Small Group Tour: Parma Cheese, Ham and Balsamic vinegar with lunch from Milan
Savor the renowned flavors of Emilia-Romagna on this full-day small group culinary journey from Milan. Traveling independently by train with provided tickets, guests arrive in Parma to meet their tour leader and begin an immersive experience in Italy’s celebrated “Food Valley.”
The day starts at a traditional cheese factory, where participants learn how Parmigiano Reggiano is produced using time-honored methods. A walk through aging rooms reveals the craftsmanship behind each wheel, followed by a guided tasting of different maturations. The experience continues at a prosciutto producer, offering insight into the curing process behind Prosciutto di Parma and a tasting of this iconic delicacy.
A leisurely lunch at a local osteria features regional specialties before the afternoon visit to an acetaia. Here, guests discover the production of traditional balsamic vinegar and enjoy a final tasting. The tour concludes with return travel to Milan in the early evening.
Duration:
11 hours
Start Time:
Nov 1 – April 14 – Train: 7:50am; Tour: 9:30am
Apr 15 – Oct 31 – Train: 7:50am; Tour 9:30am
Inclusions:
Highspeed train return Milan – Parma. Transportation in Parma and tour leader. Guided visit and tasting at a Parmigiano Reggiano producer. Guided visit and tasting at a prosciuttificio. Lunch in a typical osteria. Guided visit and tasting at a traditional balsamic vinegar producer
Exclusions:
Transportation from/to and Gratuities
Meeting point:
Departure from Milan railway station independently
Group meeting point in Parma:
9:15h in Viale Paolo Toschi 2
Ending point:
Same as a meeting location.
Important Information:
– Train tickets will be sent on the day before the tour.
– Please, provide the full names of the participants upon booking.
– It is possible to change the return train (fees may apply).
– The train ride takes approximately 1h each way.
– We cannot guarantee the accommodation of dietary requirements. Please contact us in case of allergies or specific needs. Cross-contamination cannot be avoided.
– Max pax per group – 20
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