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Small-Group Barolo Wine Tasting, Alba & UNESCO Piedmont Hills

5.0 Excellent 972 reviews
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10h 30m
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English
Free cancellation · up to 24 hours before Instant confirmation Likely to sell out Live guide

Ratings & Reviews

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Guidekin's take

Wine country? in our Day Trips comparison. Choose the limited group Barolo day: seven wines, Alba, max nineteen, 10h 30m at €179 per person; English only. 4.95 from 972 reviews.

Trade-off: Lunch and pickup not included.

Last checked: September 24, 2026. Commissions never affect our verdicts.

Overview

Guidekin summary

A small group van day into the Langhe hills for a guided tasting of seven Piedmont reds including Barolo at a family run winery, with free time in Alba and a stop at a castle or viewpoint. Lunch is at your own cost in Alba, hotel pickup is only on the semi private tier, and travel time is part of the day. 4.95 from 972 reviews at €179 per person.

From the guide

Discover Barolo — often called the “King of Wines and the Wine of Kings” — on a small-group journey from Milan into the vineyard hills of the Langhe, a UNESCO World Heritage wine landscape.

Travel in a comfortable small group with an English-speaking guide.

The first stop is Alba, the world capital of white truffles and the birthplace of Nutella. Enjoy 2 hours of free time to stroll the historic center and enjoy lunch.

From Alba, continue into the Barolo wine region to visit a family-run winery with spectacular views over the Langhe hills. Enter the traditional cellar, meet the producers, and enjoy a guided tasting of 7 wines, including Barolo, while learning about local vineyards and winemaking traditions.

The day also includes a stop at Grinzane Cavour Castle, a UNESCO World Heritage Site surrounded by vineyards and one of the iconic viewpoints in the Langhe.

(On Tuesdays, when the castle is closed, the stop is replaced by a panoramic viewpoint in La Morra or Barbaresco.)

Tour options

The operator sells this tour in 2 versions. Prices are the operator's current list for two travellers; the calendar shows the exact figure for your date and party.

Limited group - maximum 19 pp

from €179 / person
Guide: English

Semi Private 7 people + pickup

from €399 / person
Guide: English

Luxury van for 7 people: Pickup and drop off included

What this option includes

Guided by Oleg or Stefano: Abroads Tours founders who created this itinerary.

Compared with other Day Trips

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This tour · #2 of 25€17910h 30m4.95 (972)shared
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Ranked #2 of 25 in Day Trips by Guidekin score (rating weighted by review volume). Prices here run from €70 to €1039, median €139; typical length 10h 30m. 4 of 25 are private. Figures are live from the tour cards; the rubric is our handpicked set, not the whole market. Compare all 25 Day Trips

Schedule & Availability

Runs daily
Departs: 09:00
Available year-round

This tour runs daily, departing at 09:00. It runs year-round. These are the operator’s scheduled departures, not a live seat count: availability is confirmed at checkout. Schedule last checked September 24, 2026.

What's Included

Stop at a UNESCO-listed castle or panoramic viewpoint (Panoramic viewpoint on Tuesdays)
Walking tour and free time in Alba
In-vehicle air conditioning: Travel in a private van
Visit to a family-run winery with cellar access
Licensed, professional English-speaking tour guide
Guided tasting of 7 Langhe DOC & DOCG red wines, including Barolo

What's Not Included

Lunch: local recommendations provided
Gratuities: Optional
Hotel pickup and drop off

Itinerary

Alba Stop 1
is known for its historic charm, excellent cuisine, and the famous White Truffle Fair, held on weekends in October and November. Explore the medieval towers and the Cathedral of San Lorenzo, the town’s main cathedral. Browse local shops for some of the world’s best hazelnut cream, or enjoy lunch in a small, traditional restaurant serving Piedmont specialties such as fresh egg pasta and veal with tuna sauce.
2h
Barolo Stop 2
Visit a family-run winery in a panoramic setting surrounded by vineyards. Enter the cellars and learn directly from the winemakers about the production of Barolo, a strictly regulated wine made only from Nebbiolo grapes, with precise rules governing vineyard location, aging, and classification. Discover how each hill and vineyard has its own name and character, influencing structure, aroma, and aging potential. Taste at least six DOC and DOCG red wines, sometimes seven, including Barolo, during a guided tasting focused on quality, terroir, terroir expression, and local tradition.
2h
Castello Di Grinzane Cavour Stop 3
Enjoy a visit to a medieval castle listed as a UNESCO World Heritage Site, offering panoramic views over the Langhe hills and surrounding vineyards. Inside the castle, visit the historic wine shop, considered the oldest in the Piedmont region, and learn about its close connection to Camillo Benso, Count of Cavour. Cavour played a key role in the development of Barolo wine, promoting modern winemaking methods and helping transform Barolo from a local product into an internationally respected wine. Please note: on Tuesdays, when the castle is closed, the visit is replaced with a stop at a panoramic viewpoint in La Morra, known for some of the best vineyard views in the Barolo region.
1h

Departure & Return

Start point

This pick up point is 10 minutes away by subway or 20 minutes by UBER/TAXI from DUOMO. Please be at the meeting time by 9:15. We will pick you up along the way coming from Milano Centrale train station PLEASE LET US KNOW IN THE NOTES IF YOU ARE JOINING AT THIS MEETING POINT, Facing Hotel Gallia the meeting point is on the right corner of the building

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End point

This pick up point is 10 minutes away by subway or 20 minutes by UBER/TAXI from DUOMO. Please be at the meeting time by 9:15. We will pick you up along the way coming from Milano Centrale train station PLEASE LET US KNOW IN THE NOTES IF YOU ARE JOINING AT THIS MEETING POINT, Facing Hotel Gallia the meeting point is on the right corner of the building

Additional Information

  • Public transportation options are available nearby
  • Not recommended for pregnant travelers
  • Suitable for all physical fitness levels
  • Travel time is included in the total duration.

Cancellation Policy

For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.

1+ daysFull refund
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From € 179 / person