Northwestern Italy: Piedmont & the Italian Riviera
Spend seven nights exploring Italy’s Piedmont region and the Ligurian coast, a pairing that brings together historic cities, vineyard landscapes, and seaside towns. Begin with three nights in Turin, Piedmont’s capital, where guided visits highlight the city’s baroque architecture and the Royal Palace of Turin, once home to the Savoy kings. Venture into the Langhe countryside to visit small towns set among rolling vineyards, with time for a winery lunch and tasting. Continue to Genoa for a guided walk through its historic center before settling into Sestri Levante for four nights. From there, explore the Italian Riviera, including Cinque Terre National Park and Portofino, and take part in a hands-on cooking lesson focused on classic Italian dishes. Throughout the journey, a Travel Director and local experts guide the experience, with well-located hotels and dinners that include wine, creating a relaxed and well-supported small-group program.