Day 5 - Portofino and San Fruttuoso
Back on the water, we venture toward Portofino, highly regarded
as one of the most beautiful port towns in the Mediterranean. Our
scenic cruise unveils vistas of sparkling water and majestic coasts
as we near this fishing village. Pastel-painted houses surround its
stunning natural harbor; beyond, olive groves and forests frame the
backdrop. The combination is truly picturesque. Soak in this
scenery while we enjoy lunch at a local restaurant, savoring the
local cuisine and views of the idyllic harbor and blue sea. After
lunch, our trip continues toward San Fruttuoso, where we visit the
Abbey of San Fruttuoso, an ancient Benedictine monastery built in
the 10th century. The abbey is set in a pretty bay beneath wooded
hillsides and has seen over 1,000 years of history. Nearby is the
underwater statue of "Christ in the Abyss," said to protect local
sailors. Overnight Sestri Levante.
*If weather conditions prevent us from docking in San Fruttuoso,
we will visit Santa Margherita instead. Santa Margherita has the
undertones of a traditional fishing village yet boasts all of the
glamor and beauty of a Riviera resort town.
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