15 special experiences to have in and around Turin

The tasting and visit to the Infernot cellars in Monferrato takes place in Cella Monte, which has joined the Borghi più Belli d'Italia (Italy's Most Beautiful Villages) since 2018 and includes: a visit to the historic winery and infernot, followed by a tasting of four wines and accompanied by a small board of local products.

The infernot are underground caves dug by hand, which allowed the Monferrato territory to become a UNESCO World Heritage Site along with the Langhe and Roero territories in 2014.

The visit concludes with a tasting of four wines produced by the winery accompanied by a small cutting board of local products and breadsticks. A vegetarian version can be requested for the cutting board.

During the tasting you will taste:

• Mariulin (Piedmont DOC Chardonnay, Sparkling Brut Martinotti Method)
• Dedalo (Monferrato DOC Bianco from Arneis grapes)
• Solista (Grignolino del Monferrato Casalese DOC)
• Carisa (Piedmont DOC Barbera)

For visiting wineries in Monferrato, we recommend clothing appropriate for the low temperatures and high humidity present on the premises.

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.

Horseback riding in Monferrato outside Casale Monferrato will allow you to immerse yourself in nature and spend a relaxing day on horseback. The riding is English style and the saddles are of high quality to provide maximum comfort throughout the horseback ride.

Before starting with the excursion, there will be a 30-minute lesson to familiarize you with the horse.

The excursion will start from the stables will proceed to the picturesque hills of Piedmont where you can enjoy the breathtaking views that the entire Monferrato area has to offer.

The duration of the trail is about an hour in which you will be accompanied by an experienced guide who will help and guide you for the duration of the trail.

The walk is also suitable for beginners. You must be at least 2 people and you can participate up to 4 and you must be at least 18 years old. The maximum weight is 85kg.

Fitted long pants and closed shoes are required for the experience.

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.

Horseback riding in the Monferrato hills will take you to discover the typical fauna and flora of the Piedmont hills.

1-hour walk

The 1-hour walk is suitable for everyone, even those who are getting on a horse for the first time. The minimum age is 6 years old. Children ages 6 to 14 will be accompanied by a guide who will walk with them the whole way.

2-hour walk

The two-hour walk is only allowed for those over the age of 14, and a minimum of experience and familiarity is required to participate.

At the end of both walks you will have the opportunity to enjoy a typical local lunch (if selected), consisting of 3 appetizers, first course, second course and dessert. Extra courses and drinks are excluded.

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).

Enjoy a fantastic snowmobile ride in Prato Nevoso, reaching Chalet il Rosso amid snowy landscapes and breathtaking views. You have a choice of two different experiences.

Aperitif Tour

The tour takes about 1 hour. Departure is at 5 p.m. near the Rosso Panoramica chairlift on Corona Boreale Street, from where you will depart by snowmobile and reach Chalet il Rosso from where you can enjoy an evocative sunset with an aperitif. At the end of the aperitif, the guide will take you to the meeting point.

Tour with dinner

Departure is at 8 p.m. near the Rosso Panoramica chairlift on Corona Boreale Street. The guide will take you on a very scenic route until you reach Chalet il Rosso. Here you will stop to enjoy a dinner of local products. The menu includes an appetizer, a first course and a second course, while drinks are not included.

Among the hut's offerings you will find chopping boards, polenta, gnocchi and much more. At the end of the dinner the guide will take you to the meeting point.

This is a super fun opportunity to explore Snowy Meadow from a different perspective. Rent a snowmobile and you can drive on the snow and reach places where it is difficult to get to on foot or even by lifts.

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.

Embark on an adventure with a snowmobile excursion in Limone Piemonte. Guided tours can be an hour or two long starting from Limonetto, and will give you an experience immersed in the beauty of the Maritime Alps.

The tour lasts one hour and offers an experience through snow-covered landscapes, allowing you to savor the adrenaline rush as you traverse silent forests and admire breathtaking views.

