Private Tour
Private Full Day Parma Food Tour: Parmesan Cheese, Parma Ham, Lunch, Vinegar
Overview
Available languages
8 hours
Mobile ticket
Learn about the culinary traditions of Parma on this amazing 8-hour tour. Explore a cheese factory, a ham producing factory and a traditional balsamic vinegar factory with an expert gourmet guide and taste these delicacies directly from their producers. Enjoy a delicious 3-course lunch including our most traditional dishes matched with excellent local wines.
Additional Info
Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller
Not recommended for travelers with poor cardiovascular health
Suitable for all physical fitness levels
May be operated by a multilingual guide
Make a note of any dietary needs in the 'Special Requirements' box when you book
A minimum of 2 people per booking is required
Cancellation Policy
For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.
What‘s Included
Local guide
Lunch
Wine and food tasting
Pick-up and drop-off in Parma
Beverages
Transport by private vehicle (if option selected)
Gratuities
What To Expect
Via J. F.Kennedy, 18
Leaving Parma, you will first stop at a cheese factory to see how milk is transformed into Parmigiano Reggiano. You will also discover how this cheese, devoid of any chemical additives, can be aged for years to improve its quality. You will then learn to recognize the various aging stages by enjoying a tasting led by an expert.
Consorzio Del Prosciutto Di Parma
Proceed to learn about Parma Ham. In the ham producing house, you will see every phase of the curing of the meat and then taste the final result, yielded by meticulous ageing. Move on to a local restaurant where you can enjoy all the delicious products of the area, including local wines such as Lambrusco and Malvasia. Your menu includes local cured meats, as well as the tortelli d’erbetta, a round shaped pasta stuffed with ricotta and herbs which is a local specialty. For dessert, you will try the famous sbrisolona and other dry cakes. Your lunch will also include water, wine and coffee.
Options
With Transport included
Transport included: Full-day food tour, using a provided vehicle and a guide.
Pickup included
Without Transport
Full-day food tour, using your vehicle
Pickup included
Reviews
122 reviews
Total reviews and rating from Viator & Tripadvisor
A must do while visiting Parma, Italy!
Lisa S,
Jan 6, 2025
- Viator
5.00We loved this experience!! We visited small production houses for parmesan cheese and balsamic vinegar as well as Parma ham factory. Our guide was very knowledgeable about the region and how the processes of each operated. If you love food and want to visit Parma - this is a definite must for you!
Excellent
Lisa P,
Oct 22, 2024
- Viator
5.00Giacomo was an amazing tour guide. A worth while experience. My husband and I have been wanting to do this tour for a while and it did not disappoint.
Our tour guide was...
Kimberly S,
Sep 30, 2024
- Viator
5.00Our tour guide was incredibly knowledgeable and attentive, answering all of our questions with great detail. She truly went above and beyond to ensure we had an exceptional experience. Every moment of the tour was memorable, and I would highly recommend it to anyone seeking a remarkable adventure!
Parmigiano Reggiano factory, Prosciutto & balsamic vinegar private tour
Michele F,
Sep 16, 2024
- Viator
5.00Valentina made our experience truly unforgettable. From the start, her communication was thorough, and her meeting instructions were exceptionally clear. This private tour is perfect for seeing the top three attractions in the Parma area, and Valentina's expertise made it even better. Our first stop was the Parmigiano Reggiano factory, where she educated us on the entire process with live demonstrations, followed by a tasting of some of the best cheese I’ve ever had. Next, we toured the Prosciutto factory, learning about production from start to finish. Valentina even arranged a quick stop at a nearby castle, allowing us to capture stunning scenic photos. For lunch, we enjoyed delicious meats and cheeses we had just learned about. Our final stop was at a family-run traditional balsamic vinegar producer, where Valentina once again impressed us with her extensive knowledge. Her expertise across all three industries made the tour absolutely worthwhile. Highly recommended!
Highly recommend this tour
Donna S,
Aug 22, 2024
- Viator
5.00Absolutely wonderful day spent with our Guide, Claudia. We enjoyed each stop - including our hosted lunch. Claudia clearly explained the history and processing of the cheese, ham and vinegar. She was passionate as she spoke and she was easy to understand. Each producer took the time to meet us and talk about their products and the aging process. Our driver, Vincenzo, was also a pleasure to spent the day with. Would highly recommend this tour.
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