Alba, UNESCO Castle & Barolo Wine Tasting Tour from Milan
Tour Highlights
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👥 Very small group – Max 19 people
🚌 Transport in private AC van from Milan included
📍 Meet at Centrale FS (10 minutes subway ride from the Duomo square)
✅ Sip six exquisite wines at a charming family-run winery nestled among breathtaking rolling hills
🕐 The most and best-rated wine tasting tour from Milan on Tripadvisor and GetYourGuide
Why This Tour Is Unique
Discover the real Italian wine country — far from crowds, clichés, and mass tourism.
🏰 Step back in time – explore Alba's medieval charm and a UNESCO-listed castle
🚐 Hassle-free escape – easy day trip from Milan with expert local guides
⭐ Top-rated everywhere – loved on Tripadvisor, GetYourGuide, and Viator
🗣️ English only – no bilingual delays, no confusion
🤝 Real connections – personal stories, insider access, meaningful moments
🍷 Run by locals – no big corporations, just real people who love what they do
What You'll Experience
🍫 Alba – Truffle Capital of the World
Discover Alba — the gastronomic heart of Piedmont, internationally renowned for its white truffles, artisanal chocolate, and premium hazelnuts.
This isn't a place for tour buses or souvenir stalls. Alba is reserved, refined, and blissfully untouched by mass tourism — a destination that rewards those with a taste for authenticity and elegance.
Meander through quiet, cobblestone streets framed by medieval towers and noble townhouses. Browse curated food boutiques, truffle specialists, and family-run pasticcerias that have perfected their craft for generations.
🍷 A Family-Run Winery with 6 Top Wines
Savor 6 exceptional wines — including the iconic Barolo — at a boutique, family-owned estate surrounded by the quiet beauty of the Langhe hills.
This is not a commercial stop. It's an intimate, curated tasting experience hosted by the winemakers themselves — a family with deep roots in Barolo's terroir and traditions.
You'll be welcomed as a guest, not a tourist. Each glass reveals the elegance, complexity, and passion that define Piedmont's finest reds — guided by people who live and breathe this land.
🏰 A UNESCO Castle & a Glass of Wine with a View
Step into Grinzane Cavour — a perfectly preserved 11th-century castle rising above the rolling vineyards of the Langhe.
This UNESCO World Heritage Site isn't just a castle — it's a celebration of Piedmont's wine legacy. Inside, you'll find vaulted stone halls, noble history, and the region's oldest enoteca: a curated collection of Barolo and Barbaresco beneath centuries-old beams.
Then comes the moment to pause. A hand-picked glass of wine, a quiet terrace, and panoramic views stretching across some of Italy's most prestigious vineyards.
🍽️ Taste Real Italian Food – The Way It's Meant to Be
In Alba, cuisine isn't a meal — it's heritage. Every dish tells a story, and every ingredient is a celebration of local excellence.
This is the birthplace of the Slow Food movement, where white truffles are revered like diamonds and hazelnuts become culinary treasures. Forget the tourist menus and factory-made flavors — here, you'll enjoy seasonal, artisanal dishes crafted by chefs who treat cooking as an art.
Comfortable round-trip A/C transport from Milan with a professional driver
Visit to a carefully selected family-run winery cellar
English-speaking local expert tour guide
Walking tours in beautiful Alba
Free time for food, wine tasting, and shopping
Optional truffle and hazelnut tastings (ask your guide)
Small group experience with a balanced, well-planned itinerary
Meals — choose your favorites along the way
Hotel pickup — meet at the meeting point for a smooth start
Meeting Points
📍 Milan Centrale FS
Piazza IV Novembre, 6, 20124 Milano MI
🕘 Meeting time: 8:55 vorm.
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Experience a fully private tour in a luxury van — starting at €1,299 for up to 4 guests. The van accommodates a maximum of 7 guests.
For personalized quotes and flexible itineraries for larger groups, or to book your private tour, please email us or send us a WhatsApp message.
Frequently Asked Questions
Yes! From Milan, we can privately arrange the Oltrepò Pavese wine tasting tour—famous for Pinot Noir—and the Amarone wine tasting tour combined with Verona or Lake Garda.
For group tours, Barolo is the best option from Milan: no traffic, a peaceful, non-touristy area, and truly amazing food and landscapes.
Absolutely! This tour is perfect for beginners. You'll learn the secrets behind one of Italy's best red wines—Barolo—plus enjoy other delicious wines like fruity Barbera and refreshing white wines ideal for summer or aperitivo.
Due to some staircases and uneven terrain, this tour is not recommended for wheelchairs or strollers.
For private tours, hotel pickup and drop-off are included. For group tours, our meeting point is easy to reach by subway—just a 10-minute ride from Duomo Square—or by taxi/Uber.
Yes! Cancel free of charge up to 24 hours before your tour.
Plus, here's something unique: if you don't show up, we still refund 25%—no questions asked.
Yes, we use Rezdy.com—one of the safest booking platforms for tours and activities.
Your payment is encrypted and 100% secure.
Booking directly with us means you always pay the lowest available price—guaranteed.
If you find our tour listed for less elsewhere, simply show us and we'll refund you double the difference (valid only for direct bookings on our website).
And beyond the savings, you're supporting a passionate local business—not a big corporation.
Yes! Reserve your spot now and pay nothing until 48 hours before the tour starts. Just select "zero deposit" when booking.
Rain is rare in Alba and the Piedmont region, and Nebbiolo grapes need a dry climate.
A few raindrops only make the vineyard hills more magical. Just bring comfortable shoes and suitable clothing.
Absolutely! Contact us at abroadstour@gmail.com or WhatsApp for custom pricing and commissions.
Of course! We specialize in small private tours tailored just for you. Whether it's wine tastings at multiple wineries, a gourmet lunch at a top restaurant, or even truffle hunting, we'll customize everything to your wishes. Pickup and drop off are included
Experience a fully private tour in a luxury van — starting at €1,299 for up to 4 guests. The van accommodates a maximum of 7 guests.
For personalized quotes and flexible itineraries for larger groups, or to book your private tour, please email us or send us a WhatsApp message.
Customer Reviews (2023)
"Chiara was amazing. So sweet and genuine. She made sure that we knew how to get around and had a great balance of exploration and explaining the history of everything. Would recommend to a friend… or maybe way more than one friend!"
"Kia was amazing and very attentive with our questions and needs. She not only accommodated us, as we arrive late, but she also gave us suggestions and help on places to eat, how to move around the train station and very good at making sure her whole group didn’t get lost."
"Our tour guide Naji was fantastic, hit a perfect blend of information while keeping the trip relaxing which is just what we were looking for. All the stops were well thought out and lots of time for sightseeing and doing your own thing, the gorge walk was definitely a highlight! Communication from the tour group was also clear in terms of meeting points and timing so no extra stress."
"We had a fantastic day trip to Lake Como and Lugano with Julia as our guide. She was incredibly informative, kind, and friendly, which made the experience even more enjoyable. The small group setting allowed for a personal and relaxed atmosphere, and we loved visiting places that felt authentic rather than touristy. So special! The itinerary was perfectly balanced with plenty of free time, never rushed, and the comfortable train ride added a relaxing touch to the day. Julia also gave us great food suggestions for lunch, which were delicious. Communication with the tour company was easy, making the whole process stress-free. Overall, this was a wonderfully organized trip with stunning scenery, thoughtful planning, and an outstanding guide. Highly recommended!"
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