Lord Byron described this stretch of coast as “Paradise on Earth” and we feel you will fall in love with it too.
Our tour has been designed to explore and discover the best spots of the Eastern Riviera, and the places that we think about everyday. From the terraced hills of the Cinque Terre (Five Lands), to the stylish, coastal seaside resorts, there is not a part of Liguria that we don’t find captivating and charming.

In June and September 2006, we will take a small group of Italian food, wine and art lovers to discover the best-kept secrets of this beautiful and unspoilt part of Italy.

We will begin our journey in the seaside resort of Rapallo, where we will stay in a 4* hotel near the beautiful promenade and start to enjoy our week in Italian style.
The following days we will take trips to the villages of the Cinque Terre, Sestri Levante, Chiavari, Camogli, San Fruttuoso, Portofino and ending in the superb Genoa.
Our journey will be fulfilled with breathtaking walks, inspiring landscapes, warm and welcoming hospitality, colourful markets, sumptuous local dishes, rare wine tasting and exploring the architecture and the cosmopolitan culture of the region’s capital.

So if you want to discover the Italian Riviera and the unique beauty of Liguria please come and join us. We are accepting a maximum of 16 people for this tour, so book early!

For more information, please call us at 0044 (0) 7761 610971 or 0044 (0) 7743 344140 or email us at info@enchantingliguria.com.

Day 2 Saturday

• Train to the fishing village of Camogli with free time to explore the museum, church and to watch the local fishermen mending their nets.

• Ferry ride to San Fruttuoso to see an eighth-century abbey. We will take our time to eat a picnic lunch of fresh focaccia, pizza and local sweets.

• Back on the ferry to the glamorous Portofino, or if you are feeling sporty you can walk through the forest of olive groves, pines and mediterranean vegetation to meet us there.

• Free time to discover the castle, lighthouse, harbour and its famous piazza.

• Check-in to your 4* hotel in Rapallo.

• Welcome aperitivo and out for our first   dinner at a local restaurant.

• Local bus to Santa Margherita, with time to stroll along the waterfront for shopping or enjoy the beautiful gardens of the Villa Durazzo, before a sumptuous dinner at a local restaurant.

Day 3 Sunday

• Morning transfer to a delightful restaurant in the hills above Rapallo.

• Hands on cooking lesson with the infamous Fausto, a Ligurian Chef. We will prepare traditional foods, learn about local herbs and then finally get to taste our creations. Everyone receives a free apron and a chef's cookbook.

• Private coach through the Ligurian countryside to the seaside town of Sestri Levante.

• Tour of an olive oil mill to see how this liquid gold is produced.

• A short drive will take us to the medieval town of Chiavari, walk around the carruggi and admire the hand-made lace.

• Return to Fausto’s for a heavenly dinner.

• Train to Riomaggiore, the most easterly village of the Cinque Terre. Handicraft demo or just enjoy the truly spectacular setting among orchards and olive groves.

• Walk the ‘Via dell’ Amore’ (The Love Path), cut into the steep rock overlooking the sea, to reach the next village of Manarola (our favourite).

• In the morning we visit Villa Durazzo Pallavicini with its gardens of lakes, grottos and age-old trees.

• Back to Genoa for a light lunch.

• Discover the magnificent palaces of Via Garibaldi with its exceptional range of museums. We will take you to Palazzo Rosso to wander among famous paintings and luxurious rooms.

• Free time to relax shop or explore.

• Dinner at a restaurant of your choice.

• We bus to Nervi, an old aristocratic winter resort, walk the panoramic ‘Passeggiata Anita Garibaldi’ along the cliff which links the beautiful parks and villas.

• Optional lunch

• Free time (we recommend a visit to the Aquarium, the largest in Europe).

• Farewell dinner at a fine gourmet restaurant.

• Breakfast, before departure.

• Transfer to the airport/station is not included but can be arranged upon request.

Good bye and arrivederci!

23rd - 30th June 2006 or
22nd- 29th September 2006


£1375 per person based on double occupancy
Single occupancy available for an additional £315

What’s Included:

• 7 night’s accommodation with breakfast in four-star hotels based in Rapallo and Genoa.
• 7 gourmet evening meals in local restaurants/ trattorias including 3-4 course menu, bottle of DOC wine for two people, mineral water and coffee.
• 5 lunches.
• Qualified and experienced English speaking guides.
• Entrance fees during guided visits.
• Tour of an olive oil mill to learn how Liguria’s famous olive oil is produced.
• Hands-on cooking lesson with a renowned Ligurian Chef.
• Visit local wine producers for wine tasting.
• Entrance fee for the Five Lands National Park.
• Private transfers.
• Transfers by public boat, train and bus.
• Ligurian Cookbook
• Apron.
• Welcome pack.

What’s Not Included:

• Flights.
• Transfers to and from the airport or railway, but can be arranged upon request.
• Wine at lunch.
• Extra drinks during evening meals.
• Optional lunch on day 7.
• Optional activities.
• Tips and baggage service.
• Insurance

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