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Sightseeing holidays on the Italian Riviera, in the Cinque Terre and the Ligurian Alps, plus city visits to Pisa, Genoa, Milan and Monte Carlo, Monaco.
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4 nights
Sightseeing holiday on the Levante Riviera, visiting Alassio, San Remo and the Riviera delle Palme.
Price: from €320 pp B&B ALL YEAR
FLY-TRAIN, AIRPORT TRANSFER (1h45), start any day
Where: Alassio, Italy Region: Liguria
photos of Alassio Airport: Nice or Genoa
Prices in Euros


Self Guided sightseeing holiday along the western end of Liguria's "Province di Savona" on the Ponente Riviera. This holidaygives you a taste of the Rivieras of Flowers and Palms along Liguria's Ponente Riviera. 3 full days visiting Alassio,San Remo by boat and the medieval walled town of Albenga. Explore the Ponente Riviera by foot. Each day you'll start with a stroll to the nearby train station, never more than a 10 minute walk from your hotel. A short trip to a local seaside town where you can explore using our self-guided itineraries. Take the train or bus back at the end of the day before or after your evening meal.

We understand that people like to keep their independence so we offer the benefits of local knowlegde so that you get the most out of your stay here in the time available. How better to explore more intimately the charms of the Riviera of Palms and Flowers, than with our independent, self-guided route guides supplied. Ideal for those who'd like to better explore Alassio, Laigueglia, San Remo, Albenga and this wonderful stretch of the Ponente Riviera - with a variety of self-guided itineraries. These are independent tours for those who wish to visit and take their time to wander around some of the region's most characteristic seaside towns.

What's included: B&B in charming hotel accommodation |> self-guide pack with Trip Guide and detailed daily itineraries |> all train travel to and from your daily destinations.
What's not: Flights.

To book: Check Send us your enquiry and we'll get back with availability and a quotation. or email Email your enquiry and we'll get back with availability and a quotation. or call +44 (0)845 0944 669.

HIGHLIGHTS
Alassio - Riviera dei Fiori # San Remo # Seaside towns & fishing villages # Albenga # Riviera delle Palme # Laigueglia # Riviera delle Palme

ITINERARY

Day 1: Transfer Day, to the Ponente Riviera.
try to arrive before 4pm for a comfortable transfer to your hotel (on the Riviera dei Fiori ( Riviera of Flowers). For those flying to Nice airport; bus or taxi from Nice airport to Nice Ville railway station then a 1h45 train trip to your resort town. For those flying to Genoa airport; short bus trip from airport to the main railway station followed by a 1h30 rail journey along the coast to your resort town. For this holiday, you will be staying in the resort town of Alassio, next to the sandy beach in a 3-Star hotel. View photos of your 3-star hotel.

Day 2: Laigueglia and Alassio - the Italian St Tropez!.
-Combine Laigueglia town and Alassio town itineraries for a full day sightseeing. Spend the morning following our sightseeing itinerary that takes you on a gentle walking route around the town of Alassio, the premier resort on the Italian Riviera. For those who wish to, walk or take the 5 minute bus ride along the coast for an afternoon in Laigueglia, seeing some of its fascinating and at times tragic history. View photos of Laigueglia.

Day 3: The Coast by boat and shopping in San Remo.
Take the boat or the train and enjoy a day trip to San Remo. An unforgettable day exploring the coastline all the way from historic Laigueglia to the cosmopolitan city of San Remo with it's lively and comprehensive shopping areas. San Remo is justly famous for it's Casino, said by some to rival Monte Carlo's, it's national singing competition each year and for the huge amount of cut flowers it exports all around the world. View photos of San Remo.

Day 4: Albenga: originally Roman then beloved of the English.
A 20 minute bus or train journey along the spectacular Bay of Alassio brings you to Albenga where you can explore the towns Roman origins and more recent (medieval) "Old Town". On Wednesdays you also have the opportunity to take in Albenga Market, one of the biggest and best on the Riviera. View photos of Albenga.

