The best 8 experiences to have in Finale Ligure

The jet ski tour in Rapallo consists of renting a jet ski that you can drive yourself, if you have a boat license, or you can hire a driver.

The vehicle is versatile and allows you to visit the Gulf of Tigullio, the Paradise Gulf, Camogli, Portofino, Santa Margherita and many other small locations on the cliffs of Liguria.

The jet ski allows you to quickly and agilely reach the different resorts along the coast, get in the saddle and discover the thrill of riding it in one of the most picturesque locations in Italy.

The capacity of the motorcycle of 3 people (1 driver, 1 adult and 1 child). Fuel is not always included, as it varies by speed and distance covered, you can ask the guide directly for approximate costs.

Depending on weather conditions and the skipper's decisions, the stages may vary. 

Wine tasting and winery tour in Sestri Levante è a unique experience!

During the guided tour of the wineries and Ligurian wine production facility, you will have the opportunity to understand how wines are made and feel the love and passion with which they are produced. The guided tour will continue with a tour of the underground Caveau which will be followed by a tasting of the most representative wines.

The Classic tasting includes 3 glasses: Il Bianco Trevigne / Bianchetta “U Pastine” Portofino DOC / Il Musaico Portofino DOC.

The Special Tasting includes five glasses: Il Bianco Trevigne / Bianchetta “U Pastine” Portofino DOC / Cimixà l’Antico / Portofino DOC / Il Musaico Portofino DOC / Granaccia Colline del Genovesato.

To pair with the wines will be offered a generous board with cheeses, cured meats, vegetable pies and garden delicacies (subject to change throughout the seasons).

After the wine tasting you can enjoy a lunch (not included) that can take place either on the premises inside the winery from the large windows – that let you admire the beautiful vineyard – or outdoors.

A clothing appropriate for the low temperatures of the wineries is recommended for this experience.

Your flyboard experience in Rapallo will begin with a 10-15 minute briefing on land, during which you will receive an introduction and practical advice on how to get started flying.

Next, you will move to the sea and enter the water. The instructor will be the one wearing the Flyboard to show you more accurately what it is all about. After that, it will be your turn to begin the lesson.

During the lesson you will be supervised by Paul, who will be on the jet ski and provide you with the power you need for the Flyboard. The instructor will be on another bike and will follow you closely to ensure safety.

Overall, the experience will last about 30 minutes and you will be immersed in the thrill of flying above the water.

In case of more than one participant, the experience will still be done one at a time.

Dinghy rental in Portofino is provided for a full day, half day or only at sunset to enjoy a unique aperitif off Portofino.

Departure is usually from Rapallo, but you can customize the tour by requesting to depart from Portofino or Santa Margherita.

You can freely make arrangements with the skipper to create the tour tailored to you to reflect all your desires, visiting the most hidden coves between Camogli and the Cinque Terre.

Maximum capacity: 8 people per dinghy. Depending on weather conditions and the skipper's decisions, stops may be subject to change.

The boat tour to Portofino, San Fruttuoso and Camogli is a classic and comprehensive boat tour of the Portofino Natural Park area.

The starting point of the boat excursion is in Rapallo, but a pickup in Portofino or Santa Margherita Ligure can also be arranged, agreeing this after booking.

Spending half a day by boat or a full day in the Portofino area, you can enjoy all the best that the area has to offer: sea, sun, beautiful views, local food, wine, and a pristine natural environment like few others in Italy.

This horseback ride on the High Way of the Ligurian Mountains begins with an hour of learning and lesson on the basics of getting in the saddle and getting to know the horse.

This is followed by an hour-long horseback ride with fantastic views of the LigurianMountains High Way. The riding stables are surrounded by spectacular natural scenery; an entire hillside is available for those who want to explore nature on horseback!

The horses alternate between life in the pastures, in their natural state with immense spaces at their disposal, and life in the riding stables for constant care and training.

Comfortable clothing, long pants, closed shoes, gloves and riding helmet (provided on site) are recommended for the horseback riding trip.

For daily insurance, €3 will have to be paid on site.

Enjoy a day cruise to the Cinque Terre with friends, exploring the villages of Portovenere, Vernazza and Monterosso, where you can swim or enjoy lunch overlooking the sea.

The sailing departs from La Spezia at 10:00 a.m. aboard a motorboat that will reach Portovenere after a few minutes, where the first stop will be scheduled. Afterwards, the itinerary continues to Monterosso and, finally, you will visit Vernazza, before returning to the pier around 6:00 pm.

At each stop, travelers will have the opportunity to explore the villages, take a swim in the clear waters, enjoy a lunch overlooking the sea, and store in local stores.

Depending on weather conditions and the skipper's decisions, stops may be subject to change.

Wine tasting and winery tour in Sestri Levante è a unique experience!

During the guided tour of the wineries and Ligurian wine production facility, you will have the opportunity to understand how wines are made and feel the love and passion with which they are produced. The guided tour will continue with a tour of the underground Caveau which will be followed by a tasting of the most representative wines.

The Classic tasting includes 3 glasses: Il Bianco Trevigne / Bianchetta “U Pastine” Portofino DOC / Il Musaico Portofino DOC.

