Cinque Terre Tours & Trips

35 Cinque Terre trips. Tours from 8 tour companies. 187 reviews. 4.8/5 avg rating.

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Highlights of Italy
By Intrepid Travel
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Why we love them
They're highly committed to sustainable tourism and contribute to crucial initiatives like climate action, focusing on local cultures and more.
4.5/5 Excellent
100+ reviews

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Lodging level
Basic - 2 star
Physical level
Easy

Highlights

  • Explore rocky coastal pathways and pastel-coloured villages with a Cinque Terre day pass, which allows you to hike at your leisure and use the coast's public transport.
  • Get lost in the floating city of Venice and wander the city's maze of alleyways, canals and lagoon islands, and choose whether to enjoy an optional gondola ride.
  • Discover the landmarks of Rome with your leader and wander aroundthe Spanish Steps,Trevi Fountain the Pantheon andPiazza Navona.
8 days$243 / day
Trip details
Small Group Tour
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Walks of the Cinque Terre and Portofino
By Exodus Adventure Travels
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Why we love them
With a wide range of trip styles, Exodus caters to every type of traveler out there- even those with specific interests from cycling to winter hiking.
4.7/5 Excellent
100+ reviews

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Lodging level
Standard - 3 star
Physical level
Moderate

Highlights

  • Take coastal and mountain paths through olive groves and vineyards
  • Explore the picturesque and colourful villages of Liguria and the Cinque Terre
  • Walk from village to village, through forests and spectacular terraced landscapes overlooking the sea
8 days$291 / day

Generous cancellation

Trip details
Small Group Tour
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Cinque Terre: Hike, Bike & Kayak
By Intrepid Travel
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Why we love them
They're highly committed to sustainable tourism and contribute to crucial initiatives like climate action, focusing on local cultures and more.
4.5/5 Excellent
100+ reviews

Health Safety +

Lodging level
Standard - 3 star
Physical level
Moderate

Highlights

  • Immerse yourself in colourful cliff-side houses and a coastal paradise that makes the Cinque Terre region of Italy one of the world's most romantic destinations.
  • Adventure through the area's most scenic trails on foot, including parts of the classic coastal route. Bike through gorgeous villages (the best way to cover ground) and take a kayaking trip on the sparkling Mediterranean Sea to a paradisiacal beach.
  • If you'd rather spend more time relaxing on the beach, there's some flexibility to take a train instead of hiking – with a local leader and somebody to organize everything for you, you can choose your own adventure!
8 days$278 / day
Trip details
Small Group Tour
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Walking in the Cinque Terre and Portofino
By Exodus Adventure Travels
premier
Why we love them
With a wide range of trip styles, Exodus caters to every type of traveler out there- even those with specific interests from cycling to winter hiking.
4.7/5 Excellent
100+ reviews

Health Safety +

Lodging level
Standard - 3 star
Physical level
Moderate

Highlights

  • Coastal and countryside walking amongst olive groves and vineyards
  • The chic town of Portofino
  • Boat trip to the UNESCO World Heritage Site of Palmaria Island
7 days$183 / day

Generous cancellation

Trip details
Self-Guided / Independent Tour
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Italy's Treasures Art, Food & Wine of Italy - 2024
By Collette
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Why we love them
With a history that spans back to 1918, they have unparalleled expertise in the guided tour industry and can cater to all types of travelers.
4.8/5 Excellent
100+ reviews
Lodging level
Premium - 4 star
Physical level
Moderate

Highlights

  • Journey by boat to Isola dei Pescatori for a lovely welcome dinner.
  • Taste authentic Italian gelato from an award-winning ice cream parlor in San Gimignano.
  • Learn the art behind Tuscan cuisine during a hands-on cooking lesson.
12 days$354 / day
Trip details
Group Tour
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Barcelona to Rome
By Intrepid Travel
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Why we love them
They're highly committed to sustainable tourism and contribute to crucial initiatives like climate action, focusing on local cultures and more.
4.5/5 Excellent
100+ reviews

Health Safety +

Lodging level
Standard - 3 star
Physical level
Easy

Highlights

  • Spend your free time in Barcelona visiting Gaudi's modern basilica, La Sagrada Familia – a Gothic masterpiece that embodies the city’s artistic and progressive heart.
  • Hike in the majestic Spanish Pyrenees mountains, revelling in the fresh air, panoramic views and an exhilarating sense of freedom.
  • Explore the idyllic Provencal landscapes of southern France and gain an understanding as to why this part of the world is so adored by artists.
15 days$362 / day
Trip details
Small Group Tour
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Cinque Terre Reviews & Ratings

4.8/5  Excellent
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trekleaderdave

Sep 2016

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Italy - All the Highlights!

