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.
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HIGHLIGHTS
Alassio, Italy |
Alassio - Riviera dei Fiori # San Remo # Seaside towns & fishing villages # Albenga # Riviera delle Palme # Laigueglia # Riviera delle Palme |
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TRIP DETAILS
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.
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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.
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NOTE:
1. Prices in 'euros' and based on 2 people sharing a double room,
otherwise a single supplement applies. Prices for bookings during
the winter months can be up to 20% less. Flights and transfers
not included unless specified.
2. The hotels, guest houses and B&Bs presented represent
some of the more charming places to stay and are very well situated
for exploring the surrounding towns, cities and countryside -
always within easy reach of a regional airport. Having visited
virtually all hotels in each of the places presented, we believe
these hotels offer the best combination of price and quality
available.
3. If you have particularly beautiful photographs of
this area showing it's true character and atmosphere, please forward them to us
for inclusion on our site - photos@xtrallusion.com
4. If you are the owner of charming
holiday accommodation in a special location, whether it be a
hotel, B&B, 'albergo', 'agriturismo' or self-catered apartments
- send us an email with details and we'll consider adding it
to our list - web@xtrallusion.com
5. FLY-TRAIN holidays: fly to the recommended airport
and take a train to the place you will be staying for your Short
Break. Airport transfer times are generally less than 1 hour
by train.
6. FLY-MEETU holidays: fly to the recommended airport
where we will meet you on your arrival at the nearest airport
or mainline railway station, and take you to your hotel either
by car or mini-bus.
7. FLY-DRIVE holidays: these short-breaks are typically
in places that are not served by regular public transport or
areas deserving further independent exploration under your own
steam. Therefore, we thoroughly recommend that you arrange car-hire
at your point of arrival in Italy, or use your own car if driving
down.
8. All our Short Breaks can be extended by as many days as you
wish - please ask for a quotation.
9. Tour
itieraries have been chosen for their special interest and locations
which endear many of us to return.
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