The Special Tasting includes five glasses: Il Bianco Trevigne / Bianchetta “U Pastine” Portofino DOC / Cimixà l’Antico / Portofino DOC / Il Musaico Portofino DOC / Granaccia Colline del Genovesato.

To pair with the wines will be offered a generous board with cheeses, cured meats, vegetable pies and garden delicacies (subject to change throughout the seasons).

After the wine tasting you can enjoy a lunch (not included) that can take place either on the premises inside the winery from the large windows – that let you admire the beautiful vineyard – or outdoors.

A clothing appropriate for the low temperatures of the wineries is recommended for this experience.

This sunset boat tour from Monterosso with aperitif è a relaxing and fun evening by boat discovering the 5 Terre.

The departure of the mini-cruise in high season, è scheduled in Monterosso at 6 pm. The return è is also scheduled in Monterosso at 21:00. The time of the tour, varies by season and depends on the actual time of sunset (between 4:30 pm and 6 pm)

During the tour you will be able to admire the five colorful seaside villages of the Cinque Terre from the sea at sunset lights, while an experienced guide will tell you all about the history and local daily life.

In the warmer months you will discover beautiful coves for diving and snorkeling in the crystal clear waters of the National Park.

To make the most of the boat trip you will be offered an aperitif that includes soft drinks, prosecco, wine and some delicious local products, including focaccia and pesto.

The Blue Day è a sailing excursion to Cinque Terre and the Gulf of Poets, offering an exciting experience to explore the coastal waters and hidden coves of the area.

During the excursion, you can dive into the crystal-clear waters of the marine park and admire the cliffs of the islands of Palmaria, Tino and Tinetto, as well as enjoy the picturesque views of Portovenere, Lerici and the villages of the Cinque Terre.

You will be able to participate in sailing maneuvers and enjoy a welcome focaccia lunch and other self-prepared dishes.

Two itineraries are available:

•    Itinerary in the Gulf of Poets: Sailing to Tellaro, Lerici and the islands of Palmaria, Tino and Tinetto, with stops for swimming and admiring the breathtaking views.  
•    Five Lands Itinerary: Depart from Le Grazie/La Spezia for Portovenere, crossing the Cinque Terre to admire the villages that overlook the cliffs, with stops for lunch and possible disembarkation at Vernazza.

Depending on weather conditions and skipper's decisions, stops may be subject to change.

During this private ride to Cinque Terre from Monterosso, it is possible to explore parts of the trails, traverse the woods, and experience a different way of experiencing Cinque Terre for those who love horses and nature.

Because of the Ranch's location on the high ground in Monterosso al Mare, it is possible to ride along sections of the coastline and parts of the trails while admiring the sea, the colors, and traversing the forests of maritime pine and chestnut trees from Cinque Terre during the horseback ride.

Horseback rides are reserved for a maximum of 2 participants, and the minimum age to participate is 18.

For the experience of trekking among the vineyards and picnicking at 5 Terre, you can choose from two different tours:

Wine Tasting:

An eno-sensory journey to discover the 5 TERRE and its many facets. A real Eno-Tour to discover the vineyards and the winery, illustrating both the winemaking process and the bottling, passing through the evocative barrel cellar where the aging of red wine takes place.

The tasting includes 4 glasses of wine (bubbly, 2 whites and a red). Accompanying you will enjoy bruschetta with anchovies, cherry tomatoes and homemade pesto.

Trekking among the vineyards and picnic:

Walk among vineyards and beautiful views of the Cinque terre with Pic Nic basket tasting. Departure from farmhouse in Monterosso.

The route is developed in 6 stages marked by signposts that draw a loop walk that starts and arrives at the entrance of the Estate. It winds through vineyards and the olive groves that surround the Estate.

A picnic basket and a bottle of wine will accompany your tour through the vineyards. You can choose from an array of gourmet sandwiches, including vegetarian or vegan.

During the walk, you will also have the opportunity to listen, in real time, to a story that guides you step by step to discover the territory, the grapes, the olive trees, the lemon grove, the places and the views that fill your eyes.

Recommended clothing for this tour includes comfortable clothes and hiking shoes.

Enjoy a day cruise to the Cinque Terre with friends, exploring the villages of Portovenere, Vernazza and Monterosso, where you can swim or enjoy lunch overlooking the sea.

The sailing departs from La Spezia at 10:00 a.m. aboard a motorboat that will reach Portovenere after a few minutes, where the first stop will be scheduled. Afterwards, the itinerary continues to Monterosso and, finally, you will visit Vernazza, before returning to the pier around 6:00 pm.

At each stop, travelers will have the opportunity to explore the villages, take a swim in the clear waters, enjoy a lunch overlooking the sea, and store in local stores.

Depending on weather conditions and the skipper's decisions, stops may be subject to change.

This sunset boat tour from Monterosso with aperitif è a relaxing and fun evening by boat discovering the 5 Terre.

