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From Parma: The Essentials Private Gourmet Tour

Name: From Parma: The Essentials Private Gourmet Tour
Brand: Tabl
SKU: MZV5QY
Price: 458.00 GBP
Availability: InStock
Rating: 4.5 (10 reviews)

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What you’ll do

Ever fantasised about immersing yourself in Italy's renowned Food Valley, surrounded by globally acclaimed gourmet products? With our expert guide, you can experience this culinary delight. Explore the heart of Italian gastronomy and create unforgettable memories. Ideal for food lovers!

Highlights

Parmigiano Reggiano PDO Production: Immerse yourself in the art of cheese-making as you visit an authentic producer of Parmigiano Reggiano PDO. Witness the time-honoured process, from curdling to ageing, and indulge in a tasting of this renowned cheese, crafted with the same techniques used by Benedictine monks a millennium ago
Torrechiara Castle: En route, marvel at the picturesque Torrechiara Castle, a stunning fortress among the 40 manors that dot the landscape. Capture the history and charm of this medieval gem, adding a touch of royalty to your journey
Prosciutto di Parma PDO Factory Visit: Delve into the world of the legendary Prosciutto di Parma PDO with a guided visit to a local family-run ham factory. Discover the secrets behind the production of this iconic cured meat, uniquely crafted in the hills of Parma, where the Tyrrhenian sea breeze imparts its distinct flavour
Flavourful Tastings: Savour the authentic flavours of the region with tastings at each stop. From the rich Parmigiano Reggiano to the world-famous Prosciutto di Parma, your palate will be treated to the finest culinary delights
Scenic Views and Countryside: Enjoy the picturesque countryside as you travel between destinations. The scenic beauty of the Food Valley provides a serene backdrop for your immersive culinary journey
Educational: This private tour is designed to be educational, offering a deeper understanding of the traditions and craftsmanship behind Italy's culinary treasures.

Itinerary

Duration: Approximately 4 hours

Start Time: 8.30 am

Group Size: 2-7 people

Meeting Points: Hotel pick-up/drop-off is available from Downtown Parma

Availability: Daily Monday to Sunday

08:30 am: Join your guide and driver

9:30 am Parmigiano Reggiano PDO:

Head out to visit an authentic producer of Parmigiano Reggiano PDO. Discover how the King of all cheeses has been made by hand since the Benedictine monks invented it 10 centuries ago! Witness the curdling process, the salting, and the final ageing in the wheel cathedrals. Be a privileged witness to almost all the steps of production of this iconic food. Tasting at the end

On the way:

Take a look at the stunning castle of Torrechiara, one of the 40 manors in the area!

11:00 am Prosciutto di Parma PDO:

Guided visit with a final tasting at one of the local family-run ham factories producing the mythical Prosciutto di Parma PDO. Learn why this ultra-famous cured meat can only be made in the hills of Parma, where the sea breeze blows from the Tyrrhenian all along this very specific river valley

12:30/12:45 pm Tour End Time:

End of activities and back to your hotel/next destination

What’s included

Private licensed expert guide

Private Transport - if the all inclusive option is chosen

Private guided visit & tasting at a Parmigiano-Reggiano dairy

Private guided visit & tasting at a Prosciutto di Parma producer’s

What’s not included

Tips and Gratuities

Please note that lunch is not included in this tour

Unfortunately, this tour cannot accommodate wheelchair users

What’s not included

Tips and Gratuities

Please note that lunch is not included in this tour

Unfortunately, this tour cannot accommodate wheelchair users

Meeting Point

The "All Inclusive" option includes hotel pick-up/drop-off in Downtown Parma, alternatively for self-drive please meet at the motorway exit or on location directly at the first stop of the tour.

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 at 8:30 am. 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

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

Guide: the guide can decide whether to join you on board (only if you buy the car+driver supplement) or drive her/his car

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

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

A self drive option is available for this tour please [email protected] for more information

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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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