CINQUE TERRE TRAVEL GUIDE

Things to do in Cinque Terre

Discover the five colorful villages, scenic coastal trails, fresh seafood and hidden coves of Italy's most iconic Riviera.

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Get to Know Manarola on a Cinque Terre Day Trip from Florence

Get to Know Manarola on a Cinque Terre Day Trip from Florence

August 2020 6 min read

Florence is located within easy access of so many wonderful places to explore. It’s the very reason...

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A 2022 Bucket List Destination: Cinque Terre

A 2022 Bucket List Destination: Cinque Terre

August 2020 6 min read

If you’re a fan of beautiful coastal walks, traditional Italian cuisine, and delicious fine wines th...

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5 Best Places to Go in Italy in 2022: The Cinque Terre

5 Best Places to Go in Italy in 2022: The Cinque Terre

January 2020 9 min read

If you’re looking for the best places to go in Italy, a visit to the Cinque Terre should definitely...

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Cinque Terre Travel Guide: Visit Mesmerising Monterosso

Cinque Terre Travel Guide: Visit Mesmerising Monterosso

November 2019 6 min read

If you have seen a picture or postcard of Cinque Terre before, you probably had to pinch yourself wh...

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Cinque Terre Travel Guide: Visit Vibrant Vernazza

Cinque Terre Travel Guide: Visit Vibrant Vernazza

November 2019 10 min read

For many people, the Cinque Terre is the ultimate Italian destination. Magical views, wonderful hiki...

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Guest Post: Hiking the Cinque Terre with Walkabout Florence

Guest Post: Hiking the Cinque Terre with Walkabout Florence

November 2019 12 min read

Although it may come as a surprise to anyone who knows me (and my love of food over exercise), the C...

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Hiking Adventures: A Cinque Terre Day Trip from Florence

Hiking Adventures: A Cinque Terre Day Trip from Florence

September 2019 5 min read

If you’re up for a challenge on your next holiday to Italy, our Cinque Terre Hiking Day Trip from Fl...

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A Survey of Cinque Terre Beaches

A Survey of Cinque Terre Beaches

August 2019 7 min read

Usually by this time of the year many people are planning, if not setting off on, their annual holid...

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Via dell’Amore: Cinque Terre’s Iconic Pathway

Via dell’Amore: Cinque Terre’s Iconic Pathway

August 2019 8 min read

Here at Walkabout Florence we’re constantly asked what’s our favourite part of Italy. Naturally, bei...

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Only if you choose the tour option with the Cinque Terre Hike! The hiking part of the tour for people of above average fitness who enjoy trail walking. Although we do not cover long distances, there are many steps, steep slopes and the walk can be strenuous at times, especially in the heat of the summer. We are unable to accept anyone with walking difficulties or wheelchair users.

Please dress appropriately for the day. Suitable walking shoes are essential and remember to bring something waterproof in case of rain. The summer months can be very hot; a hat, sunglasses, sunblock, a water bottle and comfortable clothes are highly recommended. If you want to take a refreshing swim in the sea during your free time make sure you remember to bring swimmers and a towel with you! Don't forget your camera!

You MUST have suitable walking shoes if you have chosen the hiking tour option; sneakers with closed toe shoes with non slip soles are acceptable. Flip-flops, sandals or high heels are not suitable!

The ride to the Cinque Terre is about two hours.

The tour is designed as a one day tour starting from Florence. Unfortunately, with last minute changes in timings and itinerary due to traffic or train delays, or unexpected path closures due to maintenance work it is not possible to have you join us along the way.

If you would like to stay over in the Cinque Terre area, you will be able to bring your luggage with you on the coach, where it can remain all day (locked up in the hold underneath). Then you can collect your luggage from our driver at the end of the tour when the rest of the group returns to Florence.

We offer a full refund to any cancellation up to 24 hours before the departure time of the tour.

It is always a good idea to book in advance in order to avoid the disappointment of the tour being fully booked.
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