From Bologna: Parma, Parmesan and Ham Tour by Train 1st Class
Descriptions come from the operator and are translated automatically.
- 8 hours
- Free cancellation up to 24h before
- 2 languages
- Instant confirmation
Highlights
Live an experience in the Food Valley with a tour dedicated to the excellence of Parma, among the cradle of Made in Italy campaigns. You can choose between leaving Bologna by first class train with private driver from the AV station, or prefer the smart formula departing directly from Parma. The first stop is at a Parmigiano Reggiano cheese factory: between golden shapes and intense aromas, you will discover the secrets of an ancient craftsmanship and participate in a guided tasting of different maturations of the king of cheeses. Continue with a visit to a historic ham factory, nestled in the hills where the famous Parma Ham DOP is born. Here you will learn the secrets of salting and seasoning, concluding with a rich taste of the fine cured meat. Afterwards, you will return to the station for the return journey to Bologna or be taken back to the departure point in Parma. A comfortable and authentic food tour, perfect to discover Parma through its truest flavors.
Inclusions
What's included
- Guided tour and tasting at a Parma ham producer
- Guided tour and tasting at a Parmigiano Reggiano producer
- Italo high-speed train ticket in first class from Bologna to Reggio Emilia AV (if selected at Reservation)
- Shared transfer by private vehicle
- Pick up at Reggio Emilia AV station (if you select the option by train from Bologna)
What's not
- Tips
- Anything not expressly mentioned in the inclusions
Itinerary
The first stop on our tour is at a dairy that produces Parmigiano Reggiano, the most famous aged cheese in the world. During this experience, customers will have the opportunity to see all stages of production. They will see how the large wheels of Parmigiano Reggiano are made, how they are handled by the skilled hands of the cheesemakers and, finally, how they are arranged for ageing. Of course, the most eagerly awaited moment is the tasting. Guests will be able to taste at least two different ages of Parmigiano Reggiano accompanied by breadsticks and a glass of fine wine. There is also the opportunity to purchase Parmigiano Reggiano at the shop.
For lovers of prosciutto, this stop will be truly mouth-watering. At the Ziveri Prosciuttificio, customers will see the wonderful process of salting and curing the true and unique Parma prosciutto. The guided tour ends with a rich and delicious tasting of Parma prosciutto accompanied by bread and wine.
Cancellation
Free cancellation up to 24 hours before the experience starts, for a full refund.
Know before you go
- Meeting point
- For those who select the "smart experience" departing directly from Parma, train tickets are not included. The meeting with the Tour Leader and the rest of the group is in front of the NH hotel in Parma, Viale Paolo Borsellino, 31, 43122 Parma PR
- Pickup
- Everyone meets at the starting point; there is no pickup.
- Ticket type
- Mobile or paper ticket accepted
- Group size
- Up to 15 travellers
- Operated by
- Nearby Italy - Just around the corner
- Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller
- Public transportation options are available nearby
- Infants are required to sit on an adult’s lap
- Suitable for all physical fitness levels
How it compares in Bologna
- Its from-price is 51% below the median of the 67 day trips we list in Bologna.
- Its length is typical for the group.
- The operator lists free cancellation on it.
About Bologna
Bologna, capital of Emilia-Romagna, is a red-roofed university city of arcaded streets, leaning towers and some of Italy's richest food.
Bologna has a university founded in 1088, one of the oldest in Europe, and students fill the medieval centre. Miles of porticoes shelter the streets, and Piazza Maggiore is the main square, with the Basilica of San Petronio and the Fountain of Neptune. Two leaning brick towers, Asinelli and Garisenda, rise from the old crossroads, and the Asinelli can be climbed.
Top-ranked sights in Bologna: San Petronio Basilica (Basilica di San Petronio), Bologna Piazza Maggiore, Two Towers (Due Torri).
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