ESSENCE OF PIEDMONT

Explore Italy beyond tourist trails and find your little corner of paradise in charming Piedmont

ESSENCE OF PIEDMONT
Code: SI-3000

Nestled in the Alps, Piedmont is a land of natural beauty, hillside charm, art, architecture, history, and gastronomic excellence. It offers countless opportunities for a truly authentic and unforgettable travel experience. Join this 5 days' tour to discover the best Piedmont has to offer. Enjoy a walking tour in the elegant city of Turin, Italy's first capital, discover the magnificent castle of Grinzane Cavour, and the ancient Lucedio Abbey. Explore the renowned wine areas of Le Langhe and Monferrato to taste superb wines in exclusive wine cellars and the Vercelli area to taste the best Italian risotto.

An exclusive break among the treasures and flavors of Piedmont

HIGHLIGHTS

  • Turin, Italy’s first capital
  • Langhe: La Morra , Barolo winery tour and the Castle of Grinzane Cavour 
  •  Vercelli and the Abbey of Lucedio

DAY 1 - PICK-UP AT TURIN AIRPORT AND DROP OFF IN TURIN

BENVENUTO, WELCOME TO ITALY’s FIRST CAPITAL! After your arrival at Turin Airport, you will be transferred to your preferred hotel in Turin (transfer time: approx: 40 min.). Time for check-in and relax. Afternoon at leisure. Take a breath and enjoy your first day in Italy—you deserve a break before the busy week ahead! Lunch and dinner will be on your own. OVERNIGHT STAY IN TURIN AT 4-STAR HOTEL ACCOMMODATION, DOUBLE ROOM (DOUBLE OCCUPANCY) WITH BED AND BREAKFAST SERVICE.

DAY 2 - TURIN 3-HOUR WALKING TOUR WITH PRIVATE GUIDE

ENJOY BREAKFAST AT THE HOTEL. After breakfast, you will be met by our expert guide who will take you to discover the beauties of Turin. Turin was Italy’s first capital after the unification and one of the most influential cities during the Risorgimento period. It is also the place where FIAT (today FCA) started its business and where several gastronomic events are held each year. Turin is a fantastic mix of art, culture, industry, and gastronomy. In fact, UNESCO declared part of the historical city center a World Heritage Site in 1997. During the leisurely 3-HOUR WALKING TOUR, you will discover part of this heritage: the majestic castle Piazza Castello, the Royale Palace (external visit), Piazza San Carlo and the ancient cafeterias. Lunch will be on your own. Leisure time in the afternoon. Dinner will be on your own. OVERNIGHT STAY IN TURIN AT 4-STAR HOTEL ACCOMMODATION, DOUBLE ROOM (DOUBLE OCCUPANCY) WITH BED AND BREAKFAST SERVICE.

DAY 3 - BAROLO LANDS FULL-DAY TOUR: LA MORRA, BAROLO WINERY TOUR AND TASTING, THE CASTLE OF GRINZANE CAVOUR

ENJOY BREAKFAST AT THE HOTEL. After breakfast, you will be met by our expert guide and together with our driver you will be transfer to LANGHE, ITALY’S TOP WINE AREA! Your tour will start with a visit to LA MORRA, also known as the Balcony of Langhe. Here you will have the chance to take pictures from the most beautiful panoramic point of the area! Take your time to admire the surroundings and purchase souvenirs from the small shops in the village. After visiting this stunning locale, your guide will drive you to a TRADITIONAL WINERY nestled in heart of the BAROLO HILLS. A local winemaker will give you a private tour of the vineyards— then history, people, cellars, and of course iconic wine of the Estate. Lunch will be on your own, with our recommendations! Please note, if you visit Piedmont over the months of October and November we recommend to taste the white truffle, one of Italy’s most prestigious gastronomic product! After lunch, you visit the CASTLE OF GRINZANE CAVOUR (the visit will be on your own without any guide, entrance ticket and audioguides are included) - the home of the famous Count Camillo Benso of Cavour from 1832 to 1849. After the visit, you will be transferred back to your hotel. Dinner will be on your own. OVERNIGHT STAY IN TURIN AT 4-STAR HOTEL ACCOMMODATION, DOUBLE ROOM (DOUBLE OCCUPANCY) WITH BED AND BREAKFAST SERVICE.

