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From Milan: Private Half Day Private Gourmet Tour
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From $142.00
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What you’ll do

Have you ever fantasized about embarking on a gourmet adventure through the heart of Italy's renowned Food Valley? We invite you to an unforgettable half-day food tour that promises not only to tantalise your taste buds but also to enrich your culinary knowledge. Guided by seasoned culinary experts who possess a deep love and understanding of Italian gastronomy, you'll delve into a world where every bite tells a story of tradition, innovation, and passion. This is your chance to explore the essence of Italian cuisine, sampling a variety of local specialties and learning the secrets behind their preparation. Don't miss this extraordinary opportunity to dive into the celebrated world of Italian gastronomy.
Highlights
  • Exclusive Parmigiano Reggiano Experience: Witness the artisanal production of Parmigiano Reggiano PDO, the King of cheeses, following the same techniques used for centuries.Privileged access to various steps of production, from curdling to final ageing
  • Torrechiara Castle: Explore the stunning Torrechiara Castle, adding a touch of history and culture to your culinary journey
  • Prosciutto di Parma: Guided visit to a local family-run ham factory producing Prosciutto di Parma PDO.Learn the unique factors contributing to the exceptional quality of this renowned cured meat
  • Delicious Emilian Lunch: Indulge in a full lunch featuring typical local products, including seasonal appetisers, iconic Emilian pasta, and homemade cakes.Pair your meal with local wines such as Lambrusco and/or Malvasia for an authentic taste experience
  • Flexible Departure Options: Convenient departure locations from various cities, including Parma, Reggio-Emilia, Bologna, Modena, Piacenza, Milan, Como, Verona, and Florence
  • Customisable Transportation: Option for self-drive with a safe meeting point or choose the option with transportation for a hassle-free experience
Itinerary
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Start Time: 7:00 am
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Duration: 5 hours + transfer times
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Group Size: 1-7
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Meeting Points: Includes hotel pick-up/drop-off, alternatively for the self-drive option meet at the first location (timings will be shared)
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9:30 am Parmigiano Reggiano PDO:
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Head on to visit an authentic producer of Parmigiano Reggiano PDO. Witness the traditional production steps, from curdling to salting and final ageing. Tasting at the end
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On the way:
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Take a look at the stunning castle of Torrechiara, one of the 40 manors in the area!
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11:00 am Prosciutto di Parma PDO:
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Guided visit with a final tasting at one of the local family-run ham factories producing Prosciutto di Parma PDO. Learn why this ultra-famous cured meat can only be made in the hills of Parma
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12:30 pm Lunch:
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Full lunch based on typical local products. Enjoy season appetisers, an iconic Emilia pasta course, and homemade cakes. All paired with local wine such as Lambrusco and/or Malvasia!
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End Time: Approximately 2:15 pm

What’s included

Private licensed expert guide (English/other languages upon supplement)

Private guided visit & tasting at a Parmigiano-Reggiano dairy

Private guided visit & tasting at a Prosciutto di Parma producer

What’s not included

Tips and gratuities

Unfortunately, this tour cannot accommodate wheelchair users

Pick-ups: If your accommodation or pick-up point is out of town, you could be asked to pay a further supplement

What’s not included

Tips and gratuities

Unfortunately, this tour cannot accommodate wheelchair users

Pick-ups: If your accommodation or pick-up point is out of town, you could be asked to pay a further supplement

Meeting Point
Complimentary hotel pick-up and drop-off have been included in the all-inclusive tour. Pick up time is 7.00 am
Directly at the first producer for the Self-Drive Option (timings will be shared)
Kindly ensure you are at your meeting point 10-15 minutes before the departure time
Notes

The tour runs rain or shine

Under 18? You can't consume alcohol, but delightful non-alcoholic options are available

Special dietary requirements or allergies? Let us know when booking

The tour will commence promptly. We kindly request that all participants arrive on time, as we are unable to accommodate late arrivals. Please be aware that refunds will not be possible in such instances

The described program may undergo minor changes in the timings.

Guide: the guide can decide whether to join you on board or drive her/his car

In case you choose the self-drive option, the guide drives her/his car in front of you and you just follow our itinerary instructions

Lunch: the lunch can be arranged at a local restaurant, a Parma ham producer or an agriturismo depending on availability

Live production: being artisanal and not industrial products, the working cycle is not repeated every day at the same time, so it is not guaranteed to see craftsmen at work at each site (for example: Wine and Vinegar making, Prosciutto di Parma, Culatello)

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Cancellation policy
A full refund will apply if you cancel more than 8 days before the activity start time.
No refund is possible if you cancel less than 8 days before the activity start time.
Want to make a booking here?
From $142.00
Cancellation Policy
Flexible booking and cancellation options.