What to do in Oltrepò Pavese: the 10 best activities

Horseback riding among the Langhe vineyards is ideal for those who love hilly views and vineyards. The trip is scheduled to start from San Marzano Oliveto. The excursion crosses the hills of Monferrato and proceeds mostly on dirt trails, beautiful to ride on horseback.

The stable is close (less than an hour's drive) to Asti, Alessandria and is just over an hour from Cuneo and Turin.

Group horseback riding is ideal for friends or even families with children; in fact, from age 8 and up, you can ride the pony. The age of the child should be communicated by phone to the guide once the confirmation of the reservation request has been received.

Walk with aperitif:

From San Marzano Oliveto, in the province of Asti, you will stroll through scenic vineyards and breathtaking landscapes, surrounded by the majestic backdrop of the Alps. There will be a chance to visit an agritourism in the area, where an aperitif will be served with two glasses of wine per person and mixed platters of cured meats and cold cuts.

Recommended attire for horseback riding tours includes closed shoes and long pants.

The horseback ride is suitable for beginners and first-time horseback riders; professional equestrian guides will accompany you on this wonderful adventure.

The experience cannot be done by pregnant women.

In case of motor difficulties please notify the facility once your reservation is confirmed

The walk lasts about 2 hours and ends with the return to the riding school.

The maximum weight limit for users is 100 kg .

If there are any delays please notify us. If the delay lasts longer than 15 minutes, the activity will not be guaranteed and the activity will no longer be refundable.

The tasting and visit to the Infernot cellars in Monferrato takes place in Cella Monte, which joined the Borghi più Belli d'Italia (Italy's Most Beautiful Villages) in 2018 and includes: a visit to the historic winery and the infernot, followed by a tasting of four wines and a small platter of cured meats, cheeses and bruschetta.

The infernot are underground caves dug by hand, which allowed the Monferrato territory to become a UNESCO World Heritage Site along with the Langhe and Roero territories in 2014.

The visit concludes with a tasting of four wines produced by the winery accompanied by a small cutting board of local products and breadsticks. For the cutting board you can request a vegetarian, vegan or gluten-free version.

During the tasting you will taste:

•    Mariulin (Piedmont DOC Chardonnay, Sparkling Brut Martinotti Method)
•    Dedalo (Monferrato DOC Bianco from Arneis grapes)
•    Solista (Grignolino del Monferrato Casalese DOC)
•    Carisa (Piedmont DOC Barbera)

For visiting wineries in Monferrato, we recommend clothing appropriate for the low temperatures and high humidity present on the premises. For minors or those who do not taste, the rate includes ONLY:

•    1 non-alcoholic beverage (soft drink, juice)
•    1 small cutting board

Walk through the hills of Asti, along dirt paths surrounded by nature among woods, vineyards and hazel groves.

Before setting off you will have time to become familiar with the animal, brush it and prepare it with the saddle. If you are inexperienced, you will start with a few minutes in the practice field to learn the basic commands; if you are already practiced, you will leave immediately for the walk.

The pace of the ride allows you to relax and enjoy your surroundings, farm at the most scenic spots to admire the view and take souvenir photos.

You can choose a duration of 1 or 2 hours when booking. The experience is suitable for ages 14 and up; minors without experience must be accompanied by an adult. No experience is required and the maximum weight to participate is 110 kg. Long pants and closed, comfortable shoes are required.

The activity takes place year-round, and both American and English mount saddles are available. Companions can wait in the riding stables, where you will find covered spaces in both winter and summer.

This experience allows you to visit the farm and taste 3 or 5 wines while fully immersing yourself in the Monferrato territory.

The tasting is preceded by a visit to the winery and vineyards.

Wines are carefully selected to best represent the characteristics of the territory in which they are produced. But there is possibility of selection by the customer.

You will be able to choose between two options:

•    Tasting of 3 wines
•    Tasting of 5 wines

Horseback riding in the Monferrato hills will take you to discover the typical fauna and flora of the Piedmont hills.

The 1-hour walk is suitable for everyone, even those who are getting on a horse for the first time.

The minimum age is 6 years old. Children ages 6 to 14 will be accompanied by a guide who will walk with them the whole way.

At the end of both walks you will have the opportunity to enjoy a typical local lunch (if selected), consisting of 3 appetizers, first course, second course and dessert. Extra courses and drinks are excluded.

Set out from Conzano on a 1-hour-and-30-minute guided ATV tour to explore the Monferrato hills. You’ll travel through forests, vineyards, meadows, and scenic roads along a route of about 15 km, accompanied by an expert guide.

