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ALBENGA, THE ANCIENT MILL AND THE OLIVE OIL MUSEUM<\/strong>
\nMeet with our expert guide and visit Albenga, a seaside town and center of fruit and vegetable production.
\nThe historic center preserves the Roman urban layout of the ancient city of the “Liguri Inganni”
\nand boasts valuable medieval monuments. It climbs toward the archaeological zone and the Via Julia
\nAugusta, taking the direct route to Mount Bignone (over 500 meters). The guided tour flanks
\nthe ruins of a necropolis of Roman origin, which convey a feeling of ghostly
\nimmobility in sharp contrast to the enchanting island of Gallinara in the background, a jewel set
\nin the sea.
\nThe guided tour continues to the Sanctuary of Madonna della Guardia, an ancient Marian shrine
\nwhose construction began in the 17th century, still a pilgrimage destination. Free lunch.
\nFollowed by a visit to an Ancient Oil Mill, which for more than 100 years has stood within the medieval walls of the city
\nof Albenga!
\nIt is still the place where the family produces extra virgin olive oil “mosto” cold pressed and where they
\nsells all the specialties of Ligurian cuisine that it produces, in full respect of artisanal processing
\nand without the addition of additives and preservatives.
\nWhat makes the Frantoio one of the most spectacular places in the area is precisely its location within
\nthe medieval walls, which in turn merge onto other walls of Roman origin. Under the
\nvaults it is possible to find old farm tools, jars, presses, objects, which Nino collected over the
\nyears, and photos of olive trees, not to mention the unmistakable smell of olive processing.
\nOil processing has also, of course, had to adapt to EEC directives: that is why the old
\nmillstones remained only for display, to leave room for technology, today the protagonist
\nof oil production.Next to the Oil Mill there is also the Olive Oil Museum, strongly desired by the family
\nof the owners and entirely dedicated to the Oil Civilization: in these spaces you can see and touch
\nthe entire history of one of the oldest and most important jobs in the Liguria region.
\nToday the Museum is connected via an underground tunnel to the Oil Mill: thus a single
\nspace entirely dedicated to the world of oil and its production. In it is housed the entire history
\nof the oil civilization, but also a lot of contemporary art, from painting, through sculpture,
\narriving at photography; in fact, in these rooms the owners offer artists the opportunity to exhibit
\ntheir own works.
\nThe museum has hosted the likes of Federico Moccia, Antonio Ricci and Vittorio Sgarbi.
\nDuration : 7 hours
\nPrice per person : 199.00 \u20ac from 2 to 3 people
\n129.00 \u20ac from 4 to 7 people
\n89.00 \u20ac from 8 to 10 people
\nServices included: Guided tour of Albenga with our expert guide (duration 6 hours) and entrance to the ancient
\nOil Mill and the Albenga Olive Oil Museum
\nMeeting point: Albenga in Piazza del Popolo\/ End of service: Albenga Olive Oil Museum.
\nRecommended clothing: comfortable for walking.<\/p>\n

FINALBORGO AND NOLI: IMMERSE IN THE MIDDLE AGES<\/strong>
\nFor those who are fascinated by the 14th century, with its religious mysteries, clashes on horseback and great poetic
\nItalian we take you to discover medieval Liguria, the ideal route for all those who feel
\nfeel drawn to our roots.
\nMeet with our expert guide and visit Finalborgo, one of the most beautiful medieval villages in Italy.
\nIts origins date back to the Middle Ages, although recent studies seem to backdate its foundation
\nby a few centuries. Strolling through the streets of the old town, one savors the medieval atmosphere
\ncreated by the imposing Castel San Giovanni, which rises majestically to defend the city. Not to be
\nalso miss the other notable artistic testimonies, such as the Basilica of San Biagio, the ancient
\nConvent of St. Catherine, with its striking botanical garden, and the numerous palaces of the
\nRenaissance, including the Ricci Palace and the Brunenghi Palace. Such a rich and dense itinerary, you can
\nfind only by those who have real experience there…At the end of the tour of Finalborgo, you reach
\nanother jewel of medieval origins on the Ligurian Riviera: Noli. Free lunch. In the afternoon you will discover
\none of the maritime republics, which in the 12th century enjoyed great wealth thanks to continuous
\ntrade by sea with other countries. Noli is a wonderful town that stands by the
\nsea. From here, in fact, you can admire the fishing boats on the coast and enjoy the clean beach and
\nthe clear sea of the Ligurian Riviera. And, why not, take a refreshing dip.
\nThe last stop is a gastronomic stop for the preparation of two of the most important products of Ligurian gastronomy: farinata, a savory cake prepared with chickpea flour, and pesto. Both
\nrecipes originated precisely during the Middle Ages.
\nThis gastronomic experience is the last taste of Liguria that the medieval package offers.
\nDuration: 7 hours
\nPrice per person: 199.00 \u20ac from 2 to 3 pax
\n139.00 \u20ac from 4 to 7 pax
\n99.00 \u20ac from 8 to 10 pax
\nServices included: Guided tour with our expert guide of Finalborgo and Noli (duration 7 hours),
\ntasting of farinata and pesto in a historic restaurant
\nMeeting point: Finalborgo in Piazza Garibaldi\/ End of service: Noli in Piazza del Comune
\nRecommended clothing: comfortable for walking.<\/p>\n

