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Be captivated by the enchanting beauty of this breathtaking coastline. Feel the warmth of the sun as you stroll through terraced citrus groves and vineyards perched high above the shimmering azure sea. Inhale the inviting aroma of freshly baked focaccia as you wander the cobbled lanes of picturesque cliffside villages. Discover the contrast between the refined elegance of Santa Margherita, with its grand villas and stylish boutiques, and the peacefulness of Mediterranean oak forests alive with butterflies, birds and wildflowers. Each evening, savour traditional pasta dishes and the freshest seafood, perfectly paired with a crisp Ligurian white wine.
Highlights
- Small groups and passionate local guides
- Unforgettable ride through Barolo with the Alps in the background.
- Memorable dinner at ‘La Luna Nel Pozzo’ in Neive’s old town.
- Eat at local restaurants you won’t find in any guidebook.
- Unique hotels that don’t take large groups.
Package Included
- Expert guides throughout the journey
- Support vehicle during the route
- 6 nights accommodation
- Daily breakfasts, 2 lunches and all dinners except one
- Cooking course
- Entry to tastings, selected historical sites and museums
- Detailed GPS routes
- Luggage transport
Not included
- Bicycle hire
The trip begins in Monterotondo, near Gavi. We recommend flying into Turin and taking the train to Serravalle Scrivia (1 hr 30). From there, we’ll collect you for a short 5-minute transfer to the hotel, our starting point.
Day 1 · Monterotondo
Your journey begins in Monterotondo, near Gavi. We’ll meet at the hotel at 10:00 and set off on bikes. Today’s ride takes you through Gavi, known for its fortress and crisp white wines, and onward to the Roman ruins of Libarna. Ride through the scenic Val Borbera, a valley full of medieval villages, monasteries, and castles. The day ends at Villa Sparina with a wine tasting and dinner at Il Gallina, where tradition meets creativity.
Distance: 11 to 46 km – Elevation gain: up to 530 m
Day 2 · Fausto Coppi’s Piedmont
A day dedicated to cycling legends. Ride through Novi Ligure, home to Italy’s Cycling Museum, and on to Castellania, birthplace of Fausto Coppi. Enjoy a lunch of local cheese Montebore, then ride past raw-earth farmhouses in Villavernia and fossil-rich terrain in Sant’Agata Fossili. Finish with sweeping views from Sandigliano.
Distance: 18 km (150 m gain) or 75 km (570 m gain)
Day 3 · Acqui Terme
Today you’ll explore rolling landscapes dotted with castles and natural beauty. Ride through Mornese and Tagliolo’s hilltop fortress, cross the Capanne di Marcarolo Natural Park, and lunch in Roman Ovada. The final stretch takes you to Acqui Terme, a historic spa town built over Roman hot springs.
Distance: 62 km (630 m gain) or 93 km (1200 m gain)
Day 4 · Neive
Get ready for scenic views and exceptional wines. Ride from Acqui Terme through Montabone and Rocchetta Palafea, stopping to taste Brachetto and Moscato in Canelli’s UNESCO-worthy underground cellars. After lunch at Enoteca Contratto, continue through Santo Stefano Belbo to Neive, one of Italy’s most beautiful villages. Dinner at La Luna Nel Pozzo is a true highlight.
Distance: 43 km – Elevation gain: 625 m
Day 5 · La Morra
Depart Neive and head to the heart of Barbaresco. Visit the regional wine centre and taste a wide selection of local reds. After lunch in Alba, continue to La Morra, perched above the Po Valley. In the afternoon, go truffle hunting in the hazelnut groves. Dinner will be at the Belvedere restaurant in a medieval castle.
Distance: 37 km – Elevation gain: 700 m
Day 7 · La Morra
Depart Neive and head to the heart of Barbaresco. Visit the regional wine centre and taste a wide selection of local reds. After lunch in Alba, continue to La Morra, perched above the Po Valley. In the afternoon, go truffle hunting in the hazelnut groves. Dinner will be at the Belvedere restaurant in a medieval castle.
Distance: 37 km – Elevation gain: 700 m
Day 8 · Departure
After breakfast, we’ll transfer you to the train station in Bra or Asti. From there, it’s just 45 minutes by train back to Turin.
L’Ostelliere, Monterotondo
This estate dates back to the 18th century, when it was part of a farming property built by the Marquis Franzoni of Genoa. Set among the vineyards of Monterotondo, in the heart of the renowned Gavi region, the estate features original wine cellars still in pristine condition — a lasting testament to the area’s rich winemaking heritage.
Hotel Acqui, Acqui Terme
A welcoming 3-star hotel housed in a beautiful historic building. Located in the charming spa town of Acqui Terme, the hotel has been run by the same family for three generations and now includes its own on-site spa.
Villa Lauri, Neive
Located in Neive — one of the most picturesque medieval villages in the Langhe — Villa Lauri is a refined boutique hotel created from the restoration of a 19th-century manor house. Its twelve rooms are tastefully decorated and offer modern comforts in a timeless setting.
Corte Gondina Hotel, La Morra
Situated in the historic centre of La Morra, this elegant hotel blends tradition with understated modern touches. Each room is individually styled, offering a refined yet welcoming atmosphere in the heart of the Langhe.