Panoramic Tour across the "creuze" with a storyteller

4.9
(47 reviews)

3 hours (approximately)
Offered in: English and 1 more

We will walk through picturesque old paths called "creuze" which connect the sea with the surrounding hills ; they only can be found in Liguria and particularly in Genoa.

We will discover the best panoramic views and you will get to know a bit of history of the city through original songs/tales accompanied on guitar, a definitely original way to visit a place !!

What's Included

public transportation
Snacks

Meeting and pickup

Meeting point

In front of the bank "Banco di Sardegna" (Piazza Fontane Marose 6)

End point
This activity ends in a different location. You can choose from multiple locations at checkout.

Itinerary

Duration: 3 hours (approximately)
  • 1

    From Piazza Portello we will take the public lift to Spianata Castelletto, where you can enjoy a wonderful view of the city. We will recognize the historical buildings and the stories related to them and we will taste a granita or ice cream before we start to explore the Genoese "creuze"

    20 minutes Admission ticket free
  • 2

    Walking along these beautiful footpaths we will reach the medieval village of Carmine. Here the storyteller will tell sing the first of his stories related to the city of Genoa

    25 minutes Admission ticket free
  • 3

    The historic funicular will take us to the Righi, the highest point of this tour. Then we will walk down some other charming "creuze" such as Salita Cavallo, where the storyteller will tell you his second story

    20 minutes Admission ticket free
  • 4

    We will stroll down another beautiful "creuza" called "Salita a porta delle Chiappe" and we will stop by another panoramic viewpoint where the storyteller will sing his third and last story, then we will continue to the Madonnetta Sanctuary, where you can see one of the most beautiful "risseu" (pebble mosaic) of the city

    25 minutes Admission ticket free

Additional info

  • Public transportation options are available nearby
  • Not recommended for travelers with spinal injuries
  • Not recommended for pregnant travelers
  • Not recommended for travelers with poor cardiovascular health
  • Travelers should have at least a moderate level of physical fitness
Supplied by Soul of Genoa Tours

Tags

Half-day Tours
Historical Tours
Art Tours
Walking Tours
Trolley Tours
Nature Walks
Music Tours
Cable Car Tours
Small Group
Excellent Quality

Cancellation Policy

For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.

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