An excursion to discover the wonders of the botanical gardens in Italian Riviera and the mild climate of the Riviera.
An excursion to discover the wonders of Liguria’s botanical gardens and the mild climate of the Riviera.
- Transfer via highway to Ventimiglia and from there to La Mortola, near the Italian-French border (22 km – approx. 30′).
- Visit to the Hanbury Gardens, one of the most important botanical gardens in the world. Founded in 1867 by Sir Thomas Hanbury, they were restored to their former glory by the University of Genoa in 1983. Of the total 18 hectares, 9 are covered with native species and 9 with exotic flora. Notable highlights include Australian forest plants, the Japanese garden, and cycads from the Far East.
- In the area, visit the prehistoric Balzi Rossi caves and the adjacent museum, with a possible stop at the charming white-pebble beach nestled among cliffs overlooking the sea—one of the most breathtaking views in Liguria.
- Return along the Aurelia road with the option to visit the Pallanca Garden in Bordighera, rich in cacti from all corners of the world—a truly unique garden.
- Upon request, it is also possible to visit one of the many greenhouses where the famous Sanremo flowers are cultivated and exported all over the world.