Walking Portofino and the Cinque Terre
- Walk Italy’s Cinque Terre National Park, exploring its five colourful villages
- Revel in pathways through lemon groves and terraced vineyards with sweeping views
- Enjoy “La Dolce Vita” with chilled limoncello, local wine, creamy gelato and fresh seafood
- Discover the medieval picturesque town of Portovenere, an artist's haven
- Walks that showcase this regions highlights, such as Bonassola to Monterosso
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Itinerary
Day 1 Arrive Camogli and overnightStart this walking adventure on the western side of the Portofino Peninsula, within the small laid-back village of Camogli, easily reached from Genoa Airport by train (taking around an hour). This picturesque seafront village is a hidden gem on the Riviera di Levante, offering gorgeous setting, fresh Italian cuisine, and close proximity to Portofino. Roam the local shops or take a peaceful walk along the oceanfront promenade for stunning views of fishing boats gently bobbing along the rocky coastline.
Tonight, experience the quintessential Italian hospitality within our quaint accommodation which boasts a warm welcome to walkers.
This bed and breakfast, located in the small fishing village of Camogli, is the perfect location for walking on the Ligurian Riviera. Enjoy a warm welcome by your host, attentive service, comfortable rooms, and being strategically positioned only a few steps from the seaside promenade. The B&B overlooks the beach and Golfo Paradiso Natural Park of Portofino. Rooms aren’t air conditioned, but they are natural cooled by the pleasant coastal breeze.
This small family-run hotel is situated in an ideal location to appreciate the culture and natural surroundings of this seafront village nestled in a gulf fittingly named “Paradise”. It’s just a few steps from the seafront promenade. The staff pride themselves on providing an attentive service to all their guests.
With an unbeatable location overlooking the fishing harbour and in the pedestrianised centre of the village, this hotel is ideal for your stay in Camogli. Start your day with breakfast outside overlooking the fishing boats moored along the seafront. With just five guest rooms, you will be provided with an attentive and personalised service. Their cosy relaxation area has a Jacuzzi, steam bath and hydro-massage shower (additional charges apply).
The day begins with a short transfer (15 mins) to the Church of San Rocco, to commence the walk along mountain paths and through pine forest alongside the Mediterranean Sea. Pause at the Port of San Fruttuoso to explore the 11th century stone abbey. From here continue walking or alternatively catch the ferry (payable locally) to the fishing village of Portofino on the other side of the bay and spend an afternoon exploring.
On the walk towards Portofino, reach Il Faro, a lighthouse located at the headland of Portofino or up to Castello Brown, a 16th-century fortress and art museum with spectacular vistas. Spend some time in the iconic town of Portofino, which is favoured by the operatic powerhouses, Luciano Pavarotti and Andrea Bocelli, before taking the ferry back to Camogli. Wave ciao (goodbye) to the colourful panoramas of Portofino, escaping the crowds, and heading back to the idyllic coastal hideaway in nearby Camogli.
There is the option of not walking today and exploring Camogli or taking a ferry to/from Portofino to spend the day there. If you decide to take this option, then please notify us prior to travel, so that the transfer driver isn’t left waiting for you at your accommodation.
This bed and breakfast, located in the small fishing village of Camogli, is the perfect location for walking on the Ligurian Riviera. Enjoy a warm welcome by your host, attentive service, comfortable rooms, and being strategically positioned only a few steps from the seaside promenade. The B&B overlooks the beach and Golfo Paradiso Natural Park of Portofino. Rooms aren’t air conditioned, but they are natural cooled by the pleasant coastal breeze.
This small family-run hotel is situated in an ideal location to appreciate the culture and natural surroundings of this seafront village nestled in a gulf fittingly named “Paradise”. It’s just a few steps from the seafront promenade. The staff pride themselves on providing an attentive service to all their guests.
With an unbeatable location overlooking the fishing harbour and in the pedestrianised centre of the village, this hotel is ideal for your stay in Camogli. Start your day with breakfast outside overlooking the fishing boats moored along the seafront. With just five guest rooms, you will be provided with an attentive and personalised service. Their cosy relaxation area has a Jacuzzi, steam bath and hydro-massage shower (additional charges apply).
