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Arrival port

Portofino (tender)

Tender port

Yes — Portofino

Typical visit length

Approx. 10 hours

Best for

Portofino village, coastal scenery, and Riviera excursions

Recommended tour style

Small-group or private shore excursions

Return-to-ship confidence

Build 45 minutes before all aboard plus tender queue time

Seven Seas Prestige Portofino schedule

Seven Seas Prestige brings Regent Seven Seas' all-inclusive luxury experience to the Italian Riviera. Published Portofino calls in our data typically allow a standard to long day ashore — enough for a coordinated small-group tour when tendering is smooth.

Regent Seven Seas ships anchor offshore like other mainstream vessels. Prestige passengers benefit from smaller guest numbers than the largest cruise ships, but return queues still build on busy mornings.

Regent Seven Seas

Sat, 4 Sept 2027

10 hours
Arrival
08:00
Departure
18:00
Time in port
10 hours
Passenger capacity
Capacity varies by sailing

View the full September 2027 schedule.

Regent Seven Seas

Mon, 11 Oct 2027

10 hours
Arrival
08:00
Departure
18:00
Time in port
10 hours
Passenger capacity
Capacity varies by sailing

View the full October 2027 schedule.

Best excursions for Seven Seas Prestige passengers

These Portofino options suit tender passengers who need reliable return-to-ship timing. Match the excursion duration to your published call length before booking.

Most Popular · Recommended

Small Group Santa Margherita, Camogli & Portofino Shore Excursion

Our top recommendation — Santa Margherita Ligure, Camogli, and Portofino village in one small-group shore excursion with coordinated transport from the harbour.

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8+ hour calls

Camogli & Portofino coast tour

Ideal when you want authentic fishing village atmosphere plus Portofino village time on longer port days.

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5+ hour calls

Portofino coastal walk

Compact guided walk on the Portofino headland with village free time.

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Short to standard calls

Independent Portofino harbour walk

Explore the piazzetta, harbourfront cafés, and boutique streets at your own pace after tendering ashore.

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Private Italian Riviera excursions can be arranged on longer port calls when you want a fully customised itinerary. Contact your excursion provider with your ship's arrival and departure times.

Tender information for Seven Seas Prestige

Portofino is normally a tender port. Seven Seas Prestige will anchor offshore and transfer passengers by tender boat into Portofino village, near the harbour.

Early tenders can be busy, especially when several ships are in the Gulf on the same day. Do not plan an excursion to start immediately at published arrival time; allow time to queue, transfer, and reach the meeting point.

Read our full Portofino tender guide for queuing advice and return-to-ship margins.

Long call 9+ hours

  • Best window for the Camogli and Portofino coast tour or a relaxed multi-village Riviera day.
  • You can combine village time, coastal scenery, and lunch without rushing.
  • Still build in tender queue time — long port days attract more passengers ashore.
  • Use the cruise planner to confirm your personal return deadline.

Use the Portofino cruise plannerwith your ship's times to see which excursions fit comfortably.

Meeting point and arrival advice

Guides normally arrive shortly before tour departure, not at the moment your ship's published arrival time begins. Passengers who tender ashore very early may not see the guide immediately — this is normal.

  • Allow time for tender queues after your ship clears passengers.
  • Keep your excursion supplier contact details handy in case of tender delays.
  • Meeting points are usually near the Portofino harbour and piazzetta — see our meeting point guide.
  • If your tender is late, read what to do if your tender is delayed.

Frequently asked questions

Does Seven Seas Prestige tender at Portofino?
Most cruise ships do not dock directly in Portofino due to the small size of the harbour. Instead, ships anchor offshore and passengers are transported into the village using tender boats. The tender ride itself offers fantastic views of the Italian Riviera coastline and the colourful Portofino harbour as you arrive. Allow extra time for queuing on busy days.
How long is Seven Seas Prestige usually in Portofino?
Based on published schedules, Seven Seas Prestige typically spends approx. 10 hours in port when call times are confirmed. Always verify arrival and departure times with your cruise line before booking an excursion.
What shore excursions suit Seven Seas Prestige passengers?
The Small Group Santa Margherita, Camogli & Portofino Shore Excursion works well when your port call is seven hours or longer once tender time is counted. The tour itself runs approx. 4 hours. See tour details for full information.
When should Seven Seas Prestige passengers return to the tender pier?
Be at the tender landing at least 45 minutes before all aboard. Build in 15 to 20 minutes each way for the tender transfer, plus queue time when multiple ships are in the Gulf.

Plan your Seven Seas Prestige Portofino port day

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