Italy with Gabbyreads

TrovaTrip will provide 3 arrival transfers from Nice Côte d'Azur Airport (NCE) to the hotel between 10am and 3pm. Exact transfer time within this window will be determined closer to your arrival based on provided traveler flight information. Travelers arriving outside of the requested flight guidelines will need to make their own transfer arrangements to meet the group at the hotel.

Raise a glass together to an exciting week ahead at your welcome dinner! Dinner tonight is at a local restaurant and will be a 4-course menu which includes a starter, first course, second course and dessert. Alcoholic drinks are not included.

Overnight in Alassio.

Breakfast is included. Served buffet style and includes both hot foods such as eggs and bacon, as well as a selection of cold cuts, croissants and other pastries. Fruit juices, coffee tea milk with cereal and fruit. Other specific foods can be prepared upon request. The exact breakfast offered will be determined by your finalized hotel.

Take a private transfer to Sanremo. Stops for bathrooms/snacks will be made along the way as needed.

Discover Sanremo through the lens of its culinary specialties! You will start from the modern town with its imposing buildings dating back to the Belle Epoque and then moving to a part of the town plenty of small nice shops where locals usually go for shopping and where you can taste "sardenaira" and "farinata", just made by the local bakery, with a glass of the local red wine Rossese. You will later visit the local food market where you can chat with the shop keepers, who are always happy to show their products to the people. After a few stops to taste these local specialties, you will continue to walk up to the medieval town "La Pigna" and discover the steep and narrow cobblestoned alleys, enjoying as well some cookies like "il bacio (the kiss) di Sanremo". End the tour next to the ocean and the traditional old harbor, tasting delicious ice cream in front of the Mediterranean. Bathrooms will be available during this 3-hour walking tour. You will be walking between 1.5 miles and 2 miles. Please remember to wear comfortable walking shoes, pack sunglasses, a hat and sun screen.

In the afternoon you will visit the nearby village of Dolceacqua. Discover Dolceacqua, a charming medieval village in the heart of the Ligurian countryside and border with France. With its cobblestone streets, humpback bridge, and pastel-colored houses, it's a fairytale come to life. With your guide, explore the historic center, visit Doria Castle for panoramic views (entrance fee included), and savor the renowned Rossese wine. Experience the rustic beauty of Dolceacqua and get lost in its timeless charm. Please remember to wear comfortable walking shoes, pack sunglasses, a hat and sun screen. Please note you will be walking between 1 and 1.5 miles during this tour.

After visiting Dolceacqua, take a private transfer back to Alassio for the remainder of the evening. Stops for bathrooms/snacks will be made along the way as needed.

Overnight in Alassio.

Breakfast is included. Served buffet style and includes both hot foods such as eggs and bacon, as well as a selection of cold cuts, croissants and other pastries. Fruit juices, coffee tea milk with cereal and fruit. Other specific foods can be prepared upon request. The exact breakfast offered will be determined by your finalized hotel.

Overnight in Alassio.

Breakfast is included. Served buffet style and includes both hot foods such as eggs and bacon, as well as a selection of cold cuts, croissants and other pastries. Fruit juices, coffee tea milk with cereal and fruit. Other specific foods can be prepared upon request. The exact breakfast offered will be determined by your finalized hotel.

After breakfast, take a private transfer to the town of Camogli. Stops for bathrooms/snacks will be made along the way as needed.

After breakfast continue your trip to the East side of the Italian Riviera “Riviera di Levante” and visit the charming town of Camogli, where you can enjoy an independent visit and a delightful lunch on your own. As you arrive in Camogli, be captivated by its colorful waterfront and picturesque harbor, adorned with fishing boats bobbing gently in the clear azure waters. Take your time to explore this quaint seaside town, known for its old-world charm and relaxed atmosphere. Wander through the narrow streets lined with pastel-hued buildings and indulge in some window shopping at the local boutiques and artisanal shops. Don't miss the opportunity to visit the impressive Basilica of Santa Maria Assunta, an architectural gem that overlooks the town. Please note you will be walking between half a mile and mile during this tour.

After lunch, take a private transfer to the town of Portovenere. Stops for bathrooms/snacks will be made along the way as needed.

Overnight in Porto Venere.

Breakfast is included. Served buffet style and includes both hot foods such as eggs and bacon, as well as a selection of cold cuts, croissants and other pastries. Fruit juices, coffee tea milk with cereal and fruit. Other specific foods can be prepared upon request. The exact breakfast offered will be determined by your finalized hotel.

