Foodie's Guide: 3-Day Itinerary from Cinque Terre to Porto Fino

1. Day 1: Explore the Best of Cinque Terre
   Starting from Montessoro, take the train and visit all five villages of Cinque Terre. Begin with Vernazza's picturesque harbour views, then ride up to the next stop at Corniglia for locally sourced seafood and homemade pasta. After some relaxing time, you'll head down to breathtaking Manarola for its delicious wines and charming cobbled streets. Next, stop in Riomaggiore to gorge on the area's best seafood snacks before taking the train to the last village, Monterosso. Explore the stunning scenery before stopping for dinner at a local spot for the region's food specialties.

   This day excursion should cover all five villages in Cinque Terre. Be ready to walk a lot, explore its cuisine and vineyards, as well as taking time to have some rest in the beaches, and take a dip in its clear waters.

2. Day 2: Admire the coast on a scenic drive to Porto Fino
   Take a scenic ride along the coast of Liguria and visit the charming village of Portofino. Stroll among high-end boutiques and take a tour of Castello Browning, stopping for coffee or lunch at an open-air café. Rent a boat to see the coastline of Portofino but if that's not on the list, a visit to the local San Giorgio church and lighthouse to catch amazing sunset views is also recommended.

   This day is all about relaxation, sightseeing, and taking in the Ligurian Coast scenery.

3. Day 3: Take a Charming Ride Back to Montessoro
   After breakfast, take a short walk to the Castello Doria in Rapallo. Gawk at its majestic architecture while enjoying the panoramic view of the town. Then take a train to Sestri Levante to explore its various attractions, including the iconic Baia delle Favole and Bay of Silence. Take the train back to Montessoro for a final night that includes some aperitivos and lively Italian hospitality.

   Your last day should be all about exploring the hidden gems of the area, experiencing different neighborhoods, and having an unhurried but memorable return trip.

Time and Costs Estimates

• Seafood breakfast in Vernazza (30 minutes, €10)
• Local seafood snacks in Riomaggiore (1 hour, €15)
• Dinner in Monterosso (2 hours, €40)
• Coffee in Portofino (1 hour, €5)
• Lunch at Castello Browning (2 hours, €50)
• Boat rental in Portofino (3 hours, €100)
• Entrance fee to Castello Doria in Rapallo (1 hour, €15)
• Sestri Levante attractions (4 hours, €60)
Total Estimated Costs: €295 per person

Useful Tips

If you want to reduce the costs, consider taking a packed lunch to one of the villages in Cinque Terre, add a day of exploring Genoa's Medieval town close to the area or an extra day trip to Santa Margherita Ligure, Rapallo and Chiavari. However, adding more time to your trip will allow you to see other notable places in the area like Lucca, the Marble Caves of Carrara or even Florence, but they will require extra travel time.