Cinque Terre, Hiking (Full Day)

Your journey begins with the discovery of Riomaggiore, the first of the Cinque Terre: a charming seaside village nestled between hills and the sea. From here, embark on the famous Via dell’Amore, connecting Riomaggiore and Manarola in a romantic path with spectacular sea views.

Once you reach Manarola, the adventure continues with a pit stop in Volastra, where you’ll have the opportunity to taste the renowned wine of the Cinque Terre: Sciacchetrà. Savour the unique flavors while admiring the landscape.
Continuing the route, you’ll cross ancient terraces descending towards the sea, where vines and olive trees thrive thanks to the tireless work of local heroic winemakers who produce limited quantities of high-quality grapes.
Your adventure will culminate in Corniglia, where, after a brief visit, our driver will be waiting to take you to Vernazza.
In Vernazza, explore the characteristic coastal village with its colorful buildings overlooking the sea. Admire the unique architecture and immerse yourself in the vibrant atmosphere before returning to the port of La Spezia.

With our tour, you’ll experience an unforgettable journey through breathtaking landscapes, authentic tastings, and cultural discoveries in complete safety.

DISTANCES AND LEVELS OF DIFFICULTY

• From Riomaggiore to Manarola: 1.5 km, easy, 30 minutes, also known as the Via dell’Amore
• From Manarola to Corniglia: 5.4 km, difficult, 2.5 hours

ITINENARY:

(This is only an option, then you can customize your itinerary)
• 9:00: Departure from the port of La Spezia
• 10:30: Arrival in Riomaggiore, the first of the Cinque Terre
• 11:15: Arrival in Manarola, village visit and start of the trail
• 14:00: Arrival in Volastra, lunch break and wine tasting
• 15:30 PM: Arrival in Corniglia
• 16:30 PM: Arrival in Vernazza and return to La Spezia

This tour is an excellent option for those who want to experience the unique opportunity to walk along the Sentierio Azzurro (The Azure Trail), one of the most beautiful hiking paths in Italy, without worrying about overcrowded trains and schedules.

The Sentiero Azzurro, connecting Riomaggiore to Monterosso al Mare, is approximately 11 km long. Some parts of the trail are quite easy to navigate, such as the paved section connecting Riomaggiore to Manarola, while other stretches wind along slopes with spectacular views of the coast. It takes about 5 hours to cover the entire distance, not including time to explore and linger in each village.

The tour begins with a car transfer by exclusive comfortable minivan with English speaking driver from La Spezia to Riomaggiore, the first of the Cinque Terre. From Riomaggiore, passengers will commence the hike along the Sentiero Azzurro, starting with the first section: the famous Via Dell’Amore connecting Riomaggiore to Manarola.

The trail is well-maintained and marked, but it’s essential to wear comfortable hiking shoes and bring water and a snack.

In Vernazza, passengers will enjoy a lunch break at a typical local restaurant. After lunch, the hike continues to Monterosso, the last of the Cinque Terre. The return to La Spezia is scheduled for 18:00.

DISTANCES AND DIFFICULTY LEVELS OF THE AZURE TRAIL:

• From Riomaggiore to Manarola: 1.5 km, easy, 30 minutes, also known as the Via dell’Amore
• From Manarola to Corniglia: 3 km, easy, 1 hour
• Corniglia-Vernazza: 4 km, moderate, 1.5 hours
• From Vernazza to Monterosso: 3.5 km, moderate, 1.5 hours

ITINERARY:

(This is only an option, then you can customize your itinerary)
• 9:00: Departure from the port of La Spezia
• 10:30: Arrival in Riomaggiore, the first of the Cinque Terre
• 11:00: Hike on the Blue Trail from Riomaggiore to Vernazza
• 14:00: Arrival in Vernazza, where a lunch break is planned at a typical local restaurant
• 15:30: Hike on the Blue Trail from Vernazza to Monterosso
• 18:00: Arrival in Monterosso, where the driver awaits passengers for the return to La Spezia