After a brief initial briefing on how to operate the ATV and safety guidelines, you’ll hop on the ATV to begin the excursion. The route alternates between dirt and paved sections, offering a mix of fun and scenic views typical of the area, including rolling hills and rural landscapes.

During the tour, there will be a scenic stop, during which the guide will share interesting facts and information about Monferrato. Depending on the itinerary and trail conditions, you may also stop at one of the area’s iconic giant benches—the perfect spot for a souvenir photo.

The itinerary may be subject to change depending on weather and trail conditions to ensure maximum safety and the best riding experience before returning to the starting point.

Winery tour, lunch and wine tasting at one of the historic Langhe wineries in the picturesque Piedmont area near Alba and Barolo.

Delicious menu includes:

•    cold and hot appetizers from our country tradition
•    a homemade first course of your choice
•    a second course
•    a dessert

For children there is a menu that includes pasta, schnitzel and potatoes and a final dessert so they too can enjoy this fun experience.

A sweatshirt is recommended for the winery visit.

Wine tasting in Verduno, in the heart of Barolo, will allow you to taste local wines, visit the winery and the surrounding vineyards.

The winery s picturesque location on the ridge of the hill creates a natural terrace from which you can observe the whole area: from the rolling hills of the Roero to the boundless succession of the Langhe.

Each visit includes a walk through the vineyards, an in-depth look at the vines and the territory, a tour of the winemaking and aging rooms and, finally, wine tasting, proposed according to the chosen itinerary.

You can choose from 4 different options.

Tasting ''Essenza i Langa''

This tasting includes:

•    a selection of 3 local wines
•    1 cutting board of typical products

Tasting ''Selection of the winemaker''

This itinerary includes:

•    a selection of 4 local wines
•    1 glass of sparkling wine
•    1 cutting board with cold cuts, cheeses and breadsticks

Tasting "Nebbiolo & Tradition"

This tasting allows you to taste 5 wines and includes:

•    Alta Langa DOCG or Champagne
•    Langhe DOC Nebbiolo
•    Nebbiolo d'Alba DOC
•    Barbaresco Convivio DOCG
•    Barolo Simposio DOCG
•    1 board with mixed cold cuts, cheeses and breadsticks

Tasting "Langa Crus"

This itinerary includes a tasting of 6 wines and includes:

•    Alta Langa DOCG or Champagne
•    Barbaresco Gallina DOCG
•    Barbaresco Pajorè DOCG
•    Barolo Bussia DOCG
•    Barolo Monvigliero DOCG
•    Barolo Riserva DOCG
•    1 cutting board with mixed cold cuts, cheeses and breadsticks

In case of food allergies and intolerances it is possible to contact the facility after booking.

Visit a family winery in Roero, where you can taste wines and enjoy a delicious lunch near Cuneo.

The experience begins with a tour of the winery and follows with lunch and a tasting of 3 wines. Lunch includes a set menu that includes: a welcome from the kitchen, two appetizers, a first course, second course with side dish, dessert, water, coffee, bitter and cover charge.

This experience will allow you to discover the territory of Roero, in the province of Cuneo, through its wineries, wines and local dishes.

Truffle hunting among the hills of Alba, in the Langhe region, is a perfect experience to experience firsthand a special moment: the search for this mysterious and fascinating ingredient.

You will have the opportunity to see live a secret and complex craft: that between the trifulau and his dog is a close relationship made of trust and mutual respect, which comes only after many years of experience. 

Few people have the opportunity to participate firsthand in this search: trifulau are in fact used to roam alone, sometimes at night, away from prying eyes. 

Although this is an “actual search” with a professional trifulau and his “tabui” (favorite dog), the one you will participate in è a ’simulated activity.  

However, since the search takes place in a natural truffle ground, è it is possible that truffles not artificially buried, but spontaneously grown on the spot, may also be found!

You can choose to have this experience exclusively with a private tour or do it on a shared basis.

For the activity to run smoothly, you will need to be self-driven as you will be expected to move between the meeting point and the forest where the experience takes place. We also recommend outdoor sportswear.

In case of mud or light rain, the activity is guaranteed and you will be provided with rubber chaps and capes. The activity will be moved or cancelled with a refund in case of heavy rains.

Walk through the hills of Asti, along dirt paths surrounded by nature among woods, vineyards and hazel groves.

