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Cinque Terre
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Cinque Terre

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Cinque Terre is located on the Riviera Ligure and consists of five fishing villages built on cliffs: Monterosso al Mare, Vernazza, Corniglia, Manarola, and Riomaggiore. Travel between the villages is mainly by coastal railway, ferry, and hiking trails, which has helped preserve the old appearance of the fishing villages: red, yellow, orange, and pink houses are stacked layer by layer along the steep slopes, extending all the way to the rocks by the sea. Each of the five villages has its own highlights: Monterosso al Mare is nestled in a bay and features a rare, expansive sandy beach in this area, perfect for swimming; Vernazza embraces a natural small harbor, and looking down from the Ruins of Doria Tower on the heights behind the village, the entire bay is in full view; Corniglia is the only village of the five that is not directly on the sea, sitting alone on a cliff top about 100m high; the colorful houses of Manarola are embedded in dark rocks, and at dusk, the village and the sea in the same frame make for a classic photo opportunity; Riomaggiore is located at the southern end of the five villages, with its main street sloping down to a harbor filled with small boats. The hillsides also hide another aspect of this coastline: over hundreds of years, ancestors built extensive dry-stone walls on the steep slopes and created layers of terraces to grow grapes, turning the cliffs into arable land. The sweet wine Sciacchetrà, made from air-dried grapes, is produced in small quantities and is a representative local sweet wine; paired with Monterosso al Mare anchovies, Genoese-style pesto, and focaccia, it makes for an authentic Ligurian seafood meal. The classic coastal hiking route connecting the villages offers an overlook of the entire colorful coastline from above the cliffs.Monterosso Al Mare · 3.5 km from Vernazza

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Genoa Highlights Audio Tour: Historic Architectural Splendor
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Vernazza:Golden Hour Sunset with local wine
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Vernazza: Relaxing Morning Snorkeling and Cinque Terre Views
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Cinque Terre: Pesto Making Class with Wine and Food Tasting
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Vernazza - Cinque Terre: Sunset Boat Tour with Aperitivo
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From La Spezia: Lerici, Portovenere&Islands - Lunch on board
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Monterosso: Cinque Terre Day or Sunset Boat Tour & Aperitif
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From Monterosso: Boat tour of the Cinque Terre
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Genoa Old Town Food Tour
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Riomaggiore: Pasta & Tiramisu Class in a Local Home by Cesarine
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Tuscany Experience: Pisa, Siena, San Gimignano & Wine Tasting
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Pisa: Ultimate Food Tour with Full Tuscan Meal with a Local
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Genoa Small-Group Food Tour with Full Meal & Local Food Expert
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水漫三楼October 3, 2026
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Cinque Terre, located on the Italian coast in the province of La Spezia, Liguria, is a collective name for five cliffside villages: Monterosso al Mare, Vernazza, Corniglia, Manarola, and Riomaggiore. In 1997, Cinque Terre, along with Portovenere, the Palmaria Islands, Tino, and Tinetto, were nominated for UNESCO World Heritage status, and in 1999, they were designated a national park. Many tourists choose to hike among these five villages to experience the beauty of the Italian countryside. For those who prefer a less strenuous experience, shorter hiking trails or train journeys are available. Alternatively, one can stay in a guesthouse for a while, focusing solely on the charm of the fishing villages.

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翱翔的大鲨鱼September 14, 2020
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The scenery here is beautiful. The small houses on the cliff face the sea. Bougainvillea blooms in spring and the sea water is warm in summer. It is a place that photography enthusiasts like to go to, because you can capture beautiful scenery with just a casual shot here.

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是行者无疆December 20, 2022
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I have been to many places in Italy, including big cities such as the fashion capital Milan, the historical city Rome, the water city Venice, and the cultural treasure Florence, but my favorite is Cinque Terre. It seems that here, you can really experience the life of the locals and enjoy life comfortably.

Parco Nazionale delle Cinque Terre

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suifeng2019May 30, 2020
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The Via dei Fiori is the shortest and easiest section of the Cinque Terre trail, about one kilometer long. The road is carved out of a cliff not too high from the ground, with cliffs on one side and waves on the other, and the surrounding guardrails are hung with love locks.

Via dell' Amore

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小思文April 18, 2020
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Part of the core area of ​​​​Cinque Terre, this place is really a masterpiece. It is built on a cliff and has very good facilities. Corniglia also has railway transportation. Many Italians have holiday houses here.

Corniglia

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亲亲宝贝1234January 25, 2020
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This is the fifth village of the Cinque Terre. In fact, the third, fourth and fifth villages all get off at the same stop, but they just go in different directions. You must make sure you know before you go, so as not to go the wrong way. Compared with the first and second villages, this place is not as famous. Generally speaking, it is a village with a beach. You can't go to the sea in winter, and most of the shops on the beach are closed, only one or two are open. I had a cup of espresso. I rested for a while and then left. As a result, the train was delayed and I waited for half an hour. There was a car out of the village.

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Don't miss these attractions in Vernazza: Cinque Terre, Riomaggiore, and Parco Nazionale delle Cinque Terre. If you like Culture & history, try 1-day tour of Cinque Terre | Visit the colorful fishing villages, optional Pisa Tower visit. If you enjoy Day tours, try Vernazza:Golden Hour Sunset with local wine.

You can give Genoa Old Town Food Tour and Aquarium of Genoa: Entry Ticket + Street Food Tasting a try. Before you go, please check their opening hours and menus online. Reservations are recommended, especially during peak hours.

When choosing a tour, start with how much time you have and the kind of experience you're looking for. Trending options right now include Vernazza:Golden Hour Sunset with local wine, Vernazza: Relaxing Morning Snorkeling and Cinque Terre Views, and Cinque Terre: Pesto Making Class with Wine and Food Tasting. Check the real-time availability and itinerary before you book.

As of November 4, 2026, the reference price for day tours and activities in Vernazza is around USD 69.12 – USD 159.5. Rates vary by duration, group size, transport, tickets, meals, and any special admission requirements. Before you book, please confirm the billing currency and whether the price is quoted per person or per group.

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