Private tour in Turin Carol B

The Waldensian Trail of Faith - Half Day Tour from Torino

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Carol B.

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I was born in Toronto, Canada, where I spent my first childhood years. Still a young child, my family decided to return to Turin on a back to the roots spur. After the transoceanic move and a few years, I graduated in languages (English, Spanish and French) and attained a postgraduate degree as an English/Italian interpreter and translator, by which I landed my first few 9 to 5 job for want of independence; shortly I realised I needed more adventure to my life and I studied and qualified to become a licensed tour guide and registered with the Regione Piemonte tour guide board. Taking that step instantly propelled me into the world of tour guiding and allowed me to co-found my own tour guide company. Those years forged my deep knowledge of Turin and the entire Piedmont region. I specialised as an organiser and supervisor for didactic trips concerned with archaeology, Egyptology, Modern and Contemporary Art and History of Risorgimento. Since then, taking care of groups of all sizes and nature and showing them around one of the most surprisingly interesting areas of Italy, Turin and its region, has become my mission. After a 8-year unforgettable experience in a team, it was time for me to go solo and since then I have increased my knowledge of the territory and its hotels, resorts, sightseeing spots and territorial bodies. I have specialised in press and educational trips for both private and public companies, and I have distinguished myself as a location and site manager and site producer for a number of television broadcasting companies shooting on location their programmes and documentaries. A key role position in the NBC television production as a tour guide and VIP welcoming and tours manager, together with a variety of trouble shooting and problem solving issues during the 2006 Winter Olympic Games, has allowed me to push my organisational skills and the ability to liaise with multicultural environments even further. My private walking tours and public tours around this corner of Italy have proved to be among the best on offer in Turin. And for the more curious eye, the following lists in detail the main companies I have worked for throughout the years: Olivetti & C. S. p. A. ; Osai A-B (Rockwell Group); Associazione Culturale Itineraria, founder partner; Time Out Guides Limited, contributor to the Turin Guide's first edition; Regione Piemonte, several and different collaborations; Discovery Channel, for programmes "Torino 2006 - The traveller's Guide", "Stranded with Cash Peters - Turin Episode"; NBC - New York Corporate Events, as VIP educational management and supervisor. And more adventure is to come… Certified Tour guide since 1994. Certified Tour manager since 1995.

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Overview of your Turin tour

I've been visiting this area since I was a teenager: my family and I would spend our weekends in the Pellice valley, so I've known the area, the history and the people for a long time. The Waldensian Trail of Faith is a tour tracing the religious heritage of the Waldensian people who were fierecly persecuted by the local rulers since the 1600s up to the late 1800s. after adehring to the Reformation: this is the reason why this community fled Torino to freedom, all the way up to the mountains. We will peer into the cave where the Waldensians worshipped in secret, hike to the ancient 'seminary' where they translated the first full Bible into French and we will visit the school where boys and girls were educated. Please take note that to visit all the Waldesian sites on my tour, it is necessary to be able to do a little, light/medium hicking. No special mountain shoes are required, just a pair of good quality trainers or light boots.

Your Turin tour itinerary

This duration of the tour includes transportation from Torino to the Waldensien valley. - An estimate one and a half drive from Torino to the town of Angrogna where we take the road to a cluster of original Waldensien sites: the boarding school for young, future preachers, their kitchens and forestry; the women's museum, the Beckwith school, the 1800s temple and the original rock temple where you better not suffer from claustrophobia! - After wandering about paths and sites, we will hop on back into driver's vehicle and drive to the Waldensien "vatican", Torre Pellice where we will walk through the main, presently-used Waldensien places: museum (no admission), the temple, the Home where the yearly Synod takes place. - Drive back to Torino.

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Transport details
Type: Private Transportation / Category: Sedan

We will drive in a hired vehicle (Mercedes V Class) from Torino city center to Val Pellice mountain valley For an experienced hiker the trail to get to the Cave temple is easy and for a novice hiker it is moderate. The trail consists of a flat trail in the forest and 2 steep ramps of steps.

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Turin, Piedmont, Italy

A professional driver and I will pick you up at your place of stay, only if centrally located. Please state full address and name of your accommodation place

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Tour categories
Religious Sites
History
Tour reference number
55648
Languages
English
Activity level
Light
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Kid Friendly
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This private tour in Turin is ideal for travellers interested in religious history and cultural heritage, particularly those fascinated by the Waldensian community's history. It's also suitable for those who enjoy light hiking and want to explore historical sites with a knowledgeable local guide like Carol B. Families with children will find it kid-friendly, and it's perfect for small groups up to six people.

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