A Journey through the Authentic Flavours of Emilia-Romagna
From Bologna, head into Emilia-Romagna for a day combining four culinary icons — prosciutto di Parma DOP, Parmigiano Reggiano DOP, aceto balsamico tradizionale and local wine — with a stop at the Ferrari museum in Maranello or Modena.
The Experience in Detail
Producer visits, generous tastings, a regional lunch and the unmistakable roar of red engines: an experience for every sense, designed to capture the heart and palate of the Italian Motor Valley in a single 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
3 pickup location options:
Florence, Bologna, Modena
- 2
Van (80 minutes)
- 3
Cheese factory (1 hour)
Visit, Cheese tasting, Culinary tasting
- 4
Van (10 minutes)
- 5
Hidden gem (1 hour)
Visit, Accompanied visit, Culinary tasting, Regional food
- 6
Van (1 hour)
- 7
Ferrari Museum (1 hour)
Visit
- 8
Van (30 minutes)
- 9
Winery
Visit, Wine, Lunch, Sightseeing, Culinary tasting (2.75 hours)
- 10
Van (1 hour)
- 11
3 drop-off locations:
Modena, Bologna, Florence For reference only. Itineraries are may vary.
Indicative itinerary, subject to changes.
Gallery
What's included
- Hotel pick-up and drop-off from Bologna city center;
- Transportation for the duration of the tour with an air-conditioned vehicle (semi-private tour with maximum 8 participants)
- Guided visit & tasting at a Parmigiano Reggiano dairy;
- Guided visit & sampling at a production of Traditional Balsamic Vinegar, PDO;
- Guided visit & tasting of Prosciutto Ham;
- Guided visit & tasting at a winery;
- 3-course lunch composed of a starter, first course and dessert, in the company of wine and water, at the premises of balsamic or wine producer;
- Skip-the-line entrance tickets to Ferrari museum in Maranello (no guided visit);
- Gratuities;
- Tips or other personal expenses
What's not included
- Transport
- Meals
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
- All the visits and samplings will be held by the local hosts, no private guide will be accompanying you during your day. You will visit 2 local producers, one that produces cheese and prosciutto, another - wine and balsamic, where you will also have lunch.
- Please let us know about any food allergy or intolerance ahead of time, it could be not possible to satisfy last-minute requests.
- Please be on time for your scheduled pickup, as it's not possible to accommodate late arrivals. No refunds will be possible in such instances.
- The visits will be held in the countryside farms, make sure you have suitable attire and footwear. Inside the cellar / storage / etc. the temperature could be low even during summer period.
Useful tips
- Book in advance to ensure availability
- Verify the language of the guide before booking
- Combine with other experiences for a richer stay
What to bring
- Comfortable clothes