Travelling along the crystal clear Ligurian Sea, this not-to-be-missed tour combines the history, beauty, and glamour of both the Italian and French Rivieras. In Italy, you’ll visit Cinque Terre, a UNESCO-recognized world heritage site, as well as the colourful seaside towns of Rapallo, Santa Margherita Liguria, Portofino, and more. Onwards to the French Riviera, where you’ll experience the excitement and elegance of coastal towns including Monte Carlo, Eze, Nice, and Cannes.
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DAY 1: MILAN TO GENOA
This morning, depart from Milan (departure is also available from Genoa). Discover Genoa, a port city and the capital of northwest Italy's Liguria region. See all the highlights of the beautiful coastal city and learn about the city’s history and innovations. Enjoy the rest of the day at leisure to explore this fascinating city.
Accommodation at the Starhotel President, Genoa, or similar
DAY 2: RAPALLO, SANTA MARGHERITA LIGURE & PORTOFINO
Today you will be invited to taste focaccia, a typical local kind of bread in both versions, regular and with cheese. Afterward, depart to Rapallo, a charming coastal town on the Italian Riviera. Walk along the promenade, which is one of the best places to see the sights of the port city. Continue to Santa Margherita Ligure, one of the most attractive and charming in the Riviera.
In the afternoon, travel to experience the beauty of Portofino, a seaside town, one of the most popular resort towns on the Italian Riviera. The town is known for its colorfully painted buildings that line the shore. The town is clustered around its half-moon-shaped harbor filled with yachts and fishing boats. Afterward, return to Genoa for the evening. Meals: B
Accommodation at the Starhotel President, Genoa, or similar
DAY 3: PORTO VENERE & CINQUE TERRE
Breakfast at the hotel and departure to the medieval fishing village of Porto Venere, a Riviera jewel overlooking the Gulf of La Spezia. Continue by ferry (depending on weather conditions) to Cinque Terre. Cinque Terre is a rugged coastline on the Italian Riviera and consists of the five stunning hillside towns Monterosso, Vernazza, Corniglia, Manarola, and Riomaggiore. Enjoy free time to explore on your own.
In the afternoon, return to Genoa. Meals: B
Accommodation at the Starhotel President, Genoa, or similar
DAY 4: LAIGUEGLIA, FINALBORGO, MONACO & NICE
Breakfast at the hotel and transfer to the western coast of Liguria. Arrive in Laigueglia, a picturesque and tiny village of fishermen with charming beaches. Continue to Finalborgo, a medieval village at the bottom of the mountains where the Alps meet the Apennines.
In the afternoon, continue on to Monaco. Pass by the Grimaldi Prince's Palace and stop for pictures in front of the cathedral where American actress Grace Kelly became Princess Grace is buried. Continue with a drive around Montecarlo, home of the Grand Prix and the Montecarlo Casino, where many movies are filmed. Continue on to Nice for the night. Meals: B
Accommodation at the Mercure Grimaldi, Nice, or similar
DAY 5: ST. TROPEZ, ST. RAPHAEL & ESTEREL COAST
After breakfast at the hotel, enjoy an excursion to the French Rivera. Visit St. Raphael and St. Tropez which are famous for their beautiful beaches. In the afternoon, travel back to Nice through the Esterel Coast, known for its beautiful panorama of cliffs and the beautiful sea. Meals: B
Accommodation at the Mercure Grimaldi, Nice, or similar
DAY 6: ST. PAUL DE VENCE, GRASSE & CANNES
Enjoy breakfast at the hotel before heading to St Paul de Vance, a small medieval town with an artistic heritage. You’ll see the remains of medieval walls and landscapes that influenced many artists.
Stop in the town of Grasse for lunch (not included) and to visit its beautiful town center and cathedral. It’s also home to the largest perfumeries in France, so be sure to do some shopping! Afterward, stop in Cannes, home of the famous film festival and beautiful beaches. You’ll return to the hotel in Nice for the night. Meals: B
Accommodation at the Mercure Grimaldi, Nice, or similar
DAY 7: NICE, EZE, NOLI & MILAN
After breakfast, transfer to Eze, a beautiful medieval village on the hills between Nice and the Italian border. After visiting the old town of Eze, depart to Liguria with a stop for visiting Noli, a charming Italian Riviera fishing town. After the visit, continue to Milan. Meals; B