Discover the highlights of the Italian Riviera on a day trip from Genoa. Enjoy a private boat ride to Portofino, explore the iconic village, and taste authentic Genoese focaccia.
Meet your guide just steps from the cruise terminal and travel by private bus along the Ligurian coast to Rapallo. From here, enjoy a scenic boat ride to the world-famous village of Portofino, one of Italy’s most elegant seaside destinations.
Spend approximately 2 hours of free time in Portofino to explore at your own pace. Stroll around the harbor and Piazzetta, relax at a café, shop in charming boutiques, or walk to panoramic viewpoints overlooking the bay.
After returning by boat to Rapallo, head back to Genoa city center by bus. Here, enjoy a guided sightseeing tour highlighting Genoa’s main historical and cultural landmarks, including several UNESCO World Heritage sites, along with a tasting of authentic Genoese focaccia, a delicious local specialty.
The tour ends back at the original meeting point, ensuring a timely return to your cruise ship.
The tour is led by an English- and Spanish-speaking tour leader who will share insights about the places visited, explaining their geography, history, and interesting anecdotes along the way.
Choosing a guided tour is important because it allows you to truly understand what you are seeing: it’s not just a trip, but a richer and more engaging experience.