The 10 Best Sightseeing Tours in Italian Riviera, Liguria

July 21, 2021 Osvaldo Hartline

Liguria, or the Italian Riviera, boasts a bounty of beaches and resort towns, such as tiny but tony Portofino and stylish Rapallo. Hiking trails lead from Portofino to the villages of Cinque Terre. The Riviera of the Setting Sun runs north from Genoa to the French border. Connected by an extensive rail network, most towns make easy daytrips from one another. Genoa is the region's principal city and is home to attractions from its famous Cathedral and the Palazzo Reale to an excellent aquarium.
Restaurants in Italian Riviera

1. Genoa Walking Tour: Discover Hidden Treasures and Street Food

Genova Piazza Principe, 16134 Genoa, Metropolitan City of Genoa, Italy Karl Ziegler Journeys
Excellent
0%
Good
0%
Satisfactory
0%
Poor
0%
Terrible
100%
Overall Ratings

5.0 based on 24 reviews

Trek through Genoa to discover the best places, hidden spots, best bars, small osterias, secret old shops, secluded squares: taste the real Focaccia and pesto (it was invented here) and the superb trofie at our preferred Restaurant. Be impressed by the phenomenal beauty of the ancient palaces, see the First " Jeans " textile, indeed were invented here... you will see. Drink tasty wine in real 'old style' bars in the old part of the city and wonder in front of the magic of an ancient Templar Hospital. And Welcome :-).

Inclusions: Street food, Drinks in the old Bars, Lunch in a Tipical Trattoria, All transports (Trains, Bus, Lifts, Cable-way), Aperitivo (one cocktail), Guide, All Fees and Taxes

Exclusions: Everything not listed in 'Inclusions'

Reviewed By d r

We had a great day! Thanks for all of the insights and information. And thanks for being prepared for the little rain and wind we encountered.

2. Small Group Tour: Cinque Terre with the Leaning Tower of Pisa

Piazza Adua, 50123 Firenze FI, Italy Tuscan Safari
Excellent
0%
Good
0%
Satisfactory
0%
Poor
0%
Terrible
100%
Overall Ratings

5.0 based on 7 reviews

Visit the historic towns of Manarola, Vernazza, and Riomaggiore with its terraced slopes, pastel squares, and numerous viewing points Reach Vernazza by boat and explore its harbor area and beach Make a stop, on the way back, in Pisa, visit the historical "Square of the Miracles" with the famous Leaning Tower, the Baptistery, Cathedral and Camposanto.

Inclusions: Drinks, Train tickets

Exclusions: Lunch, boat tickets

Reviewed By Lisa M

The day was good however a couple of constructive feedback points for you 1) when I first looked at the trip the meeting point was at the end of the road the hotel was on, however your e-ticket and website made us go to the main bus station 20 mins tram ride away and the tour guide commented as I hadn’t checked in a Julian’s Bar, as everyone else had. 2) the second point is to do with the final leg of the trip in Siena, when it was pouring with rain and we were about to head back to the bus and the tour guides boss had come up with another great idea for the small cost of €3 everyone could get the trenino back to the bus, half the clients didn’t want to do this and we were made to stand in the rain getting wet whilst the main tour guide waited for the trenino to arrive before the walkers were allowed to set off on foot back to the bus. Had I not stepped up and asked for the walkers to be allowed to walk with a guide without waiting, we would of been soaked!

3. Exclusive Cinque Terre Private Day Trip from Florence

Borgo Ognissanti, 70, 50123 Firenze FI, Italy Enotropea Wine Tours
Excellent
100%
Good
0%
Satisfactory
0%
Poor
0%
Terrible
0%
Overall Ratings

5.0 based on 7 reviews

Discover one of Italy’s most amazing destinations, the unforgettable Ligurian Coast of Cinque Terre, UNESCO World Heritage site. Enjoy scenic views of the 5 ingeniously constructed fishing villages. Apart from sightseeing, this tour is centered around wine and food autochthonous to the area and distinct in nature. You will be offered a professional wine tasting in one of the villages. Lunch will be provided in a restaurant overlooking the sea. Between the villages you will travel by well-connected trains. A relaxing boat ride is also included between 2 of the villages.

Inclusions: National Park fees, Lunch, Wine tasting, Private transportation, Air-conditioned vehicle, Certified sommelier/guide with you the entire day, 100% Private Tour, Pick-up

Exclusions: Gratuities

Reviewed By mesie2898

Absolutely the best day I had while visiting Italy. Angel was our guide for the entire day. At the first winery we had the pleasure of starting the visit with a tour of the vineyard in a horse-drawn cart, followed by a fantastic lunch with km0 products. Visit to the village of Suvereto and finish with more wine in a family winery where they create one of the most appreciated wines in Italy. I can say with certainty that this day was one of, if not the best day of our vacation in Tuscany.

