Rome Trip Overview
After a lovely fast train ride (about 4 hours) through Umbria and Tuscany and along the Thyrrenian Sea you will arrive in La Spezia where together with your tour escort, you will catch the train to reach the last village of Cinque Terre: Monterosso. visiting Monterosso, you will continue your tour using the ferry boat which will stop in the other tiny villages, Manarola, Riomaggiore, Corniglia, Vernazza going back to La Spezia.You will be also able to stop in Portovenere. not only from its pristine waters, but from its natural environment, where wild nature is scattered with vineyards, olive plantation and citrus orchards, creating a precious bond between man. Sea! The breathtaking views of harbors far below, the wild but hospitable coastline along with the medieval fortresses and plentiful vines and vibrant colors, make this a memorable holiday.
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Duration: 12 to 14 hours
Starts: Rome, Italy
Trip Category: Cultural & Theme Tours >> Cultural Tours
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What to Expect When Visiting Rome, Lazio, Italy
After a lovely fast train ride (about 4 hours) through Umbria and Tuscany and along the Thyrrenian Sea you will arrive in La Spezia where together with your tour escort, you will catch the train to reach the last village of Cinque Terre: Monterosso. visiting Monterosso, you will continue your tour using the ferry boat which will stop in the other tiny villages, Manarola, Riomaggiore, Corniglia, Vernazza going back to La Spezia.You will be also able to stop in Portovenere. not only from its pristine waters, but from its natural environment, where wild nature is scattered with vineyards, olive plantation and citrus orchards, creating a precious bond between man. Sea! The breathtaking views of harbors far below, the wild but hospitable coastline along with the medieval fortresses and plentiful vines and vibrant colors, make this a memorable holiday.
Itinerary
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Stop At: Biblioteca Civica, Piazza Giuseppe Garibaldi, 17, 19016 Monterosso al Mare SP, Italy
“Rubra” used to be the ancient Latin name of the hills at sunset. “… Rocky and austere village, refuge for fishermen and farmers”, as the Nobel Price Eugenio Montale described the village of Monteroaao, summer retreat of his family. The “carruggi” are a setting for lively lemon trees.
Duration: 30 minutes
Stop At: 19018 Vernazza Italy
The web of “carruggi” (narrow lanes) and steep stairways converges into the main square overlooking the sea. This is the center of the village, where stands the church dedicated to Saint Margaret of Antioch (1318) with its foundations in the sea.
Duration: 30 minutes
Stop At: View Point Corniglia, Via Fieschi 226, 19018 Corniglia Italy
In ancient times, the village was extended to the southward, but the strong slumps were two of the landslides of the hill. This is a long cliff, connected with the village by 365 steps. This village was built around the XI century and still preserves its charm.
Duration: 30 minutes
Stop At: Borgo Storico di Manarola, Manarola Italy
(Dead souls temple) Its name almost certainly derives from “Manium Arula”. The harbor is formed by a terraced promenade. Above the hills, you’ll find the vines of the Cinque Terre, a dry white wine, rough like the sea.
Duration: 30 minutes
Stop At: Borgo Storico di Riomaggiore, Riomaggiore Italy
A jewel of the Cinque Terre, this village was founded at the end of the 12th century. Along the charming road to the “Marina” you will find the typical colored houses, which seem to be cling to one another.
Duration: 30 minutes
