Parmigiano, Balsamic & Winery Tour with Light Lunch from Bologna
- 5 hours
- Free cancellation up to 24h before
- Guided in English
- Instant confirmation
Highlights
Maximize your time with this half-day immersion into Italy's Food Valley. Escape Bologna to go behind the scenes of the region's icons. Witness the birth of Parmigiano Reggiano at an artisanal dairy, and discover an ancient Acetaia to taste "Black Gold" Balsamic. Exclusive highlight: taste a unique cherry-based balsamic condiment in a house surrounded by cherry trees. Crown your morning at a family-run winery with a vineyard walk and a glass of fresh Pignoletto. Enjoy a "Pranzo Contadino" (Country Lunch) featuring premium cured meats, artisanal cheeses, and others local wines like Lambrusco and Barbera. This is the "full experience in half the time," offering deep cultural insight and world-class gastronomy. Designed for foodies seeking a premium, intimate atmosphere with comfortable transport, returning to Bologna by early afternoon with your day still wide open. Experience the soul of Emilian tradition through its people, scenic hills, and authentic flavors.
Inclusions
What's included
- Round trip transportation from Bologna by minivan or mini-coach
- Parmigiano Reggiano dairy tour with guided production visit and regional tastings
- Small-group tour up to 25 guests
- Light country lunch featuring local wines, regional specialties, and artisanal breads
- Traditional balsamic vinegar cellar tour with premium spoon tasting
- Local expert tour leader for an authentic, insider-led experience
What's not
- Hotel Pick-Up and Drop-Off is not available
Itinerary
Meet your expert tour leader at Bologna Central Bus Station and start your journey in a comfortable minivan discovering culinary traditions.
Artisanal Dairy. Witness the Mastro Casaro craft Parmigiano Reggiano. Enjoy a rich breakfast with warm ricotta, aged cheese, and crispy parmesan chips.
Ancient Acetaia. Enter the world of "Black Gold." Discover the aging process in centuries-old barrels and enjoy a technical "spoon tasting," including a unique cherry-based balsamic condiment.
Family Winery. A spectacular conclusion: take a walk through the vineyards with a glass of Pignoletto. Follow with a guided tasting of Lambrusco and Barbera during a "Pranzo Contadino" lunch with premium cured meats and seasonal specialties.
Scenic drive back, arriving in the late morning perfectly satisfied and with the afternoon still ahead.
Cancellation
Free cancellation up to 24 hours before the experience starts, for a full refund.
Reviews
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Know before you go
- Meeting point
- Meet our Tour Leader in front of the bus station entrance.
- Pickup
- Everyone meets at the starting point; there is no pickup.
- Ticket type
- Mobile or paper ticket accepted
- Group size
- Up to 25 travellers
- Operated by
- CAF Tour and Travel - Gray Line Florence
- Public transportation options are available nearby
- Suitable for all physical fitness levels
- During the dairy tour you will explore the dairy production process behind the scenes. For safety reasons, visitors must wear closed-toe shoes with non-slip rubber soles, as some areas may be wet or slippery.
- It is mandatory to arrive at the meeting point at the mentioned check in time. In case of delay it will not be possible to join the group, nor to have a refund or reschedule the excursion.
- Please note: this tour includes activities and walking routes that are not suitable for wheelchair users.
How it compares in Bologna
- Its from-price is 35% below the median of the 67 day trips we list in Bologna.
- It is shorter than most of them.
- By number of reviews it ranks 12 of 67.
- 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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