8 days tour

Charming Piedmont Region - Self-Drive - 8 Days

Charming Piedmont Region - Self-Drive - 8 Days

This tour includes:

Others

2 nights in Casale Monferrato / Hotel type: Cantinola Resort, Cascina Cerola or similar 2 nights in Langhe / Hotel type: Borgo Vecchio, Castelberg or similar 2 nights in Dogliani / Hotel type: Hotel Minaldo or similar 1 night in Turin / Hotel Type: Hotel Mercure Torino or similar Taxes Daily Breakfast Wine Tasting with a Barolo Winemaker Wine Tasting in a Asti Winemaker Farmer Lunch in La Morra Map of suggested route

Accommodation

7 overnights at centrally located 4 star hotels. 2 nights in Casale Monferrato / Hotel type: Cantinola Resort, Cascina Cerola or similar 2 nights in Langhe / Hotel type: Borgo Vecchio, Castelberg or similar 2 nights in Dogliani / Hotel type: Hotel Minaldo or similar 1 night in Turin / Hotel Type: Hotel Mercure Torino or similar

Hygieneprotocol

In accordance to current legislation, which is constantly revised in accordance with the epidemiological situation, We have implemented thorough social distancing, hygiene and sanitation procedures to ensure your comfort, health, and safety during the tour with us.

Meals

Daily Breakfast Wine Tasting with a Barolo Winemaker Wine Tasting in a Asti Winemaker Farmer Lunch in La Morra

Transport

8 Days Car Rental - FIAT 500 L or similar (Manual)* *(Please note, for Automatic car there could be a supplement and we cannot guarantee the same car as per the Manual one)

Not included:

Insurance

Insurance not included

Others

Drinks on meals City tax to be paid at hotel

Flights

International flights are not included

Guide

Tour guide not included

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Itinerary of your trip Charming Piedmont Region - Self-Drive - 8 Days

  • Day 1 Day 1: Welcome To Italy Arrive In Malpensa Or Turin Airport
    • 12:00 am - 11:59 pm

      Day 1: Welcome To Italy Arrive In Malpensa Or Turin Airport

      Welcome to Italy! Arrive in Malpensa or Turin airport and start your journey.

      Cars can be picked up in Airports, Ports and Stations.

      Overnight in Casale Monferrato

  • Day 2 Day 2: Explore The Area Of Casale Monferrato - Romanesque - Churches - Castles
    • 12:00 am - 11:59 pm

      Day 2: Explore The Area Of Casale Monferrato - Romanesque - Churches - Castles

      After delicious breakfast we suggest to explore the area of Casale Monferrato. Monferrato is an area of โ€‹โ€‹wines and saints,

      Romanesque churches and castles, excellent food and historic villages. From the borders with the paddy fields of the great plain, its hills stretch up to the hills of Langhe and Roero. A continuous and enchanting ups and downs, a succession of vineyards and wooded areas, meadows and cultivated land, perched villages and towering castles, historic residences and parish churches. Casale Monferrato was a historically flourishing settlement that under the Monferrato dynasty recognized a period of true splendor. There are numerous historical and architectural elements that you can visit, such as the beautiful Romanesque Cathedral with a narthex of great artistic value and a rich Treasure of the Cathedral, the historians Palazzo Treville and Palazzo Anna dโ€™Alenรงon, the Civic Tower and so on.

      Overnight in Casale Monferrato

  • Day 3 Day 3: Charming Asti - Marchesi Alfieri Castle - San Martino Alfieri - Nieve
    • 12:00 am - 11:59 pm

      Day 3: Charming Asti - Marchesi Alfieri Castle - San Martino Alfieri - Nieve

      Breakfast at the hotel and move to Nieve. On the way, we suggest to visit Asti and the nearby villages. Asti is known as the city of 100 towers because of its Medieval skyline. It is a very small city and you can combine an historic and art visit with a food and wine one. Asti is famous for its Spumante and Barbara but also for its historic and artistic beauties. You canโ€™t miss a visit to the historic center with its squares and palaces! After the visit, you can move to San Martino Alfieri and if you want, have a wine tasting to Marchesi Alfieri Castle. You will surely be fascinated by the beauty of the decorations and the garden! At the end of your exploration, we suggest to move to Damiano dโ€™Asti, a little city where you can have a very pleasant walk through the historical center.

      Overnight in Neive

  • Day 4 Day 4: Village Of Canelli & Alba Capital Of The Langhe - Neive
    • 12:00 am - 11:59 pm

      Day 4: Village Of Canelli & Alba Capital Of The Langhe - Neive

      This morning we suggest to visit the city of Alba and the village of Canelli. Alba is considered the capital of the Langhe, it has big-city confidence and energy while retaining all the grace and warmth of a small rural town. Albaโ€™s considerable gastronomic reputation comes courtesy of its white truffles, dark chocolate and wine. It offers a countless range of attractions: ancient palaces, religious places and its famous towers. You can also visit the small village of Canelli it has a long story that finds its origins in Roman time. The village is divided into two parts: below the village, recently enlarged towards Belbo, and above the Villanuova which, perched on the hill and dominated by the castle. Numerous are Baroque churches built between the 17th and 18th centuries, you cannot visit them!

