Italy Trip - Oct 2026

Day-by-Day Plan

Meal Visit Tasting Activity Transport

Day	Date	Location	Plan	Stay
0	Thu 15 Oct	Hong Kong	Transport Arrive HKG airport by 22:50	—
1	Fri 16 Oct	Milan → Turin	Transport CX233 arr MXP 07:50 (overnight economy — rest on arrival!) Transport Airport transfer to Turin (arranged) Meal Bicerin at Caffè Al Bicerin (espresso + chocolate + cream, since 1763) Visit Piazza Castello & Palazzo Madama — gentle stroll under the porticos Visit Porta Palatina — 1st-century Roman gate, free, quick Meal Lunch/dinner: vitello tonnato & agnolotti del plin Visit Optional: Palazzo Reale — royal apartments, Cappella della Sindone (if energy permits) Visit Optional: Mole Antonelliana — cinema museum + panoramic lift (if energy permits)	—
2	Sat 17 Oct	Turin → Alba / Barolo	Transport Pick up rental car in Turin — drive to Alba (~1 hr) Activity Alba White Truffle Fair (Fiera del Tartufo) — Saturday market Meal Lunch at Piazza Duomo — 3 Michelin stars, Enrico Crippa (book ahead!) Visit Enoteca Regionale del Barolo / Barolo village stroll — wind down after lunch	La Giolitta
3	Sun 18 Oct	Barolo	Meal 5-course lunch at Marchesi Barolo Activity Truffle hunting tour with local trufolau & dogs Meal Casual dinner at Osteria Tre Case, Serralunga — traditional, great wine list (La Cantinetta closed Sun dinner)	La Giolitta
4	Mon 19 Oct	Barbaresco → Bologna	Tasting Morning at Cascina delle Rose with Giovanna Rizzolio Meal Lunch at Antiné — 250+ Barbaresco, ~100 Barolo, 60+ Champagnes Transport Drive to Bologna (~3 hrs) Meal Evening aperitivo on Via del Pratello — locals' bar street, tagliere	Agriturismo Borgo delle Vigne
5	Tue 20 Oct	Bologna	Meal Espresso at Caffè Terzi Visit Piazza Maggiore — Basilica di San Petronio Visit Quadrilatero Market — delis, cheese shops, produce Meal Lunch at Salumeria Simoni — mortadella, prosciutto, parmigiano board Visit Due Torri — climb 498 steps for the view Meal Gelato at Cremeria Funivia Meal Dinner at Trattoria Anna Maria — tagliatelle al ragù, tortellini in brodo	Agriturismo Borgo delle Vigne
6	Wed 21 Oct	Bologna → ColleMassari	Transport Drive from Bologna south into Tuscany Visit Pienza en route — Renaissance town, pecorino capital, Val d'Orcia views Tasting ColleMassari winery tour & tasting — organic Sangiovese, try Poggio Lombrone Meal Dinner at ColleMassari restaurant	Wine Relais ColleMassari
7	Thu 22 Oct	Montalcino / Montepulciano	Tasting Enoteca la Fortezza, Montalcino — Brunello by the glass, walk-in Tasting Brunello winery visit (Conti Costanti / Siro Pacenti / Castello Banfi) Visit Abbazia di Sant'Antimo — Romanesque abbey, Gregorian chant Meal Dinner at Boccon di Vino — house-made bread & fresh pasta since 1992	Wine Relais ColleMassari
8	Fri 23 Oct	Florence	Transport Drive to Florence (stop at Antinori winery en route if interested); return rental car at Florence Airport (FLR), then cab to hotel Visit Uffizi Gallery — Botticelli, Caravaggio (book timed entry ahead) Visit Ponte Vecchio — stroll at golden hour Meal Dinner at Trattoria Sostanza — cult classic, legendary butter chicken Tasting Wine at Le Volpi e l'Uva — great by-the-glass, near Ponte Vecchio	Guya Apartment by Mamo Florence
9	Sat 24 Oct	Florence	Visit Oltrarno & Piazza Santo Spirito — Saturday market, artisan workshops Visit San Lorenzo Market / Mercato Centrale food hall Visit Piazzale Michelangelo — sunset panorama over Florence Meal Bistecca fiorentina at Trattoria Cammillo — massive T-bone to share Tasting Casa del Vino — old-school enoteca, wine + crostini	Guya Apartment by Mamo Florence
10	Sun 25 Oct	Milan	Transport Train Florence → Milan (~1hr 40min high-speed); check in Hotel VIU Activity Rooftop pool at Hotel VIU — honeymoon vibes, Milan skyline Meal Aperitivo at Navigli — Negroni in the birthplace of Campari Meal Dinner at DeRos — seafood near La Scala (Trippa closed Sun; Mon flight too early for Mon dinner)	Hotel VIU Milan
11	Mon 26 Oct	Milan → Home	Meal Breakfast at Hotel VIU Transport Check out ~8:30am — Malpensa Express train (~50min) or taxi (~1hr) Transport Flight departs MXP 11:55	—

