Best of Piedmont Bike Tour

In fact, many argue that the region produces the best food in all of Italy. The Langa and Roero regions of Piedmont are in one of the most important wine production areas of Italy, which received UNESCO World Heritage status in 2014. Our Best of Piedmont Bike Tour will take you to the heart of these regions, over rolling hills covered with endless vineyards and past ancient castles and hidden hilltop hamlets. You’ll see how connected the local people are to the land, and how they take pride in everything they produce.

Vineyards cover most of the hills here and wines such as Barolo, Barbaresco, Barbera and Nebbiolo are perfectly paired with dishes that will make each meal a gastronomic event. Towns like Canale, Pollenzo, Monforte and Alba are perfect stops for a taste of what the region has to offer, where strolling through the cobbled streets and sitting in geranium-decked piazzas is a great way to end a day on the bike. In the fall, the tour may coincide with the International Truffle Fair in Alba (book far in advance if you are a truffle lover), which attracts countless gourmands and high-caliber chefs. Accommodations during your journey include stunning castles and villas and a boutique hotel in the center of Alba. In September and October it’s harvest time and the colors make the hills and vineyards look like they are painted!

Highlights:
Two important wine regions, Langa and Roero
UNESCO World Heritage Site (Barolo Vineyards)
Villages of Barolo and Barbaresco, the namesakes of two world-famous red wines
Stunning cycling along rolling hills covered with vineyards and quaint medieval villages
Views that stretch as far as the Alps
Castle-topped villages, which lend a historic and romantic feel to the area
Some of the best regional food in Italy, including truffles, cheese and hazelnut Gianduja chocolates