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I am a local wine maker and owner of a winery. I was born here in one of Italy's most famous wine regions in Piemonte. I offer private and personalized wine tours from Milan. My tours will give you the chance to explore some of Italy's most genuine and authentic wineries. I have turned my passion for making wine into teaching and sharing my love of wine with people from all over the world.
Price: $603.41
Duration: 9 hours
Private tour lead by Sommelier. Visit to the Monferrato and Langa vineyards, in the Unesco territory. Visit to the cellars, to the wine aging cellar, and wine tasting with combinations of typical products. See you there!
Price: $54.31
Duration: 2 hours
This is a wine tour to discover Monferrato: one of the most suggestive and less touristic areas of Piedmont, rich in history and great wines. The first stop will be a small natural winery in the area where I will introduce you to the oenologist and producer who will guide you, together with me, to discover his cellar, his wines and his production philosophy. After the first visit you will have lunch in a traditional restaurant selected by me where you can discover typical Piedmontese dishes enjoying the tranquility of the local atmosphere. After a relaxing lunch break we will leave for another traditional winery where, after listening to the story of the rediscovery of an ancient native variety, we will visit an ancient underground cellar and together with the producer we will taste their most classic wines. During the day we will have the opportunity to walk along scenic roads admiring fascinating corners of Monferrato and discovering small hidden treasures of Piedmont.
Price: $253.43
Duration: 7 hours
Immerse yourself in a private dining experience at a local's home, enjoy an exclusive show cooking and taste authentic recipes from Asti treasured in family cookbooks passed down by real Italian Mammas. Feel the warmth of Italian hospitality as you connect with local people. Enjoy a 4-course menu including starter, pasta, main course with side dish, dessert with drinks included (water, selection of red and white wines from regional cellars and coffee). This experience is held by Cesarine: Italy’s oldest network of 1000+ home cooks all over the country in more than 500 cities. They are passionate and welcoming hosts that open the doors of their own homes to curious travellers for immersive culinary experiences.
Price: $126.72
Duration: 2 hours
This is a unique wine experience designed to help you truly understand the Langhe region and its wines, guided by a local winemaker and winery owner. During the tour, you will explore the landscape and discover how different soil types, vineyard exposure, and grape varieties influence the wines of this part of Piedmont. Particular attention is given to how viticulture has evolved in recent decades in response to climate change. The experience continues with visits to local wineries, where you will meet the producers, walk through their cellars, and learn about their production techniques. Of course, the tour concludes with tastings of some of the region’s most distinctive wines, shared directly with the people who produce them.
Price: $283.60
Duration: 7 hours
Immerse yourself in a private pasta-making class at a local's home, learn the secrets of the region's most famous pasta dishes and taste the fruit of your labour accompanied by a glass of local wine. During the lesson, the local home cook will reveal the tricks of the trade of 3 authentic regional pasta recipes. Have fun putting your cooking skills to the test. Each participant will have a workstation equipped with utensils and all the ingredients to make the dishes. Then, taste everything you have prepared accompanied by a selection of red and white local wines. This experience is held by Cesarine: Italy’s oldest network of 1000+ home cooks all over the country in more than 500 cities. They are passionate and welcoming hosts that open the doors of their own homes to curious travellers for immersive culinary experiences.
Price: $176.62
Duration: 3 hours
Enjoy a guided tour of the Palace of Venaria, a UNESCO World Heritage Site known for its stunning Baroque architecture. Meet your guide outside the ticket office of the Palace of Venaria and begin your exploration of the historic residence of the House of Savoy. Be amazed by the elegant and luxurious Baroque interiors of the palace. Walk across the enchanting Hall of Diana and admire the splendor of the Great Gallery. Continue to the Church of Sant'Uberto and the well-known Bucentaur. Admire the spectacular Fountain of the Stag in the Court of Honor. Throughout the tour of the palace, learn more about the history of the Savoy dynasty who once lived there, and the palace's subsequent uses throughout the centuries.
Price: $59.13
Duration: 2 hours
Immerse yourself in a private cooking class at the Cesarina's home, learn the secrets of the most famous dishes of Asti cuisine and taste the fruit of your labour accompanied by a glass of local wine. During the lesson the Cesarina will reveal the tricks of the trade of 3 authentic regional recipes. Have fun putting your cooking skills to the test. Each participant will have a workstation equipped with utensils and all the ingredients to make the dishes. Then, taste everything you have prepared accompanied by a selection of red and white local wines. Le Cesarine is Italy’s oldest network of 600+ home cooks all over the country in more than 120 cities. They are passionate and welcoming hosts that open the doors of their own homes to curious travellers for immersive culinary experiences.
Price: $174.99
Duration: 3 hours
Want a day of tranquility and inner peace? Doing Yoga with me has never been so pleasant and fun! You can practice in my cozy studio or outdoors where you will be surrounded by the lush vegetation that mother nature has given us. You will find a deep contact with yourself to be able to relax completely surrounded by the wonderful hills of Langhe Roero and Monferrato.
