Private tour in Turin Carol B

Torino and Beyond - Venaria Reale Full Day Tour

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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

As a long time resident and local guide, my joke is that I wouldn't be surprised to discover that all Torinesi have an S tatoo somewhere on their body (S standing for Savoy family). I like giving this tour because it gives a broader perspective on this family that started off as a dukedom and worked its way up the power ladder to Kings of Italy. The whole city speaks of this ruling family. My other joke is that when you walk in the streets of this city and you see a horse statue, there's no need to ask yourself who that statue portrays because in 99% of cases, it's one of them! The Savoys gave to Torino its status of first Italian capital: this obviously resulted into centuries of build and digging that included both the city center and its suburban and mountain areas. This 6-hour tour will take you from Torino's stately downtown buildings, churches and squares to the Savoy's equivalent of the Versailles summer palace: La Venaria Reale.

Recent Reviews

Simon D.United Kingdom
June 2026

We have just spent three days with Carol touring around Turin and its environs. Carol is a delight. She expertly guided us to the sights that were of interest to us, providing us with interesting anecdotes as well as informative details about the House of Savoy and its enduring impact on Turin, Italy and the Europe. We have loved our stay in Turin, with Carol playing a major role in promoting our affection for the effortlessly elegant Torinese, their cuisine and the beauty of the Piedmonte region.

Valeria S.United States
October 2024

Carol was very pleasant, dependable, totally in tune with our needs and interests, also patient since we were not fast walkers. She is very knowledgeable of the History of Italy and the Piedmont region. Her English is perfect and she was creative in handling our day Truffle Hunting, since it happened to be raining all day and we still had a great day with the truffle hunter and wine tasting and a delicious lunch. We highly recommend Carol as your guide in Turin.

Thomas W.United States
April 2024

Carol is a wonderful guide and host for this beautiful city. She is knowledgeable and engaging , with fun and interesting historical and architectural insights. My tour was more like a visit with a friend walking around and talking about the city than a guided tour, and it can't get better than that. I give her the highest recommendation.

Pete P.United States
May 2023

Carol is a marvelous guide of Venarie Reale! I strongly recommend you use her... she is fun and engaging with great knowledge of the this delightful hunting lodge. We enjoyed every minute with her!!

Dmitry O.United States
March 2023

we had an amazing time with a great, knowledgeable, and fun tour guide. Carol was able to show us Turin main and outside the city attractions, even taking us outside the planned itinerary. She organized a driver, clean, luxury car with a fun driver who quickly became a part of our " group". I highly recommended carol for your next upcoming visit to Turin region.

Jerry G.United States
October 2022

Carol Bazzani picked us up with driver in luxury Mercedes for a comprehensive tour of the superb Residenze Reali Sabaude, Savoy hunting lodges. Carol, having spent her early life in Canada speaks English fluently. On returning to Torino, she hosted us for walking tour of the best of chocolates of Torino with lots of free samples. We were so impressed with Carol that we hired her for a tour of the former FIAT factory in Lingotto outside of Torino a few days later. We are US seniors.

Your Turin tour itinerary

PLEASE TAKE NOTE THAT THIS TOUR IS NOT AVAILABLE ON MODAYS (closing day of the Venaria hunting lodge). - The tour begins driving in a comfortable Mercedes car to the northern district of Torino where the Savoy's 1600-huntung grounds of La Venaria Reale sit. - After touring the Palace's stately rooms and gardens (approx. 3 hours), we will hop back into our car to Torino's city center. - There, you will be exposed to the Savoy's architecture that is a testament to the great artists and architects that have contributed to the rich history of the city. - Some of the places we will visit are: the Royal palace, the Holy Shroud chapel (with no admission), the main squares lined with baroque grandeur.

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Transport details
Type: Private Transportation / Category: Bus

This is mostly a walking tour but we will have to travel to the northern suburban area (approx. 10kms) to reach the Savoy's hunting lodge and in that case we will use the services of my faithful driver Mauro and his luxury Mercedes class V equipped with: AC, WIFI, apple&Samsung battery charger,1 small bottle of water per p.

What's included
Other: 1 small bottle of water per person.
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What's not included
Other: Personal expenses. Euro 20 per person to be admitted to the Royal Hunting grounds of La Venaria Reale and its gardens
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Turin, Piedmont, Italy

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Tour categories
City Highlights
History
Tour reference number
87929
Languages
English
Activity level
Moderate
Accessibility
Wheelchair Accessible

Traveller reviews

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This private tour in Turin is perfect for travellers who are interested in history, architecture, and the legacy of the Savoy family. It's also ideal for those who want to explore both the city centre and its surrounding areas with a knowledgeable local guide like Carol B. The tour is wheelchair accessible, making it suitable for travellers with mobility concerns.

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