Before setting off you will have time to become familiar with the animal, brush it and prepare it with the saddle. If you are inexperienced, you will start with a few minutes in the practice field to learn the basic commands; if you are already practiced, you will leave immediately for the walk.

The pace of the ride allows you to relax and enjoy your surroundings, farm at the most scenic spots to admire the view and take souvenir photos.

You can choose a duration of 1 or 2 hours when booking. The experience is suitable for ages 14 and up; minors without experience must be accompanied by an adult. No experience is required and the maximum weight to participate is 110 kg. Long pants and closed, comfortable shoes are required.

The activity takes place year-round, and both American and English mount saddles are available. Companions can wait in the riding stables, where you will find covered spaces in both winter and summer.

This winery tour with tasting in Castagnito, in the heart of the Roero, will immerse you in the history of the production of the best-known Roero wines.

You will have the opportunity to taste 5 or 7 wines, depending on the option you choose, paired with a platter of local cured meats and cheeses.

On being welcomed, you will be able to admire the views of the surrounding hills, a UNESCO World Heritage Site .

After a few minutes you will be accompanied to the winery, where you can learn about all the stages of production and aging of the most historical wines of the ROERO tradition.

The explanation is followed by a tasting of local wines, paired with a platter of local cured meats and cheeses, a glass of Passito and a hazelnut cake.

Roero 100% (2 hours)

Tasting includes 5 wines. The tasting is paired with a platter of cured meats, one of local cheeses and a hazelnut cake.

Roero and Not Only (2 hours 30 minutes)

Tasting includes 7 wines paired with a platter of cured meats, local produce, platter of local cheeses and by a hazelnut cake.

The experience is suitable for everyone, and during spring and summer can be offered outdoors.

Alpaca walking in Carpaneto Piacentino allows you to enjoy a relaxing experience immersed in the tranquility of the countryside.

You can walk along pristine paths through forests, flowering meadows and vineyards accompanied by gentle, soft alpacas.

This experience is suitable for everyone: families, couples, groups of friends or simply those looking for a relaxing time away from the daily hustle and bustle.

Alpacas are gentle, curious and peaceful creatures, perfect for a relaxing and fun experience. Following their slow, meditative pace, you will savor the silence broken only by the rustling of leaves and their quiet breathing.

At the beginning of the experience there is a brief introduction about alpacas to learn about them, how to interact with them and how to guide them safely.

Afterwards there is a walk of about 1 hour on a nature trail, with stops to enjoy the scenery and make friends with these fascinating animals.

Participate in a unique falconry experience outside Pavia, where a professional falconer will introduce you to different species of raptors illustrating their characteristics, behaviors, and training techniques.

During the activity you will learn how to communicate with the raptors and have the opportunity to call one of them to the fist, while for the larger species you will watch a flight demonstration.

The experience, lasting about two hours, will begin with a welcome reception 15 minutes before the scheduled time and a welcome breakfast (coffee and brioche or iced tea for children).

At the end, you will be able to independently visit the St. Alexis Oasis, a natural park dedicated to the protection and knowledge of these extraordinary animals.

Upon arrival you will be required to pay €5 for the park entrance fee and insurance coverage (payable in cash or electronically). Any accompanying persons, on the other hand, will be required to pay 18€, including entrance fee and insurance.

During the winery tour and wine tasting of Oltrepò Pavese, you will have a choice of three different experiences.

The first tour lasts 1h30 and includes the tasting of 3 glasses.

The second option lasts 2h, and is recommended for lovers of the fine bubbles of Spumante Metodo Classico.

The last type of experience you can choose instead includes a tasting of 3 Cru of Pinot Noir, the highest expression of elegance of this noble grape variety vinified in red.

The scenic hot air balloon flight from Crema is a unique experience that will allow you to fly over the picturesque landscapes of the Po Valley.

The duration of the activity (group or private) is about 3 hours including the inflation of the hot air balloon, flight of about 1 hour, recovery of part of the reserved car, aperitif or breakfast in typical local restaurant.

It starts from Crema (in the morning or afternoon depending on the season) and the flight path varies depending on the wind direction.During the experience you will be able to admire the Serio valley, the surrounding woods and meadows and in the distance, on a clear day, the cities of Brescia or Bergamo. The pilot will only control the altitude by taking advantage of the currents for landing.

Once landed before returning to the meeting point, you will be treated to an aperitif or breakfast at an agriturismo in the area.

Required clothing to participate is seasonally appropriate sportswear with long pants and closed shoes without heels.

