Enjoy 3 nights in Rapallo and 3 in Cinque Terre, with private guided excursions to Portofino, San Fruttuoso, Sestri Levante, and Portovenere.
Starting at $ 4,855 per Person.
The Italian Riviera Package
7 Days/6 Nights
Starting from
$4855
per person*
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Curated by passionate Italy experts, this sample itinerary is just the beginning of your Italian adventure. Every journey we design is unique, crafted around your interests, pace, and dreams so you can experience Italy’s beauty and culture like a true insider. Let us transform your vision into a one-of-a-kind travel experience, filled with authentic moments and lasting memories
Day 1
RAPALLO, TIGULLIO GULF
Where The Coast Feels Effortlessly Elegant
- Independent arrival in Rapallo on the Tigullio Gulf
- Check-in at your hotel in Rapallo
- Free time to explore the historic center or stroll along the seafront
- Overnight stay in Rapallo
Day 2
PORTOFINO, SAN FRUTTUOSO ABBEY AND TIGULLIO GULF
Sea Views With A Historic Heart
- Italian breakfast at your hotel in Rapallo
- Meet your tour guide in the hotel lobby
- Boat trip along the Tigullio Gulf to Portofino
- Free time to explore Portofino, luxury resort of the international jet‑set
- Continue by boat to San Fruttuoso and visit the Benedictine Abbey
- Visit Camogli, a quaint fishing town
- Return to Rapallo by train, enjoying the coastal scenery
- Overnight stay in Rapallo
Day 3
SESTRI LEVANTE, TIGULLIO GULF
Where The Bays Steal The Show
- Breakfast at your hotel in Rapallo
- Meet your tour guide at the train station
- Half‑day guided excursion to Sestri Levante
- Discover the Bay of Fairy Tales, dedicated to Hans Christian Andersen
- Free afternoon at leisure: beach time or shopping in small boutiques
- Overnight stay in Rapallo
Day 4
MONTEROSSO AL MARE, CINQUE TERRE
Lemon Scents And Sea Breezes
- Free morning in Rapallo
- Meet your driver and transfer to Monterosso al Mare
- Check-in at your hotel in Monterosso, one of the Cinque Terre villages
- Free time to explore Monterosso or relax by the sea
- Overnight stay in Monterosso al Mare
Day 5
CINQUE TERRE NATIONAL PARK
Picnic Views And Trail Dust
- Meet your tour guide in the hotel lobby in Monterosso
- Full‑day guided sightseeing tour of Cinque Terre
- Train to Vernazza, a pedestrian‑only fishing village
- Continue by train to Manarola, considered the oldest Cinque Terre village
- Walk the Via dell’Amore (Love Path) to Riomaggiore (approx. 1.2 km, weather/conditions permitting)
- Free time in Riomaggiore
- Boat to Portovenere, with its churches, harbor, and rocky fortress
- See the Church of St. Lawrence and dramatic coastal views that inspired Byron and Shelley
- Boat back to Monterosso at the end of the day
- Overnight stay in Monterosso
Day 6
MONTEROSSO AL MARE, CINQUE TERRE
A Day For One More Coastal Trail
- Meet your tour guide at the train station in Monterosso
- Train to Corniglia, the only Cinque Terre village not directly on the sea
- Explore Corniglia’s promontory views and narrow streets
- Afternoon return to Monterosso
- Free time at leisure in Monterosso
- Overnight stay in Monterosso
Day 7
MONTEROSSO AL MARE, CINQUE TERRE
A Farewell Stroll Through Tiny Piazzas
- Breakfast at your hotel in Monterosso
- Check-out
- End of services
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Day 1
RAPALLO, TIGULLIO GULF
Where The Coast Feels Effortlessly Elegant
Arrive on your own in Rapallo, an elegant seaside town on the Tigullio Gulf. Known for its rich history, charming historic center, and mild climate, Rapallo is one of the most popular resorts on the Italian Riviera, together with nearby Portofino and Santa Margherita Ligure. Check in at your hotel and enjoy the rest of the day at leisure.
Day 2
PORTOFINO, SAN FRUTTUOSO ABBEY AND TIGULLIO GULF
Sea Views With A Historic Heart
After breakfast, meet your guide in the hotel lobby and begin a full‑day exploration of the Tigullio Gulf. Cruise by boat to Portofino, a glamorous resort town loved by the rich and famous, and enjoy time to stroll its harbor and colorful lanes. Continue to San Fruttuoso to visit the Gothic‑style Benedictine Abbey dramatically perched on the coastline. The day continues in Camogli, a picturesque fishing village with tall, painted houses and a lively seafront. At the end of the day, return to Rapallo by train and spend the night at your hotel.
Day 3
SESTRI LEVANTE, TIGULLIO GULF
Where The Bays Steal The Show
After a good night’s rest and breakfast, meet your guide at the train station for a half‑day excursion to Sestri Levante, a charming resort town famous for the Bay of Fairy Tales, named in honor of Hans Christian Andersen, who once lived here. Enjoy the coastal scenery and relaxed atmosphere, then spend the afternoon as you wish—sunbathing on the lively beach or browsing the town’s inviting boutiques. Return to Rapallo for the night.
Day 4
MONTEROSSO AL MARE, CINQUE TERRE
Lemon Scents And Sea Breezes
Enjoy a free morning in Rapallo before meeting your driver for a transfer to Monterosso al Mare, one of the five villages of the UNESCO‑listed Cinque Terre National Park. After checking in at your hotel, take the rest of the day to get acquainted with Monterosso’s beaches, old town, and seaside promenade.
Day 5
CINQUE TERRE NATIONAL PARK
Picnic Views And Trail Dust
After meeting your guide, set off for a full‑day discovery of Cinque Terre. Travel by train to Vernazza, a charming, pedestrian‑only fishing village, then continue to Manarola, thought to be the oldest of the Cinque Terre towns. From here, walk along the famous Via dell’Amore, the “Love Path,” an easy, scenic trail with spectacular sea views, to reach Riomaggiore. Later, board a boat to Portovenere, a romantic seaside town with a picturesque harbor, historic churches—including the Church of St. Lawrence—and a dramatic rocky promontory that once inspired Romantic poets Byron and Shelley. At the end of this unforgettable day, return by boat to Monterosso.
Day 6
MONTEROSSO AL MARE, CINQUE TERRE
A Day For One More Coastal Trail
In the morning, meet your guide at the train station and travel to Corniglia, the only Cinque Terre village perched high above the sea rather than on the shoreline. Enjoy the panoramic views from its promontory and wander through its winding streets. In the afternoon, return to Monterosso and spend the rest of the day at leisure—relax on the beach, explore the old town, or simply enjoy the coastal atmosphere.
Day 7
MONTEROSSO AL MARE, CINQUE TERRE
A Farewell Stroll Through Tiny Piazzas
After breakfast, check out of your hotel in Monterosso al Mare. Your stay in Rapallo, the Tigullio Gulf, and the Cinque Terre comes to an end, leaving you with lasting memories of colorful villages, coastal paths, and unforgettable sea views.
