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Experience the finest epicurean journey like no other onboard the timeless La Dolce Vita Orient Express. This rail journey takes you across the Italian countryside into the undulating vineyards of the Piedmont region, where you will have the opportunity to enjoy a truffle hunting experience or gain an exclusive access into the underground cathedrals of […]<\/p>\n","protected":false},"featured_media":12619,"template":"","itinerary-tags":[],"sub-region":[],"region":[85],"experience-level":[570],"language":[],"interest":[47],"journey-type":[35],"country":[30],"class_list":["post-12608","itinerary","type-itinerary","status-publish","has-post-thumbnail","hentry","region-europe","experience-level-gourmet-wine","interest-gourmet-wine","journey-type-rail-journeys","country-italy"],"meta_box":{"popularity_score":"5","select_brands":[],"hotels_section_title":"","select_hotel":[],"faq_content_block":[],"hotel_tour_tiers_title":"Hotels & Tour Price","tiers":[{"tierslabel":"Category 1 ","price_currency":"EUR","price_amount":"9464","price_unit":"Indicative Cost Per Person (EUR)"}],"intriq_note":"
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La Dolce Vita<\/strong><\/h4>\r\nThis afternoon, we will depart from Rome Ostiense, drifting through the picturesque Italian countryside as you settle into your luxury train. Tonight\u2019s dinner will feature culinary masterpieces courtesy of three-Michelin starred Chef Heinz Beck. After the sumptuous dinner, enjoy live music and entertainment or retreat into your peaceful sleep.","meals_included_list":["dinner"]},{"itinerary_day_image":["12626"],"day_title":"Nizza Monferrato","itinerary_content":"Today, you will arrive in the scenic town of Nizza Monferrato, famed for its UNESCO World Heritage vineyards. You have a choice to avail into one of the following experiences before re-embarking the train in the afternoon.\r\n
Option 1: Truffles & Wine<\/strong><\/h4>\r\nExperience a truffle hunting adventure in the Piedmontese hills accompanied by an expert hunter and their trusty truffle dogs. After the truffle hunting experience, you will enjoy a wine tasting experience at a renowned winery where you will also uncover insights into the different stages involved in crafting high-quality wines. The day concludes with a traditional Piedmontese lunch with truffles as the star ingredient.\r\n
Option 2: Exclusive Canelli Winery Experience<\/strong><\/h4>\r\nEnjoy an exclusive opportunity to visit to the Underground Cathedrals of Canelli Winery, where fine Moscato d\u2019Asti and Metodo Classico are carefully aged. This experience is complemented with tasting of local wines to learn about their exceptional aromas and characteristics, as well as a Piedmontese lunch.\r\n
Option 3: Historic Tenuta Cucco<\/strong><\/h4>\r\nVisit Tenuta Cucco, a historic wine-making estate nestled among centuries-old vineyards. Enjoy a guided tour of the Cru Cerrarti vineyard and the storied Vigna Cucco, which yields exceptional grapes that goes into the making of Piedmont\u2019s most iconic red wines. Thereafter, traditional Piedmontese lunch ensues at the estate\u2019s elegant dining hall with selection of exquisite local red wines. Thereafter, you will head to the aging cellar for a further look into the estate\u2019s craftsmanship.","meals_included_list":["breakfast","lunch","dinner"]},{"itinerary_day_image":["12627"],"day_title":"Disembarkation in Rome ","itinerary_content":"
Farewell to the Orient Express<\/strong><\/h4>\r\nAfter a lovely Italian breakfast, we will disembark at Rome Ostiense where you will continue on your onward journey. We will be happy to tailor-make your extension to other parts of Italy and Europe. Speak to one of our friendly Travel Specialists for more information.","meals_included_list":["breakfast"]}],"promo_pay_terms":"","book_now_url":"","inquire_now_url":"","includes_title":"Includes","excludes_title":"Excludes","includes_content":"
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