The 8 best experiences to have in Cuneo

Horseback riding among the Langhe vineyards is ideal for those who love hilly views and vineyards. The trip is scheduled to start from San Marzano Oliveto. The excursion crosses the hills of Monferrato and proceeds mostly on dirt trails, beautiful to ride on horseback.

The stable is close (less than an hour's drive) to Asti, Alessandria and is just over an hour from Cuneo and Turin.

Group horseback riding is ideal for friends or even families with children; in fact, from age 8 and up, you can ride the pony. The age of the child should be communicated by phone to the guide once the confirmation of the reservation request has been received.

Walk with aperitif:
From San Marzano Oliveto, in the province of Asti, you will stroll through scenic vineyards and breathtaking landscapes, surrounded by the majestic backdrop of the Alps. There will be a chance to visit an agritourism in the area, where an aperitif will be served with two glasses of wine per person and mixed platters of cured meats and cold cuts.

Recommended attire for horseback riding tours includes closed shoes and long pants.

The horseback ride is suitable for beginners and first-time riders, professional equestrian guides will accompany you on this wonderful adventure.

The ride lasts about 2 hours and ends with the return to the riding stables.

The quad bike excursion in the Monferrato hills departing from Conzano will allow you to experience an adventure driving a quad bike in an area considered a UNESCO World Heritage Site. You will be able to choose between two tours:

Quad Tour

The excursion is suitable for everyone and lasts about 2 hours and 30 minutes. Together with an experienced guide, you will drive along a mostly unpaved route through vineyards and forests from which you can admire the area's evocative landscapes. On the way back you will pause at scenic spots to take some nice photo shoots while sitting on the Big Benches (giant benches that characterize these hills).

Quad bike tour and winery visit

Driving a quad bike you will be accompanied to discover the hills of Monferrato, driving along the dirt roads that pass through the vineyards and reveal the most striking landscapes. Along the way you will see where the typical products of Monferrato's wine and farming culture come from, as well as reach the most representative historical and artistic sites, including medieval castles, ancient quarries, country churches and open-air museums.
Halfway through the excursion there will be a stop at an authentic winery where you will be able to exclusively visit an Infernot, a cellar carved by hand into the cantonment stone, considered a Unesco World Heritage Site (You can add on the spot a tasting of typical products accompanied by the winery's wines).

You will have the opportunity to take a walk with alpacas every weekend either in the morning or in the afternoon.

You will begin with an initial briefing, during which you will be explained all about the way of the alpacas and get to know your fellow adventurers better.

Then you will do the actual walk, lasting about 1 hour, during which you will rope the alpacas in the woods adjacent to the farm.

At the end of the walk you will have the opportunity to visit the farm with black Piedmontese pigs in the wild.

If selected, you can end the experience with a rich picnic of cold cuts, omelet, homemade bread, butter and anchovies, and wine.

The winery tour with tasting in the Monferrato hills will allow you to discover the typical products of the Piedmont hills in Montemagno.

The activity begins with a walk through the farm's vineyards followed by a guided tour of the winery where the wine production process will be explained to you. At the end you will be able to choose between 2 tastings.

Classic tour

Includes the tasting of 5 locally produced wines accompanied by a typical charcuterie and cheese board.

Ruchè Tasting

This activity includes a tasting that will allow you to discover a particular type of wine, Ruchè. You will be served a course of 5 wines with the addition of Ruchè grappa, all accompanied by local cured meats and cheeses.

In case of bad weather and inability to do the vineyard walk, you will be given a bottle of wine for every 2 people regardless of the selected tasting.

Wine tasting with a guided tour of the winery and vineyard in Alba is a unique opportunity to immerse yourself in the hills of Piedmont and discover the Langhe region.

The experience begins with a walk through the vineyard from where you will admire the view of the Barolo and Barbaresco hills. Then you will continue into the winery and be shown all the rooms that characterize the wine production process.

At the end of the visit, you will be treated to a tasting of 5 wines including:

• 2 glasses of white wine of your choice
• 1 glass of Rosè di Nebbiolo
• 2 glasses of red wine of your choice

The wines will be accompanied by a board of typical products.

To participate in the tasting you must be over 18 years of age. Minors will not be allowed to taste.

The quad bike excursion and wine tasting in the Langhe from Alba is a delightful and fascinating experience that combines the quad bike ride with a fantastic wine tasting.

This quad bike excursion in the Langhe can be developed in two fantastic ways:

A vineyard aperitour and wine tasting.
During this half-day tour you will have the opportunity to ride an ATV as a couple, with friends or with your family on scenic routes in the heart of the Langhe and Barolo hills.

The route includes a stop among the vineyards, during which you will enjoy an aperitif with traditional Piedmont flavors.

On the way back, a delicious tasting of Arneis, Orange Wine, Dolcetto, Barbera, Nebbiolo and Barolo will await you, directly from a producer, certified, of 100% organic wines.

Langhe tour and wine tasting
During the quad bike excursion in the Langhe you will discover the breathtaking landscapes of the Unesco World Heritage territories while driving your quad bike. You will have the opportunity to admire up close vineyards, hazelnut groves and the special features of this area.

