Top La Spezia Outdoor Activities

Skip the exhausting hikes and fast train rides and experience Cinque Terre by e-bike on a 4-hour guided tour. The bike's electric motor allows you to maximize your time and traverse the hilly terrain with ease. Eat traditional focaccia and taste locally produced wine during a break at the Sanctuary of Soviore. The scenic route also includes stops at charming churches, including Soviore and San Giovanni Battista.

Spend the morning out in the Liguran sunshine on an E-Bike tour from Levanto. Start off towards Genove, and cycle past red rock quarries before arriving at the village of Costa for stunning views. Next continue around Mount Serro, and climb back down to the port of Framura for a typical Ligurian lunch complete with white wine and Foccacia. Pass by the parish church of Saint Catherine on your way back to Levanto.

Discover the stunning Cinque Terre—or “five lands”—during this hiking tour from La Spezia Port. Explore Manarola, Corniglia, Vernazza, and Riomaggiore with a combination of hikes and train rides. Stroll through the colorful villages and enjoy plenty of free time to relax over the course of the day. The main hike takes place between Manarola and Corniglia where you can enjoy stunning views of the surrounding area and the Mediterranean.

If you are docked in La Spezia and puzzling over how to visit the picturesque fishing villages of the Cinque Terre along the coast, this shore excursion saves you the trouble of organizing the logistics on your own. Visit the villages of Vernazza and Monterosso with a guide, stopping to taste the local lemon liqueur, Limoncino. End your day with free time in Monterosso, the largest of the five villages, before heading back to La Spezia.

See Cinque Terre from another perspective: from a boat at sea. Spend a full day sailing along the Italian riviera, viewing the five seaside towns and learning about the history of the area from your skipper. Drink in the views of the colorful villages that hug the coastline. Learn some sailing tips from the crew. Stop to swim in the shimmering sea. And then indulge in a lunch of Ligurian specialties, washing it down with some locally produced wine. Participants are limited to just 10 people on this small-group tour, ensuring plenty of personalized attention.

Come explore the Gulf of the Poets, a stunning stretch of coast in the Ligurian Riviera. We offer great kayak excursions to go and discover the hidden beaches and coves, reachable only by kayak, of our wonderful sea. You will be accompanied by our expert guides in this magical naturalistic tour. We provide you with quality equipment, a sit on top kayak, paddle, safety life jacket, waterproof bag and waterproof mobile phone cover. Also included in the tour will be a few drinks and snacks (aperitivo) on the beach.

Enjoy a leisurely e-bike ride in the La Spezia region with an option of four fun tours. Take the classic tour from La Spezia to Cinque Terre, bike around the Gulf of Poets from La Spezia to either Portovenere or Montemarcello, or tour Val di Magra. Each tour option features beautiful views of the seaside scenery and takes about four hours to complete.

Excursion in a cave adventure trail, the only one of its kind in Italy. Participants will be able to safely visit the deepest cave route so far only attended by specialized cavers. The route is suitable for all visitors in good mobility and health. Access allowed for persons over 10 years and 140 cm in height, min weight 30 kg. and max 120 kg.

It is an exclusive boat trip that will help you experiencing the meaning of Italian "Dolce Vita", exploring one of the world’s most inspiring Gulf, loved by the English poets Shelley and Byron. It’s perfect for those who want to enjoy in style the area's most secret and inaccessible coves along Portovenere or Cinque Terre Coast, avoiding the crowd, and, at the same time, to explore the coast and its picturesque fishing villages without any stress.

In this magic tour we will see landscapes hidden from the crowd, making easy ups and exciting downs with our e-bikes among the colors and scents of this part of Ligurian coast which is like a secret Cinque Terre area, but not as crowded as the original villages. We will make a visit of a typical vinyard, from which we will admire the sea from unique perspectives. The owner of the vinyard will illustrate the traditional cultivation method that him and his family have been rediscovering through the years. He will also explain their restoring projects of ancient heritage grape varieties. Comfortably sitting in the garden, we will taste two traditional white and red wines, typical of this region, paired with seasonal products. Finally, we will go downhill, making return to Levanto in the enchanting light of a beautiful sunset.

