Included: An experienced local hiking guide with extensive knowledge of the area 7-day Cinque Terre hiking adventure (5 days of hiking) Accommodation for 6 nights in a 4-star, seaside hotel in La Spezia (double occupancy) 6 breakfasts 5 picnic lunches Cooking class (3 hours) Wine tasting (1.5 hours) Train passes Entry to the national park Add-ons: Single occupancy room — available to add at checkout Not included: Getting to the starting point (La Spezia) Dinners and beverages Anything not mentioned in the “Included” section Insurance — recommended, available to add at checkout Guide gratuities — optional

How fit do I need to be?

This trip is suitable for most classic hikers with a moderate level of fitness . The daily walks are not long, with hiking distances generally ranging from about 2.5 to 8.5 miles (4–13.5 km ) and manageable elevation changes. You’ll be walking around 5 hours a day. Overall, it is a pretty easy itinerary, and the main challenge comes from a few short, steep sections typical of coastal paths in Cinque Terre. Over the years, these steeper parts have been reduced as much as possible, making this a very accessible route for anyone used to regular walking or light hiking. There are many alternative paths in the area, and the guide is highly flexible, adapting each day to the level of the group. Because you stay every night in La Spezia, guests are free to skip an entire day if they wish . Once a walk has started, steeper sections cannot be bypassed, but overall the level remains very manageable. For more hiking adventures in Italy, click here !

What do I need to bring?

Here’s a list of the equipment you need to bring: Day pack large enough to carry all the items listed (around a 25-40L bag) Hiking poles — optional Water bottle or hydration bladder (2L capacity) Lightweight hiking boots or shoes Comfortable hiking clothes Clothing for the evenings Spare clothes for layering Waterproof rain jacket Sunhat Toiletries (sunscreen, hand sanitizer, bug spray, 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. You will stay in the same village for the whole week, so you only need to carry a daypack with you for the walks.

Group sizes and age requirements

Group sizes and pricing For this Cinque Terre hiking adventure , the usual client-to-guide ratio is 11:1. It takes a minimum of 5 people for this tour to operate. The maximum group size is set at 11 participants . Cinque Terre hiking adventures 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.

Is a single occupancy room available?

The price for this Cinque Terre hiking tour is based on twin-share rooms , but a single occupancy room can be arranged at an additional fee . You can add it to your booking at checkout.

Getting there and meeting location

The starting point of your Cinque Terre hiking tour is La Spezia , a city right on the border of Liguria and Tuscany. To get there, most people fly into Pisa International Airport (PSA) . From there, you can take a shuttle service, a train, or a bus to reach La Spezia—it takes 1 to 2 hours, depending on your chosen transport. You will meet your guide in La Spezia on Day 1. Arrival day is all about settling into your hotel and discovering this vibrant town, preparing for the journey ahead.

Safety measures and insurance

We highly recommend that you cover all your bases with insurance. 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.

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Cinque Terre | Italy

Hike the Mediterranean Paradise of Cinque Terre

Name: Cinque Terre & Beyond: Guided 7-Day Hiking Tour in Italy
Brand: 57hours
Availability: InStock
Rating: 5 (2 reviews)

7 days | Moderate | 4.60

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Welcome to Cinque Terre, where a week of hiking along the Italian Riviera unfolds above the warm Mediterranean, winding through olive groves, vineyards, and brightly painted villages. Set on Liguria’s dreamy coastline, these five historic towns invite us to slow down, explore on foot, and experience Italy the way it’s meant to be felt. Each day, we follow scenic trails carved into cliffs and hillsides, with the sea always shimmering below, the tang of salty air never far away. Evenings bring quiet moments, glowing sunset, and well-earned rest. As our week comes to an end, we’ll understand why Italy is called Bel Paese—a beautiful country best discovered step by step.

