Included: 7-day Cinque Terre self-guided hiking tour Accommodation for 6 nights in hotels (double occupancy) 6 breakfasts 2-day pass for the Cinque Terre National Park Luggage transfer from Monterosso to Portovenere (Day 6) Detailed route description, walking times, GPS tracks Assistance via Whatsapp with the guiding company Add-ons: Single occupancy room — add at checkout Not included: Transportation to the starting point and from the endpoint Accommodation prior to or after the tour Any transfers during the tour Luggage transfer on Day 3 Lunches, dinners, and snacks Any personal expenses Anything not mentioned in the “Included” section above Repatriation and search & rescue insurance — mandatory, available to add at checkout Travel insurance — highly recommended, available to add at checkout

How fit do I need to be?

The best thing about this Cinque Terre self-guided tour is that you can hike at your own pace the whole way through! To see more details on how your days will look, please check out the itinerary to see day-by-day distances and changes in elevation. Generally speaking, you need to be in good shape and in good health , the most you’ll hike is 14 km (9 miles) per day, and gain up to 775 m (2,545 ft) of elevation in a single day.

What do I need to bring?

Here’s a list of the equipment you need to bring: Daypack large enough to carry all the things you might need throughout the day Backpack or luggage (you’ll be staying in private rooms, and stay at the same accommodation 2 or 3 nights—so don’t worry about having to carry all your stuff with you all the time) Hiking poles — optional Water bottle or hydration bladder (2L capacity) Lightweight hiking boots or shoes Comfortable hiking clothes Spare clothes for layering Waterproof rain jacket Sunhat Toiletries (sunscreen, hand sanitizer, bug spray, toilet paper, etc.) Headlamp or flashlight Sunglasses Camera — optional (but recommended) Dress comfortably and for the weather in clothes you can move in. We suggest bringing clothing appropriate for the season. Layers are best and don’t wear jeans.

What is a self-guided tour?

Self-guided tours are perfect for those who enjoy exploring on their own terms—at their own pace, and with the company they choose. By joining this self-guided tour , we take care of: 6 breakfasts 2-day pass for the Cinque Terre National Park Luggage transfer from Monterosso to Portovenere (Day 6) Accommodation in hotels (3-star) with private ensuite bathrooms Detailed route description, walking times, GPS tracks Assistance via Whatsapp with your guiding company Unlimited email support pre-tour Rather than joining a guided group, you’ll navigate the tour yourself, using resources provided by the tour operator. For a hassle-free journey with everything arranged for you in advance, there’s no better option! As a self-guided tour is built around your preferred travel dates, your guide will take care of arranging accommodations and details after you book. Note that exact accommodations and dates might shift slightly, so don’t make any travel arrangements until the details of your adventure are confirmed .

Group sizes and age requirements

Group sizes and pricing The minimum number of people for this tour is set at 2 participants . If you’d love to join solo—that’s also possible , but a single supplement fee will apply. Please reach out and we’ll get back to you with a price ! The price varies depending on what time of year you go. High season (April through September) is a bit more expensive than low season. Cinque Terre self-guided tours can be arranged for larger groups. Contact us to make arrangements. Min. age requirements If you are older than 18, you’re good to go. Minors younger than 18 may be permitted to join the hike on a case-by-case basis, but must be in the presence of a parent or legal guardian. If your group has hikers under the age of 18, contact us prior to booking to make arrangements.

Getting there and meeting location

To get to Camogli, the starting point of your Cinque Terre self-guided tour, most people fly into Genova Airport (GOA) . From there, it will take you up to an hour and a half to reach Camogli by train, or half an hour if you go by car. Please refrain from making any travel arrangements until your booking is confirmed! After you pick your preferred dates, your guide will check accommodation availability and get back to you within 2-3 weeks. If the guide is unable to secure your preferred dates/accommodation, you’ll get a full refund. Once the guide confirms your departure, you’re good to go—at that point, book your plane tickets and start looking forward to your adventure!

