FOOTPATHS AND FLAVOURS OF

Enjoy villages of the , and whilst staying on the coast on this charming walking holiday to

Walk between the pretty towns and villages of UNESCO Cinque Terre Take a boat trip to Isola from the Italian gem of Porto Venere Explore , Monterosso, , and Travel by train through a stunning landscape and enjoy Portofino HOLIDAY CODE IWW

Italy, Trek & Walk, 8 Days

7 nights hotel, 7 breakfasts, 3 lunches, 3 dinners, max group size: 14, 6 days walking and sightseeing, max altitude - 512 metres 

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Introduction

Located on one of Italy’s most beautiful coastlines, the charming region of Liguria is nestled between the Alps, Apennines and the . This pretty area is home to the UNESCO World Heritage site of Cinque Terre, a beautiful national park of rolling hills, fairy-tale towns and villages, bustling harbours and and excellent cuisine! Staying in the coastal town of on the Riviera di Levante, we’ll explore Liguria with a series of easy walks and train journeys to villages accessible only by sea, rail or foot! We start by walking through fragrant pine trees to the village of Portofino with its pastel coloured houses and vibrant harbour. Next we explore the picture- postcard Cinque Terre or “Five Earths” - Vernazza, Monterosso, Corniglia, Manarola and Riomaggiore. These exquisite villages are architectural treasures offering a rich kaleidoscope of colour as they cling to the coast in an almost fairy-tale setting.

After the Cinque Terre we’ll hike along the spectacular Punta Baffe before walking from Levanto’s castle to pretty . Finally we take a boat trip to the UNESCO-designated island of Palmaria and stroll through Portovenere. Situated on the “Gulf of Poets,” Portovenere was home to and the English romantic poet, Shelley. Alongside daily walks there will be time for relaxing with “,” chilled Limoncino or a strong cappuccino with almond biscotti. Picnic lunches include local ingredients, whilst incldued evening meals are taken in the excellent hotel restaurant which is family-run and specialises in Ligurian dishes. If you’re looking for a walking holiday on one of Italy’s most beautiful coasts with easy walks, tasty food and train journeys through a beautiful region, then this is the perfect choice.

Looking For A Two Week Holiday?

Fancy the ultimate Italian walking and food experience? For a complete centre-based Italian experience, why not combine our Footpaths and Flavours of Liguria with our one week Walking Wild Many of our dates work back to back and with both holidays beginning and ending at Pisa Airport it really couldn't be simpler.

Is this holiday for you?

This holiday is centre-based with a series of days walks designed to explore the best of the area. The majority of places we visit are only accessible by boat, rail or on foot therefore part of the holiday experience will be using the wonderful rail network that covers the region. Each day we will walk between 3 and 5 hours with daily ascents of 250m – 600m. Walking conditions underfoot are good as we follow tracks and trails, coastal paths and sections of public footpaths. There are no technical sections on the walks however a couple of the days have some small areas of exposure on narrow “balcony” paths that hug the coastline. As this holiday is centre-based you can choose to opt in or out of each day’s walking, making it an ideal choice for anyone who may want to walk but also have a day relaxing or visiting Genova. Each day there will be time for sightseeing and you’ll only need to carry a small day pack. This walking holiday is suitable for regular weekend hikers.

Holiday Itinerary

Day 1: Meet at the group hotel in Moneglia. A single transfer from Pisa Airport is provided.

The group will meet at Pisa Airport in the middle of the afternoon. A single timed airport transfer (1.5 hr) is included to your accommodation in Moneglia which is situated in the heart of the Riviera de Lavante on the coast. Our accommodation is a mere 50m or few minutes walk from the sea and family run with a small bar where a pre- dinner drink can be enjoyed. It's only a short walk to the train station, local shops and local cafes. Each evening dinner will be taken in the hotel's traditional restaurant which specialises in Ligurian dishes. Surrounded by sandy beaches and steep cliffs which are covered in pine trees and lush scrub, Moneglia is known as the "Gem of Liguria"

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Day 2: Train journey to picturesque Vernazza and hike to Monterosso.