Piedmont — Turin, Alba, Barolo, Barbaresco

Days 1–4 · Fri 16 – Mon 19 Oct

Turin — Half-Day Sightseeing (Day 1)

#	Spot	What	Map
1	Caffè Al Bicerin8:30am–7:30pm, closed Wed	Turin's signature drink (espresso + chocolate + cream). Since 1763.	Map
2	Piazza Castello & Palazzo Madama	Main square, baroque. Walk under the porticos of Via Roma.	Map
3	Palazzo Reale	Royal apartments, armoury, Cappella della Sindone. 1–2 hrs.	Map
4	Porta Palatina	1st-century Roman gate — one of the best-preserved in the world. Free.	Map
5	Mole Antonelliana	Iconic tower + Cinema Museum inside. Panoramic lift to the top.	Map

Eat before leaving Turin: Vitello tonnato, agnolotti del plin (tiny Piemontese pasta), or a tramezzino (Turin invented them).

Where to Stay — Turin (1 night, Oct 16)

No car yet (airport transfer). Central + walkable. Budget: ~€120/person = ~€480 total (2 rooms).

Hotel	Style	~Price/room	Parking	Notes
Opera35 Boutique Hotel Top Pick	4-star boutique	€100–130	Private (book ahead)	Central, garden + terrace. Parking for car pickup next morning.
Grand Hotel Sitea	5-star luxury	€180–250	Available	Behind Piazza San Carlo. Michelin-starred restaurant Carignano on-site. Splurge.
NH Collection Piazza Carlina	Upscale hotel	€130–160	Available	Beautiful square, polished rooms. Safe pick for comfort.
Corte Realdi Luxury Rooms	Boutique B&B	€100–140	Paid nearby	Historic building, stylish rooms, soundproofed. Personal & intimate.
Carlo Felice Boutique Hotel	3-star boutique	€80–110	Nearby garage	300m from Porta Nuova. Simple, clean, budget-friendly.

Winery Visits (Days 2–4)

G.D. Vajra / Luigi Baudana

Vergne, Barolo · Online Booking

Luigi Baudana crus (Cerretta & Baudana) in Serralunga. Tiered tastings. On your Day 2 plan.

Book online → welcome@gdvajra.it

Giuseppe Rinaldi

Barolo · Email to Book

Legendary traditional Barolo. Run by Marta & Carlotta Rinaldi. Intimate, no-frills.

Website carlotta.rinaldi@me.com

Bartolo Mascarello

Barolo · Phone/Email

"No Barrique, No Berlusconi." Free visit with Maria Teresa. Can't buy on-site (all allocated).

+39 0173 56125 rv@bartolomascarello.com

Cascina delle Rose

Barbaresco · Email to Book

Natural-leaning Barbaresco by Giovanna Rizzolio. Max 8/visit. Morning tasting Day 4.

Website cascinadellerose@cascinadellerose.it

Fratelli Alessandria

Verduno · Online Booking

Under-the-radar Barolo from Monvigliero. Try the Verduno Pelaverga.

Book online →

Roagna

Barbaresco · No Visits

Old-school, long-maceration Barbaresco. Closed to visitors. Join mailing list.

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Marchesi di Barolo

Barolo · Online Booking

Historic estate since 1807. The family that gave Barolo wine its name. Beautiful cellars, great for first-timers. Already having lunch here Day 3.

