Piedmont and Verona Gourmet Experience
1-8 October 2026A journey for serious food and wine lovers
Enjoy the beautiful town of Verona and vine-covered hills of Piedmont along with truly memorable food and wine.
A journey for serious food and wine lovers
Enjoy the beautiful town of Verona and vine-covered hills of Piedmont along with truly memorable food and wine.
Ilene and Gary, from Our Italian Journey, will be your knowledgeable hosts for this eight-day Piedmont and Verona gourmet experience.
Having lived in Italy for many years, they know that the best moments almost always happen around the table. A long, relaxed lunch, a perfectly paired glass of wine, or that one dish you’ll still be talking about years from now – this is where Italy really comes to life. They’re excited to share this with you.
You’ll feel secure with Ilene and Gary guiding you through each experience, taking care of the details, and helping you settle into the rhythm of it all. No rushing, no guesswork – just time to enjoy the food, the wine, and the setting in a way that feels easy and memorable.
Think of them as your on-the-ground hosts – there to make sure you don’t just taste Italy, but truly experience it.
This small-group experience, with your own personal guides, is built around exceptional flavours, beautiful settings, and the kind of moments you remember long after you’ve returned home.
To ensure that you really get to taste some of the best food and wine Italy has to offer, you will stay in both the charming region of Piedmont and the stunning city of Verona. A perfect combination for any gourmand!
1-8 October 2026 Itinerary
Itinerary Piedmont
Some of Italy’s most renowned food and wine is born in Piedmont. This is the perfect place to visit for anyone who would like to sip Barolo in the town of the same name and sample delicious vitello tonnato and panna cotta in the region where the dishes originated.
1st October 2026
Transfer from Milan/Milan Malpensa
Settle in at stunning Villa Tiboldi, part of the Malvirà estate, surrounded by vineyards and views across the Roero hills.
On arrival, we ease straight into Piedmont life with a welcome glass of wine on the terrace before relaxing by the pool.
A delightful four-course dinner with carefully paired wines will be served in the villa’s charming restaurant.
Fri 2nd October
Breakfast at Villa Tiboldi
Step into the kitchen and learn how to make some of the delicious traditional dishes from Piedmont. When you return home you can treat family and friends to this wonderful food, sharing your Italian experience with them.
At a charming local farmhouse, you’ll learn how to prepare some of the region’s most iconic dishes with Raffaela, simple and tasty. Then sit down and enjoy everything you’ve made, paired with local wines.
Back at Villa Tiboldi, the evening is deliberately simple – local cheeses, cured meats and good wine.
Sat 3rd October
Breakfast at Villa Tiboldi
After a morning by the pool, we head to Boccondivino, the birthplace of the Slow Food movement, for an unforgettable four-course lunch with wines.
Later, we continue through the Barolo hills for a private vineyard visit, tasting some of the region’s most celebrated wines.
The day ends with a simple dinner back at Villa Tiboldi.
Sun 4th October
Breakfast at Villa Tiboldi
Enjoy a relaxed tour of Villa Tiboldi’s Malvirà estate, followed by a guided tasting of their impressive wines.
Early afternoon we’ll head into the lovely town of Alba, famous all over the world for black and white truffles. After wandering the streets there and making the most of some shopping time, great cafes and bars, we’ll have an authentic Italian pizza evening before returning to the villa.
Mon 5th October
Breakfast at Villa Tiboldi
Check out and comfortable private transfer to Verona.
Itinerary Verona
The stunning historic city of Verona, known as the ‘City of Love’ after Shakespeare based his tragic love story of Romeo and Juliet there, is a wonderful base for exploring the Valpoicella and Soave wine regions. Opera is also huge in Verona, with the famous Arena, actually older than Rome’s colosseum, being used as the main stage for many performances.
Mon 5th October
Settle in at comfortable Hotel Touring, right in the centre of beautiful Verona. Then get to know the city’s history and layout from the river Adige, which encircles the city. Expert rafters will take you on an amazing rafting tour of the city, naturally tasting a little wine along the way.
