Piemonte Biking
Pedal through Barolo’s wine country
6 Days, 5 Nights
16
B&R Activity Levels
$6,295 USD
Single Supplement: $1,700 USD
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In Piemonte, even the hills take their time—rolling gently past vineyards, truffle forests, and villages that seem handpicked by UNESCO. Pedal through sparkling wine country, feast like royalty in the home of Slow Food, and sip Barolo where it’s born. With intimate stays and views that demand lingering, this is biking–and B&R–at its best.
Pedal magnificent cycling routes that weave through hills draped with vineyards, serene river valleys and quiet medieval villages.
Preview the itinerary
No two trips are ever the same, but this will give you a taste of what your journey will be like.
Rendezvous
Trip Start: Principi di Piemonte
Time: 9:00am
Nearest International Airport: Milan Malpensa Airport (MXP)
Farewell
Trip End: Turin Caselle airport or downtown Turin
Time: 10:30am
Nearest International Airport: Milan Malpensa Airport (MXP)
* Itineraries are subject to change. Please confirm exact Rendezvous and Farewell locations upon booking.
Day 1
Cycle into the riverside town of Rocchette Tanaro for a classic trattoria lunch. We’ll continue through the countryside, conquering one last memorable climb and descent before we reach our peaceful villa. This evening, we'll be joined by a sommelier for an unforgettable wine tasting, followed by dinner in a charming private restaurant.
Activity:
Daily ride: 49 km (30 mi) | Elevation 623 m (2,044 ft)
Day 2
Discover Monferrato on bike today cycling through curvaceous vineyards with mountain peak views. We'll stop in Mombaruzzo for lunch at a lovely small production winery, then we'll join a cooking class hosted by a local chef and learn how to make fresh pasta.
Activity:
Daily ride: 43 km (27 mi.) | Elevation 576 m (886 ft)
Long option: 74 km (46 mi) | Elevation 1,378 m (4,521 ft)
Day 3
Roll along on a spectacular ride, passing villages, vineyards, forests and hazelnut groves on our way to our favourite lunch spot. Embark on a “champions climb” before a magnificent descent into Barolo Langhe. Spend the rest of the afternoon unwinding at the pool before dinner at the hotel’s creative restaurant.
Activity:
Daily ride: 39 km (24 mi) | Elevation 933 m (3,061 ft)
Long option: 82 km (51 mi) | Elevation 1,696 m (5,564 ft)
Optional Century Ride: 100 km (62 mi) | Elevation 1,971 m (6,466 ft)
Day 4
Embark on our final ride through stunning panoramas and quaint villages, meeting our local friend for a genuine truffle hunt. This evening, join our local historian on a tour of Alba, then wander through town for dinner—perhaps at one of the world’s top 50 restaurants.
Activity:
Daily ride: 28 km (17 mi) | Elevation 301 m (988 ft)
Long option: 69 km (43 mi) | Elevation 1,479 m (4,852 ft)
Day 5
Pedal through Barolo’s wine production zone and its many villages today, with many options to challenge yourself—including a Century Ride. This evening begins with a celebration of our week's adventures at a private family-run winery.
Activity:
Daily ride: 52 km (32 mi) | Elevation 1,134 m (3,720 ft)
Long option: 63 km (39 mi) | Elevation 1,258 m (4,127 ft)
Day 6
Enjoy a farewell breakfast in the peaceful hills, then say arrivederci in Turin.
Dates & availability
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Featured stays
La Villa Hotel Piemonte
Location: Mombaruzzo, Italy
Casa di Langa
Location: Cerretto Langhe, Italy
What's included
All breakfasts, lunches and dinners as indicated on the itinerary.
All accommodation as indicated on the itinerary.
Thoughtfully selected local wines, beers, cocktails or non-alcoholic beverages with all meals.
Choice of bike as appropriate for terrain, equipped with handlebar bag and helmet.
A biodegradable B&R water bottle.
Use of a smartphone with downloaded GPS routes provided via RideWithGPS.
Services of B&R guide(s).
All special events, private tours, guest experts and entrance fees.
All gratuities for baggage, porters and hotel services.
Transportation from pick up to drop off.
Baggage transportation.
Access to the B&R support van every step of the way.
What's Not Included: International flights, travel protection, gratuity for your B&R guides.
This trip is carbon neutral. Learn more about our Sustainability commitment.
Good to know
Rides
Our daily routes include plenty of challenging up and downhills. For non-avid cyclists, consider an e-bike for extra support.
Pre and Post trip
This trip ends in Turin, with the option to organize a private drop-off in Milan for continued travels.
Truffle hunt
Due to regional regulations, the truffle hunt on our September departures will be a demonstration rather than an active search.
Equipment
Carbon Performance Road Bike
Touring Bike
E-Bike
Carbon Performance E-Road Bike
Why choose a Small Group trip?
An Effortless Journey
Our expert Experience Designers are perfectionists, using first-hand knowledge of routes, restaurants and hotels to create an unforgettable experience. This means all the planning is taken care of for you. All you need to do is enjoy.
Active Exploration
From emerging destinations to iconic sights, B&R trips show you the world in a new way on our expertly developed cycling, walking and hiking routes. Travelling through historic villages and romantic vineyards and up to striking viewpoints, our routes offer a variety of challenges for every activity level.
Friends for Life
Your fellow travellers are as passionate and curious about the world as you are, which means the conversations and laughs will be as free flowing as your drink of choice. Don't be surprised if your group starts planning a reunion before the trip is done.
Room for Surprises
We love a plan, but we adore a spontaneous moment even more. Whether it's an impromptu al fresco meal or a moon-lit musical performance, our advice is to expect the unexpected.
Delightful surprises popped up each day.
All details were attended to, and I was able to just be in the moment. Delightful surprises popped up each day. I appreciated that we could individually choose to do all, or only part of the distance and have the navigation show elevation gains.
— Cynthia P; Bremerton, WA