Excursion Santa margherita & portofino tour at Genoa

Experience the rich traditions, history and beautiful landscapes of the best-known resorts of the Italian Riviera during this scenic, half-day visit to Santa Margherita and Portofino.

Santa Margherita Ligure, Coastal Cruise, Walking Tour, Free Time

Meet your guide at the pier, walk a short distance and step aboard your local Motor boat chartered for Silversea Only towards the lovely Santa Margherita Ligure.

This short coastal cruise (15 minutes only) will allow you to take stunning photos of the beautiful coast between the two villages.

Once arrived in Santa Margherita, your guide will lead you in a guided tour to explore this lovely town.

Nestled in a sheltered bay along one of the most enchanting stretches of coastline, this beautiful town is rightly considered the Pearl of Tigullio.

Rooted in the days of ancient Rome, Santa Margherita Ligure is marked by an intense and fascinating history. Over the centuries it has witnessed devastation and rebirth, suffered occupation by Saracen pirates, and its identity has been shaped by these ups and downs.

After a guided tour of the centre, you will have some free time to explore independently.

Portofino, Walking Tour, Church of St. George

Return then to Portofino with the local Motorboat and explore this village with your guide.

Portofino is one of the most iconic places of the Italian Riviera, All over the world, in fact, they know the image of this magnificent seaside village, nestled in the green headland, with its tall colorful houses arranged in a semi-circle around the famous Piazzetta.

The guide will also take you to the church of St. George, which is a very small temple built on the cliff of the picturesque promontory. During its history this church has been destroyed several times since it was built in 1154.

After the guided tour, walk back to the pier or enjoy more time in Portofino on your own.

Points of interests

Points of interest seen on this excursion include: Short coastal cruise by local motorboat (for Silversea Only), Santa Margherita Ligure, walking tour, free time, Portofino

Note

Please note: This tour involves a moderate to extensive amount of activity, including 1.5 km of walking (sometimes over cobblestone surfaces and uphill path) and 3 steps to board the boat, making this tour less suitable for guests with walking difficulties and not accessible for those in wheelchairs. Guests must be able to board and exit the boat on their own. Though Boat is simple and not a luxury one, it is private to Silversea and can carry up to 180 guests. Guests prone to seasickness may not find this tour suitable as there is a total of 30 minutes of travel by boat. Children as young as 3 may participate on this tour accompanied by an adult. There is a strict dress code for guests wanting to enter the church; shorts and tank tops are not allowed; guests with bare shoulders must bring a scarf. Otherwise wear comfortable shoes clothing and expect some sun exposure. Space on this tour is somewhat limited; we suggest you book in advance to avoid disappointment. Tour itinerary order may vary.