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Discover the spectacular landscapes and irresistible flavours of Piemonte on an unforgettable self-drive Italian road trip, from the glittering shores of Lake Maggiore to the rolling vineyards of the Langhe.
Piemonte is Italy at its most seductive, where the drama of the Alps meets emerald lakes, vineyard-covered hills and medieval villages glowing golden beneath the afternoon sun. This is a land made for lingering, where elegant lakeside promenades give way to winding country roads, hilltop castles and landscapes feel so beautiful they must have been painted. In between the scenery comes a feast of extraordinary flavours, from velvety gianduja and prized hazelnuts to artisan cheeses and the rich culinary traditions that have made this corner of northern Italy a destination for food lovers. Here, every road leads somewhere beautiful, and every long lunch feels like part of the adventure.
You’ll experience this remarkable region on a wonderfully liberating self-drive journey, collecting your car in Milan before heading north to the shimmering shores of Lake Maggiore. Cruise across the lake to the enchanting Borromean Islands, wander through the magnificent gardens of Isola Bella and lose yourself in the timeless charm of Lake Orta and San Giulio Island. Then, as the scenery changes, you’ll follow picturesque roads into the heart of Piemonte, discovering medieval villages, elegant Alba and the UNESCO-listed landscapes of Monferrato before arriving in the Langhe, where vineyards roll towards the horizon and every hilltop seems to reveal another breathtaking view.
The beauty of this journey is that you have the freedom to make it your own. You’ll have two included experiences to choose according to your tastes, perhaps indulging in Piemonte’s irresistible chocolate and gianduja, discovering its famous hazelnuts and local cheeses, or exploring the region’s rich food traditions. You’ll continue to Alba and the villages of Barolo and La Morra before discovering the regal elegance of Turin, with its royal palaces, grand piazzas and historic cafés. Finally, you’ll drive back to Milan, return your car and enjoy one last evening in Italy’s effortlessly stylish capital. It’s a journey designed for those who want to feel the road beneath them, follow the view around the next bend and collect the kind of Italian moments that stay with you long after you’ve come home.
We have sourced the very best accommodation in Piemonte to ensure you have a comfortable bed at the end of your day's adventure.
Choose 2 additional experiences from this extensive list adding more joy to your journey:
Aperitif in Stresa with local food and a glass of wine
Lake Orta public boat ticket
Taranto Botanical Gardens tickets
San Carlone monument ticket (terrace and internal of the statue)
Cheese tasting in Arona
Monferrato: non-alcoholic tasting - Hazelnuts, biscuits, Piedmontese dry sweets, or baked goods purchased in the shop.
WiMu – Wine Museum, Barolo Castle + Grinzane CavourCastle / Langhe Museum
Barolo Tasting + Small plate of local specialties
La Morra / Barolo Area: Piemonte Hazelnut Tasting
Toasted hazelnuts, hazelnut cream, hazelnut cake, Baci di Dama (Lady's Kisses).
Alba / Langhe area: Chocolate & Gianduja Tasting
Small self-guided tour of a chocolate shop or pastry shop: pralines, gianduiotti, hazelnut cake, and spreadable cream.
RoyalPalace (Turin) entrance ticket
Mole Antonelliana entrance ticket
Lavazza Coffee Museum entrance ticket
Egyptian Museum Turin entrance ticket
Bicerin in a historic café: Bicerin + a small chocolate orTurinese biscuit.
A glass of Nebbiolo, Barbera, Erbaluce, or vermouth + a small selection of local specialties
Your special included experience takes you onto Lake Maggiore by public boat, with entrance to the magnificent Isola Bella and Isola Madre.
Every morning you will start your day with a delicious Italian breakfast to set you up for a day of exploration.
Enjoy the freedom of an MG ZS (or similar) automatic rental car from Day 3, with unlimited kilometers allowing you to explore northern Italy at your own pace.