Today we start with a short train journey (30mins) to the small of Vernazza located in the region of . As one of five towns that make up the Cinque Terre, and with no roads, Vernazza is one of the truest fishing villages on the . Described as one of the most beautiful villages in Italy, the absence of traffic gives the place a really special feel. The tiny port is surrounded by colourful buildings, a medieval castle and a charming piazza lined with restaurants and bars. The village is surrounded by steeply terraced olive groves which are famed for producing the finest olive oil in the country. From here we will walk along a beautiful panoramic footpath, which in areas offers breathtaking views of Vernazza. The peaceful trail meanders through areas of olive trees and cultivated fields before entering the town of Monterosso. The largest of the villages that make up the Cinque Terre, Monterosso is surrounded by beautiful reefs and crystal clear waters and the whole town seems to embrace you in Italian hospitality on arrival! With only 1500 inhabitants, the town is the oldest of the Cinque Terre with a rich assortment of architecture including the Church of St John the Baptist, a chapel, monastery and the newly designed statue of Neptune. The town is split into two and is a wonderful place to find a street café and people watch or stroll along the longest beach of the Cinque Terre. Later in the afternoon we'll take the train back to Moneglia, where after freshening up we'll re-group for dinner ACCOMMODATION  ASCENT 850M  DISTANCE 9KM GPS DATA VIEW  HOTEL  NOW

 MEALS B  DESCENT 725M TIME 6 HOURS  WALKING HOURS

Day 3: Explore Corniglia, Manarola and Riomaggiore.

After breakfast we take the train (40 mins) to Corniglia and from here we start our walk to Manarola. The smallest and highest on the Cinque Terre and without any access to the sea, Corniglia is perched on a small cape 100m above the ocean and is connected by footpaths only. Surrounded on three sides by vineyards and terracing, this ancient Roman village has a long standing agricultural tradition, therefore the architecture is more rural style then coastal. The path we take climbs through a beautiful pine forest to the hamlet of Volastra where we are rewarded with splendid panoramas over the coast. Our trail on a balcony foot path then winds through the vineyards then down to the charming village of Manarola. Built on a high rock only 70m above the sea, this beautiful port is known as the most charming of the Cinque Terre. Complete with a tiny harbour, picturesque multi-coloured houses, a tiny piazza and steep narrow alleys Manarola is the perfect place for a rest. Along the way we'll have close up views of the wonderful narrow terraces where grapes are grown to produce the famous Sciacchetrà sweet wine. From Manarola we'll take the train to Riomaggiore the most southern village of the Cinque Terre, famed for its colourful slate roofs. After exploring the village we take the train back (40 mins) to Moneglia. ACCOMMODATION  ASCENT 175M  DISTANCE 4KM GPS DATA VIEW  HOTEL  NOW

 MEALS B  DESCENT 450M TIME 3 HOURS  WALKING HOURS

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Day 4: Explore , and beautiful Portofino.

