Description
Immerse yourself in a unique journey through nature and culture from Corniglia to Manarola. Discover the natural and cultural wonders of the Cinque Terre with our hiking and tasting tour, in the heart of the Cinque Terre National Park.
Starting from Corniglia, the highest of the Cinque Terre villages and the true heart of this region, we will have the opportunity to explore the terraces adorned with orchards, olive trees, and vineyards that have so effectively shaped the collective imagination of this UNESCO World Heritage site—a special place where centuries of human labor and resilient Mediterranean nature have intertwined and blurred into one, making them indistinguishable today.
Accompanied by our certified hiking guide, we will slowly explore paths that, nestled between vineyards perched on cliffs above the sea and lush forests of holm oaks and mastic trees, will lead us to Manarola through Volastra. Along the way, we’ll uncover the many stories that characterize this small yet distinctive slice of Italy.
Following the “outdoor for good” philosophy, central to Outdoor Portofino’s mission, every outdoor recreational activity, if carried out responsibly, can make a difference in preserving the nature it passes through. Our narrative of the explored territory aims to take you off the beaten track of traditional tourism, immersing you in an approach to the Cinque Terre that is more attentive to its environmental and social issues, while also emphasizing the positive impact tourists can have by consciously embracing this philosophy. We aim to empower the visitor to protect and enhance the nature they are discovering.
To enrich this experience of mindful tourism with a more sensory and less verbal aspect, we will also take a short break for an aperitif in the village of Volastra, which will precede the final descent to Manarola. Here, surrounded by a timeless Mediterranean atmosphere, we will have the chance to leisurely taste a local wine under the Triple A label (Agricoltori – Artigiani – Artisti), an Italian certification that guarantees the quality and naturalness of the wine offered, as well as its low environmental and social impact due to sustainable production methods.
From Corniglia to Manarola, passing through Volastra: join us in exploring these spectacular coastal views of the Cinque Terre, and embrace the philosophy of slow, mindful tourism that is regenerative for both the individual and the environment.
Who will accompany you on this adventure?
Our guides offer a complete hiking experience, combining technical expertise and a passion for the Cinque Terre with a commitment to preserving its cultural landscape. Along panoramic trails, they will enrich your experience with environmental interpretations and historical tales, while promoting sustainable tourism practices and citizen science tools—meaning the involvement of ordinary people in scientific research to create a positive impact on the environment they explore.
The guides who will accompany you share a responsible approach to environmental exploration, turning each hike into a holistic adventure for mind, body, and soul. In this way, we guarantee memorable experiences that respect and celebrate the beauty and diversity of the Cinque Terre’s cultural landscape.
- briefing
- local expert guide
- natural wine and local products tasting
- Hiking shoes
- Proper clothing for trekking
- Water bottle (minimum 2 liters)
- Snacks
- Sunscreen
- Sunglasses
- Windproof and waterproof jacket
- Backpack
- We also suggest taking: spare t-shirt, hat with visor, vitamin supplements
Cinque Terre National Park
Medieval villages and modern infrastructures, traditional orchards and lush Mediterranean scrub, spectacular geological layers and hidden caves, turquoise waters and imposing sea stacks… the Cinque Terre, along with the islands of Palmaria, Tino, and Tinetto, are all this and much more, but above all, they are a cultural landscape declared a UNESCO World Heritage Site in 1997.
The Cinque Terre National Park and Marine Protected Area, along with the local inhabitants who still care for the terraces, gardens, and workshops, today represent one of the best-preserved traditional landscapes on the Italian coast
Info
- Duration: 3h30-5h depending on the pace of the group
- Departure time: 9:45
- Distance: 5km
- Total elevation gain: 654 meters (294 meters positive and 360 meters negative; the highest point is at 376 meters above sea level, the lowest at 16 meters above sea level)
- Difficulty: T – tourist (according to the CAI scale); or, trained beginner (the hike is uphill only during the first hour, then it continues on a nearly flat path until the final descent, which begins about half an hour from the village of Manarola).
- Meeting point: outside the restaurant ‘La Posada’ (via Stazione 11, 19018, Corniglia – SP), at the end of the staircase starting from the Corniglia station
- Arrival point: historic center and viewpoint of Manarola (a stone’s throw from the Manarola train station)
- Participants: groups of minimum 3, maximum 15
- Age: 10+, (in general, the tour is suitable for anyone, as long as able to tolerate heat and fatigue)
- Language: Ita – Eng
- What to bring: shoes with sculpted soles (preferably for hiking), at least 2 liters of water, sunscreen, sunglasses, windbreaker
- What we also suggest to bring: spare t-shirt, hat with visor, vitamin supplements
Highlights
Meeting Point
How to reach us
The meeting point with the hiking guide who will accompany you is outside the restaurant ‘La Posada’ (via Stazione 11, near Corniglia – SP): at the end of the staircase that starts right at the Corniglia train station, you will arrive directly in front of the restaurant.
The end of the hike is instead expected in the village of Manarola, from where it will be possible to take a train to continue traveling independently within the Park.
