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Explore Elba Island’s offerings from seaside to mountains on this walking tour
Take splendid walks through the beautiful, varied landscape of the “Pearl of Tuscany”, Elba Island.
Relax on the island’s best beaches and take swims in the glittering blue waters of the Mediterranean.
Climb to idyllic mountain villages with expansive views.
Explore the rich history of the island, including churches and fortresses dating back to 3000 BC.
The Elba Island Walking Tour is the perfect way to explore all that the “Pearl of Tuscany” has to offer. Trek from alpine villages to the pristine beaches lining the Mediterranean and soak up the rich history of the island in classic fishing villages and vibrant towns.
This walking tour of Elba Island starts in Marciana Marina, wherefrom the ferry you’ll be surrounded by the sparkling blue waters of the Mediterranean. Walking the Marciana & Madonna del Monte Sanctuary takes you to the highest point on the island, where your views of the surrounding villages are panoramic.
Climbing the Monte Capanne ridge gives you a complete view of the eastern coast before you stop in to visit the most important chapel on Elba. Then, a walk through the village of San Piero in Campo leads to ancient stone huts used by shepherds many years past. The beautiful fishing village is bordered by sea and forest, and it’s difficult to choose between the two for afternoon exploration.
Then, your walking tour of Elba Island leads you up to Monte Poro, where you can snap a photo of Monte Capanne and Monte Calamita in the distance. The final leg of the Elba Island Walking walking tour climbs the ridge of Monte Fonza, and after the day’s trek, the cool water of the bay of Marina di Campo awaits you.
Don’t miss out on the chance to explore the Pearl of Tuscany- book your spot on the Elba Island Walking walking tour today!
The Elba Island Walking Tour is the perfect way to explore all that the “Pearl of Tuscany” has to offer. Trek from alpine villages to the pristine beaches lining the Mediterranean and soak up the rich history of the island in classic fishing villages and vibrant towns.
This walking tour of Elba Island starts in Marciana Marina, wherefrom the ferry you’ll be surrounded by the sparkling blue waters of the Mediterranean. Walking the Marciana & Madonna del Monte Sanctuary takes you to the highest point on the island, where your views of the surrounding villages are panoramic.
Climbing the Monte Capanne ridge gives you a complete view of the eastern coast before you stop in to visit the most important chapel on Elba. Then, a walk through the village of San Piero in Campo leads to ancient stone huts used by shepherds many years past. The beautiful fishing village is bordered by sea and forest, and it’s difficult to choose between the two for afternoon exploration.
Then, your walking tour of Elba Island leads you up to Monte Poro, where you can snap a photo of Monte Capanne and Monte Calamita in the distance. The final leg of the Elba Island Walking walking tour climbs the ridge of Monte Fonza, and after the day’s trek, the cool water of the bay of Marina di Campo awaits you.
Don’t miss out on the chance to explore the Pearl of Tuscany- book your spot on the Elba Island Walking walking tour today!
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Elba Island Walking Tour Itinerary
Day 1 Arrival in Marciana Marina
Your walking tour of Elba Island begins with a ferry ride across the emerald waters of the Mediterranean Sea to Marciana Marina. Relax at the seaside with a Tuscan dinner to prepare for tomorrow’s adventure.
Overnight Location: Hotel in Marciana Marina
Distance: None
Meals: None
Day 2 Marciana & Madonna del Monte
The first full day of your walking tour starts with a choice: you can either take an easy walk to Monte Capanne, the highest point of Elba Island, and a great spot for birds-eye views of the island. Or, you can hike up the Monte Capanne ridge to the most important chapel on Elba, the Madonna del Monte Santuario. After exploring the church, enjoy a relaxed, shaded walk home.
Overnight Location: Hotel in Marciana Marina
Distance: 4 hours, 10 km, 425m elevation gain or 6 hours, 15 km, 800m elevation gain
Meals: Breakfast
Day 3 San Piero in Campo loop
Day 2 begins with a morning transfer to the quaint village of San Piero in Campo. The sea beckons from your viewpoints, and you’ll pass shepherd’s stone huts thousands of years old. In the afternoon, a transfer from San Piero in Campo takes you to the sublime fishing village of Marina di Campo. Enjoy resting your feet on the sandy beach and inhaling the scent of the pine forest behind you.
Overnight Location: Hotel in Marina di Campo
Distance: 4 hours, 9 km, 365m elevation gain
Meals: Breakfast, Dinner
Day 4 Mt. Poro & Colle di Palombaia
The next leg of your Elba Island walking tour heads up to Monte Poro and Colle di Palombaia via a ridge path with startling views. Enjoy some shade in the woods, but be sure to pop out for photos of Monte Capanne and Monte Calamita in the distance.
Overnight Location: Hotel in Marina di Campo
Distance: 3 hours, 11.5 km, 355m elevation gain
Meals: Breakfast
Day 5 Marina di Campo loop & Monte Fonza
The last adventure of the tour starts with a climb to the ridge of Monte Fonza. From here, you’re treated to spectacular views of the Gulf of Marina di Campo and the Bay of Lacona. After all that walking, make sure to cap off the day with a dip in the cool water of Marina di Campo.
Overnight Location: Hotel in Marina di Campo
Distance: 4 hours, 15.5 km, 410m elevation gain
Meals: Breakfast
Day 6 Departure from Elba Island
Enjoy one final breakfast looking over the sea before it’s time to head home. Until next time!