Upon returning from the quad bike experience, you will be treated to a tasting of 6 100% organic wines at a certified winery within walking distance of Grinzane Cavour Castle.

A maximum of two participants, one driver and one passenger, can ride on each quad bike.

Wine tasting with a guided tour of the winery and vineyard in Alba is a unique opportunity to immerse yourself in the hills of Piedmont and discover the Langhe region.

The experience begins with a walk through the vineyard from where you will admire the view of the Barolo and Barbaresco hills. Then you will continue into the winery and be shown all the rooms that characterize the wine production process.

At the end of the visit, you will be treated to a tasting of 5 wines including:

• 2 glasses of white wine of your choice
• 1 glass of Rosè di Nebbiolo
• 2 glasses of red wine of your choice

The wines will be accompanied by a board of typical products.

To participate in the tasting you must be over 18 years of age. Minors will not be allowed to taste.

The quad bike excursion and wine tasting in the Langhe from Alba is a delightful and fascinating experience that combines the quad bike ride with a fantastic wine tasting.

This quad bike excursion in the Langhe can be developed in two fantastic ways:

A vineyard aperitour and wine tasting.
During this half-day tour you will have the opportunity to ride an ATV as a couple, with friends or with your family on scenic routes in the heart of the Langhe and Barolo hills.

The route includes a stop among the vineyards, during which you will enjoy an aperitif with traditional Piedmont flavors.

On the way back, a delicious tasting of Arneis, Orange Wine, Dolcetto, Barbera, Nebbiolo and Barolo will await you, directly from a producer, certified, of 100% organic wines.

Langhe tour and wine tasting
During the quad bike excursion in the Langhe you will discover the breathtaking landscapes of the Unesco World Heritage territories while driving your quad bike. You will have the opportunity to admire up close vineyards, hazelnut groves and the special features of this area.

Upon returning from the quad bike experience, you will be treated to a tasting of 6 100% organic wines at a certified winery within walking distance of Grinzane Cavour Castle.

A maximum of two participants, one driver and one passenger, can ride on each quad bike.

A winery tour with tasting of Barolo in the Langhe in Castiglione Falletto is a unique opportunity to immerse yourself in the hills of Piedmont.

The experience begins with a guided tour of the property. You will begin with a walk through the surrounding vineyards and fields. You will be on top of the hill famous for the Bussia and Pugnane Cru. Afterwards you will be escorted to the winery. At the end of the tour you will have a choice of activities.

Aperitif (white wine or Barolo)

At the end of the guided tour, you will have an aperitif on the viewing tower. You will have a choice between a glass of white wine or one of Barolo. The glass will be accompanied by appetizers.

Lunch or Dinner

In addition to the aperitif in the turret, on the weekend, you can have lunch or dinner on site. You will be offered a typical 6-course Piedmontese menu:

• 3 typical appetizers
• First course (ravioli del plin or risotto)
• Second
• Dessert

The courses will be paired with wines from the cellar.

Overnight stay

You will be met by the host who will give you directions to your overnight stay and accompany you to your double bedroom. You will be able to decide whether to take the tour with tasting at 12 noon or 7 p.m. and depending on the time you will have lunch or dinner consisting of:

• Trio of appetizers
• First
• Cheese board with jams
• Dessert
• Accompaniment of local wine

You will also have access to the wellness area with solarium, sauna, Turkish bath and the outdoor hot tub over the entire surrounding Langhe landscape. Breakfast is also included in the overnight stay.

The winery tour and wine tasting inside Verduno Castle includes three different tastings with varying durations depending on the type chosen. They are open to everyone over the age of 18.

Tasting 1: Nebbiolo
This tasting of local wines includes, in addition to a visit to the historic winery, a set of wines made exclusively from Nebbiolo grapes. This itinerary is designed for anyone who wants to learn more about the different expressions of this wine.

Tasting 2: Tasting Menu.
This itinerary opens with a visit to the historic cellars, followed by a rich tasting menu consisting of five courses. A tasting of four wines from the Castle's cellars will be offered as a pairing. This service is available only for lunch on weekends. The cost of lunch for non-tasting adults is €55; lunch consisting of 2 appetizers, 1 first course, 1 second course and dessert. (A la carte menu recommended for children)

Tasting 3: The Wines of the Castle
Within this wine tasting, lasting about 1h30min, is a tasting of 4 local wines, including Barolo and Barbaresco.

Horseback riding in Mongrando in the Biellese region will allow you to immerse yourself in the nature of the Biellese greenhouse.

You must be at least 15 years old to participate, and after an initial time of knowledge and assessment of skills in the field, you will go out to explore the surrounding area of the Elvo Valley.

Walks of 1 hour or 2 hours are available, preceded by a short lesson to learn. The route will be agreed from time to time according to the participants' needs, age and expertise.

During the hike you will be surrounded by greenery and will be accompanied by a certified guide who will take you on a discovery of picturesque landscapes through forests and meadows.

