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Need recommendations for Tour Companies for One Day Small Group Tour of Cinque Terre from Florence

Will be traveling in Italy in October with 3 other friends (4 women - 2 celebrating retirement, 2 still working). Have two days (October 14 or 15) on which we could do a one day tour of Cinque Terre from Florence. Don't want to be herded onto a bus with lots of other people - prefer small group tour of no more than 8 - 12 people total. Would like to do some walking but not a strenuous walking/hiking tour. Anyone had experience with ArtViva or Aaventure Bellissime recently? Other tour companies you would recommend? or private guides? Many thanks for your recommendations!

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mary ann,

Have I got a suggestion for you. You might try www.bellavitatravels.com as they live in Liguria and are very knowledgeable about the area. At least two of the girls that work there (Christine & Kate) are American ex-pats, so there won't be any issues with language.

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Check into arbaspaa.com...we used them twice for accoms...but they also do other tours...not sure if they are private or group. They also have a storefront (or did) in Vernazza. They do hiking, wine, scenic flights, boats...

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The Christine of Bella Vita Travels? We met her when she was working her partner's restaurant (Cantina di Miky: excellent place to eat) in Monterosso. She's just a delight, and I followed her blog for a couple of years. I'm sure she'd be a great guide!