Website

Fontanafredda

Serralunga d'Alba · Online Booking

Royal estate founded by Italy's first king's son. Huge, stunning grounds with a wine village. Very polished visitor experience. Crowd-pleaser.

Website

Gaja

Barbaresco · Email to Book

The most famous name in Barbaresco. Angelo Gaja put the region on the world map. Exclusive visits — harder to get but iconic.

Website

Where to Eat

Restaurant	Location	Vibe	Why	Map
Antiné ★Lunch & dinner, closed Wed	Barbaresco	Wine-focused	250+ Barbaresco, ~100 Barolo, 60+ Champagnes. Day 4 lunch.	Map
La CantinettaLunch daily, dinner Mon/Tue/Fri/Sat. Closed Thu	Barolo	Simple trattoria	Local wines by glass at near-enoteca prices.	Map
Osteria Tre CaseTue–Sun lunch & dinner. Closed Mon	Serralunga d'Alba	Local favourite	Traditional with a twist. Very reasonable.	Map
More e Macine11am–1am, open 7 days	La Morra	Traditional	Solid wine list by glass and bottle.	Map
Osteria VeglioLunch daily, dinner Fri/Sat only. Closed Sun & Mon	La Morra	Family-run	Historic, extensive wine list. Bib Gourmand.	Map
Per BaccoTue–Sun lunch & dinner. Closed Mon	La Morra	Ultra casual	Pizza from €7, great wine + craft beer.	Map

Expect ~€25 for 2 courses at lunch, ~€40 at dinner. Wine bottles just a few euros above retail.

Don't-Miss Experiences

Alba White Truffle Fair

Alba · Weekends mid-Oct

Fiera del Tartufo — Day 2 (Sat 17 Oct) lands right in it. Walk the market, eat everything.

Truffle Hunting

Langhe hills · Book ahead

Join a trufolau with dogs. Half-day morning, eat what you find.

Enoteca Regionale del Barolo

Castello di Barolo

Castle cellar. Huge range of Barolo by the glass from small producers.

WiMu — Wine Museum

Castello di Barolo

Quirky art-meets-wine museum. Worth 45 min if at the Enoteca.

Wines to Seek Out Locally

Older vintage Barolo from small producers — Cappellano, Giacomo Conterno Monfortino
Verduno Pelaverga — hyper-local peppery red, only from Verduno
Nascetta — rare revived white grape. Look for Elvio Cogno.
Natural Barolo/Barbaresco — ask at enotecas for low-intervention producers

Practical Tips

Book winery visits NOW — October is harvest. Email in Italian if possible.
Car is essential — no useful public transport in the Langhe.
Truffle season — mid-Oct is peak white truffle. Say yes to tajarin al tartufo every time.
Buy bottles locally — prices are a fraction of HK.

Bologna

Day 4 evening & Day 5 full day · Mon 19 – Tue 20 Oct

Day 4 Evening — Arrival

Walk to Via del Pratello (Map) — the locals' bar street. Grab aperitivo and a tagliere at a wine bar. No planning needed.

Day 5 — Full Day Sightseeing

Time	Spot	What	Map
Morning	Caffè TerziMon–Sat 8am–6pm. Closed Sun	Best espresso in Bologna.	Map
	Piazza Maggiore	Main square — Basilica di San Petronio, Palazzo d'Accursio.	Map
	Quadrilatero Market	Old market grid — delis, cheese shops, produce stalls. Bologna's soul.	Map
Lunch	Salumeria SimoniMon–Sat 8am–7:30pm, Sun 9am–5pm	Charcuterie: Mortadella, Prosciutto di Parma, Parmigiano, balsamic.	Map
Afternoon	Due Torri	Bologna's leaning towers. Climb Torre degli Asinelli — 498 steps.	Map
Late PM	Cremeria FuniviaTue–Sat 11am–11pm, Sun 10am–11pm. Closed Mon	Top gelato in the city.	Map
Dinner	Trattoria Anna MariaTue–Sun 12:30–3pm & 7:30–11pm. Closed Mon	Old-school: tagliatelle al ragù, tortellini in brodo, lasagna. Book ahead.	Map

Where to Stay — Bologna (1–2 nights, Oct 19–20)

You have a car. Central with parking OR agriturismo in the hills. Budget: ~€120/person = ~€480 total (2 rooms).

