We’re on a RS Village Italy tour mid May. Our “vacation from your vacation” day is based in Levanto. I’m trying to explore my options for that day. I remember some people here saying they went north to much less crowded towns/beaches. If you’ve done that can you tell me where you went and whether you’d recommend it?
We’ve been to the Cinque Terra once before, on a different RS tour 10 years ago. We were based in Montorosso and had planned to do the hike to Vernazza. Unfortunately it had rained hard the night before and our guide advised us not to try that hike. Because of weather conditions she was also not sure that the boats would be able to dock in a couple of the towns. So it was disappointing not to be able to see any of the other 5 towns (did I mention there was also a train strike!!). However our guide led a group of us on a great hike from Montorosso to Levanto and we spent time on the beach there, so we had a great time.
I’m torn between wanting to experience some of the towns and wanting a less crowded experience so would love to hear the pros and cons of heading to the cinque terre too. Thanks!