Day 1

Our package for two people: one night in accommodation facility along the Dolcetto Road, visit with wine tasting in one of the wineries partners of the Food and Wine Road (stradagranmonferrato.it) - one experience of your choice among those
listed

Possibility to add other experiences or additional nights

Day 2

• Treasure hunt at the Castle. A series of puzzles to solve in the hunt for a hidden treasure accompanied by characters catapulted from the past... knights and damsels, monks and prisoners will involve you in curious ability tests. All in a unique location like that of the Castle of Tagliolo, one of the best preserved and picturesque of Monferrato. Visit the historical wine cellars with tasting. Organized in collaboration with a company of historical re-enactors. This experience is suitable for groups of at least 15 people and for corporate team building activities
(Tagliolo Monferrato).
• Castles & Wine. Ovada is famous for its picturesque hilly landscapes and for its numerous historic castles. We will take you to discover a few, including Rocca Grimalda, Tagliolo Monferrato, Morsasco and Lerma. A dip into the past between ancient halls, walls and beautiful gardens. Visit to winery and wine tasting included.
(Rocca Grimalda )
• Create your wine, cellar master for a day. Under the guidance of an experienced winemaker, you will have the opportunity to taste different base wines, which are the result of single grape varieties or partial blends. The winemaker will explain the characteristics of each wine and how to combine them to obtain different nuances of taste, aroma and structure. You will have the opportunity to mix the wines to create your personal blend, balancing the proportions to obtain the flavor profile you prefer. This part of the experience will allow you to experiment and learn how different combinations of grapes can change the taste of the wine. Personalize the label with your name and take home 6 bottles of the wine you created. (Capriata d'Orba).
• Walk in the Park of Capanne di Marcarolo. Established in 1979, it extends for 8200 hectares from Piedmont to the borders with Liguria. From the Lakes of Lavagnina to its highest peak there is an extensive network of trails that will give you an unparalleled nature experience with breathtaking landscapes stretching all the way to the Ligurian Sea. The Park is home to the Shrine of the Benedicta which recalls the tragic massacre which occurred in 1944 and the Ecomuseum of Cascina Moglioni, valuable testimony to rural life. Hiking trails of various lengths and difficulty can be personalized with the park rangers and with our expert nature guides. Packed lunch / picnic included. (Park of Capanne di Marcarolo )
• The flavors of tradition, the formaggetta delle Capanne. This is a product that goes back in time connected to production in farmhouses and where the grass of uncontaminated meadows infuses its fragrance into the freshly milked milk. It is produced in a single farmhouse in an ancient hamlet of stone houses with the same passion for generations. Visit to the farm. Continue with visit to the Ecomuseum of Cascina Moglioni and lunch at the mountain hut del Gorzente. (Cascina Saliera)
• Dolcetto & Big Bench. Arrive at agriturismo surrounded by rolling hills and welcome drink. Visit the farm with vegetable garden, greenhouse and grape pickle and sauce production workshop. Followed by walk in the vineyards as far as the blue big bench: here, with your feet dangling, you will go back to your childhood, rediscovering the landscape. On your return, lunch with traditional tasting menu (the fresh pasta is delicious!) to pair with a bottle of Dolcetto di Ovada DOCG. (Morsasco).
• The peace trail and the wolf's den. The Peace Trail is a 3 km circular route, an integral part of "La Benedicta Parco della Pace" project, conceived to remember the heinous massacre which took place at the Benedicta in 1944 and to promote the monumental zone which is dedicated to it. Along the way there are 8 explanatory panels which document and lead to reflection on the story of the Massacre and on the concepts of Peace, Resistance and Memory. The stations and relevant panels are located in special areas, such as the Old Mill, the new Mill, the farmhouses which were the Partisan bases, the old ice house of the Benedicta. A route between nature and history to remember. Route with guide and packed lunch included. (Shrine of the Benedicta).