Lunch in Oltrepò Pavese, at Calatroni Vini, to taste typical dishes and enjoy some excellent locally produced wine together.

Program

The experience begins at 12 noon with a guided tour to discover the organic vineyards, crossed by the historic Via di San Colombano.

The second part of the visit takes you to the winemaking cellar and the aging cellar to explore the world of wine.

The third moment is dedicated to flavors, both on the plate and in the glass: a set menu lunch that includes.

•    3 courses that vary according to the seasonality of the products
•    4 glasses of wine paired with each course
•    Water
•    Coffee
•    Cover charge

To personalize the experience you can choose 2 wine pairing options:

•    Basic wines: basic wines will be served with each course
•    Classic method sparkling wines: classic method sparkling wines will be served with each course

Reduced menu for children includes salami or cheese, main course and dessert.

In case of food allergies, please notify the facility following the reservation

Learn all the secrets about wine making and create your own unique blend with this workshop at the Urban Winery in Milan.

Program

As soon as you arrive, you will be served a welcome glass, which you can taste during a tour of the winery's production area, accompanied by a brief introduction to the project.

Next you will taste 3 wine bases, learning to recognize the differences related to production methods. Based on your tastes, you can then create your own custom blend.

To conclude, you will be able to unleash your imagination by decorating the bottle label of the created wine.

At the end of the experience you will be given a bottle of the wine made, one per group (group means the group that made the reservation), to take home as a memento of the experience.

Any extra bottles of the created blend can be purchased directly on site, at a price of 10€ per bottle, upon request to the facility prior to creation.

Visit to the chocolate factory and chocolate tasting in Milan ideal for spending a culinary day among the many flavors of chocolate.

There are 3 different tours within the experience:

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Base

At the beginning of the activity you will observe, using the 3D viewer, the harvesting and production stages of cocoa beans on a Perù plantation. Afterwardsè you will pass by the "Cioccoteca", the roasting room and the processing laboratory to find out all about artisanal production. The visità will end with a tasting of 3 different types of chocolate.

Media

At the beginning of the activity you will observe, using the 3D viewer, the harvesting and production stages of cocoa beans on a Perù plantation. Afterwardsè you will pass by the "Cioccoteca", the roasting room and the processing laboratory to find out all about artisanal production. The visità will end with a tasting of 5 different types of chocolate.

Premium

At the beginning of the activity, you will be able to observe, using the 3D viewer, the harvesting and production stages of cocoa beans on a Perù plantation. Afterwardsè you will pass by the "Cioccoteca", the roasting room and the processing laboratory to find out all about artisanal production. The visità will end with a tasting of 5 different types of chocolate accompanied by a glass of sweet wine.

The maximum limit who canò participate in a single visitanè of 8 people, also each tour lasts about 1 hour.

With this horseback ride in the Ticino Nature Park you will have the opportunity to familiarize yourself with the horses, brush them and prepare the necessary equipment for an enjoyable ride.

The experience begins with a short introductory lesson that will help you learn how to tame your horse.

During the horseback ride, which will have an effective duration of 1 hour and 15 minutes, you will ride through the forest and spring areas, rich in waterways and vegetation. If lucky, you may see storks, herons and other migratory species.

There is also an opportunity to picnic on horseback.

Botanical workshop dedicated to the Japanese technique of Kokedama, the art of creating moss spheres that enclose the roots of plants.

During the experience you will learn how to create a kokedama from the basics of the traditional Japanese technique. You will discover how to choose and prepare plants, how to make the moss sphere correctly, and what steps to take to keep your creation healthy over time.

You will be able to choose between two options:

•    the basic course dedicated exclusively to kokedama creation
•    the full experience that includes the course and a final appetizer

Botanical workshop in Milan to create a terrarium, that is a small glass garden made step by step with expert guidance.

During the experience you will learn how to design and make a terrarium, creating a small self-sustaining ecosystem inside a glass container. You will discover how to choose the most suitable plants, prepare the substrate, balance moisture and light, and properly assemble all the elements to ensure the longevity of your miniature garden.

Horseback riding along the Adda River, lasting one to two hours, through the surrounding woods is an experience not to be missed.

The horseback rides are also suitable for beginners, as they consist of comfortable and wide paths located within the Adda Park.

Thanks to this ride you will have the opportunity to explore the nature that characterizes these places, and to let the horses water within the river.

During the horseback ride, departing from Rivolta d'Adda, you will be accompanied by two equestrian guides, who will lead you for the duration of the excursion.