Riccardo

Adventure Highlights

Cooking class & wine tasting: Learn to make traditional dishes like gnocchi with pesto, paired with local Cinque Terre wines
Postcard-views every day: Cliffside trails, sea swims, vineyard paths, and jaw-dropping views—feel like walking through a postcard
The real Cinque Terre: Walk quiet trails, breathe in vineyard scents, and discover Cinque Terre far from the crowds

Duration

7 days

Season

April through October

Group size

Up to 11 people

The adventure, day by day

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Urban-oriented hikers—who still want to discover what's beyond—look no further! This guided seven-day adventure is the best way to discover one of the most impressive regions in Italy—the breathtaking coastline, villages, and hillsides of the Cinque Terre. Join a local guide and like-minded adventurers on a life-changing hike through scenic forests and vineyards, while basking in the spectacular views of the Mediterranean.

Day 1: Welcome to Cinque Terre

We arrive in La Spezia and meet our hiking guide, who introduces us to the journey ahead and shows us our accommodation for the week. The rest of the day is free to begin discovering this lively coastal town. We wander through narrow streets that open onto sea views, soak up the relaxed Ligurian atmosphere, or head to the water for a refreshing swim. It’s a gentle start that allows us to unwind and settle into the rhythm of the Italian Riviera before our first hike.

Meals: Breakfast
Accommodation: 4-star NH La Spezia

Day 2: Riomaggiore to Corniglia

We begin our exploration of Cinque Terre along the newly reopened Via dell’Amore, an easy and scenic path linking Riomaggiore and Manarola. After visiting Manarola and walking to the Punta Bonfiglio viewpoint, we continue through vineyards and terraces along the Manarolino path to the Church of San Lorenzo. From here, we either hike or take a short bus ride to Volastra, where we dive into the region’s heroic viticulture. We then follow the Verde-Azzurro trail to Corniglia, exploring its panoramic terraces and descending the iconic Lardarina staircase before returning by train.

Meals: Breakfast, picnic lunch
Hiking: 5.0 mi (8 km)
Elevation: +/-1,640 ft (+/-500 m)
Accommodation: 4-star NH La Spezia
Activity: Wine experience (guided visit to an open-air wine museum and local wine tasting in Volastra)

Day 3: Portovenere to Riomaggiore

We start the day with a scenic boat journey to Portovenere, a vibrant harbor town dominated by a dramatic seaside fortress. From here, we hike high above the coast on spectacular trails with uninterrupted views of the Ligurian Sea. This route offers a true taste of Cinque Terre hiking, combining elevation, exposed coastal paths, and sweeping scenery as we make our way back toward Riomaggiore. This is the most demanding hike of the week, and depending on group ability and conditions, our guide may adjust the itinerary to include Portovenere and Palmaria Island instead.

Meals: Breakfast, picnic lunch
Hiking: 8.4 mi (13.5 km)
Elevation: +2,200 ft / −1,970 ft (+670 m / −600 m)
Accommodation: 4-star NH La Spezia

Day 4: Vernazza to Monterosso

We transfer by train to Vernazza and explore one of the most iconic villages of Cinque Terre, including the Church of Santa Margherita, the Belforte Bastion, and the marina. A scenic coastal path leads us toward Monterosso, where we pause for a hands-on cooking experience overlooking the sea. After enjoying what we prepare, we continue walking through Monterosso’s beach, marina, and historic old town, climbing gently toward the Buranco Valley and San Cristoforo hill before relaxing on Fegina Beach. We return by train in the afternoon.

Meals: Breakfast, picnic lunch
Hiking: 2.5 mi (4 km)
Elevation: +/-655 ft (+/-200 m)
Accommodation: 4-star NH La Spezia
Activity: Cooking class (gnocchi or testaroli with pesto, wine, and local food tasting)

Day 5: San Terenzo to Tellaro

After a morning visit to La Spezia’s covered market, we travel to San Terenzo and walk along the seaside promenade to Lerici, dominated by its hilltop castle. From here, we hike into the Monte Marcello–Magra Regional Park, passing through La Serra and along ancient terraces of olive trees and vines. The walk ends in Tellaro, a postcard-perfect village near the Tuscan border. Weather permitting, there’s time to relax, swim, or kayak in the bays of Fiascherino before returning by bus.

