Gulf of Poets Boat Tour from La Spezia

Get to know the Gulf of Poets on this full-day tour; named for the many poets, writers and artists who stayed here enraptured by its beauty, it still manages to convey enchantment and wonder today as it did then. You can admire the bay of Lerici, with its castle and its coves, beautiful in summer for a refreshing swim, the pirate coast, with the ancient fishing villages; the pearl of the tour will be the archipelago of Portovenere, with its three islands with high cliffs, where we will explore their hidden bays and caves, completely immersed in nature. We will continue along the rugged and wild coast, where you can dive and snorkel in the turquoise waters of these islands. Finally, do not miss the opportunity to visit Portovenere, with its typical colorful tower-houses and the church of San Pietro overlooking the sea, where you can descend to visit this beautiful pearl Unesco heritage.

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   Isola Palmaria

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   Palmaria is the first and largest island of the Portovenere archipelago; here you will see the ruins of Torre Scola, an ancient fortress in the middle of the sea, we will explore coves and beaches accessible only by boat, where their turquoise waters will invite you to a dip for a refreshing swim, and you will be fascinated by its high and imposing cliffs and hidden caves.

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   Isola del Tino

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   Tino, with its lighthouse overlooking the summit, has a lot to tell, between the history of its war bunkers and the legend of the remains of the ancient monastery of San Venerio, protector and lone guardian of the island.

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   Isola Del Tinetto

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   Tinetto, the last and smallest island, is accompanied by Stella Maris, the statue of the Virgin Mary, which stands on a rock in the middle of the sea, as if to protect the passing sailors and guardian of these islands.

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   Grotta di Byron

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   Behind the promontory of Portovenere hides this picturesque bay, which bears the name of the famous English poet for a fascinating legend of the place.

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   Portovenere

   2 hours

   Do not miss the opportunity to visit Portovenere, a splendid pearl of the Gulf and a UNESCO World Heritage Site; this small fishing village perfectly represents the typical fishing village, with its colorful tower houses and the church of San Pietro overlooking the sea. Let yourself be intoxicated by the scent of the sea breeze that permeates the air while having lunch in a typical tavern and strolling in the small alleys of this pearl on the sea.

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   Tellaro

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   Once on board we will cross the gulf to arrive in front of Tellaro; nestled between the sea and the green hills of olive trees behind it, you will be fascinated by its timeless beauty, while discovering the legend of its octopus that saved it from pirates.

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   Caletta Di Lerici

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   Going up towards Lerici you will see the numerous coves of this stretch of coast; the lush vegetation and the numerous rocky ravines recall a miniature Thailand, and their sea will tempt you for another dip to discover the rich seabed of life, among octopus, hedgehogs and many other sea creatures.

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   Lerici

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   Before ending the tour we will say goodbye to Lerici, a charming holiday resort of poets and writers, with its imposing castle guarding the coast.

• Service animals allowed
• Public transportation options are available nearby
• Infants are required to sit on an adult’s lap
• Not recommended for travelers with spinal injuries
• Suitable for all physical fitness levels
• not recommended for those suffering from seasickness

For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.