Guided hike in the heart of Cinque Terre

Guided hike in the heart of Cinque Terre

Active tours, guided by geologists, archaeologists and natural Scientists, to discover nature, landscapes, history and traditions of Italy, off the typical tourist routes.

We combine active experiences such as Hiking, Mountain Biking, Canoeing and cultural Experiences connected with typical Food, Wine and History.

We meet at Corniglia, the smallest and highest on the Cinque Terre and without any access to the sea, Corniglia is surrounded on three sides by vineyards and terracing, this ancient village has a long standing agricultural tradition, therefore the architecture is more rural style than coastal. The path we take climbs through a beautiful pine forest to the hamlet of Volastra where we are rewarded with splendid panoramas over the coast. Our trail on a balcony foot path then winds through the vineyards then down to the charming village of Manarola. Built on a high rock only 70m above the sea, this beautiful port is known as the most charming of the Cinque Terre.

Itinerary
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Stop At: Borgo Storico di Corniglia, Corniglia Italy

The smallest and highest on the Cinque Terre and without any access to the sea, Corniglia is perched on a small cape 100m above the ocean and is connected by footpaths only. Surrounded on three sides by vineyards and terracing, this ancient village has a long standing agricultural tradition, therefore the architecture is more rural style then coastal.

Duration: 30 minutes

Stop At: Borgo Storico di Manarola, Manarola Italy

Manarola may be the oldest of the towns in the Cinque Terre, with the cornerstone of the church, San Lorenzo, dating from 1338.

Duration: 30 minutes

Stop At: Cinque Terre Trails, Riomaggiore to Monterroso Italy

The Cinque Terre area is a popular tourist destination. Over the centuries, people have built terraces on the rugged, steep landscape right up to the cliffs that overlook the sea. Paths, trains and boats connect the villages and cars cannot reach them from the outside.

Duration: 4 hours