16 days in Piedmont Itinerary

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Fly
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Turin
— 5 nights
Drive
2
Ceresole Reale
— 3 nights
Drive
3
Bardonecchia
— 2 nights
Drive
4
Pontechianale
— 1 night
Drive
5
Baceno
— 1 night
Drive
6
Varallo
— 3 nights
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Turin — 5 nights

City of Magic

Get out of town with these interesting Turin side-trips: La Citta Alta (in Bergamo) and Milan (Galleria Vittorio Emanuele II, Duomo di Milano, &more). And it doesn't end there: explore the world behind art at Museo Egizio, admire the landmark architecture of Palazzo Reale Di Torino, don't miss a visit to Piazza San Carlo, and examine the collection at Civic Museum of Ancient Art (Palazzo Madama).

To see other places to visit, more things to do, and other tourist information, read our Turin road trip planning app.

Johannesburg, South Africa to Turin is an approximately 16-hour flight. Traveling from Johannesburg to Turin, you'll gain 1 hour due to the time zone difference. Traveling from Johannesburg in August, plan for somewhat warmer nights in Turin, with lows around 20°C. Cap off your sightseeing on the 15th (Mon) early enough to go by car to Ceresole Reale.
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Ceresole Reale — 3 nights

Explore the numerous day-trip ideas around Ceresole Reale: Valsavarenche (Col Lauson - Alta via N°2, Gran Paradiso, &more) and Lago di San Grato (in Valgrisenche).

To find ratings, where to stay, reviews, and more tourist information, read our Ceresole Reale trip planner.

Drive from Turin to Ceresole Reale in 2 hours. Alternatively, you can drive. Wrap up your sightseeing on the 18th (Thu) early enough to drive to Bardonecchia.
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Bardonecchia — 2 nights

Kick off your visit on the 19th (Fri): brush up on your military savvy at Museo Forte Bramafam, then look for all kinds of wild species at Parco Naturale del Gran Bosco di Salbertrand, and then stroll through La Strada dell'Assietta. On your second day here, contemplate the waterfront views at Lago Nero, then expand your understanding of the military at Forte di Fenestrelle, and then make a trip to I Murales.

To see more things to do, reviews, and other tourist information, you can read our Bardonecchia visit planner.

The Route module can help you plan travel from Ceresole Reale to Bardonecchia. Cap off your sightseeing on the 20th (Sat) early enough to go by car to Pontechianale.
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Pontechianale — 1 night

On the 21st (Sun), take your sightseeing to a higher altitude at Col di Sampeyre, pause for some serene contemplation at Chiesa Parrocchiale di Elva, and then don't miss a visit to Colle dell'Agnello.

To see traveler tips, more things to do, ratings, and more tourist information, go to the Pontechianale online trip itinerary maker.

You can drive from Bardonecchia to Pontechianale in 3 hours. Another option is to drive. In August in Pontechianale, expect temperatures between 30°C during the day and 19°C at night. Wrap up your sightseeing on the 21st (Sun) early enough to drive to Baceno.
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Baceno — 1 night

Kick off your visit on the 22nd (Mon): look for all kinds of wild species at Gli Orridi di Uriezzo, then explore the activities along Lago del Vannino, and then stroll around Parco Naturale Alpe Veglia Alpe Devero.

To find photos, ratings, maps, and tourist information, read Baceno online tour planner.

You can drive from Pontechianale to Baceno in 4.5 hours. Alternatively, you can drive. Expect little chillier temperatures when traveling from Pontechianale in August; daily highs in Baceno reach 26°C and lows reach 14°C. Finish up your sightseeing early on the 22nd (Mon) so you can go by car to Varallo.
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Varallo — 3 nights

Kick off your visit on the 23rd (Tue): get in on the family fun at Bungee Center Veglio, then take in the spiritual surroundings of Sacro Monte, and then pause for some serene contemplation at Chiesa di Santa Maria delle Grazie. On the 24th (Wed), you'll have a packed day of sightseeing: explore the activities along San Giulio Island, explore the activities along Lake Orta, and then get in on the family fun at L'Arcobaleno Area Giochi.

To find reviews, traveler tips, and other tourist information, you can read our Varallo route builder site.

Use the Route module to find suitable travel options from Baceno to Varallo. In August, Varallo is somewhat warmer than Baceno - with highs of 33°C and lows of 19°C. Finish up your sightseeing early on the 25th (Thu) so you can travel back home.
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Piedmont travel guide

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Bordered by the Alps on three sides and often overlooked by casual tourists, the Piedmont region is famous for its wines, including Moscato D'Asti, Barolo, and Barbera, to name just a few. Piedmont's cuisine is renowned throughout Italy. Its exotic white truffles--a precious ingredient used in first-class restaurants around the world--are often compared to gold because of their staggering cost. An ideal holiday destination for foodies, the region is also known for its thriving industries of fresh produce, nuts, and chocolates. There are many places to visit in Piedmont, including several medieval castles, trendy spa resorts, and cities with both historical attractions and modern industries.
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