France
Best of the classic walks around the Mont Blanc
8 days from
2790 €
Self-guided
Hiking
lvl. 2
Comfort
Mon Roadbook App
Hotel 4 star
Day-hikes
Réf : E68W
Hiking : a relatively accessible activity, hiking offers the opportunity to explore a country or a region up close, on foot, and to meet and mingle with the locals. On a traverse or loop, whatever your skill level, embark on one of our through-hikes to immerse yourself in the natural wonders of the great outdoors.
Level 2: An average of 4 to 5 hours of hiking per day on a well-marked hilly path or trail.
Level 3: An average of 4 to 5 hours of hiking per day on well-marked trails and/or 600 to 800 meters of vertical gain, and/or distances up to 15 kilometers.Level 4: An average of 6 hours of hiking per day on well-marked trails or off trail, and/or 700 to 1000 meters of vertical gain, and/or distances of 15 to 18 kilometers.
Level 5: An average of more than 6 hours of hiking per day off trail or on rugged terrain, with more than 1000 meters of vertical gain (and/or distances up to 20 kilometers). Possibly sections at high altitude.
Level 6: An average of more than 7 to 8 hours of strenuous hiking per day off trail or on rugged terrain, with more than 1000 meters of vertical gain and/or distances up to 20 kilometers. Possibly sections at high altitude.
Mon Roadbook app: designed for the self-guided trips, "Mon
Roadbook" travel assistant guides you throughout your journey via a
mobile application to download on your smartphone.
Prices indicated are calculated based on a limited number of seats available or for a departure in over 2 months from today. Once all prereserved seats are filled, or for reservations with a departure in less than 2 months, we might have to acquire seats for a higher price (depending on availability at the moment the reservation is made), which might result in the application of a supplement that increases the closer we are to the departure date.
Our trip
Scenic villages with terraced gardens.
Wellness and spa at a high-end hotel.
Depending on the season, the possibility of a boat excursion to enjoy the views from the sea.
Accommodations are centrally placed in the most accessible village of Cinque Terre: the train helps make sure each day's walk is a reasonable distance.
"Mon Roadbook" app is available for this trip.
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Colorful lively villages perched high above the sea. Magnificent walks among the olive trees and vineyards throughout a UNESCO World Heritage site: Monterosso, Vernazza, Corniglia, Manarola, Riomaggiore, as well as Portovenere and Portofino! In addition to these natural beauties, take full advantage of your high-end accommodations that include spacious rooms, wellness center, and a swimming pool that offers the ultimate way to relax after a long day.
Your choice of lodging + Meals
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Itinerary
Level 2: An average of 4 to 5 hours of hiking per day on a well-marked hilly path or trail.
Hiking : a relatively accessible activity, hiking offers the opportunity to explore a country or a region up close, on foot, and to meet and mingle with the locals. On a traverse or loop, whatever your skill level, embark on one of our through-hikes to immerse yourself in the natural wonders of the great outdoors.
Mon Roadbook app: designed for the self-guided trips, "Mon
Roadbook" travel assistant guides you throughout your journey via a
mobile application to download on your smartphone.Duration : 6 days
Luggage transfers : Only your day pack
Lodging : Hotel
Guiding : Self guided
Group : Minimum 2 persons
Season : From mid-March to the end of November
Day by day
Day 1
Welcome to Levanto
Lodging : hotel.
Meals not included.
Welcome to Levanto, the gateway to Cinque Terre. Check into the
accommodations where you will be based throughout your stay. After check in, enjoy the spa and pool facilities.
Day 2
Monterosso - Vernazza - Corniglia
Distance : 9 km (5.5 mi) -
Ascent : 600 m (1968 ft). Descent : 600 m (1968 ft).
4 hrs of hiking.
Lodging : hotel. Included meals : breakfast. Meals not included : lunch, dinner.
Lodging : hotel. Included meals : breakfast. Meals not included : lunch, dinner.
After breakfast, join the train station to Monterosso, the first village in the Cinque Terre. Visit the medieval village, discover the church and chapels, and enjoy a cappuccino on the terrace!
The path to Vernazza is very pleasant but can be steep, with lots of steps. The route first ends in Vernazza. You can have lunch in the village, in the restaurant or in the central square near the picturesque church.