The snowmobiles are designed for a maximum of 2 people and please note that a B driver's license is required to ride them, ensuring a safe and engaging experience among alpine wonders.

Embark on an adventure with a snowmobile excursion in Entracque. Guided tours in the Gesso Valley can be 45 minutes or two hours starting from Entracque. At the end of the 2-hour excursion, you can also add a dinner at a mountain hut with typical products.

45-minute tour

The 45-minute tour offers an intense experience in the snowy landscapes of the Marettime Alps, allowing you to have an adrenaline-filled and fun experience driving a snowmobile.

Tour with dinner

During the weekend, at the end of the evening excursion, you will have the opportunity to further enrich the experience with a typical dinner at a local hut consisting of an appetizer, main course, dessert water and coffee.
At least 2 snowmobiles are required to participate.

Snowmobiles are designed for a maximum of 2 people and please note that a B driver's license is required to drive them.

A wonderful panoramic snowshoe hike that will take you through the picturesque snowy landscapes of Prato Nevoso in the province of Cuneo.

You will walk on soft white snow with views of pristine winter scenery, the colors of winter and the tranquility of the mountains. A unique experience that will repay the effort (not too much) of snowshoeing! There are several ways to perform the snowshoe outing:

Panoramic snowshoeing
You will meet the guide and once you have your snowshoes on, you will set off on the approximately two-hour hike that will run along fresh snow in the Trucca Sape' forest. Thursday through Monday, start in the morning or afternoon.
The total elevation gain of the walk is approximately 300 mt.

Snowshoeing with Aperitif
If you prefer instead a shorter hike and end with an aperitif in the fresh air among the snow, you can choose the pre-summer outing "apericiaspola" starting at 5 p.m. and lasting 1 h 30 min (snowshoeing about 1 h).

Snowshoeing with lunch at the Refuge
A fantastic snowshoeing experience to Chalet il Rosso in Prato Nevoso with lunch included. Once lunch is finished you will then descend from the lodge back to the starting point.

If there is a lack of snow, the snowshoeing can be moved to higher elevation by adding the cost of the gondola.

Snowshoe in Prato Nevoso, one of the most beautiful winter resorts in Piedmont.

The visit, followed by a tasting, allows visitors to immerse themselves in the historic local winery of the Luzi Donadei winery in the heart of the Langhe.

The duration of the experience is about 2 hours and, with favorable weather conditions, the visit will conclude with a walk through the streets of the village to discover the estate's vineyards. It is also possible to conduct the visit in English and French.

The visit is suitable for all ages and animals are also allowed.

Piedmont Classics.

Tasting of 3 local wines:

• Langhe Doc Chardonnay
• Dogliani Docg
• Langhe red

The tasting is accompanied by a mixed platter of cured meats and cheeses.

Piedmont's top wines

Tasting of 4 local wines:

• Donna Cecilia Dogliani Doc Sup.
• Claves Januae Barbera d'Alba doc Sup.
• Barolo docg
• Ester Ferrero Brut Metodo Classico

The tasting is accompanied by a mixed platter of cured meats and cheeses.

Enjoy a fantastic snowmobile ride in Prato Nevoso, reaching Chalet il Rosso amid snowy landscapes and breathtaking views. You have a choice of two different experiences.

Aperitif Tour

The tour takes about 1 hour. Departure is at 5 p.m. near the Rosso Panoramica chairlift on Corona Boreale Street, from where you will depart by snowmobile and reach Chalet il Rosso from where you can enjoy an evocative sunset with an aperitif. At the end of the aperitif, the guide will take you to the meeting point.

Tour with dinner

Departure is at 8 p.m. near the Rosso Panoramica chairlift on Corona Boreale Street. The guide will take you on a very scenic route until you reach Chalet il Rosso. Here you will stop to enjoy a dinner of local products. The menu includes an appetizer, a first course and a second course, while drinks are not included.

Among the hut's offerings you will find chopping boards, polenta, gnocchi and much more. At the end of the dinner the guide will take you to the meeting point.

