Genoa to Portofino: Scenic Riviera Bus Tour

Discover Genoa and Portofino on a scenic half-day tour. Enjoy breathtaking views, charming towns, and free time in Portofino. Book your adventure now!

Duration: 6 hours
Cancellation: 24 hours
Highlights
  • Portofino - A stunning fishing village and holiday destination, renowned for its charming harbour and historical ties to celebrities and artists. The town is nestled around its quaint harbour, famous for the vibrantly painted buildings lining the waterfront.
  • Boccadasse - Depart from Genoa and enjoy the breathtaking coastline.
  • Recco -…
What's Included
  • Live commentary in Italian and English
  • 3 hours free time in Portofino
  • Driver/guide
  • Round-trip shared transfer
  • In-vehicle air conditioning
  • Assistance on board
What's Not Included
  • Hotel pickup
  • Food and drinks
Additional Information

Embark on an unforgettable journey to explore Genoa, its stunning coastline, and the charming Portofino.
Begin your adventure from Genoa on a comfortable open-top panoramic bus and be mesmerized by the stunning views of the Riviera di Levante. Along the way, you will pass through some of Liguria’s most captivating spots, including Camogli, Santa…

Location
Via Fanti d'Italia
Show up at the meeting point 15 minutes before departure
Cancellation Policy

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

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Hrishikesh_p
Jun 24, 2025
Excellent tour, right on... - Excellent tour, right on time, great location and perfect timeline. If doing in summer be ready for open air bus with sunscreen etc.
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Edward_r
Jun 3, 2025
Great tour - Great tour with enthusiastic guide. Tour was definitely worth the money and time! Portofino is beautiful
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Wayne_m
May 8, 2025
Don't Miss it - It was was so enjoyable to to go on this excursion. and To enjoy the trip. I would recommend taking this trip . Our guide really knew their way around
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Arlene_h
May 8, 2025
Delightful with many interesting sights - A delightful trip. Wonderful scenery. The guide and driver were extremely helpful and knowledgeable. I highly recommend this trip.
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Thomas_w
Oct 28, 2023
Great tour to a beautiful location - First let me say that Portofino and the communities nearby are gorgeous. What a wonderful place to visit. Kudos to our staff that drove or bus to Portofino, the narrow and winding road askingo the way we're challenging but well handled, or guide have us gif background and knowledge of the area we were exploring. The 3 hour layover to explore Portofino on your own is perfect. Plenty to see, photograph and eat. And plenty of shopping if that's your thing. All in all a great day trip. Highly recommend for the price.
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L1520erlorraines
Aug 12, 2023
Genoa to Portofino - It was a great way to see Portofino by small coach. It is also an inexpensive way to travel and see the coast.
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David_e
Jun 20, 2024
It could have been a lot better. - Had serious challenges reaching the tour operator. Also the lady speaking with the microphone was speaking very low. Most of us couldn’t hear a thing considering it was an open roof shuttle.
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Kristin_e
Jun 30, 2025
Too hot on June 30 - It was very hot. There was no AC. It was the small red bus and it is not the red double decker bus. The top of the bus is open and you will get sun burn. The girl Georgia was informational. However it was very uncomfortable and people were pushing for the two seats in the front of the bus for the shade. The time is too long in stop. Restaurants and clothing stores are overly priced. It would be nice to see another town.
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Vacation60549999235
May 26, 2025
Disorganized Experience – Missed Portofino Excursion and No Refund - We booked the Portofino excursion from Genova with City Sightseeing, at 59€ per person — a fair price for what seemed like a well-structured experience. Unfortunately, what we encountered was completely disorganized and disappointing. We arrived at the correct meeting point on time, where a staff member told us (and several others) that the bus was full and we had to go to another stop. No one checked our booking or even asked what kind of tour we were taking. Everything felt rushed and chaotic, and without guidance or signage, we had to find our own way to a second stop — in a city we don’t know. Once there, another City Sightseeing bus driver informed us that the Portofino excursion had already departed from the original stop — the very place we had just been told to leave. He dropped us at an information center, where we were denied a refund and treated dismissively. Even a follow-up call to their customer service was met with hostility — the representative blamed us and hung up mid-call when we asked to explain. As a result, we never made it to Portofino. We had to improvise the rest of the day in central Genova, feeling frustrated and disappointed. So far, no refund has been issued, and the only response from City Sightseeing has been defensive, with no acknowledgement of the poor service. 59€ per person may be a fair price for a proper excursion — but when you receive nothing in return, it feels like a deep loss. I’ve escalated the issue to their central office and will update this post if it is resolved properly. Until then, I would advise future travelers to be cautious when booking excursions with City Sightseeing in Genova — especially if you’re not familiar with the area and expect a well-organized experience.
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K4653zpalexn
Oct 2, 2023
Not as advertised. - Not worth the money, book a train (less than 30 euro round trip) and go yourself. You will get the same views of the villages and sea as you would with this. The “Tour Guide” just read from a sheet a few facts along the way but otherwise did not engage with anyone. This was just a glorified shuttle. If you are looking for an actual tour, this is not it.
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From $69
up to 10 guests
1 - Adult
Cancellation: Free cancellation up to 24 hours before the start of your experience (local time).