Private Yacht to Portofino: Cinque Terre & Portovenere on the Maiora 20 Fly
Boarding at Porto Mirabello, La Spezia at approximately 10:00 a.m., disembarkation at 6:00 p.m. — an 8-hour private yacht day aboard the Maiora 20 Fly, a 20-metre motor yacht completely refitted in 2024, with panoramic flybridge, bow sundeck and a maximum of 12 guests. This is the most ambitious itinerary in the fleet: a single day that connects the Gulf of Poets, the Cinque Terre and Portofino in one continuous journey along the Ligurian Riviera.
After boarding and a short briefing with the captain, the Maiora sets sail towards the UNESCO-listed archipelago of Palmaria, Tino and Tinetto before anchoring in front of Portovenere, where the Church of San Pietro — built in the 13th century — rises above the sea at the tip of the ancient promontory. After a stop to admire the medieval waterfront and Byron's Cave below, the yacht continues northwest.
The Cinque Terre Coast and the Final Destination: Portofino
The route follows the coastline past the Cinque Terre — the five fishing villages of Monterosso, Vernazza, Corniglia, Manarola and Riomaggiore, declared a UNESCO World Heritage Site in 1997 — their colourful houses stacked on sheer cliffs above crystal-clear water, visible in full panoramic sequence from the Maiora's flybridge as the yacht sails past at the permitted offshore distance.
The final destination is Portofino: one of the most recognisable names in Mediterranean travel, synonymous with elegance and dolce vita. The village is built entirely around its small natural harbour — tall, colourful houses leaning over the waterfront, the famous little square a few steps from the quay, the surrounding hillside thick with pines and Mediterranean vegetation. The sea in the harbour reflects the colours of the houses, the sky and the boats: yachts, dinghies and ferries arriving and departing in what can only be described as effortless choreography.
Throughout the day, multiple swimming stops are scheduled in sheltered coves along the route — the Maiora's elongated stern transom makes entering and exiting the water natural and easy. Return to the port of departure and disembarkation at approximately 6:00 p.m.
Itineraries are subject to weather and sea conditions. The skipper may modify the route at any time to ensure the safety of all guests. Punctuality at boarding and disembarkation is required: delays will incur a charge of €120 per hour. In case of unjustified delay, the captain reserves the right to depart without the late guests.
