The Piedmont area of Italy nourishes you before you've taken a single bite. The vineyards here are UNESCO-protected, the wine cellars hold 100,000 bottles of living history, and the town of Bra gave birth to the Slow Food Movement as a deliberate act of resistance against speed. Seven days in this landscape, staying together in a private villa surrounded by forested hills and ancient stone villages, has a way of returning you to something you didn't realize you'd been missing. You'll hunt for truffles at dawn with a seasoned local expert and his scent-trained dogs. You'll visit the beekeepers and goat cheese makers who have kept these traditions alive for generations. You'll hike the Castagna Granda Trail to a chestnut tree closing in on 400 years. And you'll eat extraordinarily well, every single day, at long tables, in good company, without any reason to rush.

In Collaboration with Super Age

The Slow Food Movement was born here as a radical argument: that pleasure, taken seriously and shared generously, is not indulgence. It's a way of being alive. At Super Age, we recognize that as a longevity philosophy. Research increasingly confirms what Piedmont has always known, that savoring, sensory attention, and shared meals around a table are not luxuries. They are practices.

On every Super Age x AdventureWomen journey, a Super Age facilitator joins the group to guide a series of Awe Walks. In Piedmont, awe is woven into the landscape itself: in the hush of a forest at truffle-hunting hour, in the scale of a 400-year-old chestnut tree, in the particular stillness of a 19th-century wine cellar. The Awe Walks help you arrive fully in the places you move through, so that what nourishes you here has somewhere to land.

✓ The Slow Food philosophy, lived — farm visits with local beekeepers and goat cheese makers who have kept these traditions alive for generations.

✓ A private tour of The Wine Bank, a 19th-century cellar preserving 100,000 bottles of Italian wine, followed by a sommelier-led tasting.

✓ Chef-created dinners at your private villa, including a traditional Piedmontese feast prepared by local Italian "mamas" on your first night.

✓ Daily Awe Walks through UNESCO-protected vineyards, ancient chestnut forests, and medieval stone villages, guided by Super Age Founding Editor Heather Hurlock.

✓ A truffle hunt with a local expert hunter and his scent-trained dogs through the quiet forests of Monta.

✓ E-bike rides through rolling Roero hillsides past vineyards and medieval villages.

✓ A small community of women who showed up for the same reasons you did.

✓ Practices to bring home — a blueprint for finding pleasure, presence, and wonder in the ordinary.

Awe Walks

Super Age Awe Walks are a signature practice unique to our partnership with AdventureWomen, developed by awe researcher Dacher Keltner and Super Age Founding Editor Heather Hurlock. Grounded in decades of research showing how experiences of wonder shape human health, resilience, and longevity, Awe Walks are guided experiences that invite intentional attention to vastness, beauty, and novelty in the natural world.

In Piedmont, those moments arrive without announcement. A 400-year-old chestnut tree on a hillside trail. Morning light over the Roero vineyards. The particular hush of a forest before the truffle dogs find what they're looking for. The Awe Walks help you receive those moments fully, so that the beauty of this place becomes something you carry, not just something you witnessed.

Research shows that regular experiences of awe are associated with lower chronic stress and inflammatory markers, improved emotional regulation and mood, and a greater sense of connection, meaning, and time abundance.

Our Promise

You'll return not just rested, but genuinely nourished. Piedmont has always understood something longevity science is now confirming: that how we eat, move, and gather matters as much as what we consume. The Slow Food Movement didn't start here because the food was exceptional, though it is. It started here because someone understood that eating slowly, together, with attention, is a radical act. You'll leave with new friendships, new practices, and a renewed relationship with pleasure as something worth protecting.

Please note that all amenities were current when written and are subject to change at any time.

Casa Gallo

This luxury villa epitomizes elegance and comfort, offering an exceptional living experience in a lavish, modern setting. The ground floor welcomes you with a spacious living area, cozy sofas, a modern kitchen, and an elegant dining room adorned with a piano. Three double bedrooms complete this level. Upstairs, seven more double rooms offer luxurious accommodations. Each bedroom has its own private bathroom with shower. Air conditioning and laundry facilities ensure convenience throughout your stay.

Amenities: complimentary toiletries, hair dryer, daily housecleaning, washing machine and dryer, air conditioning, Wi-Fi, fully equipped kitchen

Arrival: Arrive in Milan, Italy (MXP) on Day 1 by 2:00 PM.

Departure: Depart from Milan, Italy (MXP) on Day 7 after 2:00 PM.