Safety measures and insurance

Repatriation/search and rescue insurance is mandatory, while travel insurance is highly recommended to join this trip. To make your booking and traveling experience as carefree as possible, you’ll be offered to simply insure your trip with Redpoint at checkout. Redpoint—the official 57hours insurance partner—tailors protection packages for adventure travel, offering a comprehensive travel program, even in remote locations! Trip cancellation, natural disasters, pandemic coverage, medical evacuation, primary medical expenses—regardless of the travel interruption that may happen, Redpoint will have you covered.

CINQUE TERRE | ITALY

Self-Guided Hiking in Cinque Terre, Italy

7 days | Easy to Moderate | 5.00

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Ever seen pictures of Cinque Terre? You must have: this is Italy at its most romantic. Perched on cliffs of the Italian riviera, the string of five picturesque fisherman villages is everything a traveler—or a postcard maker—could dream of. The Mediterranean sun, the Ligurian Sea, the medieval architecture, and the Italian cuisine—this is what your week-long self-guided dolce vita getaway is all about. Connected by a 19th century railway line cutting through the hillsides, the villages are car-free, surrounded by some 75 miles of trails along the coast line, with 48 hiking trails available. Explore them at your own pace and enjoy the views. And don’t forget, your phone can only hold so many photos!

Adventure Highlights

Mediterranean at its best: Explore villages, hillside vineyards, olive groves, enjoy delicious Italian cuisine
Countless hiking trails: Great combination of seaside hikes, woodland paths, and trails along rugged cliffs
Smallest national park in Italy: Unsurprisingly, Cinque Terre National Park is the UNESCO World Heritage Site

Duration

7 days

Season

March through October

Group size

Up to 16 people

Accommodation

Comfort: Private rooms in hotels

The adventure, day by day

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For a beautiful Italian getaway, Cinque Terre is the perfect choice. By going on this 7-day hiking adventure, you’ll get the chance to explore one of the most spectacular spots in Italy at your own pace! Cinque Terre comprises five charming fisherman villages, with terrific connecting trails and hiking opportunities. You’ll have enough time to visit what you’re interested in, though your guiding company will provide you with a route, they’ll arrange accommodation, and be there for assistance by phone should you need it. An Italian summer under the Mediterranean sun awaits!

Note

We’re happy to customize your journey and hear your wishes—and we’ll do our best to meet your expectations, contact us!

The itinerary, distances, and altitudes may vary slightly for many reasons beyond your organizer’s control, including weather and terrain conditions.

Keep in mind that you’ll be the one organizing your transfers between the towns. However, the trains in Italy are superb! Though you can also hike some sections instead of taking the train, towns a bit further away are very easily reachable by trains. Tickets can usually be purchased both online or at the train station. Your train rides will be a lovely addition to your trip—they are comfortable and they go along the Italian riviera!

Day 1: Arrival in Camogli

Arrive in Camogli on the Portofino peninsula and check into your hotel for the night. This will be your first glimpse into typical coastal Italian towns! Enjoy the fresh air, the salty breeze, and colorful fisherman houses. Wander the beautiful streets and discover the ruins of Castello della Dragonara. If the weather is warm enough, don’t miss out on swimming in the Ligurian Sea!

Accommodation: Private room in a hotel in Camogli

Day 2: San Fruttuoso Abbey & Portofino

From Camogli, transfer on your own to San Rocco (about €35—but you can also hike this section, it’s 1.7 km long (1 mile). From there, start hiking towards San Fruttuoso. You will pass by the picturesque church of San Rocco, walk along a quiet forest path, and then start hiking down to the beautiful San Fruttuoso abbey. This little gem is well-hidden and overlooks the Mediterranean Sea—and is only accessible by foot or boat.

After a delicious Italian lunch, hop on a boat to Portofino. It’s warmly recommended that you hike to your picnic lunch spot to enjoy scenic views. From there, keep walking through the Mediterranean flora until you reach Portofino. Visit this lovely town, enjoy a refreshing gelato, see the Castello Brown or artisan shops. Go back to Camogli by train and spend one more night there.

Accommodation: Private room in a hotel in Camogli
Meals: Breakfast
Hiking: 11.5 km / 7 miles
Elevation: +670 m / +2,200 ft | -890 m / -2,920 ft

Day 3: Monterosso & Vernazza

Aerial view of the houses and beach of Vernazza

Following a nice breakfast, catch a train (together with your luggage) to your next destination: Monterosso al Mare. Welcome to the Cinque Terre National Park! Located between the azure sea and the vineyards, Monterosso is well known for its crystal clear waters, beautiful reefs, medieval streets, and fragrant lemon trees.