The guide will provide all the information you need to be able to ride a mountain bike (pedal assisted) in complete safety. In this excursion we will explore the valley of Levanto until the mountain called Bardellone. These alternative routes, not very frequented, are immersed in unspoiled nature. Usually it is also possible to spot local hawks flying high. Along the way we will be able to admire the spontaneous vegetation of holm oaks, olive trees, chestnut trees, Mediterranean scrub. The pleasure of mountain biking lies in the relaxation of traveling along dirt roads that are often of ancient memory. An expert guide will make this sport easy for everyone, and you will be able to drive at your favorite pace. This tour is perfect for those who are looking for a little bit of adventure. The excursion includes a stop where we will taste Ligurian focaccia and local white wine.

Once you get on, you can sit at the bow which is equipped with a seat for 3 people or lie down in the sun on the comfortable sundeck, or enjoy sailing aft in the shade where 4 other people can be comfortable On board our boat you can forget the stress of parking and overcrowded train journeys: there will be only you and a few other friends to enjoy the best of these lands. We will visit Monterosso al Mare, Vernazza, Coniglia, Manarola and Riomaggiore from the sea, arriving in the splendid bay of Portovenere. Trips are customizable. Maximum 9 people on board but we can add another boat and organize a tour for 16 people in total. No stress Excellent tastings of local and always fresh products Fantastic places where you can swim and admire the seabed

Experience Cinque Terre on a 6-hour, private tour form La Spezia Cruise Terminal. Meet your guide and board the “5 Terre Express” train to wind through the five charming fishing villages that make u the region. Learn about Ligurian history and culture and work with your guide the shape your ideal day in Cinque Terre. See all five villages or customize your tour to spend more time on one. Avoid tourist traps and see the area with a local.

Rather than navigating on your own, sit back and enjoy the scenery when you book a private day trip to Cinque Terre, a group of fishing villages just 40 kilometers north of La Spezia. The private tour ensures you are able to customize the itinerary according to your interests. With your guide’s insider recommendations, explore the area at your own pace and enjoy vineyard tours with complimentary wine tastings.

Renting the e-bikes Mountain bikes in the bike centers of Equi Terme and Fivizzano it is possible to do half or one day excursions pedaling effortlessly. You can reach very suggestive natural and historical sites such as parish churches, castles, canyons, parks. Along the routes you can find farmhouses to taste and buy local products.

Hiking through the Cinque Terre is an amazing experience that gives a different perspective of this unique area, we'll be surrounded by the lushuring vegetation of the National Park with spectacular views of the multicoloured coastal villages that reflect the glittering sea. Admiring this trail means coming close to the old tradition of wine and olive oil production or even interacting with locals as they work in olive groves or vineyards. We can have the chance to see folks out working in olive groves or carrying wine grapes from the harvest, with baskets full of grapes carried on top of the head or on the "monorail", the typical and unique mean of transport on the hills. We will walk along the cliffs, amongst the forests and vineyards, private beautiful gardens surrounded by the scented mediterranean vegetation. An adventure that takes us off the beaten tracks and we'll be so rewarded at the end of the day with more knowledge about the envinroment and its vegetation and wildlife.

Cinque Terre is the jewel of the Ligurian coast and this hiking tour from La Spezia covers four out of the five villages. Depart from the La Spezia train station and head straight to Manarola to begin your trek to Corniglia. Admire the beautiful views along the way and then enjoy time to explore the towns of Corniglia, Vernazza, and Riomaggiore before heading back to La Spezia.

Explore the hidden treasures of the Cinque Terre on a 6-hour mountain bike tour that is suitable for fit participants. The moderately challenging non-technical route includes long climbs into the hills where you get sweeping views over the Gulf of La Spezia and National Park of the Cinque Terre. Includes knowledgeable guide, light refreshments, and use of bike equipment.

The so-called "Golfo dei Poeti" ha s charmed many artists and poets from all over the world, through the centuries: Byron, Shelley, Lawrence and even Dante Alighieri. This private guided tour will allow you to reach the pearl of this enchanting gulf, Portovenere, where the legend says that the goddess of beauty herself. Venus, was born. A quick, pleasant an easy ride on e-bikes will first reach the villages of Biassa, famous for the production of Sciacchetrà wine, and Le Grazie, well known for the precious marble caves. Once in Portovenere, there will be plenty of time to chill out with good glass of wine before getting back.

In this afternoon tour, we will depart from Levanto in the afternoon and riding our electric bikes we will reach Monterosso in about an hour, making some stops in scenic and touristic places. In Monterosso, where we will stay for an hour, we will explore the old part of the village, which at sunset is very quiet and has a unique and enchanting atmosphere. There will be 30 minutes of free time for autonomously exploring this town. Afterwards, we will start our ride back to Levanto, during which we will have other breathtaking views of the Cinque Terre coast at sunset.

