Things to do in Portofino, Liguria: The Best Private Tours

August 21, 2021 Viva Honore

One of the most popular resort towns on the Italian Riviera, little Portofino has just over 500 permanent residents. But that all changes on summer days when the sun is shining and the yachting set drops anchor in the harbor to wander about. Boutiques, art galleries, cafes and restaurants line the tiny streets. Diving, hiking and beach-going are popular local pastimes, and there are even some historic sights like the Church of St. Martin (Divo Martino) and the Castello Brown hilltop fortress.
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1. Portofino private boat tour

Molo Umberto I, 4, 16034 Portofino GE, Italy BeautifuLiguria
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Onboard of a private motorboat, you will discover Portofino gulf and its natural protected area from a different perspective, from the sea. Departing from Portofino, you’ll explore the most secluded coves where you will have the possibility to swim in the clear blue water. You will admire the impressive cliffs and the untouched Mediterranean vegetation of this protected area. You will reach the amazing cove of San Fruttuoso, with the medieval abbey, built right on the beach and the “Cristo degli Abissi”, the famous underwater statue that you can admire snorkeling in the bay. Then you will reach Camogli, one of the most picturesque villages of the Italian Riviera with its row of tall, colorful houses and the cozy fishing harbor. Disembark for a stroll and then jump back on board to return to Portofino. - The tour can depart from Portofino or Santa Margherita Ligure - Aperitif on board - Towels and snorkeling apparel on board

Inclusions: 3 hours private boat tour, English speaking captain

Exclusions: Hotel pickup and drop-off, Gratuities, Travel insurance

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!!

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

Raphael Tours in Genoa
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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

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3. Genova Shore Excursion : Monterosso and Portofino Private tour

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Venture into Monterosso for 8-hours on a private tour, which is near the westernmost of the Cinque Terre. Enjoy views of the old town and new town that's linked to Fegina. Explore the town of Santa Margherita Ligure, which was colonized by various groups, such as the Romans, Saracens and Napoleonic Domination. Learn about Margherita becoming apart of the Kingdom of Italy. Visit Portofino to learn about the Roman colonization that's recognized for having a large inhabited are of dolphins. This tour includes transportation by air-conditioned minivan, port pickup and WiFi on board.

Inclusions: Air-conditioned vehicle, Free Wifi on board on all most our vehicles, Private transportation, ENGLISH SPEAKING DRIVER, Port pick up and drop off

Exclusions: Lunch, Bottled water

Reviewed By FarAway620912

I hired Mauricio in the past Oct 2019! We had a great tour, great food and of course great wines. Bolgheri is a wonderful place worth to visit! It's very close to Piombino dock! Thanks

4. Portofino & Santa Margherita Ligure Private Tour by Train from Genoa & Boat Ride

Piazzale Stazione Marittima Parking, Piazzale Stazione Marittima, 16126 Genova GE, Italy Guided Tours of Genoa
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If you are staying in Genoa or passing by with a cruise, you cannot miss the chance to visit Portofino and Santa Margherita Ligure. You will visit these towns thanks to the help of a local that will guide you along this journey. Reach Santa Margherita Ligure by train and spend some leisure time in this amazing town overlooking the sea. Taste some freshly baked Focaccia, which is a typical flat bread of the Ligurian coast. Once you finish your tour of Santa Margherita Ligure, catch the ferry to the Portofino. While on the ferry don’t forget to look outside, enjoy the breeze and marvel at the spectacular views of Santa and Portofino from a unique point of view. As you arrive in Portofino you will have some time to stroll around the Piazzetta and go up to Brown’s Castle to marvel at the stunning view from land. This tour is truly a once in a lifetime opportunity to visit two of the most exclusive towns of Italy in just one day!

Inclusions: Professional Guide, Private tour, Ferry ticket, Train tickets

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Reviewed By Z1564SZmichaels

Our tour guide was amazing! We highly recommend her for anyone doing tours in Genoa. Very informative and answered all our questions.

5. Tour from Genoa to Portofino,Santa Margherita and Camogli

Stazione Marittima, Ponte Dei Mille, 1, 16126 Genova GE, Italy Enrico Limousine Service - Tours
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Departure at 9 am from Genoa cruise terminal, arrival at the harbor of Santa Margherita at about 9:45 am, from where, in about 20 minutes, you can reach Portofino by boat, visit of Portofino and return by boat to Santa Margherita at 12:30, tour of the village of Santa Margherita and lunch in a typical trattoria. After lunch, through the pass of La Ruta, overlooking the Mount of Portofino, we reach Camogli by car, visit of the picturesque old town and at around 3:30 pm we return back to Genoa along the coastal road, with a stop to the center before to back on board.

Inclusions: Bottled water, WiFi on board

Exclusions: Lunch, Tickets for ferry boat

Reviewed By Barbara R

Excellent service provided. On time and driver extremely friendly and competent. Needed to get to verona for opera. Appreciated how skillful the driver was negotiating small streets and making certain we were in the right place before leaving. Transporting a family of 8.

