Duration: 5 or 7 nights

Best for: Cultural immersion

Pace: Moderate

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Choose the length of your stay:

5-night tour:

Day 1: Arrival in Trebiano Magra

Day 2: Trebiano Magra ⇄ Cinque Terre

Day 3: Trebiano Magra ⇄ Lerici & Tellaro

Day 4: Trebiano Magra → Riviera del Levante → Portofino → Rapallo 

Day 5: Rapallo  ⇄ Sestri Levante

Day 6: Departure from Rapallo

7-night tour:

Day 1: Arrival in Trebiano Magra

Day 2: Trebiano Magra ⇄ Cinque Terre

Day 3: Trebiano Magra ⇄ Lerici & Tellaro

Day 4: Trebiano Magra ⇄ Sarzana & La Lunigiana 

Day 5:  Trebiano Magra → Riviera del Levante → Portofino → Rapallo 

Day 6: Rapallo ⇄ Sestri Levante

Day 7: Rapallo ⇄ Camogli 

Day 8: Departure from Rapallo 

The freedom to explore: 

Discover our expertly curated self-guided tours, designed to offer the perfect balance of structure and flexibility. While our travel experts suggest itineraries to help you explore each destination in depth, you have the freedom to tailor activities and pace to suit your personal preferences. Rest assured, the carefully selected hotels will remain as listed, ensuring a comfortable and seamless experience throughout your journey.

Please note: your itinerary may have minor adjustments, but your overall trip experience will remain the same.

DAY 1: ARRIVAL IN TREBIANO MAGRA

Included: 

• 1 x  aperitif per person on arrival at the first hotel
• Night at Le Stele Relais or Locanda dell'Angelo

Suggestions: 

• Wander through the ancient village lanes, discovering charming corners and scenic overlooks
• Dine at a nearby traditional restaurant, savouring stuffed mussels, salted anchovies, or trofie al pesto
• Savour a glass of traditional Vermentino dei Colli di Luni, elegant and aromatic
  
  

DAY 2: TREBIANO MAGRA ⇄ CINQUE TERRE 

Embark on an iconic day exploring the Cinque Terre.

Included: 

• Breakfast included
• 1 x 1-day Cinque Terre card (per person, per stay)
• Night at Le Stele Relais or Locanda dell'Angelo

Suggestions:

• Travel from La Spezia with the Cinque Terre Card and explore Riomaggiore and Manarola.
• Continue to Corniglia and Vernazza for stunning views and charming coastal scenery.
• End your day in Monterosso al Mare, perfect for a swim or a relaxed seaside lunch.

DAY 3: TREBIANO MAGRA ⇄ LERICI & TELLARO

Today, set off for Lerici, one of Liguria’s most romantic towns, celebrated by writers and painters for its golden light.

Included: 

• Breakfast included
• Night at Le Stele Relais or Locanda dell'Angelo

Suggestions:

• Explore Lerici, strolling along the harbour and visiting Lerici Castle for sweeping views of the Gulf of Poets.
• Visit Tellaro and wander its charming lanes lined with artisan shops and picturesque squares.
• Enjoy a seaside lunch, relax by the water or at the beach, then return to your hotel for a peaceful evening.

DAY 4: TREBIANO MAGRA → RIVIERA DEL LEVANTE → PORTOFINO → RAPALLO  

Leave the peaceful hills behind and drive along the Riviera di Levante, a route filled with stunning coastal panoramas and elegant seaside villages. In the afternoon, arrive in Rapallo and check into your elegant hotel.

Included: 

• Breakfast included
• Night at Hotel Europa Design & Spa 4* or Hotel Jolanda in 4*

Suggestions:

• Stop in Santa Margherita Ligure and stroll the palm-lined promenade, browse boutiques, and sample treats from historic patisseries
• Explore Portofino by visiting Punta del Capo lighthouse and Church of San Giorgio, and enjoy a seaside lunch 
• Spend the evening at leisure, walking along the waterfront and dining at a harbour restaurant with local specialities

DAY 5: RAPALLO ⇄ SESTRI LEVANTE

Depart for Sestri Levante, the "City of Two Seas," where the Bay of Silence meets the Bay of Fables. In the afternoon, join a private Genoese pesto-making class, using your own marble mortar and wooden pestle to craft authentic Ligurian pesto. Take home your fragrant, freshly made pesto as a memorable keepsake of the experience.

DAY 1: ARRIVAL IN TREBIANO MAGRA

Included: 

• 1 x  aperitif per person on arrival at the first hotel
• Night at Le Stele Relais or Locanda dell'Angelo

Suggestions: 

• Wander through the ancient village lanes, discovering charming corners and scenic overlooks
• Dine at a nearby traditional restaurant, savouring stuffed mussels, salted anchovies, or trofie al pesto
• Savour a glass of traditional Vermentino dei Colli di Luni, elegant and aromatic
  
  

DAY 2: TREBIANO MAGRA ⇄ CINQUE TERRE 

Embark on an iconic day exploring the Cinque Terre.

