A Food Journey Through Piedmont
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Piedmont in fall is a symphony of flavors and colors, its hills and forests turning orange and red against the quiet outline of the Alps as the season of harvest and abundance gets underway. Nebbiolo grapes are gathered to make the bold red wines of Barolo and Barbaresco; white and black truffles are unearthed from forest floors; and hazelnuts are glazed by pastry chefs to become marrons glacés. In the heart of the UNESCO-listed Langhe Hills, Alba honors its deep culinary roots, while nearby Bra is home to the Slow Food movement. Just to the east, Monferrato – Langhe’s earthier cousin – is also recognized by UNESCO, its hills dotted with villages, Romanesque chapels, and castles that speak to a noble rural past.
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For food lovers, Piedmont in northwest Italy is synonymous with wine and truffles, and the quality of both is reason enough to visit. The Slow Food movement was born here in the 1980s, and local produce can be sampled at both rural trattorias and Michelin-starred restaurants. The region is also known for its art, found at the Barolo Chapel, the remote hamlet of Borgata Lunetta, and the factories and palaces of newly vibrant Turin. The countryside, including the UNESCO-protected wine region of Langhe-Roero and Monferrato, and Lago Orta in the northeast, is ideal for hiking and biking.
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2 Piedmont – Thrill of the Hunt
Today, join a seasoned truffle hunter and his sharp-nosed dogs to search for Piedmont’s most prized culinary treasure. After the hunt, dive into the flavors and history of Alba, the heart of Italy’s truffle kingdom. Here, walk streets layered with Roman history, admire Baroque facades framing the 12th-century Romanesque cathedral, and look up at the medieval towers that once earned Alba the nickname "the town of one hundred towers."
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3 Piedmont – E-Biking Through Wine Country
Set out on an e-bike ride through the wine country of Langhe and Barlo, a gently undulating region of vineyards and hazel groves. Along the way, stop at Grinzane Cavour Castle, a UNESCO World Heritage Site and historic landmark. Farther down the path, pause for a tasting of the region’s distinctive reds at a prestigious winery.
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4 Piedmont – Celebrating Slow Food
Head to Bra for an exclusive culinary experience in the birthplace of the Slow Food movement. First, join your local host chef to select ingredients in the town market. Then, return to their family kitchen to prepare a classic regional dish while gaining insight into the Slow Food philosophy over a glass or two of the local wine.
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5 Piedmont – Wine and Cheese Farewell
Today, explore the history and traditions of the Monferrato region. In Canelli, visit a historic winery to delve into its UNESCO-listed limestone cellars lined with aging bottles of Moscato d’Asti. Finally, visit a renowned affineur to uncover the secrets that make Monferrato cheeses so distinctive.
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6 Depart Piedmont
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Tramp through the forest on a truffle-hunting adventure, tracking dogs as they sniff out the prized white truffles that have made the region famous
Jump on an e-bike and cruise past vineyards and hazel groves through the UNESCO-listed Langhe and Barolo wine regions
Don an apron for a hands-on cooking class in Bra – birthplace of the Slow Food movement – learning techniques passed down through generations
Descend into the limestone tuff tunnels of the UNESCO Underground Wine Cellars of Canelli – followed by a tasting with a local cheese affineur
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Tramp through the forest on a truffle-hunting adventure, tracking dogs as they sniff out the prized white truffles that have made the region famous
Jump on an e-bike and cruise past vineyards and hazel groves through the UNESCO-listed Langhe and Barolo wine regions
Don an apron for a hands-on cooking class in Bra – birthplace of the Slow Food movement – learning techniques passed down through generations
Descend into the limestone tuff tunnels of the UNESCO Underground Wine Cellars of Canelli – followed by a tasting with a local cheese affineur
Abercrombie & Kent, Well-Travelled Since 1962
We have been spinning dreams into remarkable adventures for discerning travellers for more than 60 years, ever since our founder pioneered the first modern luxury safari in Africa. Today we are the world’s leading travel company, taking guests to the earth’s wildest frontiers on all seven continents.
Travel Your Way
For six decades we have been refining the art of bespoke travel, showing every guest the world in a fresh light. We understand that every traveller is unique – tell our experts what you love doing and where you want to go, and we will create the trip of your dreams or match you to your ideal journey.
