soak in the vibrant atmosphere of the Piazza del Mercato Centrale. Explore the world-famous Leaning Tower in Pisa and uncover even more hidden gems along the way. For your convenience, we’ve arranged seamless transportation with a guaranteed timely return to your ship, making your adventure effortless and enjoyable. Book now and let us unveil the treasures of Florence and Pisa, just as we locals cherish them!

You will travel through the time from the first millennia of human history to the end of the Muslim era (632 AD). You will see the complete tomb of Kha and Merit, an inviolate tomb, never found before, like Tuthankhamun in Cairo. Three floors of wonderful finds, revealed by a passionate licensed tour guide. ----------------------------- Skip-the-line ticket with predefined time reservation ----------------------------- It is recommended to leave a mobile number reachable with Whatsapp for urgent communications and provide better service.