Language
English,
Transportation (C)
Train, Bus, walking
Departure from
Alba
Arrival to
Alba
Level of difficultly
2
Comfort Level
3
Accomodation
3 *
Meals
some meals included
Luggage
Stress Free Luggage
Guiding method
Self-guided
Minimum Age
18
Destinations
Piedmont, Langhe area
Activities
Walking Packages
Trip Type
Stress free luggage
Trip Tag
Self guided Tour

Highlights

Itinerary

Map

Dates & Costing

Inclusions

Accommodation and Meals

Additional Information

Payment and Cancellation

Discover the culinary and scenic delights of Piemonte on this walking package through the Langhe region, a paradise for food and wine lovers. Nestled between the Alps and the Apennines, this fertile area is famous for the prized white truffle (Tuber Magnatum) and world-class reds like Barolo and Barbera.
Walk between charming villages such as Barolo and Barbaresco, passing vineyards, hazelnut forests, and rolling hills dotted with castles and feudal towers. Along the way, savor gourmet cheeses, pastries, chocolates, and local specialties while staying in welcoming rural accommodations that capture the authentic character of the region.

Level of difficulty 2 = Moderate day walks of 3-5 hours per day (excluding breaks) in hilly to mountainous areas using well-maintained, sometimes stony paths.

Comfort level 3 = Good hotels, inns, B&Bs, agriturismo (farmhouses) with en-suite private bathroom, often well-located and serving good meals.

Highlights

An infinite selection of incredible wines, cheese, sweets and chocolates to taste along the way
White truffles (between September and December)
Vineyard walks and carefully groomed hazelnut forests
Small, comfortable, family run accommodation some with prize winning restaurants on site or near by
Spectacular views of the snow capped alps on clear days
Friendly people
Quiet foot paths

Day 1 :

Arrive in Alba

Arrive in Alba, the heart of Piedmont’s wine country. This captivating medieval city, known as the “city of a hundred towers,” is a treasure trove of flavors and aromas. Stroll through cobbled streets, climb a tower for panoramic views, or indulge your sweet tooth in one of Alba’s charming pastry shops.

Day 2 :

Walk from Barolo to Monforte (8 km )

After a morning transfer to Barolo, be sure to visit the impressive wine museum housed in the town’s castle. From here, you’ll follow the official Bar to Bar route, starting with a short, easy walk to Novello, then continuing to the picturesque hillside village of Monforte. Explore narrow stone-lined streets, enjoy local cuisine, and taste some of Italy’s finest wines along the way.

Walking challenge: 3 hours, 8 km, 440 m ascent, 200 m descent

Breakfast

Day 3 :

Walk from Monforte to Cissone (15 km )

Today begins with a walk to the charming hamlet of Serralunga d’Alba, offering stunning views of the rolling clay hills and orderly vineyards. Continue to Roddino for a panoramic lunch featuring local specialties, then tackle the final climb to the farm in Cissone.

Walking challenge: 4.5 hours, 15 km, 800 m ascent, 666 m descent

Breakfast

Day 4 :

Walk from Cissone/Bossolaschetto to Cravanzana (13 -17.5 km)

Follow scenic country tracks and descend to the River Belbo, before a steep climb up to a ridge with spectacular views of the Alps and Apennines on clear days. Continue through woods to Feisoglio and Cravanzana, passing the classic village of Serravalle Langhe.

Optional: Start from Bossolaschetto to shorten the walk by 6.5 km, a chance to spend the day immersed in nature (bookable locally).

Walking challenge: 5–6 hours, 13–17.5 km, 370–500 m ascent, 650–870 m descent

Breakfast

Day 5 :

Walk from Cravanzana to Benevello (14 km)

A generally easy day. From Cravanzana, descend to the River Belbo before climbing back toward Montemarino. Enjoy breathtaking views of the Lower Langa, the Alps to the northwest, and the Apennines to the southeast.

Walking challenge: 3.5 hours, 14 km, 550 m ascent, 510 m descent

Breakfast

Day 6 :

Walk from Benevello to Neive (17.2 km )

From Benevello, reconnect with the Bar to Bar route, following gently undulating roads and paths through vineyards and scattered farmhouses producing world-class wines. Sections of forest provide refreshing variety, while panoramic views of the Langhe and distant Alps accompany you throughout the day.

Walking challenge: 4–5 hours, 17.2 km, 530 m ascent, 680 m descent

Breakfast

Day 7 :

Walk from Neive to Alba (11.9 km)

Your final day features quiet country roads and paths with minimal climbs. The landscape is dominated by manicured vineyards, offering open views of the Langhe and the Alps. Pass through Barbaresco, renowned for its wines, before descending to the River Tanaro and walking through scenic riparian forests on the approach to Alba.

Walking challenge: 3–4 hours, 11.9 km, 325 m ascent, 425 m descent

Breakfast

Day 8 :

Final day

Our services end after breakfast unless you have booked another service with us.

