5 days tour

Piedmont Food & Wine Tour

This is the ideal tour for discovering the South of Piedmont and Torino, its capital city. A private local guide will show you the way and take you to some of the most charming and fascinating destinations in the region. Discover the prestigious wines of the UNESCO regions of Piedmont, experience the exciting adventure of a truffle hunt, and tour the cafès and chocolate shop of the city of Torino

From €1650/person

Priced are based on room double occupancy. The starting price indicated may vary if travelling during high season. Each tour is thought for a minimum of two people. If you are travelling alone, contact us to receive a customized proposal!

  1. Health insurance
  2. Charming accommodation and breakfast
  3. Private guide during the tours
  4. Licensed tour guides, wine experts, and an experienced truffle hunter
  5. Selection of local restaurants
  6. Private guided Torino walking tour and chocolate tasting
  7. Two premium winery tours and tastings in the Langhe region
  8. Private truffle hunt with dog near Alba
  9. Private guided visit at the castle of Grinzane Cavour
  10. Photographs taken during the tour

A moderate level of fitness is desirable, but most of the tours we create can be adjusted to our clients’ preferences and necessities. The walking tours in Torino usually lasts 3 hours (with many stops along the way), but they can be shortened to your preference. The truffle hunt can take place into the woods but also on more leveled ground and the lenght of the experience can too be adjusted. The tour at the castle of Grinzane Cavour involves staircases. Please let us know if you have special requirements.

Transportation is not included, but can be provided upon request. We offer airports and train stations pick up/drop offs. During the tour we can provide private air conditioned cars or minvans. Alternatively we will provide you with a rental car for the entire extent of the tour

We offer a curated  list of selected Hotels, Boutique Hotels, Farmhouses, Villas and B&Bs. We trust you will find these accommodations to be just what you are looking for, but if you don’t feel comfortable with the suggested level of accommodation, please let us know and we will adjust it to your preference.

Meals (lunch and dinner) will not be included unless specifically requested. Restaurants will offer menu à la carte and various dietary options. Please let us know if you have special requirements

  • Can I customize the dates of the tour?

Yes, we will provide you with a customized tour proposal if you wish to make changes regarding tour dates, hotel and experiences

  • Are the tour private?

Yes, our tours are designed for private groups

  • Is there a minimum of participants per group?

The tour proposals are designed for a minimum of two people. But each itinerary can be adjusted and customized for solo travellers or larger groups

  • Can I personalize the itinerary?

Yes, the itinerary can be personalized upon request

  • Can I extend my stay in Piedmont?

Yes, we can provide you with an extended tour proposal if you wish to stay longer in Piedmont

  • Can I fit this tour into a larger itinerary?

Of course, we can provide you with a larger itinerary that also includes other destinations

Piedmontours includes the following

Services

Health insurance, the best hotels, licensed tour guides, wine experts, experienced truffle hunter, selection of local restaurants

Accommodation

Enjoy four nights in a relaxing 4 star hotel, with breakfast included

Wine tastings

Visit two Langhe wineries and taste some of the best Piedmont wines

Truffle hunt

Take part to a private truffle hunt with dog in the countryside surrounding the city of Alba

Piedmont enoteca

Enjoy a guided visit to the castle that hosts the regional wine shop of Piedmont

Torino city tour

Explore the historic city centre of Torino and taste its unique chocolates, vermouths and coffee

Photographs

Take home with you fabulous pictures that will help you treasure this amazing journey

Not included in the tour

Private transportation and transfers are not included, but can be provided upon request. Lunches and dinners are not included, unless specifically requested.

Piedmont Food & Wine: Tour description

Day 1 – Welcome in the Langhe wine region!

Check-in at your hotel, get comfortable and meet with your local private guide. You will have time to review the itinerary and collect some useful travel material for the days to follow. According to your preferences and time of arrival, you can take a tour of the area before dinner.

Day 2 – Visit at the Grinzane Cavour castle & Wine Tasting in the Barolo region

Your day starts with a tour of the Langhe Barolo wine area, famous for producing some of the finest wines in Italy. Visit the historic Grinzane Cavour castle, a UNESCO World Heritage site, and also the regional wine shop of the Piedmont region. A private guide will take you on a tour of the castle, and tell you all about the history of the region. You will have the chance to see the castle’s museum and the wine shop, which houses an impressive collection of local wines.

After your visit enjoy the stunning view from the park of the castle, and then travel to your lunch destination. Taste some exquisit local delicacy, and a glass of wine, all with an incredible view over the Langhe rolling hills.

In the afternoon, explore more of the Langhe wine region and visit a selected local winery. Enjoy a fabulous and relaxing wine tasting experience. You will learn about the history and techniques of winemaking in the region. Your host will introduce you to the various grape varieties and explain how the terroir affects the taste and quality of the wine. This is a perfect chance to sample some of the best wines in the world and discover new favourites!

Day 3 – Truffle hunting experience near Alba & Barolo wine tasting

The Langhe region is famous all around the world for its truffles, and you will have the chance to go on a morning truffle hunting experience with a local truffle hunter and his trusty dog. Explore the vineyards and the hazelnut woods around Alba, and learn about the different types of truffles and how to identify them. Your guide will explain you how to look for truffles, how to preserve them, how to communicate with the dog and how dogs are trained.