Transfer from Camogli to Deiva Marina (50 mins). This quiet seaside town in the province of La Spezia, is surrounded by wide sandy beaches and lush green mountains. Walk through Deiva Marina and into the dramatic landscape of the hills of the east riviera for wonderful views over the northern Ligurian coast to Bonassola, where the mountains meet the sea.
There’s the option to shorten todays walk with a stopover in Framura, to sample a long lunch before taking a train to Bonassola. After time in peaceful Framura the walk continues to Bonassola. Why not finish the walk with a refreshing dip in the cool blue waters off the beach of Bonassola, and perhaps a glass of wine or a spritz in a seafront restaurant before catching the train to Monterosso, in the Cinque Terre.
This family-run small hotel prides itself on providing a warm welcome and has lots of cosy spaces to unwind and relax in. The hotel lies in a quiet area, 100 metres from the beach and the beginning of the hiking path to Vernazza. The hotel has a garden, restaurant, Jacuzzi and four terraces to relax and enjoy the sea view from. During the warmer weather breakfast will be served outside in the lemon garden terrace.
Set in an 18th century building, which has been restored to give modern comforts, but keep its historic character including frescoed ceilings. The hotel terrace overlooks the historical main street with its many restaurants and shops just a few steps away. The beach and ferry harbour are 2 minutes’ walk away as well as the trail path n.2 leading to Vernazza. There is a sun terrace where you can relax on loungers with a coffee or glass of juice.
Ideally located in the centre of Monterosso, 5-minutes’ walk from the sea. Don't miss the lovely terrace garden with sea views and loungers where you can sit and amongst the lemon and olive trees accompanied by the lovely scent of rosemary.
Take a train to Bonassola this morning to begin the walk along the old railway tracks recently transformed into an even, easy walking path. Enjoy an array of terrain as the path travels through tunnels, over bridges, and along the rugged coastline into the green interior valley of Levanto. The idyllic village of Levanto’s skyline is pierced by church spires and towers. You might like to end your walk her and spend time on the sandy beach before taking a train back to Monterosso.
Leave the railway path behind and head onto mountain trails. Upon reaching the ridgetop at Colla Bagari, take a moment to absorb the sweeping views of the rolling mountains surrounding the “Gulf of Paradise” and the Cinque Terre villages that the walk will be heading through over the coming days. Arriving at Punta Mesco, descending along olive groves and vines to Monterosso, with its large sandy beach and calm waters. Why not take a refreshing paddle to cool your feet after a good day’s walking.
Alternatively, for anyone not wishing to walk today why not spend the day relaxing on the beach, a seafront bar, or wandering around the colourful street in Monterosso, the first of the Cinque villages explored on this trip.
This family-run small hotel prides itself on providing a warm welcome and has lots of cosy spaces to unwind and relax in. The hotel lies in a quiet area, 100 metres from the beach and the beginning of the hiking path to Vernazza. The hotel has a garden, restaurant, Jacuzzi and four terraces to relax and enjoy the sea view from. During the warmer weather breakfast will be served outside in the lemon garden terrace.
Set in an 18th century building, which has been restored to give modern comforts, but keep its historic character including frescoed ceilings. The hotel terrace overlooks the historical main street with its many restaurants and shops just a few steps away. The beach and ferry harbour are 2 minutes’ walk away as well as the trail path n.2 leading to Vernazza. There is a sun terrace where you can relax on loungers with a coffee or glass of juice.
Ideally located in the centre of Monterosso, 5-minutes’ walk from the sea. Don't miss the lovely terrace garden with sea views and loungers where you can sit and amongst the lemon and olive trees accompanied by the lovely scent of rosemary.
