Trails of the Cinque Terre Map and Itinerary

DAY 1 Arrive Starting Point: Monterosso

We recommend flying to Genoa or Pisa, which have good train connections to Monterosso. Florence is also an option.

Settle into your accommodation, step outside and breathe in the fresh, crisp air of the Mediterranean Sea. The hustle and bustle of the historic centre of Monterosso is captivating. Alternatively head to the wide sandy beach for the afternoon.

Overnight: Hotel Marina, Monterosso

This small and charming family run 3 star hotel is located on a narrow street in the historic centre of the old fishing village of Monterosso. Website: www.hotelmarina5terra.com

Or Albergo Degli Amici, Monterosso

Hotel Degli Amici is a 3 star hotel located in the historical centre of Monterosso, in an extremely peaceful area, surrounded by vineyards and olive trees, just 150 meters from the sea. Website: www.hotelamici.it

DAY 2 Walk or Bus to Soviore and walk back to Monterosso via Vernazza

To avoid a very steep section at the beginning of the day, you can take the public bus in Monterosso-Fegina to Soviore Monastry. Otherwise you can walk up on an ancient cobbled path to Soviore. Here you can stop for a visit before starting the walk back to Monterosso via Vernazza. From the Sanctuary you walk on asphalt road or 1.5 km, 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: 10km | 626m Ascent/1080mDescent | 4 Hours

Overnight: Monterosso

DAY 3 Walk from Bonassola to Deiva Marina

Today you 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 and after the walk return to Monterosso by train.

Overnight: Monterosso

Walk: 11km | 890m Ascent/Descent | 4 Hours

DAY 4 Monterosso to Levanto

Follow the coastline from Monterosso to the idyllic painter’s paradise of Levanto, located in the centre of a charming valley surrounded by green hills and uncontaminated nature. Along the way, pass the Promontory of Mesco, a lookout point where you can visit the ruins of the Chapel of Sant’ Antonio Semaforo. Glance out over the crystal clean waters and take in the essence of Liguria.

Walk: 6.5km |619m Ascent/611mDescent | 3 Hours

Overnight: Monterosso

DAY 5 Riomaggiore to Portovenere

From Riomaggiore climb mule tracks through deciduous forests to enjoy panoramic views of the Gulf of La Spezia. It's easy to appreciate why Shelly and Byron were so inspired by this magical coastline.

Tear yourself away from the tremendous views to descend to Portovenere via rough hewn paths and staircases.

Walk: 13km | 854m Ascent/858mDescent | 6 Hours

Overnight: Hotel Paradiso, Portovenere

This lovely small hotel is located right on the Gulf of Portovenere with a view of Palmaria Island and the Apuan Alps which frame this picturesque area. Website: http://www.hotelportovenere.it

Or Hotel Belvedere, Portovenere

The Hotel Belvedere has over 40  years of experience in welcoming customers. The rooms all have fantastic views from their balconies and you will be sure of a warm welcome. Website: http://www.belvedereportovenere.it

DAY 6 Round walk of Palmaria Island

Take the ferry to Palmaria Island today for a wonderful days walking. Explore the coast round the island and discover various fascinating caverns. Palmaria island also showcases a fantastic variety of rare reptiles and marine birds.

Walk: 6.5km | 320m Ascent/Descent | 2.5 Hours

Overnight: Portovenere

DAY 7 Onward Travel

You can depart Portovenere by bus to La Spezia and then it is easy to travel to Pisa, Genoa or Florence by train from there.

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