Price: $48.27
Duration: 1 hours
This tour will be led by a Sommelier. You will visit the Monferrato and Langa vineyards, in the Unesco territory. You will visit the cellars, the wine aging room, and there will be a short tasting with combinations of typical products. See you there!
Price: $42.24
Duration: 2 hours
Don't lose the opportunity to become a "pizzaiolo" (pizza-maker) and a great tiramisu maker! Enter a local home, connect with an expert home cook and discover how Italian mamma and nonnas used to prepare awesome pizza at home. With this private hands-on cooking class, you will learn how to make pizza and tiramisù from scratch from a real Italian family. To complete your feast, enjoy what you have prepared for lunch or dinner with a selection of local wine included. Have fun putting your cooking skills to the test and amaze your friends and family with a pizza party once you come back home! This experience is suitable for families with children of all ages. Le Cesarine is Italy’s oldest network of home cooks all over the country in more than 120 cities. They are passionate and welcoming hosts that open the doors of their own homes to curious travellers for immersive culinary experiences.
Price: $174.99
Duration: 3 hours
We will start our day in the historical center of Neive, a small medieval hilltop town. One of the towns of the Barbaresco wine area and one of Italy’s top 5 most beautiful hilltop villages. We will sit down in a caffè with a warm beverage of your choice and will go over the area with the local maps to give a better idea of the regions, the grapes, the winemaking process, and what we will be tasting throughout the day. From there we will take a beautiful drive through the the hilly roadways that are covered in vines that brings us to our first winery stop, where we will see the wine making process, talk about some family history, and a taste of some of the family’s most precious wines. After we will stop in a medieval village for lunch at a small local spot, before heading to our second winery visit. We will then after, head back to our meeting point where you will be free to enjoy an aperitivo or dinner after the tour. The start time is at 9.30 and the end time is at 17.00
Price: $331.88
Duration: 7 hours
Together, we will explore the Piedmontese culinary tradition through a Tuscan lens, blending the techniques and flavors of two renowned Italian regions. We will prepare traditional tajarin, ravioli del plin, and the typical pici senesi, following authentic regional recipes. You will learn to make two distinct doughs: one with eggs for the Piedmontese pasta and one without eggs for the pici. Each preparation will be enriched by learning specific techniques, such as the delicate “plin” for the ravioli and the handmade method for the pici. The course will conclude with a seasonal dessert, completing the culinary experience with a sweet touch that reflects local tradition. A unique opportunity to discover the roots and secrets of two extraordinary culinary traditions, learning how to enhance fresh ingredients and create dishes that tell stories and flavors of authentic cuisine.
Price: $90.51
Duration: 4 hours
Tour led by Sommelier. Visit to the Monferrato and Langa vineyards, in the territory of UNESCO. Visit to the cellars, to the wine aging room, and short tasting with combinations of typical products. See you there!
Price: $42.24
Duration: 1 hours
This experience is designed to help you discover the Langhe region and its wines, guided by a local winemaker and winery owner. The tour focuses on understanding the territory through its vineyards and landscapes, highlighting how soil types, vineyard exposure, and grape varieties influence the wines of this part of Piedmont. Particular attention is given to how viticulture has evolved in recent decades in response to climate change. The experience includes visits to local wineries, where you will meet the producers, explore their cellars, and learn about their production techniques. Tastings of several wines and vintages complete the visit, offering a direct and authentic connection to the region and its wines.
Price: $295.67
Duration: 8-9 hours
Enjoy 3 hours guided experience and together with an expert tour guide discover the magnificent Reggia of Venaria, UNESCO World Heritage site. Explore this palace and you will admire the real Baroque art. While strolling around, be amazed by the elegant and luxurious furnishings preserved. Furthermore you will walk across the enchanting Hall of Diana made by Amedeo Castellamonte as well as you will be suprised by the Great Gallery. Be prepared to make your best pictures of it! Continue your guided tour to the amazing complex of Juvarra: be amazed by the church and the well-known Bucentaur and the spectacular Fountain of the Stag in the Court of Honor. Do not miss the unique chance to make a jump into the past throughout the history of the last Italian Royal Family of Savoy.
Price: $96.43
Duration: 3 hours
We dedicate the experience to small groups of people, to allow them to interact personally. You can taste the most famous wines of the area in one of the most prestigious cellars
Price: $96.55
Duration: 3 hours
You can't visit Italy without trying at least one pasta dish... So, we'll teach you two! Learn how to roll 'sfoglia' (fresh pasta) by hand and how to prepare 2 simple different kinds of pasta (filled pasta + fresh pasta) from scratch with your Cesarina. As the icing on the cake you will learn to prepare also the iconic Tiramisu. Share your passion for the Italian cuisine as you make new friends in this hands-on cooking class. It's a great way to truly experience Italian culture. • Learn to roll 'sfoglia' (fresh pasta) by hand • Learn to make 2 iconic pasta types • Learn to make the iconic tiramisu • Small-group cooking class with a maximum of 12 people. Share your passion for the Italian cuisine with other lovely guests • Enjoy an Italian Aperitivo to warm-up Le Cesarine is Italy’s oldest network of home cooks all over the country. They are welcoming hosts that open the doors of their own homes to curious travellers for immersive culinary experiences.
