2026
TURIN & PIEDMONT
THE EXPERIENCE
After an arrival in Torino, we head out to the beautiful countryside and to the birthplace of the Slow Food movement where we will enjoy a farm to table experience and an area wine intro. In the following days, we will hunt truffles, enjoy a fireside chat with leading female winemakers and learn about the area’s other prize products: cheese, chocolate, cashmere and rice!
This 6 day journey will leave you enamored with the soulful region of Piedmont and the elegance of Turin.
If you are in search of Italy off the beaten path, this experience is for you!
Women in Wine 2026 Experience : Truffles and Barolo
Proposed Highlights
Piedmont has some truly remarkable women shaping its wine, food and artisan culture.
Come along on a culinary and viticultural discovery of women makers in Piedmont with a 2 night intro in the elegant city of Turin; Italy’s first capital in 1861 after the country’s unification. As a political and intellectual center since 1563, Turin boasts a rich cultural history of refined architecture, castles, palaces and gardens. We will see major landmarks and enjoy its stylish cafe culture.
On day 3 we move to a tranquil retreat in the countryside and the hills of Barolo, where we will be immersed in hilltop views and Medieval cobbled streets.
We will complete the week with a visit to the White Truffle Fair in Alba!
This experience is not just for wine enthusiasts although you will go home more of an expert than you arrived! We will explore the best that Barolo and Langhe have to offer and delve deeper into the understanding of this rich terroir that produces Italy’s most prestigious wines, cheese and truffles. We will meet some of the leading female pioneers who have broken into a formerly male dominated world with great success.
We will hunt truffles with the area’s only female truffle hunter and enjoy other artisanal experiences led by women.
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*Please note, the final itinerary will be sent 60 days prior to our departure.
To fully enjoy our time together you should be in good physical condition and comfortable with the following:
* guests should be able to walk or stand for several hours every day. We take breaks and have lunch but my trips involve a lot of walking. You must feel sure footed on cobbled streets and uneven pavements. If taxis are required due to physical limitations please understand this is the financial responsibility of the client.
* guests will have porter help with your luggage at hotels upon arrival and departure but should be able to manage your luggage until porters arrive which sometimes can mean getting your luggage to a central area of pick up.
MEET OUR WINE & TRAVEL SPECIALIST
Valerie Quintanilla, Piedmont Travel Specialist
Valerie Quintanilla traded the Rockies for the Alps when she left Denver for a life among the vines in Barolo. What started as a wine-soaked hobby (and a cheeky expat blog) turned into a full-time gig designing custom travel experiences across Italy—with Piedmont as her home base and wine as her compass.
Since 2013, Valerie’s been connecting curious travelers with the people, places, and flavors that make Italy unforgettable. From garage winemakers and goat cheese producers to Michelin-starred chefs, she curates the kinds of stories and moments that go far beyond the guidebooks.
Equal parts wine nerd and logistics queen, she’s your insider for all things delicious, local, and off-the-radar—and probably the reason you’ll want to come back to Italy again (and again).
WHAT’S INCLUDED
6 nights single occupancy in 5 & 4 star hotel accommodations
Most meals are included in this itinerary. Free dinners/lunches will be explained in the final itinerary
All guided tours, cultural experiences, museum and other entries
All local transportation as pertains to the program
Gratuities for drivers and guides during included touring (extra is at your discretion)
Transport to your departure can be arranged at the client’s expense.
WHAT’S NOT INCLUDED
International airfare to and from Italy, as well as any applicable visa fees, border charges, or local tourism taxes
Airport arrival and departure transfers
Premium beverages, such as cocktails, and additional wine
Optional excursions, personal purchases, and spa or wellness treatments
Gratuities for airport transfers, porters, and housekeeping staff
Required trip insurance
Expenses related to itinerary changes due to circumstances beyond our control, including flight delays, cancellations, or natural events
WHY TRAVEL TO TURIN & PIEDMONT WITH US?
Intimate Group Size – Limited to small groups for meaningful access and a relaxed, enriching pace
Beautifully Curated – Every stop, guide, and experience chosen for its authenticity and soul
Unmatched Access – Boutique style with insider perspective, far from the crowds
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