Breakfast

Accommodation and varies

Accommodations are carefully selected because of their location, atmosphere and/or unique services.
We choose comfortable hotels, farmhouses and B&Bs where all rooms have private en-suite bathrooms.
You can find below the standard hotels for this trip. If a hotel is fully booked, then we will book a similar one for you and inform you about the alternative booked.
Extra overnight: You can book additional night(s) at any of the accommodations along the way.

Hotel Calissano**** (Alba) – The new Calissano Hotel is located near the central Piazza M. Ferrero, one of the most beautiful squares in Piedmont, known as “the drawing-room of Alba” because it is a meeting place for people from the town and surrounds.

Hotel Grappolo d’Oro (Monforte D’Alba) – is in Piazza Umberto I, the main square in Monforte D’Alba. Rooms and apartments have a traditional design with tiled floors and wooden furniture. Services include free Wi-Fi, TV and a private bathroom. Breakfast is good. It’s suggested the restaurant.

Agriturismo Balcone sulle Langhe (Cissone) – is in a quiet location. Rustic rooms are comfortable, spacious and well-furnished. It’s suggested that the restaurant offers traditional dishes with local products. Rooms have a balcony, fridge, kitchenette, air conditioning/heating, TV, and telephone.

Hotel Da Maurizio (Cravanzana) – is set in its spacious garden surrounded by the Langhe Hills and offers rooms decorated in a classic style with a balcony. Some of these are fitted with tiled floors, and some have parquet floors. The hotel restaurant is very good and very appreciated.

Relais Montemarino*** (Borgomale) In an oasis of charm, few kilometers far from Alba, Relais Montemarino was crafted out of the painstaking renovation of an old nineteenth-century farmhouse. It is surrounded by Langhe’s hills and it offers rooms with rustic style. All of these are well-finished, clean and welcoming with free Wifi, TV, telephone, private bathroom, heating and minibar. Breakfast is rich and various.

Hotel Villa Lauri*** (Neive) is situated in a very good position, 10 minutes by walk from Neive’s centre. It offers an external swimming pool for the summer season and a terrace overlooking vineyards surrounding. Rooms are comfortable and clean with free Wifi, air conditioning/heating, telephone, TV and private bathroom. Breakfast is very good. Staff is attentive and helpful.

Extras on request:

Additional nights before, during or after the walk
Single Room Supplement(s)
Solo Traveller Supplement
Transfer from the airport to Alba and return

Technical Information

The walks are along vineyards, uneven footpaths, mule tracks and small gravel roads (strade bianche). The trails through the vineyards can become slippery, muddy, and difficult to navigate when wet or after it has rained. The trails do not always have markings.

Luggage transfer is included in your package; this is typically provided by the accommodation itself or by a local taxi service. The allowance is: only 1 piece of luggage of 20kg per person (if they have it’s really big, they must mention it at the time of booking, additional cost may be required)

A note on our self-guided adventures and Fitness preparation:

Self-guided walking or cycling requires individuals to use problem-solving skills, be adaptable and have a keen eye. It is recommended that you are comfortable with map reading, referring to route notes and that you have a good sense of direction (or are willing to work on improving this!) Sometimes, route finding, losing your way, finding it again and asking the locals for help is all part of the adventure. If you’ve never been on a self-guided trip, after the first couple of days, you will get the hang of it, as the vast majority of our first-time travellers attest. Please be assured that our written material issued to you for route finding is updated regularly, and we provide a 7-day service hotline in the event of any problems. There is a certain level of the unknown that comes with self-guided trips; however, with a methodical approach, potential problems will be averted. The freedom of a self-guided trip is something that, once experienced, is sought time and time again.
Fitness preparation: The concept behind most of our trips is active holidays, and the fitter you ar,e the more easily you will adjust and enjoy yourself. We expect participants to take responsibility for their fitness and preparations consistently before departure, and to increase the regular weekly training schedule in the two months leading up to departure. That way, when you start walking, you will feel relaxed and comfortable and strong, having done more than sufficient preparation for the trip. You will also have more energy to enjoy the views, take photos and explore the sights in your spare time, rather than just make it to the next hotel. During the day, is when the most interesting features of interest will be found, and being fit allows you to optimise every situation you encounter. As a minimum, we recommend 40 minutes of aerobic-type exercise; running, swimming, biking, hill walking, or gym work two to three times a week for two to six months leading up to your walk. Note the best training is the activity that you are actually going to be doing: walking up and down hill, and cross-country. Practice this as much as possible. Training should be stepped up as you get closer to departure, to an amount you feel appropriate (you don’t want to cause yourself an injury!). Using your gear before departure (boots, day pack, clothing, etc.) gives familiarity and comfort whilst on the walk. It makes sense to know that all your gear ‘works for you’ BEFORE departure, rather than discovering how things work or fit (or don’t!) on the trip you have invested so much in. Use the philosophy of ‘getting fit to go walking’, rather than ‘going on a walk to get fit’, to avoid problems.