Decadent and Delicious: A Story Behind Every Dish. A 6-day / 5-night tour in Piedmont, Italy, focusing on gourmet experiences and cycling. The tour is rated Level 3 and falls under the 'Specialty' collection. Celebrate Piedmont’s gourmet season with a Michelin-starred dinner and private tastings at Barbaresco and Barolo estates. Indulge in a three-night stay at the luxurious Relais San Maurizio. Meet our friend Michela for some oven-fired focaccia and a tasting of her little-known wines in the garden of her classic Piedmontese farmhouse. Pedal into the unexplored Alta Langa region, through a landscape dominated by _nocciole_ (hazelnut trees) to a hazelnut-themed lunch at a family farm. Hunt for white truffles with a local _tartufaio (_ truffle hunter) and savor this seasonal delicacy on fresh pasta. Ride through the heart of the Langhe hills, descending to the lower slopes where the perfect marriage of soil and sunlight nurture the Nebbiolo grape. In the village of Barbaresco itself, pause for a coffee and some superb people-watching: renowned winemakers mingle with vineyard workers, chefs, and worldly wine-lovers. Ride into the wildest parts of the Langhe: narrow roads, crumbling medieval towers, and endless hazelnut trees line our route. The area's remoteness made it a hotbed of Resistance activity during WWII, and monuments to these partisan fighters still punctuate the hilly landscape. Say goodbye to San Maurizio as we ride towards the Barolo region and all its gourmet spoils. Though both black and white truffles are found in Barolo, the white truffle—with its fleeting season and more pungent flavor and aroma—is considered a treasure, with demand (and a price tag) to match. Our bikes bring us through the heart of Barolo, with famous _cru_ vineyards every mile of the way. The first ride of the day climbs through one winemaking town after another, bringing us to the medieval town of La Morra. From here on out it's officially Barolo heaven: our route passes renowned estates on the approach to Barolo, where the castle of the Marchese di Barolo stands as a focal point. Lunch at our favorite local producer isn't complete without wine pairings, then complete the loop back to our hotel—an estate once owned by the King of Italy. Tonight, we dine like royalty at our final dinner prepared by a private chef. The tour offers arrival and departure details: Pick-up at Tortona Train Station at 10:00 am and drop-off at Asti Train Station at 11:30 am. The tour operates from October 4th to October 30th in 2026 and October 3rd to October 29th in 2027. Inclusions cover accommodations with luggage transfers, daily breakfasts, all lunches, nutritious snacks, après velo cocktails, 4 gourmet dinners, and carefully selected local wine, beer, or spirits with every meal. Activities include wine tastings, entrance fees, and gratuities for baggage and hotel service. Gear provided includes top-of-the-line bicycles, helmets, complimentary DuVine gear, and GPS with pre-programmed routes. Support includes expert bilingual guides, a support vehicle, pick-up and drop-off services, and daily bike maintenance. Bikes available include the Cannondale Synapse 2 RLE (included), BMC Roadmachine AMP TWO (e-bike with $400 supplement), and Specialized Turbo Vado SL 4.0 (hybrid e-bike, included).
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Not Just Nebbiolo
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Barbaresco Bike Ride
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Nocciole of the Alta Langa
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Truffles and Tajarin
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Piedmontese Royalty
Off to Asti
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