Cinque Terre Vineyard Trek: 3 Wines & Terraced Views

Climb to vines that cling to cliffs, taste where gravity-defying winemaking still survives.

A guided 3-hour trek through Cinque Terre's terraced vineyards above Vernazzo, ending at the private Fussà estate for a tasting of three on-site wines with traditional snacks. The guide is a local, the route follows ancient paths, and your visit directly funds the restoration of dry-stone walls and abandoned land. Children from age 5 are welcome; the hike requires moderate fitness.

Step-by-step itinerary

Vineyard trekking and wine tasting

• Hike scenic ancient trails
• Learn about Cinque Terre history
• Enjoy wine tasting in vineyards
• Savor local wines with snacks

The Experience

The trek starts in Vernazzo village and climbs inland on scenic ancient trails, leaving the crowded harbor behind. Your guide—a local who knows the landscape—leads you through the UNESCO-listed terrain of Cinque Terre, explaining the history and the unique winemaking tradition as you walk. The route takes you to the private Fussà vineyard, where terraced vines cling to steep cliffs in a way that has survived for centuries. The path itself is part of the Blue Path network, and this tour includes access to a section without requiring the Cinque Terre Card.

Once you reach the estate, you stand above Vernazzo with a bird's-eye view of the coast. The tasting unfolds in the vineyard itself: three distinct local wines produced on-site, each paired with traditional snacks—fresh focaccia, pesto, and other regional flavors. The wines are grown in the same gravity-defying conditions you just walked through, so the tasting becomes a direct connection to what you saw on the trail. This is not a passive visit: Eroico Vino is a restoration project, and your payment directly funds the rebuilding of ancient dry-stone walls and the recovery of abandoned land.

The whole experience runs three hours, which means you can fit it into a morning or afternoon without losing the rest of your day in Cinque Terre. A professional guide in English or Italian leads the group; service animals are allowed. Bring your own water bottle for the hike, and wear shoes suited to steep terrain.

What’s included

• Guided trek on ancient trails from Vernazzo to the private Fussà vineyard.
• access to a section of the Blue Path without the Cinque Terre Card.
• entry to the historic terraced vineyard.
• tasting of three distinct local wines produced on-site.
• traditional local snacks including fresh focaccia and pesto.

Good to know

Moderate physical levelPets welcomePublic transport nearbyNot for pregnant travelersNot for heart conditionsNot for back problemsInfants must sit on laps

Operated by Eroico Vino

Is this one for you?The three-hour commitment leaves room for another meal or a second village in Cinque Terre the same day, but the steep terrain and moderate hiking pace mean this is not a quick detour—plan for a full morning or afternoon and wear proper hiking shoes.

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Top questions

What exactly do I taste at the Eroico Vino vineyard?

Three distinct local wines produced on-site at Fussà, each paired with traditional snacks including fresh focaccia and pesto. The wines are grown in the same terraced vineyards you hike through to reach the estate.

How steep and long is the hike from Vernazzo to the vineyard?

The guided trek follows ancient scenic trails through Cinque Terre's landscape and takes about three hours total, including the tasting. Moderate physical fitness is required, and the path climbs steeply to reach the private estate above the village.

Do I need a Cinque Terre Card to walk this route?

No. The tour includes access to a section of the Blue Path without requiring the Cinque Terre Card, so you don't need to buy a separate pass for this trek.

Can children come on this hike?

Children are welcome from age 5. Infants must sit on an adult's lap during the tasting portion, and the moderate hiking pace means younger children should be comfortable with steep terrain and a three-hour outing.

What is Eroico Vino actually doing with the money from my visit?

Eroico Vino is a restoration project. Your payment directly funds the rebuilding of ancient dry-stone walls and the recovery of abandoned vineyard land in Cinque Terre, so the visit is part of a larger conservation effort.

Is the guide a local, and what language do they speak?

Yes, your guide is from Vernazzo. They lead the trek in English or Italian, depending on the group's needs.