Sample some of the tasty typical dishes from the region in the evening at the delightful restaurant, Al Portico, located in an ancient building in the town centre.
Tue 6th October
Breakfast at Hotel Touring
Spend the morning exploring the charming streets and piazzas of Verona, possibly with some retail therapy.
Early afternoon you’ll be taken through the picturesque countryside of Veneto to the vineyard of Massimago. After spending an afternoon touring the cellars and wine tasting in the vineyard, you’ll enjoy a special five-course tasting menu, where most of the produce is home-grown, with wine pairing at the vineyard’s superb restaurant.
Wed 7th October
Breakfast at Hotel Touring
Verona is located only half an hour from Lake Garda, so after breakfast we’ll head to the lovely lakeside town of Lazise. Around lunchtime we’ll head to the gorgeous family run vineyard, Brunelli, to sample some wonderful Valpolicella and Amarone wines,accompanied by boards of appetizing local hams and cheeses.
In the evening we’ll visit one of Verona’s iconic restaurants for a delicious supper.
Thu 8th October
Breakfast Hotel Touring
Transfer from Verona to Milan/Milan Malpensa
Tailor-made
Let us tailor-make the perfect trip for you. Extend your stay or enjoy extra activities.
Price per person € 3675
The price of € 3675 is per person on double room accupancy and includes:
4 nights at Villa Tiboldi, Piedmont, in a double/twin room with breakfast and city tax.
3 nights at Hotel Touring, Verona, in a double/twin room with breakfast and city tax.
- Your own personal guides, Ilene and Gary, accompanying you throughout the trip
- Private return transfer from/to Milan Malpensa Airport
- All necessary transport during the programme
- Courses, vists and tastings according to the programme
- Lunches and dinners according to the programme
- 1/2 bottle of wine included per person per meal
- water and coffee and all service charges included
Group Size
This exclusive tour is designed for a small group of 6 to 14 guests, ensuring a personal and relaxed atmosphere throughout the trip. The tour will be confirmed once a minimum of 6 guests have booked.
Programme & Venues
The programme may vary slightly from the given itinerary depending on weather or situations outside our control.
Additional costs: single room, extra transfers and additional activities.
This price does NOT include flights to/from Italy.
Get in touch for full details and availability.
This small-group experience, with your own personal guides, is built around exceptional flavours, beautiful settings, and the kind of moments you remember long after you’ve returned home.
To ensure that you really get to taste some of the best food and wine Italy has to offer, you will stay in both the charming region of Piedmont and the stunning city of Verona. A perfect combination for any gourmand!
Ilene and Gary, from Our Italian Journey, will be your knowledgeable hosts for this eight-day Piedmont and Verona gourmet experience.
Having lived in Italy for many years, they know that the best moments almost always happen around the table. A long, relaxed lunch, a perfectly paired glass of wine, or that one dish you’ll still be talking about years from now – this is where Italy really comes to life. They’re excited to share this with you.
You’ll feel secure with Ilene and Gary guiding you through each experience, taking care of the details, and helping you settle into the rhythm of it all. No rushing, no guesswork – just time to enjoy the food, the wine, and the setting in a way that feels easy and memorable.
Think of them as your on-the-ground hosts – there to make sure you don’t just taste Italy, but truly experience it.
1-8 October 2026 Itinerary
Itinerary Piedmont
Some of Italy’s most renowned food and wine is born in Piedmont. This is the perfect place to visit for anyone who would like to sip Barolo in the town of the same name and sample delicious vitello tonnato and panna cotta in the region where the dishes originated.
1st October 2026
Transfer from Milan/Milan Malpensa
Settle in at stunning Villa Tiboldi, part of the Malvirà estate, surrounded by vineyards and views across the Roero hills.
On arrival, we ease straight into Piedmont life with a welcome glass of wine on the terrace before relaxing by the pool.
A delightful four-course dinner with carefully paired wines will be served in the villa’s charming restaurant.
Fri 2nd October
Breakfast at Villa Tiboldi
Step into the kitchen and learn how to make some of the delicious traditional dishes from Piedmont. When you return home you can treat family and friends to this wonderful food, sharing your Italian experience with them.
