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Highlights
- Hiking trip to Cinque Terre from Florence
- Spectacular coastal views along the Cinque Terre
- Lunch in a local restaurant overlooking the blue sea and hillsides covered with vineyards
- Soak up the old-world atmosphere as you explore Cinque Terre villages on foot
- 40-minute boat ride along the Riviera (weather permitting)
- Take a swim in the clear, blue water at Vernazza or Monterosso
- Transport from Florence to Cinque Terre by air-conditioned coach
Recent Photos of This Tour
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The stick ladiesThe walking sticks were a bonus, great for hiking like this. Joked about selling them but glad we kept.Photo by: Linda T
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Having fun at Cinque TerreUs on the dock of the bayPhoto by: Keith R
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Our GuidesOur tour guides Stefano and SandraPhoto by: Kathi M
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Wine tasting in Riomaggiore, ...Amazing wine tasting included in the tour.Photo by: Natalie W
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Cinque Terre Hiking TripVacationers enjoying the SunPhoto by: Sheila K
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Great Picture - Cinque Terre, ...My friend and I striking a pose.Photo by: Kerri L
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Cinque Terre July 2010Cinque Terre tour through ViatorPhoto by: Scott H
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Cinque TerreView of one of the towns of Cinque TerrePhoto by: Graciella Cremonini
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Great viewsThe villages were amazing.Photo by: Olivia A W
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Hiking in Cinque TerreSurrounded by flowers!Photo by: Frances
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Hiking from Corniglia to ...Hiking from Corniglia to VernazzaPhoto by: Jennifer D
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A sight well worth our sore ...Somewhere near the middle of our hike between villagesPhoto by: ADRIAN Y
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Cinque terreUne magnifique journée et à recommander.Photo by: Christiane B
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Cinque Terre Hiking TripCinque TerrePhoto by: Tammy G
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The Last VillageThis is my favorite village, Riomaggiore. It was the last village that we visited on the trip. Note: Please ...Photo by: Sue Chuen W
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Gellato and CrepesA signboard of a shop where we stopped for a little afternoon snack.Photo by: Sue Chuen W
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Photo StopStopping along the way the capture the spectacular view. Our trek mates capturing the view.Photo by: Sue Chuen W
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sea viewview on our hike between Corniglia and the next townPhoto by: Carol S
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Walking down the trail at ...Our Group of keen travellersPhoto by: glenem
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Walking Food Tour GroupThis is in the marketplace testing cheese, olive oil and more!Photo by: Eve C
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What You Can Expect
Cinque Terre Hiking Day Trip from Florence
The Cinque Terre takes its name from the five picturesque fishing villages of Riomaggiore, Manarola, Corniglia, Vernazza and Monterosso. Each town has a distinct character, but all share alleys, arches and steep stone steps, best explored on foot. An idyllic snapshot of old-world Italy, the villages are surrounded by sunny beaches, narrow lanes lined with shops and stalls, brightly colored fishing boats, seaside promenades and sleepy piazzas.
The ancient trails are rough but manageable. Be prepared for the hiking – although the path is open to everyone, remember that the ground can be slippery, uneven, and in places steep and narrow. The charm of the area is that it is natural and unspoilt, so do not expect hand rails or safety rails when steps are steep or when the path is close to the edge.
Itinerary
Relax as you travel towards the Cinque Terre, listen to stories about Lucca and its famous son Giacomo Puccini, and admire Michelangelo's astonishing marble mountains of Carrara.
Passing just above Manarola (the first village of the Cinque Terre), you'll enter the National Park before tightening your boots for the first section of the trail to Corniglia, a beautiful stretch that finishes with a climb of 382 steps. On the cliff top village of Corniglia a delicious lunch made of fresh Mediterranean seafood and the most authentic pesto pasta is served in a local restaurant with a perfect view of the sea and surrounding hillside.
After lunch, your continue along the steep, ancient path, climbing high up through spectacular terraces of olives towards the village of Vernazza, one of the prettiest and most characteristic of the five towns, where you have free time to sit in one of the cheerful bars and cafés, or even have a cooling swim in the bay.
Next you will take a short train ride to Monterosso, this village is renowned for its beautiful beach and artisan shops. Enjoy free time to taste the local wine, explore the shops or dip your toes in the cool Mediterranean sea. Now, its time to sit back and relax as you enjoy a scenic 40-minute boat ride (weather permitting) along the shores of the Cinque Terre, the journey takes you to Riomaggiore.
In Riomaggiore you begin the last part of the trail, called Via dell'Amore, “Lover's Lane” - a walkway hanging above the sea which leads to Manarola, completing your Cinque Terre visit before returning to Florence by coach.
Please note: Due to a landslide which occurred at the end of September 2012, the famous path “Via dell’Amore” has been closed.
Customer Reviews
Carol N
Australia
April 2014
One of the best days of my month-long travels around Italy.
Our guides, Katie and Julian were superb: so knowledgeable, friendly, and ready to help. They were easy to find, departed on time, and the coach was really comfortable. The included lunch was terrific, with great service and lovely views.
The Cinque Terre walk is not too difficult, and the views make the effort so worthwhile. A quick dip in the sea after the walk between Corniglia and Vernazza is highly recommended.
An amazing time was had by all. Thanks so much!
April 2014
This was an amazing tour lead by Stefano and Sandra, they are the best tour guides ever, so full of information, they made the trip so exciting, even tho I have hiked the Cinque Terres with my husband twice, I learned so much from them, there wonderful sense of humor and compassion for everyone was incredible. I would recommend this tour to everyone who is interested in seeing these beautiful 5 mountain
towns. This was a 10....
Judy and Jamie Evanek
Estes Park, Colorado