With the included Cinque Terre Trails & Rail Card in hand it’s time this morning to hop on the train, sit back and enjoy the views over the sea on the way to Manarola (trains depart about every 30 minutes). Manarola is widely thought to be the most charming and beautiful of the Cinque Terre villages with its colourful buildings clinging to the cliff edge, the terraced green hillside above, and the azure blue waters colliding with the rocky coastline below. There are two possible options today. If you are taking the shorter option then there is ample time to explore the village and perhaps have lunch in one of the many restaurants and cafes found here.
The longer of the walks today provides wonderful sweeping sea views as you walk from Manarola to Corniglia on the 'Via dell' Amore' (Lovers’ Lane). The start of the walk is a climb but then it levels out as you walk along the cliff tops between the villages.
The shorter walking option Between Manarola and Riomaggiore uses the original path linking the villages. Although they are quite close together there is a mountain separating them, so the trail although short in distance is a steep ascent and descent including many stone steps. Thanks to the high position the Via Beccara path does afford amazing sea views over the dramatic Cinque Terre coastline including a bird’s eye view of Manarola and Riomaggiore. The path climbs pass the terraced vineyards along the mountainside. This is the most technically challenging of the walks on this tour and is not suitable for anyone with a fear of heights or suffering from vertigo. We also won't recommend it for anyone with ba knees.
After time to explore Corniglia or Riomaggiore, take the train back to Monterosso.
Alternatively, for anyone not wanting to walk today there’s the choice of spending time in Monterosso or using the included Cinque Terre Trails & Rail Card to ride the rails and explore Manarola, Corniglia and Riomaggiore this way instead of doing the mountain walk.
This evening, dine “al fresco” at one of the many delicious restaurants lining the piazza and historic centre, especially for a hot pot of freshly caught steamed seafood, a Ligurian specialty.
This family-run small hotel prides itself on providing a warm welcome and has lots of cosy spaces to unwind and relax in. The hotel lies in a quiet area, 100 metres from the beach and the beginning of the hiking path to Vernazza. The hotel has a garden, restaurant, Jacuzzi and four terraces to relax and enjoy the sea view from. During the warmer weather breakfast will be served outside in the lemon garden terrace.
Set in an 18th century building, which has been restored to give modern comforts, but keep its historic character including frescoed ceilings. The hotel terrace overlooks the historical main street with its many restaurants and shops just a few steps away. The beach and ferry harbour are 2 minutes’ walk away as well as the trail path n.2 leading to Vernazza. There is a sun terrace where you can relax on loungers with a coffee or glass of juice.
Ideally located in the centre of Monterosso, 5-minutes’ walk from the sea. Don't miss the lovely terrace garden with sea views and loungers where you can sit and amongst the lemon and olive trees accompanied by the lovely scent of rosemary.
After breakfast, take the train to Corniglia for a steep, but well worth it, walk back to Monterosso. Corniglia is the quietest, and least crowded of the Cinque Terre villages, making its backstreets a delight to wander through before beginning the walk.
Follow the path as it goes up-and-down to Vernazza, the most perfect picture postcard of the villages. This fortified village is the only natural harbour in the Cinque Terre and is still used by fisherman with their boats bobbing in the protected waters surrounded by the elegant, colourful buildings. Some of the original village walls and the Doria Castle watch tower remain today, which were used to defend this valuable resource. This historic fishing community is also home to Santa Margherita d’Anticochia Church, the Sanctuary of our Lady of Regio, and the Convent of the Reformed Fathers of St. Francis. There is the option of leaving the walk here and taking the train back to Monterosso.
The walk continues to follow the panoramic path from Vernazza to Monterosso giving yet more wonderful seascape views along the way. On arrival back in Monterosso cool down with a tasty gelato.
As an alternative walk you might undertake a circular walk from Monterosso ("Walking through the Jurassic") where you hike inland through the forest passing by rock formations and have amazing views.
This family-run small hotel prides itself on providing a warm welcome and has lots of cosy spaces to unwind and relax in. The hotel lies in a quiet area, 100 metres from the beach and the beginning of the hiking path to Vernazza. The hotel has a garden, restaurant, Jacuzzi and four terraces to relax and enjoy the sea view from. During the warmer weather breakfast will be served outside in the lemon garden terrace.
