Cultural Tours
IMMERSIVE NORTHERN ITALIA TOUR
During your time in Italy be entertained and delighted by Guest Guides who will share their experiences and knowledge.
Rivoli
Rivoli is a town established around the 1st century CE, in the Province of Turin in the Italian region Piedmont. Although unproven by archaeological and historical sources, it is thought that before the Roman conquest the area of Rivoli was inhabited by the Taurini, a tribe of the Ligures, who, after the 4th century BCE, were most likely joined by a Celtic migration from southern France. The Romans conquered the area in 221 BCE. The first findings are from the 1st and 2nd century CE, belonging to Roman sepulchres.
Mario will arrange all private transfer from the airport. and throughout the tour. Your accommodation will be in a local B&B in the historical area of Rivoli.
Castello di Rivoli Museum of Contemporary Art
Castello di Rivoli Museum of Contemporary Art is the first museum devoted to contemporary art in Italy, Castello di Rivoli is a beacon for the art world. Since it opened in 1984, it has continuously presented innovative exhibitions and radical art performances, while remaining sensitive to the unique Baroque castle that hosts it. Designed in 1718 by Filippo Juvarra, the castle is a constant source of inspiration for artists. Its architecture and history inspire the creation of new works conceived specifically for the Museum’s Permanent Collection
The Cerruti Collection/ La Collezione Cerruti
More than 300 works of painting and sculpture plus approximately 200 rare and ancient books with exquisite book bindings, and over 300 furnishings, including antique carpets and desks by renowned cabinet makers.
The collection of Francesco Federico Cerruti (Genoa, 1922 – 2015), in a villa in Rivoli near the Castello di Rivoli, is unique in the history of Italian private collections for vastness and importance and makes the entrepreneur of Genoese origins one of the most important European collectors of the late 20th and early 21st century. In the Rivoli Villa, Cerruti gathered rare works, conserving them with care. Thanks to his generosity, and to that of the Fondazione Francesco Federico Cerruti, this collection is visible to the public, in a modulation of the history of art from the Middle Ages to today, through Futurism, Metaphysics and major avant-gardes of the 20th century.
The Palazzina di Caccia of Stupinigi
(‘The Hunting residence of Stupinigi’) is one of the Residences of the Royal House of Savoy in Northern Italy, part of the UNESCO World Heritage sites list. Built as a royal hunting lodge in early 18th c, it is located in Stupinigi, a suburb of the town of Nichelino, 10km southwest of Torino.
Basilica di Superga
It was built from 1717 – 1731 for Victor Amadeus II of Savoy, designed by Fillippo Juvarra at the top of the hill of Superga. Under the church are the tombs of the Savoy family.
Torino
Reggia di Venaria Reale
Reggia di Venaria Reale, it may not enjoy the weighty publicity of its French counterpart, but this is one of the largest royal residences in the world, rescued from ruin by a 235 million Euro 10-year-long restoration project. Humongous, ostentatious, regal, yet strangely under-publicised, this UNESCO-listed baroque palace complex was built as a glorified hunting lodge in 1675 by the frivolous Duke of Savoy, Carlo Emanuele II.
Among the jewels bequeathed by its erstwhile royal rulers are a vast garden complex, a glittering stag fountain (with water shows), a conspicuous consumption style Grand Gallery, plus the attached Capella di Sant’Uberto and Juvarra stables. The latest three were all designed by the great Sicilian architect Filippo Juvarra in the 1720s.
Museo Egizio
The Museo Egizio is an archaeological museum in Turin, specialising in Egyptian archaeology and anthropology. It houses one of the largest collections of Egyptian antiquities, with more than 30,000 artefacts.
Palazzo Madama
Here we will view Medieval, Renaissance, Baroque and Neo-classical art. Palazzo Madama is the seat of the Senate of the Italian Republic.
San Antonio di Ranverso
The Abbey of San Antonio di Ranverso is a religious complex in Buttigliera Alta, a Province of Torino, northern Italy. The monastery (also known as a preceptory) complex was founded in 1188 by Humbert III of Savoy, who gave it to the Regular Canons of St. Anthony of Vienne, as a restoration point for pilgrims and a treatment centre for people infected by ergot. With the outbreak of the Black Death in the 15th C. St. Anthony was chosen due to the depiction in company of a small pig, an animal whose fat was used for the treatment.
Sacra San Michele
Symbol monument of the Piedmont region, the abbey of San Michele is undoubtedly one of the most striking architectural highlights of the province of Turin. Just like the Superga Basilica, another highlight of the region, the Sacra of San Michele is shrouded in legend, mystery and macabre details. Founded on the rocky spur of Mount Pirchiriano in the Val di Susa (Susa Valley) between 983 and 987, the Sacra, also known as the Abbazia della Chiusa, is one of the sacred sites dedicated to the Archangel Michael.
Lavazza Museum, Torino
A circular journey, exploring the story of Lavazza and the coffee production chain, while offering surprising content, information and engaging experiences. A voyage though five different themes: Casa Lavazza, the Fabbrica, the Piazza, the Atelier and the Universo. An immersive journey through the world of Lavazza.
Eataly Lingotto, Torino
Eataly is a large format/footprint Italian marketplace (food hall) comprising a variety of restaurants, food and beverage counters, bakery, retail items, and a cooking school. Eataly was founded by Oscar Farinetti, an entrepreneur formerly involved in the consumer electronics business, and collaborates with Slow Food.
The Temple of Cinema, Mole Antonelliana
You will visit the Museo Nazionale del Cinema. The National Museum of Cinema is an Italian motion picture museum, inside the Mole Antonelliana tower. It is operated by the Maria Adriana Prolo Foundation, and the core of its collection is the result of the work of the historian and collector Maria Adriana Prolo.
GAM Civic Gallery of Modern and Contemporary Art of Torino.
Permanent collections of modern & contemporary paintings & sculptures, plus installations & videos. It was founded in 1891. It houses the permanent art collections of the nineteenth and twentieth century. The gallery’s heritage consists of over 47,000 works.
Officine Grandi Riparazioni (OGR)
OGR, Officine Grandi Riparazioni, Torino.
In the past, the OGRs were a railway vehicles maintenance plant, first of the Italian Railways, it is a new Contemporary Art Gallery.
Wine Masterclass
The best-known wines from the region include Barolo and Barbaresco. They are made from the Nebbiolo grape.
Reale Palazzo, Torino.
The Royal Palace of Turin is a historic palace of the House of Savoy in the city of Turin in Northern Italy. It was originally built in the 16th century and was later modernized by Christine Marie of France in the 17th century, with designs by the Baroque architect Filippo Juvarra. Here we will also visit: Galleria Subarda, Temporary Exhibition, Archaeological Mueum.
Piedmont
Forti di Bard
Private transfer to Forti di Bard, Aosta Valley. There will always be two special exhibitions at this 19th century fortress.
Fort Bard, also known as Bard Fort, is a fortified complex built in the 19th century by the House of Savoy on a rocky prominence above Bard, a town and commune in the Aosta Valley region of north-western Italy. Fort Bard has been completely restored after many years of neglect.
Piedmont produces some of the best wines in the world. Famous names such as Barolo, Barbaresco, Nebbiolo, Asti Spumante and Dolcetto, to name just a few. Wine Experts will share their knowledge of the region.
Cooking Class
Have you always wanted to experience home cooked traditional Italian cuisine? Join the locals as you learn the secrets to recipes handed down from generation to generation during a unique, once in a lifetime Cooking Class.
Cooking Class, this will be a memorable day. Dinner will follow with all the wonderful dishes prepared by us all.
