Parmigiano Reggiano Parma Ham and Castle Private Tour & Tasting Discount Tickets

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Overview

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.

Meeting and Pickup

Meeting point

You will meet the guide in front of Emily Way Bar in Via Marco Emilio Lepido, 215, 43122 San Prospero PR at 7.30 am.

End Point

End point

If you selected the "Self-Drive" Option, the tour will end at the exit of Torrechiara Castle. If you selected the "Transportation included" Option, the tour will end at the pick-up location.

Pickup Information

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.

Language Offered

English-GUIDE

Italian-GUIDE

Itinerary

1. Via J. F.Kennedy, 18
We will visit an authentic Parmigiano Reggiano cheese dairy and the visit will be followed by tasting.
Duration: 150 mins
2. Langhirano
We will head to a Prosciutto plant crossing the amazing Parma hills region. We will visit a plant where famous Prosciutto di Parma is produced and the visit will be followed by tasting. We will discover the secrets of the sweetness of Prosciutto di Parma visiting all the rooms used during the production process: the salting area and machines, the first and the second salting, the preresting, the resting, the washing, the precuring and the curing rooms. The visit will be followed by tasting of Prosciutto di Parma and traditional cured meats with a glass of DOC Parma hills wine.
Duration: 75 mins
3. Castello Di Torrechiara
We will end with a stroll through the gorgeous mediaeval hamlet of Torrechiara and a visit to the castle, still perfectly preserved in the grand and imposing architecture, located near Langhirano in the middle of a vast wine area characterised by gentle slopes and rolling hills. If you want to discover the heart and soul of the Parma territory, this tour was made for you!
Duration: 60 mins

Inclusion

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

Exclusion

Option 2 does not include Transportation

Cancellation Policy

Check mark icon Refundable tickets

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

  • 100% refund if cancelled 1+ days before the start date
  • 0% refund if cancelled less than 1 day(s) before the start date

Additional Info

Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller

Specialized infant seats are available

Suitable for all physical fitness levels

Minimum drinking age is 18 years.

Please advise any specific dietary requirements at time of booking.

Available for gluten free with prior notice. Please advise when booking.

Not available for vegans and vegetarians.

This is a private tour, run exclusively for you and your family or friends.

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.

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