Day 1Arrival Cinque Terre and Monterosso al Mare

Arrival at the hotel in the town of Monterosso al Mare. This town is one of the 5 villages of Cinque Terre. Here you will stay during your entire stay.
Lunch and dinner on your own (not included).
This trip is private. Enter the password to gain access.

Hiking
Italy
NB: This is a booked trip, and therefore only for specifically invited guests.
Everyone should experience walking in the fantastic mountains and enjoying the spectacular views in Cinque Terre! This beautiful area on the Italian Riviera is famous for its five car-free villages clinging to the hillsides between Genoa and La Spezia. Here you get fantastic mountain hikes, unforgettable views and authentic Italian charm – entirely at your own pace!
Cinque Terre means “the five towns” (pronounced *cheen-kweh teh-rreh*) and consists of Monterosso al Mare, Vernazza, Corniglia, Manarola and Riomaggiore. Five lovely ‘Cardamom Towns’ along the coast between Genoa and La Spezia. Cliffs, grapevines, gelato, colorful houses, cappuccino, small beaches, and lovely small restaurants in every town. Simply beautiful!!
The area is perhaps best known for the paths between the towns, which is a popular hike for people of all ages and from all corners of the world. Some of the stages are a bit steep at the beginning, but there are great paths with steps where needed. The paths connecting the five towns are considered some of Europe's most beautiful – an experience that delights most people. And don't forget the breaks along the way – a cappuccino and a ‘gelato’ in each town is a must.
Easy navigation between the towns means a map is not necessary. You can easily hike to all 5 towns in one single day if you wish. There are trains and boats running between all the towns if you prefer to only visit a couple of towns per day.
It is difficult to choose just one favorite among these 5 beautiful car-free ‘Cardamom Towns’ that cling to the hillsides in this beautiful area: Monterosso – Vernazza – Corniglia – Manarola – Riomaggiore.
The 5 unique, charming 'Cardamom towns' of Cinque Terre
The break in each of the unique 'Cardamom towns' - we recommend Gelato & Cappuccino
Dinner at the restaurant in the mountains above Monterosso
The beautiful landscape, surrounded by sea and vineyards
The fantastic seafood restaurants
The beautiful national park - and the magical views
Tour leader Anne Grethe is with you throughout the trip and facilitates great, active days

Anne Grethe is a tour leader with Expa Travel, with extensive experience in mountains, outdoor life, and leadership. She inspires participants towards activity and mastery – whether the trip goes to the Dolomites, Jotunheimen, or the Spanish mountains.
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