xplore the food heritage of Emilia Romagna through the places where its celebrated specialties are made. From Parma’s dairies and curing rooms to Modena’s traditional vinegar cellars, this six-hour guided tour reveals the craftsmanship and patient aging behind every tasting.
Begin at an authentic Parmigiano Reggiano dairy, where cheesemakers transform fresh cheese into the wheels that will mature into this renowned specialty. Follow the process through the brine room and a warehouse lined with thousands of aging wheels. Then taste two different maturations, paired with local wine, to discover how time shapes their flavor and texture.
Continue to the hills of Parma for a closer look at Prosciutto di Parma. Explore the production and aging rooms while learning about the delicate curing process, then enjoy 24-month-aged Parma Ham served with rustic bread and wine from the Parma hills.
Your final stop takes you to Modena, where a traditional acetaia reveals the world of balsamic vinegar. Discover how aging in wooden barrels develops its character, learn the differences between PDO Traditional Balsamic Vinegar and PGI Balsamic Vinegar, and finish with a tasting of this treasured Italian specialty.
Each stop brings a new flavor and a deeper appreciation of the traditions behind Emilia Romagna’s most memorable foods.
Experience Highlights
- Explore a traditional Parmigiano Reggiano dairy and its aging warehouse.
- Taste two maturations of Parmigiano Reggiano with local wine.
- Discover the curing process behind Prosciutto di Parma.
- Enjoy 24-month-aged Parma Ham with rustic bread and local wine.
- Visit a traditional balsamic vinegar producer in Modena.
- Learn about PDO and PGI balsamic vinegar and enjoy a vinegar tasting.
Tour Details
- Duration: 6 hours
- Departure: 8:30 AM
- Languages: English and Italian
- Mobile voucher: Accepted
- Confirmation: Instant
What’s Included
- Tour guide
- Headsets to hear the guide clearly
- Pick-up and drop-off
- Admission tickets
- Tastings
Not Included
- Gratuities
Important Information
- A minimum of 2 participants is required.
- The tour takes place rain or shine.
- The guide will wait a maximum of 10 minutes after the scheduled departure time.
- Sandals, flip-flops, and other open-toed shoes are not permitted.
- Pets and strollers are not permitted.
- This activity is not suitable for wheelchair users or people with severe mobility limitations.
- Please indicate at the time of booking if children aged 6 or under will be participating.
- Pick-up times from the meeting point may vary depending on local traffic.
Meeting Point
Departure time: 8:30 AM
Arrival time: Please arrive at 8:15 AM, 15 minutes before departure.
Address: Viale Giovanni Falcone, 48a, 43122 Parma PR, Italy.