6. Private Tour to Portofino and Santa Margherita from Genoa Cruise Port or Hotel

Genoa, Metropolitan City of Genoa, Italy Tour Travel & More Italy
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The Italian Riviera or Ligurian Riviera is the narrow coastal strip which lies between the Ligurian Sea and the mountain chain formed by the Maritime Alps and the Apennines. During this private tour you will get to know the beautiful area of Portofino, where is known to be as the place to live the “dolce vita”, and it is one of the oldest resort areas in Italy. You will discover the most wanderful views of the Italina Riviera with your private official tour guide. Of course you will have some free time (with your guide´s recommendation) for a wonderful Italian lunch before driving back to Genoa. - SAVE COVID-19 SAFE - As this is a private tour we take care of maintaining social distance

Inclusions: Private luxury vehicle disposition for 8 hours, Private official tour guide for 8 hours in Portofino and Santa Margherita, Private pick up and drop off in Genoa, Local Taxes, Private Tour, SAVE COVID-19 SAFE

Exclusions: Entrance fees, Food and drinks

Reviewed By Fady1958

This time we have chosen to discover Palermo in a walking tour. That was our first time in Palermo and our guide, knowing this detail, made a point in explaining and making us discover the main landmarks of this beautiful Sicilian city. After that he suggested a wonderful local restaurant where we had lunch and it was indeed very good food reasonably priced and the restaurant was full of local people, which is, when you don't know a city, the best token for good quality. After lunch our guide walked us back to our cruise. Thank you very much Tour Travel for this great experience

7. Andrea Boat Charter Portofino

Molo Umberto I, 3, 16034 Portofino GE, Italy Portofino Taxi Boat
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The passion for the sea, the beauty of our villages and the desire to meet new people and make them fall in love with our country is my "mission". Try, I'm ready!

Inclusions: Private transportation, WiFi on board, Use of Snorkelling equipment, Bottled water, Soda/Pop, on request

Exclusions: Lunch, Gratuities

Reviewed By PasMal1982

I reached Andrea via WhatsApp trying to find a last-minute boat taxi to San Fruttuoso the following morning. He was immediate with his response, set up a taxi for me, and even offered to reach out to his contact at the beach club in San Fruttuoso to reserve chairs for us the next day. We ended up having his dad take us to SF the next day. Just a really pleasant experience all around that Andrea made flawless for us. Can't ask for better customer service. If you're looking for boat services around Portofino, this is your guy!

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

16038 Santa Margherita Ligure, Metropolitan City of Genoa, Italy BeautifuLiguria
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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

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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!!

9. Portofino hiking gourmet - private tour

16038 Santa Margherita Ligure, Metropolitan City of Genoa, Italy BeautifuLiguria
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Spend a day immersed in the unique natural setting of Portofino Natural Park. Your expert private guide will accompany you along the marvelous trail that links the villages of Santa Margherita Ligure and Portofino. You will walk among lush Mediterranean vegetation, olive groves and amazing cliffs admiring breathtaking sea views. The first part of the trail is uphill and follows one of the typical Ligurian country roads flanked by dry stone walls, then it continues almost flat, following the coast till reaching a perfectly restored old mill. Here you will enjoy a delicious lunch tasting local recipes such as Corzetti hand made pasta seasoned with freshly made pesto, farm to table vegetable pies, local cheeses and salami, accompanied by the only beer made in Portofino. Take your time to relax and then continue to Portofino with private transportation or walking. Take a stroll and maybe a gelato in the lovely small square overlooking the sea.

Inclusions: Lunch, Private guide - 3 hours, Hotel pick-up

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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!!

10. Ligurian Sea Day Sailing Trip by Set Sail Tours/ Lavagna, Italy

Via Porto Turistico, 48, 16033 Lavagna GE, Italy Set Sail Tours
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We are reasonably flexible with the itinerary as we are a completely private excursion..You can be "hands on" or just sit back, relax and enjoy the view. Be aware that our prices are based on a "minimum" of 4 persons. We will take 1,2,or3, but the 4 person minimum will apply. Simply enter your number of persons to reflect the correct price, all inclusive.

Inclusions: A cold lunch is included along with drinks, and a fruit snack. Drinks consist of beer, wine, coke, and water.

Exclusions: Towels are not provided, you must bring your own as well as sunscreen.

Reviewed By Maps36448749453

What an experience! The day starts off with Captain Mike's gracious welcome onboard the Calmacuor. He is capable and informed, providing his guests the utmost professionalism. The coast in and around Lavagna has lots to offer. Gorgeous waters. Snorkelling. Classic Italian scenery. Even dolphins if you are lucky. The menu and food are all prepared by Mike himself and are just delicous. We highly recommend this tour. The value for money cannot be beat. We will be back ! Thank you for the memories

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