I had been on a couple Intrepid trips and I had been to Italy a couple of times... however this was the best time that I've had on either. Really a great group with...

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Sylvia

Oct 2015

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The trip was very well planned and

The trip was very well planned and organized. I could not have seen or done as nearly as much on my own. Our leader Kent Benson was excellent. He kept us on trac...

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Lynne

Oct 2015

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Our guide, Kent Benson, was wonderful.

Our guide, Kent Benson, was wonderful. He was a wealth of information about...

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Thi

Oct 2015

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This Highlights of Italy trip was our

This Highlights of Italy trip was our third trip with Intrepid. Our Italy trip did not disappoint. The combination of locations, tour guide and experiences were fant...

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narelle

Oct 2015

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the group was too big. in

the group was too big. in busy rail stations it was easy to get left behind

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Additional details

Where is Cinque Terre?

Cinque Terre is the area surrounding five villages in the Liguria region of Northern Italy. Hugging the rugged coastline, Cinque Terre sits between the two historic cities of Genoa and Pisa.

For Cinque Terre-only tours, visitors will generally start their journey in Pisa before making their way to Cinque Terre. If you are on a Northern Italian tour, your starting city may be Pisa or Rome.

Many may overestimate the size of Cinque Terre. While it is one of the most famous regions in Italy, it is actually very small. The entire region takes up less than 20 sq miles and it takes only 6 hours to walk the length of the Cinque Terre Trail from Riomaggiore in the south to Monterosso in the north.

Who Will Like Traveling to Cinque Terre?

Cinque Terre is the perfect destination for hikers and active travelers. With multiple trails traversing along the rugged terrain of the Parco Nazionale delle Cinque Terre, hikers will enjoy an activity-filled holiday.

Photographers of all skill levels will fall in love with the picturesque views of Cinque Terre. There are countless locations on the trails and in the cities of Cinque Terre to capture the delicately-colored buildings and cliffs.

As with many other Italian regions, Cinque Terre is very popular for food and wine lovers. The national park around the five villages is dotted with olive trees and countless acres of vineyards. Additionally, seafood lovers will enjoy one of the most famous dishes of Cinque Terre, anchovies.

What Should You Wear for Touring Cinque Terre

The most important item to include in your packing list for Cinque Terre are good hiking shoes. These can be either traditional hiking boots or comfortable tennis shoes, but they should be reliable. There is a great deal of walking in Cinque Terre and some of the walks can be strenuous and very steep.

It is also important to pack comfortable clothes to wear while hiking or touring. However, for dinners out in the villages, it is recommended to include dressier clothes in your packing list.

Cinque Terre has a traditional Mediterranean climate with very warm weather from May to October. Packing multiple layers for weather changes and lightweight clothes is highly suggested. Additionally, sunglasses and hats for the hikes are a must.

A note about what type of luggage to bring. Cinque Terre’s landscape is very rugged and many of the streets are steep or include stairs. Taking a large backpack or a lightweight suitcase is recommended to make traversing around Cinque Terre easier.

What Kind of Italy Tours include Cinque Terre?

Cinque Terre guided tours are typically included in three types of Italy tours:

First, Cinque Terre is a destination in many Northern Italy tours that also feature stops in Pisa, Genoa, Tuscany, and Venice. Second, tours of the top attractions of Italy also include a day or two in Cinque Terre. These tours include stops at the top destinations of Rome, Milan, and Assisi.

Finally, there are also Cinque Terre-only tours. These tours are usually only 8 days in length and are focused around hiking the trails and the cuisine of Cinque Terre.

Cinque Terre Trails and Trail Cards

The villages of Cinque Terre are included in the Parco Nazionale delle Cinque Terre. The park is 9,500 acres of olive trees, vineyards, and cliffs, in addition to the 74 miles of trails. The trails were once the original paths that connected the villages and are now used today as a way to see the Cinque Terre landscape.

The park has designated paths between each of the villages and additional tracks throughout the park. You can hire a guide to take you on each trail, or you can walk the paths yourself.

To help maintain the trails and parks, tourists do have to pay to walk the paths. It is recommended to buy a Cinque Terre Trail card. This card covers admittance for all of the trails, including Via dell’ Amore (“Lovers’ Lane).

There are two cards you can buy: the Trekking Card and the Treno MS Card. The Trekking Card not only includes admittance to the trails, but also the bus system for the region.

The Treno MS Card includes the paths and other park admittance, but also includes the trains that connect the villages. This would be especially helpful when visiting Corniglia because to reach the village you have to take the train.

Both cards can be purchased through the park’s website or upon arrival. Some of the tours may include in their price access to the trails, but it is recommended to check before booking.

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