Portofino and panoramic view of Genoa

Portofino is a fusion of colors, tranquility, and sea… lose yourself in the charming alleys of this little fishing village on the Italian Riviera with this tour for cruise passengers.

Take advantage of your cruise stopover in Genoa, the port from which the bus departs with our Shore2Shore guide, to head to Rapallo, a small town on the Ligurian coast.

FROM 08/29/2026 WE WILL VISIT THE TOWN OF SANTA MARGHERITA LIGURE AND FROM THERE WE WILL TAKE THE ROUND-TRIP FERRY TO PORTOFINO.

The first stop will be to visit the magnificent church Chiesa di Santo Stefano (Oratorio dei Neri). Located in the heart of Rapallo’s historic center, this church is a prominent example of local religious architecture.

We head to the town center, where we will have free time to stroll among the typical little shops and learn more about this picturesque place.

A 15-minute ferry ride to Portofino offers us a unique panoramic view of the Portofino promontory, declared a Natural Park since 1935.

Portofino is a town steeped in maritime traditions, and here we find numerous places of cultural interest. Upon arrival in Portofino, our local guide will accompany us to the Church of San Giorgio, dedicated to the town’s protector “Saint George” and built in the 12th century. Its interior houses relics brought by sailors returning from the Crusades.

From here we can admire Castello Brown, a fortress amid a fantastic hanging garden, and the entire gulf surrounding the beautiful and colorful houses of Portofino.

We will enjoy free time to explore the alleys of Portofino at our own pace and visit the exclusive brand shops located around the bay.

On returning to Rapallo, we will take our coach again to return to Genoa, where we will enjoy a panoramic bus tour before heading back to the port of Genoa.

GENERAL INFORMATION

• DURATION: BUS AND GUIDE AVAILABLE FOR UP TO 6 HOURS. 

MANDATORY SUPPLEMENTS TO BE PAID WITH THE RESERVATION 

FERRY TO PORTOFINO

• Adults and children 13 years and older: €20.00 per person
• European Union citizens aged 6 to 12.99 years: €13.00 per person
  It is essential to present a valid identity document or similar category at the entrance.
• European Union citizens aged 0 to 5.99 years: FREE
  It is essential to present a valid identity document or similar category at the entrance. 
• FERRY PAYMENT METHOD: directly at the time of booking on the website along with the excursion price. 
• This rate is from SHORE2SHORE and includes our management fees as well as bank charges and exchange fees. No claims will be accepted after the visit to the center.

Mandatory headphones: €3.00; Adults and children over 12 years old.

NOTES

• Medium level/Panoramic/Nature and city tour.
• It is recommended to wear comfortable footwear.
• This excursion is NOT SUITABLE for people with reduced mobility or those requiring the use of a wheelchair due to uneven terrain. Transportation for this tour is not adapted.
• If due to unforeseen circumstances, Shore2shore offers a replacement service, there will be no price modification compared to the rate contracted for the initial service, and therefore, no total or partial refund will be offered. 
• THE ORDER OF THE PLACES TO VISIT MAY VARY WITHOUT PRIOR NOTICE DUE TO POSSIBLE EVENTS (BOAT ARRIVAL TIME, OPENING HOURS OF PLACES OF INTEREST, ETC.)