ADULT GROUP TRAVEL

Cinque Terre, Genoa and Portofino

Cinque Terre, Genoa and Portofino

Day 1 :

Genoa/Chiavari or Lavagna

Arrival in early afternoon in Genoa, the ancient maritime republic that was the birthplace of Columbus, and now Italy’s largest port. Guided visit of the city centre, walking along the characteristic narrow and shady alleyways and continuing along Via Balbi to reach Via Garibaldi to see the famous Palazzo Rosso, Palazzo Bianco and Palazzo Doria Tursi. Check-in at hotel in late afternoon in the Chiavari/Lavagna area. Dinner and overnight stay.

Day 2 :

Cinque Terre coast/Chiavari or Lavagna

Full day dedicated to a guided visit to the Cinque Terre coast, famous throughout the world for its beauty and breathtaking views. Departure by boat from La Spezia, stopping at Portovenere, a picturesque seaside village dating back to Roman times, situated on a rocky promontory facing the sea and the islands of Palmaria, Tino and Tinetto. Visits to the San Pietro Church and the Castle. Trip continues by boat to Vernazza, with visits to the Santa Margherita di Antiochia Church and the tower of the Doria Castle. Arrival in the late morning at Monterosso for fish lunch in a local restaurant, followed by a stroll through the old town centre. Return by train to Manarola, stopping briefly and continuing to Riomaggiore (the famous “Via dell‘Amore”, a footpath with railings directly overlooking the sea is actually partially closed), and then continuing by train to La Spezia, to meet up with the coach again. Return to hotel for dinner and overnight stay.

Day 3 :

Portofino/Rapallo

Departure after breakfast for Rapallo. Boat trip to Portofino, situated on a rocky headland beneath Monte Portofino, offering visitors landscapes of rare beauty. This old fishing village has become a prestigious rendezvous for the jet set, and the enchanting village square, the basilica and the castle lie at the heart of one of the world’s most exclusive resorts. Return by boat to Rapallo, lunch in a traditional restaurant and end of our services.

CAN BE COMBINED WITH ONE OF OUR PROGRAMMES FOR PIEDMONT, TUSCANY OR A SEASIDE HOLIDAY ON THE ISLE OF ELBA OR IN LIGURIA.

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