Included: 

• Breakfast included
• 1 x 1-day Cinque Terre card (per person, per stay)
• Night at Le Stele Relais or Locanda dell'Angelo

Suggestions:

• Travel from La Spezia with the Cinque Terre Card and explore Riomaggiore and Manarola.
• Continue to Corniglia and Vernazza for stunning views and charming coastal scenery.
• End your day in Monterosso al Mare, perfect for a swim or a relaxed seaside lunch.

DAY 3: TREBIANO MAGRA ⇄ LERICI & TELLARO

Today, set off for Lerici, one of Liguria’s most romantic towns, celebrated by writers and painters for its golden light.

Included: 

• Breakfast included
• Night at Le Stele Relais or Locanda dell'Angelo

Suggestions:

• Explore Lerici, strolling along the harbour and visiting Lerici Castle for sweeping views of the Gulf of Poets.
• Visit Tellaro and wander its charming lanes lined with artisan shops and picturesque squares.
• Enjoy a seaside lunch, relax by the water or at the beach, then return to your hotel for a peaceful evening.

DAY 4: TREBIANO MAGRA ⇄ SARZANA & LA LUNIGIANA 

Set out to discover the picturesque Ligurian hinterland.

Included: 

• Breakfast included
• Night at Le Stele Relais or Locanda dell'Angelo

Suggestions:

• Explore Sarzana with its elegant streets, antique shops, and the imposing Fortezza Firmafede and Santa Maria Assunta Cathedral
• Discover Lunigiana’s castles, Romanesque churches, and villages like Fosdinovo
• Dine at a local Lunigianese trattoria and savour specialities such as testaroli with pesto, panigacci, and torta d’erbi

DAY 5: TREBIANO MAGRA → RIVIERA DEL LEVANTE →  PORTOFINO → RAPALLO

Leave the peaceful hills behind and drive along the Riviera di Levante, a route filled with stunning coastal panoramas and elegant seaside villages. In the afternoon, arrive in Rapallo and check into your elegant hotel.

Included: 

• Breakfast included
• Night at Hotel Europa Design & Spa 4* or Hotel Jolanda in 4*

Suggestions:

• Stop in Santa Margherita Ligure and stroll the palm-lined promenade, browse boutiques, and sample treats from historic patisseries
• Explore Portofino by visiting Punta del Capo lighthouse and Church of San Giorgio, and enjoy a seaside lunch 
• Spend the evening at leisure, walking along the waterfront and dining at a harbour restaurant with local specialities

DAY 6: RAPALLO ⇄ SESTRI LEVANTE

Depart for Sestri Levante, the "City of Two Seas," where the Bay of Silence meets the Bay of Fables. In the afternoon, join a private Genoese pesto-making class, using your own marble mortar and wooden pestle to craft authentic Ligurian pesto. Take home your fragrant, freshly made pesto as a memorable keepsake of the experience.

During your trip, you will stay in Standard rooms in carefully selected hotels.

Your accommodation (or similar):

Trebiano Magra: Le Stele Relais or Locanda dell'Angelo

Rapallo: Hotel Europa Design & Spa 4* or Hotel Jolanda in 4*

If the hotels listed above are unavailable, you will be provided with comfortable accommodation in similar hotels. Local standards apply.

Discover the world of Ca' Lunae wines through a guided tour of the cellar, gardens and vineyards, followed by a tasting of three local wines accompanied by typical local products.

Discover the Cinque Terre and Portovenere on a boat trip combining spectacular scenery, swimming, snorkelling and tasting local products, accompanied by an expert crew.

Enjoy an included destination assistance service provided by our local partners trained to Voyage Privé standards. A dedicated contact person, available 24 hours a day (by phone or WhatsApp), will assist you throughout your stay with advice, reservations, or help in case of unforeseen circumstances. Travel with peace of mind.

Curving like a crescent along the north-west coast of Italy, Liguria stretches for more than 300 kilometres between the Mediterranean Sea and the foothills of the Apennines. This narrow yet captivating region blends dramatic coastal scenery with charming fishing villages, elegant resorts and historic cities, all within close reach of the French border. From pastel-coloured harbours to terraced hillsides dotted with olive groves, Liguria offers a refined balance between sea, mountains and culture.

Must-sees:

• Cinque Terre: Five iconic villages clinging to cliffs above the sea, renowned for their colourful houses and breathtaking coastal paths.
• Portofino: An elegant harbour village synonymous with Riviera glamour and turquoise waters.
• Genoa: The region’s historic capital, home to a vast old town, grand palaces and a vibrant maritime heritage.
• Camogli: A picturesque fishing town with painted façades and a relaxed seaside atmosphere.
• Sanremo: A refined resort known for its gardens, promenades and Belle Époque charm.

