Highlights

- Guided hikes along the famous Blue Trail
- Local cooking class featuring Ligurian specialties
- Wine tasting of regional Sciacchetrà wine
- Boat tour along the dramatic coastline
- Sunset dinner in a seaside restaurant

What's Included 

- 4 nights accommodation in charming local hotels
- Daily breakfast and select meals
- Expert local guide
- Trail passes and permits
- Train and boat transfers between villages
- Cooking class and wine tasting

Not Included 

- Flights to/from Italy
- Travel insurance
- Personal expenses and gratuities
- Meals not mentioned in the itinerary
- Optional activities

Day-by-Day Itinerary

Arrival in Monterosso
Arrive in Monterosso, the largest of the five villages of Cinque Terre. After checking into your hotel, enjoy a welcome dinner featuring local specialties and wine as your guide introduces you to the history and culture of this unique region.

Locations:Monterosso al Mare
Meals:Dinner
Accommodation:Comfortable hotel in Monterosso

Monterosso to Vernazza Hike
After breakfast, begin your exploration of the Cinque Terre with a scenic hike along the famous Blue Trail from Monterosso to Vernazza, one of the most beautiful stretches of the coastal path. Enjoy lunch in Vernazza's picturesque harbor before exploring this charming village. Return to Monterosso by train in the late afternoon.

Locations:Monterosso, Vernazza
Meals:Breakfast, Lunch
Accommodation:Comfortable hotel in Monterosso

Riomaggiore and Manarola
Travel by train to Riomaggiore, the southernmost village. Explore its colorful harbor and main street before hiking to Manarola through vineyards and olive groves on a higher trail offering spectacular views. In Manarola, participate in a cooking class to learn traditional Ligurian dishes, followed by dinner enjoying your creations.

Locations:Riomaggiore, Manarola
Meals:Breakfast, Dinner (cooking class)
Accommodation:Comfortable hotel in Manarola

Corniglia and Boat Tour
Morning visit to Corniglia, the only Cinque Terre village not directly on the sea, perched on a cliff 100 meters above. After exploring its narrow streets, enjoy a wine tasting of the local Sciacchetrà wine. In the afternoon, take a boat tour along the coast for a different perspective of all five villages, with time for swimming in a secluded cove.

Locations:Manarola, Corniglia, Cinque Terre coastline
Meals:Breakfast, Wine Tasting
Accommodation:Comfortable hotel in Manarola

Departure
After breakfast, transfer to La Spezia train station for your onward journey. End of services.

Locations:Manarola, La Spezia
Meals:Breakfast
Accommodation:None