Gastronomic Barolo Cycling

Highlights

Superb hotels, world-famous wines and exceptional cuisine are just some of the reasons to choose this 8-night cycling holiday! The cycling takes you through softly rolling hills, sun-drenched hamlets and via the pretty wine towns of Barbaresco and Barolo.

Relais Villa d'Amelia, Benevello

The Relais Villa d'Amelia is a luxuriously restored 19C family villa (and a member of the 'Small Luxury Hotels of the World'), just outside the Alta Langa village of Benevello.

The Villa d'Amelia has 37 ensuite rooms including three suites (one of which is located within the old chapel!) decorated in a modern style with neutral paints and dark leather and beech furnishings.

The hotel also boasts a central courtyard with sofas and chairs for relaxing outside, and a stunning lounge area complete with a grand piano!

Facilities at the hotel include a sauna, jacuzzi, Turkish bath, and lovely outdoor swimming pool.

Further details on the hotel website.

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Albergo Castiglione, Castiglione Tinella

The lovely Albergo Castiglione is located in the hilltop wine town of Castiglione Tinella. It has just 11 rooms and has been lovingly restored by Roberto and Claudia Saracco, who are some of the friendliest, most helpful people we've met!

Each of the rooms is individually decorated in pastel colours and all feature ensuite bathrooms.

A short walk from the hotel, you'll find the hotel's panoramic pool located in stunning countryside - and with fantastic 360 degree views of the Langhe vineyards, with the Alps in the distance. There is also a Turkish bath and sauna here.

Further details on the hotel website.

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Casa Pavesi, Grinzane Cavour

Casa Pavesi is located in the heart of the hamlet of Grinzane Cavour - located just 5km away from Alba - and directly opposite the village's elegant 11C castle.

The hotel is a stylishly restored town house with 12 ensuite, individually decorated rooms, which are quite large and opulent.

There are two cosy public rooms with comfy sofas as well as a small bar in the same area. There is a lovely terrace to the rear of the hotel, affording gorgeous views of the Langhe countryside.

Further details on the hotel website.

Independent hotel reviews on Trip Advisor.

Villa Beccaris, Monforte d'Alba

Hotel Villa Beccaris is a gorgeous 18C villa overlooking the beautiful town of Monforte d'Alba.

The Villa has 23 rooms, which are divided into categories; Headwater guests will be allocated classic rooms. All rooms, however, are beautifully furnished in an individual, traditional style often with antique furniture but with modern touches.

The Villa is located within beautiful gardens and has a panoramic swimming pool which overlooks the honey-coloured town, surrounding countryside and mountains beyond.

The hotel also boasts several elegant sitting rooms, its own enoteca and a very charming bar.

Further details on the hotel website.

Independent hotel reviews on Trip Advisor.

Hotel Le Grimaldi, Nice

Le Grimaldi has 46 individually decorated rooms all equipped with air-conditioning, satellite tv, minibar, safe and hairdryer.

Ideally situated in the heart of Nice the hotel is just 3 minutes walk to the pedestrian area of the city with its vast choice of bars and restaurants, 10 minutes walk from the Promenade des Anglais and 15 minutes walk from the Old Town.

Further details on the hotel website.