Culinary culture:

Ligurian cuisine is simple, fresh and deeply connected to the land and sea. Expect delicate seafood dishes, handmade pasta and flavours shaped by olive oil, herbs and vegetables. Pesto alla Genovese, made with basil grown on sunlit terraces, is the region’s signature, best enjoyed in a traditional trattoria overlooking the water. Focaccia, anchovies and local white wines complete a cuisine that is both understated and irresistibly flavourful.

Dive deeper:

Beyond the famous coastline, Liguria invites exploration inland. Follow hiking trails linking villages and viewpoints, discover quiet valleys scented with rosemary and lemon trees, or explore centuries-old paths between sea and mountains. Cultural festivals, small harbours and family-run restaurants reveal a region that values tradition as much as beauty, offering moments of discovery at every turn.

Good to know:

Liguria is easily accessible via Genoa Airport, with excellent rail links connecting coastal towns and villages. The best time to visit is from April to June and September to October, when temperatures are mild and ideal for sightseeing and walking. The local currency is the euro (€).

Overlooking the tranquil waters of the Gulf of Poets in Liguria, Lerici is a refined seaside town where pastel houses, gentle bays and literary heritage come together in quiet harmony. Long favoured by poets and writers, this elegant coastal retreat offers a softer, more relaxed alternative to the nearby Cinque Terre, with sweeping sea views and a timeless Mediterranean atmosphere.

Must-sees:

• Lerici Castle: A striking medieval fortress overlooking the bay, offering panoramic coastal views.
• Lerici Harbour: A picturesque marina lined with colourful buildings and waterfront cafés.
• San Terenzo: A charming neighbouring village with a sandy beach and historic character.
• Portovenere: A UNESCO-listed coastal gem just a short boat ride away.
• Gulf of Poets Coastline: A scenic stretch of coves and seaside paths steeped in literary history.

Culinary culture:

Lerici’s gastronomy celebrates the flavours of the Ligurian coast. Fresh seafood, mussels and anchovies are central, alongside pasta dishes such as trofie with pesto, a regional speciality. Meals are often enjoyed al fresco by the water, accompanied by crisp local wines and the gentle rhythm of the sea.

Dive deeper:

Beyond its harbour, Lerici invites slow exploration. Swim in sheltered bays, take a boat along the coast towards hidden coves, or follow walking paths with views across the Gulf of Poets. The area’s literary past, once home to figures such as Shelley and Byron, adds a romantic dimension, while nearby villages and coastal trails reveal the understated beauty of Liguria.

Good to know:

Lerici is located about 1 hour from Pisa International Airport by car and easily reached via La Spezia by train. The best time to visit is from May to September, when warm weather enhances seaside living. The local currency is the euro (€).

Set along the shimmering Ligurian Riviera, Rapallo combines coastal beauty, Italian charm, and a touch of understated glamour. Nestled between the green hills and the blue waters of the Gulf of Tigullio, this seaside town invites visitors to enjoy slow days by the sea, strolls along elegant promenades, and evenings filled with soft light and Mediterranean flavours.

Must-sees:

• Castello sul Mare: Visit this 16th-century seaside fortress that watches over the harbour, a symbol of Rapallo’s history and maritime spirit.
• Lungomare Vittorio Veneto: Wander along this picturesque promenade lined with palm trees, cafés, and pastel façades.
• Santuario di Montallegro: Take the funicular or hike up to this hilltop sanctuary for sweeping views of the town and sea below.
• Portofino and Santa Margherita Ligure: Explore nearby jewels of the Riviera, easily reached by boat or scenic coastal walk.
• Old Town: Lose yourself in narrow lanes filled with boutiques, gelaterias, and lively piazzas where locals gather at sunset.

Culinary culture
Rapallo’s cuisine celebrates the flavours of Liguria. Sample trofie al pesto, fresh seafood, and focaccia straight from the oven, drizzled with golden local olive oil. The waterfront restaurants and trattorias serve traditional dishes with sea breezes and views that make every meal a pleasure. Pair your meal with crisp white wine from the Ligurian hills and finish with a taste of local pastries.

Dive deeper
Sail along the coast to hidden coves, explore nearby Cinque Terre, or follow quiet hiking trails through olive groves and pine-scented hills. The town’s gentle rhythm, combined with its proximity to some of Italy’s most iconic coastal spots, makes Rapallo both restful and inspiring.

Good to know
The currency is the euro (EUR). Rapallo is well connected by train and ferry to Genoa, Portofino, and Cinque Terre. The climate is mild year-round, with warm summers and pleasant spring and autumn days ideal for walking, sailing, and enjoying the Riviera’s beauty.