About this tour
A private seven-hour minivan tour from La Spezia Port showcasing two of the Riviera's most photogenic coastal settlements. You'll explore Portofino's pastel harbour and narrow laneways, then move on to the quieter charm of Santa Margherita Ligure. The route stays flexible—add a designer outlet stop at Brugnato if shopping calls, or swap one leg for a scenic ferry crossing between villages.
Highlights
- Pastel-painted harbour and winding streets of Portofino
- Santa Margherita Ligure's quieter waterfront and local atmosphere
- Door-to-door convenience from your La Spezia port arrival
- Option to ferry between villages instead of driving
- Brugnato Outlet shopping add-on available
- Air-conditioned minivan throughout
- English-speaking driver navigation
What to expect
You'll be collected at La Spezia Port and driven inland towards the coast. Portofino comes first—expect steep cobbled streets, expensive waterfront cafés, and crowds of day-trippers; plan two to three hours if you want to actually look around. Santa Margherita follows: smaller and less hectic, with a pleasant promenade and seafood restaurants facing the bay. If you prefer, swap the minivan leg between the two villages for a ferry ride across the water. There's no structured guide—you're free to wander at your own pace.
Good to know
Bring euros for lunch and coffee; both villages are pricey. Portofino's carpark fills quickly in summer. If taking the ferry option, check timetables beforehand. Strollers work on flat harbour areas but struggle on steep medieval streets. Wear comfortable walking shoes.
Tour sold and operated by Viator via Viator. Descriptions on this page are original BugBitten summaries written by our team — not copied from the operator. Prices and availability are confirmed at checkout.