14 days in Langhe, Monferrato & Roero & Turin Itinerary

Bra is a town and comune in the province of Cuneo in the northwest Italian region of Piedmont. You'll discover tucked-away gems like Cave Bossea and Riserva Naturale dei Ciciu del Villar. Change things up with these side-trips from Bra: Parrocchiale di Maria Vergine Assunta (in Garessio), Saluzzo (Castiglia Di Saluzzo & Museo Civico Casa Cavassa) and Vicoforte (Chocolate Museum & Santuario Basilica di Montis Regalis). The adventure continues: explore the historical opulence of Castello della Manta, take in the architecture and atmosphere at Abbazia di Santa Maria di Staffarda, do a tasting at Marchesi di Barolo - Sede legale, magazzini e spedizioni, and contemplate the long history of Confraternita della SS. Trinita.

To find traveler tips, ratings, photos, and other tourist information, read Bra trip itinerary planning site.

Milan to Bra is an approximately 2.5-hour car ride. In June, daily temperatures in Bra can reach 30°C, while at night they dip to 18°C. Cap off your sightseeing on the 14th (Mon) early enough to go by car to Turin.

A city of technology and industry, Turin is in northwestern Italy, a one-hour drive from the French border and slightly more than that from the Mediterranean Sea.

Eschew the tourist crowds and head to Basilica di Maria Ausiliatrice and Museo Pietro Micca e dell'assedio di Torino del 1706. Venture out of the city with trips to Orta San Giulio (Sacro Monte di Orta, San Giulio Island, &more), Milan (Dialogo nel Buio, Duomo di Milano, &more) and Castello Reale di Sarre (in Sarre). The adventure continues: take in the awesome beauty at Colline di Torino, pause for some serene contemplation at Chiesa di Santa Maria del Monte dei Cappuccini, don't miss a visit to Via Po, and admire the masterpieces at MAO - Museo d'Arte Orientale.

For photos, more things to do, where to stay, and other tourist information, read Turin tour itinerary planner.

Traveling by car from Bra to Turin takes an hour. Traveling from Bra in June, expect nights in Turin to be about the same, around 18°C, while days are slightly colder, around 26°C. Finish your sightseeing early on the 23rd (Wed) to allow enough time to take a train back home.