Hotel	Style	~Price/room	Parking	Notes
Art Hotel Commercianti Top Pick	4-star boutique	€150–180	Private in centre	Next to Piazza Maggiore & San Petronio. Unique rooms, some with basilica views.
Hotel Corona d'Oro	4-star historic	€140–180	Nearby garage	13th-century palazzo. Liberty-style hall, Madonna fresco. Full of character.
Hotel Orologio	4-star romantic	€120–160	Nearby garage	Pedestrian centre. Marble, luxe fabrics, grand windows. Traditional Italian romance.
Phi Hotel Bologna	Boutique, historic	€100–140	Nearby	Originally a 1375 tavern — oldest hotel in Bologna. Modern flair, quirky charm.
Casa Miramonte	Boutique guesthouse	€90–120	Nearby	Stylish, intimate, has a small spa with indoor sauna. Budget-friendly.
Agriturismo Borgo delle Vigne Booked	Agriturismo + winery	HK$ 3,425 total	Free on-site	Oct 19–21 (2 nights, 4 pax). Zola Predosa hills, 15min from centre. On-site winery & restaurant. Peaceful.
Palazzo di Varignana	Luxury wine resort	€180–250	Free on-site	30ha estate, wine cellar, spa, bikes. Splurge option — stunning.

Must-Eat in Bologna

Tortellini in brodo — tiny pasta parcels in clear broth. The real thing.
Tagliatelle al ragù — NOT "spaghetti bolognese". Fresh egg pasta, slow meat sauce.
Mortadella — the real stuff, nothing like supermarket bologna.
Tigelle / Crescentine — fried bread pockets with cured meats & squacquerone cheese.
Gelato — Bologna takes this seriously.

Tuscany — Montalcino & Montepulciano

Days 6–7 · Wed 21 – Thu 22 Oct · Stay: Wine Relais ColleMassari

Things to Do

Spot	What	Map
Fortezza di Montalcino	14th-century fortress with panoramic views of Val d'Orcia. The Enoteca inside has Brunello tastings.	Map
Piazza Grande, Montepulciano	Hilltop main square. Palazzo Comunale tower for the view. Walk Via di Gracciano nel Corso.	Map
Pienza	"Ideal Renaissance city" — 20 min from Montepulciano. Pecorino cheese capital. Gorgeous Val d'Orcia views.	Map
Abbazia di Sant'Antimo	Romanesque abbey in olive groves below Montalcino. Gregorian chant services. Serene.	Map
Val d'Orcia	Rolling hills, cypress-lined roads — iconic Tuscan landscape.	Map

Winery Visits

Enoteca la Fortezza

Montalcino · Walk-in OK

Inside the fortress. Huge Brunello selection by the glass. No booking needed — just show up and taste.

Map

Conti Costanti

Montalcino · Email to Book

One of the most famous and historic Brunello estates. Elegant, traditional style.

Website

Siro Pacenti

Montalcino · Email to Book

Small estate, 28 hectares. Sweeping vineyard views. Modern-leaning Brunello.

Website

Il Palazzone

Montalcino · Email to Book

Walkable from Montalcino centre — taste freely without driving. Boutique producer.

Website

Avignonesi

Montepulciano · Online Booking

Tours, tastings, gourmet lunch overlooking Val d'Orcia. Biodynamic estate.

Website

Consorzio del Vino Enoliteca

Montepulciano · Walk-in OK

75+ wineries represented, 100+ wines to sample. Great overview of Vino Nobile.

Map

Banfi (Castello Banfi)

Montalcino · Online Booking

Huge, famous estate with a medieval castle. Polished tours, multiple tasting options, on-site restaurant. Great for friends who want a "wow" venue.

Website

Antinori nel Chianti Classico

Between Montalcino & Florence · Online Booking

Stunning modern winery built into a hillside. 600+ year wine dynasty. Architecture alone is worth the detour. Stop on your drive to Florence (Day 8).

Website

Average tasting price: ~€68. Book ahead — these are working farms. Consider a driver (Italy's drink-driving laws got stricter in 2025).

