Visitors flock to this part of northwest Italy, chasing their own version of la dolce vita, the sweet life. And they come to hike.

On Country Walkers’ private seven-day Cinque Terre circuit, families follow the Italian Riviera, hiking between hillside fishing villages and paddling beneath the cliffs that line the Ligurian Sea.

I really enjoyed the tour, and I look forward to returning for a weekend getaway to explore the hiking trails. We’re sharing everything you need to know to plan the perfect trip to Cinque Terre ...

Also known as the "Blue Trail", it's the most popular hike in the area, connecting Cinque Terre's five villages while offering views of the Mediterranean Sea below the Ligurian cliffside.

Visitors like to hike Cinque Terre's leafy crags; Via dell'Amour is a popular (and well-paved!) walk that connects Manarola with Riomaggiore. The trail with the best ocean views is from Vernazza ...

The months between November and February are considered low season in Cinque Terre, when temperatures range from daytime lows in the 30s to highs in the 50s. Some hiking paths, restaurants and ...

EXCLUSIVE: For me, travelling in March is all about visiting the places that see the most crowds in the summer.