After dropping off your luggage at your accommodation in Monterosso, hike to Vernazza via a coastal path along the hills. Panoramic views are guaranteed! Hike your way back to Monterosso or catch a train.

Accommodation: Private room in a hotel in Monterosso
Meals: Breakfast
Hiking: 7 km / 4.3 miles
Elevation: +270 m / +885 ft | -260 m / -855 ft

Day 4 & 5: Monterosso surroundings

During these two days, you will be able to discover the Cinque Terre National Park and more at your own pace! Explore quaint villages of Levanto and Riomaggiore with their pastel-hued houses and medieval streets. Looking for hidden gems?

Hike up the hills, discover beautiful abbeys, churches, evergreen vegetation, and vineyards of the Liguarian coastline—and, most importantly, enjoy the views overlooking the Mediterranean Sea. You can hike to those place most of the time and enjoy a lovely train ride back. Food and wine lovers will also find their happiness here—maybe take a pesto course or a guided tour in the vineyards.

Accommodation: Private room in a hotel in Monterosso
Meals: Breakfast

Day 6: Riomaggiore & Portovenere

Colorful houses in Riomaggiore, Cinque Terre

Today you’ll leave Monterosso and head to Riomaggiore by train. From there, you’ll start hiking to Portovenere by following the edge of the hill and a coastline trail, walk through Colle del Telegrafo, and the village of Campiglia.

Here is where you’ll find remarkable cliffs of Portovenere and the lovely fisherman village! After check-in, have a stroll through the historic center, the picturesque harbor, and the Church of San Pietro, lcoated on a rocky edge. Keep in mind that luggage transfers from Monterosso to Riomaggiore are included on this day.

Accommodation: Private room in a hotel in Portovenere
Meals: Breakfast
Hiking: 14 km / 8.7 miles
Elevation: +775 m / +2,545 ft | -790 m / -2,595 ft

Day 7: Depart from Portovenere

This is the end of your Italian trip! After breakfast, pack up and leave your accommodation. Your guiding company recommends taking a cab to La Spezia, or even staying in Italy and do further travel on your own. If not, you can go directly to the airport!

Meals: Breakfast

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Lisa Tyerman

As we prepared to leave we contemplated our amazing adventure and sense of accomplishment. Thank you to Nuyama for great organizational skills, prompt responses, sound advice along the way and the perfect for us choices of routes for each day. As we interacted with hosts and fellow hikers it became obvious Nuyama has built solid relationships and is highly respected. We felt confident doing this hike self guided because of our own experience and the support given. Thank you Nuyama! Experience of a lifetime!!

Rikko

Nuyama Team is very well organised and was there for us from day 1 of contact till the last day of our self guided tour. I really recommend Nuyama since they are fast responsive and they book the best accommodation in the area of your walk.

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Things to know

Included:
- - 7-day Cinque Terre self-guided hiking tour
  - Accommodation for 6 nights in hotels (double occupancy)
  - 6 breakfasts
  - 2-day pass for the Cinque Terre National Park
  - Luggage transfer from Monterosso to Portovenere (Day 6)
  - Detailed route description, walking times, GPS tracks
  - Assistance via Whatsapp with the guiding company
Add-ons:
- - Single occupancy room — add at checkout
Not included:
- - Transportation to the starting point and from the endpoint
  - Accommodation prior to or after the tour
  - Any transfers during the tour
  - Luggage transfer on Day 3
  - Lunches, dinners, and snacks
  - Any personal expenses
  - Anything not mentioned in the “Included” section above
  - Repatriation and search & rescue insurance — mandatory, available to add at checkout
  - Travel insurance — highly recommended, available to add at checkout
The best thing about this Cinque Terre self-guided tour is that you can hike at your own pace the whole way through! To see more details on how your days will look, please check out the itinerary to see day-by-day distances and changes in elevation.

