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The “Vele d’Epoca” of Imperia

Le Vele d’Epoca, the event featuring historic boats competing in the Regattas in Imperia, has been taking place in the beautiful city on the Riviera dei Fiori since 1986. On the occasion of this captivating event, the travel agency Nyala Wonder Travel has organized a tour for sailing enthusiasts—and not only them…

Duration: 3 days – 2 nights
Locations: Imperia, Sanremo, Principality of Monaco
Attendance at the “Le Vele d’Epoca” event
Wellness experience at the hotel’s spa
Tasting of local products or visit to a soap factory
Chip voucher for the Sanremo Municipal Casino
Excursion to the Principality of Monaco with free time

MTB Course: Weekend in the Italian Riviera

Book the MTB Trails Weekend—it's a great opportunity to enjoy the breathtaking landscapes of the Maritime Alps, with truly unique cycling routes that range from trails near the beaches of the Ligurian Sea to peaks over two thousand meters high.

Tour duration: 4 days – 3 nights
Location: Sanremo
Scenic MTB routes on Monte Faudo, Monte Nero, and the coastal bike path
Guided excursions departing from Imperia, Bordighera, and Sanremo
Stay at Nyala Bike Hotel with half-board plus
Packed lunch and afternoon snack included for support during rides
Helmet required; bike and protection gear rental available on site
Special agreements available with doctor, physiotherapist, and bike mechanic

Battle of the Flowers in Ventimiglia

The grandiose festival of the Battle of the Flowers in Ventimiglia awaits you. The colours and scents of Liguria are the protagonists of this ancient carnival event held in June.

Monaco Grand Prix Formula 1

Monaco Formula 1 Grand Prix: a program that guides you through the adrenaline-filled atmosphere of the Principality of Monaco.

Duration: 3 days – 2 nights
Location: Ligurian Riviera, Monte Carlo
Round-trip train transfer from the Ligurian Riviera to Monte Carlo included
Assistance with purchasing tickets for Qualifying and the Race
Visit to Monaco Ville, changing of the guard, and historical landmarks
Dinner included at the hotel each evening
Accommodation in a 3- or 4-star hotel with half-board treatment

The historical parade of Taggia

We offer you the opportunity to attend one of the most beautiful historical representations in Liguria: the Feast of Saint Benedict in Taggia.

Duration: 3 days – 2 nights
Location: Taggia
Medieval market featuring typical products from the Ligurian valleys
Historical reenactment of the battle against the House of Savoy
Historical parade with over 500 participants in costume
Lunch at a traditional restaurant serving local Taggiasca cuisine
Accommodation in hotel with half-board treatment

Valentine’s Day Romance on the Riviera

Looking for romantic ideas on what to do on Valentine's Day? Would you like to spend magic moments together with your partner? If you choose the Romantic Valentine's Day package in the Ligurian Riviera, Nyala Wonder Travel agency will organise for you and your partner overnight stays in wonderful hotels and walks in idyllic places.

Duration: 3 days – 2 nights
Locations: Sanremo, Dolceacqua, Apricale, Nice
Romantic dinner in a traditional restaurant in Sanremo and candlelit dinner with live music
Wine and Ligurian specialties tasting in a wine bar in Dolceacqua
Visit to the medieval villages of Dolceacqua and Apricale
Guided visit with tasting at Confiserie Florian in Nice
Admission to the Sanremo Municipal Casino

Riviera on a saddle: Horseback riding in Liguria

Scenic views and significant historical and artistic heritage provide the backdrop for those wishing to enjoy horseback riding in Liguria—an opportunity to experience the region in close contact with nature and tradition.

Duration: 3 days – 2 nights
Locations: Pompeiana, Cipressa, S. Salvatore, Castellaro, Taggia
Horseback excursions through historic villages, hills, and the Ligurian coast
Points of interest: Sanctuary of Our Lady of Lampedusa, medieval bridge, Convent of San Domenico
Traditional lunch in a typical restaurant in Taggia
Hotel accommodation with half-board treatment
Horse rental included for the scheduled excursions

Trekking in Liguria

This excursion is ideal for lovers of trekking in Liguria, as it focuses on the scenic wonders to be explored on foot to fully enjoy the atmosphere of Mediterranean nature.

