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Beekeeping Tour and Honey Tasting Experience in Monferrato

Beekeeping Tour and Honey Tasting Experience in Monferrato

€48,00
€48,00
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Join an immersive beekeeping tour and honey tasting experience. Learn everything about the bees and the honey-making process, visit the apiary in person and finally taste some fresh honey.

  • Free cancellation, 24 hrs before
  • Duration: 1.5 hour
  • Strada Bricco Taragno 77, Villafranca d'Asti AT
  • Small groups up to 10 participants
  • Italian, English
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What travellers says ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐

  • Anja - Germany

    A truly magical and educational experience! I left with a whole new appreciation for bees and honey.

  • Mateo - Argentina

    Fascinating and immersive! From suiting up to tasting the honey, everything was beautifully done.

  • Chloe - Australia

    Loved every moment! The beekeeper was so passionate and the honey tasting was out of this world.

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Highlights

  • Discover the fascinating world of bees and their essential role in the ecosystem
  • Learn about the intricate processes that transform nectar into delicious honey
  • Venture into the apiary and witness the bustling activity of the bees up close
  • Taste a selection of 5 to 7 unique honey varieties, based on the year's harvest
  • Enjoy slices of crisp apple to cleanse the palate between tastings

Includes

  • Protective TNT suits and face shields
  • Professional beekeeper guide
  • Honey tasting session
  • Refreshments (apple slices and water)

Excludes

• Transportation to and from the location
• Additional food or wine purchases beyond the included tasting

Meeting point

La Collina del Miele

  • Strada Bricco Taragno 77, Villafranca d'Asti AT

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Embark on an unparalleled journey into the fascinating world of bees with this unique beekeeping experience at a multi-awarded honey producer. Begin with an introductory session that unveils the incredible life of bees and provides insight into honey production. Discover the essential role bees play in our ecosystem and learn about the intricate processes that transform nectar into delicious honey.

Next, venture into the apiary where protective TNT suits and face shields will be provided for a safe and immersive experience. A professional beekeeper will carefully explain their bee-havior and hive organization, demonstrating the inner workings of the hive while opening the boxes to reveal the bustling activity of the bees. Witness firsthand how these remarkable creatures live and work together in harmony.

After the apiary visit, transition to the laboratory where further insights into the honey-making process await. A comprehensive explanation of various production methods will illuminate how the sweet goodness is harvested and prepared.

Finally, indulge in a delightful honey tasting session featuring a selection of 5 to 7 unique honey varieties, based on the year's harvest. Experience the rich flavors and diverse profiles of the honey produced on-site. To enhance the tasting experience, enjoy slices of crisp apple to cleanse the palate between tastings, along with refreshing still or sparkling water.

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You will find this beekeeping experience in Villafranca d’Asti, about a 30-minute drive northeast of Asti, surrounded by vineyards and orchards.

By Car

Driving time: about 25 minutes

  1. Leave Asti heading southwest on SS10 toward Villafranca d’Asti.
  2. After about 15 km, take the exit for Villafranca d’Asti.
  3. Continue through the town center, then follow signs for Strada Bricco Taragno.
  4. Turn onto Strada Bricco Taragno and continue uphill until you reach number 77.

By Bus

From Asti, take bus 045AT toward Villafranca d’Asti. The journey takes approximately 30 minutes and stops at Cantarana – Bivio, which is just a 1-minute walk from Strada Bricco Taragno 77. Make sure to check the latest bus schedules on the local transport website or app before traveling.