After this fun Piedmont adventure, reach your lunch destination, sit back and relax. You will be able to sample the delicious local cuisine. From traditional pasta dishes to locally sourced meats, and you will soon discover why Piedmont is considered a foodie’s paradise.

After lunch, enjoy a guided visit at a renowned local winery in the Langhe region. The Langhe wine region is well known for its red wines like Barolo, Barbaresco, Dolcetto, Nebbiolo and Barbera.  Take part to a rewarding wine tasting session, choose among the finest red wines of Piedmont, sample some of the lesser known too, and sip some of the white wines of the area as well.

Day 4 – Walking tour of Torino & Chocolate, Coffee, and Vermouth Tasting

It is time to travel to the city of Torino. Torino has been Italy’s first capital city and it is known for its rich cultural heritage and delicious food and drinks. Meet with your guide, and get ready for another magnificent day. Take a relaxing walking tour of the historic city centre of Torino, explore the main streets and piazzas. Your guide will show you the marvellous city architecture and famous landmarks.

Enjoy a light lunch in one of the city squares, but leave some space for the sweet local delicacies Torino is famous for. You will have the chance to taste some of the city’s amazing chocolate, gelato and coffee. Vermouth is one of the signature drinks of Torino, famous for its high quality and distinctive flavors. Sure you don’t want to miss it!

Day 5 – Arrivederci!

Enjoy some free time until check-out!

Charlotte is amazing! So thoughtful and had every detail of our trip covered! I/we highly recommend her and her services! We traveled with a 9 year old too and Carlotta had every detail down for her as well! From private tours arranged in Venice, to truffle hunting and accommodations to accommodate us all with our own space! And she arranged a juice tasting for our daughter while we enjoyed the wines at the same time! Wonderful job Carlotta! We’ll be back soon!
Gretchen Strong-Betten
Grazie to Carlotta! We had an amazing mother-daughter trip to Italy in October. Our five-day tour included visits to wineries in the Barolo region, an authentic truffle hunt, a local cuisine cooking class, a cheese village visit, a day in Turin, and more! From our first inquiry and throughout the planning process, Carlotta was very helpful. On our tour, she was professional, knowledgeable, and personable. We enjoyed her company and conversation, and we have many fond memories. We highly recommend Carlotta and Piedmont Tours!
Janet Herrmann
We had not been to Turin or Piedmont before and decided we needed some local advice / help to configure and plan our trip. I was lucky enough to find Carlotta via a web search. Not only does she have great local knowledge and a very professional approach. She was genuinely concerned to ensure we created the best possible trip for ourselves. It was very easy to communicate with her and she provided very helpful coordination and information to allow us to secure wonderful accommodation, transfers, bike hire, activities and restaurants. I don't hesitate to recommend her and her company as a tour consultant / holiday provider - you'll only benefit from working with her! Richard Knight
Rich Knight
Had a wonderful experience with Piedmont Tours!! We can’t thank Carlotta enough, our Italian adventure was perfect for the 2-3 days we enjoyed in the area. The Torino City walking tour was so much fun, she is the best and so so nice. We visited many beautiful parts of Torino like Piazza San Carlo, waterfront walk along the Po River in Parco del Valentino, and many others across the city. Carlotta had many great food and drink recommendations along way such as the Pastarell cafe (go for the pastries!) and Da Zero Pizza and no matter where we were Carlotta always had great suggestions for espresso and gelato. We enjoyed walks down no-automobile friendly streets like Giuseppe-Garibaldi street and also stopped for a good glass of wine in the nice garden square of Giardino Bottero. The next day Carlotta set us up with a very nice lunch at La Salinera in Grinzane Cavour in Langhe wine region. La Salinera had excellent courses and wine pairings from the surrounding region, great meal. After lunch we visited Mustela winery (The Moscato and Barbresco were our favorites, so good!). Very beautiful property with great wines. We can’t thank Piedmont Tours and Carlotta enough and absolutely recommend them to any and all exploring the northwest region of Italy/Torino/Langhe!
Taylor Law
Carlotta Prandi of Piedmont Tours is a real gem! She made our trip to Northern Italy truly epic. She was amazingly easy to work with, listened to our wants and needs, and promptly made the best arrangements. As she is fully bilingual, we hired her as our guide. Carlotta accompanied us to our various destinations, making everything much more fun. I cannot recommend her highly enough.
Theresa Downs
Carlotta is a very caring person who will make sure you enjoy your trip, no matter what you want to get out of it. We did and saw things that we never would have seen on our own. She bridges the gap between you and the Italian culture you are discovering!
Walpole Valley Farms
Carlotta is an amazing guide for Torino and all of Piedmont! We enjoyed a walking tour through Torino and a Wine Tasting trip through Piedmont! We HIGHLY recommend Piedmont Tours!!!!!
Kathleen Haley
Simplesmente perfeita. Simply the best.
Maria Teresa
My time in Piemonte was amazing thanks to Carlotta and her expertise. Carlotta’s knowledge and ease, attention to detail, relationships with artisans, and organisational skills were unrivalled. My tour was exceptionally tailored. I was able to participate in experiences that would not have been possible if attempting to organise independently or choosing a tour through a large-scale operator. Carlotta is a local and the real deal; I look forward to booking further tours in the future!
Alana H