Our Day Tours are the ideal option to discover the Gulf of Poets. You can enjoy a relaxing day aboard a private boat, exploring the stunning coastline, crystal-clear waters, and enchanting coves accessible only by sea. For the most discerning guests, we offer the possibility to choose from the best seaside restaurants for an unforgettable lunch. All of this under the guidance of our expert crew, ready to make your experience unique and memorable.
Our dynamic backgrounds and love for this unique area of Italy allow us to best satisfy your every request, helping you to create the ideal tour for your time in the Cinque Terre.
The Blue Boat team includes two locals, Simone and Sergio, who both have more than twenty years of experience navigating our coasts with a passion for the sea, and Megan, a Californian who fell in love with our territory and has been working in the Cinque Terre tourism sector for more than a decade.
THE GULF OF POETS AND ISLANDS
Discover the true essence of our region with us, your pass to an exclusive adventure away from the crowds and queues. With our boat tour, you will explore the heart of the Gulf of the Poets, visiting Lerici and Portovenere with their charming castles and churches dating back to 1100 AD. Be enchanted by the islands of Tino, Tinetto, and Palmaria, proudly UNESCO World Heritage Sites.
Aboard Blue Boat, we guarantee maximum comfort as we traverse crystal-clear waters where you can swim, snorkel, and take unforgettable photos. Admire the spectacular view of the Bay of Red Rocks and the picturesque Bay of Monesteroli, with its pebbly beach and transparent waters.
Our tour will allow you to relax and fully enjoy the boat, giving you a refreshing swim, some delicious snacks, and excellent wine. Indulge in a tasting of our renowned PESTO and local wine on board. For the most discerning guests, there is the possibility of stopping to eat at one of the many seaside restaurants, selected to offer you an exclusive and unforgettable lunch.
Our mission is to transform your adventure into an extraordinary experience, enriched by fascinating stories and curiosities about the explored destinations. With our expert team, we guarantee comfort, authenticity, and a stress-free experience, allowing you to discover the best of our region without compromising on quality and exclusivity
Enjoy the Sea
No overcrowded beaches, no lines. We will help you discover the true angles of paradise, in absolute relaxation!
Number of Guests
Reserve your tour with your friends or family, as our boats can accommodate up to 7 to 8 people on board!
Services
You can enjoy the coast of the Cinque Terre, with all the comforts our boats can offer!
Passion
We love everything around us and we know how to convey this love for our territory to our guests!
The Blue Boat
Tiara Coronet 29 – Maximum 7 people: The most exclusive boat in our fleet offers you spacious comfort, privacy and a tasting of local products on board. Depending the tour you choose, you will have the opportunity to visit up to 2 villages.
The Blue Boat
Tiara Coronet 29 – Maximum 7 people: The most exclusive boat in our fleet offers you spacious comfort, privacy and the possibility to have lunch on board. Depending the tour you choose, you will have the opportunity to visit up to 2 villages.
Tours with
The Blue Boat
Day Tour – 4 hours
Tasting of local wine and typical products of the Cinque Terre without any village stops
Day Tour – 5 hours
Tasting of local wine and typical products of the Cinque Terre and a stop in Portovenere, the most characteristic village of the Gulf of the Poets.
Day Tour – 6 hours
Tasting of local wine and typical products of the Cinque Terre and 2 stops in Portovenere and Lerci.
THE BLACK BOAT
Baylainer Xr7 Elements – Maximum 8 people: This boat is very versatile, comfortable and suitable for both families with children and groups of friends with its large open spaces that make interaction between between passengers easy. Depending on the tour you choose, you will have the opportunity to visit up to 4 villages with a tasting on board of local wines and typical products.
THE BLACK BOAT
Baylainer Xr7 Elements – Maximum 8 people: This boat is very versatile, comfortable and suitable for both families with children and groups of friends with its large open spaces that make interaction between between passengers easy. Depending on the tour you choose, you will have the opportunity to visit up to 2 villages with a tasting on board of local wines and typical products.
Tours with
The Black Boat
Day Tour – 4 hours
Tasting of local wine and typical products of the Cinque Terre without any village stops.