Set in an 18th century building, which has been restored to give modern comforts, but keep its historic character including frescoed ceilings. The hotel terrace overlooks the historical main street with its many restaurants and shops just a few steps away. The beach and ferry harbour are 2 minutes’ walk away as well as the trail path n.2 leading to Vernazza. There is a sun terrace where you can relax on loungers with a coffee or glass of juice.
Ideally located in the centre of Monterosso, 5-minutes’ walk from the sea. Don't miss the lovely terrace garden with sea views and loungers where you can sit and amongst the lemon and olive trees accompanied by the lovely scent of rosemary.
To begin the final walk, take the train back to Riomaggiore to walk out of Cinque Terre and into the hillside bordering Portovenere. The town is another UNESCO World Heritage Site and artist haven that’s inspired painters, musicians, and literary greats such as Byron and D.H. Lawrence.
Walk to Colle del Telgrafo following the ridgeline to Campiglia and descend to Portovenere with its brightly coloured houses. Stacked side-by-side, these houses, once served as a united wall aimed to withstand attacks from pirates (look closely and it’s possible to still see the holes and marks that scar its sides) and are now one of Portovenere’s iconic treasures.
Visit the black-and-white striped Gothic Church of St. Peter, its nearby cemetery, and the stone fortress overlooking the Gulf of Poets.
Alternatively, depending on the day of the week, it is possible to travel by ferry from Riomaggiore to Portovenere instead of walking.
Ascent/Descent: 634m/653m
Overlooking the sea, with a view to the island of Palmaria, the Gulf of Poets and the open sea. From the two terraces of the restaurant, sample authentic Ligurian cuisine with panoramic views over the coast. The comfortable sea-facing bedrooms are furnished in a cosy modern style.
Situated between the old city walls and the promenade, the 16th century building of Torre Porto Venere offers a unique view. Once used for military purposes, the round-shaped building offers our guest a 360° view, quite rare in Portovenere, where houses were strategically built in rows. The recent renovation was carried out in full respect of traditional materials and colours, restoring the original splendour of this large building.
The Hotel Restaurant Belvedere was built at the end of the last century and has been completely renovated. It provides guests with a quiet stay on the sea in a very nice frame of liberty style. The rooms, with magnificent view from the balconies, indoor luxury and modern comforts, high quality service and the beautiful panoramic terrace are the distinctive characteristics of the hotel.
Depending on travel arrangements, we suggest adding an extra day to spend more time exploring Portovenere’s labyrinth walls, taking a boat to nearby Palmaria Island, or unwinding by the sea.
To depart from Portovenere there is a local bus or taxis to La Spezia. From here take a to Genoa, Pisa, or Florence airports.
This trip has a carbon score of 15kg per person per night, meaning it’s one of our best trips! For comparison, a carbon count of 15kg is equivalent to 4.5 cheeseburgers. Here at Macs, we pride ourselves on being a responsible travel company and continue to adopt, develop and innovate ways to positively impact the environment. Find out more information on how we've carbon counted our trips.
Other Information
Is it for me?This trip is perfect for those who want to explore this lovely, rugged part of the Italian Riviera on foot. It is graded moderate, with an average of 10-16 km walking per day along coastal and mountain trails. There are many elevation gains and losses that need to be considered. The traditional paths between the villages often include sections of stone steps on these ascents and descents, which can be hard on the knees, so we strongly recommend taking walking poles and perhaps knee supports if needed. It’s best to do some practice walks ahead of time, including stairs, ascents and descents like those you will experience on the trip whilst carrying your day bag.
There are sections of the walks along cliff edge paths, some of which are unfenced and only wide enough to walk along in a single file. This trip may, therefore, not be ideal for those with a fear of heights or vertigo sufferers.
As part of this holiday, a Cinque Terre Three Day Train and Hiking Trails Card is included for use on days 5 to 7. You will need to purchase train tickets locally for the train transfers to/from Bonassola for the walks on days 3 and 4, as this is outside the validity of the rail card. Train tickets are approximately €2.40 per person per way. If you decide to shorten any of the walks on days before day 5, then you will need to purchase a train/ferry ticket for the additional transfers. The Cinque Terre Card includes unlimited train travel on the La Spezia - Cinque Terre - Levanto railway line, on regional trains in second class, access to the hiking paths from Monterosso to Corniglia, and use of the bus services within the park area.
