SPEZIA BOAT TOUR FIELD GUIDE
Slow‑Living By Yacht: A Private Day Through the Gulf of Poets
A private 5-hour yacht cruise from La Spezia’s Mirabello Port that visits Lerici, San Terenzo, the islands off Portovenere and Portovenere itself, with onboard lunch, swimming, and full comforts aboard the 10 m Gozzo “Giulietta.”
Slow‑Living By Yacht: A Private Day Through the Gulf of Poets.
Settle into the low, glinting swell of the Gulf of Poets aboard Giulietta, an elegant 10‑metre Gozzo Sorrentino, and spend a half day drifting past medieval villages, circling wild islands and anchoring in quiet coves for swims and snorkeling. The itinerary threads Lerici, San Terenzo, Tellaro and Portovenere — all delivered with a small‑group, private‑yacht sensibility and a light onboard lunch that keeps the focus on sea, landscape and Ligurian flavors.
Highlights
Outing Highlights
Gulf of Poets villages and the islands of Portovenere
The cruise hugs the coast past Lerici and San Terenzo, then circumnavigates the islands of Palmaria, Tino and Tinetto before calling at Portovenere — a sequence that concentrates medieval houses, rocky coves and geological features into a single, easily savored day on the water.
Private, comfortable cruising aboard Giulietta
Giulietta is a 10‑metre Gozzo Sorrentino outfitted for relaxed day cruising: a large sunpad, shaded lounge with sofas, a private below‑deck cabin and a freshwater shower let guests move easily between sun, shade and rinsing off after a swim.
Light local lunch and secluded swim stops
The crew anchors in peaceful bays for swimming and snorkeling; a light buffet of local specialties is served on board, with Vermentino, Prosecco, beer and non‑alcoholic drinks included for the duration of the cruise.
What the day feels like
What the day feels like
You board at Mirabello Yacht Club in La Spezia in late morning and slip away into an immediate change of pace: wide views, a slow motor between coves, an occasional briefing from the captain about local stories and mussel cultivation, and the delight of anchoring away from the crowds for a swim before a relaxed lunch on deck. The return to Mirabello in the afternoon closes a compact, restorative maritime loop.
Suitability
Who it's for
Who this cruise suits — and who should take precautions.
Practical planner
Details to review before reserving
The private day tour lasts approximately 5 hours, departing late morning from Mirabello Yacht Club in La Spezia and returning in the afternoon.
Bring quality beach towels (white or good‑quality to avoid staining the boat cushions), sunscreen, a hat, any motion‑sickness medication, a wind jacket in spring/autumn and swim supports for children under 4 if needed. Towels can be rented on board (€5 per person).
The meeting point is La Spezia, Porto Mirabello (Mirabello Yacht Club). There is paid parking at the yacht club and the boarding spot is within a short, level walk (about 300 m) from the parking area.
Giulietta provides a private cabin for changing, a complete bathroom and a freshwater shower; a light buffet and drinks (Vermentino, Prosecco, beer and soft drinks) are included for the cruise duration.
Review cancellation policies before reserving.
Frequently asked questions
Planning Your Outing
Is there a place to change on board?
Yes — the crew can make the private cabin available for guests to change.
Is there a toilet on the boat?
Yes — Giulietta is equipped with a complete bathroom on board.
Can I reach the meeting point by car and park nearby?
Yes — Mirabello Yacht Club has an ample paid parking area; from the parking it’s a short, level walk (about 300 m) to the boarding spot.
Are lunch and drinks included?
Yes — a light onboard buffet of local specialities is provided along with Vermentino, Prosecco, beer, non‑alcoholic drinks and water for the duration of the cruise.
Can I rent a towel if I forget mine?
Yes — towels are available for rent on board at a cost of €5 per person; guests are asked not to bring cheap newly purchased colored towels as saltwater can stain the boat cushions.
What should I do if someone in my party has reduced mobility?
Please notify the operator in advance so they can advise on arrangements and accessibility; the operator asks to be informed about reduced mobility.