After breakfast we leave the hotel and take our first train journey (1hr) to Camogli on the Peninsula of Portofino. This pretty village lies at the base of hills dotted with pine trees and after leaving the train we'll start walking towards the hamlet of San Roco. The trail is a mixture of forest paths, which are soft to walk on alongside areas which are slightly rocky underfoot. As we walk we'll see bunkers from World War II before we arrive in San Fruttuoso with its beautiful catholic church. Tucked away in a beautiful bay, the hamlet can only be reached by sea or on foot. As we continue to Portofino we pass under pine trees and the native plant of the Mediterranean the "arbutus" tree. This rugged vegetation is at its most beautiful when clinging to cliffs and crags overlooking the ocean. Living up to 500 years, the Arbutus tree can survive on the harshest of climates and is perfectly at home in the dryer climate of the Mediterranean Coast. The highlight of our walk today is the fishing village of Portofino. On arrival in Portofino there will be time to explore and enjoy a leisurely lunch. Portofino has a kaleidoscope of pastel colours which surround the pretty harbour and although the town now attracts luxury yachts, it is a truly picture postcard location with meandering streets and town piazzas. A lovely place to admire the view is from the Church of St George up on the hill. With its cool and plain interior the church has a number of benches nearby to sit and there are great photo opportunities back over the harbour from here. A 10 minute walk at the top of the town is (entrance 5 Euro). Purchased for 7,000 lire in 1867 by Montague Yeats-Brown, then English consul in , the fort was turned into a beautiful villa and now the gardens are exquisite. A Mediterranean floral masterpiece of flowers, lush gardens of roses and pergolas, the Castelle is well worth a visit with its gothic windows. After exploring Portofino we'll take the bus to Santa Margherita Ligure and have time to stroll through the village before we return by train (50mins) to Moneglia. ACCOMMODATION  ASCENT 325M  DISTANCE 4KM GPS DATA VIEW  HOTEL  NOW

 MEALS BLD  DESCENT 325M TIME 4 HOURS  WALKING HOURS

Day 5: Beautiful day walking and exploring Riva Trigoso and .

Today we'll enjoy an easier day of walking a short train journey from Moneglia. After a relaxed breakfast we take the trains (5mins) to Riva Trigoso. Lying south east of Sestri Levante, Riva Trigoso consists of two contrasting areas, the centre of Trigaso which is located slightly higher than Riva, which sits by the sea. The names of Riva and Trigoso were combined for the first time in 1874 when the railway line was opened. Since then they have slowly crept into local vocabulary and the name has remained. We'll start by gradually ascending on the trail to the viewpoint of Punta Manara nestled in the heart of Mediterranean vegetation. This lovely area sitting at the end of a promontory and was listed as an area of environmental protection since 1977. Along the trail there are glimpses of the beautiful coast and a rich variety of Mediterranean flora including holm oak, maquis shrub, the flowering arbutus, heather and small areas of evergreen cork oak. After enjoying this lovely area we'll walk towards the charming Bay of Silence which brings us to gem of Sestri Levante, one of the loveliest towns on the Riviera. With its pastel coloured houses, pretty harbour and sliver of land connecting it to the mainland, the town is picture- postcard perfect and a lovely place to explore. Originally a medieval fortified island, the Gualino Castle sits amongst a host of beautiful buildings including Palazzo Cambiaso, Galleria Rizzi, the ruins of Oratory of Santa Caterina and the charming chapel of San Nicolo in Isola. The old town is a wonderful place to enjoy a gelato or a refreshing glass of wine. ACCOMMODATION  ASCENT 275M  DISTANCE 6KM GPS DATA VIEW  HOTEL  NOW

 MEALS BL  DESCENT 275M TIME 6 HOURS  WALKING HOURS

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Day 6: Explore Levanto and its castle then hike along forest trails to pretty Monterosso.

Today we'll discover the beautiful north coast of Liguria starting with a train journey to Levanto. This charming small town sits on the coastline and is a lovely place to wander before we start our hike. There are a number of colourful villas, piazzas and churches to explore plus a long promenade before we take a stone staircase up to the castle which dates back to the 12th century. From here we join a panoramic trail which passes vineyards, olive trees and fruit trees of plum and fig. The path is good underfoot with some undulating sections along the way but mainly we'll be descending during the hike. As we leave the cultivated areas and houses we'll gradually enter shady sections of Mediterranean scrub and pine. At the end of the forest sections we join a path which is stony underfoot but not technical or difficult and brings us to Punta Mesco. This viewpoint offers panoramic views over the five villages of Monterosso, Vernazza, Corniglia, Manarola and Riomaggiore where we have walked during the week. We then start our final descent to Monterosso "the red village" which we'll have time to explore before taking the train back to Moneglia. ACCOMMODATION  ASCENT 325M  DISTANCE 6KM GPS DATA VIEW  HOTEL  NOW