Meals: Breakfast, picnic lunch
Hiking: 5.3 mi (8.5 km)
Elevation: ±1,150 ft (±350 m)
Accommodation: 4-star NH La Spezia

Day 6: Framura to Levanto

We transfer by train to Framura and begin along the Via del Mare, visiting secluded beaches before climbing toward the charming villages of Anzo, Setta, and Costa. Coastal trails lead us to the Salto della Lepre viewpoint and onward to the Madonnina della Punta church above Bonassola. After lunch, we follow the former railway line, now a scenic coastal path, finishing with a walk through Levanto’s historic center and learning about the medieval Via dei Monti.

Meals: Breakfast, picnic lunch
Hiking: 8.1 mi (13 km)
Elevation: +/-1,310 ft (+/-400 m)
Accommodation: 4-star NH La Spezia

Day 7: Departure

After breakfast, we check out and say goodbye, bringing our Cinque Terre hiking adventure to a close.

Meals: Breakfast

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Lodging & food

4-star seaside hotel

We’ll call NH La Spezia home for the entire adventure—right on the harbor, near Cinque Terre, and cafés galore. Most rooms look out over the sea, all are newly renovated, quiet, and comfortable. Best of all, we unpack once and settle in—no daily hotel changes, no constant repacking!

This single-base stay keeps things wonderfully flexible: if someone needs a rest day, they can relax at the hotel without disrupting the group.

The price is based on twin-share rooms, but a single occupancy room is available at an additional cost. You can add it to your booking at checkout.

Food, tastings, & classes

All breakfasts and picnic lunches are included in this adventure.

This journey goes beyond hiking, offering meaningful connections to local food and wine. In the hillside village of Volastra, we explore vineyard terraces and an open-air wine museum, ending with a tasting of regional wines paired with local snacks and sweeping views over the coast.

In Monterosso, we come together for a hands-on cooking class, learning to prepare traditional pasta with fresh pesto alongside a local host. With beautiful coastal views as our backdrop, we share the meal we’ve created—an authentic, memorable taste of Cinque Terre culture.

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Riccardo

Originally from Bergamo, Riccardo blends an engineer’s precision with a pilgrim’s curiosity. His long walks along the Via Francigena led him to Lunigiana, where he chose to settle and work as an environmental hiking guide. Drawing on his technical and managerial background, Riccardo has spent years designing and leading meaningful group journeys in Italy and abroad. Driven by curiosity and a deep respect for place, he believes travel is one of the most powerful ways to learn, connect, and share stories.

What others say about this adventure

4.60 (5 reviews)

Judith-Ann (Judy) B.

|May 2023

So much fun and an adventure every day. The hotel was comfortable with great staff.

Lynda C.

|May 2023

The adventure due to rain needed to change and once again Riccardo made this possible. Extraordinary!!

Lisa

I recently did the guided tour of the cinque terre. I don’t often provide feedback but this tour was amazing. You can’t go wrong when you have a back drop of the cinque terre but what made the tour was the very knowledgable guide Stefano. His knowledge of the Cinque Terre walks, history and nature was fantastic, he was always willing to answer our questions. It was great having an Italian guide, not only did we learn about the region but also Italian culture in general. The food and accommodation was also very good.

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Judith-Ann (Judy) B.

|May 2023

So much fun and an adventure every day. The hotel was comfortable with great staff.

Lynda C.

|May 2023

The adventure due to rain needed to change and once again Riccardo made this possible. Extraordinary!!

Lisa

Elaine R.

|September 2024

Hotel Argentina was very friendly and welcoming. The rooms were very clean however very basic with tiny bathrooms. The breakfasts and packed lunches were also quite basic however it was easy to buy fantastic food as we passed through villages along the way

Sanne S.

|May 2023

It was definitely an adventure. But i expected the level of endurance and the physical challenges to be a lot higher. This had to do with the group i was in. Ricardo tried to make it and adventure for all included. He did well!