For women who enjoy staying active, balanced with some downtime, our Moderate trips offer a blend of movement and relaxation, perfect for those eager to explore while trying something new.

On a Moderate trip, you might:

• Enjoy walks or hikes along flat or gently rolling trails that are well-maintained for up to 3-5 hours some days

• Experience a variety of uneven surfaces, with terrain that may include forest paths, flat meadows, or short muddy sections

• Participate in moderate daily activity while still having time to relax each day

Arrive in Milan and transfer to your beautiful villa home in the UNESCO-protected Roero region for the next seven days. The drive— past hillside vineyards, ancient stone towns, and thick forests backdropped by Alpine peaks—offers a scenic introduction to the varied Piedmont terrain. Settle in and explore the interior and grounds of this lovely estate before making toasts and sharing stories at your lively Welcome Dinner at the villa with Italian “mamas”, two local ladies who will cook a traditional Piedmontese meal for your group.

Meals: dinner | Overnight: Casa Gallo

Set out for the hillside town of Santo Stefano Roero and enjoy a tranquil hike introducing you to the local flora, fruit orchards, and groves of chestnut trees. Continue to the ancient, vineyard-surrounded village of Canale, included on many of Italy’s “most beautiful villages” list. Choose a restaurant and savor a leisurely lunch before exploring the medieval lanes and tiny piazzas. The Roero region is known for its honey production, and you’ll meet with local beekeepers at a nearby farm, delving into the mysteries of the hive-to-honey cycle—and the fascinating bond between humans and bees. Finally, learn to prepare traditional regional dishes under a private Chef’s expert guidance, then savor your culinary creations during a leisurely dinner.

Meals: breakfast, dinner | Overnight: Casa Gallo

Embark on an immersive truffle hunting experience this morning, a time-honored tradition in the Roero area’s unique culinary heritage. Meet your seasoned “trifulau” (truffle hunter) in nearby Monta and head for the woods, together with his trusty dogs, “tabui,” famous for their keen sense of smell. Learn about the art, science, and history of truffle hunting as you walk through the quiet forest in search of Piedmont’s prized white and black truffles. Later, sit down together for a well-earned, and delicious, lunch, starring these fabulous fungi! Spend the afternoon enjoying leisure time at your villa before gathering for dinner at a local restaurant in Monteu Roero.

Meals: breakfast, lunch, dinner | Overnight: Casa Gallo

Venture to a nearby farm to discover another of Piedmont’s cherished gastronomic traditions—the artisanal world of goat cheese production. You’ll be warmly welcomed by the owner and introduced to the fascinating process, from goat-herding know-how to the steps to achieving a delicious product that reflects the earthy flavors of the region’s countryside. Afterward, enjoy a lively cheese tasting in this unique setting. Enjoy lunch on your own, then take a panoramic e-bike ride with a cycling guide. The beauty of the local landscape and clean fresh air are a special part of the Piedmont magic. End the day with a casual dinner at the villa.

Meals: breakfast, dinner | Overnight: Casa Gallo

Visit the village of Pollenzo, home of the first University of Gastronomic Sciences and The Wine Bank, a unique project dedicated to preserving the memory of Italian wines. Tour the 19th-century cellar where more than 100,000 bottles of Italy’s finest are carefully stored, then join a sommelier for a delightful wine tasting showcasing the diverse flavors of the region. Choose your own lunch spot in nearby Bra, the official birthplace of the Slow Food Movement that honors culinary tradition and seasonal foods. Spend the afternoon wandering the charming stone streets lined with shops, cafes, and gelato stands. In the evening, a skilled pizzaiolo will visit the villa to prepare a variety of authentic pizzas for you to enjoy fresh from the pizza oven.

Meals: breakfast, dinner | Overnight: Casa Gallo

Take a guided morning hike along the scenic Castagna Granda (giant chestnut) Trail, with views of the countryside, vineyards, and villages. Bask in the peacefulness of a grove of century-old chestnut trees, then step into a clearing dominated by a single magnificent tree closing in on 400 years. Afterward, indulge in a fabulous vineyard lunch with wine pairings, and spend the afternoon at leisure at your villa, basking in the slow pace of the region. Toast to your memorable days in this Italian paradise over a specially prepared and celebratory farewell dinner at the villa.

Meals: breakfast, lunch, dinner | Overnight: Casa Gallo

Savor a final breakfast and say goodbye to your villa hosts before your group transfers to Milan's Malpensa Airport (MXP).