 MEALS BL  DESCENT 50M TIME 5 HOURS  WALKING HOURS

Day 7: Boat trip to Isola Palmaria and explore the Italian jewel of Porto Venere

After breakfast we take the bus (1.5 hours) to the beautiful village of Porto Venere known in Italian as "Venus Harbour." In the , Porto Venere was added to the UNESCO World Heritage site list in 1997 and is the gateway to Isola Palmaria. Perched on the Gulf of Poets, due to its connections with Bryon, Lawrence and the Shelly, the town is famed for its pretty seven and eight story pastel painted houses which are the perfect back drop to the harbour. On the headland, a sign points out Byron's cave, the Grotta Byron, where the poet composed The Corsair. Sadly all that is left is a pile of rocks, but when Byron was at Porto Venere one of his achievements was to swim across the gulf to visit his friends, the Shelleys in ! There will be time to wander up to the fortress and explore the town either before or after the boat trip to Isola Palmeria. It is a mere 10 minute boat ride to Isola Palmaria on the local ferry and as you can imagine the view across to Porto Venere from the boat is simply stunning. Also on the UNESCO list alongside two other archepelago islands - and , Palmaria is a protected area and is famed for its rugged cliffs. We dock in the Terrizzo and from here the leader will decide which trail we'll take to explore the island a little. After a brief visit to the island we'll take the ferry back to Porto Venere before heading back to Moneglia for our final night. After freshening up we'll regroup for our final dinner where am sure we will celebrate with an Italian aperitif to round off a perfect week. ACCOMMODATION  ASCENT 200M  DISTANCE 4KM GPS DATA VIEW  HOTEL  NOW

 MEALS BD  DESCENT 200M TIME 3 HOURS  WALKING HOURS

Day 8: Departure day. A single transfer to Pisa Airport is provided.

KE Land Only package services end after breakfast. A single timed transfer to Pisa Airport is provided in the morning after breakfast and will arrive at the Airport around 10.30am.  MEALS B

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Holiday Information

What's Included

• An experienced English-speaking local guide • All transfers included in the land only itinerary • All train fares included in the land only itinerary • Airport transfers as described • All accommodation as described • Some meals as per the Meal Plan

What's Not Included

• Travel insurance • Tips for local staff • Miscellaneous personal expenses - souvenirs and drinks etc

Important Notice

The five villages of the Cinque Terre are famed for their colourful cliff-side villages and balcony coastal paths which connect them. The villages are not accessible by any roads which is all part of their charm, however due to this inaccessibility and wild coastal location; the national park authority monitors the path conditions on a regular basis. This means that occasionally the footpaths and trails are closed at extremely short notice. As it is not possible to drive to the villages, a planned walk may need to be changed or modified. These closures can be caused by periods of wet weather, natural erosion and, even to give the paths a rest during busy periods. Although we try to keep all our information up to date, sometimes these changes happen at short notice and the leader may need to revise the advertised walks after your arrival. This means that an element of flexibility is needed for anyone wishing to enjoy the beauty of the Cinque Terre.

Joining Arrangements & Transfers

A single, timed group transfer from Pisa Airport to Moneglia is provided on Day 1. This transfer by private bus takes approximately 1.5 hours and will normally depart the airport around 3.00 pm. If you are arriving earlier in the day, why not visit the ancient city of Pisa and its famous leaning tower. There are left luggage facilities in the airport (approximately 7 Euro per day per piece) and there is a regular shuttle service to Pisa Central Station which takes just 5 or 10 minutes. The return fare is approximately 3 Euros. Alternatively you may wish to fly into Genova and take the train to Moneglia. There are regular trains that depart hourly from Genova Brignole station with tickets costing between 10 and 20 Euro. The best point of contact for train travel is https://www.rome2rio.com/s/ Genoa/Moneglia. The VOLABUS and Rapid Bus services take passengers to the Brignole train station in Genova city centre, a journey which takes between 30 to 40 minutes. The airport is located just 7 km from the city, so a taxi ride is even quicker for passengers in a hurry to catch their connecting train service. A taxi from Genova Airport directly to Moneglia costs approximately 120 Euro when booked in advance through the KE office and takes approximately 50 mins. At the end of the holiday on day 8 there will be a single timed transfer back to Pisa Airport which will depart after breakfast, arriving at the airport around 10.30 am.

