Name: SEPTEMBER 4 - 8: CINQUE TERRE NATIONAL PARK, ITALY
Start: 2024-09-04T13:00:00.000Z
End: 2024-09-08T09:30:00.000Z
Location: La Spezia Centrale

**Backabush is going 'hut-to-hut' trekking in the Gran Paradiso National Park of the Italian Alps!**

The Alta Via 2 in the Gran Paradiso National Park is one of the classic Alpine hut-to-hut treks amidst Italy's finest wild landscapes. Spectacular scenery and the cosy ambience of the fabulous huts and charming village hotels makes this one of the best hutting experiences in Europe.

This marvellous part of north-western Italy is a region full of magical mountains and rugged valleys. An area of pristine wilderness famed for its abundant wildlife and a multi-day trek amongst these magnificent peaks is an adventure not to be missed!

We will start our trek from the quiet, rural settlement of Chardonney in the beautiful alpine landscapes of Valle di Champorcher. The easiest way to get to the trailhead is by flying (or taking the train) to Turin and onwards transport from there. Our plan is to then spend 5 nights in a mix of mountain refuges, hostels and hotels as we travel along our linear 'east to west' route through the towering mountains and passes along the AV2.

Although our trek enjoys some comfortable huts and cosy Alpine hotels the route is not without some challenges. There are many steep climbs and some challenging terrain. We won't be doing any technical mountaineering but these are wild and rugged mountains where we will often be far from civilization.

Heading into the mountains from Chardonney we will soon find ourselves immersed in the isolation of the wild landscapes. Here amongst the soaring summits we will enjoy a series of stays in comfortable mountain refuges as well as enjoying nights in the Alpine villages.

Our high mountain adventure will involve 5 days of alpine trekking amidst magnificent mountain scenery as we cross terrain in excess of 3000m. Although this trek might not be as famous as the Tour du Mont Blanc it is every bit as inspiring and rewarding. It is an undoubted classic and a great introduction to Alpine hut-to-hut trekking for mountain lovers who enjoy a bit of a challenge and have a head for heights.

We intend to take a small group of adventurous hikers into this wild region in the far northwest of Italy. Each stage of our trek will have its challenges but there are no glacier crossings requiring ropes. There will however be some rough ground and exposure. It is unsuitable for anyone who suffers from vertigo.

Our intended route is:

Sunday 1 Sept: Meet in Turin. There are flights from most UK airports.

Monday 2 Sept: We will need to take the train to Hone and then the bus for the 10 mile journey to Chardonney from where we will trek to into the mountains to sleep at Rifugio Miserin (dinner & breakfast included).

Tuesday 3 Sept: Trek from Rifugio Miserin to our hostel in Cogne (breakfast included).

Wednesday 4 Sept: Trek from Cogne to Rifugio Vittorio Sella (dinner & breakfast included).

Thursday 5 Sept: Trek from Rifugio Vittorio Sella to our 3 star hotel in Eaux Rouses (dinner & breakfast included).

Friday 6 Sept: Trek from Eaux Rouses to Rhêmes-Notre-Dame. Buses run to Aosta where we spend our final night at a 3 star hotel.

Saturday 7 Sept: Trains run regularly to Turin.

This trip involves trekking in a high mountain environment along strenuous routes. There will be steep ascents & descents involved, on sometimes rough or unclear paths. For this reason the trip is best suited to fit and well equipped hikers with mountain hiking experience.

PRICE - £585

**WHAT IS INCLUDED:**

Accommodation - 5 nights in shared accommodation. Two mountain refuges, two hotels & one hostel.

Four Breakfasts & three dinners. Please see the itinerary above for more details.

Logistical support and planning.

Financial protection in accordance with the Package Travel Law 1992.

**WHAT IS NOT INCLUDED:**

Flights & airport transfers.

Travel insurance.

Local bus, train or taxi journeys.

Packed lunches. We can get supplies in the local shops or buy packed lunches at the refuges.

Sunday night in Turin. There are many good hotels and guesthouse etc to choose from.

Alpine guide. This is a self guided walking holiday. Please remember that you hike and join our organised itineraries at your own risk. It is important that you understand that you are responsible for your own safety.

Recommended maps for this trek are available locally and we advise that you never hike alone.

