The Cinque Terre - along Ligurian Coast
March - October
4 nights
3 days
600 €
The Cinque Terre - Italian Riviera
Enter the magical land of the Cinque Terre, five unique fishing villages along the Ligurian Coast, known as Italy’s ‘Flower-Riviera’. Walking along the coastal footpaths offers striking views of lush Mediterranean vineyards and wild flowers abloom; while further inland there are tantalizing pine and chestnut forests. Travel by train or boat from Monterosso to picturesque villages where you can savor the delicious local cuisine and relax with a glass of white wine in an outdoor café overlooking the sea. End your holiday in the colorful town of Portovenere, south of the Cinque Terre and discover the wild nature of Palmaria, a peculiar island that faces the village.
Trip Highlights:
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The illustrious five villages of the Cinque Terre (Monterosso, Vernazza, Corniglia, Manarola and Riomaggiore)
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The nice villages of the Riviera Ligure (Bonassola, Deiva Marina, Framura, Levanto, etc.)
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The colourful town of Portovenere
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Breath-taking views of the emerald blue Mediterranean Sea
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Steep terraced hills of olive groves, vineyards and lemon trees
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Fabulous beaches for swimming
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Outstandingly delicious sea food and the famous Trofie al Pesto
Start: Monterosso Goal: Bonassola
Day 1: Arrive in Monterosso
Dag 2: Train to Riomaggiore and walk to Portovenere via coastal or inland path. Train or boat back to Monterosso
Dag 3: Monterosso to Bonassola via Levanto
Dag 4: Bonassola to Deiva Marina
Dag 5: Departure from Bonassola
Day 1
Arrive in Monterosso
As soon as you get settled in your accommodation, step outside and breathe in the incredibly fresh, crisp air of the Mediterranean Sea. In the afternoon you can visit the historic centre, and in the evening, let all your senses be delighted as you prepare for your phenomenal walking adventure ahead.
Day 2
Train to Riomaggiore and walk to Portovenere
A short train ride takes you to Riomaggiore where the day’s itinerary starts. The first 1.3km climb gradually to Colle del Telegrafo from where you gently descend to Portovenere walking on panoramic ridge trail and passing through the village
of Campiglia.
Today’s route is very scenic, with spectacular views on the Cinque Terre coastline, Portovenere and the Gulf of La Spezia, walking on well-beaten and well-marked footpaths. If you want to shorten the walk, from Campiglia walk or take a bus to Marola and then another bus to Portovenere. At the end of the walk, return to Monterosso.
Challange: 4-5 hours, 13-17 km, 723m anscent, 744m descent
Day 3
Monterosso to Bonassola via Levanto
The day's walk is along the coastline following the most popular trail in Liguria (n.1). You can stop in Levanto for a visit of the centre and of the Sant' Andrea Church. The trail is characterized by spectacular views on the Cinque Terre and on the Levante Ligure. To avoid the second part of the walk along the hills, you can take the train in Levanto or walk on the cycle path towards Bonassola.
Challange: 4 hours, 10 km, 770m anscent, 774m descent
Day 4
Bonassola to Deiva Marina
Today you will walk through the hills of the East Riviera, between Bonassola, Framura and Deiva Marina. The first part of this walk is extremely panoramic with wonderful views over the northern Ligurian coast. Visit the nice villages of Bonassola and Deiva Marina and after walk return to Monterosso by train.
Challange: 2.5-5 hours, 5.5-12.5 km, 350-657 m ascent, 280-6430 m descent
Day 5
Arrivederci Cinque Terre!
The tour ends after breakfast, unless you have booked extra services with us. We hope you have had a wonderful experience, filled with energy and joy.
Practical information
You can start your travel any day of the week depending on availability between March and October.
The best arrival airports are, Genoa, Pisa and Florence.
Nearly all trains from Genoa go directly to Monterosso, (the trip takes approximately 1,5 – 2 hours). From Pisa airport you have to change at Pisa Centrale and again at La Spezia for a local train that stops in Monterosso and Bonassola (approximately 2,15 hours).
All accomodations are carefully selected with a view to location, atmosphere and/or unique facilities.
Price includes:
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4 nights at B&B's, hotels and/or agrturismo
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4 Breakfast
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Luggage transport between your destintions (1 bag each)
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Detailed information, descriptions, and maps for your trip in english
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Telephone support 24/7
Not included:
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Transport to and from the journey
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Taxi, train, bus, boat if not mentioned in the program
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Lunch & dinners if not mentioned in the program
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Insurance
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Tourist tax
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Refreshments