Meal Plan

All meals are included from dinner on day 1 to breakfast on day 8.

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For 2020 we've included 3 picnic lunches and 3 dinners for added flexibility During the days when lunch is not included, you can decide if you'd like to visit a local supermarket and pick up some items for a picnic. Alternatively you may wish to treat yourself to lunch in a local restaurant. Each day the group will take time to enjoy a town or village which has a variety of places to buy lunch. For three evenings dinner will be taken in the excellent family-run restaurant in the hotel where we stay. Using local ingredients, the family conjure up a wonderful variety of local dishes and the restaurant is popular with locals and tourists alike. The remaining nights will be free for you to eat as a group in a local restaurant or enjoy some time at leisure.

Food & Water

Beakfast in Italy is traditionally continental in style with bread, pastries or cakes, yoghurt, jam and honey served with tea or coffee. Lunches will be picnic style with local breads and fresh ingredients. Dinner will be taken in the family-run restaurant in the hotel and each evening will consist of the "3 courses of Italy." The family prides itself on freshly cooked food and as the hotel is small and friendly, you'll have a menu to choose from, with choices being made the evening before to ensure everything is freshly prepared. Part of the experience of any visit to Italy is the opportunity to taste the wonderful cuisine. Liguria is known for its simple flavours especially the world famous alla Genovese! The surrounding hills are dotted with pine trees which provide the all important pine nuts used in Ligurian dishes. The region is known for its hearty and rustic country flavours with the warm Mediterranean air creating excellent conditions for olives, grapes, corn, herbs, garlic, potatoes, onions and artichokes. Because of the wide coastline, fish and shellfish are frequently used plus the region has a love of pork like its French neighbours. As in the whole of Italy, pasta is important alongside polenta. Pesto is on most menus and often served with fidelini a local pasta cut, long and thin or a flat, thin pasta similar to linguine. Gnocchi can also be found and is delicious! Alongside food, Italian wine is excellent and an important part of any meal! Italy is also famous for its aperitifs, from chilled to campari, vermouth and cinzano all served over ice. Don't forget the zesty local limoncello and the famous after dinner fiery grappas!

Water is drinkable from the taps on this holiday. Please fill your personal bottles for your day in the morning. We do not encourage the purchasing of single use plastic bottles.

Special Diets

Whilst we can cater for vegetarians, albeit sometimes with a more limited choice, we cannot provide special diets. Due to the nature of the trips that we operate and the countries in which we operate them, it can be very hard (and sometimes impossible) to cater for a wide range of dietary choices and you may have to supplement your diet with food/snacks from home. If you have specific dietary requirements please do speak to our sales team and they will be able to advise you whether or not we will be able to offer your specific choice. Please note that we are unable to provide separate menus and cannot accept liability for any problems arising from special dietary requirements or intolerances.

Accommodation

During this trip, the group will spend 7 nights in a comfortable, family run hotel in Moneglia with an excellent location. A mere 50m or few minutes walk from the sea, the hotel has a small bar where a pre-dinner drink can be enjoyed and is a short walk to the train station, shops and local cafes. The hotel has a family run traditional restaurant which specialises in local Ligurian dishes and where dinner will be taken each evening. Although simply furnished all rooms are en-suite with a small balcony and based on twin sharing. If you are travelling by yourself, you will be paired with another solo traveller of the same sex. Depending on availability single rooms may be available on request for a supplementary fee.

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Group Leader & Support Staff

An experienced, professional, English-speaking local guide will lead the trip.

Spending Money

Approximately €200-€300 should more than cover all miscellaneous personal expenditure including drinks and wine with dinner as well as reasonable tips for the leader and restaurant staff. You can withdraw cash (euros only) from ATM's at Pisa Airport and in Moneglia. If you intend to travel with cash, you should take this in the form of euros.

