Immerse Yourself in the Gastronomic Tradition of Emilia-Romagna
Departing from Bologna's Piazza Maggiore, travel with your guide into the Emilian countryside for visits and tastings at a Parmigiano Reggiano DOP dairy and a traditional balsamic vinegar acetaia.
The Experience in Detail
Four to five hours of authentic, memorable encounters with two Italian icons known around the world — a defining day for any food lover visiting Bologna.
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
Starting/pickup location
Depends on the selected option
- 2
Antico Podere Emilia (30 minutes)
Breakfast
- 3
Cheese factory (2 hours)
Accompanied visit
- 4
Via dell'Inferno (30 minutes)
Accompanied visit
- 5
Antico Podere Emilia (30 minutes)
Wine, Cheese tasting, Culinary tasting
- 6
Province of Reggio Emilia (45 minutes)
Accompanied visit
- 7
Province of Reggio Emilia (20 minutes)
Culinary tasting
- 8
3 drop-off locations:
Piazzale Guglielmo Marconi, 6, Reggio Emilia AV Mediopadana, Albinea Other stop For reference only. Itineraries are may vary.
Indicative itinerary, subject to changes.
Gallery
What's included
- Parmigiano Reggiano and balsamic vinegar experience
- Train station pickup and drop-off (if option selected)
- Transportation by air-conditioned minivan (if option selected)
- Guide
- Welcome cappuccino
- Erbazzone cake
- Cheese factory tour
- Cows and calves visit
- Cheese tasting (3 cheeses aged for different periods)
- Salami coppa, Parma Ham, and salame nostrano tasting
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
- In case you arrive by train and nead the transfer let me know immediately after booking and wait for my instructions before buying the rail ticket.
- the start and end time of the tour may change from the one indicated. It is always better to send me a message via Whatsapp before booking trains
- In case you arrive with your car you will find free parking in every location.
- Guide
- Transportation
- Value for money
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 shoes
Not allowed
- High-heeled shoes
- Smoking in the vehicle
- Electric wheelchairs
- Food and drinks in the vehicle