If you want things to do in La Spezia, these three boat experiences offer very different ways to spend time on the water. One is a short private cruise focused on a few scenic stops, while the other two use a longer private boat format to cover more of the coastline and villages.
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How these La Spezia options compare
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| Tour | Best for | Rating | Reviews | Duration | Key point | Link |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
 Private scenic cruise | Travelers who want a small-group private boat day with a relaxed pace and a simple coastal focus. | ★ 5.0/5 | 40 reviews | Approx. 7 hr | Private boat for just your group | View on Viator |
 Full Cinque Terre day | Travelers who want a longer private outing with more village coverage, more onboard extras, and a lunch included. | ★ 5.0/5 | 39 reviews | Approx. 7 hr | Covers all five Cinque Terre villages by boat | View on Viator |
 Short coastal outing | Travelers who want a shorter private boat trip with drinks and snacks, rather than a longer sightseeing day. | ★ 5.0/5 | 31 reviews | Approx. 3 hr | Shortest time commitment of the three | View on Viator |
Three La Spezia experiences compared
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Compare route focus, group size, and onboard comfort
Portovenere Cinque Terre Amazing Private Boat Tour from La Spezia
Best for: Travelers who want a small-group private boat day with a relaxed pace and a simple coastal focus.
This option is built for travelers who want a private boat experience with a compact group size and a comfortable onboard setup. The route starts in La Spezia and follows the coast past Portovenere and sections of the Cinque Terre area. The format is flexible and unhurried, with time to relax on board and, when conditions allow, stop for a swim. Included items are straightforward: boat, fuel, insurance, skipper, and drinks plus focaccia. It is limited to six guests, and children must be at least eight years old, so it suits travelers who want a quieter, more exclusive day on the water.
Portovenere and Cinque Terre by private boat
- Private boat for just your group
- Includes boat, fuel, insurance, and skipper
- Onboard shade, toilet, shower, and changing space
Compare how much of Cinque Terre is covered and what is included
Cinque Terre and Portovenere Private Boat Tour from La Spezia
Best for: Travelers who want a longer private outing with more village coverage, more onboard extras, and a lunch included.
This private boat tour is the most comprehensive of the three in terms of coastline coverage. Starting from La Spezia, it sails past Portovenere and Monasteroli before continuing along each of the five Cinque Terre villages. The itinerary also includes swimming stops and a snorkel-focused format, with lunch ashore noted in Vernazza. Compared with the other options, this one stands out for its bundle of confirmed inclusions: lunch, drinks, snacks, snorkeling equipment, towels, parking, fuel, and a multilingual hostess. It is fully private and capped at eight guests, which makes it a strong fit for travelers who want a more complete day with more included services.
All five Cinque Terre villages from the sea
- Covers all five Cinque Terre villages by boat
- Includes lunch, open bar, and snorkeling equipment
- Private experience with parking and onboard restroom
Compare trip length and included refreshments
Private Boat Tour from La Spezia to 5 Terre whit Drinks-Snacks
Best for: Travelers who want a shorter private boat trip with drinks and snacks, rather than a longer sightseeing day.
This option is the shortest and simplest of the three, which makes it useful if you want a private boat outing without committing most of the day. The itinerary notes point to sea views of Portovenere, Byron Cave, Vernazza, and Monterosso, along with a stop for swimming and snorkeling. Included items are drinks and snacks, while snorkeling equipment is specifically listed as excluded. The wording suggests a more compact cruise format rather than a long village-by-village route. For travelers who want a quick coastal experience from La Spezia with time on the water, this is the most time-efficient choice in the set.
Short private boat trip to the Cinque Terre area
- Shortest time commitment of the three
- Includes drinks, Prosecco, and snacks
- Private cruise with swimming and snorkeling stop noted
Choosing the right La Spezia itinerary style
Pick the longer tours if you want a fuller coastal day, more village coverage, and more time on the water. Choose the shorter cruise if you prefer a brief private outing with fewer commitments and a simpler pace.
Route style
Private coastal cruise from La Spezia with emphasis on Portovenere and the Cinque Terre coastline.
Route style
Private full-day coastal tour from La Spezia that includes Portovenere, Monasteroli, and all five Cinque Terre villages.
Route style
Short private cruise from La Spezia with sea views, a swim stop, and a lighter sightseeing program.
Before you book in La Spezia
Check the live product page before booking. Departure details, activity order, inclusions, and available options can change.
La Spezia booking checklist
- Check the group size limit before booking, since the private boats have different guest caps.
- Review the included items carefully, especially drinks, lunch, parking, towels, and snorkeling gear, because these vary by product.
- If you plan to travel with children, note the age restriction listed on the first private boat tour.
Before booking a La Spezia tour
Which option covers the most Cinque Terre villages?
The private boat tour with skipper Marco and Paola covers all five villages and also includes Portovenere and Monasteroli in the itinerary notes.
Which trip is the shortest?
The private boat tour with drinks and snacks is the shortest option, with an approximate duration of three hours.
Which tour is best if I want the most onboard inclusions?
The full Cinque Terre private boat tour includes the broadest list of confirmed extras, including lunch, drinks, snacks, snorkeling equipment, towels, and parking.