Price: $162.92
Duration: 3 hours
Key Info for Visitors
- Currency: EUR
- Languages: Italian, English, French (commonly spoken by tourists)
- Climate: Mediterranean
- Timezone: Europe/Rome
- Population: Approximately 76,000 residents
- Best Time to Visit: best time to visit Asti is from May to October when the weather is mild and festivals are active.
- Visa Requirements Visitors from the EU, UK, and US generally do not require a visa for short stays in Asti as it is part of the Schengen Area. Citizens from many countries enjoy visa-free access for tourism up to 90 days. Others may obtain a Schengen visa prior to arrival. Some nationalities can apply for an e-visa or visa on arrival depending on bilateral agreements. It is recommended to check specific requirements based on nationality before travel.
About Asti
Asti is a charming city in the Piedmont region of Italy, celebrated for its historic architecture, vibrant wine culture, and lively festivals. Nestled among rolling hills and vineyards, Asti offers visitors a unique blend of medieval heritage and gastronomic delights. Its narrow cobblestone streets lead to stunning Romanesque churches, elegant palaces, and bustling piazzas that showcase authentic Italian life. The city is especially famous for its sparkling Asti Spumante wine, attracting wine enthusiasts worldwide. Annual events like the Palio di Asti, a historic horse race dating back to the 13th century, add to its cultural allure. Visitors can enjoy wine tastings, explore local markets, and savor traditional Piedmontese cuisine. Asti’s welcoming atmosphere and scenic surroundings make it an ideal destination for travelers seeking a blend of history, culture, and culinary excellence.
Asti Tours & Experiences
- Top Attractions: Highlights of Piedmont & Liguria
- Duration Range: 2 to 10 hours
- Group Size: Private or shared tours
- Difficulty Level: All Comfort Levels
- Recommended For: The best time to visit Asti is from May to October when the weather is mild and festivals are active. Pack comfortable walking shoes, light clothing for summer, and a jacket for cooler evenings. Respect local customs such as greeting with a polite "buongiorno" and dressing modestly when visiting churches. Asti is safe for tourists, but usual precautions apply. Credit cards are widely accepted, but carrying some cash is advisable for small purchases and markets.
Average Tour Price: $65
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Highest Price Tour: $200
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Top Attractions
1. Cathedral of Asti (Duomo di Asti) – A stunning example of Gothic and Romanesque architecture with beautiful frescoes and a rich history. 2. Palazzo Mazzetti – A Baroque palace housing art collections and exhibitions reflecting Asti’s cultural heritage. 3. Torre Troyana – A medieval tower offering panoramic views of the city and surrounding vineyards. 4. Piazza San Secondo – The main square featuring historic buildings, cafes, and the Church of San Secondo. 5. Museo Paleontologico Territoriale – A museum showcasing local fossils and natural history, ideal for families and science enthusiasts.
Popular Activities
Visitors to Asti can indulge in wine tours and tastings at nearby vineyards, participate in the Palio di Asti festival if visiting in September, explore the historic city center on foot or by bike, and enjoy local markets and artisan shops. Cooking classes focusing on Piedmontese cuisine and guided cultural tours are also popular. For outdoor enthusiasts, hiking and cycling through the scenic Langhe hills provide memorable experiences.
Frequently Asked Questions
Local Food & Cuisine
Asti’s cuisine is deeply rooted in Piedmontese traditions, known for rich flavors and quality ingredients. Signature dishes include agnolotti pasta, bagna cauda (a warm garlic and anchovy dip), and brasato al Barolo (beef braised in Barolo wine). The city is famous for its hazelnuts and truffles, often featured in local recipes. Dining customs emphasize slow meals enjoyed with wine. Noteworthy restaurants include Osteria Il Boaro and Ristorante Antica Torre, both offering authentic regional dishes paired with local wines.
Getting Around
Asti is accessible by train from major cities like Turin and Milan, making it convenient for travelers. The city center is compact and best explored on foot. Local buses provide connections within the city and to nearby towns. Taxi services are available but limited. For exploring the surrounding countryside, renting a car is recommended. Transportation costs are generally moderate, with affordable public transit options.
Travel Tips
The best time to visit Asti is from May to October when the weather is mild and festivals are active. Pack comfortable walking shoes, light clothing for summer, and a jacket for cooler evenings. Respect local customs such as greeting with a polite "buongiorno" and dressing modestly when visiting churches. Asti is safe for tourists, but usual precautions apply. Credit cards are widely accepted, but carrying some cash is advisable for small purchases and markets.
Culture & Customs
Asti’s culture is characterized by strong community ties, traditional festivals, and a passion for food and wine. The Palio di Asti is a major cultural event featuring medieval costumes and horse racing. Social customs include warm greetings, appreciation for good food, and respect for historical traditions. Visitors should be mindful of quiet hours in residential areas and show respect when attending religious sites. Family and local festivals play a central role in social life.
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