Shore Excursion: Portofino & Santa Margherita Ligure Private Day Trip from Genoa

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About this activity

During your journey in Genoa you can’t miss a day trip to Portofino and Santa Margherita Ligure.

A drive will pick you up in Genoa, at your hotel or at the port, and he will take you first to the charming Portofino. Once arrived go ahead and walk around the main square “La Piazzetta”, and then go up to Saint George’s church and the Brown’s Castle, where you can admire one of the most exclusive views of the Ligurian coastline.

Enjoy your lunch in Portofino and then, you will be taken to Santa Margherita Ligure. It is a lovely fishermen village, with antique house and modern luxurious hotels. Relax while eating "gelato", the italian ice cream, and walk through the streets of “Santa”, as it is called from locals.

At the end of your tour your driver will take you back to Genoa, while you will keep memories of this wonderful day very longer!

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At a glance

Duration: 8 hours
Confirmation: Instant confirmation
Ticket: Mobile or paper ticket accepted
Group: Your group only
People per booking: 1–8
Operated by: Raphael Tours & Events

Ages: Adults (0–99 years)

What is included

Included

Included: Private transportation
Included: Private English Speaking Driver
Included: In-vehicle air conditioning: Air-conditioned vehicle

Not included

Not included: Gratuites
Not included: Private guide ( this is not a guided tour)

Itinerary

Old Port

Passing by

Your driver meets you at the lobby of your hotel or at the cruise terminal to take you to Portofino and Santa Margherita Ligure, two of the most appreciated places in Italy and all over the world!
Portofino

1 h 30 min

Portofino is an exclusive town and famous vacation destination for Italians and tourists. It is known for its tiny harbour and colourful houses. You may recognise its uniqueness in some famous Hollywood movies. Here you can spend your time strolling the main square “La Piazzetta” and enjoying the unique view from Brown’s Castle.
Castello Brown

30 min Admission not included

Castello Brown is a castle that you can find up a hill in Portofino. It is on a high part of the town useful in the middle ages to defend Portofino from the enemies. From here you can admire the view of the harbour and shoreline of Portofino.
Santa Margherita Ligure

2 hours

Santa Margherita Ligure is a fishermen town with a port used in the past and nowadays for fishing purposes and transportation. In the historical centre you admire the magnificent baroque architecture of the Sanctuary of Signora della Rosa. A typical food that distinguishes “Santa” are red shrimp, a product loved by the inhabitants and enjoyed by tourist in typical seafood restaurants.

Meeting point and pickup

The operator picks every participant up from their accommodation or the points below.

Pickup points

Genoa cruise terminal
Hotel De Ville
Locanda di Palazzo Cicala
Albergo Caffaro
Hotel Galata
Hotel Nologo
Mini Hotel
Hotel Assarotti
Hotel Acquario
Hotel Vittoria Orlandini
NH Genova Centro
Hotel della Posta

and 50 more pickup points

Your driver meets you at the lobby of your hotel or at the exit of your ship.

Cancellation

Free cancellation

For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.

If you cancel	You get back
At least one day before	100%
Less than a day before	0%

The operator may cancel if the weather does not allow it; you then get another date or your money back.

Good to know

Service animals allowed
Specialized infant seats are available
Suitable for all physical fitness levels
Infant seats available, advise at time of booking
This is not a guided tour , you will have a driver at your disposal but not the guide