Church of San Pietro

Small group activities

Explore the beautiful cliffs, beaches, and colorful towns of the Cinque Terre on a sailing tour from La Spezia. You will see all five picturesque villages characterized by pastel-colored houses on a 5,5 hour boat tour. Start your tour from Passeggiata Morin in La Spezia and sail along the western coast of the Gulf of Poets. Admire the beautiful landscape of the four villages that make up the Borgate Marinare. Continue sailing towards Portovenere, where you will cross the Le Bocche, a strait between the town of Portovenere and the wild Palmaria Island. See the magnificent Romanesque church of San Pietro, set among the rocks and overlooking the sea. Discover one of the unspoiled coves like Le Rosse, Monesteroli or Punta Pineda along the coastline. Grab a chance to dip in the pristine waters of the Cinque Terre Natural Park. Marvel at the beauty of Monterosso al Mare, the last and most vibrant of the five villages. Here you can enjoy ashore local specialties such as focaccia with anchovies or delicious gelato. Pass through the local mussel farms while returning to La Spezia. 

Ride by boat to three different islands all located in the majestic Gulf of Poets. Swim in the Ligurian Sea, and make visits to Palmaria, Tino, and Tinetto, and experience untouched natures in a completely unique environment. Snorkel and discover the underwater world, and relax on the boat for a true day at sea. Meet your captain and depart from Portovenere for a day of sightseeing and relaxation. Breathe in the salt air and experience the Torre Scola, a historical ruin that begs to be photographed and discussed. Then, make a swim stop at La Maiella and explore the marine world while snorkeling. Then, head to the lighthouse of Tino Island, where you can see the Madonnina emerge from the TInetto Sea. Find yourself next in the Blue Cave, and take some time to learn about the Church of San Pietro. Notice the nature all around and feel how it calms the nerves of a busy lifestyle. Before heading back to port, discover Saint Peter's Church, said to be one of the most beautiful in the world.

Departure at 10 a.m. from Porto Mirabello, La Spezia, near the gas station. The boat (10 metres) and the captain will be there waiting for you. You will sail along the borgate marinare, i.e. the small villages on the coast between La Spezia and Portovenere. You will see Torre Scola, an old military fortress built on a rock in the middle of the sea. We will pass through the archipelago consisting of the three islands, Palmaria, Tino and Tinetto, which are still unspoilt places, until we reach the romantic Portovenere. Here you can choose whether to go ashore for a short visit to the town and the famous church of San Pietro, overlooking the sea, or stay on the boat and dive into the turquoise waters between Palmaria Island and the village of Portovenere. Continuing the tour, we will have time to approach the world-famous Grotta Byron, the red rocks and swim in beautiful hidden coves, in the crystal-clear waters of Monesteroli or under the natural waterfall of Canneto. From here we will enter the 5 terre marine protected area. We will sail past the 5 villages (Riomaggiore, Manarola, Corniglia, Vernazza, Monterosso), you will have plenty of time to take your photos, listen to interesting stories and explanations from your captain and take another dip. During this tour there is also the possibility to go ashore and visit the villages of Vernazza or Monterosso. If you are lucky, you will be able to see the dolphins that habitually swim near our shores. The tour will end at 6 p.m. at the place of departure.

Programme: We will be waiting for you at the embarkation point (Porto Mirabello, La Spezia), 10 minutes before the departure time. With a 2-hour tour during the Golden Hour, starting from La Spezia (Banchina Revel), we will guide you through the secrets of the Gulf and the 3 Islands: - Torre Scola, an ancient military fort built in the 16th century and damaged during the Napoleonic wars - Portovenere, the true pearl of the Gulf, unrivalled in beauty and magic - The Roman Church of San Pietro, perched on the promontory of Portovenere is considered the most beautiful in the world - The Blue Cave in Palmaria, which turns golden at sunset - The historic Tino lighthouse, one of the few remaining lighthouses in Europe still in operation - The Madonna Stella Maris, which emerges from the waters in front of Tinetto and protects sailors and the Gulf - The ancient funicular railway used until the Second World War to load the precious marble from the local quarries onto ships - The many military installations and bunkers from the First and Second World War

The 'aperitif tour departs from Porto Mirabello in La Spezia, You'll visit the Gulf of Poets, with its natural pools, the ancient military fortress of Torre Scuola, see the magnificent village of Portovenere, once a fishing village, with the UNESCO World Heritage Site Church of St. Peter, which seems to rise directly from the rock, the famous Byron Cave that inspired the brilliant poet Byron, and Portovenere Castle. You'll be able to dive into a spectacular beach, Cala dell' Ammiraglio, behind Palmaria Island, where numerous buildings from World War II are still visible. You'll also see Tino Island, with the magnificent lighthouse that lights up every night, and Tinetto. But the real attraction is to enjoy a drink at sunset, in the open sea, and immediately after the aperitif, you can enjoy dinner in front of the magnificent scenery of Portovenere illuminated, with a rich buffet and Italian pasta, you will also taste our pesto with focaccia, drinks are unlimited : Prosecco, Wine, Beer, Cola, soft drinks.

