Slow Parma Food Experience Half Day Private Tour and Tasting Discount Tickets

Overview

Looking for an authentic experience, far from the major tourist flows, to discover the soul and traditions of the Italian Food Valley? Come and discover Emilia Romagna and its food excellences, Parmigiano Reggiano and Prosciutto di Parma, at a slow pace, relying on the professionalism of a local and experienced private guide dedicated to you and your friends or family. You will follow the whole production chain, from the feeding of milking cows to the aging of the cheese wheels in the foodies heaven, the astounding Parmigiano Reggiano warehouse. You will closely watch the cheese master’s experienced hands during the breaking of the curd and his deft movements during the lifting of the cheese out of the kettle. The visit will end with a delightful tasting of different ageings of cheese. We will transfer to the hills of Parma to visit one of the plants where the inimitable Prosciutto is produced. The tour will end with a lunch of typical Parma delicacies and wine from the Parma Hills.

Meeting and Pickup

End Point

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

Inclusion

Professional local guide

2 Glasses of exquisite DOC Parma Hills Wine

Bottled water

Tasting of 12, 24, 30 and 36 months old Parmigiano Reggiano cheese and fresh ricotta cheese

Parmigiano Reggiano Cheese Dairy Admission fee

Lunch: Traditional cured meat products such as Prosciutto di Parma, Coppa, Pancetta and Salame

Option 1 includes Transportation

Traditional Fresh Homemade Pasta (2 types)

A choice of Traditional Cakes

Parma Ham Plant Admission fee

Tea and coffee

Exclusion

Option 2 does not include Transportation

Cancellation Policy

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

Wheelchair accessible

Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller

Specialized infant seats are available

All areas and surfaces are wheelchair accessible

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.