Shore Excursion: Private Portofino and Tigullio Coast Experience from Savona Port

Sightseeing  :  Italy  :  Liguria  :  Savona  :  Ports Of Call Tours

Disembark your cruise ship and take a tour of Mediterranean villages with your private driver. Start in the popular resort town of Portofino, where you will see the church of San Giorgio. Then, head to the small fishing village of Camogli to enjoy lunch and get to know the locals. Return to the cruise ship at the end of the day.Meet your driver at the Savona pier after disembarking your cruise ship. From there, make the scenic coastal drive to Portofino. Upon your arrival, begin a leisurely walking tour in the city center. Observe the lush hillside forests and quaint air of the town as your driver gives you the background of the area. Learn of how Portofino once served as a Phoenician Port, then as the Republic of Genoa. If you so choose, you may tour the Oratory of Santa Maria Assunta or even the church of San Giorgio. Walk to the lighthouse and through the Regional Park to face the tranquil Tigullio Gulf.

In the afternoon, you will be transferred to Camogli, a traditional fishing village on the Tigullio coast. The houses painted in strong colors attract locals and tourists alike. After a short walk, the driver will give you some free time to enjoy a typical Ligurian lunch if you prefer. The chauffeur will recommend some of the local specialties such as pasta col pesto, an absolute must if you enjoy pesto, focaccia di recco, or any of the local fish dishes. At the end of your day trip, you will be returned to your cruise ship at the Savona port.