Hiking itineraries
– per private groups
– for touristic and wellness operators and administrations
An orientative “catalogue” of hiking itineraries of your choice. This site is constantly evolving and what you do not find yet, could be simply not yet written. So, contact me for any specific request you may have.
The itineraries are on demand of both privately organised groups or touristic and wellness operators and local administrations. They can be carried out either as single events or combined as agreed
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Hiking itineraries: general conditions
Booking
– for private groups: contact me, to agree the organisation; it is necessary to have a contact person for the whole group.
– for operators: booking modalities fro participants are flexible and will be defined by specific agreements between me and the operator.
Indicatively, the activity should be booked three weeks in advance. Shorter term bookings are possible in absence of other commitments.
Costs
Contact me for detail of costs, that vary in relation to place, number of participants and kind of itinerary (half day, whole day, multi day program). Single half day programs are generally possible only bin the Cinque Terre area.
Indicatively: half day (4 hours morning or afternoon): 150-180 Euros; whole day (7 hours): 220-250 Euros; costs for multi day programs are to be defined case by case, also in relation to transportation, food and accommodation needs. These costs only include guide service.
For efficacy reasons, maximum number of participants is: 20, for simple itineraries; 15 for average requirement itineraries; 10 for demanding itinerary; 6 for very demanding itineraries. There is no minimum number, within the above specified daily costs.
Payment
– for private groups: payment is in advance, at the moment of booking confirmation, for the whole group.
– for operators: payment modality to be defined by specific agreements
Technical information
For duration, effort, difficulties, best period and other, see the individual itineraries.
Hiking itinerary programs
Mount Porcile, volcanic rocks again, with sea view
Mount Porcile, volcanic rocks again, with sea view Mount Porcile is the more prominent of the volcanic mountains of the area, It has an ample and open summit, accessible from the two sends of the ridge, but with steep sides. It is an
Mount Tregin, a balcony over the sea of Sestri Levante
Mount Tregin, a balcony over the sea of Sestri Levante Mount Tegin cannot pass unobserved by curious hikers exploring the Ligurian east in the seek of new places. It is a huge block of volcanic rocks, well visible from the coastal area around
Mounts Verruga and Porcile
Mounts Verruga and Porcile Mounts Verruga and Porcile make a short ridge on the divide between the Graveglia and Vara valleys. The two mountains have unmistakable shapes, from wherever we see them, and generate and evocative and characteristic environment, of rocks of many
The Cinque Terre by train
The Cinque Terre by train The train service running along the Ligurian east coast allows plenty of possibilities, among the visit to all the Cinque Terre village is a classic. Starting early enough in the morning we can plan a train hopping, stopping
From Lavagna to Sestri Levante
From Lavagna to Sestri Levante This is an easy and very beautiful crossing. It can be a part of a longer itinerary, or a one day hike, returning by train. We start from Lavagna, a town with a small but interesting historical centre.
Sestri Levante and mount Capenardo
Sestri Levante and mount Capenardo Sestri Levante is one among the not-to-be-missed towns of the Ligurian coast, and an excellent starting point for very interesting hikes. The one to mount Capenardo is rather demanding, but very diverse and spectacular, a bit out of
Mount Verruga, volcanic fascinations, jaspers and brooms in bloom
Mount Verruga, volcanic fascinations, jaspers and brooms in bloom Here is another volcanic rock cliff, raising from the ridge to mount Porcile. Its summit has an elegant shape, with steep and rough sides, especially on the val Graveglia side, where it continues with
The vineyards of Volastra, from Manarola to Corniglia
The vineyards of Volastra, from Manarola to Corniglia This is a real classic, not to be missed, but to be carefully planned. Superb sights from high above the sea, among vineyards. The historical villages of Manarola, Volastra and Corniglia. The itinerary starts with
An introduction to the Cinque Terre
An introduction to the Cinque Terre You can consider this one as an "introductory pack", in the case you have never been to the Cinque Terre and want to get to know their highlights. It is not a single excursion, but a compilation
Groppi Rossi: volcanic stones, pastures, forests, for a nature immersion
Groppi Rossi: volcanic stones, pastures, forests, for a nature immersion The Groppi Rossi is a beautiful volcanic rock mountain, raising in a interesting area of meadows and forests, somewhat isolated and less beaten, although easily reachable. At the base of the Groppi lay
From Levanto to Monterosso
From Levanto to Monterosso Levanto is often referred to as the door to the Cinque Terre. It is a pleasant town, with a beautiful historical centre, deserving a visit, and a beach. The hike from Levanto to Monterosso is a classic pone, easy
Mount Rossola, between Levanto and Bonassola
Mount Rossola, between Levanto and Bonassola Mount Rossola is a real volcanic rock balcony, over the sea between Levanto and Bonassola. We can organise this itinerary in different way, upon choice. Let's start, as an example, from the Bonassola centre or railway station;
Two villages and two sanctuaries, between Monterosso and Vernazza
Two villages and two sanctuaries, between Monterosso and Vernazza Monterosso Vernazza Soviore Reggio: the two villages and sanctuaries of this further hike at the Cinque Terre. We start visiting the centre of Monterosso, then ascend by a steep but easy trail to the
Sestri Levante and punta Manara
Sestri Levante and punta Manara This is one among the most renowned and classic hikes of the area, that can however be shaped in different ways among which, indeed, we could choose. Generally, I propose it in the direction that allows to descend
The terraced valley of Manarola
The terraced valley of Manarola The rio Groppo valley, that ends into the sea passing through Manarola, is perhaps the most representative of the terraced vineyard environments of the Cinque Terre. This itinerary runs across the valley, including its goes all around the
From Riomaggiore to Portovenere
From Riomaggiore to Portovenere Here we are at the limits of the territory of the Cinque Terre, but the hike from Riomaggiore to Portovenere is very popular, and a very interesting one. We ascend from Riomaggiore to the Montenero sanctuary, with its panoramic