Italy: Piedmont, Langhe & the Italian Riviera
During this culinary bike tour of Italy, cycle along mountains and rivers, pausing to explore medieval villages and savor classic Italian dishes and wine.
Guided Biking
- Biking: 1 - 4 hr|
- Group Size: 20
Starting From
10-day Air Package
$4,145
7-day Bike Tour Only
$3,095
Per person, double occupancy

Italy: Piedmont, Langhe & the Italian Riviera
Mountains, vineyards, coastal villages; riveting Riviera rides await you during this spectacular culinary bike tour of Italy. Begin your journey with a lesson in truffle hunting from a local farmer and his dog. Continue across the Tanaro River en route to La Morra, known for its beloved Barolo vineyards, castles, and cascine farmhouses. Cycle an ancient route into Alta Langa, basking in panoramic views of the Alps. Pause for lunch along the banks of the Bormida River and sip vino in the regal wine estate of Fontanafredda. Trace the azure waters of the Ligurian coast, ride into quaint seaside villages, and prepare fresh pesto pasta with locals. Each magnificent day ensures there’s no slice of Northern Italian culture left unseen or untasted.What to Expect
This tour offers a combination of easy terrain mixed with some moderate hills and is ideal for beginners and experienced cyclists. Our VBT van support shuttle is always available.
- Biking: 1 - 4 hr|
- Group Size: 20
Cycling
Cyclists
Support
Tour Highlights
- Join a farmer and his trusty dog on a hunt for precious truffles during your stay at an authentic agriturismo
- Savor a tasting of Arneis and Favorita wines produced on your agriturismo grounds, accompanied by local cheese.
- Enjoy a two-night stay at the historic Tenuta di Fontanafredda, whose winery was founded by a king.
- Discover hilltop La Morra and the quaint medieval village of Barolo, famous for their eponymous wines.
- Sip Barolo where it was born when you head into a majestic underground cellar, named one of the 100 most beautiful in the world.
- Learn to prepare pesto like the locals do during a fun and informative cooking class.
- Visit Taggia, one of the most beautiful villages of Liguria
Average High /
Low Temperature (°F):
Apr62º/42º
May70º/50º
Jun77º/57º
Jul82º/61º
Aug80º/60º
Sep74º/55º
Oct63º/45º
Average
Precipitation:
Apr4.1 in
May4.7 in
Jun3.8 in
Jul2.6 in
Aug3.1 in
Sep2.8 in
Oct3.5 in
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Roundtrip international airfare | ||
Transfers to and from international airport | ||
One night in Turin and one night in Nice (France), in conveniently located hotels with breakfasts included | ||
6 nights in 4 star hotels and one agriturismo | ||
11 meals: 6 breakfasts, 1 lunch, 4 dinners |

