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Turin
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Your northern Italy adventure begins with a two-hour flight from the UK to Turin. On arrival, a private driver will be waiting to take you into the city, where your boutique hotel sits within one of Turin’s most elegant central districts – the perfect base for exploring Piedmont’s capital.
After settling in, spend the rest of the afternoon unwinding or strolling beneath the city’s arcaded walkways before dinner at a nearby trattoria (our Concierge can recommend the best neighbourhood options).
This morning, meet your private guide for a two-hour tour of Turin’s historic centre. Wander the grand piazzas and Baroque avenues before dipping into the narrow, cobbled streets of Quadrilatero Romano, the old Roman city. Marvel at the ornate Santuario della Consolata basilica, then explore the Porta Palazzo – the largest market in Europe, where around 800 merchants have manned colourful stalls for over a century. We’ll also organise fast-track entrance tickets to the Egyptian Museum – one of the most impressive collections of antiquities outside of Cairo – giving you time to browse its highlights at your own pace after your tour.
Spend the rest of the day in Turin at your leisure. Continue exploring independently or opt for a privately arranged vintage car tour through the city – a charming way to see Turin’s palaces, riverside boulevards and leafy parks. As evening approaches, pause in one of the city’s historic cafés for a bicerin, Turin’s famously indulgent (and delicious) chocolate-and-coffee creation.
After a hearty breakfast at your hotel, pick up your rental car and drive south towards the Langhe, the vineyard-scattered heartland of Piedmont. The journey should take around one-and-a-half hours, winding through rolling hills, hazelnut groves and villages surrounded by neat stripes of vines.
Your base for the next three nights is an elegant countryside retreat boasting views of alpine peaks and Barolo vineyards. This is the ideal place to begin exploring the enchanting region’s rich flavours and traditions. Settle in, breathe the country air and enjoy a slow afternoon. How does a walk among the vineyards sound? Or perhaps you’d rather have a long lunch featuring local cheeses, truffle-infused dishes and Piedmontese wines.
Over the next two days, explore the Langhe at a leisurely pace. One morning, drive the short 20 minutes to the historic town of Alba. Wander through Medieval streets as you sample the region’s most celebrated flavours – roasted hazelnuts, delicious white truffles, artisanal cheeses and a glass (or two) of Barolo, known locally as ‘the wine of kings, the king of wines’. If you’re keen to delve deeper into the area’s culinary heritage, we can also arrange a truffle hunt with an expert guide and dog.
Spend the rest of your time here enjoying this tranquil area. Follow scenic country lanes between hilltop villages, stop at family-run wineries for tastings, or simply enjoy long, lingering meals that celebrate the region’s farm-to-table traditions. If you’d like restaurant recommendations or wine estate suggestions, your Concierge is only a message away.
Sadly, it’s time to say goodbye to northern Italy. Drive back to Turin Airport this morning – approximately one-and-a-half hours – and drop off your rental car before boarding your flight back to the UK. Land home later today enriched with new stories, full bellies and a deeper appreciation for one of Italy’s most quietly remarkable regions.
Everything in this itinerary is entirely customisable, down to the smallest details. Here are some more suggestions of what could be included
Each of our trips is entirely tailor-made with originality, quality and cultural immersion in mind. Our team of destination specialists will craft itineraries based on your tastes, using their first-hand knowledge and the help of our in-country team of Concierges and guides. All trips are accompanied by a wide range of additional services, including a 24-hour helpline, the Original Travel app, fast-track airport services and much more.
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