Duration: 4 days – 3 nights
Locations: Argentina Valley, Nervia Valley, Western Liguria Coastal Park
Hike in the Argentina Valley with a loop through Gavano, Passo Drego, and Molini di Triora (approx. 20 km)
Trek in the Upper Nervia Valley from Colla Melosa to Monte Grai Refuge and back
Scenic walk in the Western Liguria Coastal Park along the former railway path
Packed lunch and route maps included for the hikes
Possibility to request guides, massage therapists, and personalized services

Riviera on two wheels

Sea views, medieval villages, bike paths: a journey filled with colors and landscapes for all participants of the “Cycling Tour in the Ligurian Riviera” package to enjoy. Just book this vacation—complete with hotel and much more—with Nyala Wonder Travel!

Duration: 3 days – 2 nights
Locations: Sanremo, Arma di Taggia, Imperia, Pontedassio, Colle San Bartolomeo, Carpasio, Bordighera, Seborga, Ospedaletti
Bike excursions along the Argentina and Arroscia Valleys with scenic viewpoints
Challenging climbs: Pontedassio – Passo del Ginestro and Garlenda – Colle d’Oggia
Routes on asphalt, mule tracks, and scenic singletrack trails up to Monte Nero
Hotel accommodation with half-board and bike storage
Late check-out on departure day

Riviera in Mountain Bike

Book now the “Ligurian Riviera Mountain Bike Weekend” to experience magical moments among cycling trails and breathtaking views.

Duration: 3 days – 2 nights
Locations: Pigna, Castel Vittorio, Bajardo, Apricale, Isolabona, Ventimiglia, Monte Grammondo
Mountain bike excursions in the Nervia Valley and up to Monte Grammondo
Scenic climbs up to 1376 m with views of the Maritime Alps and Menton
Route through medieval villages, forest trails, and natural cycling paths
Hotel accommodation with half-board and bike storage
Late check-out included on departure day

A Weekend for Champions

3 DAYS – 2 NIGHT TOURIST PACKAGE A Weekend for Champions The Riviera of Flowers attends you to make you live the most emotional moments together with the great bicycle racing champions. A weekend of strong and intense emotions awaits you! 1st day: Friday Arrival in the afternoon with check in at the chosen hotel. […]

Carnival in the Riviera

If you are looking for a magical place where you can spend moments of pure fun, rely on this package tour organised by the Nyala Wonder Travel agency: it guarantees you participation in the famous Carnival of Nice, the most cheerful and festive Carnival on the Côte d’Azur, combined with the traditional Lemon Festival in Menton are waiting for you to experience unforgettable moments on the Riviera.

Riviera of Notes: Italian music venues on the Ligurian Riviera

A weekend full of emotions to the sound of Italian music finds its ideal setting in Sanremo, the city of music par excellence, home to the world-famous Teatro Ariston and other iconic locations linked to the Italian music scene.

Duration: 3 days – 2 nights
Locations: Sanremo, Vallecrosia
Visit to the Virtual Museum of the Ariston Theatre and the Song Temple-Museum
Experience aboard the "Music Train" featuring memorabilia and historic instruments
Musical lunch at the restaurant of the Temple-Museum
Accommodation in hotel with half board

Gambling on the Riviera: Sanremo Casino and Monte Carlo Casino tour

Casino of Sanremo and Casino of Monte Carlo: this successful combination of glamour and local charm will guide you through the most sparkling aspects of the Italian and French Riviera, captivating both your spirit of adventure and your desire for high society.

Duration: 3 days – 2 nights
Destinations: Sanremo, Monte Carlo, Inland Imperia
Experience at the renowned Casinos of Sanremo and Monte Carlo
Gourmet dinners in Sanremo and Monte Carlo included
Free time to explore exclusive boutiques and historic villages
Accommodation in hotel with half board treatment

Whale watching in the Mediterranean

Book the Whale Watching tour in the Mediterranean to discover the wildlife of the seven seas and the history of their exploration, through stunning aquariums and well-documented museums, also venturing out to encounter the great cetaceans in their natural habitat: the Whale Sanctuary.

