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Nice, Genoa and Portofino: Riviera by Rail

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Begin on the Cote d'Azur with four nights in Nice, where the Promenade des Anglais sweeps along the Baie des Anges and the old town hides flower markets, Baroque churches and socca stalls. Your 4-star hotel includes breakfast, and one return train ride along the coast takes you to Monte Carlo for a day among Monaco's harbour, casino square and cliff-top gardens. Art lovers can add the Matisse and Chagall museums, both a short ride from the centre. Pricing incomplete.

Next, the train crosses into Italy via Ventimiglia to Genoa for two nights in 5-star comfort with breakfast. Explore the palace-lined Via Garibaldi, the medieval alleys of the caruggi and the old port, then try pesto where it was born. A direct train to Santa Margherita Ligure brings you close to Portofino for three nights on half board, with painted harbour houses, coastal paths and boat trips along the Ligurian shore to San Fruttuoso.

What’s included

  • Flights from the UK to Nice, returning from Genoa or Milan on your selected itinerary
  • 4 nights' 4-star bed-and-breakfast accommodation in Nice (in hotel featured or similar)
  • One return train journey from Nice to Monaco-Monte-Carlo for one leisure day
  • Train journey from Nice to Genoa, with a change at Ventimiglia
  • 2 nights' 5-star bed-and-breakfast accommodation in Genoa (in hotel featured or similar)
  • Direct train journey from Genoa to Santa Margherita Ligure-Portofino station
  • 3 nights' 4-star half-board accommodation in the Portofino area (in hotel featured or similar)
  • One-way transfer from your Portofino-area hotel to your selected Genoa or Milan airport
  • Please note activities and sightseeing mentioned in the itinerary are optional extras, apart from the rail journeys stated above.
  • NB: Please note that hotel taxes and resort fees may be collected at check in at each hotel - Please call for details

Hotels

Hotel Univers

4 star

Hôtel Univers is centrally located in Nice, a 1-minute walk from Place Massena and 15 minutes by foot from Nice Acropolis Convention and Exhibition Center. This 4-star hotel is 1. 8 mi (2. 9 km) from Promenade des Anglais and 7. 1 mi (11. 4 km) from Allianz Riviera. Make use of convenient amenities such as complimentary wireless Internet access, concierge services, and a television in a common area. Stay in one of 75 guestrooms featuring flat-screen televisions. Complimentary wireless Internet access keeps you connected, and satellite programming is available for your entertainment. Private bathrooms with showers feature complimentary toiletries and hair dryers. Conveniences include phones, as well as safes and blackout drapes/curtains. Buffet breakfasts are available daily from 7 AM to 10 AM for a fee. Featured amenities include complimentary newspapers in the lobby, a 24-hour front desk, and multilingual staff. A roundtrip airport shuttle is provided for a surcharge (available on request). Distances are displayed to the nearest 0. 1 mile and kilometer. Avenue Jean Medecin - 0. 1 km/0. 1 mi- Place Massena - 0. 1 km/0. 1 mi- Albert 1st Gardens - 0. 2 km/0. 2 mi- Nice Etoile Shopping Center - 0. 4 km/0. 3 mi- Promenade du Paillon - 0. 5 km/0. 3 mi- Quay of the United States - 0. 5 km/0. 3 mi- Verdure Theatre - 0. 5 km/0. 3 mi- Basilique Notre Dame - 0. 6 km/0. 3 mi- Nice Opera - 0. 6 km/0. 3 mi- Casino Ruhl - 0. 6 km/0. 4 mi- Opéra Beach - 0. 6 km/0. 4 mi- Courthouse Square - 0. 6 km/0. 4 mi- Cours Saleya - 0. 7 km/0. 4 mi- Clinique Saint Antoine - 0. 8 km/0. 5 mi- Nice Cathedral - 0. 8 km/0. 5 mi. The preferred airport for Hôtel Univers is Cote d'Azur Airport (NCE) - 7. 7 km/4. 8 mi.