The Cinque Terre card is a pass which includes unlimited travel on local trains in the Cinque Terre area. This card enables you to also take the reserved excursion paths along on the coastline, also known as the "Path of Love". These paths include: Transfer from La Spezia to Monterosso by train (20 min). Transfer from Monterosso to Vernazza by train (5 min). Transfer from Vernazza to Riomaggiore by train (10 min). There are restrooms available on the train and snacks and drinks available for purchase at the train station.

The picturesque marine town with its tall, narrow houses of the “Old Town” is adorned with beautiful architectural delights. Explore the artisan shops, cafes, and restaurants that give the village its vibrant atmosphere. Spend your time leisurely walking through the old alleys. Please remember to wear comfortable walking shoes and to pack a hat, sunglasses and sunscreen. Please note you will be walking between half a mile and mile during this tour.

A postcard-perfect destination with a stunning harbor. Explore the narrow streets lined with colorful houses and wander up to the remains of Doria Castle for awe-inspiring views. Indulge in a leisurely lunch at a waterfront restaurant, savoring fresh seafood and regional specialties. Spend the afternoon relaxing on the beach or exploring the quaint shops and boutiques. If you wish to spend your time on the beach please remember to pack a bathing suit, change of clothes, towel, sunscreen, sunglasses and a hat. Please note you will be walking between half a mile and mile during this tour.

Explore the charming streets lined with vibrant buildings, and ascend the hillside to take in panoramic views of the Ligurian Sea. Delight in fresh seafood delicacies and sip on local wines at a traditional bar. If you plan to swim please remember to pack a swimsuit, towel, change of clothes, sandals, a hat, sunglasses and sunscreen. There will be walking on cobblestone roads and paved roads so please wear comfortable walking shoes. Please note you will be walking between half a mile and mile during this tour.

After your time in Riomaggiore, you will take an 8 minute train ride to La Spezia for your 35 minute public ferry ride to Portovenere.

Overnight in Porto Venere.

Breakfast is included. Served buffet style and includes both hot foods such as eggs and bacon, as well as a selection of cold cuts, croissants and other pastries. Fruit juices, coffee tea milk with cereal and fruit. Other specific foods can be prepared upon request. The exact breakfast offered will be determined by your finalized hotel.

This morning you will take a public ferry from Porto Venere to La Spezia. From La Spezia you will take a train ride to Santa Marghertia where you will be met by your shared boat to go to Portofino.

Enjoy an extraordinary view of the Tigullio Bay while you are taken from Santa Margherita to the picturesque town of Portofino via a public boat cruise.

You will visit the famous abbey, nestled in a rocky cove, and explore its intriguing history. Walk through the historic building with your guide before enjoying time on your own to explore this quaint town. Head to sea for the crystal-clear waters to swimming or snorkeling before returning to the dock to head to Portofino. If you plan to swim please remember to pack a swimsuit, towel, change of clothes, sandals, a hat, sunglasses and sunscreen. There will be walking on cobblestone roads and paved roads so please wear comfortable walking shoes. Please note you will be walking between half a mile and mile during this tour.

This afternoon you will be tranferred 15 minutes by public ferry to Santa Margherita. From there, you will board a train and transfer 55 minutes to La Spezia. A public ferry will transfer you 35 minutes to Portovenere.

Admire the colorful houses that line the harbor of Portofino, and hike up to the picturesque Castello Brown for scenic views of the Ligurian coastline. You will spend one hour walking through Portofino with your guide, learning about the history of the town before having time on your own. If you plan to swim please remember to pack a swimsuit, towel, change of clothes, sandals, a hat, sunglasses and sunscreen. There will be walking on cobblestone roads and paved roads so please wear comfortable walking shoes. Please note you will be walking between half a mile and mile during this tour.

Enjoy a last toast all together during a farewell dinner in a local restaurant. Dinner tonight will be a set 4-course menu which includes a starter, first course, second course and dessert. Alcoholic drinks are not included.

Overnight in Porto Venere.

Breakfast is included. Served buffet style and includes both hot foods such as eggs and bacon, as well as a selection of cold cuts, croissants and other pastries. Fruit juices, coffee tea milk with cereal and fruit. Other specific foods can be prepared upon request. The exact breakfast offered will be determined by your finalized hotel

TrovaTrip will provide 2 departure transfers from the hotel to Milan Malpensa (MXP) on the last day. Exact transfer time within this window will be determined closer to your arrival based on provided traveler flight information. Travelers arriving outside of the requested flight guidelines will need to make their own transfer arrangements to the airport.