This is a super fun opportunity to explore Snowy Meadow from a different perspective. Rent a snowmobile and you can drive on the snow and reach places where it is difficult to get to on foot or even by lifts.

Embark on an adventure with a snowmobile excursion in Limone Piemonte. Guided tours can be an hour or two long starting from Limonetto, and will give you an experience immersed in the beauty of the Maritime Alps.

The tour lasts one hour and offers an experience through snow-covered landscapes, allowing you to savor the adrenaline rush as you traverse silent forests and admire breathtaking views.

The snowmobiles are designed for a maximum of 2 people and please note that a B driver's license is required to ride them, ensuring a safe and engaging experience among alpine wonders.

A wonderful panoramic snowshoe hike that will take you through the picturesque snowy landscapes of Prato Nevoso in the province of Cuneo.

You will walk on soft white snow with views of pristine winter scenery, the colors of winter and the tranquility of the mountains. A unique experience that will repay the effort (not too much) of snowshoeing! There are several ways to perform the snowshoe outing:

Panoramic snowshoeing
You will meet the guide and once you have your snowshoes on, you will set off on the approximately two-hour hike that will run along fresh snow in the Trucca Sape' forest. Thursday through Monday, start in the morning or afternoon.
The total elevation gain of the walk is approximately 300 mt.

Snowshoeing with Aperitif
If you prefer instead a shorter hike and end with an aperitif in the fresh air among the snow, you can choose the pre-summer outing "apericiaspola" starting at 5 p.m. and lasting 1 h 30 min (snowshoeing about 1 h).

Snowshoeing with lunch at the Refuge
A fantastic snowshoeing experience to Chalet il Rosso in Prato Nevoso with lunch included. Once lunch is finished you will then descend from the lodge back to the starting point.

If there is a lack of snow, the snowshoeing can be moved to higher elevation by adding the cost of the gondola.

Snowshoe in Prato Nevoso, one of the most beautiful winter resorts in Piedmont.

Choose horseback riding in Lurisia Terme and aperitif, and spend a pleasant and peaceful horseback ride through the woods and beautiful landscapes of the area in the province of Cuneo.

A horseback ride is a panacea for body and mind. In the company of equestrian hiking guides, you will have an unforgettable experience, discovering the treasures of the area and experiencing the authentic emotions of a ride in nature.

Also in the two-hour horseback riding tour, you can choose, after the excursion is over, to enjoy a fantastic aperitif in the open air!

The horseback ride begins at the riding school in Lurisia Terme, a hamlet of Roccaforte Mondovì, in the province of Cuneo. For beginners, there will be a time to approach and become familiar with the horses.

An itinerary of varying length (depending on the level of the participants and the duration chosen) will be covered on wooded trails around Lurisia. This is a very interesting area from a naturalistic point of view, offering valuable spring waters for wellness and spa treatments.

The horseback riding excursion will take place on a trail totally surrounded by greenery, of great relaxation and coolness, particularly suitable for those who are new to horseback riding, but very enjoyable for the more experienced as well.

A snowshoe hike in Limone Piemonte will allow you to immerse yourself in pristine snowy landscapes while walking gently on a deep blanket of snow.

You can decide between the longer 6-hour day tour or the shorter half-day tour of about 3 hours. Based on weather and snow conditions, your guide will determine your snowshoeing destination a week in advance.

The easiest destinations, but without losing the beauty and scenery of the Maritime Alps, proposed by the guide are the Forts of the Colle di Tenda, the centuries-old Beech Forest in Palanfrè, the Capanna Chiara tour, the tour in the Vallone di San Giovanni, and the tour to the Alpe di Papa Giovanni.

Winter clothing is recommended. Snowshoes and wands will be to rent on site for 10€ for groups of more than 4 people.

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 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.

This winery tour with tasting in Castagnito, in the heart of Roero, will immerse you in the history of the production of Piedmont's best-known wines. You will have the opportunity to taste 4 or 6 wines, depending on the option you choose, paired with a platter of local cured meats and cheeses.