In the afternoon continue to Corniglia, by foot. It will take about 1.30 hrs. From Corniglia you must descend a monumental staircase : the train station is 360 steps further down.
Retun to Levanto by train. Time to relax at the hôtel by the pool or even in your beautiful room with balcony.
Day 3
Riomaggiore - Manarola - Volastra - Corniglia
Distance : 7 km (4.5 mi) -
Ascent : 650 m (2132 ft). Descent : 650 m (2132 ft).
4,5 hrs of hiking.
Lodging : hotel. Included meals : breakfast. Meals not included : lunch, dinner.
Lodging : hotel. Included meals : breakfast. Meals not included : lunch, dinner.
Still at the heart of Cinque Terre, you discover the villages of Corniglia, Manarola and Riomaggiore.
Departure on foot from Riomaggiore, accessible by train. Visit this isolated village. Return by train to Manarola. Then bus to the hilltop village of Volastra (550m/1,805ft). You can also walk up to Volastra. This hamlet is ideal for a picnic break, either in a bar or in the church square if you have your packed lunch.
In the afternoon, a flat stretch through vineyards and then a descent through the forest to Corniglia. You already know the way to the train!
Day 4
Portofino Peninsula
Distance : 12 km (7.5 mi) -
Ascent : 600 m (1968 ft). Descent : 600 m (1968 ft).
5,5 hrs of hiking.
Lodging : hotel. Included meals : breakfast. Meals not included : lunch, dinner.
Lodging : hotel. Included meals : breakfast. Meals not included : lunch, dinner.
After taking the train, the day's walk takes you from Santa Margherita to Portofino, which sits along the waterfront of a beautiful crescent-shaped harbor. Enjoy walking along a beautiful balcony trail with wonderful views, shade among the local pines, and other flowery sights and smells.
Day 5
Riomaggiore - Portovenere
Distance : 6 km (4 mi) -
Ascent : 100 m (328 ft). Descent : 100 m (328 ft).
3 hrs of hiking.
Lodging : hotel. Included meals : breakfast. Meals not included : lunch, dinner.
Lodging : hotel. Included meals : breakfast. Meals not included : lunch, dinner.
Portovenere is not strictly speaking in the Cinqueterre region, but its location and the beauty of the site make it well worth a visit. You'll need to take the train to La Spezzia and then a scheduled bus! On site, a visit to the village can be accompanied by a visit to the island of Palmaria. The return to Levanto is by boat, a magnificent crossing that offers another view of the villages.
Day 6
Levanto
Included meals : breakfast. Meals not included : lunch, dinner.
Your stay ends after breakfast, but according to the time you have and your wishes, you can choose one of the walks we offer.
NB : no boat in March and November
The active times are given as an indication and may vary depending on several elements (eg. weather conditions, terrain, etc.). Transfer times may also vary depending on road and traffic conditions. If necessary (eg: weather conditions, decision of local authorities, etc.), we may also be required to adapt the program for the smooth running of your trip and in the interest of the participants.
Pricing
Pricing
The price includes / does not include
The price includes
— 5 nights in a 4-star hotel (local rating system), in a double bedroom with balcony or loggia.
— Breakfast buffet from day 2 to day 6.
— Access to the wellness center.
— A guidebook and a Italian map sent at the first hotel (1 per 2 to 4 persons).
— Free outdoor parking at the hotel for the duration of your stay.
The price does not include
— Transportation to the meeting point at the start of the trip and from the point
where the trip officially ends.
— Insurance
for trip cancellation/interruption, lost/stolen baggage, or assistance.
— For
reservations made less than 15 days before the start, all additional fees for
priority processing.
— An additional information pack (€40).
— Anything
that is not specified in the "included in the price" list.
Other expenses
— Lunches, dinners, drinks, and personal expenses.
— the train tickets.
— The optional access pass for local trains and access to park trails (€7.5 to €33 / person / day depending on the period).
— The sea ferry trip from Portovenere to Levanto (€22 in 2024).
— Local occupancy taxes (about €6 per person for the entire stay, to pay there).
Currencies
France and Italy are part of the Euro zone. You may find ATMs easily in the main cities and towns.
Better to have cash in the most remote areas to purchase extras (ex.: for drinks). Huts do not always accept credit cards.
Better to have cash in the most remote areas to purchase extras (ex.: for drinks). Huts do not always accept credit cards.