Alba, UNESCO Castle & Barolo Wine Tasting
Tour from Milan
Tour Highlights
- 👥 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
(Corner of Excelsior Hotel Gallia)
🕘 Meeting time: 08:55
Open in Google Maps📍 Bar Italia – Piazzale Lodi, 7
(In front of Bar Italia Milano)
🕘 Meeting time: 09:10
Open in Google MapsPrivate Tours Available
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
"This tour was a highlight of our trip to Milan! The wines we tasted were absolutely fantastic, and traveling in a small group made the whole experience feel more intimate and personal. Our guide was incredibly knowledgeable, which made the drive from Milan feel much shorter. Highly recommended!"
Written April 14, 2025"It was wonderful day we spent together with our tour guide Monica traveling through wine making areas off beaten path. She filled us with such an interesting cultural, historical and gastronomic information and experience! We visited several beautiful places like Alba city, Barolo area and Medieval Castle. High class wine testing impressed us with professionalism and passion of wine making. Comfortable travel in small group in the comfortable minibus and friendly atmosphere made this day unforgettable. Highly recommended trip experience. Thank you Monica!"
Written May 10, 2025"My husband and I went for this day trip in a super small group with one other family. The whole day was calm, well organised and away from the chaos of tourists. We got to experience the incredible beauty of the piedmont region of Italy with a stop off at probably the best restaurant we went to on our trip. The wine tasting was hosted by a lovely family run business and we had some great conversation at the end. Stefano was friendly and knowledgeable and he made sure that we were comfortable on the drive in 35 degree heat! If you visit northern Italy, I really recommend you try this day trip. You won't regret it! It was the highlight of our trip for sure!"
Written June 20, 2025"My wife and I were on our honeymoon in Italy and chose this tour—and we're so glad we did. It was the perfect way to explore Piedmont's wine country without the hassle of planning or worrying about driving. Our guide was super friendly, full of energy, and just a lot of fun to spend the day with. He had a ton of knowledge and local connections, which made each stop feel extra special. We got to explore the charming town of Alba, visit the Grinzane Cavour Castle (which was incredible), and of course, drink a lot of amazing wine—including Barolo, which was a huge highlight. Super easy, super fun, and honestly one of the best decisions we made on our honeymoon. We're very glad we chose this group and not a giant tourism company. Highly recommend to anyone looking for an unforgettable day in wine country."
Written April 19, 2025Frequently 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.
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.
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.
Due to some staircases and uneven terrain, this tour is not recommended for wheelchairs or strollers.
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.
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.
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.
Absolutely! Contact us at abroadstour@gmail.com or WhatsApp for custom pricing and commissions.
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Why Are Our Tours the Best Rated from Milan on TripAdvisor, Viator & GetYourGuide?
We are Oleg and Stefano. For years, we led large 50-person bilingual tours from Milan to Lake Como—long hours on a crowded bus, rushing through packed tourist spots. It was exhausting, impersonal, and simply not the experience we wanted to offer.
In 2023, we said "Enough!" and launched Abroads Tours to change the way people explore Italy.
Our tours are small and personal. Sure, you'll see the famous sights—but we also take you off the beaten path to peaceful villages and hidden gems that mass tourism misses.
Our guests keep giving us 5-star reviews because we deliver what big groups can't: authentic stories, deep local knowledge, and genuine connections with the people and places we visit.
Ready to experience Italy differently? Join us for a tour you'll never forget.
