Discover why the Gulf of Poets in was beloved by so many English poets. Explore by ferry the picturesque towns and islands of Porto Venere, Palmaria, Tino and Tinetto with an expert guide. Let yourself be inspired by the stunning landscape.

About this activity

Free cancellation: Cancel up to 24 hours in advance to receive a full refund
Duration 8 hours: Check availability to see starting times.
Reserve now & pay later: Keep your travel plans flexible—book your spot and pay nothing today. Learn more
Live tour guide: English, Italian, Spanish, French, German
Private group

Highlights

Enjoy a private tour by ferry boat of the picturesque Gulf of Poets
Find out why the poets of the English Romanticism loved these places so much
See the picturesque islands of Palmaria, Tino, and Tinetto
Spot the colourful towns nestled in the breathtaking Ligurian coastline

Full description

Embark on a unique tour of Ligurian coast. Meet your guide at the Traghetti Terminal in La Spezia. The ferry will take you to the breathtaking Porto Venere. Once there, another boat will whisk you away to the UNESCO World Heritage islands of Palmaria, Tino and Tinetto.

Experience the islands at your own pace, choosing where to eat, and how much time to linger and appreciate each magical location. Your guide will be happy to provide suggestions on where to eat and what to see.

Learn why a variety of poets and writers, but especially the English Romantic poets, were drawn to these unique places. See for yourself why poets like Byron, Shelley, Virginia Woolf, and DH Lawrence all dedicated work to this inspiring region.

At the end of the tour, your guide will take you back to La Spezia Traghetti Terminal, where the tour ends.

Includes

Private tour/expert guide

Ferry tickets for trips between La Spezia and from Portovenere
Food or drink

Meeting point

Meet your guide at the ticket office for La Spezia Traghetti. The ferry is called a "traghetti" in Italian.

Open in Google Maps ⟶

Important information

What to bring

Sunscreen
Water

Know before you go

The price of this tour doesn't include ferry tickets (it is around €30 price for each adult), but you can easily buy them on the spot with your guide's help

Customer reviews

Overall rating

5 /5

based on 1 reviews

Sort by:

Notre guide, Gabriella, surnommée Leila, était absolument fabuleuse. Nous avons passé une merveilleuse journée en sa compagnie, avec des paysages fantastiques et des explications tres interessantes. Merci pour tout

May 28, 2022

Translate

La Spezia: Private Tour of The Gulf of Poets

La Spezia: Private Tour of The Gulf of Poets

About this activity

Experience

Select participants and date

Overall rating

Sort by:

Traveler type:

Star rating: