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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...
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...
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...
Our guide, Kent Benson, was wonderful.
Our guide, Kent Benson, was wonderful. He was a wealth of information about...
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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For a person travelling alone for
For a person travelling alone for the first time, I had company and ...
I enjoyed the trip meeting new people
I enjoyed the trip meeting new people which I'll stay in touch w...
This was my first Intrepid trip I
This was my first Intrepid trip I wanted to take a trip with a low environmental footprint. This trip was a one-of-a-kind experience for my husband and me and we had...
An authentic experience on the whole with
An authentic experience on the whole with an itine...
I think it's a great way to
I think it's a great way to travel if you're short on time or if you're traveling alone. It is very convenient in a lot of ways and allows you to see a lot in a shor...
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Some of the accomodation we're not acceptable
Some of the accomodation we're not acceptable as we're a couple wh...
Brilliant options and experiences
Brilliant options and experiences
Intrepid is awesome. Great way to travel
Intrepid is awesome. Great way to travel because the hard stuff is done for you but you still get to have the holiday you want and the freedom to do only the things ...
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Stunning views of Cinque Terre & Portofino
Moneglia, a small seaside resort, was a great base for our walking holiday away from the crowds of the more popular villages of Cinque Terre. The Hotel Piccolo was...
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Ciquo Terre
Michela Wicks , is a great leader . Encouraging , up beat , Kind and Knowledgeable . Location of Hotel is good . Being able to climbe the mountain , from Monorolla...
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Walking Cinque Terre and Porofino
A very well organised trip and excellent guide who was always decisive and unruffled when there were changes forced on her by weather or authorities. The hotel in...
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Fantastic
Stunning scenery, great guide, very well organised. A lot of stunning and memorable sights but my favourite was stopping for Lunch at the Mintellect hilltop resta...
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Really enjoyed my first Exodus trip. The guided walks were well-organised and planned. The practical information provided was also helpful e.g suggestions of where...
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Wonderful scenery and walking plus great food and wine
This was a wonderful week. The scenery is magnificent and the Cinque Terre villages are as beautiful as i hoped, despite the crowds you can still appreciate the ...
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Walks of the Cinque Terre and Portofino
An excellent week in every way - sunny weather, wonderfully scenic walks along coastal paths, through forests and across high terraces and a good hotel base in Mon...
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What to Look For in Cinque Terre Tour Reviews
Most trip reviews tend to focus on some or all of these 5 key areas, not all of which may be relevant to you: the tour guide, travel company, service level, country or countries traveled in, and the trip itinerary. Remember, just because you see a 1 star review doesn’t necessarily mean that person disliked the country.
Visitors to Cinque Terre are looking for a wonder-filled trip of visiting cliffside towns, stunning views, and an abundant food culture.
Positive reviews highlight the tour guides for the guided tours of Cinque Terre and the surrounding area. Tour guides that went out of their way to provide food suggestions, give detailed historical accounts, and were approachable and personal made the tours unforgettable.
Visitors also enjoyed the guided wine and food tours of the region as Cinque Terre is known for its seafood and vast vineyards. Another favorite among travelers was when tours combined both day trips to the hotspots of Cinque Terre, but also cities outside of the five main villages, like Portofino.
The main thrill for most travelers to Cinque Terre are the trails that crisscross across the region. These trails wind their way through vineyards, next to sheer cliffs, and through the many olive trees that are scattered across the Parco Nazionale delle Cinque Terre.
Unfavorable reviews may come from the underestimation of walking that is involved when visiting Cinque Terre. The villages of Cinque Terre are built into the Ligurian coastline which features very rocky and steep terrain with many 200-meter ascents and descents. Travelers who are not used to hiking 7-8 miles a day may find the trails difficult.
Cinque Terre is one of the top destinations in all of Northern Italy. This means the cities will be busy during most of the year and the villages in Cinque Terre are small, which means the villages will be crowded. However, there is a reason these cities are at the top of many travelers Italian bucket lists, they are worth the crowds.
With Cinque Terre’s Mediterranean climate, the months between April and October will be very warm. It is best to remember to pack plenty of water and make sure you do some training before hiking the Cinque Terre Trails. Don’t underestimate Northern Italian weather, it can vary throughout the day so its best to bring layers with you when you are hiking.
With Cinque Terre being a popular tourist destination, the cost to visit will be higher than other areas in Italy. It is recommended to budget more for Cinque Terre because some of the meals can cost over 20 euros and most tour itineraries include free days that allow you to see attractions that are not included in your trip.
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