Discover Parma’s Flavors: Parmigiano & Prosciutto Food Tour
Parma, IT
86% of travellers recommend this
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Duration 5 hours
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Small group tour
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Pick up and drop off included
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Expert local guide
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2 cheese tastings included
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Parma ham tasting included
Embark on a culinary journey through Parma's rich flavors, exploring the art of Parmigiano Reggiano and Prosciutto di Parma with expert guidance.
Featured Reviews
Included
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Parmigiano cheese tour and farmhouse visit -
Pick up and drop off in central parma nh hotel next to the train station
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Parma ham farmhouse tour
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Parma ham tasting with local bread and lambrusco wine
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2 different cheese tasting paired with balsamic vinegar and sparkling wine
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Headsets to hear the tour guide clearly
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Local expert guide
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All items not explicitly included are excluded.
Embark on a culinary journey through Parma's rich flavors, exploring the art of Parmigiano Reggiano and Prosciutto di Parma with expert guidance.
Highlights
- Visit a traditional Parmigiano Reggiano cheese factory
- Watch the cheese makers at work
- Taste the delicious cheese with honey and local wine
- Visit an organic Parma ham farm
- Taste delicious Parma ham with a glass of Malvasia
Meeting Point
NH hotel: Parma station, north exit Falcone/Borsellino, reach the NH hotel on the right. Our Van wait at the bus parking area in front of the hotel . After 10 minutes passed the scheduled time for pick up the vehicle will leave for its destination. https://goo.gl/maps/rKRNJAmEfvqUW7YM8
Viale Paolo Borsellino, 31, 43122 Parma PR , Italy
End Point
NH hotel: Parma station, north exit Falcone/Borsellino, reach the NH hotel on the right. Our Van wait at the bus parking area in front of the hotel . After 10 minutes passed the scheduled time for pick up the vehicle will leave for its destination. https://goo.gl/maps/rKRNJAmEfvqUW7YM8
Viale Paolo Borsellino, 31, 43122 Parma PR , Italy
What to expect
Viale Paolo Borsellino, 31
The tour starts early in the morning to reach a cheese factory and watch the Parmigiano Reggiano production. On the way you will see the typical countryside with the stables and the fields where grown up the specific dry and fresh forage fixed from Consortium for the cows that produce milk for Parmigiano Reggiano cheese.
Parma
Discover the secrets of Parmigiano Reggiano on a guided visit to a traditional caseificio (cheese factory) in Parma. Watch master cheese makers at work as they craft this iconic cheese, separating the whey and shaping it into its signature wheels. Follow the journey of the cheese through each stage of production. See the shaping and salting rooms, then step into the stagionatura where thousands of wheels age to perfection. Learn about the rigorous tests performed by the Consorzio, including the hammering of cheese wheels before the iconic fire branding ritual. Complete your experience with a tasting of Parmigiano Reggiano paired with Balsamic vinegar and sparkling regional wine. Sample 2 different aged cheeses and savor their rich flavors, while gaining insights into this EU-protected tradition.
120 minutes
Langhirano
We will proceed to the idyllic hills of Langhirano or Felino, home of Prosciutto di Parma Ham. Continue your gastronomic journey with an introduction to the history of Parma Ham, led by an expert guide. The tour begins in the cold phase, where fresh meat is processed. Watch as the finest cuts are selected for Parma Ham production, and observe the machines used for salting and refrigeration. Next, visit the aging rooms, filled with the distinct aromas of the ham. The guide explains the "battitura" process during aging, which leads to the coveted "crown" of Parma Ham. End the tour with a tasting of 24-month-aged Parma Ham, served with homemade bread and local wine from the hills of Parma.
180 minutes
Additional Information
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Public transportation options are available nearby -
Not recommended for pregnant participants
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Suitable for all physical fitness levels
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BOOK TRENITALIA TRAIN TICKETS HERE : https://tinyurl.com/wyhsadae
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Our tours will operate in bad weather as long as conditions are safe.
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No Luggage or large bags are allowed on the Van
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We kindly remind all guests that children of all ages must be included in the booking and are required to pay a fee, regardless of their age. This ensures we can provide sufficient space in the van for everyone. Unfortunately, if a child is not included in the reservation, we may not be able to accommodate them on the tour, as seating is limited.
What our experts say
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Book Trenitalia train tickets in advance. -
Try local restaurants in Langhirano.
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Bring a notebook for cheese-making tips.
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Don't miss the Balsamic vinegar tasting.
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Visit nearby Parma Cathedral after the tour.
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