Once you are welcomed, you will be escorted to the hills near the vineyards to admire the views of the surrounding hills, and you will be offered water and seasonal zero-mile fruit.

After a few minutes you will be escorted to the winery, where you will learn about all the stages of production and aging of the most historic wines of the Roera tradition. The explanation is followed by a tasting of local wines, paired with a platter of local cured meats and cheeses, a glass of Passito and a hazelnut dessert.

Roero and Beyond (2 hours 30 minutes)

The tasting includes 6 wines:

• Roero Arneis DOCG
• Roero Arneis DOCG Cortine
• Langhe Dolcetto DOC
• Langhe Nebbiolo DOC
• Roero DOCG
• Barbera d'Alba DOC

The tasting is paired with a platter of local cured meats and cheeses, a glass of Passito and a hazelnut dessert.

Roero 100% (2 hours)

The tasting includes 4 wines:

• Roero Arneis DOCG
• Langhe Nebbiolo DOC
• Roero DOCG
• Barbera d'Alba DOC

The tasting is paired with a platter of local cured meats and cheeses, a glass of Passito and a hazelnut dessert.

The experience is suitable for everyone, and during spring and summer can be offered outdoors.

The winery tour and tasting in the Piedmont hills of Langhe and Monferrato will allow you to discover the products of the area while visiting a quaint family-run winery.

The winery is located in Calosso, in the province of Asti, and the tour begins with a short walk through the vineyards around the winery while the owner will give you an introduction to the area.

You will continue by visiting the winery with its winemaking area and the rooms where the wine is aged in barrels.

At the end you will be taken to the panoramic terrace or to the tasting room (in winter) to taste 6 wines including their Chardonnay, Barbera, Nebbiolo, Gamba di Pernice to end with Moscato d'Asti.

Everyone can participate in the tour and tasting. Minors can participate free of charge by not drinking.

Tasting with a walk through the heroic vineyards and visit to the historic Teresa Soria winery. A unique opportunity to discover the products of the territory of the Piedmont hills.

Before the tasting you will take a walk through the vineyards of Moncucco followed by a guided tour in the winery's historic cellar, where they will explain the wine production processes.

Finally you will be escorted to the panoramic terrace where you will participate in a tasting of 6 wines, including the winery's Moscato d'Asti, accompanied by a platter of local cured meats and cheeses.

To participate in the tasting you must be of age and in case of intolerances or special dietary needs you must contact the facility in advance.

The winery tour with tasting at Castello di Razzano offers an engaging experience for wine lovers and those who wish to learn about the local wine culture. Located in the charming Castello di Razzano, the museum offers a fascinating journey through the history and production of wine in the region and Monferrato.

After visiting the museum, you will have the opportunity to explore the aging cellars of Razzano Castle. Wine tasting is a highlight of the visit. Each person will have the opportunity to taste three different wines, representative of Castello di Razzano's production. The wine selection could include both white and red wines, depending on your preferences or specialties of the region. To accompany the tasting, you will be served a platter of typical local cured meats and cheeses, which pair perfectly with the wines.

Positioned in one of the most evocative corners of Monferrato and surrounded by an estate of great scenic beauty, Castello di Razzano is the ideal reference point for those who wish to enjoy eno-gastronomic experiences of the area.

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.

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 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.

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.

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 winery tour with tasting on Cannubi Hill will allow you to discover the typical wines of the Piedmont hills, including Barolo.

The activity begins with a guided tour of the winery where the wine production process will be explained to you. At the end you can choose between 2 tastings.

Classic tour

Includes tasting of 6 locally produced wines including 2 glasses of Barolo DOCG. The tasting is accompanied by artisanal breadsticks.

Barolo Tour

This activity includes a tasting tour that includes 5 wines. You will have the opportunity to taste a glass of Nebbiolo followed by 4 different types of Barolo. The tasting is accompanied by artisanal breadsticks.

At the end of the tasting you will be able to relax by walking through the farm's picturesque vineyards on your own.