DAY 4 - VERCELLI AND THE ABBEY OF LUCEDIO

After BREAKFAST you will be transferred to VERCELLI (transfer time: approx. 1h), the capital of the Vercellese Plain, the most important Italian place for rice production. Vercelli is a small city of art with an incredible ecclesiastic and cultural heritage: during the 2,5-HOUR WALKING TOUR you will visit the church of St. Andrew, the church of St. Eusebius, Piazza Cavour and the church of St. Cristopher. Lunch will be on your own at a local restaurant specialized in Risotto dishes! In the afternoon you will visit the ABBEY OF LUCEDIO. The Abbey of Lucedio was founded in 1123 by the Cistercian Monks that reclaimed the land starting here, first in Italy, rice growing at the beginning of the XV century. As time went by, thanks to its strategic geographic position along the Via Francigena, the Abbey became a prosperous centre of economic and political power: three were the Popes that visited Lucedio. Several noble Italian families fought for the possession of Lucedio which from the Gonzaga passed to the Savoy until it has been annexed to the properties of Napoleon at the beginning of the XIX century. Later on, the Abbey became property of the Marquis Giovanni Gozani di San Giorgio, the ancestor of the present owner, Countess Rosetta Clara Cavalli d’Olivola Salvadori di Wiesenhoff. After the visit, you will be transferred back to the hotel. Dinner will be on your own. OVERNIGHT STAY IN TURIN AT 4-STAR HOTEL ACCOMMODATION, DOUBLE ROOM (DOUBLE OCCUPANCY) WITH BED AND BREAKFAST SERVICE.

DAY 5 - TRANSFER TO TURIN AIRPORT (TRN)

BREAKFAST and CHECK OUT FROM THE HOTEL. In the morning, you will be transferred to Turin Airport by private transfer. Arrivederci and we hope to see you again!

PRICE:

  • on request.

 

SERVICES INCLUDED:

  • Pick-up at Turin Airport (TRN) and drop off to the hotel in Turin by private transfer (Day 1);
  • 4 nights in Turin at 4-star hotel accommodation, double room (double occupancy) with bed and breakfast service (Day 1-5);
  • Turin 3-hour walking tour with private guide (Day 2);
  • The Langhe tour: private transfer, visit of La Morra on your own, Barolo winery tour and tasting, visit of the Castel of Grinzane Cavour - the visit will be on your own without any guide, entrance ticket and audioguides are included (Day 3);
  • Vercelli & The Abbey of Lucedio Tour: private transfer, full-day English-speaking guide, Vercelli and the Abbey of Lucedio tour (Day 4);
  • Pick-up and drop off to Turin Airport by private transfer (Day 5).

 

SERVICES NOT INCLUDED:

  • Flight ticket;
  • Visa;
  • City tourist taxes: Turin (€ 3,80/pax/night). Payment in cash on site;
  • Lunch and dinners;
  • Trip insurance;
  • Tips and everything not mentioned in the section “SERVICES INCLUDED”.

 

IMPORTANT NOTES:

  • According to the current times, each passenger/client has to make sure if he/she has the authorization to travel to Italy. The travel agency is not responsible in case the local authorities will deny the travel authorization to passengers/ clients;
  • Period: from April to October. Other months on request;
  • Prices have been calculated with a minimum of 2-6 pax;
  • Prices have been calculate with an occupancy of two pax each room;
  • Private transfers during the trip: during the trip, the private transfers will be arranged by car/minivan. The car/minivan can contain max. 1x20/23kg luggage per person and 1x10kg hand luggage per person;
  • We create our quotes based on the best possible options for accommodations and experiences currently available, taking into account your budget and timeframe of travel. Italy is a popular destination for travelers and the availability may change while you are making your final decision. If any of the accommodations and services listed above are no longer available, we will do out best to place them with others of the same quality; however, the itinerary presented above includes the best options currently available. We recommend reviewing the program and returning your acceptance, changes, or rejection as soon as possible;
  • The order of the day trips could be changed according to the supplier’s availability;
  • If some suppliers/travel experiences are not available they will replaced by others
  • of the same quality;
  • The travel agency is not responsible for extra costs due to delays/strikes;
  • We regret to inform that this tour is not suitable for guests with wheelchairs or with impaired mobility and difficulties in walking;
  • We reserve the right to change an itinerary after departure due to local circumstances or events outside of our control;
  • Booking: advance booking is recommended;
  • Cancellation Policies: please see our Terms and Conditions.

 

PAYMENT:

  • 30% deposit at the time of booking (non-refundable).
  • Balance 30 days prior to the departure date;
  • In case of refund, the refund costs will be charged to the customer.

 

CONDITIONS & TERMS:

  • In case of cancellation after the booking, the organizer will keep the amount equal to 25% of the price referred to Article. 6, paid pursuant to art. 5 and can hold an additional sum equal to 5% of the price paid, as penalty for the reimbursement of the cost of individual practice management, cost of insurance coverage required at the time of conclusion of the contract or other services already given, except, in each case, the claim of the major damage pursuant to Art. 1382, paragraph 1, of Civil Code;
  • in case of withdrawal from 30 days to day of departure an amount equal to 100% of the price paid will be retained to the tourist.
  • It is, however, expressly excluded - pursuant to art. 32, paragraph 2, Code of tourism - the right of withdrawal of the customer as provided for in Art. 64 and ss. Legislative Decree no. 206/2005.

SERVICES NOT INCLUDED:

  • Flight ticket;
  • Visa;
  • City tourist taxes: Turin (€ 3,80/pax/night). Payment in cash on site;
  • Lunch and dinners;
  • Trip insurance;
  • Tips and everything not mentioned in the section “SERVICES INCLUDED”.