Barolo and La Morra day trip with wine cathedrals and tasting

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Your day starts in Milan, where you'll meet your guide and travel comfortably towards the Barolo wine region. As you leave the city behind, the scenery gradually changes into rolling hills dotted with vineyards and small historic villages.The first stop is a panoramic viewpoint in La Morra, one of Piedmont's most recognisable landscapes and part of the UNESCO World Heritage Site of Vineyard Landscape of Piedmont. A short walk brings you to a terrace overlooking the Barolo vineyards, with time to take photos and enjoy the view.You'll then continue to the village of Barolo, known as the birthplace of the wine that shares its name. Surrounded by vineyards, the town has a relaxed atmosphere, with wine shops, cafés and quiet corners to explore. You'll have free time for lunch and to experience daily life in the village at your own pace.In the afternoon, the tour takes you underground to the wine cathedrals, also part of a UNESCO World Heritage Site. These large, cathedral-like spaces carved into the ground are used to age wine in carefully controlled conditions, creating a distinctive setting where winemaking, architecture and local tradition come together.The experience ends with a guided tasting of selected local wines, including Barolo. Afterwards, you'll return to Milan by coach, arriving in the early evening.
Highlights
- You'll visit underground cellars carved deep into the earth and a celebrated viewpoint above the Barolo vineyards
- There will be free time to choose where to have lunch and experience the village of Barolo without fixed schedules
- You'll taste prestigious wines from the Barolo area, including Barolo and Nebbiolo-based wines, guided by experts
- Round-trip transportation makes this an effortless escape from the city into one of Italy's most iconic wine regions
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Facilities
Free cancellation
mobile
11 hours
Available in English, Spanish
What's included
- Entrance fees
- Guided tour
- Wine tasting
- Transportation in air-conditioned vehicle
Not included
- Tips (optional)
- Hotel pick-up/drop-off
- Lunch
Where you'll meet
Meet your guide at P.za IV Novembre – Stazione Centrale (M2, M3). Please arrive at the meeting point at least 15 minutes before the tour starts.
Operated by
Wander Italy Srl
Important information
Accessibility:
* Not suitable for individuals with severe mobility limitations or wheelchair users
* Not suitable for guests with claustrophobia
Know in advance:
* Wine tasting is available to guests aged 18 and over
* This tour is led by a bilingual guide in English and Spanish
* The itinerary may be subject to minor changes due to weather conditions, traffic, or other unforeseen circumstances
* The tour runs rain or shine, and in case of extreme weather, adjustments may be made for safety reasons
Remember to bring:
* Comfortable shoes suitable for short walks and cobbled streets
* A light jacket or sweater, as underground cellars can be cool even in summer
* Sunglasses, a hat, and sunscreen for hilltop stops
* A valid ID for wine tasting verification