Private tour in Turin Carol B

Turin Shroud Experience - Half Day Walking 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

This is the shroud in which, according to tradition, the body of Christ was wrapped in after he was lowered down from the cross. The modern history of the Shroud of Turin is closely connected with the history of the family that owned it and carefully stored it for hundreds of years, so besides stories about the Shroud, I will also make you discover the history of a noble family that fought for it. The Holy Shroud is not on display but I will take you to the chapel where it has been seated since the big fire of 1997. Join me to discover why, when and how the Shroud of Turin arrived here, visit the baroque architecture that it inspired and learn about the unresolved mystery behind the Shroud that still has the power to captivate people.

Your Turin tour itinerary

- We will visit the 1600s chapel that temporarily hosted the Shroud when it finally arrived in Turin in the 1580s, waiting for the ultimate chapel to be completed. - We will buy an admission ticket to the Royal Palace (not included in the cost of the tour), where we will walk into the footsteps of the Savoy Royal family to reach their private, 1600s Holy Shroud chapel - We will enjoy the amazing masterpiece of baroque architecture specifically designed for the Holy Shroud in the late 1600s. - Finally, you will be standing 10 meters from the shroud, in front of the chapel where it lays. I can customize this tour to your personal interests, so please let me know your preferences. Please wear comfortable shoes, as this tour requires 3 hours of walking.

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Transport details
Type: Walking

On foot only. The tour takes place in the city center that is 90% pedestrian.

What's included
Other: City maps.
Private Guide
What's not included
Other: Personal expenses. Euro 15,00 for admission to the original Holy Shroud Chapel per person. This is a combined ticket that will allow you to visit the 17th century masterpiece purposely built to accomodate the Holy Shroud, after a 20-year-long refurbishment from the 1997 fire and furthermore, the Royal Palace apartments, the Royal Armory, Galleria Sabauda picture gallery and the archeological museum.
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Tickets: EURO 15/person FOR ADMISSION TO THE HOLY SHROUD CHAPEL
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Meeting location

Turin, Piedmont, Italy

Santo Stefano NH Collection at Via Porta Palatina no. 19

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Other details
Tour categories
Religious Sites
History
Tour reference number
155513
Languages
English
Activity level
Moderate
Accessibility
Kid Friendly
Wheelchair Accessible
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This private tour in Turin is perfect for travellers interested in religious history, baroque architecture, and the mystery of the Shroud of Turin. It's also ideal for those who enjoy walking tours and want to connect with a local guide like Carol B. for deeper insights into the city's history.

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