Guidance On Tipping

Tips do not form part of the wages of local staff but they are very much appreciated. It is important to remember that tipping is voluntary and should be dependent on good service. It is best if the tip is given at the end of the trip by the group as a whole. We recommend that each group member contributes around €10 – 15 to a group pool and that tips are then distributed between the guide and other support staff as the group feels is appropriate. It is a good idea also to have small change for other tips such as in restaurants or for porters carrying your bags at hotels.

Baggage Allowance

There is no weight limit, other than that imposed by the airline. We ask you to restrict your luggage to one main bag and one small daypack. A KE trek bag may not necessarily be the best option for this trip and we recommend a bag or suitcase with wheels for this holiday.

Group Size & Holiday Status

For each holiday there is a minimum number of participants required to enable it to go ahead. Once the minimum number is reached, the trip status will change from 'Available' to 'Guaranteed to run'. You can check the trip status for each departure in ‘Dates and Prices’ table. Other than in exceptional circumstances, we will not cancel a trip once it has achieved this guaranteed to run status and so you are free to proceed with your international flight booking and other travel arrangements.

Recommended Outdoor Retailers

Many of the Equipment items listed above are available from Cotswold Outdoor - our 'Official Recommended Outdoor Retailer'. When you book a holiday with KE you will receive 15% discount voucher from Cotswold Outdoor and other retailers. >> Find out more

Travel Insurance

It is an essential condition of joining a holiday with KE Adventure Travel that you have a valid travel insurance policy to cover the cost of medical treatment and to protect the value of your holiday in the event of cancellation. When taking out insurance please ensure the policy you choose covers you for the activities and altitude included in your itinerary.

For appropriate insurance cover we recommend Campbell Irvine Direct. Please go to our Travel Insurance page for further information and to get a quote.

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General Information

Passport & Visas

A passport with 6 months remaining validity at the end of your stay is generally required for visits to countries outside the EU. The information that we provide is for UK passport holders. Please check the relevant embassy or consulate for other nationalities. It is your responsibility to ensure that you have the correct travel documents and visas for your holiday. Visa requirements and charges are subject to change without notice. If you are travelling outside the EU you should have at least 2 blank pages in your passport for each country that you visit.

Visa information is changing all the time. Please ensure that you check for the latest advice before travel.

Visa Europe

Travel to the European Union, , Norway, Iceland or Liechtenstein will change from 1 January 2021. Before you travel, you should check the latest government advice at: https://www.gov.uk/visit- europe-1-january-2021

From 1 January 2021 your passport must be less than 10 years old and have at least 6 months validity beyond the date of travel.

Health & Vaccinations

Severe Allergies

If you have a severe allergy please inform the KE office before you travel. We will do all we can to help, but we cannot guarantee an allergy free environment on KE trips. You will need to carry your own treatment for the allergy with you, as 'adrenaline auto-injectors' are not carried as standard by KE leaders and staff. You should inform your leader on arrival of your allergy, and let them know where you keep your adrenaline pen.

Electricity Supply & Plug

We recommend you check if you require an adaptor for your electrical items at: http://www.worldstandards.eu/electricity/plugs-and-sockets/

Preparing For Your Holiday

It makes sense to spend some time before coming on an active holiday getting some additional exercise. Whilst regular hiking in hill or back country is the best preparation however, walking, cycling and swimming are also good for developing better cardiovascular fitness and stamina. Before departure, we suggest that you try to fit in a number of daily walks in hilly countryside. It is always a good idea to spend some time walking in the footwear you are going to use on this holiday.

Climate

Liguria has a typical Mediterranean climate with warm, dry summers and mild winters due to the ring of hills just beyond the coast. This combined with the influence of the sea creates a pleasant climate all year round. The average winter temperatures are around 6 - 11 degrees, with spring and autumn temperatures ranging from 15 - 20 degrees.