Grand Hotel Savoia

4 star

Ideally located opposite Genoa's Piazza Principe railway station and just a short stroll from the famous Genoa Aquarium, the elegant Grand Hotel Savoia offers a luxurious base from which to explore this historic Italian city. Combining traditional charm with contemporary comforts, the hotel features 117 beautifully appointed rooms and suites, some with private balconies. All accommodation includes complimentary Wi-Fi, a welcome bottle of mineral water and an LCD television. Guests can unwind in the hotel's fitness area and intimate wellness centre, La Spiaggia Segreta, featuring a sauna, spacious hot tub and aromatherapy showers. There are also two additional hot tubs on the terrace. Dining is a pleasure at the Salgari Restaurant, serving Italian cuisine and delicious Ligurian specialities, while the stylish cocktail bar and lounge provide the perfect setting for an evening drink. The private garden offers a peaceful retreat, complete with a unique children's playground featuring an impressive pirate ship.

Hotel Piccolo Portofino

4 star

Housed in an elegant 1929 building, Meliá Genova combines historic charm with contemporary style and modern comforts. Located in the residential district of Carignano, in the heart of Genoa, the hotel is just 100 metres from the Teatro Carlo Felice and within easy walking distance of the historic centre and main shopping streets. The railway station is approximately 15 minutes away on foot, while a selection of restaurants and bars can be found nearby. Ideal for both business and leisure stays, the hotel offers excellent facilities for meetings and events, as well as a welcoming base for exploring the city. Guests can enjoy authentic cuisine in the hotel's restaurant, complemented by an extensive wine list offering a selection to suit a variety of tastes. Whether visiting for business or a city break, Meliá Genova provides an appealing blend of comfort, character and convenient location.

Itinerary

Fly to Nice and make your own way to your 4-star hotel for four nights with breakfast. Hotel Univers. Hôtel Univers is centrally located in Nice, a 1-minute walk from Place Massena and 15 minutes by foot from Nice Acropolis Convention and Exhibition Center. This 4-star hotel is 1. 8 mi (2. 9 km) from Promenade des Anglais and 7. 1 mi (11. 4 km) from Allianz Riviera. Make use of convenient amenities such as complimentary wireless Internet access, concierge services, and a television in a common area. Stay in one of 75 guestrooms featuring flat-screen televisions. Complimentary wireless Internet access keeps you connected, and satellite programming is available for your entertainment. Private bathrooms with showers feature complimentary toiletries and hair dryers. Conveniences include phones, as well as safes and blackout drapes/curtains. Buffet breakfasts are available daily from 7 AM to 10 AM for a fee. Featured amenities include complimentary newspapers in the lobby, a 24-hour front desk, and multilingual staff. A roundtrip airport shuttle is provided for a surcharge (available on request). Distances are displayed to the nearest 0. 1 mile and kilometer. Avenue Jean Medecin - 0. 1 km/0. 1 mi- Place Massena - 0. 1 km/0. 1 mi- Albert 1st Gardens - 0. 2 km/0. 2 mi- Nice Etoile Shopping Center - 0. 4 km/0. 3 mi- Promenade du Paillon - 0. 5 km/0. 3 mi- Quay of the United States - 0. 5 km/0. 3 mi- Verdure Theatre - 0. 5 km/0. 3 mi- Basilique Notre Dame - 0. 6 km/0. 3 mi- Nice Opera - 0. 6 km/0. 3 mi- Casino Ruhl - 0. 6 km/0. 4 mi- Opéra Beach - 0. 6 km/0. 4 mi- Courthouse Square - 0. 6 km/0. 4 mi- Cours Saleya - 0. 7 km/0. 4 mi- Clinique Saint Antoine - 0. 8 km/0. 5 mi- Nice Cathedral - 0. 8 km/0. 5 mi. The preferred airport for Hôtel Univers is Cote d'Azur Airport (NCE) - 7. 7 km/4. 8 mi.

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