Secrets of Parmigiano Reggiano and Balsamic Vinegar
Overview
Available languages
6 hours
Mobile ticket
I’ll bring you along a complete tour to discover all the steps of Parmigiano Reggiano’s production. We’ll see where the animals are bred and where the milk is mould. We’ll go into the cheese factory during milk processing and we'll witness in cooking and making cheese wheels. We’ll see then the process of salting and maturing up to enter the huge “caveau”, where thousands of cheeses wheels are guarded and laid out in long rows in the silent maturation rooms and where the scent of cheese will smell so nice and exciting that we won’t be able to resist till the final tasting of cheese.
on this special tour you will be able to touch the newborn calves on our farm which happens almost every day.
you will taste the original king of cheeses and many other local artisanal products such as real balsamic vinegar aged over 30 years and parma ham and lambrusco wine
and at the end you can buy a piece of real Parmiginao Reggiano or balsamic vinegar to take home with you
Additional Info
Public transportation options are available nearby
Suitable for all physical fitness levels
Only people over the age of 12 can participate
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What To Expect
Cavriago
We’ll go into the cheese factory during milk processing and we'll witness in cooking and making of cheese wheels. We’ll see then the process of salting and maturing up to enter the huge “caveau”, where thousands of cheese wheels are guarded and laid out in long rows in the silent maturation rooms and where the scent of cheese will smell so nice and exciting that we won’t be able to resist till the final tasting of cheese and local typical products. I will give you a lab coat and a cap for access to the production area. I’ll bring you along a complete tour to discover all the steps of Parmigiano Reggiano’s production.
Farm with cows milked and newborn calves. We’ll see the places, where the animals are bred and where the milk is mold. If we are lucky we will see a newborn calf it often happens in the morning.
Options
Tour With transport
Minivan: Pick up from train station and transfers included until return to the train station Starting points: Piazzale Guglielmo Marconi, 42121 Reggio Emilia RE, Italy Reggio Emilia AV Mediopadana, Via Città del Tricolore, 42122 Reggio nell'Emilia RE, Italy
Tour in Japanise
tour in Japanise: whit this option is possible to have the tour with a Japanese speaking guide
Tour Without Transport
Transfer Not Included : with this option you will have to arrive and follow the tour with your own car Starting point: Antico Podere Emilia, Via Carlo Darwin, 2, 42123 Reggio nell'Emilia RE, Italy
What‘s Included
Please Wait for my instructions before booking the train to come to me
To have transfer from the train station and the tour select option: tour with transfer
Tasting cheese of 3 different maturation times 12/24/36 months /typical local salami Parma ham ,coppa, salame, 1 glass of wine Lambrusco DOC
1 cappuccino and sweet pie and savoury cake
Disposable coat and shoe covers for access to the dairy production area and the cow farm
Balsamic Vinegar tasting of 8/15/30 years old
Vanilla ice cream with Balsamic Vinegar
Suitcases and backpacks
Suitcases and backpacks require pre-authorization and payment. Please inquire about availability and rates before booking.
Cancellation Policy
For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.
Reviews
72 reviews
Total reviews and rating from Viator & Tripadvisor
Real farm life and quaint basalmic tasting
Kathi D,May 17, 2026
- Review from Viator
5.00This was a family owned and run operation. Claiuduo was a fantastic guide. No rushing. Individual attention and a fascinating setting and commentary. One of the best and genuine experienced we have had in Italy this year. 100% recommend. Relax and enjoy
A Must For Anyone Visiting Bologna!
153jennyv,May 15, 2026
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00We had an awesome day with Claudio explaining to us how Parmigiano Reggiano is made - then showing us every step of the process until you arrive at the finished product. We then got to taste it at different stages of maturity along with some salami and wine. That was so good. Then we saw how Balsamic Vinegar is made and the process explained and then got to taste that at different levels of aging. It just amazed us as to how much time and effort goes into the process of both the cheese and the vinegar to give you the best end result. Could not have had a better tour guide. Claudio's knowledge and understanding of both of these products was second to none. Plus his sense of humour was loved by all. If you are in Bologna or anywhere accessible to Bologna you must do this tour. You will not be disappointed.
