Explore the Charm of Cinque Terre: A 3-Day Coastal Italian Adventure

Day 1: Riomaggiore Exploration

Riomaggiore, Italy on April 18, 2025

8:00am

Breakfast at Il Porticciolo

Start your day with classic Italian pastries and rich espresso at this cozy café overlooking the harbor. Opens at 7:30am.
EUR10, 1h0m

9:30am

Riomaggiore Village Walk

Explore the colorful houses and narrow alleys of Riomaggiore, soaking in authentic Ligurian coastal vibes with panoramic sea views.
Free, 2h0m

11:30am

Via dell'Amore Hike

Walk the famous 'Lover's Lane' trail connecting Riomaggiore and Manarola, enjoying spectacular sea vistas along this short but iconic path.
EUR7, 1h0m

1:00pm

Lunch at Dau Cila

Savor Ligurian seafood specialties with fresh pesto pasta in this intimate restaurant near the harbor. Open 12pm–3pm.
EUR25, 1h0m

2:30pm

Boat Tour from Riomaggiore

Take a 1.5-hour boat tour along the Cinque Terre coast to admire the five villages from the sea.
EUR30, 1h30m

5:00pm

Relax at Marina di Riomaggiore

Enjoy a relaxing walk and chance to dip your feet in the water at this marina area.
Free, 1h0m

7:00pm

Dinner at Ristorante Miky

Indulge in gourmet Ligurian cuisine with fresh seafood and local wines in a refined setting. Open until 10pm.
EUR40, 1h30m
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Day 2: Manarola & Corniglia

Manarola and Corniglia, Italy on April 19, 2025

8:00am

Breakfast at Nessun Dorma

Enjoy fresh pastries and coffee with a stunning terrace view over the sea and Manarola village, opens at 7:30am.
EUR12, 1h0m

9:30am

Explore Manarola

Stroll the charming narrow lanes and visit the Church of San Lorenzo with panoramic views.
Free, 1h30m

11:00am

Hike Manarola to Corniglia (Sentiero Azzurro)

Take the scenic but moderately challenging 1.5-hour trail along the coastal Sentiero Azzurro path to Corniglia village.
EUR7, 1h30m

12:30pm

Lunch at L'Ancora della Tortilla

This cozy eatery in Corniglia offers local dishes and fresh seafood. Open 12pm–3pm.
EUR20, 1h0m

2:00pm

Visit Corniglia Viewpoints

Visit the Terrace of Santa Maria for breathtaking views of the coastline and sea.
Free, 1h0m

3:00pm

Train to Vernazza for evening

Take a short train ride to Vernazza (approx 10 minutes) to prepare for the next day.
EUR4, 0h20m

6:00pm

Dinner at Belforte

Set in a fortress overlooking the sea, enjoy fresh seafood and Ligurian flavors. Open 7pm–10pm, reservation recommended.
EUR45, 1h30m
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Day 3: Vernazza & Monterosso

Vernazza and Monterosso al Mare, Italy on April 20, 2025

7:30am

Breakfast at Bar Vernazza

Grab morning coffee and pastries by the small harbor. Opens at 7am.
EUR8, 0h45m

8:30am

Vernazza Village Tour

Explore the colorful streets, the Santa Margherita di Antiochia Church, and the small harbor area.
Free, 1h30m

10:00am

Hike Vernazza to Monterosso (Sentiero Azzurro)

Take the scenic 2-hour coastal trail to Monterosso al Mare with stunning views of cliffs and sea.
EUR7, 2h0m

12:30pm

Lunch at Ristorante Miky in Monterosso

Enjoy a fresh pesto pasta dish or seafood risotto in this acclaimed restaurant, open 12pm–3pm.
EUR35, 1h0m

2:00pm

Relax on Monterosso Beaches

Spend the afternoon sunbathing or swimming at Monterosso's sandy beaches, the largest on the Cinque Terre coast.
Free, 2h0m

4:30pm

Visit Monterosso Old Town

Wander through the medieval old town and visit the Church of San Giovanni Battista.
Free, 1h0m

6:00pm

Dinner at Ristorante Belvedere

Dine with spectacular sea views serving authentic Ligurian cuisine with fresh local ingredients. Open until 9pm.
EUR40, 1h30m
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