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Portofino Boat and Walking Tour with Pesto Cooking & Lunch

105 Reviews 4.89 out of 5 stars Based on 105 reviews collected by City Boat Tours and TripAdvisor | Recommended by 96% of reviewers | Genoa, Italy

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Overview

Breathtaking sights of the Italian Riviera’s coastline from Santa Margherita to Portofino. Appreciate the wonder of this little hidden gem with a certified guide. Learn how to make pesto the traditional way and enjoy a light lunch at a waterfront restaurant.

What's Included

  • Tasting of the unforgettable Focaccia
  • Pesto cooking class
  • Professional tour leader
  • Transportation to/from meeting point
  • Everything not listed in "Inclusions"
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Meeting Location

Meeting point

Piazza Martiri della Libertà
16038 Santa Margherita Ligure GE, Italy

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Detailed check-in instructions, including the exact address, are provided with your booking confirmation.

End point

16034 Portofino
Metropolitan City of Genoa, Italy

The tour ends in Portofino. You will receive a round-trip ferry boat ticket to come back to Santa Margherita in the same day at your own preference

What To Expect

Santa Margherita Ligure

Meeting in the morning with our professional tour leader in Santa Margherita Ligure near the ferry boat pier and enjoy the unforgettable Italian Riviera coast on the way to Portofino.The colors of the painted facades, the blue of the sea and the green of the mountain, will accompany you along this pleasant tour until the famous “Piazzetta”.
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30 minutes • Admission Ticket Free

Portofino

Portofino is such an iconic place with its rows of painted houses curving around its famous Piazzetta. This part of the Mediterranean is one of the most renown tourist resorts in the world today. Every year Portofino attracts thousands of travelers from all over the world.
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2 hours • Admission Ticket Free

Additional Info

  • Confirmation is instant and will be received at time of booking
  • Service animals allowed
  • Public transportation options are available nearby
  • Subject to favorable weather and sea conditions. If canceled due to poor weather, you will be given the option of an alternative date or full refund
  • Ferry boat tickets are included and will be collected at the meeting point on the day of the tour
  • Family friendly

Frequently Asked Questions

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Q: Will I get seasick on Portofino Boat and Walking Tour with Pesto Cooking & Lunch?

A: If you have any doubts about becoming seasick on the water, we recommend taking a Dramamine® Motion Sickness Relief tablet the night before your trip. Some people recommend taking it the night before your cruise and then again that morning so you will not feel so drowsy. Read more Feb 2023

Cancellation Policy

You can cancel up to 24 hours in advance of the tour for a full refund.

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Average 4.89 out of 5 stars based on 105 traveler reviews collected by City Boat Tours and partner sites such as Cool Destinations and TripAdvisor

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What's Included

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  • Tasting of the unforgettable Focaccia
  • Pesto cooking class
  • Professional tour leader
  • Light lunch in Portofino on the harbour
  • Round-trip ferry boat tickets from Santa Margherita Ligure to Portofino
  • Transportation to/from meeting point
  • Everything not listed in "Inclusions"

Additional Info

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  • Confirmation is instant and will be received at time of booking
  • Service animals allowed
  • Public transportation options are available nearby
  • Suitable for all physical fitness levels
  • Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller
  • Specialized infant seats are available
  • Child rate applies only when sharing with 2 paying adults
  • Children must be accompanied by an adult
  • A minimum of 02 people per booking is required
  • Subject to favorable weather and sea conditions. If canceled due to poor weather, you will be given the option of an alternative date or full refund
  • Ferry boat tickets are included and will be collected at the meeting point on the day of the tour
  • Family friendly
  • Comfortable shoes, hat sunglasses are recommended witha bottle of water
  • Light lunch includes the traditional Trofie al Pesto, a glass of wine, water and coffee
  • Lunch is suitable for vegeterians
  • The tour ends in Portofino. You will receive a round-trip ferry boat ticket to come back to Santa Margherita in the same day at your own preference
  • This tour/activity will have a maximum of 6 travelers

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You can cancel up to 24 hours in advance of the tour for a full refund.

  • For a full refund, you must cancel at least 24 hours before the tour start time.
  • If you cancel less than 24 hours before the tour start time, the amount you paid will not be refunded.
  • Any changes made less than 24 hours before the tour start time will not be accepted.
  • Cut-off times are based on the tour local time (CEST).
  • This tour requires good weather. If it’s canceled due to poor weather, you’ll be offered a different date or a full refund.

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