Things to know

Included:
- - An experienced local hiking guide with extensive knowledge of the area
  - 7-day Cinque Terre hiking adventure (5 days of hiking)
  - Accommodation for 6 nights in a 4-star, seaside hotel in La Spezia (double occupancy)
  - 6 breakfasts
  - 5 picnic lunches
  - Cooking class (3 hours)
  - Wine tasting (1.5 hours)
  - Train passes
  - Entry to the national park
Add-ons:
- - Single occupancy room — available to add at checkout
Not included:
- - Getting to the starting point (La Spezia)
  - Dinners and beverages
  - Anything not mentioned in the “Included” section
  - Insurance — recommended, available to add at checkout
  - Guide gratuities — optional
This trip is suitable for most classic hikers with a moderate level of fitness. The daily walks are not long, with hiking distances generally ranging from about 2.5 to 8.5 miles (4–13.5 km) and manageable elevation changes. You’ll be walking around 5 hours a day.

Overall, it is a pretty easy itinerary, and the main challenge comes from a few short, steep sections typical of coastal paths in Cinque Terre. Over the years, these steeper parts have been reduced as much as possible, making this a very accessible route for anyone used to regular walking or light hiking.

There are many alternative paths in the area, and the guide is highly flexible, adapting each day to the level of the group. Because you stay every night in La Spezia, guests are free to skip an entire day if they wish. Once a walk has started, steeper sections cannot be bypassed, but overall the level remains very manageable.

For more hiking adventures in Italy, click here!
Here’s a list of the equipment you need to bring:
- - Day pack large enough to carry all the items listed (around a 25-40L bag)
  - Hiking poles — optional
  - Water bottle or hydration bladder (2L capacity)
  - Lightweight hiking boots or shoes
  - Comfortable hiking clothes
  - Clothing for the evenings
  - Spare clothes for layering
  - Waterproof rain jacket
  - Sunhat
  - Toiletries (sunscreen, hand sanitizer, bug spray, 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. You will stay in the same village for the whole week, so you only need to carry a daypack with you for the walks.

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Group sizes and pricing
- - For this Cinque Terre hiking adventure, the usual client-to-guide ratio is 11:1.
  - It takes a minimum of 5 people for this tour to operate. The maximum group size is set at 11 participants.
Cinque Terre hiking adventures 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.
The price for this Cinque Terre hiking tour is based on twin-share rooms, but a single occupancy room can be arranged at an additional fee. You can add it to your booking at checkout.
The starting point of your Cinque Terre hiking tour is La Spezia, a city right on the border of Liguria and Tuscany. To get there, most people fly into Pisa International Airport (PSA). From there, you can take a shuttle service, a train, or a bus to reach La Spezia—it takes 1 to 2 hours, depending on your chosen transport.

You will meet your guide in La Spezia on Day 1. Arrival day is all about settling into your hotel and discovering this vibrant town, preparing for the journey ahead.
We highly recommend that you cover all your bases with insurance. 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.
- If canceled within 48 hours of booking, a full refund will be issued.
- If canceled 60 or more days before departure, a 70% refund of the total trip price will be issued.
- If canceled within 59 days of departure, no refund will be issued.
- Booking fees are non-refundable after a 48 hours grace period.

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When you think of Central Italy, what is the first image that comes to your mind? Is it the sprawling vineyards of Tuscany, the fishing villages on the Italian Riviera, or the cobbled streets that skirt the Colosseum? Maybe all of them! But beyond the chianti and the chiaroscuro, this European jewel hides another face, one not covered by any ordinary wine tour or chic summer getaway. Here, in the cradle of the Roman Empire, you’ll find hikes fit for a Caesar! The serene trails of the Cinque Terre—a string of five historic seaside villages—hold enough rustic charm to turn peasants into poets. Beyond their idyllic landscape opens Garfagnana, a lush valley punctuated by hamlets and fortresses hidden under the marble peaks of the Apuan Alps. From rugged shoreline to dense forest; from ancient mule tracks to Roman vias—hiking in Italy is an unparalleled feast for the senses. In this one-hour session, local guide Stefano Lera shared a snippet of Italy’s age-old trails in four distinct but deeply connected Italian regions, and showed us what it’s like to follow in the footsteps of ancient legionaries. You know what they say: When in Rome… roam around!

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