The boat all for you, without other passengers with the possibility to stop whenever you want,

We will start from the village of Levanto; we will add ourselves first in the alleys of the center, discovering particularities of the village medieval structure. We'll continue our journey with a trek in nature that will takes us, through the pine forests and the Mediterranean scrub, to rediscover the places of important experiments of an Italian Nobel prize and visit a particular site: the agricultural unit of centennial tradition where we will do our picnic with typical Ligurian products! We will continue until we reach the top of Punta Mesco, the western gate of the Cinque Terre Park, a natural terrace with breathtaking views! We will begin the descent from the sea, beyond the promontory until we reach the splendid and renowned Monterosso, where we could rest on the beach, visit the places that inspired another Italian Nobel prize and, why not, take a dip in the splendid sea of ​​the 5 Terre. A day in the history and poetry of World Heritage sites.

Our captain is a local waters veteran with many years of fishing experience under his belt. He knows the hottest fishing spots off Italy’s coast, and is happy to share that with his passengers in order to enjoy a Big-Game Fishing adventure in the beautifull waters of the Tyrrhenian Sea.

Hike in Cinque Terre stands for breath taking views, bright colours and unforgettable picturesque landscapes.

On the Eastern part of the Gulf of La Spezia, just in front of Portovenere and Palmaria island, stands one of theist known marine location in Italy: Lerici. This town has a long and prestigious history, testified by the impressive presence of the Castle, aside the harbor. All around, marvelous small villages like Tellaro and San Terenzo create a unique surrounding. This private guided tour will lead you across the Southern edge of Golfo dei Poeti, uphill to some amazing viewpoints and back down to the sea, where you will enjoy a relaxing aperitif near the beach.

A beautiful path marked by glimpses of the sheer sea, terraced vineyards and gardens almost suspended in the void. From Levanto we climb along a path immersed in the vegetation rich in holm oaks, maritime pines and mastic trees, skirting imposing cliffs overlooking the sea from which it is possible to admire the entire coast from Portovenere to Portofino and beyond. We will cross the promontory of Punta Mesco passing by the Monastery of Sant'Antonio and once in Monterosso we can take a break to take a refreshing bath!

Our captain is a local waters veteran with many years of fishing experience under his belt. He knows the hottest fishing spots off Italy’s coast, and is happy to share that with his passengers in order to enjoy a Big-Game Fishing adventure in the beautifull waters of the Tyrrhenian Sea.

Afternoon dedicated to a guided tour of Portovenere, a wonderful village with the small church of San Pietro, built on the extreme end of the village from which you can enjoy a marvelous view of the sea, the 12th century castle, the Sanctuary of the Madonna Bianca and the Byron’s Cave, where the English poet used to go to get inspiration for his poems. Later, you will departure aboard the ancient leudo Zigoela (a traditional Ligurian boat) and sail along the coast between the pastel-coloured houses of the ancient village and the uncontaminated Palmaria island, enraptured by the light of the sunset in a unique setting. The breeze of the open sea and the emerald waters will accompany you to discover the jagged coastline and hidden bays until you reach a way known as Via dell’Amore. In a romantic atmosphere, you can enjoy an aperitif of typical Ligurian products and relax with a refreshing dive in the moonlight.

Discover the untouched beauty of the Gulf of Poets on board a fast and comfortable dinghy. Take your time to explore the picturesque villages of Portovenere and Lerici and enjoy the best view of Tellaro from the sea. Sail along the jagged coast of the islands of the Poets Gulf where the sea is calm and crystalline. The Cinque Terre are just around the corner but here you will be away from the hustle and bustle and enjoy a relaxing atmosphere. Take a dip in a secluded cove and toast onboard with cool local wine. Take the opportunity to have a delicious lunch in Lerici, tasting mussels breed in the Gulf. Please note that the first part of the tour, islands and Portovenere, will be shared with other guests (up to 8) while the second part with Lerici and Tellaro will be private, with the boat just for you.

Our captain is a local waters veteran with many years of fishing experience under his belt. He knows the hottest fishing spots off Italy’s coast, and is happy to share that with his passengers in order to enjoy a Big-Game Fishing adventure in the beautiful waters of the Tyrrhenian Sea.

