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Genoa and Portofino Day Trip from Milan: Italian Riviera Exploration
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204 Ratings
Milano
Experience the highlights of the Italian Riviera with a full-day tour of Genoa and Portofino from Milan! Following a guided stroll through Genoa, enjoy free time to discover the distinctive features of these diverse coastal cities. Merge Genoa’s seafaring history with the elegant seaside vistas of Portofino on this unforgettable day trip from Milan!
Experience the highlights of the Italian Riviera with a full-day tour of Genoa and Portofino from Milan! Following a guided stroll through Genoa, enjoy free time to discover the distinctive features of these diverse coastal cities. Merge Genoa’s seafaring history with the elegant seaside vistas of Portofino on this unforgettable day trip from Milan!
Duration:
12 hours
Cancellation:
24 hours
Highlights
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Cattedrale di San Lorenzo - Duomo di Genova - As the largest medieval town in Europe, Genoa retains the allure of the ancient maritime republic. The Ancient Harbor, redesigned in 1992 by architect Renzo Piano, and the maze of narrow alleyways in the old town are just a couple of the city’s numerous attractions.
Upon arrival in Genoa’s downtown, a…
- Cattedrale di San Lorenzo - Duomo di Genova - As the largest medieval town in Europe, Genoa retains the allure of the ancient maritime republic. The Ancient Harbor, redesigned in 1992 by architect Renzo Piano, and the maze of narrow alleyways in the old town are just a couple of the city’s numerous attractions.
Upon arrival in Genoa’s downtown, a professional guide will lead an inspiring walking tour through the city’s heart.
- Castello Brown - Enjoy free time to explore Portofino, the crescent-shaped seaside village, whose beauty has been celebrated for centuries by writers and poets like Guy de Maupassant.
The journey concludes with a boat return to Santa Margherita, where a coach will be ready to take you back to Milan.
- Santa Margherita Ligure - Take some free time for lunch and to explore the vibrant village of Santa Margherita Ligure on the Tigullio Gulf, also known as the Dolphins Gulf due to the frequent sightings of large dolphin schools. From here, embark on a mini-cruise to the picturesque fishing village of Portofino.
What's Included
- Professional guide
- Roundtrip boat ride from Santa Margherita Ligure to Portofino
- In-vehicle air conditioning
- Hotel pick up (if option selected)
- 2-hour Genoa walking tour
- Professional guide
- Roundtrip boat ride from Santa Margherita Ligure to Portofino
- In-vehicle air conditioning
- Hotel pick up (if option selected)
- 2-hour Genoa walking tour
What's Not Included
- Gratuities
- Food and drinks, unless specified
- Entrance fees to attractions
- Gratuities
- Food and drinks, unless specified
- Entrance fees to attractions
Additional Information
- Times indicated in the program and order of the visit are subject to possibile changes due to traffic problems and/or organizational requirements to ensure full enjoyment of the tour.
- Times indicated in the program and order of the visit are subject to possibile changes due to traffic problems and/or organizational requirements to ensure full enjoyment of the tour.
Location
Milan Visitor Center - Zani Viaggi
Largo Cairoli
Corner with largo Cairoli 18, departure from bus stop next to the agency.
Please be ready at the meeting point 15 minutes before the departure of the tour.
Cancellation Policy
For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.
For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.
Customer Ratings
4.2
(204 Ratings)
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William_r
May 2, 2025
Mónica and Donato took... - Mónica and Donato took care of us incredible professional
We had an incredible time
Congratulations to both of them
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Zoriana_k
May 1, 2025
We had an amazing... - We had an amazing experience ! Our tour guide Monica was very knowledgeable. The driver Donato was very experienced . Highly recommend this trip!
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L2210tbmarkc
Feb 2, 2025
MSC Excursion to Portofino - It was a beautiful day with sunshine in January. We took the 50 minute bus trip from the Genoa port to Camogli. we stopped outside the city and walked down for about 20 minutes to the port in Camolgi. We had about one hour to visit shops and sight see. We then board a bot to Portofino, quite crowded with 6 bus full of tourists on the one boat. We sat in the stern to get some better pictures, everyone rushed to the top deck. We traveled along the coast and slowed down to see Abbazia di San Fruttuoso. We did not stop and went on to Portofino. Everyone had 2 hours to sight see, we decided for a lunch along the water. After that, we took the boat to Santa Margherita Ligure. Again about 45 minutes of sightseeing and then the 50 minute trip back to the boat by bus.
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N6147uzevec
Dec 26, 2024
Norwegian cruise to Genoa - The rickshaw driver was excellent. Touring Columbus house was an event. The historical stories of church of Magdalena was fascinating. He took us to eat delicacies like farinata, that is a must and crave it forever
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Henry_e
Oct 20, 2024
If u can stand the drive, worth the visit - These day trips are a great way to see more of Italy. Nice walking tour of Genoa followed by a visit to Santa Margarita for lunch and boat ride/visit to Portofino. It’s an all day trip, so be prepared for about 5 hours total bus time.
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Jose_r
Oct 16, 2024
Monica Made it Fun! - We had a great experience with Monica as our guide. She’s not only knowledgeable but friendly, helpful and funny.
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Renee_g
Oct 14, 2024
Wonderful adventure in Italy - Each stop gave great memories there was always something exciting to see. Our guide Elizabeth was AWESOME very knowledgable and kept the group on track. It was a nice break from the bus to take a boat across Lake Como. Her English was perfect.
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Nandakumar_n
Oct 9, 2024
A journey to the past.... well planned - The entire trip was well organized. Tour guide "Monica" from Zani Viaggi (tour operator, Milan) was very friendly, knowledgeable, professional and Jovial.
The tour covered right tourist spots, The experience of navigating narrow alleys in Genoa, a historical city and the port, was memorable. Got to know the origin of Strauss-Levi's jeans.
Santa Margarita, beach town is a beautiful place one must visit. Visiting and seeing House of Columbus, took us to the adventurous past when sea transport was the only medium to connect the rest of the world.
Portofino is a small and crowded place flocked by tourists around the world.
Overall it was an excellent experience.
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Salvatorecc7325nm
Oct 24, 2024
Genoa & Portofino - We had a great day trip. Pick up was smooth and the bus ride was pleasant. Less time in Genoa and more time in Portofino would have been preferred.
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Katie_g
Oct 13, 2024
Ok - Portofino & St Margherita are lovely. But only had one hour in each. Tour time had too much time allocated in Genoa. itinerary should reduce Genoa to one hour and allow more time for the others. Couldn't even look around in St M if you had lunch.
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