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

Raphael Tours in Genoa
Excellent
100%
Good
0%
Satisfactory
0%
Poor
0%
Terrible
0%
Overall Ratings

5.0 based on 1 reviews

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!

Inclusions: Air-conditioned vehicle, Private transportation, Private English Speaking Driver

Exclusions:

5. Pisa and the Cinque Terre from the Livorno Cruise Port

Porto di Livorno, Italie, Calata Sgarallino, 1, 57123 Livorno LI, Italy Special Tour NCC
Excellent
100%
Good
0%
Satisfactory
0%
Poor
0%
Terrible
0%
Overall Ratings

5.0 based on 4 reviews

Private Tour of the Splendid Pisa and the Cinque Terre. The day will start in Pisa with a short car tour of the city where you can admire: - The Lungarni - The Church of Santa Maria della Spina - The Scotto Garden and the San Gallo Bastion - The Viale delle Piagge - The Church of San Michele degli Scalzi with its leaning bell tower Stop in Piazza dei Miracolo to admire the Leaning Tower, the Duomo and the Baptistery. You will then be led to the Cinque Terre and accompanied by Porto Venere where you can take the boat to visit which and how many of the Cinque Terre you will want. The driver will wait for you in Porto Venere to take you back to the Port of Livorno in comfort.  

Inclusions: All Fees and Taxes, Private transportation, WiFi on board, Bottled water

Exclusions: Lunch, Ticket for the boat

Reviewed By dokeydog1973

Our family used this wonderful company for a day trip from the port. From the driver, Simone, waiting for us (with a smile) at the port terminal as we exited the cruise boat to telling our group of seven all about Tuscany (as we drove towards Florence), this adventure was outstanding. Simone (being born and raised in Pisa), was well versed on past and current happenings of this beautiful area. His recommendation for a place for lunch could not have been more spot on. It turned out to be the highlight of our 12 day holiday. Simone comes with our highest recommendation and we look forward to using your company services in the near future. Thank you again!

Kultours- Best French Riviera Tours
Excellent
100%
Good
0%
Satisfactory
0%
Poor
0%
Terrible
0%
Overall Ratings

5.0 based on 3 reviews

Get a taste of 3 countries. Enjoy one of the most picutresque villages in Southern Frnace, feel the cultural and geographical differences between the French and Italian Riviera and enjoy a delicious Italian breakfast and get some of the glitz and glamor of the Principality of Monaco, all in one day! As a Government licensed guide, I will not be happy to help you, but you will not be disappointed. I am a one-woman-company, so all my tours are conducted by myself.

Inclusions: Private transportation, Air-conditioned vehicle, Bottled water

Exclusions: Lunch

Reviewed By imscribe

Ingrid is full of historic, trivia, & tidbit facts/information about the entire French Riviera. We hired her for 2 days and she never disappointed us. Learned much about Nice, coastline, Eze, Monaco, Monte Carlo. 3 countries in ONE hour - she made it happened! France, Italy & Monaco. She told us it was the "perfect" time of the year to visit - few tourists & reduced prices, including hotel & shops. 2nd day was spent in Antibes (where Picasso lived 5 months/1946), small family run winery, St. Paul de Vence & more. Picnics both days - breathtaking views of countryside. She brought cloth tablecloths/wine glasses - niceities to add to experience!.Our trip seems surreal now, but we have boundless treasured memories thanks to Ingrid!

7. Genoa Private Daytrip from Milan by Car

City Life, 20145 Milano MI, Italy Milan Tours
Excellent
100%
Good
0%
Satisfactory
0%
Poor
0%
Terrible
0%
Overall Ratings

5.0 based on 1 reviews

What if I told you that there is a hidden gem in the North, a place that few people regard, totally off the beaten path yet only 2 hours away from Milan… what if I told you that this place, nevertheless, once used to be the dominating force in the Mediterranean? What if I told you Christopher Columbus and Marco Polo… what if I told you Italy’s main harbour, where almost all emigrants left from towards the United States of America, and so maybe even your own Italian ancestors? A city you have never seen before as such, great in its medieval glory, devotional to the sea yet embraced by tall mountains, the most densely built medieval city centre of Europe, buildings as old as 900 years yet still normally inhabited - daily life and hidden activities? Oh you would only dream to visit such a town, if only you knew it existed. This I heard so often before: If only I knew … Well, now you know. Don’t miss Genoa. I will take you there.