Where to Eat

Restaurant	Location	Why	Map
Boccon di VinoLunch & dinner. Closed Tue (Oct)	Montalcino	Best flavours of Tuscany since 1992. House-made bread & fresh pasta daily.	Map
Alle LoggeDaily 12:30–9:30pm, open 7 days	Montalcino	Great wine list, views next to the Piazza.	Map
Ristorante La GrottaLunch & dinner. Closed Wed, closed Jan–Feb	Montepulciano	Guinea fowl pappardelle, pigeon two ways. Refined Tuscan.	Map

Must-Eat in Tuscany

Pici — thick hand-rolled pasta, typically with ragù or aglione (garlic tomato sauce)
Pecorino di Pienza — local sheep's milk cheese, try fresh & aged versions
Ribollita — hearty bread & bean soup, classic cucina povera
Cinghiale (wild boar) — in ragù, as salumi, or braised
Brunello by the glass — at Enoteca la Fortezza, try multiple producers cheaply

Firenze

Days 8–9 · Fri 23 – Sat 24 Oct

Things to Do

Spot	What	Map
Duomo & Brunelleschi's Dome	Climb the dome (463 steps) for the best city view. Book timed entry.	Map
Uffizi Gallery	Botticelli, Caravaggio, Leonardo. Book tickets in advance — Oct queues are long.	Map
Ponte Vecchio	Iconic medieval bridge with jewellery shops. Best at golden hour.	Map
Oltrarno & Piazza Santo Spirito	The "real" Florence — artisan workshops, local bars, less touristy. Saturday morning market.	Map
San Lorenzo Market	Ground floor: leather & souvenirs. Upstairs: Mercato Centrale food hall. Great for grazing.	Map
Piazzale Michelangelo	Panoramic viewpoint over all of Florence. Go at sunset.	Map

Wine Bars & Enotecas

Le Volpi e l'Uva

Near Ponte Vecchio

Beloved wine bar with excellent by-the-glass selection — Tuscan classics to lesser-known Italian regions. Great cheese & crostini. Crowd-pleaser for everyone.

Map

Casa del Vino

San Lorenzo

Old-school Florentine enoteca. Wine with crostini, panini, porchetta plates. Authentic, no-fuss. Run by Gianni & Nicoletta.

Map

Enoteca Bruni

Near Santa Maria Novella · Angel's pick

3,000+ exclusively natural wine labels. Solo detour if you want to geek out — friends can skip this one.

Map

Where to Eat

Restaurant	Vibe	Why	Map
Trattoria SostanzaMon–Sat 12:30–2pm & 7:30–9:30pm. Closed Sun. Cash only!	Cult classic	Tiny kitchen, rarely-changing menu perfected over decades. Butter chicken breast is legendary.	Map
Trattoria CammilloMon & Thu–Sun lunch & dinner. Closed Tue & Wed	Classic Florentine	Enduring, refined but never fussy. Great for bistecca fiorentina.	Map
I FratelliniDaily ~10am–7pm	Hole-in-the-wall	Sandwich shop since 1875. Prosciutto, truffle, local fillings. Quick & cheap.	Map
Lampredotto stand	Street food	Tripe sandwich in crusty roll with parsley sauce & chili oil. The ultimate local snack.	Map
Gelateria dei NeriDaily ~10:30am–11:30pm	Gelato	Fondente (dark chocolate) is insane. Small batches.	Map

Where to Stay — Florence (2 nights, Oct 23–24)

Returning car on arrival — no parking needed. Prefer San Lorenzo area. Budget: ~€120/person = ~€480 total (2 rooms).