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Travel Aware

As a reputable tour operator, KE supports the British Foreign & Commonwealth Offices' ‘Travel Aware’ campaign to enable British citizens to prepare for their journeys overseas. The 'Travel Aware' website provides a single, authoritative source of advice for all kinds of travellers and we recommend that prior to travel, all KE clients visit the official UK Government website at travelaware.campaign.gov.uk and read the FCO Travel Advice for their chosen destination. North Americans can also check out the U.S. Department of State website: www.travel.state.gov for essential travel advice and tips.

KE treat the safety and security of all clients as the most important aspect of any trip we organise. We would not run any trip that we did not consider reasonably safe. Should the FCO advise against travel for any reason, we will contact everyone booked to travel to discuss the situation. We receive regular updates direct from the FCO and are in constant touch with our contacts on the ground. If you have any questions about government travel advice, please call our office.

Single Use Plastic

KE do not encourage the use of single use plastic items. We are ensuring that our agents all over the world are working together to reduce the problem and educate those around them. We are leading by example in our KE office by reducing our plastic use. We have pledged to AITO’s Project Protect that 70% of our agents stop using single use plastic bottles.

Books

• Liguria - Brandt Travel Guide

• Last Train to Liguria - Christine Dwyer Hickey

• 3 Day Guide to Cinque Terre - 3 Day Guides

• Extra Virgin Amongst the Olive Groves of Liguria - Annie Hawes

Flight Information

Flight Inclusive Or Land Only?

On our website we display a UK Flight Inclusive package price and Land Only package price for the majority of our holidays.

Land Only Notes

We offer this holiday as a LAND ONLY departure, joining at Pisa's International Galileo Galilei Airport. A single, timed group transfer from Pisa Airport to the group hotel is provided. Please refer to the 'Joining arrangements & transfers' for further details.

Flights SHOULD NOT be booked until you have received your booking confirmation and the departure is showing 'Guaranteed to Run' or 'Limited'.

If flying from the UK there are a number of low cost airlines offering flights to Pisa. These include Ryanair who operate direct flights from Stansted, Liverpool and Edinburgh, Easyjet from London Airports & Manchester, and Jet 2 who have flights from Manchester, Leeds Bradford, Newcastle Birmingham & Belfast. Note that the group

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If you would prefer to book a 'flight inclusive package' using scheduled airlines from the UK please contact our flights department for a quote. Whilst flight prices are likely to be more expensive you will benefit from full financial protection.

Why Choose KE Adventure Travel?

Why Choose KE Adventure Travel?

Operating since 1984, KE Adventure Travel has some of the most experienced staff in the business, with the proven ability to set up and operate a worldwide programme of adventures. Everyone has adventure travel at heart and joins at least one trip a year. It is this depth of experience that makes KE stand out from other adventure travel operators. When you contact KE, by phone or e-mail, or visit our office, you will find the help and advice you need, from someone who has actually done the trip and can give you the benefit of their first-hand experience.

KE can guarantee the very best in trip support, excellent food, a good standard of hotel and other accommodation, plus the back up of one of the most respected companies in the business. Client satisfaction is at the top of our agenda and almost 50% of our bookings each year come from repeat business. If you are looking for adventure then look no further than KE.

Group Tour Leaders

All of our holidays are accompanied by an experienced leader, some of whom have worked with KE groups for many years. Many are professional guides and instructors with an unrivalled knowledge of the areas in which they work. In many parts of the world, we recruit local guides with appropriate training and experience. In addition to having the technical skills to ensure your safety, KE expects its leaders to be active members of the group. A leader should be fun to travel with and ready to share with you their enthusiasm for adventure travel and their knowledge of the area. Alongside the group leader, there will be a local support crew, which could be just a driver, or a complete team of guides, drivers, porters, mule-herders and cooks. The hard work of our support crews, along with the fascinating insight they can offer into their local culture, is integral to providing you with the very best adventure travel experience.

