Welcome to Camogli
Camogli, 25km east of Genoa, is most famous for its sheer number of trompe l'œil villas, its photogenic terraced streets winding down to a perfect cove of pebble beach amid a backdrop of umbrella pines and olive groves. While tourists flock to Portofino, this is where many of northern Italy's intellectuals and creatives have their summer apartments. Still, as pretty as the town is, it remains a working fishing hub – the town's name means 'house of wives', hailing from the days when the womenfolk ran the show while the husbands were away at sea. Come the second weekend in May, the town celebrates its maritime heritage with the Sagra del Pesce (Fish Festival) and a huge fish fry – hundreds are cooked in 3m-wide pans along the waterfront.
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Full Day Sea Kayak Tour in Portofino's Park
On board of your kayaks you will discover charming beautiful places rich in history, such as Portofino, Cala degli Inglesi, San Fruttuoso, Punta Chiappa, Porto Pidocchio and Camogli. The unspoiled landscape of Portofino Park is rich of wildlife nature providing you sightseeing of dolphins, several types of birds such as cormorants and grey herons, and many other species. A pleasant stop for lunch of typical Ligurian focaccia, enables you to visit additional points of interest, as the inside of San Fruttuoso Abbey and, more west, the “tonnara” and the fishing village of Camogli. For those who wish to discover the underwater beauties of Portofino’s Marine Protected Area, the unspoiled coast is the ideal place where to snorkel and sight breathtaking sceneries. On request, your guide will suggest you the most interesting spots characterized by a higher number of species.
Portofino private boat tour
Meet the expert captain in the tiny port of Portofino to start an amazing tour along the coast of the Natural Park of Portofino Promontory. You will enjoy a different and gorgeous perspective admiring VIP luxury villas hidden among the lush vegetation and, passed Portofino lighthouse, the wonderful rocky, wild coast. You will reach San Fruttuoso, a secluded cove that can be reached only by boat or on foot. It is and incredible place with just a few fishermen houses and a medieval abbey built right on the pebble beach. You will have some time at disposal to visit the tiny village and snorkel in the bay to see the famous statue of the Christ of the Abyss. Some more relax on board and swimming, a glass of wine and you will reach the colorful village of Camogli with its row of tall, colorful houses and the cozy fishing harbor. You will have time at disposal for a short visit and a bite of delicious Focaccia al Formaggio (the famous local cheese focaccia) and then return to Portofino with a relaxing and panoramic trip along this untouched stretch of coast that is one of the best Italian natural and marine reserve.
San Fruttuoso Abbey Entrance Ticket
Having gone through various incarnations – a Benedictine monastery, a pirates’ den, a humble home of fisherfolk and then, for centuries, the property of the Princes of Doria – the Abbey of San Fruttuoso is today an utterly unique place, where the work of Men has been pleasingly integrated with that of Nature. Set within the breathtaking bay that opens up between Camogli and Portofino, the Abbey is a pearl dating from the 10th to the 13th centuries, which radiates out from the deep inlet on the coast of the promontory. The Nolare Tower, built in the 11th centuries, is not only one of the most ancient parts of the original nucleus of the Abbey but also one of the most interesting towers anywhere in the Liguria region. After the donation to the Italian Heritage Trust, FAI Fondo Ambiente Italiano, the Abbey has been completely restored and opened to the public. You can visit the monastery, the church, the Doria tombs and the garden. Within the complex you can find a souvenir shop, which sells local products, books and maps. Restaurants and a small beach are available. Reachable only by boat from Camogli or Portofino or by a 2 hours walk passing over the hills of the Portofino Regional Park. In case of bad weather conditions, the Abbey might be closed. Please check before travelling.
Genoa Transfer: Riviera or Genoa Hotel to Cruise Port
When it's time to board your cruise ship, your driver will pick you up from your hotel in Genoa, Camogli, Santa Margherita Ligure, Rapallo or Portofino and drive you by private vehicle to the Genoa cruise port (Porto Antico). By prebooking a private transfer, you can skip the stress of taxis or public shuttles, ensuring you make your cruise on time.To arrange this cruise transfer from your Italian Riviera or Genoa hotel to the Genoa port, simply make a note of your hotel and cruise details when booking. Your one-way transfer will be confirmed within 24 hours of booking, and you will be provided with a travel voucher to present to the driver. It's that easy!Price is per person, based on eight adults per vehicle.
Genoa Transfer: Cruise Port to Genoa or Riviera Hotel
When you arrive at the Genoa cruise port (Porto Antico), meet your driver and board a private vehicle for a comfortable, convenient transfer to your hotel in Genoa. Alternatively, make use of a drop-off at Camogli, Santa Margherita Ligure, Rapallo or Portofino, on the Italian Riviera. To arrange this cruise transfer from the Genoa port to your hotel, simply make a note of your cruise ship and hotel details when booking. Your one-way transfer will be confirmed within 24 hours of booking, and you will be provided with a travel voucher to present to the driver. It's that easy!Price is per person, based on eight adults per vehicle.