A Premium, Crowd-Free Way to Explore the Coast by Sea
If you’re looking for the most relaxed and exclusive shore excursion from La Spezia, exploring the Ligurian coast by private boat is one of the best alternatives to crowded trains and bus tours.
If this is your first time arriving by cruise ship, we recommend reading our main guide first:
La Spezia Cruise Port Explained for Cruise Passengers (Read This First)
. It explains how the port works, timing rules, and how to plan a stress-free day.
In partnership with Velamica, a premium charter company based in Porto Mirabello, Emilia Delizia offers private sailing tours from La Spezia designed around cruise schedules. These experiences allow you to discover Cinque Terre, Portofino, and the Gulf of Poets directly from the sea, with flexible timing and guaranteed return to port.
If you’d like to explore more ideas on land as well, you can also browse our guide to things to do in La Spezia.

Velamica is one of the few charter companies authorized to navigate within the Cinque Terre Marine Protected Area, making this a particularly exclusive way to experience the coastline.
New for 2025: Luxury Boats for Day Tours
12-Meter Motor Yacht (New for 2025)
- Capacity: Up to 8 guests + skipper
- Itinerary: Gulf of Poets, Palmaria Island, Cinque Terre, Portofino
- Departure: Porto Mirabello, La Spezia
- Schedule: 10:00 AM – 5:00 PM
- Included: Captain, fuel, welcome drink, snorkeling gear, final cleaning
This private motor yacht tour from La Spezia is ideal for couples or small groups seeking speed, comfort, and panoramic coastal views.
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16-Meter Catamaran – Ideal for Families & Groups
Spacious and stable, the catamaran is perfect for groups who want a Cinque Terre boat trip with plenty of room to relax, swim, and enjoy the scenery.
Sailing Yachts – Day Trips or Multi-Day Cruises

- Size: 14–16 meters
- Day itineraries: Cinque Terre, Gulf of Poets
- Longer cruises: Elba, Tuscan Archipelago, Corsica, Ligurian Riviera
All private sailing experiences from La Spezia include crew, fuel, tender, snorkeling equipment, and onboard refreshments.
Why This Is One of the Best Shore Excursions from La Spezia
For cruise passengers, a private boat tour offers a calm alternative to crowded land excursions. Pickup can be arranged directly from the port or nearby marina, and the experience is fully private and customizable.
This makes it one of the most relaxed and reliable La Spezia cruise port shore excursions, especially for travelers who value comfort, scenery, and flexibility.
Book a Private Boat Tour from La Spezia
Emilia Delizia clients enjoy exclusive access to Velamica’s fleet. Whether you’re planning a romantic escape, a family outing, or a full-day coastal adventure, we’ll help you choose the perfect yacht or catamaran.
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