Devote the day to discovering the glorious past of Genoa, the birthplace of Christopher Columbus, and the seaside splendor of Portofino on this 2-in-1 tour. After exploring Genoa's labyrinthine Old Town, embark on a stunning cruise to visit the colorful fishing village at your own pace.

Your outing starts in Genoa's ancient harbor, where you meet your guide in front of the Galata Museo del Mare for a morning tour. Tread on the same ground that Christopher Columbus walked hundreds of years ago, wandering through narrow alleyways to Old Town's many landmarks, some of which date back to the medieval era.

After free time for lunch on your own, travel to the village of Santa Margherita Ligure, where you board a boat bound for Portofino. Relish the views of the Italian Riviera coastline on the way to the half-moon-shaped town, whose pastel-colored buildings and picturesque harbor have captivated countless writers and poets such as Guy de Maupassant. Once you arrive, enjoy time to wander its waterfront and high-end boutiques on your own before catching the boat back to Genoa.