Wellness in Piedmont 2007 The Piedmont region has become very popular after the 2006 Winter Olympic Games and group tours have increased significantly. This region in North Italy offers a wide range of interesting resorts. A big tourist draw are its thermal springs. The ideal destination to combine thermal stay with interesting tours is Acqui Terme in the south-eastern part of the region, 80 Km from Turin. Acqui Terme - Piedmont The Roman town lies on the gently rolling hills of Alto Monferrato in Piedmont, the region in north-western Italy. This area offers a spectacular scenery of vineyards surrounded by the slopes of the Apennines. From here you can easily reach important cities such as the capital of fashion Milan, Turin, Italy s first capital, and Genoa with its famous port. 1
An important spa resort since the Roman times, Acqui Terme owes its importance to its location between the Po plain and the Ligurian coastline, the thermal springs and the excellent cuisine Acqui Terme restaurants number among the best in the world. The ideal resort to have some relax just one hour away from the coast. The package... From 1/11/2006 until 31/03/2007 excluded 28/12/06-07/01/07 4 HB at the Hotel Nuove Terme with breakfast buffet 4 Roman treatments 4 Entries to the swimming pool 4 Turkish baths 4 Sauna 4 Frigidarium Relaxing tea Access to fitness room Aroma shower Access to relax area 1 Solarium or sun shower 2 Massages 30 minutes The prices... Per person in double room EUR 191,00 Single room surcharge EUR 78,00 If you like this offer, please complete this form and send it to the Gadis team; we will prepare a special tailored offer as soon as possible. We are interested in your Proposals and would like To option the following dates: Company name Address Group responsible Post code/city Telephone & Fax Country e-mail Other destinations in Italy In which we would be interested: 2
Now let s talk about the hotel Hotel Nuove Terme 4 *- Acqui Terme Built in 1891, the Grand Hotel Termae became one of the most popular European salons and one of the most famous Belle Époque hotels. Winston Churchill, several European royal families and Luisa Baccara number among its most popular guests who appreciated its liberty style. The hotel has been renovated, provides excellent service and offers a quiet ambience. The magnificent halls, the historic bar, the lounge rooms, the reading and dining rooms are furnished in traditional style. The Caffé delle Terme and the restaurant Le Fontane serving a wide range of fine dishes are available to guests for special occasions. Breakfast: White and brown bread, toast, butter, 3 kinds of jam, 2 kinds of cold cuts, 2 kinds of cheese, boiled eggs, yogurt, fruit salad, cornflakes, muesli, cookies, juice, hot drinks. Dinner menu: Guests can choose between 2 menus; salad buffet 3
The possible excursions Alba and wine tasting in the Langhe The capital of Langhe is well known for its white truffle. We take a stroll through the old town and see the medieval monuments and buildings. Later we travel through the Barolo area. We visit a wine cellar and sample excellent wines like Barolo, Barbaresco and Dolcetto d Alba. Canelli, the capital of Spumante The area of Canelli - a natural scenery of vine yards and hills - is the most important centre for the production of the worldwide renown Asti Spumante. The town is made up of the lower Borgo and the upper Villanuova with the amazing underground cathedrals, the baroque church San Rocco and the medieval church San Tommaso. In Canelli are two main pearl wine producers. In search of the famous truffle of Alba The white truffle of Alba is the most famous kind of truffle. Its colour is white grey with red nuances. Like the famous "trifulau", we walk through oak woods and wild poplars in search of truffles. Discover Turin in a different way Renown as the capital of automobile and industry, Turin is also rich in monument and cultural treasures. You disocver the historic centre on a bicycle tour. Later visit to the Roman town, the Citadel, Torino Liberty, the Dome, the Mole Antonelliana, through the most famous streets and squares. 4
Full day excursion: Turin and San Michele abbey Visit to the capital of Piedmont, Turin. In the afternoon you visit the Abbey of San Michele with a commanding position atop Mount Pirchiriano. You go up the stairs of the dead people and see the gate of the stars, the church and the crypt. Saluzzo - between history and legend Saluzzo is rich in history and artistic treasures. On a sightseeing tour in the medieval old town you see ancient noble palaces with terracotta decorations. The town is dominated by the imposing castle of the Duchy of Saluzzo. In the afternoon you can join a visit to the Cistercians Abbey Santa Maria di Staffarda. Turin Cafés A stroll through the historical cafés of the city in Piazza San Carlo, Piazza Carignano, Via Po and Piazza Castello up to the ancient Café "Bicerin" where you sample the famous Bicerin". Genoa - Portofino Genoa, former marine republic and the most important town of Liguria, fascinates visitors with its beautiful architecture. We head for Rapallo, a popular holiday resort on Eastern Riviera. From the yacht port we take a ferry to the Portofino, a wonderful natural bay. From here we reach the tiny village of San Fruttuoso. McArthurGlen Outlet in Serravalle Scrivia With its 38.000 sqm, 150 shops and yearly 3.000.000 visitors, McArthurGlen is the largest shopping centre in Europe. Here you can buy items with discounts ranging up to 70%. Open daily 10am - 8pm 5
Someone you must meet: Mr. Strumia in Sommariva Bosco The place with its sign and window looks very simple however it offers the best: delicious ice, Peschemoscato, Roero strawberries, agnolotti al plin con cardi, paste di meliga, baked apples. Enjoy a glass of ice with Roero strawberry sauce and balsamic vinegar prepared by Mrs. Franca. Delicious shopping heaven! Exclusive: Old timer rally in the Turin hills (upon request) An unforgettable event: trip into the past on an old car through Piedmont natural sceneries. Dogs go to school too Visit to the training centre for truffle hunting dogs in Roddi (70 km from Turin), the only one of its kind in Italy. During the visit you learn more about the secrets of truffle hunting, the different kinds of truffle and truffle hunting dogs. Elena & Marta - Incoming Piemont Tel +39-0183-548201 riviera@gadis.it 6