1 day

By train

About this activity

Meet up with a “meet-and-greet” local host at Rome Termini railway station
Meet your tour leader at La Spezia Railway Station
Reach by local train Monterosso, Vernazza and Riomaggiore
Take the ferry from Vernazza to Manarola admiring Corniglia from the sea
Explore the maze of alleys and multi-coloured houses and delve in the Romantic Atmosphere of Cinque Terre
Relax knowing that your travel logistics are prearranged
Groups are limited to 25 people making sure you receive proper attentionWith the help of our greeter, board your high-speed train to reach La Spezia (approx: 3 hours). Meet your guide and reach our first top by local train, Monterosso, the largest of the five coastal villages. Located on hills cultivated with vines and olives, it’s famous for its amazing beach (the only extensive sand beach in the Cinque Terre), beautiful reefs and the sea’s crystal clear waters. It is dominated by the ruins of the castle and characterized by typical narrow medieval streets with multi-coloured terraced houses. At the local market you’ll have the chance to taste some of the most delicious typical foods of the Ligurian Riviera. The next stop will be the small fishing village Vernazza, probably the most characteristic of the Cinque Terre and is classified as one of the most beautiful villages in Italy. There you’ll take a the ferry that will let you admire Corniglia, located in the middle of the Cinque Terre and lays on 100 meters above sea level. Arrive by boat to Manarola, built on a high rock 70 metres above sea level, one of the most charming and romantic of the Cinque Terre villages. The tiny harbor features a boat ramp, picturesque colorful houses facing the sea, a tiny piazza with seafood restaurants and cafés. Afterwards you’ll take the train to reach our last stop, Riomaggiore, the most southern village of the Cinque Terre. At the end of the tour board your high speed train back to Rome.

GETAWAY FOR A DAY: CINQUE TERRE EXCURSION FROM ROME BY HIGH-SPEED TRAIN

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