Hotel	Style	~Price/room	Notes
Guya Apartment by Mamo Florence Booked	Apartment	HK$ 6,415 total	Oct 23–25 (2 nights). Night 1: 4 pax, Night 2: 3 pax. Free cancellation. Confirmed.
San Lorenzo area
Solo Experience Hotel Top Pick	Boutique, 17th-c building	€120–160	Overlooks Basilica di San Lorenzo. Large rooms, great location right at the market.
Palazzo Lorenzo Hotel & Spa	4-star boutique + spa	€130–180	26 rooms, spa with sauna & steam bath. 15 min walk to centre. Comfy beds.
Il Mercato Centrale B&B	Family B&B	€80–110	Heart of San Lorenzo market. 5 rooms, fresh pastry breakfast. Great value.
Casa San Lorenzo	Apartment / casa	€90–130	Rated 8.6. Kitchenette, soundproofed, 5 min to Palazzo Vecchio. Like a home.
Right at the Duomo
Hotel Duomo Firenze	Historic, Duomo views	€120–170	14th-century Gondi palazzo. Lean out the window and touch the Cathedral. Breakfast under the Dome.
Palazzo Niccolini al Duomo	Luxury palazzo	€200–300	Right next to the Duomo. Family-owned, frescoed ceilings, antique furnishings. Splurge.
Le Stanze del Duomo B&B	Charming B&B	€90–130	Steps from Duomo. Intimate, well-reviewed. Budget-friendly pick with location premium.
Brunelleschi Hotel	5-star, Byzantine tower	€250–400	Built into a Byzantine tower + medieval church. Dome views. Michelin restaurant. Big splurge.
Other central options
Hotel Davanzati	Boutique, central	€130–180	Steps from Ponte Vecchio. Family-run, top-rated. Great breakfast.
Velona's Jungle	Eclectic boutique	€150–200	Near Santa Maria Novella. Tropical maximalism, organic breakfast. Unique.
Hotel Palazzo Guadagni	Boutique, Oltrarno	€100–140	Piazza Santo Spirito. Rooftop loggia with views. Charming & quiet.
AdAstra Florence	Luxury boutique	€200–280	16th-century palazzo, Santa Croce. Only 8 rooms. Splurge.

Must-Eat in Florence

Bistecca Fiorentina — massive T-bone, rare, salt & olive oil. Share between two.
Lampredotto — tripe sandwich. Sounds scary, tastes incredible. The local test.
Schiacciata — olive oil flatbread, stuffed with truffle cream or pecorino. Florence's answer to focaccia.
Ribollita — bread & bean soup, cucina povera at its best.
Gelato — Gelateria dei Neri, Vivoli, or La Strega Nocciola.

Milano

Days 10–11 · Sun 25 – Mon 26 Oct

Things to Do

Spot	What	Map
Duomo di Milano	Gothic masterpiece. Walk the rooftop terraces for city views. The golden Madonnina on top is Milan's symbol.	Map
Galleria Vittorio Emanuele II	Opulent iron & glass arcade. Historic cafes, luxury shops. Shortcut from Duomo to La Scala.	Map
Teatro alla Scala	World's most famous opera house. Even if no show, the museum is worth a visit.	Map
Navigli District	Canal-side bars & restaurants. Serene by day, buzzing by night. Great for aperitivo.	Map
Bosco Verticale	"Vertical Forest" — residential towers covered in trees. Iconic modern architecture. Quick photo stop.	Map
Armani/Silos	Armani's fashion museum. Rotating exhibitions on eras & themes.	Map

Where to Eat

Restaurant	Vibe	Why	Map
Trippa ★Mon–Thu dinner only 7:15pm; Fri lunch + dinner. Closed Sat & Sun. Book well ahead!	Neo-trattoria	Defining force in Milan's dining scene. Revives disappearing Italian dishes with modern edge.	Map
RazdoraMon–Fri lunch & dinner (Wed lunch only). Closed Sat & Sun. Only ~4 tables!	Pasta bottega	Intimate fresh pasta workshop. Honest, soulful cooking with zero pretense.	Map
DeRosLunch & dinner. Closed Mon	Seafood	Steps from La Scala. Octopus, ceviche, catch of the day. Impeccable.	Map
Cavoli a MerendaTue–Fri lunch & dinner. Closed Sat, Sun & Mon. Reservations mandatory.	Hidden palazzo	18th-century palazzo, ivy terrace. Weekday-only. Grand yet comfortable.	Map

Where to Stay — Milan (1–2 nights, Oct 25–26) ♥

Honeymoon finale! Paid with Bonvoy points.

