Walking in the Cinque Terre and Portofino
Walking in the Cinque Terre and Portofino
7 Days Starting and ending in Italy
Visiting: Italy
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Tour code:
W06CT
Group Type:
Independent
Guide Type:
Self Guided
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Tour Overview
Discover the beautiful Liguria region and its remarkably well-preserved landscape steeped in tradition on our 6 night holiday based in Sestri Levante. Choose each day from the selection of walks available, exploring the coastline from the Cinque Terre to Portovenere as well as Portofino and the UNESCO island of Palamaria. You'll be dazzled by the colours, from the green and blue shades of the sea to the pastel-coloured houses perched above it, to the rich Mediterranean vegetation and lush hillside terraces of vineyards.
Itinerary
Arrive on the turquoise shores of Sestri Levante, a beautifully picturesque town with ancient fishermen's houses and a pristine sandy beach. Stay at the 3* Albergo Marina, a stone's throw from the beach and 5 minutes walk from the centre of town. Meals: Dinner
Day 2: The Cinque Terre National Park 11 km / 7 miles
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 it's downhill all the way to pastel-coloured Vernazza, clustered around its serene natural harbour. There's time to explore the village before returning by train to Sestri. Meals: Breakfast
Day 3: Palmaria Island 6 km / 4 miles
Make your way to Portovenere then take a boat to Palmaria island. Rich in Mediterranean vegetation and maquis shrubland, it'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. Meals: Breakfast and dinner
Day 4: Corniglia andManarola 7 km / 4.5 miles
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. Meals: Breakfast
Day 5: Riomaggiore to Portovenere 12 km / 7.5 miles
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, there's a 16th century castle and medieval churches to explore before returning to Sestri Levante. Dinner tonight is included. Meals: Breakfast and dinner
Day 6: Portofino 12 km / 7 miles
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 Riviera's most exclusive resort, before returning via Santa Magherita Ligure for your last night in Sestri Levante. Meals: Breakfast
Day 7: End Sestri Levante
Leave Sestri Levante, or add on additional nights in Pisa if you wish. Meals: Breakfast
Meals
All breakfasts and 3 dinners
Single Supplement
Add 250.00
Accommodation
Albergo Marina (3 star)
The 3* Albergo Marina, centrally located in Sestri Levante, is perfectly located, within easy walking distance of both the beach and the railway station. All the ensuite rooms are comfortable and equipped with air conditioning, and the hotel also comes with lift, sun terrace, bar and billiard room. 3 evening meals at the hotel's restaurant are included throughout your stay in Sestri Levante.
Travel
Out: British Airways Gatwick to Genoa 08:45/11:50 then transfer to hotel 50 mins. Return: Transfer to airport 50 mins then British Airways Genoa to Gatwick 10:30/11:30.
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