Liguria Coastal Escape: Genoa, Portovenere & the Gulf of Poets
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Liguria Coastal Escape: Genoa, Portovenere & the Gulf of Poets

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Created: Thursday, November 12, 2026
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Created: Thursday, November 12, 2026
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Discover Liguria on a journey that combines vibrant coastal cities, authentic flavors, and breathtaking seaside scenery. From the historic maritime heritage of Genoa to the relaxed charm of La Spezia and the poetic beauty of the Gulf of Poets, this itinerary is designed to balance guided highlights with ample free time. You move effortlessly between culture and nature, iconic attractions and hidden gems. Carefully selected experiences, from one of Europe’s most impressive aquariums to unforgettable boat journeys along dramatic coastlines, allow you to explore Liguria at a comfortable pace, creating a seamless and memorable travel experience.


TOUR HIGHLIGHTS:

Genoa: Explore Genoa, a historic maritime city famous for its labyrinth of narrow alleys, grand palaces, and vibrant port atmosphere, and visit the Genoa Aquarium, one of the largest and most impressive in Europe.

La Spezia: Travel along the Ligurian coast to La Spezia, your gateway to some of Italy’s most scenic landscapes, where you enjoy an authentic food and wine walking experience, tasting regional specialties while discovering local traditions and stories.

Gulf of Poets: Enjoy a spectacular boat tour through the Gulf of Poets, discovering colorful seaside villages, dramatic cliffs, hidden caves, and crystal‑clear waters, from Portovenere to the islands of Palmaria, Tino, and Tinetto.

Day 1: ARRIVAL GENOA

Arrival in Genoa and private transfer to your hotel. The remainder of the day is free for independent exploration. Wander through Genoa’s historic center, one of the largest in Europe. Discover the atmospheric ‘caruggi’ (narrow alleyways), browse local shops, or enjoy the lively old port area.

Overnight in Genoa.

Day 2: GENOA

After breakfast, visit the Genoa Aquarium, one of the most important aquariums in Europe. Explore immersive marine environments, diverse ecosystems, and an extraordinary variety of species, making this one of Genoa’s true highlights. The rest of the day is at leisure to continue discovering Genoa at your own pace, through culture, shopping, or simply enjoying the seaside atmosphere.

Overnight in Genoa.

Day 3: GENOA – LA SPEZIA (105km - 1.5hrs)

After breakfast and check‑out, a private transfer from Genoa to La Spezia is organized for you. Upon arrival, enjoy free time to explore this relaxed coastal town, known as the gateway to the Cinque Terre. Stroll along the waterfront, stop at local cafés, or begin to embrace the slower rhythm of Ligurian life.

Overnight in La Spezia.

Day 4: LA SPEZIA

Today, make your own way to the designated meeting point to join a guided food and wine walking experience through La Spezia. As you explore the town on foot, taste authentic local specialties while learning about Ligurian culinary traditions, ingredients, and the stories behind them. This immersive yet relaxed experience offers a deeper connection to local culture through gastronomy.

Overnight in La Spezia.

Day 5: LA SPEZIA

Today, make your own way to the designated meeting point to embark on a spectacular boat journey along the Ligurian coast, one of the most scenic stretches of shoreline in Italy. Begin with a guided visit to Portovenere, a picturesque seaside village renowned for its colorful houses, historic churches, and dramatic cliffs overlooking the sea. Continue sailing toward the islands of Palmaria, Tino, and Tinetto. On Palmaria, the largest island, discover rugged coastlines, unique rock formations, and, weather permitting, hidden sea caves. The tour continues through the enchanting Gulf of Poets, passing charming coastal villages such as Lerici, Fiascherino, and Tellaro, each offering breathtaking views and a distinct character. Enjoy time ashore or relax onboard while taking in the ever-changing coastal scenery, guided by an experienced crew.

Overnight in La Spezia.

Day 6: LA SPEZIA – GENOA DEPARTURE (105km – 1.5hrs)

After breakfast and check‑out, private transfer back to Genoa, where your journey comes to an end.

Remarks:

Does not include:

* Tips.

* Personal expenses.

* No other services not specified in the previous section.

* We inform you that in some countries there is a local tax known as "stay tax", "municipal tax", "tourist tax" (or similar denomination) that is not included in the price of the reservation and must be paid directly by each guest at the corresponding establishment and / or airport. Keep in mind that these taxes can change over time, therefore, it is necessary to check if the country of destination charges this type of tax and the current amount to be paid.



Very important:

* This document, obtained by the User through Compositor Panavisión Tours, does not constitute a confirmation of reservation or a firm reservation of any of the travel services described therein. Such confirmation will only be obtained when Panavisión Tours receives the total price of the reservation through the retail agency selected by the User among those associated with Compositor Panavisión.


