• All accommodation as described
• On site welcome and assistance
• All train transfers included in the program
• Self-guided information pack containing your map and route notes

• Travel insurance
• Travel to and from Corniglia
• Additional trains outside those listed in the program
• Cinque Terre National Park Fees
• Boat ride from Portovenere
• Tourist taxes
• Visas (if applicable)
• Meals
• Personal equipment
• Any additional activities/excursions indicated as optional

The Five villages of the Cinque Terre are famed for their colourful Cliffside buildings and the airy coastal paths which connect them. These fantastic balcony paths are certainly a highlight for those visiting the region, however due to the paths wild coastal nature the local park authority monitor path conditions regularly and may close paths for maintenance following wet weather and/ or during exceptionally busy periods to ensure that you remain safe and enjoy your time in this magnificent region.

We provide you with a selection of alternative routes should the paths be closed during your holiday and it is always possible to opt to use the coastal train as an alternative way to experience the villages. For the most up to date information on the coastal path please visit www.parconazionale5terre.it/Esentieri-outdoor.php

Each self-guided holiday comes with comprehensive route notes and a map or pocket guidebook of the area you are exploring. The route notes contain information about the places you will visit, about the local transport you might need, along with the detailed route notes for your daily walks or cycle rides. We even include some tips for the best places to stop for lunch.

You can expect to receive your Self-Guided Pack containing your route notes, a map or guidebook and all your relevant documents no later than 3 weeks before your holiday start date. We will send your documents using signed for courier so that you can track your package and know that they are safely on their way to you. For bookings of more than 4 people we will send an additional Self-Guided Pack. If you do not need this additional pack please inform our sales team. Your pack will be sent to the lead booker so please remind them to pack it before you set off.

Should your self-guided trip be part of a longer adventure requiring you to leave home more than three weeks before your holiday start date, please do inform our sales team so that we can make alternative delivery arrangements.

Our Self-Guided Holidays are perfect for your next family holiday and are suitable for children of all ages.

Our partner hotels and accommodations are able to provide cots for young children, and some offer family rooms. We can also arrange hire of children’s bikes and tag along bikes for our self-guided cycling trips and with trips such as Lake Constance and the Danube offering routes on designated cycle paths you can rest assured in keeping your family safe.

As a parent we trust that you know your own child’s capabilities, please read the itinerary details to ensure the distances covered each day are suitable for your family. If this is a first time walking holiday for your family, a centre based trip is a fantastic option as it allows you to easily opt out of a days walking if a day of building sand castles, swimming in the pool or visiting museums is calling.

Please discuss this further with our sales team who will be happy to assist in picking the best trip for your family.

This trip starts and ends at your apartment in Corniglia. All of our self-guided holidays are sold on a land only basis allowing you the flexibility to choose the travel method which best suits you. The nearest airport for this trip is Pisa Airport with many departures from regional UK airports.

The rail network in this part of Italy is extremely good and if you are flying into Pisa this this is the best way to get to your apartment. From Pisa airport you can take a regular direct bus to Pisa Centrale train station, the journey takes approx. 5-10min. The train journey from Pisa Centrale to Corniglia takes approx. 1 and half to 2 hours with one change at La Spezia Centrale. The train service is regular and tickets can be booked in advance at www.lefrecce.it

Water is drinkable from the taps on this holiday. Please fill your personal bottles for your day in the morning. We do not encourage the purchasing of single use plastic bottles.

Part of the experience of any visit to Italy is the opportunity to taste the wonderful cuisine. Liguria is known for its simple flavours especially the world famous Pesto alla Genovese! The surrounding hills are dotted with pine trees which provide the all-important pine nuts used in Ligurian dishes. The region is known for its hearty and rustic country flavours with the warm Mediterranean air creating excellent conditions for olives, grapes, corn, herbs, garlic, potatoes, onions and artichokes. Seafood in the region is a highlight with many restaurants serving the days fresh catch, not to mention the delicious cones of fresh calamari which are served as a fast food snack in the villages. Yummy!

As in the whole of Italy, pasta is a constitution and pesto is on most menus, often served with fidelini a local pasta cut, long and thin or trenette a flat, thin pasta similar to linguine. Gnocchi also plentiful and is delicious. No meal in Italy is complete without a pleasant wine to wash it down and Italian wine is excellent! Italy is also famous for its aperitifs, from chilled prosecco to Campari, Vermouth and Cinzano all served over ice. Don't forget the zesty local Limoncello produced in the region which is particularly delicious over ice cream!

Whilst we can cater for vegetarians, albeit sometimes with a more limited choice, we cannot always provide special diets.  Due to the nature of some of the trips that we operate and the countries in which we operate them, it can be very hard (and sometimes impossible) to cater for a wide range of dietary choices and you may have to supplement your diet with food/snacks from home.  If you have specific dietary requirements please do speak to our sales team and they will be able to advise you whether or not we will be able to offer your specific choice.  Please note that we are unable to provide separate menus and cannot accept liability for any problems arising from special dietary requirements or intolerances.

We have specially designed this trip on a self- catering basis, allowing you the opportunity to enjoy the many welcoming cafes and restaurants in Corniglia and along your walks. You will stay in a simple apartment in the heart of Corniglia amongst the prominent four storey houses. The apartments are situated in one of these converted town houses and the owners, local wine producers from the village, look forward to welcoming you to your apartment and providing you with top tips for your stay.

Basing yourself in the middle of the five villages allows you to easily access the paths and villages and truly submerge yourself in the Ligurian way of life. The apartments are fully equipped with all you need for a weeks holiday including WIFI for sharing those all important holiday snaps with your friends and family at home.

We can offer you three styles of apartment, subject to availability, to suit your group size and requirements:

A studio apartment perfect for individuals and couples.

Studio Duplex consisting of one separate bedroom and a living/kitchen area with a sofa bed perfect for families or up to 3 adults.

For families of 4, or group of 4 adults travelling together we can arrange two studio apartments on the same floor.

Since 2001 the Cinque Terre National Park has charged walkers to use the paths in order to continue their maintenance and conservation. The pass known as the ‘Cinque Terre Card’ costs €7.50 for an adult ticket per day and can be purchased at the welcome centres of the Cinque Terre National park or alternatively you can purchase it online before you travel from https://card.parconazionale5terre.it/ 

The card states the users full name and may be asked to be seen by an inspector along with your proof of identity.

For this holiday you should take one piece of luggage and a daypack. Luggage with wheels is useful for this holiday. For international flights please check your baggage allowance with your airline.