Italy · SHORE EXCURSIONS
The 8 best shore excursions tours you can book right now, with what each costs, how long it runs and who it suits. Number one is there for a reason; start at the top.
Review of the La Spezia to Pisa shore excursion, with transport tips, free time, tower access, timing, value, and ship-return advice.
“Very easy process making getting too and from Pisa enjoyable. It’s roughly an hour from La Spezia port giving you around 3 hours in Pisa which is more than enough time.”
See Florence and Pisa from Livorno for $52 with coach transport, free time, local tasting, and a guaranteed return to your cruise ship.
“Paola and Beatrice were great! The day was full of rain, but they made it an unforgettable day in Florence and Pisa! Highly recommend!”
Review of a $70 Cinque Terre shore excursion from La Spezia by train, with four villages, a tour leader, beach time, and practical tips.
“Katerina was a great guide. Very friendly and helpful.”
See Florence and Pisa from Livorno by comfortable coach, with guided walks, free time, Tuscan scenery, and optional local food tasting.
“A great trip. Well organised and led by Ariana. Kept to timings all day and delivered us back to ship. Ariana was very friendly and knowledgable. Manage to see major sites in Florence - very briefly. Not enough time in Piza but this due to time constraints and a ships deadline this was not possible.”
Review of Livorno’s $35 Pisa shore excursion, with coach transport, Miracle Square free time, optional Leaning Tower climb, and cruise-safe return.
“The tour was perfect for a family. Alice was organised and we were well looked after. We included the climb the Tower entry which was the highlight of the trip.”
Review of Livorno’s Florence and Pisa shore trip, with coach transport, optional Accademia and Tower tickets, timing, value, and practical tips.
“Alessandro was great-- just a fast walker.. he kept the bus entertained, gave us test time and explained the next agenda so we know what to expect. It was still a fun outing -- Lucca the driver was always. Ever ready!”
Sail from Milazzo to Panarea and Stromboli for white villages, volcanic islets, sunset views, and glowing eruptions at sea.
“Trip was very enjoyable. It was great to see the islands and especially Stromboli. We would recommend this activity.”
Review of a private Livorno shore trip to Pisa and Florence, with port transfers, flexible sightseeing, optional guides, and museum tickets.
“Excellent chofer! Donatello drove us ti all the museum visits we had previously booked. He is both very knowledgable, friendly and an excellent driver. He was very helpful to our friend who was in a walker. The Mercedes van was very confortable. I highly recommend this excursion if you want to see mist of Florence in one day.”
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