A Gastronomic Journey from Bologna to Parma
Travel in first-class comfort from Bologna to Parma for a full day immersed in two of Italy's most iconic flavours: Parmigiano Reggiano DOP and prosciutto di Parma DOP. Visit a working dairy at dawn to watch the cheese being made, then move to a hilltop ham-curing facility for a guided walk through the ageing rooms.
The Experience in Detail
The day combines factory visits, generous tastings and a relaxed lunch of regional specialities, all with seamless transfers and an English-speaking guide. A first-class way to discover the Food Valley in just one day.
Highlights
Authentic producers
Visit working dairies, curing facilities and acetaie behind Parma's icons.
Producer-led tastings
Sample Parmigiano Reggiano, prosciutto di Parma and balsamic vinegar at the source.
Local guide
Travel with a passionate Parma food expert who knows the territory inside out.
Food Valley experience
An authentic immersion in the heart of Italy's most celebrated food region.
Tour Itinerary
- 1
2 starting location options:
Viale Paolo Borsellino, 31, Stazione Centrale
- 2
Transfer by car (30 minutes)
- 3
Cheese factory (1 hour)
Accompanied visit, Culinary tasting
- 4
Parma (1 hour)
Accompanied visit, Culinary tasting
- 5
Transfer by car (30 minutes)
- 6
2 drop-off locations:
Stazione Centrale, Viale Paolo Borsellino, 31 For reference only. Itineraries are may vary.
Indicative itinerary, subject to changes.
Gallery
What's included
- Return Italo high-velocity train pass, first class, from Bologna to Reggio Emilia – Medio Padana stop (where the option provides for it)
- Pickup service at Reggio Emilia high-speed station in a minivan (where the option provides for it)
- Shared transfer by private vehicle
- Guided tour and tasting at a Parmigiano Reggiano producer
- Guided visit with sampling session at a prosciutto crudo di Parma (Parma ham) producer
- Personal expenses and tips
- Anything not specifically mentioned in the inclusions
What's not included
- Transport to/from meeting point
- Tips and personal expenses
Good to know
Important
- Free cancellation up to 24 hours before
- Booking confirmation within 24h
- Required age and accessibility vary based on the specific tour
Good to know
- Please be at the stated meeting location ten minutes before the tour's planned start time.
- Should you arrive late, participation in the tour is not assured, and no reimbursements will be made.
- Our team will reach out the day before your tour to confirm every detail.
- Should you choose the train option, rendezvous with your guide at Reggio Emilia Medio Padana Train Station. Travelers will go by train independently on the outward leg as well as the return.
- Kindly let us know about any dietary intolerances, allergies or specific requirements ahead of time. We will make every effort to satisfy them, but we are unable to assure that they will be entirely managed during the tour.
- Should you choose the train option, no reimbursements will be made if trains are running late. If there is an industrial action, we will make every effort to gather information quickly, alert you, and collaborate with you to look at alternative arrangements.
Useful tips
- Come not too full — you'll taste many products
- Bring a snack for kids during pauses between tastings
- Ask your guide about less-touristy local markets to buy genuine products
Not allowed
- Smoking indoors