Hotel	Style	Parking	Notes
Hotel VIU Milan Booked	Design hotel, rooftop pool	Valet	Check-in 25 Oct. Rooftop pool + skyline views. Porta Volta near Brera. Bonvoy points.

Must-Eat in Milan

Risotto alla Milanese — saffron-laden, creamy. The city's signature dish.
Cotoletta alla Milanese — bone-in breaded veal cutlet. The original schnitzel.
Ossobuco — braised veal shank with gremolata. Often paired with risotto.
Negroni / Aperitivo — birthplace of Campari. Navigli at sunset is the move.
Via Paolo Sarpi food crawl — Milan's Chinatown. Dumplings, ramen, tacos, tapas.

Accommodation Costs

All converted to HKD. Guya Apartment: Night 1 split 4 ways, Night 2 split 3 ways. Hotel VIU redeemed with Bonvoy points.
FX rate (2 Apr 2026): 1 MYR = 1.9441 HKD

Booking Summary

Hotel	Location	Dates	Nights	Pax	Booked Price	Total (HK$)	Per Person
La Giolitta	Barolo, Piedmont	Oct 17–19	2	4	HK$ 4,442	HK$ 4,442.00	HK$ 1,110.50
Agriturismo Borgo delle Vigne	Bologna (Zola Predosa)	Oct 19–21	2	4	HK$ 3,425	HK$ 3,425.00	HK$ 856.25
Wine Relais ColleMassari	Tuscany	Oct 21–23	2	4	RM 4,695.98	HK$ 9,129.45	HK$ 2,282.36
Guya Apartment (Night 1)	Florence	Oct 23	1	4	HK$ 6,415	HK$ 6,415.00	HK$ 801.88
Guya Apartment (Night 2)	Florence	Oct 24	1	3	HK$ 6,415	HK$ 6,415.00	HK$ 1,069.17
Hotel VIU Milan	Milan	Oct 25–26	1–2	4	Bonvoy points redeemed
Grand Total						HK$ 23,411.45

Per Person Breakdown

	Person A, B, C (both Florence nights)	Person D (Florence Night 1 only)
La Giolitta	HK$ 1,110.50	HK$ 1,110.50
Borgo delle Vigne	HK$ 856.25	HK$ 856.25
Wine Relais ColleMassari	HK$ 2,282.36	HK$ 2,282.36
Guya Apartment	HK$ 1,871.04	HK$ 801.88
Hotel VIU Milan	Redeemed
Total per Person	HK$ 6,120.15	HK$ 5,050.99

Italy Oct 2026

Italy — October 2026

Day-by-Day Plan

Piedmont — Turin, Alba, Barolo, Barbaresco

Turin — Half-Day Sightseeing (Day 1)

Where to Stay — Turin (1 night, Oct 16)

Winery Visits (Days 2–4)

G.D. Vajra / Luigi Baudana

Giuseppe Rinaldi

Bartolo Mascarello

Cascina delle Rose

Fratelli Alessandria

Roagna

Marchesi di Barolo

Fontanafredda

Gaja

Where to Eat

Don't-Miss Experiences

Alba White Truffle Fair

Truffle Hunting

Enoteca Regionale del Barolo

WiMu — Wine Museum

Wines to Seek Out Locally

Practical Tips

Bologna

Day 4 Evening — Arrival

Day 5 — Full Day Sightseeing

Where to Stay — Bologna (1–2 nights, Oct 19–20)

Must-Eat in Bologna

Tuscany — Montalcino & Montepulciano

Things to Do

Winery Visits

Enoteca la Fortezza

Conti Costanti

Siro Pacenti

Il Palazzone

Avignonesi

Consorzio del Vino Enoliteca

Banfi (Castello Banfi)

Antinori nel Chianti Classico

Where to Eat

Must-Eat in Tuscany

Firenze

Things to Do

Wine Bars & Enotecas

Le Volpi e l'Uva

Casa del Vino

Enoteca Bruni

Where to Eat

Where to Stay — Florence (2 nights, Oct 23–24)

Must-Eat in Florence

Milano

Things to Do

Where to Eat

Where to Stay — Milan (1–2 nights, Oct 25–26) ♥

Must-Eat in Milan

Accommodation Costs

Booking Summary

Per Person Breakdown