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From Parma: Bologna Hills Private Wine Tour

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What you’ll do

Escape the hustle on our exclusive wine tour. Enjoy top-tier wines from two wineries - first, a vibrant family-owned vineyard 45 minutes from Bologna. At the second winery in Imola, explore three unique renditions of Sangiovese di Romagna. The "All Inclusive" package features hotel pick-up/drop-off in Downtown Parma at 8 am. If you prefer to drive yourself, you can meet directly at the first wine estate (timing specifics confirmed upon booking). This exceptional experience is complemented by a tasting lunch featuring locally-produced gourmet foods such as Mortadella, Salame, Caciotta (soft cheese), and/or Pecorino. Continue your journey to Dozza, a charming medieval village where art adorns urban landscapes. Over 100 works by prestigious contemporary artists decorate house walls, streets, and squares—a true open-air museum.

Highlights

Hidden wineries: Explore family-run, hidden gem wineries known for their unique wine varieties
Gourmet Lunch: Indulge in a tasting lunch featuring exquisite wines paired with top-quality local gourmet foods.
Winemaking Insights: Discover the intricacies of winemaking and the unique qualities of Emilian wines.
The medieval village of Dozza: Fusing art, history, and wine amidst a picturesque backdrop.
Flexible Meeting Points and Transport Options: Convenient meeting points for both self-drivers and those opting for transportation supplements.

Itinerary

Duration: Approximately 6 hours + transfer times

Group Size: 1–7 people

Start Time: 8 am (or meet on location at 10 am)

Meeting Point: Hotel pick-up/drop-off is available from Downtown Parma, alternatively for the self-drive option join your guide at the first estate (exact address and timings to be confirmed)

Availability: Daily, Tuesday to Saturday

1st Wine Estate: Enjoy this vibrant family-operated winery about 45 minutes from Bologna. Explore the intricacies of their distinctive selection, showcasing Chardonnay, Pignoletto, and Albana. The premiere Italian white wine was granted DOCG status in 1987 (Denomination of Controlled and Guaranteed Origin).

2nd Wine Estate: This incredibly competitive family-run company is renowned for seamlessly blending traditional and innovative winemaking methods. Explore the winery through a guided tour and discover three distinct interpretations of Sangiovese di Romagna.

Lunch: The experience at the second winery is enhanced by a tasting lunch showcasing locally-produced gourmet delicacies like Mortadella, Salame, Caciotta (a soft cheese), and/or Pecorino.

Dozza: Head to Dozza, a charming medieval village where art embellishes the streets. Over 100 works by top contemporary artists adorn house walls, streets, and squares—a true open-air museum. Optionally, visit the Dozza Fortress and enjoy a final wine tasting in the ancient cellars of Enoteca Regionale dell’Emilia Romagna.

Drop-off: The tour concludes at your hotel or the chosen location.

End Time: 4 PM.

What’s included

Guided visits and tastings at two wineries in the hills around Bologna (English).

Full-tasting lunch at one of two wineries.

Visit the Medieval village of Dozza.

Pick-up and drop-off are included in the all-inclusive option.

What’s not included

Tips and Gratuities

Unfortunately, this tour cannot accommodate wheelchair users

What’s not included

Tips and Gratuities

Unfortunately, this tour cannot accommodate wheelchair users

Meeting Point

The "All Inclusive" option includes hotel pick-up/drop-off in Downtown Parma at 8 am. Alternatively for self-drive please join on location directly at the first wine estate (details to be confirmed upon booking)

Kindly reach the meeting point 10-15 minutes before your start 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.

You will be picked up at your hotel downtown. If out of town, you could be asked to pay a further supplement.

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

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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.

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Cancellation Policy
Flexible booking and cancellation options.