Duration: 3 days – 2 nights
Locations: Sanremo – Principality of Monaco
Approx. 5-hour boat excursion in the Pelagos Cetacean Sanctuary
Whale, sperm whale and dolphin watching in their natural habitat
Admission to the Oceanographic Museum of Monaco
Visit to the Rock of Monaco and the Cathedral of Saint Nicholas
Excursion subject to weather and sea conditions

Corso Fiorito San Remo in Flowers

Book an exceptional weekend at the annual event Corso Fiorito Sanremo in Fiore, during the traditional Sanremo Carnival, with a parade of flowered floats and marching bands.

Duration: 3 days – 2 nights
Locations: Sanremo, La Mortola, Bordighera
Visit to the Hanbury Botanical Gardens
Visit to the Pallanca Exotic Garden in Bordighera
Numbered grandstand ticket for the Sanremo Flower Parade
Admission to the Sanremo Municipal Casino
Lunch at a traditional Sanremo restaurant

Food and wine fair in Imperia: Olioliva

We are pleased to invite you to the Food & Wine Fair in Imperia, Olioliva, held every year in November to celebrate the king of the Mediterranean Diet: extra virgin olive oil.

Duration: 3 days – 2 nights
Location: Imperia, Inland of Imperia
Visit to the event "Olioliva – New Olive Oil Festival"
Tastings and olive oil tasting workshops
Visit to traditional olive mills and optional soap factory tour
Typical dinners and lunch in local restaurants
Hotel accommodation with half board

The gastronomic treasures of the Ligurian Riviera

Tour of traditional production workshops to discover the gastronomic treasures of the Ligurian Riviera: from extra virgin olive oil to DOC wines. Nyala Wonder Travel organizes excursions to vineyards and olive groves, wineries, and olive mills.

Duration: 4 days – 3 nights
Locations: Imperia, Dolceacqua, Apricale, Porto Maurizio
Visit to historic extra virgin olive oil producers (Isnardi, Raineri)
Tastings of Rossese and local wines at traditional wineries
Two typical lunches in the hinterland and Ligurian specialties such as zabaione and pansarole
Cultural visits to the medieval villages of Dolceacqua, Apricale and Parasio
Accommodation in hotel with half board treatment

Gourmet Escape: Culinary Specialities from Liguria and the Côte d’Azur

We are ready to delight your palate with the most delicious culinary specialties of Liguria and the French Riviera through this food and wine tour focused on tastings of local products, lunches in traditional restaurants, and museum visits.

Duration: 3 days – 2 nights
Locations: Nice, Imperia
Traditional dinners featuring Ligurian and French specialties
Tastings and visits to Confiserie Florian and Café de Turin
Visit to the Fratelli Carli Olive Oil Museum in Imperia
Accommodation in hotel with half board

Easter holidays: Flower Riviera tours

Nyala Wonder Travel takes you on a journey through scents and colours with this special Easter Holiday: Flower Riviera Tour.

Duration: 4 days – 3 nights
Locations: Sanremo, Bussana Vecchia, Principality of Monaco, Dolceacqua
Easter Mass at the San Siro Cathedral in Sanremo
Traditional Easter lunch and local tasting in Dolceacqua
Recommended visits to historic villages and cultural sites: Pigna, Bussana Vecchia, the Rock of Monaco
Hotel accommodation with half board

Gardens of the Riviera: Nature Tour in Liguria and the Côte d’Azur

Nyala Wonder Travel invites you to enjoy walks through the most beautiful botanical gardens and museum visits along the stunning coastline, where breathtaking sea views will delight your eyes. Book now the Nature Tour in Liguria and the French Riviera, including overnight stays and entrance tickets to all the attractions on the itinerary!

Duration: 4 days – 3 nights
Locations: Sanremo, Bordighera, Menton
Visits to exotic and Mediterranean botanical gardens
Admission included to Villa Ormond, Pallanca, Val Rahmeh, and Serre de la Madone
Opportunity for botanical shopping at local garden centers
Hotel accommodation with half board