In time, you will board your boats for an enlightening cruise around the bay, which is also known as Gulf of Poets. You'll admire the colorful villages that make up Borgate Marinare as a prelude to cruising around the islands in the surrounding Bay of La Spezia. You will be treated to close-up views of the islands Palmaria, Tino and Tinetto in the bay’s westernmost part. UNESCO deemed them and the neighboring town of Portovenere, a World Heritage site for their scenic and cultural value. The Gulf is also home to the irreplicable Madonna Stella Maris emerging from the water, historically-relevant ruins from World War II, the Blue Grotto, the Portoro Marble Quarries and the charming Tino lighthouse, one of the last active in this part of the Mediterranean. Their beauty, especially at the Golden Hour, is breathtaking! As the sun will start to set the Captain will offer you on board a delicious Italian aperitivo with drinks. We'll wait for you at the boarding point (HopHop Boat - Piattaforma Galleggiante), 15 minutes before the departure time.

Meet your private driver beside your ship at 8:00 AM for the 1.5-hour drive to the delightful fishing village of Portovenere, with its tall and colorful waterfront houses. Enjoy memorable sea views from the promontory where the Church of San Pietro stands. Its Gothic Genovese style dates back to 1256-1277. The church was built on the remains of an early Christian church and Byzantine abbey with parts of a heathen temple from the Roman age. At the foot of the promontory, there is a small grotto named after Lord Byron who took refuge here. From Portovenere, you'll begin your adventure through the five lands of the Cinque Terre, a landscape so unique that in 1998 it was listed as a UNESCO World Heritage Site. A great way to discover this area is from the sea. You'll have the option of departing from the harbor to enjoy a ferry ride (additional cost) to Vernazza, a great stop for lunch at a restaurant set on the cliffs, looking out across the bay (lunch at own expense). The ferry journey will take you past Riomaggiore and Manarola with great photo opportunities from the sea.  Meet up with your driver and visit either Corniglia set up on the hill or enjoy a stroll around Riomaggiore or Manarola. You could continue on to the larger and busier town of Monterosso, but please note it is not possible to stop at all the villages in one day and for this tour, it is best to keep the day as flexible as possible and see where your journey will take you. At some places, you may wish to consider using the train and if the weather and sea conditions are good, the local ferry will be recommended. Wherever your journey takes you, you will return with wonderful memories to your ship in the port of Livorno at approximately 5:00 PM.

Departing from Lerici, La Spezia, Portovenere (or Cinque Terre, Forte dei marmi, Portofino) we will sail towards the Gulf of Poets and Portovenere. Here we will cross this amazing and historic country, commonly known as the “six Country of Cinque Terre” and famous for its unique ar- chitecture, the Byron Cave and the iconic Church of San Pietro perched at the entrance to the Bay of Portovenere. From here, we will make our way to the Cinque Terre. Along the way you will discover the natural coast, the historical relics between Portovenere and Riomaggiore that are visible only by sea. Once we enter the Cinque Terre National Park, we will explore the five countries by sea. There will also be an opportunity to get off the boat and explore one or more of these enchanting village. During the day, you’ll have the opportunity to stop for swim and snorkel in some of the pristine, sheltered bays along the coast, and you’ll have plenty of time to photograph not only the most famous sights along the way, but also all the hidden gems we’re eager to share with you. After having some time to relax on the boat with good music, we will return to the meeting point. Included: typical wine, water, beer, orange juice, lunch and all for the boat. Ig: didi boat tour

The 7-hour tour departs at 10am from porto mirabello la spezia and heads to portovenere with disembarkation for a visit to the village. Continue to cala rossa, bay of monesteroli, a unesco world heritage site, with a swim and stop, then you reach the 5 terre park, with a choice of visits to riomaggiore, manarola, corniglia, vernazza, monterosso. On the way back, swim and stop at cala scura, punta pineda and arrive in Porto Mirabello at 17pm

Our boat, "BLUE", is designed to offer you an authentic maritime experience, similar to the one we sailors have lived since birth. Imagine breathing the sea breeze, feeling the saltiness on your skin and being enchanted by the infinite shades of the colors of the sea. The horizon merges with the sea in an endless embrace that captures the eye and awakens a thousand emotions. On board the "BLUE", you can enjoy hours of complete relaxation and tanning on our large sundeck. When the sun is at its peak, you can take refuge in the shade of a large awning and delight your palate with the local food and wine delicacies. If you want a more lively and dynamic holiday or party, the "BLUE" is ready to meet these needs as well. Our powerful stereo system and always fresh bottles in the fridge are ready to make you jump, dance and celebrate. Our experienced and attentive crew will be by your side throughout the tour, ready to meet your every need and make you feel truly on vacation. The "BLUE" is equipped with an easy ascent from the sea and an excellent holding system. In addition, it offers comfort such as fresh water for the shower, a cabin to change comfortably and a toilet. To ensure your safety, all our staff have followed the necessary legal courses. With the "BLUE", your only concern will be to enjoy the experience and let yourself be overwhelmed by emotions. We look forward to welcoming you on board!