7 days tour

Walking In The Cinque Terre And Portofino

Walking In The Cinque Terre And Portofino

This tour includes:

Accommodation

You will spend 6 nights in the charming 3-star Albergo Marina, centrally located in Sestri Levante, within easy walking distance of both the beach and the railway station. All the ensuite rooms are comfortable and equipped with air conditioning, with the hotel also coming with lift, sun terrace, bar and billiard room. Six evening meals at the hotelโ€™s restaurant are included throughout your stay in Sestri Levante. Please note that a local tourist tax is payable direct to the Albergo Marina; this is โ‚ฌ1.50 per person per day. Additional Accommodation Extra nights accommodation is available at Hotel Alessandro della Spina, Pisa located just 500m from Pisa central train station and just a 10 minute walk from most of the cityโ€™s main monuments. This modern and cosy property welcomes its guests with an elegant, warm atmosphere, enhanced by its charming garden, and friendly staff that are always on hand to ensure you a relaxed stay. Hotel facilities include internet and wi-fi access in the lobby and a bar and comfortable seating area. Guest rooms are spacious, furnished with wood and marble and have air conditioning, a safe and satellite TV. Buffet breakfast includes homemade bread and croissants. Please contact us for details.

Transport

This trip uses public transport to access the walks. All timetables will be provided in your route notes. Rail transfers are only included in the flight inclusive price for this trip, but are available at a supplement if booking tour only. Transfers from Genoa airport are also available at a supplement. Please ask your sales agent at the time of booking.

Others

Route notes and maps

Meals

Liguria is well-known for its delicious cuisine and classic regional dishes include pasta with pesto or walnut sauce, focaccia bread and of course plenty of seafood! With an abundance of fresh local produce and plenty of restaurants to try in Sestri Levante, food is a highlight of the trip. Vegetarians are well-catered for in Italy.

Not included:

Flights

Flights from London (available on request)

Others

โ€” Travel insurance โ€” Single accommodation (available on request - compulsory supplement) โ€” Solo traveller supplement (where only one person is travelling on a departure date) โ€” Visas or vaccinations

Insurance

Guide

As this is a self-guided tour there is no group and no leader. The tour is based at the same hotel for the 7 days and is managed by a local operator.

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Itinerary of your trip Walking In The Cinque Terre And Portofino

  • Day 1 Day 1: Start Sestri Levante (Dinner)
    • 12:00 am - 11:59 pm

      Day 1: Start Sestri Levante (Dinner)

      Make your way to Sestri Levante. Your B&B, Albergo Marina, is centrally located in Sestri Levante, is perfectly located, within easy walking distance of both the beach and the railway station.

  • Day 2 Day 2: The Cinque Terre National Park (Breakfast,Dinner)
    • 12:00 am - 11:59 pm

      Day 2: The Cinque Terre National Park (Breakfast,Dinner)

      The walk today really allows you to explore the National Park of the Cinque Terre. Starting from Monterosso, the largest of the celebrated Cinque Terre villages, climb through cultivated olive groves to the hilltop Sanctuary of the Madonna of Soviore. Then itโ€™s downhill all the way to pastel-coloured Vernazza, clustered around its serene natural harbour. Thereโ€™s time to explore the village before returning by train to Sestri.

  • Day 3 Day 3: Palmaria Island (Breakfast,Dinner)
    • 12:00 am - 11:59 pm

      Day 3: Palmaria Island (Breakfast,Dinner)

      Make your way to Portovenere then take a boat to Palmaria island. Rich in Mediterranean vegetation and maquis shrubland, itโ€™s not unusual to see cistus and rare orchids blooming here. A circular walk with stunning coastal vistas takes you via a steep climb to the Batteria Semaforo, part of the network of fortresses constructed by Napoleon to secure the Gulf of La Spezia. Return to Sestri Levante in time for dinner.

  • Day 4 Day 4: Corniglia And Manarola (Breakfast,Dinner)
    • 12:00 am - 11:59 pm

      Day 4: Corniglia And Manarola (Breakfast,Dinner)

      Take a train to picture perfect Corniglia, a charming jumble of pastel-hued houses toppling prettily down the hillside. Follow the narrow herb scented paths through vineyards up to the tiny yet panoramic village of Volastra and its 12th century sanctuary, then descend to arguably the oldest of the five Cinque Terre villages, colourful Manarola. Wander around the pretty marina and try the local wine - Schiacchetra - which is produced here, before taking the train back to Sestri Levante.

  • Day 5 Day 5: Riomaggiore To Portovenere (Breakfast,Dinner)
    • 12:00 am - 11:59 pm

      Day 5: Riomaggiore To Portovenere (Breakfast,Dinner)

      Today you take a train to Riomaggiore, the last of the Cinque Terre villages and walk along an impossibly panoramic path that hugs the coastline all the way to the charming fishing port of Portovenere. Set in a beautiful sweeping bay, and once the haunt of Byron and Shelley, thereโ€™s a 16th century castle and medieval churches to explore before returning to Sestri Levante.

  • Day 6 Day 6: Portofino (Breakfast,Dinner)
    • 12:00 am - 11:59 pm

      Day 6: Portofino (Breakfast,Dinner)

      After breakfast take a train to Camogli, and then a bus to Ruta di Camogli, and the start of the walk. Follow ancient forest trails through the lush Mount Portofinla Natural Park to San Fruttuoso and its 11th century abbey. Continue to chic Portofino, the Ligurian Rivieraโ€™s most exclusive resort, before returning via Santa Magherita Ligure for your last night in Sestri Levante.

  • Day 7 Day 7: End Sestri Levante (Breakfast)
    • 12:00 am - 11:59 pm

      Day 7: End Sestri Levante (Breakfast)

      Make your own way back to the airport, or add on additional nights in Pisa if you wish.

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Experience Style

Experience Style

Mixed

There will be challenging activities such as hiking, biking, canyoning and trekking, but youโ€™re also going to have other means of transportation and relaxed moments to just chill.

Accomodation level

Accomodation level

Medium

This accommodation includes essential services like a hot shower, electricity, and a nice and comfy bed.

Experience Type

Experience Type

Small Group

Youโ€™ll be accompanied by a small group of travelers just like you.

Physical Rating

Physical Rating

Average

There are several physical activities that last from 2 to 6 hours in easy terrains, low altitude flats, or water experiences. Please ask if youโ€™re not sure this applies to you.

Age range

Age range

Min: 10 / Max: 99

Suitable age range for the experience. Minors must be accompanied by an adult.

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