The departure of the mini-cruise in high season, è scheduled in Monterosso at 6 pm. The return è is also scheduled in Monterosso at 21:00. The time of the tour, varies by season and depends on the actual time of sunset (between 4:30 pm and 6 pm)

During the tour you will be able to admire the five colorful seaside villages of the Cinque Terre from the sea at sunset lights, while an experienced guide will tell you all about the history and local daily life.

In the warmer months you will discover beautiful coves for diving and snorkeling in the crystal clear waters of the National Park.

To make the most of the boat trip you will be offered an aperitif that includes soft drinks, prosecco, wine and some delicious local products, including focaccia and pesto.

The Blue Day è a sailing excursion to Cinque Terre and the Gulf of Poets, offering an exciting experience to explore the coastal waters and hidden coves of the area.

During the excursion, you can dive into the crystal-clear waters of the marine park and admire the cliffs of the islands of Palmaria, Tino and Tinetto, as well as enjoy the picturesque views of Portovenere, Lerici and the villages of the Cinque Terre.

You will be able to participate in sailing maneuvers and enjoy a welcome focaccia lunch and other self-prepared dishes.

Two itineraries are available:

•    Itinerary in the Gulf of Poets: Sailing to Tellaro, Lerici and the islands of Palmaria, Tino and Tinetto, with stops for swimming and admiring the breathtaking views.  
•    Five Lands Itinerary: Depart from Le Grazie/La Spezia for Portovenere, crossing the Cinque Terre to admire the villages that overlook the cliffs, with stops for lunch and possible disembarkation at Vernazza.

Depending on weather conditions and skipper's decisions, stops may be subject to change.

During this private ride to Cinque Terre from Monterosso, it is possible to explore parts of the trails, traverse the woods, and experience a different way of experiencing Cinque Terre for those who love horses and nature.

Because of the Ranch's location on the high ground in Monterosso al Mare, it is possible to ride along sections of the coastline and parts of the trails while admiring the sea, the colors, and traversing the forests of maritime pine and chestnut trees from Cinque Terre during the horseback ride.

Horseback rides are reserved for a maximum of 2 participants, and the minimum age to participate is 18.

For the experience of trekking among the vineyards and picnicking at 5 Terre, you can choose from two different tours:

Wine Tasting:

An eno-sensory journey to discover the 5 TERRE and its many facets. A real Eno-Tour to discover the vineyards and the winery, illustrating both the winemaking process and the bottling, passing through the evocative barrel cellar where the aging of red wine takes place.

The tasting includes 4 glasses of wine (bubbly, 2 whites and a red). Accompanying you will enjoy bruschetta with anchovies, cherry tomatoes and homemade pesto.

Trekking among the vineyards and picnic:

Walk among vineyards and beautiful views of the Cinque terre with Pic Nic basket tasting. Departure from farmhouse in Monterosso.

The route is developed in 6 stages marked by signposts that draw a loop walk that starts and arrives at the entrance of the Estate. It winds through vineyards and the olive groves that surround the Estate.

A picnic basket and a bottle of wine will accompany your tour through the vineyards. You can choose from an array of gourmet sandwiches, including vegetarian or vegan.

During the walk, you will also have the opportunity to listen, in real time, to a story that guides you step by step to discover the territory, the grapes, the olive trees, the lemon grove, the places and the views that fill your eyes.

Recommended clothing for this tour includes comfortable clothes and hiking shoes.

An evening getaway by boat to enjoy the most beautiful and romantic view of the sunset from the sea over the Gulf of Poets starting from La Spezia.

You will coast Portovenere and Palmaria Island to reach the best spot from which to enjoy the sunset in total tranquility and relaxation.

In Grotta Byron, just behind the church of Porto Venere, you will have the opportunity to admire from the boat the spectacular scenery of the sun slowly disappearing over the horizon, all accompanied by a full aperitif, lounge music and an unforgettable atmosphere. Don't forget to take photos to preserve and share the moment!

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Adult ticket includes 1 aperitivo, i.e. 1 cocktail or glass of wine of your choice and Italian snacks, such as focaccia, pizzette, vegetable pies, cold cuts, etc.

Children's ticket includes 1 non-alcoholic drink and snacks.

Extra cocktails, alcohol or other drinks can be purchased at the bar on board.

The boat tour to Portofino, San Fruttuoso and Camogli is a classic and comprehensive boat tour of the Portofino Natural Park area.

The starting point of the boat excursion is in Rapallo, but a pickup in Portofino or Santa Margherita Ligure can also be arranged, agreeing this after booking.

Spending half a day by boat or a full day in the Portofino area, you can enjoy all the best that the area has to offer: sea, sun, beautiful views, local food, wine, and a pristine natural environment like few others in Italy.

The boat tour in the Gulf of Portofino is a private excursion that departs from the marina in Santa Margherita Ligure with a skipper.

The boat trip will last half a day, in the morning or afternoon, or a full day. You will have the opportunity to sail to the fantastic coastlines of Portofino and Camogli.

On board you will find snorkeling equipment.

During the mini-cruise there will be an opportunity to swim offshore in the beautiful crystal clear waters, so don't forget to bring a towel and swimsuit.

Throughout the day on board, prosecco and accompanying flatbreads will also be served.