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Palaces of Genoa. Scents of the Riviera.

Genoa · Camogli · Cinque Terre · Santa Margherita · Portofino · San Fruttuoso

A private journey from the grand Rolli Palaces of Genoa to the seaside elegance of Portofino and the cliffside vineyards of Cinque Terre. Learn the art of mortar-made pesto, sail private bays, and taste heroic Sciacchetrà wines where the vines meet the sea.

Plan this journey with us
Your time
6 days / 5 nights
Your places
Genoa · Camogli
Cinque Terre · Santa Margherita
Portofino · San Fruttuoso
Your people
Private or small groups2–14 guests

In Liguria, aristocracy meets sea and stone.

Genoa's historic palaces and pesto making, private boating in Portofino, and heroic vineyards in Cinque Terre.

Two nights in Genoa immerse you in the splendour of La Superba. Wander through the medieval caruggi and admire the UNESCO-listed Via Garibaldi, before stepping into a private palace for an exclusive pesto masterclass using DOP basil and traditional marble mortars. Heading along the Riviera, explore the fishing heritage of Camogli and the seaside glamour of Portofino by private boat. In Cinque Terre, century-old terraced vineyards cling dramatically to the cliffs. Here, local vintners practice heroic viticulture, crafting rare wines and the legendary Sciacchetrà passito, best enjoyed right among the vines or on a private motorboat.

Your journey, day by day

6 days / 5 nights

Six days.The noble and maritime soul of Liguria.

  1. 01 Genova
  2. 02 Genova
  3. 03 Camogli, Portofino & San Fruttuoso
  4. 04 Cinque Terre
  5. 05 Cinque Terre
  6. 06 Riviera
01 Day 1 · Genova

Arrival in La Superba

A private driver meets you at Milan or Genoa Airport and takes you into the heart of Genoa. Check in to your luxury boutique hotel. The late afternoon is yours to relax before enjoying a welcome aperitivo on a panoramic rooftop terrace overlooking the harbour and historic spires. Tags:

Stay in Genoa · Private airport transfer - Welcome aperitivo

02 Day 2 · Genova

Aristocratic palaces & pesto masterclass

Explore Europe's largest medieval historic centre with your private guide, walking through narrow caruggi to the UNESCO World Heritage palaces of Via Garibaldi. In the afternoon, enjoy an exclusive private pesto masterclass inside a historic palace, discovering how Prà DOP basil, pine nuts, and Ligurian olive oil are transformed using marble mortars. Dinner is recommended at a fine dining restaurant along the old port.

Stay in Genoa · Private half-day guide · Historic centre & UNESCO palaces - Private Pesto Masterclass

03 Day 3 · Camogli, Portofino & San Fruttuoso

Riviera flavours & coastal coves

Travel along the coast to Camogli to taste authentic Focaccia di Recco at a historic bakery. From Santa Margherita, step aboard a private boat to cruise past Portofino's colourful harbour and the secluded abbey of San Fruttuoso. In the late afternoon, your driver brings you to Hotel Porto Roca in Monterosso, set on a dramatic cliffside overlooking Cinque Terre.

Stay in Monterosso · Private full-day guide · Private driver & boat · Bakery tasting · Portofino & San Fruttuoso

04 Day 4 · Cinque Terre

Heroic vineyards & village secrets

Discover the authentic soul of Cinque Terre with an expert private local guide. Explore Riomaggiore and Monterosso at an unhurried pace, escaping the main crowds to walk along ancient vineyard paths. Visit an estate such as Azienda Agricola CheO or Buranco to walk through hand-built stone terraces and taste heroic coastal wines alongside local delicacies.

Stay in Monterosso · Private full-day guide · Heroic vineyard visit & wine tasting

05 Day 5 · Cinque Terre

Private boat cruise & Sciacchetrà tasting

In the morning, embark on a 3-hour private motorboat cruise from Monterosso. Stop to swim in secluded coastal coves and enjoy fresh focaccia and wine on board. In the afternoon, meet a sommelier in Riomaggiore for a private tasting of the region's prized Sciacchetrà DOC passito wine paired with artisanal cheeses and savory snacks.

Stay in Monterosso · 3-hour private boat cruise · Private wine tasting in Riomaggiore

06 Day 6 · Riviera

Arrivederci, Riviera

Description: Enjoy breakfast overlooking the Mediterranean before your private transfer to Pisa, Florence, or Milan Malpensa Airport for your return flight.

Private airport transfer

The details, thoughtfully considered

Space to enjoy.
People to care for you.

From the first welcome to the final transfer, our team looks after the journey so you can be fully present.

Your final proposal will reflect dates, accommodation and any personal changes.

“We had absolutely wonderful drivers, guides, and hotels – such great people to work with.”
Sueann M. · Guest review, 2024
Maria Jose Lobos, Travel Designer

Maria Jose LobosTravel Designer

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