Hiking through the Cinque Terre is an amazing experience that gives a different perspective of this unique area, we'll be surrounded by the lushuring vegetation of the National Park with spectacular views of the multicoloured coastal villages that reflect the glittering sea. We will be close to the old tradition of wine and olive oil production admiring locals working in olive groves or vineyards. We can have the chance to see folks out working in olive groves or carrying wine grapes from the harvest, with baskets full of grapes carried on top of the head or on the "monorail", the typical and unique mean of transport on the hills. We will walk along the cliffs, amongst the forests and vineyards, private beautiful gardens surrounded by the scented mediterranean vegetation. It's an adventure that takes us off the beaten tracks and we'll be so rewarded at the end of the day with more knowledge about the envinroment and its vegetation and wildlife.

SAILING FOR THE FANTASTIC COASTS OF THE CINQUE TERRE WITH THE POSSIBILITY OF BATHS AND RELAXATION ENJOYING THE SUN OR ENJOYING BY SNORKELING IN THE CRYSTAL WATERS OF THE GULF OF POETS. POSSIBILITY OF BRUNCH ON BOARD.

The landscape of the Cinque Terre is spectacular and being able to savor it on foot and by train is an indelible experience. The scents, the colors of nature capture the visitor who is kidnapped by this landscape made of cliffs, jagged coast, steep and impossible paths that cross the "vertical" vineyards on the hills that frame these colorful seaside villages rich in historical experiences and traditions. We will walk together discovering the ancient traditions, the wonderful views overlooking the sea, the most characteristic corners and local food. All elements that make a day unique in these enchanting places. This excursion can be customized according to your inclinations, we will discover the natural and man-made contexts that have characterized this coast for centuries, I will be able to recommend glimpses for your photos, the best places for your lunch, since after a walk together, you will have free time to dedicate to you.

Hike off the beaten path enjoying the beauty of Portovenere and the Cinque Terre coast from a different point of view. Enjoy the best view of Portovenere. Discover the wild and intact natural beauty of the tiny Palmaria island. Hike a ring trail that skirts the beautiful coast, surrounded by Mediterranean vegetation. This is a good itinerary also for summer since you will have the possibility to swim in the crystalline water of secluded coves. Hiking: about 3h30 Difficulty: medium Difference in altitude: 200 mt. Suitable for families

Discover the magnificent village of Porto Venere, the steep coastline of the Cinque Terre, a UNESCO heritage site and its pearl, Vernazza

There's a hidden, suggestive path, running through the outback of Cinque Terre. It's called the "Sanctuary Way", since it connects all the sanctuaries which are meant to protect the villages on the coast. This private guided tour will allow you to have an easy and pleasant ride by e-bikes on this route, visiting Montenero, Volastra, San Bernardino, Reggio and Soviore before reaching Monterosso. Here, your way back will be a spectacular cruise in sight of the Cinque Terre; you will have the time for a dive and an exclusive aperitif onboard. Being slow will be worthwhile!

The Cinque Terre is one of the most picturesque stretches of coastline in Italy, but its five colorful fishing villages can be overrun with visitors. With this boat tour, escape the crowds and admire these postcard-perfect villages from the sea. Skirt the Ligurian coast as far as Portofino, stopping to snorkel and swim and docking in Portofino to explore by land. Relax on board with Prosecco and learn about Liguria’s history and culture from your skipper.

Departure from Levanto harbour, arrivo in Portofino (1,30 h) Stop in San Fruttuoso for lunch (reservations required - not included)

Leaving from La Spezia train station, where you will meet your private guide, you will get on a private taxi to reach the beautiful village of Lerici, one of the places that the Shelleys loved the most. In Lerici, after seeing the famous Shelley's house, you will board a ferry boat until you arrive to the picturesque village of Portovenere. Once there, you will start a proper boat tour to see the islands of the Poet's Gulf, such as Palmaria, Tino and Tinetto. These islands are also a UNESCO World Heritage Site. You will have some time to explore the islands with your guide (you will decide together how much time to dedicate to each island, where to eat and so on). You will discover why poets and writers were fascinated by these places. Byron, Shelley, Virginia Woolf, DH Lawrence: all have dedicated poems and thoughts in this stretch of the Ligurian coast, so rugged and sometimes inaccessible. At the end of the tour, your guide will take you back to La Spezia train station.

We start from Levanto and take the provincial road in the direction of Genoa, the first six kilometers are uphill, the slow speed makes us fully enjoy the splendid views. At the end of the ascent, we make a brief stop to observe the red marble quarries, typical of this area.