Classic Routes | If you’re the active, outdoorsy type, who’s interested in taking on the great routes of the world or looking for a challenge, then our Classic Routes are for you. We’re talking the West Highland Way, Tour Du Mont Blanc and the Passau to Vienna Danube Cycle Path, to name but a few!
Multi Centre Walking | With a mix of loop and point-to-point walks stay 2 or 3 nights in one place which offers the chance to slow down and really explore a destination.
Solo Travellers, Families with Teens
The minimum age for this tour is: 12 Years
This trip includes walking each day and is graded moderate overall. The terrain varies from coastal paths to rolling mountain trails making for a pleasant mixture. Most days can be shortened by taking a train or ferry to the next overnight destination and it’s possible to skip a number of the walks if you prefer some time to explore locally and relax.
Daily walks average around 10-11 kms, following dirt paths, paved roads, forest trails and coastal paths. There are several ascents/descents involved and some of the route while walking from village-to-village within the Cinque Terre encompass stone staircases. To get the most from this trip you should be comfortable walking on undulating terrain with many ascents and descents. Please be advised that this trip may not be appropriate for unstable walkers or people suffering from vertigo as there are sections of narrow cliff tops paths with unfenced edges.
Due to the nature of the cliff paths these can sometimes be affected by landslides causing trail closures and we may need to alter the itinerary when we become aware of these happening. Using your Cinque Terre Card, it’s normally possible to easily take alternative walks or to hop on a train to avoid the affected area.Included in this trip are hand-selected, charming accommodations. We’ve carefully chosen properties so that you can enjoy every minute of this trip on the Italian Riviera and Cinque Terre.
Additional Nights
It’s easy to request an extra night at any location during this itinerary. Perhaps consider adding a night in Portovenere at the end of the holiday to explore the historic and colourful fishing village and relax after completing the walks. Please notify us when booking should you wish to add extra nights.
Single Rooms & Solo Walkers
This trip is based on double occupancy (two people sharing a room with one bed). If separate rooms are required, a single supplement is payable. If a twin room is required (the same room with two separate beds), please notify us at the time of booking so we can request this option. This trip is available to solo walkers.
Meals
Breakfast is included each morning and consists of a traditional European-style breakfast ranging from coffee, tea, yoghurt, granola, meat, cheese, and baked goods. Sometimes, a hot dish (eggs and pancakes) will be served or offered á la carte.
Lunches and dinners are not included in this trip. We recommend finding cafés or restaurants in the towns or along the walking route or purchasing snacks and a picnic lunch to bring along on the walks from local supermarkets and markets. Further details are in your information pack and the Macs Adventure Smartphone App.
While the route is not waymarked, navigation is straightforward using the Macs Adventure Smartphone Navigation App. The daily walks are mapped in the app with GPX tracks, including route notes, and turn-by-turn directions. All of these resources are available to download for offline use. More information is outlined within the detailed information pack, in addition to 24/7 telephone support from Macs Adventure should assistance be required.
- Accommodation in en suite rooms in charming hotels on a twin share basis
- Daily breakfasts
- Transfer as per your itinerary
- Door to door baggage transfers as per your itinerary
- 3-Day Cinque Terre Train & Trails Card
- Access to maps, GPX tracks and daily route information with the Macs Adventure smartphone navigation app
- All your trip documents including a detailed information pack provided digitally through your online Macs “My Account”
- Telephone support from our office in the event of a problem
- Travel to and from start and finish points
- Travel insurance and personal equipment
- Lunches, dinners, drinks, and snacks
- Tourist taxes (charged locally at hotels)
- Any additional train/ferry transfers required outside the validity of the Cinque Terre Card
- Additional nights before, during or after the tour
- Private transfers to the start and from the end points of the tour
- Room upgrades
This tour is available to start anytime between mid-March and October.