Flights. Turin is possibly the best airport to fly out to. It is best to book early!

Of course staying for extra nights in Turin is also a possibility and is highly recommended.

To confirm your place on this trip please send payment. The account details are:

Account Name: BACKABUSH XPLORERS
Sort Code: 090127
Account Number: 22440622

Only payment secures your place. Please email backabushxplorers@yahoo.com as soon as you send payment so that we can confirm things with you.

This trip is recommended for fit and experienced hikers.

BACKABUSH ADVENTURES - Travel & Outdoor Activity Group!

Geoff

Nathan

Gran Paradiso Alta Via 2 - Italian Alps

Turin

The Cinque Terre (five lands) is an iconic highlight of the Italian Riviera.

Group Size - 16. Nights - 4.
Private single room £539

Join Backabush for a 4 night stay hiking the ancient coastal paths and cliff top trails that link the picturesque villages of Monterosso, Vernazza, Corniglia, Manarola and Riomaggiore.

The Cinque Terre National Park is also a Unesco World Heritage site as well as a Protected Marine Area. Walking trails were once the only way to get between the villages on dry land but now a well established set of hiking trails frame the fantastic views across to terraced farmland, coastal forests and the colourful coves of the five fishing villages.

We will be staying in a 3 star hotel, conveniently located in the neighbouring coastal town of La Spezia, with a choice of twin share or private single rooms; it has all the expected facilities, en-suite bathrooms, a hotel bar and air-conditioned rooms. La Spezia is larger than the villages of Cinque Terre but still easy going with a great choice of bars and restaurants for evenings of focaccia, pesto and local seafood.

Trains link La Spezia to all of the villages in the National Park and it is by far the easy way to get around in Cinque Terre. Our Hotel is just across from the railway station and we will ride between 7 and 25 minutes to and from our hikes each day.

We are planning to walk some of the most famous and beautiful hiking trails in the region. The Sentiero Azzurro 'Blue Trail' is the Cinque Terre’s signature hike offering spectacular coastal scenery. It is of low-level difficulty, though does required some stamina. The Sentiero Rosso 'Red Trail' is more of a challenge and more of a reward, far less busy than the Azzuro. Running almost the length of the park, high on the cliff tops.

**WHAT IS INCLUDED:**

Hotel accommodation in twin share or single rooms
All breakfasts
Full itinerary of hikes
1 trip leader
Financial protection in accordance with the Package Travel Law.

**WHAT IS NOT INCLUDED:**

Flights (see below)
Airport transfers (We will take the local train)
Trains in Cinque Terre
Blue trail entrance fee
Lunches + Evening meals
Travel insurance

**RECOMMENDED FLIGHTS:**

There are daily flights to Pisa from London, Bristol, Birmingham and Manchester. Trains run from Pisa to La Spezia every 30 mins. It will be easy to meet us at the hotel anytime on Wednesday 4 September. You can walk from the station to the hotel in just a few minutes.

**PAYMENT:**
**To confirm your place on the trip please use internet banking, please use 'CINQUE TERRE' as your payment reference...**

Account Name: BACKABUSH XPLORERS
Sort Code: 090127
Account Number: 22440622

**Only payment secures your place. Your RSVP is not sufficient for us to hold a place for you.** Please email ingridhansen1@gmail.com as soon as you send payment so that we can confirm everything with you. Thanks. :)

**TRANSFERS:**

The train journey between Pisa Airport and La Spezia is roughly 1hr 30 and approx £25 return. Service specific tickets can be purchased online but the regional trains do not sell out and offer no advanced discount so we recommend purchasing your ticket on arrival from the ticket desk at Pisa Airport, this allows for any flight delays.

**IMPORTANT NOTE:**

The trails in the Cinque Terre can be very steep, often will long sections of steps to ascend and descend so you will need to have a good level of fitness to join this trip.

We consider safety to be our number one priority and while we never take unnecessary risks, we do recognise that any outdoor activity involves a danger of personal injury or death. Remember that you should be aware of and accept these risks as you are responsible for your own safety and you should not undertake anything beyond your abilities. It is also your responsibility to be correctly equipped for the weather and activity you have chosen to participate in.

BACKABUSH XPLORERS - Hiking & Outdoor Adventure Meetup Group

Ingrid

Ulrike

Kevin

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