At a charming local farmhouse, you’ll learn how to prepare some of the region’s most iconic dishes with Raffaela, simple and tasty. Then sit down and enjoy everything you’ve made, paired with local wines.
Back at Villa Tiboldi, the evening is deliberately simple – local cheeses, cured meats and good wine.
Sat 3rd October
Breakfast at Villa Tiboldi
After a morning by the pool, we head to Boccondivino, the birthplace of the Slow Food movement, for an unforgettable four-course lunch with wines.
Later, we continue through the Barolo hills for a private vineyard visit, tasting some of the region’s most celebrated wines.
The day ends with a simple dinner back at Villa Tiboldi.
Sun 4th October
Breakfast at Villa Tiboldi
Enjoy a relaxed tour of Villa Tiboldi’s Malvirà estate, followed by a guided tasting of their impressive wines.
Early afternoon we’ll head into the lovely town of Alba, famous all over the world for black and white truffles. After wandering the streets there and making the most of some shopping time, great cafes and bars, we’ll have an authentic Italian pizza evening before returning to the villa.
Mon 5th October
Breakfast at Villa Tiboldi
Check out and comfortable private transfer to Verona.
Itinerary Verona
The stunning historic city of Verona, known as the ‘City of Love’ after Shakespeare based his tragic love story of Romeo and Juliet there, is a wonderful base for exploring the Valpoicella and Soave wine regions. Opera is also huge in Verona, with the famous Arena, actually older than Rome’s colosseum, being used as the main stage for many performances.
Mon 5th October
Settle in at comfortable Hotel Touring, right in the centre of beautiful Verona. Then get to know the city’s history and layout from the river Adige, which encircles the city. Expert rafters will take you on an amazing rafting tour of the city, naturally tasting a little wine along the way.
Sample some of the tasty typical dishes from the region in the evening at the delightful restaurant, Al Portico, located in an ancient building in the town centre.
Tue 6th October
Breakfast at Hotel Touring
Spend the morning exploring the charming streets and piazzas of Verona, possibly with some retail therapy.
Early afternoon you’ll be taken through the picturesque countryside of Veneto to the vineyard of Massimago. After spending an afternoon touring the cellars and wine tasting in the vineyard, you’ll enjoy a special five-course tasting menu, where most of the produce is home-grown, with wine pairing at the vineyard’s superb restaurant.
Wed 7th October
Breakfast at Hotel Touring
Verona is located only half an hour from Lake Garda, so after breakfast we’ll head to the lovely lakeside town of Lazise. Around lunchtime we’ll head to the gorgeous family run vineyard, Brunelli, to sample some wonderful Valpolicella and Amarone wines,accompanied by boards of appetizing local hams and cheeses.
In the evening we’ll visit one of Verona’s iconic restaurants for a delicious supper.
Thu 8th October
Breakfast Hotel Touring
Transfer from Verona to Milan/Milan Malpensa
Tailor-made
Let us tailor-make the perfect trip for you. Extend your stay or enjoy extra activities.
Price per person € 3675
The price of € 3675 is per person on double room accupancy and includes:
4 nights at Villa Tiboldi, Piedmont, in a double/twin room with breakfast and city tax.
3 nights at Hotel Touring, Verona, in a double/twin room with breakfast and city tax.
- Your own personal guides, Ilene and Gary, accompanying you throughout the trip
- Private return transfer from/to Milan Malpensa Airport
- All necessary transport during the programme
- Courses, vists and tastings according to the programme
- Lunches and dinners according to the programme
- 1/2 bottle of wine included per person per meal
- water and coffee and all service charges included
Group Size
This exclusive tour is designed for a small group of 6 to 14 guests, ensuring a personal and relaxed atmosphere throughout the trip. The tour will be confirmed once a minimum of 6 guests have booked.
Programme & Venues
The programme may vary slightly from the given itinerary depending on weather or situations outside our control.
Additional costs: single room, extra transfers and additional activities.
This price does NOT include flights to/from Italy.
Get in touch for full details and availability.