Italy remains one of the hottest travel destinations for the lovers of natural beauty. Out of the various places to visit in this naturally beautiful country, more and more people are discovering the magical beauty of the Cinque Terre or 'Five Lands'. It refers to the five villages forming the part of the Parco Nazionale delle Cinque Terre. Located just north of the Tuscan Border, these villages are only served by trains. Each of the five villages is a unique mix of Italian culture and nature. You can take a guided private tour to explore these coastal towns and know about their beauty and history.
A visit to Cinque Terre usually feature breathtaking tour of the five villages- Monterosso al Mare, Vernazza, Manarola, Riomaggiore, and Corniglia, which are relatively close together and are connected by ferry, trails and trains. You can also enjoy the landscape, colorful houses and ancient vineyards by boat or train. You should choose one of these villages as your base to stay and visit the others as it takes hardly takes three and twenty five minutes by train to travel between them. Here are certain things which you should consider before you plan a visit:
Season- The climate is mild all year long, but the best period to visit the place is from mid March to the end of June and September and October. Choosing the right season and time will help you enjoy the beauty of this coastal stretch made of mountains.
Advance Booking- You can find it difficult to book a hotel during the peak season in the five villages. If you wish to find a quality stay, it is important to book well in advance. You can also consider a stay in nearby villages like Levanto or Bonassola which are just 10 minutes by train.
Things to Do- Most people visit Cinque Terre to relax and enjoy nature. You can enjoy hiking among the terraced vineyards, wine and food tasting, take a guided tour and enjoy some cooking lessons.
Mode of Transportation- The best way to travel these villages is by train as most of these can't be reached by car. The distance between them is short and buying a train card will allow you unlimited travel in the area.
You should visit Cinque Terre to enjoy the villages, swimming, boat rides, natural surroundings and hiking. It is the best place to visit for nature lovers.
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