Claudio is a man “in the know” to take you to see the magic happen with cheese and vinegar.
ederwin,Apr 30, 2026
- Review from Viator
5.00Claudio was a great guide to everything Parmesan Reggiano and Balsamico, giving us access to the dairy where milk was turned to wheels of cheese in 12 - 36 months, and taking us to the small production balsamico producer in the hills was fantastic as well.
Delicious Tour!
Explore815627,Apr 3, 2026
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00Delicious Tour We had been looking forward to this tour since since we booked it back in October. It met all our expectations. Claudio is very friendly and knowledgeable. The visit to both the cheese factory and vinegar factory were full of great viewers of the Pianura Padana. The food tasting was exceptional also. I want to thank Claudio for his kindness and knowledge. We feel smarter now. Long live to the Reggiano Reggiano!
Fantastic experience
Peggy P,Apr 2, 2026
- Review from Viator
5.00Our family of four (two parents, two tweens) had a wonderful time experiencing the Emilia Reggio area with Claudio. He walked us through the various steps of cheese making, the certification process, before showing us his family farm and ending with a balsamic vinegar tasting. The information was delivered in a clear and interesting way. Communication regarding trains and pick up was excellent. I recommend you take this tour.
Amazing tour. The most complete one you could find.
Aldo H,Mar 31, 2026
- Review from Viator
5.00unbeatable tour in the region. comprehensive Parmesan experience and amazing balsamic vinegar explanation
Authentic experience
gigea,Dec 25, 2025
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00This was the most authentic experience from my last minute trip this automn. Claudio is the best host, he provided so much insightful details on parmegiano reggiano and balsamic vinegar, the real ones, whivh he knows very well from his family businesses. Now I appreciate the original products even more. Don’t miss this tour if you visit Bologna or surroundings!
BEST Regiano Tour with Claudio
satinder s,Nov 23, 2025
- Review from Viator
5.00I had the most incredible tour yesterday with Claudio — truly the highlight of my trip. The day started with a delicious sweet and savory breakfast and a perfect cappuccino, and from that moment on, everything felt seamless and thoughtfully planned. At the Parmigiano Reggiano factory, Claudio walked us through each step with such depth and clarity that we left feeling like we actually understood the entire process. The same was true at the cow farm — his knowledge, passion, and warmth made it so meaningful. From storytelling to sharing moments together, every part of the day felt personal and special. We enjoyed amazing tastings of wine, cheeses, and meats, followed by a balsamic experience that completely changed how I think about balsamic forever. Claudio is incredibly knowledgeable, kind, inclusive, and FUN — the kind of guide who makes you feel like you’re exploring with a friend who genuinely loves what he does. If you want an authentic, immersive, and joyful food tour, this is the one. I couldn’t recommend it more! 🍷🧀✨
Great food lover tour
Catherine W,Nov 15, 2025
- Review from Viator
5.00It was a fun, informative tour that gave an in depth dialog about how the cheese is made …every step of the process all the way to the DOP designation. Claudio is a wonderful ambassador for Reggio Emilia and his family!
The King of Cheese
John W,Nov 9, 2025
- Review from Viator
5.00A wonderful day with Claudio. This is the real deal for gastronauts to understand the process of Parmigiano Reggiano production and balsamic vinegar. The culinary DNA of Emilia Romagna. See the hay, meet the cows, visit the cheese factory whilst operating and of course taste some cheese, Lambrusco and local charcuterie. Then head to the hills to see Claudio’s family batteria of balsamic vinegar and sample over gelato. Communication was great, timings were easy to plan around as we were passing through by train and a good time was had by all. Grazie mille!
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