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Monterosso | Liguria & the Cinque Terre Independent Walking Tour

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6 days from

$50000

Enter the magical land of the Cinque Terre, 5 unique fishing villages on the Ligurian Coast known as Italy’s ‘Flower-Riviera’. Walking along the coastal footpaths offers striking views of lush Mediterranean vineyards & wild flowers, while further inland there are tantalizing pine & chestnut forests. Discover picturesque villages where you can savour delicious local cuisine & relax with a glass of wine in outdoor cafés overlooking the sea.

Day 1: 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. Hotel Albergo Marina will provide your accommodation in Monterosso, or similar.

Day 2: Walking the Cinque Terre

Today you have a selection of itineraries to choose from all of which will offer you gorgeous views of Cinque Terre typical landscape. Before departing for your walk, go to the Park Information Office at Monterosso Train station and collect your Cinque Terre Card. (B)
WALK A: Transfer independently to Soviore and walk back to Monterosso via Vernazza. To avoid a very steep section at the beginning of the day, you can a taxi from Monterosso to Soviore Monastery. Otherwise, you can walk up, on an ancient cobbled path to Soviore. Stop for a visit and then, from the Sanctuary you walk on asphalt road or 1,5km, then take a nice panoramic path that slightly descends to the Madonna di Reggio. Continue walking on a stone path down to Vernazza and here you take the coastal path to Monterosso.
Walk A challenges: 4/3 hours, 10.1/5.8 km, 643/266 m climb, 1098/707 m descent
WALK B: Corniglia-Volastra-Riomaggiore-Manarola.   Reach Corniglia by train from Monterosso and reach the village. Then you walk up and take the path towards Volastra that finally will take you to Riomaggiore. Once you arrive in Riomaggiore, you could take a train to go back to Monterosso or follow the famous “Via dell’Amore” to reach Manarola. At the end of your walk in Manarola, get on a train back to Monterosso.
Walk B challenge: 4 hours, 10 km, 742 m climb, 361 m descent
WALK C: Monterosso-Vernazza-Corniglia. Today you can also walk along the busy coastal trail that connects the five villages of the Cinque Terre. The trail contoured the coastline, ascending and descending, and it includes some stone staircase that can be challenging. The route is straightforward and easy to follow. At the end of the walk, take the train back to Monterosso.
Walk C challenge: 3 hours, 7 km, 482 m climb, 404 m descent 

Day 3: Train to Riomaggiore and walk to Portovenere

A short train ride takes you from Monterosso 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 and enjoy a relaxing evening at your hotel. (B)
Challenge: 4/5 hours, 13/17 km, 723 m climb, 774m descent

Day 4: Walk Monterosso to Bonassola via Levanto

Today you'll depart Monterosso and make your way to Bonassola. Follow the coastline from Monterosso to the idyllic painter’s paradise of Levanto, walking on one of the most popular paths of the Cinque Terre. Levanto is located in the centre of a charming valley surrounded by green hills and uncontaminated nature, worthwhile the visit of the Sant’Andrea Chapel. Enjoy the spectacular views on the Cinque Terre, glance out over the crystal clear waters and take in the essence of Liguria. Continue your walk toward Bonassola. Or, if you want to avoid the second part of the walk along the hills, you can take the train from Levanto to Bonasolla, where you will spend the next two nights at Hotel Villa Belvedere, or similar. (B)
Challenge: 4 hours, 10 km, 770m climb, 774m descent

Day 5: Walk from Bonassola to Deiva Marina

Set out today on a 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 at your own pace before making your way back to your hotel. (B)
Challenge: 5 hours, 12.5 km, 657 m climb, 643 m descent

Day 6: Arrivederci Cinque Terre

The trip and our services end after breakfast. You can depart Bonassola by train and easily reach the Pisa, Genoa, Florence or Milan airports. (B)
 

Getting there:

The nearest airports to the Cinque Terra are in Genoa and Pisa. Florence airport also has good connections. Nearly all trains from Genoa go directly to Monterosso, without having to change trains (approximately 1.5 to 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 & Bonassola (approximately 2.15 hours). The last train from La Spezia to Monterosso leaves around 10pm. If you come by car, there are 2 large, open-air, private parking areas in Monterosso.

Daily Departures

This Self-guided Walking Tour departs daily from March 01 to October 31, 2020.
Lodging: Small comfortable 3 star hotels with a friendly, family run atmosphere. All the rooms have private en-suite bathrooms.
Optional Services: Additional nights may be booked at any of the accommodations along the way. Airport arrival and/or departure transfers.
THE CHALLENGE: The Challenge: These walks, though not very long, are moderate to demanding because of the steep hills. The walks follow well-marked footpaths & mule tracks, yet it can be tiring to walk along the stone steps of diverse sizes. Several walks can be shortened and you can take the local train to get to and from the walks. The Cinque Terre National Park wardens try to keep all of the paths open throughout the year, however, heavy rains and summer fires can cause a temporary closure of certain stretches, so be sure to check with the park office. 

Also available as 5 & 7 day tour!