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Parmigiano Reggiano Parma Ham and Castle Private Tour & Tasting

5.00(10)Bologna· Food capital · porticoesEnglish, Italian2 options

Don’t just visit the Parma hillside, taste it! Emilia is truly stunning! We will explore picture-postcard villages, vine-planted hillsides, rolling countryside. Parma hillside food trail is a mouthwatering showcase of artisan producers and foodies throughout the Parma hillside. We are passionate about food heritage, its artisan-producers' stories and the skill and innovation of its chefs. History, art, legend and folklore form the perfect blend of adventure in the Parma hillside. We will visit a Parmigiano Reggiano cheese dairy during the production process and taste different ageings of Parmigiano Reggiano. We will head to a Prosciutto plant crossing the amazing Parma hills region. We will discover the secrets of the sweetness of Prosciutto di Parma visiting all the rooms used during the production process and tasting it. We will end with a stroll through the gorgeous mediaeval hamlet of Torrechiara and a visit to the castle, still perfectly preserved in the imposing architecture.

Languages
English, Italian

What's included

Professional local guide
Castle of Torrechiara ticket
Tasting of Prosciutto di Parma and traditional cured meats such as Culatta and Fiocco
Tasting of 12, 24, 30 and 36 months old Parmigiano Reggiano cheese and fresh ricotta cheese
Option 1 includes Transportation
Parmigiano-Reggiano cheese dairy admission fee
Prosciutto di Parma Plant admission fee
A glass of exquisite DOC Parma hills wine and Bottled water

Meeting point & pickup

Hotel pick-up and drop-off is included in the "Price including transportation" option. Pick-up and drop-off is intended within a radius of 15 kilometres of the city centre (Piazza Garibaldi in Parma). If your location is not among the pick up points listed, contact us to receive a customized quote for the extra transportation service. When travelers select the "Self-Drive Price" option, we'll see them at the Departure Point, they must provide their own transport and follow the guide in a separate car.

Cancellation

For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.

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Price including transportation
Price including transportation: Price including a private vehicle (car/minivan) with Professional Driver Pickup included
Self-Drive Price
You must provide your own transport and follow the guide in a separate car

Where you'll be

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Where this sits in Bologna

Bologna is about 8 min by road from Bologna Marconi Airport. The food capital, and it does not have to try. Porticoes for miles, a real university city rather than a museum piece, and Modena and Parma close enough for a day out.

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