4-Hour Cinque Terre Hiking Tour with Volastra and Corniglia

The journey

Trip highlights

• 01 Explore Manarola, a charming Cinque Terre town with stunning views
• 02 Walk through the breathtaking vineyards of 5 Terre
• 03 Discover the ancient Roman village of Corniglia
• 04 Immerse yourself in the rich agricultural heritage of Corniglia

Hike high above the sea through stone terraces and old stone alleys, and be greeted by some of the most spectacular vineyards in Volastra and Corniglia. Take in unparalleled vistas of the rugged coastline of the Italian Riviera as you explore Manarola on this classic Cinque Terre walk.

Take in unparalleled vistas of the rugged coastline of the Italian Riviera as you explore Manarola on this classic Cinque Terre walk.

From the itinerary

At a glance

What this trip includes

Duration 4 Hours

Tour type Private

Activity level Moderate

Accommodation Not included

Transport Not included

Wheelchair access No

City Cinque Terre

Languages English

Day by day

The itinerary

1

Day 01

Classic Hike through Manarola, Volastra and Corniglia

• Meet your Cinque Terre tour guide and embark on this classic hike.

• Ascend to Manarola, the second-smallest of the famous Cinque Terre towns frequented by tourists, with a population of 353.

• On the way to Volastra, walk through the daring vineyards of 5 Terre that produce the white table wine and the dessert wine called Sciacchetrà.

• Descend to Corniglia, an ancient Roman village with a long and rich agricultural tradition. The village is surrounded on three sides by vineyards and terraces.

Return by train to the city, or continue to a destination of your choice.

The route

Where you'll travel

The fine print

Trip details

What's Included

• English-speaking Cinque Terre tour guide

What's Not Included

• Train tickets

• Bus ticket, if used

• Wine tasting, if you choose to do it (around 15-20 euros per person)

Know before you go

• This moderate hiking tour requires some experience walking along rough and steep trails.

• This tour can be done year-round; try to avoid peak tourist days, or organize an early morning option (extra charge of 20 euros). It can be very sunny in full summer.

• The tour can be done either as a half-day or full-day experience, with more complete visits of Corniglia, Manarola, and the surrounding area. The price ranges from 150 to 280 euros.

• The itinerary will be customized according to your preferences.

• A wine-tasting session can also be organized upon request.

• You can ask your Cinque Terre tour guide about other treks and tours around the area.

Logistics

Meeting & route

Meeting point

Cinque Terre, SP, Italy

Tour start

Cinque Terre, SP, Italy

Tour ends at the same location as the start point.