Peak Season Availability
As Portofino, Portovenere, and the Cinque Terre are very popular destinations, we suggest booking as soon as possible to ensure availability for specific dates.
In Camogli there are two big festivals that happen annually. These are great times to visit to see the event, but do mean that you have to book early to get the accommodation booking as space fills up fast, also the accommodation prices may be higher, and there will be more people in the village and possibly on the trail too at this time. The festivals are:
Sagra del Pesce - always the 2nd Sunday in May.
Festa Stella Maris - always the 1st Sunday in August.
Time of Year
The springs months of mid-March, April, May and June offer warm sunshine, fewer crowds, and pleasant walking conditions. May is when most wildflowers are coming into bloom. The autumn months of September and October are also a favourable time of year, boasting cooler weather and a striking landscape made up of autumnal colours. July and August are good months to go but can be very hot for walking and therefore aren’t best suited for everyone. You will have to start early to miss the heat of the day and carry a lot of water (additional weight) with you. Although the towns and villages are buzzing at this time of year which is great to see, and you can take a cooling dip in the sea.
For the easiest and most convenient method of travel, we recommended flying into Genoa Airport and taking the direct train to Camogli. Genoa has an airport with flights from international and national destinations. From the airport, take the local bus (or taxi), to the central train station (Brignole Station) for a direct train to Camogli. Total journey time is around 1 hour.
Pisa and Florence also have airports with flights from international and national destinations, including central train stations with rail networks to Genoa, for catching direct trains to Camogli. Visit Trenitalia for times, prices and booking. Tickets can be purchased at the ticket office or online prior to departure. A private transfer from Genoa, Pisa or Florence to Camogli can be requested. Please let us know at the time of booking if you would like to add this option (additional costs apply).
Either take a taxi directly to La Spezia Train Station or the local bus. The bus runs regularly from Portovenere to La Spezia and takes approximately 40 minutes. Bus stops are located near the harbour and at various locations around Portovenere. It stops in the centre of La Spezia, which is around 5 minutes’ walk to the train station. La Spezia Central Train Station has departures to Genoa, Pisa, Florence, or other onward destinations in Italy. Visit Trenitalia for times, prices and booking. On arrival in Genoa Brignole Train Station, catch a local bus or taxi back to the airport. A private transfer from Portovenere to La Spezia Train Station can be arranged. Please let us know at the time of booking if you desire to add this option (additional costs apply).
At Macs Adventure, we work in partnership with many luggage transfer providers who set a limit on how many bags/suitcases they will transfer per person, and also the weight of the bag/suitcase. Your booking includes transfer of 1 bag per person. It is very important that you read the luggage information specific to your tour before departure. If you do not adhere to these limits, there is a great possibility that you will be charged locally both for extra bags or if they are too heavy. This limitation can be a challenge, especially as airlines generally have limits that are higher. However, our luggage providers have reasons for these limits (usually due to the Health and Safety of their employees), which we must respect.
One main bag of up to 20kg per person will be transferred from each accommodation to the next.
It is a requirement of booking this tour with Macs Adventure that you have suitable travel insurance which covers you for the activity, emergency evacuation, and hospital care.
To get the most from this trip you should be in good physical shape and comfortable walking on undulating terrain with many ascents and descents. Please be advised that this trip may not be appropriate for unstable walkers, those with a fear of heights, or people suffering from vertigo. Please read the ‘Is it for me?’ section of the web page and the itinerary for further information in order to ensure this trip is the right fit for you.
As Portofino, Portovenere and the Cinque Terre are very popular destinations, we suggest you book as soon as your plans are finalized to ensure availability for specific dates.
You will need good walking shoes/boots, comfortable walking clothes, a day pack, and depending on when you are travelling: waterproof jacket and trousers, and hats/gloves, etc. Also you might want to bring poles for some rocky climbs. Our information pack has a list of all equipment to bring on your trip. Our pre-departure information pack has detailed advice and a kit list on what to take with you to Italy.
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