Cinque Terre Walking Park: hikes and tours from August 17 to 24, 2026
The Cinque Terre Walking Park offers a new week of hikes and tours from August 17 to 24, 2026. The calendar includes guided tours, trekking, e-bike tours and nature activities.
These events let you discover the villages, landscapes, culture and biodiversity of the Cinque Terre. Some activities take place at sunset. Others follow scenic trails through the National Park.
The programme includes easy tours and more challenging hiking routes. Therefore, always check the difficulty level before joining an activity.
Cinque Terre Walking Park programme from August 17 to 24
The week includes seven different activities. Each excursion has its own theme and difficulty level.
Monday, August 17 – Sunset tour between Manarola and Riomaggiore
Sunset tour – Centuries-old traditions, history and culture
The first event explores Manarola and Riomaggiore. The guide introduces the history, art and traditions of both villages.
Travel between the villages takes place by train. No hiking trails are included. Therefore, the tour is easy and suitable for everyone.
- Date: Monday, August 17, 2026
- Time: 5:30 pm
- Meeting point: Manarola, Cinque Terre Point – Train Station
- Duration: about 3 hours
- Difficulty: Easy, suitable for everyone
- Route: Manarola – Riomaggiore
- Theme: traditions, history and culture
Comfortable clothing and sports shoes are recommended.
Wednesday, August 19 – Snorkelling in the Marine Protected Area
World Photography Day – Discovering the seabed of Punta Corone
The programme continues with an activity dedicated to the sea of the Cinque Terre. The event is organised with the Park’s CEAS environmental education centre.
Participants can discover the biodiversity of the Marine Protected Area. The activity offers a closer look at the local marine ecosystem.
- Date: Wednesday, August 19, 2026
- Time: 9:00 am
- Meeting point: Monterosso, Cinque Terre Point – Train Station
- Duration: about 3 hours
- Difficulty: Participants must be able to swim
- Activity: Snorkelling
- Area: Punta Corone, Marine Protected Area
The activity is limited to a maximum of 9 participants.
Thursday, August 20 – Between myth and history
Tour of Vernazza and Monterosso
The Cinque Terre Walking Park also offers a tour dedicated to Vernazza and Monterosso. The guide explains the origins, history and features of both villages.
The tour also highlights their differences. At the same time, it explores the links between the two destinations.
Travel between the villages takes place by train. No hiking trails are included.
- Date: Thursday, August 20, 2026
- Time: 10:00 am
- Meeting point: Vernazza, Cinque Terre Point – Train Station
- Duration: about 3 hours
- Difficulty: Easy, suitable for everyone
- Route: Vernazza – Monterosso
- Theme: myth and history
Comfortable clothing and sports shoes are recommended.
Friday, August 21 – Among olive and lemon trees
Trekking Monterosso – Missanega Farm – Monterosso
This hike starts along the Fegina seafront in Monterosso. The route follows trail 509 for about 30 minutes.
The itinerary then continues towards Missanega Farm. Here, participants can visit the estate.
A tasting of local products is also available. The tasting is optional and must be paid separately.
- Date: Friday, August 21, 2026
- Time: 9:00 am
- Meeting point: Monterosso, Cinque Terre Point – Train Station
- Duration: about 3 hours
- Difficulty: E – Hiking
- Route: Monterosso – Missanega – Monterosso
- Theme: olive trees, lemon trees and local products
The route requires good physical fitness. Suitable hiking shoes are mandatory.
Saturday, August 22 – E-bike tour at sunset
Cycling around the Park at sunset
The programme also includes an e-bike experience between Levanto, Legnaro and Monterosso. The tour combines nature, panoramic views and cycling.
The guide accompanies the group along the route. Several scenic stops are planned, including a short break in Monterosso.
During the stop, participants can enjoy a local wine tasting. The tasting is optional and must be paid separately.
- Date: Saturday, August 22, 2026
- Time: 5:15 pm
- Meeting point: Levanto, Cinque Terre Info Point – Train Station
- Duration: about 3 hours
- Difficulty: E – Hiking
- Route: Levanto – Legnaro – Monterosso – Levanto
- Distance: 24 km
- Elevation gain: about 700 metres
- Maximum participants: 7 people
- Minimum age: 14 years
The e-bike, helmet and a bottle of water are included. Good physical fitness is required.
Sunday, August 23 – Discovering the Mediterranean maquis
SVA Trekking from Corniglia to Vernazza
The August 23 hike follows the SVA trail between Corniglia and Vernazza. The route crosses the typical Mediterranean vegetation of the Cinque Terre.
The hike starts at the Lardarina staircase. Its 377 steps lead towards the village of Corniglia.
The trail then passes vineyards, olive groves, agaves and prickly pears. Along the way, several viewpoints offer spectacular coastal views.
Finally, a downhill section leads to Vernazza and its historic village centre.
- Date: Sunday, August 23, 2026
- Time: 9:00 am
- Meeting point: Corniglia, Cinque Terre Info Point – Train Station
- Total duration: about 3 hours
- Walking time: about 1 hour and 40 minutes
- Difficulty: EE – Experienced hikers
- Distance: 4.137 km
- Elevation gain: 269 metres
- Trail: 592-3 (SVA)
- Arrival: Vernazza
The route requires good physical preparation. Suitable hiking shoes are essential.
Monday, August 24 – Sunset tour between Riomaggiore and Manarola
Sunset tour – Centuries-old traditions, history and culture
The final event of the week explores Riomaggiore and Manarola.
The guide introduces the history, art and traditions of both villages. Travel between the two locations takes place by train.
No hiking trails are included. Therefore, the tour is easy and suitable for everyone.
- Date: Monday, August 24, 2026
- Time: 5:30 pm
- Meeting point: Riomaggiore, Cinque Terre Point – Train Station
- Duration: about 3 hours
- Difficulty: Easy, suitable for everyone
- Route: Riomaggiore – Manarola
- Theme: traditions, history and culture
Comfortable clothing and sports shoes are recommended.
Information
Guided excursions cost €10 per person. They are free for Cinque Terre Card holders when specified by the programme.
Please also remember:
- hiking shoes are mandatory for hiking routes;
- listed tastings are optional and require an additional payment;
- tours may change because of bad weather;
- e-bike activities require suitable sports clothing and footwear;
- participants must be able to swim for the snorkelling activity;
- some activities have a maximum number of participants.
For more demanding activities, consider your fitness level before booking.
Which Cinque Terre Walking Park experience should you choose?
The programme offers very different experiences.
If you enjoy history and culture, choose one of the guided village tours. If you love nature, there are scenic hikes and Mediterranean maquis trails.
For sea lovers, snorkelling offers a different perspective on the National Park. Cycling enthusiasts can choose the sunset e-bike tour.
You can therefore select the experience that best matches your interests and fitness level.
Discover the Cinque Terre step by step
The Cinque Terre Walking Park is a great way to discover the local area. Each activity combines landscape, culture, nature and local traditions.
Check the programme and choose the tour that suits you best. Before leaving, always check the meeting point, time and difficulty level.
Experience the Cinque Terre with a guide and discover this unique landscape step by step.