• The Dolcetto Way, by Bike. A cycle route that crosses all the historic centres of Ovada, Tagliolo, Lerma, Casaleggio, Mornese, Bosio, Parodi ligure, Montaldeo, San Cristoforo, Capriata, Castelletto, San Giacomo, Cascina Vecchia, Mantovana, Gaggina, Rivalta B.da, Montaldo, Trisobbio, Morsasco, Cremolino, Grillano to discover the landscape beauties of Southern Monferrato with its hills and Dolcetto vineyards. All the 104 km for cycling enthusiasts, shorter routes and e-bike routes for all! Stop off at the local wineries along the way.
(Cremolino)
• Where the sea once was. Tour with hiking guide to discover fossils and the geological past of the area, with special rocky formations called Pietre Verdi (green stones) for their color. Departing from Bandita the route winds through woods and meadows with breathtaking landscapes. At the end, of the hike, tour of winery and wine tasting.
(Cassinelle)
• Discover Ovada with a guided tour. The town is the heart of Southern Monferrato and characterized by enchanting villages and elegant castles: set between the River Orba and the River Stura its center develops in small streets which bring to mind the caruggi of Ligurian villages. The walk through the historic center will allow you to discover the Parish Church of Nostra Signora Assunta with its lateral bell towers, the symbol of the city, and all its beautiful historic buildings. This will be followed by a visit to the Oratory of Annunziata whose origins are shrouded in mystery and would appear to date to the early 1200. Stop off at the Regional wine shop and historic restaurant to enjoy farinata, a traditional specialty with ancient roots which originated in Liguria. (Ovada).
• Taste experiences. A tour among the small craftsmen of taste who passionately promote the region and its uniqueness every day. Ancient recipes and manual processing methods accompanied by ingredients grown directly using sustainable and responsible practices. Beer, honey, cheese and preserves, pasta and ancient cereals, hazelnuts, grappa and spirits... and snails! (Silvano d'Orba)
• Libarna and ArcheoSapori The historic-archaeological, food and wine tour departs from the Roman city of Libarna situated along via Postumia and will take tourists on a journey to discover the local products which continue to preserve the most authentic expression of the past. Archeosapori are those foods and products which were already in use in Roman times and which, adapted and transformed through the centuries, are still present and eaten at meal times. The ancient flavors and the stories connected with the wine production of this land, will be told by the artisans of taste, producers and companies which make their outstanding products using the Archeosapori. The project was launched by the collaboration of the Superintendency of Archaeological Heritage and by Associazione Libarna Arteventi (Libarna).
• E-bike tour in the lands of Gavi In this corner of Piedmont, which embraces Liguria and where you can catch a glimpse of the sea from the Apennines, the key protagonist is Gavi Docg, the white wine made from Cortese grapes famous all over the world. Accompanied by our cycle tour guide you will travel scenic roads and immerse yourself in the precious vineyards. Discover the village of Gavi and its fortress carved out of the rock which has defended the area for more than a thousand years. During the tour, visit winery and wine tasting (Gavi)
• Golf Academy. Immersed in a unique panorama, the two spectacular 18-hole courses of the golf club will be your school. You will get closer to this sport under the attentive guidance of teachers who will teach you grip, posture and swing. Don't worry, you won't have to recover the balls wherever you hit them! And to reward your acquired skill, tour and tasting in winery (Capriata d'Orba)
• Truffle hunting. In a private nature reserve you will participate in an exciting truffle hunt in the company of the truffle hunter and his "tabui". You won't believe your eyes (and your nose) when you see the treasure unearthed by their super sense of smell. At the restaurant, tasting of truffle based dishes (Trisobbio).
• Gold panning in the river. With family or with friends a fun adventure will transform you into modern gold panners. In the River Orba Nature Reserve you will visit the Gold Museum and learn how to use the sifting pan in search of precious specks of gold. You can take home whatever you find! Snack included (Casalcermelli )