Generally speaking, you need to be in good shape and in good health, the most you’ll hike is 14 km (9 miles) per day, and gain up to 775 m (2,545 ft) of elevation in a single day.
Here’s a list of the equipment you need to bring:
- - Daypack large enough to carry all the things you might need throughout the day
  - Backpack or luggage (you’ll be staying in private rooms, and stay at the same accommodation 2 or 3 nights—so don’t worry about having to carry all your stuff with you all the time)
  - Hiking poles — optional
  - Water bottle or hydration bladder (2L capacity)
  - Lightweight hiking boots or shoes
  - Comfortable hiking clothes
  - Spare clothes for layering
  - Waterproof rain jacket
  - Sunhat
  - Toiletries (sunscreen, hand sanitizer, bug spray, toilet paper, etc.)
  - Headlamp or flashlight
  - Sunglasses
  - Camera — optional (but recommended)
Dress comfortably and for the weather in clothes you can move in. We suggest bringing clothing appropriate for the season. Layers are best and don’t wear jeans.
Self-guided tours are perfect for those who enjoy exploring on their own terms—at their own pace, and with the company they choose. By joining this self-guided tour, we take care of:
- - 6 breakfasts
  - 2-day pass for the Cinque Terre National Park
  - Luggage transfer from Monterosso to Portovenere (Day 6)
  - Accommodation in hotels (3-star) with private ensuite bathrooms
  - Detailed route description, walking times, GPS tracks
  - Assistance via Whatsapp with your guiding company
  - Unlimited email support pre-tour
Rather than joining a guided group, you’ll navigate the tour yourself, using resources provided by the tour operator. For a hassle-free journey with everything arranged for you in advance, there’s no better option!

As a self-guided tour is built around your preferred travel dates, your guide will take care of arranging accommodations and details after you book. Note that exact accommodations and dates might shift slightly, so don’t make any travel arrangements until the details of your adventure are confirmed.
Group sizes and pricing
- - The minimum number of people for this tour is set at 2 participants.
  - If you’d love to join solo—that’s also possible, but a single supplement fee will apply. Please reach out and we’ll get back to you with a price!
  - The price varies depending on what time of year you go. High season (April through September) is a bit more expensive than low season.
Cinque Terre self-guided tours can be arranged for larger groups. Contact us to make arrangements.

Min. age requirements
- - If you are older than 18, you’re good to go.
  - Minors younger than 18 may be permitted to join the hike on a case-by-case basis, but must be in the presence of a parent or legal guardian.
If your group has hikers under the age of 18, contact us prior to booking to make arrangements.
To get to Camogli, the starting point of your Cinque Terre self-guided tour, most people fly into Genova Airport (GOA). From there, it will take you up to an hour and a half to reach Camogli by train, or half an hour if you go by car.

Please refrain from making any travel arrangements until your booking is confirmed! After you pick your preferred dates, your guide will check accommodation availability and get back to you within 2-3 weeks. If the guide is unable to secure your preferred dates/accommodation, you’ll get a full refund. Once the guide confirms your departure, you’re good to go—at that point, book your plane tickets and start looking forward to your adventure!
Repatriation/search and rescue insurance is mandatory, while travel insurance is highly recommended to join this trip. To make your booking and traveling experience as carefree as possible, you’ll be offered to simply insure your trip with Redpoint at checkout.

Redpoint—the official 57hours insurance partner—tailors protection packages for adventure travel, offering a comprehensive travel program, even in remote locations! Trip cancellation, natural disasters, pandemic coverage, medical evacuation, primary medical expenses—regardless of the travel interruption that may happen, Redpoint will have you covered.
A 35% deposit to secure your place is due upon booking. The remaining amount is paid 90 days prior to departure. Once the trip is confirmed by the guide, the cancellation policy stated below applies. . If you cancel the booking…
- - More than 60 days prior to departure, a cancellation fee of 5% of the total trip price will apply.
  - 60-45 days prior to departure, a cancellation fee of 15% of the total trip price will apply.
  - 44-30 days prior to departure, a cancellation fee of 30% of the total trip price will apply.
  - 29-15 days prior to departure, a cancellation fee of 75% of the total trip price will apply.
  - Within 14 days of the departure date, no refund will be issued.
Please note that booking fees are non-refundable in all cases and will be deducted from the refund amount.

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