With You All The Way
Behind every A&K journey is an international support system of more than 2,500 staff, in 60 offices, in 35 countries, on all seven continents. Our on-the-ground “guardian angels” provide 24/7 support, and are there to hold your hand whenever you need it, so you can travel with confidence.
Travel Thoughtfully
We are all the guardians of our amazing planet, and we believe travel should be considered, mindful, responsible. A force for good. Every trip you book with us supports the initiatives of A&K Philanthropy, positively impacting communities and conservation efforts in the places where we travel.
The A&K Family
For all the world’s infinite wonders, it is our people that guests remember most. Our family of experts, from polar explorers to well-connected local guides, bring together their spark, knowledge, and care to make every A&K journey remarkable.
We understand better than anyone what it means to travel well. Since that inaugural safari on the wide-open plains of Kenya in 1962, Abercrombie & Kent has perfected the art of crafting superlative adventures. Our global network of experts pour heart, soul and astounding knowledge into every trip, dedicated to creating the journey of a lifetime, every time.
Our portfolio of journeys now spans all seven continents. However you want to travel, we can arrange it. Sail on an expedition ship to Antarctica, take the slow train through Peru, explore Africa’s greatest national parks on the ultimate private-jet-set safari. Join a group on a journey led by expert guides, or embark on the bespoke adventure of your dreams. Wherever you want to travel, A&K can take you there.
Small Group Journeys
Our guided journeys redefine the concept of the group tour, bringing together a select collective of like-minded souls seeking shared adventures – led by best-in-the-business experts who bring every destination to life.
Private Travel
Every private journey we create is unique. Tell us where you want to travel and we will craft your dream adventure; or be inspired by our collection of expertly designed Tailormade Journeys, customizable to suit you.
Cruises
Travelling by boat brings a fresh perspective on the world. Our voyages transport you to sensational and otherwise-inaccessible regions, whether that’s an intrepid polar expedition or a timeless river cruise along the Nile.
Private Jet
Flying privately opens up the farthest-flung corners of the world. Charter your own or join one of our private-jet group journeys by private jet – the most ambitious and awe-inspiring itineraries in modern adventure travel.
Safari
Abercrombie & Kent pioneered the first modern luxury safari in the 1960s, and today we continue to set the gold standard for wildlife adventures, with our own safari lodges in six countries in Africa.
About Abercrombie & Kent
For Life's Most Epic Adventures
From that first humble safari camp in 1962, Abercrombie & Kent has grown into the world’s leading experiential travel company, creating agenda-setting adventures in more than 100 countries. Today, our portfolio of places to stay encompasses safari lodges and mobile camps in countries across Africa, Private Estates to rent in Tuscany, elegant riverboats on the Nile and the Amazon.
Our global powerhouse of innovators – destination experts, brilliant local guides, specialists in science and culture, well-connected super-fixers – continually strive to seek out those truly original, exclusive experiences beyond the reach of most travellers.
We are committed to advancing travel as a force for good. Every journey booked with us helps support A&K Philanthropy initiatives, positively impacting local communities in the wilderness areas where we travel. Geoffrey Kent’s founding principles – that travel should be awe-inspiring, exciting, memorable and considered – remain our motivation today. And though we have grown into an international company spanning all seven continents, we still share that one same mission. To craft the adventure of a lifetime, every time.
About Abercrombie & Kent
For Life's Most Epic Adventures
From that first humble safari camp in 1962, Abercrombie & Kent has grown into the world’s leading experiential travel company, creating agenda-setting adventures in more than 100 countries. Today, our portfolio of places to stay encompasses safari lodges and mobile camps in countries across Africa, Private Estates to rent in Tuscany, elegant riverboats on the Nile and the Amazon.
Our global powerhouse of innovators – destination experts, brilliant local guides, specialists in science and culture, well-connected super-fixers – continually strive to seek out those truly original, exclusive experiences beyond the reach of most travellers.
We are committed to advancing travel as a force for good. Every journey booked with us helps support A&K Philanthropy initiatives, positively impacting local communities in the wilderness areas where we travel. Geoffrey Kent’s founding principles – that travel should be awe-inspiring, exciting, memorable and considered – remain our motivation today. And though we have grown into an international company spanning all seven continents, we still share that one same mission. To craft the adventure of a lifetime, every time.
