What’s not to like about the Piemonte Staycation. Lisa has designed a great tour of the region that includes terrific and unique activities with amazing food and drink. Because we were located in just two places, Turin and Cuneo, we could settle in and unpack for days. Touring from a base location was good in this area because the landscape is beautiful, there is a wide variety of activities and the food and drink are delicious. Having lived in the area since moving to Italy as a young woman, Lisa has personal knowledge of Piemonte and has relationships with the local guides and restauranteurs. We very much enjoyed her stories and experiences. She also invited collective conversation with the group that welcomed participation from all. Memorable activities include a 150 foot climb to the dome of a church for an up close view of the fresco. An afternoon in Alba to see the donkey Palio with extraordinary costumes. A truffle hunt. A pasta and gnocchi cooking class. Hikes in the mountains. Wine tasting. Grappa tasting. Visiting a cheese farm Local market and produce tasting. Each day was both exciting and relaxing knowing that we were in good hands with Lisa.

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We had a fantastic experience traveling with Andrew. The Harvest Tour exceeded our expectations. I would encourage anyone to visit Slovenia and Croatia-beautiful scenery and people! A great value too!

This was an absolutely fantastic trip, and we couldn't have asked for a better tour guide than Lisa, who has made this area her home for many years. She was so knowledgeable, as well as warm and kind. The food and wine were incredible, and I loved going to spots frequented by locals. We were given a warm welcome everywhere. It's hard to pick out highlights, but I would have to say I loved our walks in the countryside, with incredible views, and our truffle hunt with our four-legged guide. It was so nice not to have to pack and unpack. Our Torino hotel was near the market, and our 7 day stay was at a Cuneo hotel which combined old world charm with modern conveniences. Torino, while a big city, and Cuneo, much smaller, don't seem to have been discovered by many non-locals, yet they both have incredible assets--beautiful architecture, gorgeous scenery, great food and wine, castles, gardens, etc. I would suggest going there before too many outsiders discover their charms. Highly recommend.

This was a wonderful trip as all are when Sarah of Adventures with Sarah is leading. Our group of 16 included wonderful people. It was great getting to know them. Our accommodations were grest-good food, close to everything, very clean and exceptional service. We experienced sights that the normal "tourist" does not see or do. I can't recommend this staycation more highly.