A Unique “Edible” Tour of Italy’s Beautiful Piemonte Region
September 22–29, 2012
Spend a week with the publishers of Edible Santa Barbara as you enjoy an in-depth and all-inclusive culinary tour of the stunning Piemonte (Piedmont) region of Italy. Piemonte is famous for truffles, wine and amazing food, and fall is the best time to experience it. We will visit wineries, craft breweries, artisan food makers and cheese producers. Our tour is geared for the food and wine lover who wants a unique experience in a small, friendly group of like-minded foodies.
Itinerary At A Glance
Day 1: Arrival in Torino
In a country famous for its food, Torino is known for its culinary excellence and as the center of the slow food movement. On our first day, after checking into our hotel in Torino, we will take a tour of the city, drink an aperitivo in one of Torino’s famous cafes, then enjoy a dinner of regional specialties.
Days 2 through 4: Monferrato, Asti and the Langhe region
We’ll head into the heart of the Piemonte region to our base in Monferrato. This magical area is characterized by stunning fall scenery and historic castles dotting the landscape. The beautiful castle estate we’ll be staying at is home to a winery producing its own Barbera d’Asti and Barbera del Monferrato. Over the next few days we’ll visit some wineries, a couple of craft breweries, a salumi maker, pasta maker, take a cooking class, go on a white truffle hunt and eat… a lot.
Days 5 and 6: Barolo
Next we’ll go right into one of the most famous wine regions of Italy. We’ll be staying at a charming hotel and restaurant, surrounded by vineyards with stunning views of the Barolo castle. During these next couple of days we will visit a gorgonzola producer, a goat cheese producer and, of course, some wineries. We will also visit the beautiful Lake Maggiore.
Day 7: Back to Torino
We will head back to Torino where we will visit Eataly, Italy’s mecca of artisanal foods. You’ll be on your own for lunch at one of Eataly’s enotecas or restaurants, then have the afternoon free for additional shopping, touring or resting, before our final meal together in Torino.
Tour Package Price:
$2,995 per person, based on double occupancy. Single supplement available.
What’s Included:
• Accommodations for 7 nights.
• All meals except lunch on the first and last day of the tour.
• Wine, beer and beverages that are part of the tastings and meals.
• All entry fees and tasting fees.
• All transportation from Torino to Monferrato and Barolo and back to Torino
What’s not included: Airfare, transfer to and from Torino at the beginning and end of the tour, wine and other beverages that are not host ordered, and travel insurance.
Unique Benefits:
You’ll get the full time services of a professional guide and local experts. GrapeHops Tours specializes in wine, craft beer and food adventures in Italy and Spain.
One week is the perfect length of time for the tour and allows you the option to travel independently before or after.
The tour is limited to only 12 people, so you will feel like you are traveling with friends, not a big tour group. We focus on visiting unique places, seeing behind the scenes and giving you opportunities that you would never get to experience on your own.
Your Hosts:
• Krista Harris and Steven Brown, publishers of Edible Santa Barbara
• Shannon Essa, GrapeHops Tours
• Paolo Ferrero, a local food expert, cookbook author and novelist
For more information
Tempted? Want to give it some thought? If you would like to know more details, just provide your email address and we will send you our email newsletter with more information about the tour and notifications of any pre-trip get togethers where you can meet your hosts and talk about the tour.
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