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8 hours 30 minutes
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A behind-the-scenes tour that takes you through the production rooms of a Parmigiano Reggiano dairy and the farm areas which are usually closed to the public. With a private guide totally dedicated to you and your family or friends, you’ll have the chance to see first-hand the passion and craftsmanship that lead to the creation of the king of cheeses every morning. A slow-paced tour that leads you to discover the details of production technology, ancient tools and modern materials and ends with a delicious vertical tasting of Parmigiano Reggiano, to learn how to taste it like a cheese sommelier. The second stop of the morning takes us to discover the secrets of Culatello of Zibello, visiting a farm devoted to the recovery of ancient local breeds. We’ll observe the vegetable gardens, the vineyards and enter the magnificent cellars. Enjoy the masterpieces of the local culinary tradition such as Culatello, Spalla, Salami having a lunch based on local delicacies and wine.
Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller
Specialized infant seats are available
Suitable for all physical fitness levels
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.
Our experience starts in the early morning with a visit to a Parmigiano Reggiano dairy, a small company between Parma and Reggio Emilia that handles the entire supply chain. A private local guide will be dedicated to you and your family or group of friends throughout the day and will answer your questions, explaining what you are observing step by step. You’ll see the whole production process of the king of cheeses, from the feeding of milking cows to the aging of the cheese. You’ll be able to experience the scooping of the huge cheese mass out of the kettle side by side with the master cheesemaker, immersing yourself in the scents of the production room. The visit will end with a delicious vertical tasting of Parmigiano Reggiano cheese. You will learn how to taste it like a cheese sommelier, analyzing it through the sense of sight, smell, and taste.
Roccabianca
We will have a Photo stop at the Castle of Roccabianca. Our route to the discovery of the Parma Lowlands starts crossing by car the strip of land running from the northern outskirts of Parma to Roccabianca, near the meandering of the Taro river, to reach Zibello and Polesine Parmense, places where it seems as if time has stood still.
Description: Parmigiano Reggiano Dairy Visit followed by Tasting and Culatello Farm Visit followed by Lunch Duration: 8 hours Lunch included Meeting the guide at 7.30 am Self-Drive Price : You must provide your own vehicle
Description:: Parmigiano Reggiano Dairy Visit followed by Tasting and Culatello Farm Visit followed by Lunch Duration: 8 hours Lunch included Pickup at 7.30 am Price including transportation: Price including a private vehicle (car/minivan) with Professional Driver Pickup included Pickup included
Professional local guide
Local wine
Bottled water
Traditional fresh egg pasta
Tastings of 12, 24, 30 and 36 months old Parmigiano Reggiano cheese and fresh ricotta cheese
Admission fees
Option 1 includes Transportation
Salad
Homemade focaccia
Coffee and/or Tea
Traditional desserts
Large selection of cured meat: Culatello of Zibello, Coppa, Pancetta or Lard, Salami, Strolghino...
Option 2 does not include Transportation
Select a pickup point
For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.
2 reviews
Total reviews and rating from Viator & Tripadvisor
Alexander W,Feb 13, 2024
- Review from Viator
Michelle was the best tour guide we could have asked for! We didn't know too much about what to expect, it was a one on one, personal tour with the guide... just my husband, myself, Michelle (guide), and the driver. We got to visit a small dairy farm/factory that produced the most delicious ricotta and parmesan cheeses. Michelle is extremely knowledgeable about Parma's history and the cheese making process. We also visited Antica Corte Pallavicina Relais and their restaurant Hosteria del Maiale, this was a gem. Here you view a beautiful historic building, absolutely breath taking and a cellar with culatello that is absolutely to die for. Can't recommend this tour enough, so worth the money and time. Can't thank Michelle enough for a memory of a life time!!!





chelseat555,May 18, 2023
- Review from Tripadvisor
Roberta was amazing!! So kind and detailed with the entire trip. It was beyond amazing and we learned so much. The farm visit was our favorite and the food was so good. Would definitely book again!
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