Sustainable

Since we ran our first trip in 1984, we have been committed keeping the world's most beautiful places pristine by minimising our environmental impact. Recognising the fragility of the world's wilderness environments, we keep our groups small and operate according to a ‘Mountain Code’, which is provided to all groups, trek leaders, agents and staff. We make sure that our local staff are well treated and well paid, we respect indigenous cultures, take care to protect the environment of the places we visit and take every opportunity to make a positive contribution wherever we travel. Our philosophy of 'leaving nothing but footprints' has been integral to KE's approach right from the start over 30 years ago. In recognition of our efforts we are proud to have achieved the highest award of 5 Stars for Sustainable Tourism by AITO.

We continue to travel responsibly, and more information on our policy, practice, and specific projects can be found at www.keadventure.com, and on the website of our partner charity the Juniper Trust: www.junipertrust.co.uk. KE's Mountain Code is issued to our staff, trek leaders and overseas agents, and we recommend it to our clients, too!

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Booking Your Holiday

The easiest way to make your booking is online. You will need to pay a deposit at the time of booking. This is normally £200 but for some holidays with special permit fees or internal flights, this may be more. The amount of deposit required for an individual holiday is given on the dates and prices page of the holiday. Late bookings will require full payment. We cannot confirm any booking until we receive your fully completed booking form.

Adventure Travel Insurance

It is a condition of joining any of our trips that you are insured against medical and personal accident risks (to include repatriation costs, air ambulance and helicopter rescue services). We also strongly recommend that you take out holiday cancellation insurance, as all deposits paid are non-refundable. Please ensure that your insurer is aware of your KE Adventure itinerary and can agree to cover the activities being undertaken. You will then need to advise us of your policy details and complete an Insurance Declaration Form.

CAMPBELL IRVINE DIRECT travel insurance is available to EU residents and will cover the majority of KE Adventure holidays. It has been designed to provide cover for activities normally excluded by other insurers such as trekking, mountain biking and climbing. Please note that certain activities may attract a higher premium. In addition ‘Campbell Irvine Direct’ cannot provide cover for KE climbing trips above 6000m. Cover for these can be obtained through either the British Mountaineering Council (BMC) or Snowcard.

TRAVELEX is a USA based insurer offering travel insurance, which can be used by US citizens and US residents only. KE recommends the "Travelex Select" package for our holidays. If your holiday involves using mountaineering equipment (ropes, harness or crampons), for climbing or glacial travel, you should consider the "Adventure Plus Pak" optional upgrade on the Travelex Select Plan. Please refer to the 'Description of Coverage' for a summary of the terms, conditions, exclusions and limitations of the applicable Protection Plan. This policy will also cover KE climbing trips above 6000m.

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Equipment List

The following checklist should help you with your packing. As a general rule, you should always try to keep the weight of your equipment to a minimum.

You Must Bring The Following Items:

• Hiking boots or approach shoes

• Trainers or sandals

• Socks

• Underwear

• Walking trousers

• Waterproof jacket

• Waterproof overtrouser

• T-shirts and/or casual shirts

• Fleece jacket or warm jumper

• Sunhat

• Sunglasses

• Daypack 20 - 30 litres

• Sun protection (including for lips)

• Water bottle 1 - 1.5 litre (we encourage re-filling water bottles rather than single use plastic)

• Washbag and toiletries

• Antibacterial handwash

• Basic First Aid Kit including: Antiseptic cream, throat lozenges, diarrhoea treatment (Imodium), painkillers, plasters and blister treatment, insect repellent, and re-hydration salts (Dioralite). Glucose tablets and multi- vitamin tablets.

The Following Items Are Optional:

• Trekking poles (highly recommended)

• Shorts

• Camera

• Reusable cloth bag for shopping (to avoid plastic bags)

(Please note on this trip, there are a few occasions when you need to carry your bag for short distances. Some clients have found that a piece of luggage with wheels makes sense for this holiday.)

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Please note: This document was downloaded on 30 Sep 2021, and the trip is subject to change.

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