URBAN PANORAMIC TREKKING IN GENOA<\/strong>
\nOur licensed tour guide, who has known Genoa for a lifetime, will lead you through an unusual
\nurban trekking route to a stunning vantage point little known to those who are not
\nlocals, from which the entire city can be admired. The itinerary will start from Piazza De Ferrari and will take us via mule tracks to Spianata Castelletto, from where you can enjoy the view of the historic center and
\nof the Old Port basin. Here you will also be able to enjoy a delicious granita or ice cream
\nin a historic establishment. The next stop is an incredible quiet corner nestled in the city, where
\nyou can breathe an atmosphere of other times: this is the Antica Farmacia Erboristica Sant’Anna dei Frati
\nCarmelitani Scalzi, built in the 1600s. You will be welcomed and explained many of the secrets of remedies
\nnatural that are still prepared Friars with the products of their gardens.
\nAs a souvenir of the Genoa city excursion you will be able to find the famous “rose syrup of Valle
\nScrivia,” also called “red gold” and “nectar of the gods” for its incredible beneficial properties.
\nThe final experience, which you can reach after a somewhat strenuous but certainly rewarding climb,
\ncan also be experienced by those who do not like to walk long distances, thanks to the historic funicular railway
\nthat will take you all the way to the Carmelite Convent.
\nWe will descend toward the center via Salita San Bartolomeo and reach the charming district
\nof Carmine dating back to medieval times. We will find ourselves in a corner of downtown Genoa
\ntimeless! The Carmine, as the Genoese call it, is in fact entirely pedestrian and characterized
\nby picturesque little squares, alleys and narrow streets with evocative names such as Vico del Cioccolatte, Vico
\ndella Fragola, Piazza della Giuggiola or Piazza di San Bernardo dell’Olivella.
\nFree lunch during the day.
\nDuration: 7 hours
\nPrice per person: 199.00 \u20ac from 2 to 3 pax
\n119.00 \u20ac from 4 to 7 pax
\n79.00 \u20ac from 8 to 10 pax<\/p>\n

Entire day Tigullio Riviera<\/strong><\/p>\n

with navigation between Santa Margherita \/Porto Fino \/ San Fruttuoso
\nFree lunch in Portofino \u20ac55\/ children under 12 \u20ac35
\nincluding roundtrip transfer by tourist bus<\/p>\n

Toirano Caves and historic village<\/strong><\/p>\n

35\u20ac\/ children under 12 years 35\u20ac
\nThe Toirano Caves are a complex of 4 main caves (Grotta della B\u00e0sura, Grotta del Colombo, Grotta Santa Lucia Inferiore and Superiore).The most spectacular is definitely the Grotta della B\u00e0sura.
\nincluding roundtrip transfer by tourist bus<\/p>\n

Genoa Aquarium and Galata Museo del Mare<\/strong>.
\nEntrance fees , transfer a\/r by tourist bus 60\u20ac\/ children under 12 45\u20ac
\nwith lunch included +8\u20ac\/ children under 12 4\u20ac<\/p>\n

Boat tour of the Cinque Terre with sunset aperitif 130\u20ac<\/strong>.<\/p>\n

What you will do
\nSail at sunset along the breathtaking coastline of Cinque Terre
\nGlimpse the picturesque village of Riomaggiore
\nEnjoy a rich Italian aperitivo with local products
\nHave fun during diving and snorkeling stops. Try to catch a glimpse of dolphins!<\/p>\n

Starting from Monterosso, while enjoying a welcome drink, you will sail through the entire Cinque Terre coastline to Riomaggiore and Punta Montenero, which closes the southeast side of the beautiful Cinque Terre National Park.
\nYou will also have the opportunity to take a swim near the coast, diving into the clear waters of the Ligurian Sea.
\nOnce everyone is back on the boat, you will head to Punta Mesco, the most northwestern point of the National Park. From there you can admire the fascinating landscape of lights and colors and-if you are lucky enough-you will catch a glimpse of dolphins playing on the surface of the sea.
\nIn the unique atmosphere that only this picturesque bay at sunset can offer, you will have the chance to enjoy a tasty and rich Italian aperitivo made with local products.<\/p>\n

What is included
\nwelcome drink\/ Italian aperitivo with typical products\/masks and snorkels are available on board\/
\nWhat is not included
\nbeach towel, sunscreen, the necessary to swim<\/p>\n

Where
\nMonterosso al Mare, La Spezia<\/p>\n

Meeting point:
\nMeet the boat crew at the Fishermen’s Pier, Aquamarina<\/p>\n

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