italian lakes and mountains:
summer in the valle d’aosta & piedmont
Our journey to the northwestern corner of Italy takes us to places not frequented by tourists. This is a land of breathtaking natural beauty and long, complex histories. It is a place of grand wines and those more humble, with rich and complex cuisine, memorable architectural, and cultural landmarks.
Upcoming Dates:
June 20-27, 2027
We begin and end in Milan. Over the eight days and seven nights between, we travel from the shores of Lago Maggiore to the noble city of Turin and from the vineyards of Carema to the highest point on the European continent, Mont Blanc. We visit cheese caves and wine cellars, have home-cooked meals with the producers, and dine at the tables of Michelin-starred chefs. We experience world-renowned collections of antiquities as well as modern and contemporary art and stroll the streets of both lesser-known villages and noble cities. Along the way there will be time for hiking and for moments of relaxation and recovery.
Experiences
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WITH THE PRODUCER
Visits with wine producers Danilo Thomain, the singular vigneron of the rare wine of Enfer d’Arvier; the Conti sisters of Castello Conti; the Pavese family, growers of the singular Blanc de Morgex & de La Salle white wine; the Rovellotti estate in Ghemme; and the grand estate of Monsecco in Gattinara.
WORLD-CLASS ART: TURIN
With expert guides, visit the artifacts of the Egyptian Museum and the collections of Castello di Rivoli, known for its extensive collection of contemporary art housed in a former Savoy palace.
UNFORGETTABLE STAYS
Enjoy luxurious lodging at the legendary Principi di Piemonte in Turin, Villa Aminta on Lago Maggiore, and Relais Mont Blanc near Mont Blanc, as well as time at the spa facilities and thermal baths of the village of Pré Saint Didier.
BREATHTAKING VISTAS
You’ll be near the top of the world at the summit of Mont Blanc via the Skyway.