Day Tour – 5 hours
Tasting of local wine and typical products of the Cinque Terre, and a stop in Portovenere, the most characteristic village of the Gulf of Poets.
Day Tour – 6 hours
Tasting of local wine and typical products of the Cinque Terre and 2 stops in Portovenere and Lerci.
THE AQUA BOAT
Our most eco-friendly boat combines the traditional “gozzo” design with modern elegance, featuring a large open deck which is perfect for lounging while soaking up the stunning views and exploring the secrets of this unique coastline. There is also bench seating and a fixed sun shade.
Tours aboard the Aqua Boat also include an on-board pesto tasting. Wine, beer, soft drinks and water are included throughout the tour
THE AQUA BOAT
Our most eco-friendly boat combines the traditional “gozzo” design with modern elegance, featuring a large open deck which is perfect for lounging while soaking up the stunning views and exploring the secrets of this unique coastline. There is also bench seating and a fixed sun shade.
Tours aboard the Aqua Boat also include an on-board pesto tasting. Wine, beer, soft drinks and water are included throughout the tour
Tours with
THE AQUA BOAT
Day Tour – 4 hours
Tasting of local wine and typical products of the Cinque Terre without any village stops.
Day Tour – 5 hours
Tasting of local wine and typical products of the Cinque Terre, and a stop in Portovenere, the most characteristic village of the Gulf of the Poets.
Day Tour – 6 hours
Tasting of local wine and typical products of the Cinque Terre and 2 stops in Portovenere and Lerci.
Why Choose
Blue Boat Tours
Our various itineraries allow all of our guests to enjoy the beauty of the Cinque Terre and the Gulf of the Poets at any time of the day. Contact us for more information or to create your personalized experience!
WE OFFER YOU THE BEST
Plenty of shade from the sun, many places to sit, snorkeling equipment, and all day drink service.
AVAILABLE THROUGHOUT THE DAY
Our itineraries have a variety of departure times, from the morning to the late afternoon! Choose the one that best suits you!
NO SURPRISES!
All details are agreed upon at the time of booking, from the departure time to the itinerary to the final cost.
Our Photos
There is nothing like a photograph to capture the beauty and emotion found throughout the Cinque Terre
In need of some Vitamin Sea?
Snorkeling in some of the most beautiful waters in Italy.
Snorkeling is possible but only if you are 100% self-sufficient.
The waters of the Cinque Terre are considered among the richest in marine flora and fauna in Italy, and we will have the pleasure of accompanying you to admire these crystalline waters, far from the crowds and reachable only by sea.
In need of some Vitamin Sea?
Snorkeling in some of the most beautiful waters in Italy.
Snorkeling is possible but only if you are 100% self-sufficient.
The waters of the Cinque Terre are considered among the richest in marine flora and fauna in Italy, and we will have the pleasure of accompanying you to admire these crystalline waters, far from the crowds and reachable only by sea.
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F.A.Q.
How do I book a tour?
Contact us directly and we can provide all the information regarding availability and pricing. Just let us know how many people are in your group and the dates you are interested in, and we’ll take care of the rest!
What happens in the case of bad weather or rough seas?
We will contact you a few days before your tour to touch base. In the case of bad weather or rough seas, we will see if it’s possible to reschedule the tour. If not, we will cancel the tour with no penalty with as much warning as possible.
How far in advance do I need to book my tour?
All of our reservations are booked on a first come, first served method so in order to ensure availability, we suggest you book as soon as you are certain of your travel plans.
What happens if I need to cancel my reservation?
We don’t require any type of prepayment, so there are no cancellation fees. We simply ask that you let us know as far in advance as possible in the case that you need to cancel.
We would like to inform you that within 48 hours prior to your tour, we will provide the final confirmation to ensure that weather conditions will be optimal. At that time, we will ask you to make a small deposit of 30% of the total cost of the tour.
Where do we meet the boat?
Upon confirmation, we will send detailed directions based on whether you are arriving by car, train or by foot. All our tours originate from La Spezia, however in certain cases we can make other arrangements. Contact us directly for more information.
Is there parking near where we meet the boat?
There are two large parking lots near the meeting point where our tours depart. Depending on where you are arriving from, we will send you directions to the most convenient option.