      Overnight in Neive

  • Day 5 Day 5: Guarene - Bra - Cherasco - Dogliani - Villages Of Langhe
    • 12:00 am - 11:59 pm

      Day 5: Guarene - Bra - Cherasco - Dogliani - Villages Of Langhe

      This morning move to Dogliani. We suggest to visit the Guarene, Bra and Cherasco. The Langhe is a land known for food and

      wine tradition, but also for nature and art, like the medieval villages, which in the Langhe take on a very special charm. Guarena stands up on a hill and has an historic city center rich in art and architecture. Strolling through its winding streets is a unique experience: dominated by the Castle, they boast splendid monuments such as the Re Rebaudengo Palace, home of the Museum of Contemporary Art of the Sandretto Re Rebaudengo Foundation. Continue to Bra. It is one of the most important centers in Piedmont in terms of food and wine culture, it is also known as "The City of Cheese" and holds truly wonderful testimonies of the Piedmontese Baroque. At the end of your day, visit Cherasco. It has a checkerboard pattern, typical of Roman cities. The stone streets cross at right angles, drawing space for medieval buildings. Here do not miss the Museum at Palazzo Salmatoris which cyclically hosts important exhibitions. In the past, works by Picasso, De Chirico and Ligabue have been exhibited here..

      Overnight in Dogliani

  • Day 6 Day 6: Barolo - Castles Of Barolo - Grinzane Cavour - Magnificent Villages Of La Morra
    • 12:00 am - 11:59 pm

      Day 6: Barolo - Castles Of Barolo - Grinzane Cavour - Magnificent Villages Of La Morra

      After the breakfast take the time to explore the very heart of Barolo with the Castles of Barolo and Grinzane Cavour and the magnificent villages of La Morra, Vergne, Monforte. If you love castle, you cannot miss a visit to Barolo one: Castello Falletti is a unique place and you just have to climb to the top to enjoy the view of the rolling hills of the Langhe. Continue to Grinzane Cavour, a little village whose name pays homage to the Risorgimento statesman, Camillo Benso Conte di Cavour, who was mayor of Grinzane for seventeen years, from 1832 to 1849. You cannot complete an exploration of the Barolo area without a visit to the magnificent villages of La Morra, Vergne and Monforte. These are all small villages famous for the Barolo wine production, so stop in a local winery and taste it!

      Overnight in Dogliani

  • Day 7 Day 7: Discover The First Capital Of Italy - Turin
    • 12:00 am - 11:59 pm

      Day 7: Discover The First Capital Of Italy - Turin

      After delicious breakfast at the hotel we rmove to Turin.. We suggest to visit and discover the first capital of Italy. Turin is an elegant city with a rich history, including being home to Italyโ€™s car industry, its first cinema and the birthplace of the Slow Food movement. Starting from Piazza Vittorio Veneto, you will walk through its most famous sights, such as Palazzo Madama, the official residence of the queens of the Savoy family, and Palazzo Reale, the home of the kings of Sardinia and the first king of Italy. Other major landmarks include the Duomo displaying Jesusโ€™ Shroud and the massive Mole Antonelliana that houses a fantastic cinema museum. Elegant arcades lined with fine cafes and antique shops will then lead to the Quadrilatero neighborhood featuring the remains of the ancient Roman settlement. Turin is a city of chocolatiers with a long tradition of chocolate-making.

      Overnight in Turin

  • Day 8 Day 8: Departure Day Malpensa Or Turin Airport
    • 12:00 am - 11:59 pm

      Day 8: Departure Day Malpensa Or Turin Airport

      After breakfast at the hotel, Transfer to Malpensa or Turin airport and departure.

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Experience Style

Experience Style

Mixed

There will be challenging activities such as hiking, biking, canyoning and trekking, but youโ€™re also going to have other means of transportation and relaxed moments to just chill.

Accomodation level

Accomodation level

Medium

This accommodation includes essential services like a hot shower, electricity, and a nice and comfy bed.

Experience Type

Experience Type

Personal

Youโ€™ll be just with your guide or pilot. Examples of these activities are paragliding, sky diving, personal mountain climbing, etc.

Physical Rating

Physical Rating

Basic

Almost everyone is fit for these activities. Every hike or physical exercise last less than 30 minutes, such as paragliding and horseback riding. Please ask about specific conditions.

Age range

Age range

Min: 21 / Max: 80

Age range allowed for this experience.

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