Trip Overview
Our Modern Adventure to Piedmont is rich in flavor, history and connection. We’ll experience it all—at historic vineyards and family-owned wineries, on truffle hunts and relaxing poolside at our luxurious boutique hotels. We’ll explore Piedmont's true flavors and its Slow Food culture. By the end, you’ll never see Italy the same way again.
This trip overview is designed to answer questions regarding our Modern Adventure experience. Keep this document handy and refer to it whenever you need information regarding our trip.
Day-by-Day Itinerary
DAY 1: TURIN
First day! Meet in Turin, Italy at 9am on Saturday, September 10, 2022 at Turin Palace Hotel
Market & food tour led by local expert
Welcome dinner at Il Consorzio
Lodging: Turin Palace Hotel
DAY 2: TURIN > BAROLO > MONFORTE
Breakfast
Agricola Brandini winery visit & tasting
Lunch in La Morra
Transfer & free time in Barolo
Dinner on own in Monforte
Lodging: Villa Beccaris
DAY 3: MONFORTE & AROUND
Breakfast
Short drive to Bra
Meet local butcher, visit Bra Farmers' Market
Hands-on lunch prepared by Kelly Mariani
University of Pollenzo visit and tastings in university's Wine Bank
Dinner at l’Osteria dell’Arco
Lodging: Villa Beccaris
DAY 4: MONFORTE & AROUND
Breakfast
Guided truffle hunt
Truffle-focused lunch in family home
Winery visit
Enjoy dinner as a group for our final night in Monforte
Lodging: Villa Beccaris
DAY 5: MONFORTE > ALBA
Breakfast
Hazelnut farm visit
Giovanni Rosso winery tour & tasting
Hands-on lunch with Kelly Mariani
Tasting & tour of Villa Sparina's historic wine cellars, before a light dinner
Lodging: Villa Sparina
DAY 6: ALBA & AROUND
Breakfast & morning on own
La Raia winery tour & tasting
Lunch at Locanda
Mixology & cocktails at Villa Sparina
Farewell dinner
Lodging: Villa Sparina
DAY 7: DEPARTURES
Breakfast
Complimentary transfer to Torino International Airport (TRN). If you wish to join this transfer, your flight from TRN should depart at 2pm or later
Our Accommodations
Turin Palace Hotel
Via Sacchi, 8, 10128, Turin
Tel. +39 011 082 5321
turinpalacehotel.com
info@turinpalacehotel.com
Wide windows and spacious rooms make it easy to enjoy Turin from afar. Light-filled rooms and all the modern comforts make it the perfect base to explore the city.
Villa Beccaris
Via Bava Beccaris, 1, 12065 Monforte d'Alba
Tel. +39 0173 78158
villabeccaris.com
villa@villabeccaris.it
An 18th-century gem tucked away in Barolo wine country, Villa Beccaris is an oasis of calm and beauty with frescoed ceilings and stately antique furniture adorning the bedrooms. The pool and private garden overlook the picturesque village of Monforte. It's perfection.
Villa Sparina
Frazione Monterotondo, 56 - 15066 Gavi
Tel. +39 0143 633 857
villasparinaresort.it
info@villasparina.it
Our villa retreat in Gavi is the perfect nature-meets-luxury experience set near lush woods in a beautifully restored 18th-century farmhouse manor with all the modern comforts. It's also a working vineyard, with historic cellars you can visit in between visits to the spa or simply wandering the expansive grounds.
Inclusions & Exclusions
INCLUSIONS
On a Modern Adventure, we’ve worked out all the details for you. Included in your experience are luxury boutique accommodations, delicious local food and drink, private transport between destinations, expert local guides, and much more. Here’s what’s included:
6 nights at four- and five-star boutique accommodations
Private transportation—just for us—for all day trips and excursions
Private tours with local guides and cultural experts
Exclusive VIP access and tastings
Immersive guided activities, adventures and daily expeditions
Daily breakfasts, as well as most lunches and dinners
Local beverages at every included meal
Departure transfers to TRN airport
EXCLUSIONS
International roundtrip airfare to and from Italy
Travel insurance (see Get Ready)
Transportation to the trip’s starting point
Hotel incidentals including room service, laundry service and hotel bar tabs
Meals & activities not noted in the itinerary
Gratuity for Modern Adventure trip leader