For the horseback riding excursion you will be provided with all the equipment you need to ride a horse, including a helmet. Recommended clothing includes closed shoes and long pants.

During this horseback ride you will be accompanied by a guide through the picturesque setting of the Baraggia Biellese.

With a scheduled departure from Cascina San Grato, the route includes an easy and scenic hike through the Baraggia valley on the backs of trained and quiet horses, suitable even for those who have never ridden a horse before. Throughout the walk, you will be accompanied by an experienced guide who will convey his passion for nature.

The route has variations depending on the duration you choose (1 hour, 1 1/2 hours, 2 hours).

Clothing sportswear (long pants and closed shoes) is recommended.

Prices do not include daily insurance costing € 3.00 per person to be paid on site.

Nature walk with views of Lake Maggiore, departing from Taino. The walks last 1 hour and are also suitable for those who have never ridden a horse before. In some cases the rider may be accompanied on foot by a guide.

After a brief introductory lesson on how to guide your horse, you will set out inside the Bruschera Oasis, a nature reserve that stretches entirely along the lake.

The route is through meadows and woods in the hills, with views of the Rock of Angera. The walk is entirely on trails, with the exception of 100 meters of paved road.

The minimum age to participate is 14 years old. For underage passengers, the presence of an adult is required.

A maximum of 2 people can participate.

The Ronchi Varesini wines wine tasting and vineyard tour in Albizzate is a wonderful experience.

The tour will begin with a tour of the vineyards and description of pruning techniques, grape varieties and their cultivation, and harvesting and winemaking; an explanation of the Ronchi Varesini PGI and history of Varese wine is included, possibly with a Power Point lecture projection on the topic.

This will then be followed by the sensory experience with guided tasting. During the tasting you will taste two wines and they will be accompanied by breadsticks and taralli.

Depending on weather conditions, the tasting will be in the tasting room or on the terrace or vineyard.

Quad bike excursion to Sesto Calende on Lake Maggiore, great for fun with friends.

Scenic hike (3 hours):

• 20% dirt/wooded trail.
• Mid-hike there will be a stop with aperitif on Lake Maggiore.
• Departure morning 9:30 a.m. or 4 p.m. afternoon

If you want, lunch or dinner can be arranged at Antica Trattoria San Giacomo, but you have to pay locally, a facility close to the starting point and with an agreement (in Vergiate, VA)
1) appetizer with fried dumpling and cold cuts, 1 bis of first course, water, sweet wine and coffee : 25€/person

In both cases you will be provided with helmet, mud suit and gloves. Gasoline and third-party liability are also included in the price.

It is necessary to have a B license to drive the quad bike, for the passsenger there are no special requirements.

Recommended clothing is sportswear with closed boots.

The weight limit of each quad bike is about 160 kg. Beyond this weight it will be necessary to book 2 individual quads.

You will begin the experience by preparing the horses together with the guides, taking a few minutes to become familiar with your riding companion.

Once ready you will set off on your walk accompanied by a walking guide for each rider, to ensure maximum safety and enjoyment of the excursion.

The guide will help you learn the basics of horse handling as you travel the mule tracks and trails of the hill, which wind through small vineyards and dense forests inhabited by jays, buzzards, badgers, squirrels and deer.

With any luck you may encounter some of these animals!

The donkey walk lasts about 2 hours and takes place in the woods and vineyards of St. Michael's Hill.

You will prepare the donkeys together with the guides and thus have a chance to start getting familiar with them before the experience begins.

The guide will choose the most suitable donkey for you from Osvaldo, Domenico, Mina, Solima, Strega and little Cocco.

One of the donkeys will carry the stick with the snack baskets. Once ready you will leave for the walk accompanied by the guide who will explain how best to communicate with the donkeys.

You will walk along the mule tracks and paths of the hill, which wind through small vineyards and dense forests inhabited by jays, buzzards, badgers, squirrels and deer. With a little luck you may encounter some of these animals !

Once you reach the top of the hill you will stop to enjoy a snack while the donkeys enjoy a break in the fresh grass.

With the Lake Maggiore dinghy tour departing from Lisanza you will visit the scenic, artistic and architectural beauty of the Lake. The main destinations of the excursion are Lisanza, the islets of the Lake, the quaint town of Ranco, Arona, Rocca di Angera and the Borromean Islands.

The duration of the tour can vary according to one's needs. You can choose:

• Half Day in the morning (9:30 am-1:30 pm)
• Half Day in the afternoon (2:30-6:30 pm)
• Full Day (10:30am-5:30pm)

In the "Full Day" package, lunch is not included, but you can have lunch at Fishermen's Island at an affiliated restaurant, or bring a packed lunch.

The dinghy you will have at your disposal is motorized Yamaha 150hp, is equipped with showers and can accommodate a maximum of 12 people.

It is recommended that you bring a bathing suit, towel, sunglasses, a hat and sunscreen.

The boat is delivered with a full tank, but fuel is excluded from the rental fee, which must be paid for when the boat is delivered.