Overnight Location: None
Distance: None
Meals: Breakfast
Departure on April 10th – May 12th, 2024:
- Solo traveller: EUR940
- Single room (min 2 travelers): EUR771
- Sharing a double room: EUR578
- Sharing a triple room: EUR478
Departure on May 13th – 29th, 2024:
- Solo traveller: EUR1024
- Single room (min 2 travelers): EUR855
- Sharing a double room: EUR634
- Sharing a triple room: EUR515
Departure on May 30th – June 16th, 2024:
- Solo traveller: EUR1119
- Single room (min 2 travelers): EUR950
- Sharing a double room: EUR719
- Sharing a triple room: EUR594
Departure on June 17th – 28th, 2024:
- Solo traveller: EUR1186
- Single room (min 2 travelers): EUR1018
- Sharing a double room: EUR764
- Sharing a triple room: EUR639
Departure on June 29th – July 21st, 2024:
- Solo traveller: EUR1214
- Single room (min 2 travelers): EUR1045
- Sharing a double room: EUR805
- Sharing a triple room: EUR679
Departure on July 22nd – August 23rd, 2024:
- Solo traveller: EUR1506
- Single room (min 2 travelers): EUR1338
- Sharing a double room: EUR938
- Sharing a triple room: EUR771
Departure on August 24th – August 31st, 2024:
- Solo traveller: EUR1439
- Single room (min 2 travelers): EUR1270
- Sharing a double room: EUR893
- Sharing a triple room: EUR749
Departure on September 1st – 13th, 2024:
- Solo traveller: EUR1186
- Single room (min 2 travelers): EUR1018
- Sharing a double room: EUR764
- Sharing a triple room: EUR639
Departure on September 14th – 30th, 2024:
- Solo traveller: EUR1068
- Single room (min 2 travelers): EUR899
- Sharing a double room: EUR685
- Sharing a triple room: EUR564
Departure on October 1st – 25th, 2024:
- Solo traveller: EUR940
- Single room (min 2 travelers): EUR771
- Sharing a double room: EUR578
- Sharing a triple room: EUR478
Accommodation on the Elba Island Walking Tour
This tour is based in 3-star hotels. The hotels offer pleasant rooms with ensuite bathrooms and a great atmosphere. Rooms are double occupancy, and single travelers will pay a supplement.
In some cases, the accommodation listed below may need to be substituted for other, comparable accommodations.
Single Rooms and Solo Travelers
Solo travellers must pay a supplement that varies based on the season and the size of the group (please check Dates and Prices for more info). However, it’s definitely possible to match single travellers up.
What’s included in the Elba Island Walking Tour?
Meals
5 breakfasts, as well as 1 three-course dinner (excluding drinks) on day 3 are included.
Accommodations
Accommodation for 5 nights is included.
Transportation during the Tour
This tour includes three transfers:
- Ferry to Marciana Marina on day 1
- Marciana Marina to San Piero in Campo on day 3
- Marina di Campo to Portoferraio ferry on day 6
Also Included
- Route guides and notes
- Maps and detailed information packs
- 24/7 telephone guidance and support
Not included
- Travel insurance
- Trains, boats, or busses wherever required
- Lunches and dinners or drinks and snacks not previously mentioned
- Tourist taxes
- Personal equipment
Optional Extras
- Any additional nights before or after the tour
- Airport transfers
- How hard is the Elba Island Walking Tour?
- Do I need a Visa to travel to Italy?
- Are meals included on the Elba Island Walking Tour?
- Do I need insurance?
- How do I get to Marina di Campo to start this tour?
- Is the Elba Island Walking Tour guided?
- Where does the Elba Island Walking Tour end?
- I’ve never been on a self-guided trip! How does it work?
- Can I rent any equipment?
- Do I need special vaccines to travel to Italy?
- Are there any travel restrictions for Italy?
We rate this tour as a 2 / 5. You will walk fair distances with moderate elevation gain.
Check with your local country about visa requirements. You could also try this website, though you should verify with your government.
5 breakfasts and 1 dinner are included.
Yes. You will need to acquire travel insurance that covers hiking/walking. Get your Travel Insurance.
The best airports to arrive at are Florence (FLR) or Pisa (PSA). From FLR, take the direct bus to Santa Maria Novella train station and take a train to Piombino Marittima. You will need to change trains in Pisa Central and occasionally also in Campiglia Marittima. Once in Piombino Marittima, choose any of the ferries to Portoferraio.
From Pisa, take the Red Line city bus to Pisa Centrale. Here, take the train to Piombino Marittima. You may have to change trains in Campiglia Marittima. Once in Piombino Marittima, choose any of the ferries to Portoferraio.
No, you will be provided with maps, route guides, notes, and 24/7 telephone support to complete your self-guided tour.
The tour ends in Portoferraio, where you can take the ferry and train to the airport.
Self-guided travelling is not difficult! For many, it is a preferred type of travel as you are in charge of your own time and pace. You are provided all the information on which direction you need to go daily. You don’t need to carry lots of things with you and can only carry your daypack, as your luggage will be picked up from your hotel daily in the morning and delivered to your destination hotel.
No, please come prepared with any walking/hiking equipment desired.
Check with your family doctor.
Please check with your local government about travel restrictions before you book your tour. This map from the US Department of State provides an overview of the current status in countries around the globe. The UK‘s Foreign Office and Government of Canada also provide advice on foreign travel. Note that the travel advice may change depending on your nationality.
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