Inclusions: Private transportation

Exclusions: No food and beverages included.

8. E-bike tour in Genova

Piazza De Marini, P.za De Marini, 16123 Genova GE, Italy TreeCycle Genoa
Excellent
100%
Good
0%
Satisfactory
0%
Poor
0%
Terrible
0%
Overall Ratings

5.0 based on 4 reviews

Treecycle brings you to discover the most unusual and beautiful places in town, out off the beaten tracks! The staff is made by local and enthusiastic guys and girls, that love their city and want to share with you its secrets and treasures; furthermore, we work only with small groups in order to guarantee a top quality level and to offer a tour tailored on you!

Inclusions: Snacks

Exclusions:

Reviewed By Relax01079708809

It was awesome to discovert the beauty of Genova and to ride along the sea by electrobike. We had a lot of fun! Thank you Gavino for your interessting historical explanaitons about Genova and the great restorant recommandation! We did the 4 hours tour and went to Boccadasse, Nervi, Castello and discoverd Genovas labyrinth of little streets. It was a perfect day and the best way to see Genova.

9. Exclusive Private Shore Excursion to Cinque Terre from La Spezia port

La Spezia Cruise Terminal, Largo Michele Fiorillo, 19124 La Spezia SP, Italy Ciao Florence Tours and Travels
Excellent
100%
Good
0%
Satisfactory
0%
Poor
0%
Terrible
0%
Overall Ratings

5.0 based on 1 reviews

Discover one of the most beautiful and favorite places in Italy with our private shore excursion. Explore the villages of Cinque Terre accompanied by our tour leader. Once you arrive at the port of La Spezia, our escort will be waiting for you at the cruise terminal. From there, you will make a 20-minute walk, between the small streets of La Spezia, to arrive at the train station from where you will begin this adventure. Visit Vernazza, one of the pearls that are part of Cinque Terre. This village is the one with the most picturesque views. During your excursion in Vernazza, you will enjoy some free time to discover the village. In Monterosso you will find different attractions besides restaurants and shops, without a doubt it is where you will find more variety of places to eat, besides having time to take a bath! In Riomaggiore, you can walk through its narrow streets where you will enjoy beautiful landscapes.

Inclusions: Meeting point at the port, Expert tour leader, Cinque Terre Card, daily pass to the trains that you will need to go from one village to another, Wifi in the train station of each village, Access to the bathrooms (except in La Spezia), Worry-free Shore Excursion Guarantee: guaranteed on-time return to your ship.

Exclusions:

Reviewed By J Adam K

Took the walking tour today with Safe as our guide. Wonderful experience. Safe spoke flawless English and his passion for Florence, art and history was addicting. We hope to do something similar in the future.

10. Portofino and S. Margherita with lunch at the mill - private walk and boat tour

16038 Santa Margherita Ligure, Metropolitan City of Genoa, Italy BeautifuLiguria
Excellent
100%
Good
0%
Satisfactory
0%
Poor
0%
Terrible
0%
Overall Ratings

5.0 based on 1 reviews

Visit the pearls of Portofino gulf at your own pace with a passionate private guide and enjoy a typical lunch at an old mill just above Portofino village. Move from one village to the other with a panoramic trip by boat that will allow you to admire the beautiful coast and enjoy the best views. Visit the elegant coastal resort of Santa Margherita Ligure with its painted palaces, lush gardens, and villas. Reach Portofino by boat. Take a walk around the village with the famous small square overlooking the sea, the beautiful church of San Giorgio perched on the rocks and the castle. From Portofino reach the old mill in the heart of Portofino Natural Park with private transportation. Taste local specialties such as Corzetti hand-made pasta and pesto. Depending on your preferences, you can start the tour in Santa Margherita Ligure or Portofino. The schedule is flexible and the tour can be customized based on your interests. Guide at disposal only for you. No rush or strict schedule.

Inclusions: Enjoy a special lunch with local specialties at an old mill just above Portofino village, Private transportation to and from the mill, Private guide, Public boat tickets, Hotel pick-up

Exclusions:

Reviewed By caznewland

Genoa was such an interesting city, we enjoyed the old town, markets and our guide clearly knew the city well. The Pesto cooking class was a revelation, I've ordered my own pestle and mortar!!

ThingsTodoPost © 2018 - 2024 All rights reserved.