* The booking of tourist services and product purchases contained in this document will be governed by the specific contractual conditions with which they have been offered and by the General Conditions applicable to travel services and products sold by Panavisión Tours that are published on this website, a copy of which is attached to this document.


* The confirmation of the reservation obtained by the User through the Composer Panavisión Tours www.panavision-tours.com or www.panavision-tours.es is also subject to availability at the time the User makes his payment for places in the means of transport, accommodation , or any type of service selected within the tariff selected or used for the offer.


* The final price obtained in the document generated through Compositor Panavisión Tours www.panavision-tours.com or www.panavision-tours.es may be subject to change at the time of requesting and confirming the reservation as a result of the companies' dynamic pricing policy aerial.


* Likewise, the final price is always conditioned to currency fluctuation, fuel price, taxes and tourist surcharges for airports, accommodation, airline tickets, maintenance services, visas and in general all those that apply to the services included in the travel, which may justify a price change, even after the reservation is confirmed under the terms and limits set by law.


* Confirmed the reservation, cancellation fees will be applied to those services that have previously been indicated in the reservation process, which are "Non-Refundable".


* This trip may not be suitable for people with reduced mobility. Check with your agency about its suitability based on your personal needs.


* We inform you that in some countries there is a local tax known as "stay tax", "municipal tax", "tourist tax" (or similar denomination) that is not included in the price of the reservation and must be paid directly by each guest at the corresponding establishment and / or airport. Keep in mind that these taxes can change over time, therefore, it is necessary to check if the country of destination charges this type of tax and the current amount to be paid.


* Group reservations are considered to be those reservations or blocks made by the agency of 5 rooms or more under the same or several locators with the same creation date, or made on different dates and the dates of stay of the reservations coincide on several of the days or at all. Therefore, in these situations, the wholesaler reserves the right not to accept said reservations, having to confirm the price and availability of said places expressly by it and after the quotation of places and prices through the department of groups.


* In the case of making the reservation, the rates do not allow modifications. You must cancel and make a new reservation. Cancellation expenses according to rate conditions.



INCLUSION INSURANCE IN COMBINED TRAVEL RESERVATIONS


With regard to our inclusion insurance, said insurance exclusively includes those people who have their residence and origin of the trip in Spain or Portugal.


CHAPTER I (Obligations of information and content of the combined travel contract), Article 153 (Pre-contractual information), point 1, section H:


"1. Before the traveler is bound by any package travel contract or corresponding offer, the organizer, and also the retailer, when the package is sold through the latter, will provide the traveler with the form with the standard information regarding to the package trip that appears in annex II, A or B, as well as the following information that is applicable to the package trip:

"h) Information on the subscription of an optional insurance that covers the expenses originated in the event that the traveler decides to terminate the contract or the expenses of assistance, including those of repatriation, in case of accident, illness or death."



Said section refers to the obligation to inform the client of the possibility of contracting insurance, not to the obligation to include insurance on the trip, that is, the client has the power (option) to contract insurance with the agency or not. . The agency has the obligation to inform that it is recommended that the client take out insurance that includes, at least, issues such as repatriation,... which is basically inclusion insurance.


Once the agency informs the client about the recommendation to contract insurance for the trip, it is the client who can contract insurance with the agency, or contract it directly with whoever they want.



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Included

TOUR GUIDE:

  • Operated with an English-speaking guide on a shared basis (Day 4, 5)

ACCOMMODATION:

  • 5 night’s accommodation

MEALS:

  • 5 Breakfasts

TRANSPORT:

  • Private transfer from/to Genoa Airport/Port (Day 1 and Day 6)
  • Private transfer from Genoa to La Spezia (Day 3)

ENTRANCE FEES & ACTIVITES:

  • All entrance fees and activities mentioned in the itinerary: Entrance fee Genoa Aquarium (Day 2); shared activities: Guided La Spezia Food & Wine Experience (Day 4); guided visit of Portovenere; Islands & Gulf of Poets Boat tour (Day 5)
Excluded
  • City tax not included, payable on the spot
  • Visa fees
  • International or domestic flights
  • Drinks during meals
  • Optional tours
  • Any visit not mentioned in the program
  • Tips and gratuities
  • Expenditures of a personal nature or items not stated explicitly in the program
  • Any alcoholic and non-alcoholic drinks, mineral water, camera/video camera fee (if any)
  • Travel Insurance or any loss or extra cost arising due to unforeseen circumstances such as flight delays, accidents, etc.
Planned accommodations

ACCOMMODATION OPTIONS

Day 1-2 Genoa

  • Superior Hotel Category = Hotel NH Genova Marina or similar 4*

Day 3-5 La Spezia

  • Superior Hotel Category = Hotel NH La Spezia or similar 4*

OPTIONAL EXTRA:

Pre/Post-night in Genoa

  • Superior Hotel Category = Hotel NH Genova Marina or similar 4*