Day 5: Transfer day.
For those flying from Nice, arrange a late afternoon/evening flight for a relaxed transfer to the airport. For those flying from Genoa, arrange afternoon or evening flights back.

 We are continually refining and adding to our portfolio of Short-Breaks in Italy. All our short breaks are presented with photos and descriptions taken and selected by us personally to give an impression as true to the reality as we can, in partnership with local family run hotels and guest houses. These are genuine Short Breaks researched and chosen by people living locally.

 This is NOT an unverified 'web portal' or online directory - we select only those places that satisfy our criteria for price, quality, charm and location. The places to stay presented here are particularly suitable for accommodation only short-breaks. Places to stay have been carefully selected so that you can reach them easily - ideal for long weekends and short break holidays when short transfer times are important.

 We are continually refining and adding to our portfolio of Short-Breaks in Italy. All our short breaks are presented with photos and descriptions taken and selected by us personally to give an impression as true to the reality as we can, in partnership with local family run hotels and guest houses. These are genuine Short Breaks researched and chosen by people living locally.

 This is NOT an unverified 'web portal' or online directory - we select only those places that satisfy our criteria for price, quality, charm and location. The places to stay presented here are particularly suitable for accommodation only short-breaks. Places to stay have been carefully selected so that you can reach them easily - ideal for long weekends and short break holidays when short transfer times are important.

 We are continually refining and adding to our portfolio of Short-Breaks in Italy. All our short breaks are presented with photos and descriptions taken and selected by us personally to give an impression as true to the reality as we can, in partnership with local family run hotels and guest houses. These are genuine Short Breaks researched and chosen by people living locally.

 This is NOT an unverified 'web portal' or online directory - we select only those places that satisfy our criteria for price, quality, charm and location. The places to stay presented here are particularly suitable for accommodation only short-breaks. Places to stay have been carefully selected so that you can reach them easily - ideal for long weekends and short break holidays when short transfer times are important.
 

 
ADDITIONAL INFO
Travel Hint: Travelling along the Italian Riviera to visit Liguria's coastal towns and cities is recommended by train - they are frequent, comfortable and generally on time. They also take you into the resort centres and give you an additional perspective and 'flavour' of Italian life. The car by contrast is not quite as practical and ideal as first appears. There are basically two roads along the Riviera, the 'autostrada' and the 'Aurelia'. Italian 'autostrada' can be fairly stressed environments and the coastal road (via Aurelia) is pretty in parts but very slow, passing through every little seaside town. Additionally, parking in most Ligurian coastal towns is not in abundance and can take much longer to find a space than ever imagined - during most of the year, not just in summer. With car-hire, petrol, motorway tolls and parking charges, the car soon becomes an expensive and less than ideal way of getting around - and more often than not, slower overall than the journey by train.

Extend your stay: Extend your stay and enjoy a 2-centre holiday - Levante Riviera Towns.
On this sightseeing holiday, you'll visit quaint Italian villages that line the coastline in this spectacular part of Italy. Beautiful sandy beaches alternate with rocky headlands, and magnificent coastal villages shine like beacons on the shore.

For those flying in and out of Pisa - Stay a night or two in Pisa and explore the city, museums and galleries. Additional nights in Pisa cost from 55 euros pppn, staying in a 3-Star hotel. - Stay an extra night and visit Lucca (0h25 by train from Pisa). - Stay an extra night and take a day trip to Florence (1h10 by train from Pisa).

If you choose to take this holiday extension, you might like to consider flying in to Nice and out of Pisa or, in to Pisa and out of Nice to significantly reduce return journey travel times.

Notes: Prices based on 2 people sharing a double room, otherwise a single supplement applies.

To book: Check Send us your enquiry and we'll get back with availability and a quotation. or email Email your enquiry and we'll get back with availability and a quotation. or call +44 (0)845 0944 669.

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