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Road Bicycle (Aluminum alloy frame)
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Electric-Assisted Bicycle (E-bike)
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Custom VBT Bike and Helmet
Two Local, Bilingual Trip Leaders
Vehicle Support
Luggage Transfers
Ride with GPS and Daily Route Notes
Welcome Reception
Facilitated Cultural Experiences
Your Choice of VBT Branded Gear for Your Adventure
Accommodations
Enjoy Your Vacation Longer With Low-Cost Trip Extensions
Air Package Only
2021 Pre-Trip Extension - Turin
2 Nights From $345 per person, double occupancy
Single Supplement: From $245
- 2 nights at the Grand Hotel Sitea with Daily breakfast
- City Information
- Hospitality Desk and City Orientation Tour
- Airport transfers
Depart home for Italy. The particulars of your arrival overseas are detailed with your flight itinerary.
Upon arrival at the Turin airport, claim your luggage and clear customs. Make certain your VBT luggage tags are affixed to your bag so your VBT representative can identify you as you enter the arrival hall. Your VBT representative will be holding a VBT sign and will help you transfer to your centrally located hotel in Turin.
If you are going to be delayed meeting our transfer representative for more than 15 minutes due to delayed or lost luggage, please let your hotel staff know by calling +39 011 5170171. Ask them to pass your message to the driver. Our drivers are generally able to wait for up to 45 minutes from the time your flight lands, after which you will be responsible for your own transfer. However, they might be able to reschedule your transfer quickly if they are aware of the delay. You may also contact Allianz Global Assistance to advise of your delay, and they will contact our transfer service.
Please note: Check-in time is 2:00 p.m., but hotel staff will do their best to get you to your room as soon as possible. You may store your luggage at the front desk.
A local VBT representative is available at 4:00 p.m. at the hotel to answer your questions and offer an orientation walk. She will also propose an optional guided tour for the next day. This unconventional three-hour guided tour will highlight Turin’s unknown attractions including a visit to an open market to discover local specialties, a stop in a very special coffee shop, plus other hidden treasures. You have the rest of the day free to relax or to explore, using VBT’s City Information as your guide.
Accommodation: Grand Hotel Sitea, Turin
The day is yours to explore the historic treasures of Turin as you wish. You might head to the Cathedral of St. John the Baptist, where the mysterious Shroud of Turin — said to have once covered the head of Jesus — is kept. Visit the National Museum of Cinema in the towering Mole Antonelliana, the tallest museum in the world. Or browse the artifacts of the Egyptian Museum, the largest collection of antiquities outside Cairo. For a wider view, board a mountain gondola just outside the city for magnificent views. Come mealtime, head to Eataly, a foodie’s emporium of tantalizing sights, fragrances, and flavors. There is a large version at Lingotto, or a smaller one next to your hotel. If you’re as passionate about food as the locals of Turin, you’ll be pleased to know that your hotel’s restaurant has recently earned a Michelin star.
Accommodation: Grand Hotel Sitea, Turin
Included Meals: Breakfast
Another free day in Turin provides the perfect opportunity to linger in some of the city’s many historic cafés and watch local Italian life unfold around you. Or venture just outside the city to explore one of the Residences of the Royal House of Savoy, a UNESCO World Heritage site consisting of the splendid Castello del Valentino, the sprawling Reggia di Venaria Reale, and the regal Palazzina di Caccia di Stupinigi. VBT’s City Information has ideas and tips.
VBT Air Package guests arrive throughout the day.
Accommodation: Grand Hotel Sitea, Turin
Included Meals: Breakfast
Air Package Only
2021 Post-Trip Extension - Nice
2 Nights From $245 per person, double occupancy
Single Supplement: From $195
- 2 nights at the La Malmaison Nice with daily breakfast
- City Information
- Hospitality Desk and City Orientation Tour
- Airport transfers
Spend more time in Nice, strolling the gracious warrens and fountain-dotted squares of the historic quarter, steeped in old-world elegance. If you wish, journey a little farther afield to Monte Carlo, opulent capital of the tiny principality of Monaco. Here, in the footsteps of glamorous celebrities and royalty, explore the historic lanes of Le Rocher, the medieval Old Town, and be sure to catch the changing of the guard at the Grimaldi Princes’ Palace. See where American actress Grace Kelly, who married Prince Ranieri III in 1956 to become Princess Grace, is entombed. And duck into the extravagant Monte Carlo Casino.
Accommodation: Hotel La Malmaison, Nice, France
Included Meals: Breakfast
Perhaps begin the day with a stroll along the splendid Promenade des Anglais, admiring its gardens and taking in sweeping views of the crystalline blue sea. Shopping opportunities are endless here, too. And while you’re in town, you’ll want to visit the Musée Matisse to view the largest collection of the artist’s work. If you rent a car to expand your reach, drive the scenic high coastal roads into France, where you can visit the breathtaking hilltop village of Eze or the city of perfumes, Grasse.
Accommodation: Hotel La Malmaison, Nice, France
Included Meals: Breakfast
After breakfast*, transfer to Nice airport (20 minutes, depending on traffic) for your departing flight. Please ensure you are waiting in the hotel reception area at the designated time**.
*Please note: For guests with early-morning departures, breakfast at the hotel may not be available. Please check with the front desk to verify the times that breakfast is served.
**Please note: VBT recommends checking your transfer time in your “Transfer Reminder.” VBT transfer times and departure points are finalized in advance and cannot be modified for individual guests. If you extend your stay beyond the scheduled program dates, return transportation to the airport will be at your own expense.
Included Meals: Breakfast

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