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From Modena: Fine Foods and Romantic Castles Private Tour

Name: From Modena: Fine Foods and Romantic Castles Private Tour
Brand: Tabl
SKU: 8PEWVG
Price: 1256.00 GBP
Availability: InStock
Rating: 4.5 (10 reviews)

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What you’ll do

Explore the UNESCO city of Creative Gastronomy and the culinary capital of the Food Valley, Parma, where rich history intertwines with delectable flavours. Embark on a journey through the picturesque lowlands of the Po River, revealing the enchanting fusion of art and food in more than 30 ancient castles.

Highlights

PDO Parmigiano-Reggiano Dairy Visit: Engage in a captivating tour of a PDO Parmigiano-Reggiano dairy, witnessing the intricate process from live production to the ageing cellar.Delight in a tasting session featuring four distinct ageings of Parmigiano, accompanied by bread, breadsticks, Tosone cheese, ricotta, jams, honey, pickled fruits, and a glass of Lambrusco
Rocca Meli Lupi in Soragna: Explore the elegant Rocca Meli Lupi, a castle still inhabited by Prince Diofebo Meli Lupi, showcasing the power and cultural richness of local nobility
PDO Culatello di Zibello Aging Cellar: Experience a private guided tour of a small PDO Culatello di Zibello ageing cellar, discovering the art of crafting this artisanal cured meat. Savour a delectable full lunch featuring local wines and Culatello di Zibello, a gourmet delight favoured by renowned chefs
Rocca Sanvitale in Fontanellato: Visit the picturesque Rocca Sanvitale, surrounded by its original medieval moat, housing Parmigianino's captivating artwork, including the famed "Diana and Acteon."
A blend of Gastronomy and Castle Heritage: Immerse yourself in the unique blend of UNESCO Creative Gastronomy and the cultural heritage of ancient castles, showcasing the essence of Parma's rich history and culinary excellence.

Itinerary

Duration: Approximately 7 hours plus transfer times

Start Time: 9 am

Group Size: 1-7 people

Meeting Points: Hotel pick-up and drop-off have been included in this tour. Alternatively, if you do not require transport please meet on location - details to be confirmed upon booking.

09:00 am – Meet the guide at our PDO Parmigiano-Reggiano dairy

Enjoy a thorough visit of the plant from the live production area to the drying and salting room and the ageing cellar, aka “the bank” or “the cathedral” for the thousands cheese wheels piled up to reach the ceiling. Tasting at the end.

10:30 am – Head on to the first castle

10:45 am – Guided visit of the elegant Rocca Meli Lupi in Soragna:

Still inhabited by Prince Diofebo Meli Lupi (descendant of an aristocratic family of medieval origins directly linked to the Austrian emperors) and bearing perfect witness of the power, gentility and cultural awareness of the local signori who settled down in this very strategic strip of land between central and southern Europe.

12:45 pm – Head on to the second foodie stop

01:00 pm – Guided visit of a small ageing cellar of PDO Culatello di Zibello

You will be surprised to know that this utmost artisanal cured meat obtained from the same pork leg destined to the Prosciutto production is one of the top-notch gourmet foods selected by all Michelin guides and many famous chefs all over Europe!

02:30 pm – Head on to the second castle

03:00 pm – Guided visit of the picturesque Rocca Sanvitale in Fontanellato:

Owned by the homonymous high-lineage Counts until 1948 and still surrounded by its original medieval moat, it is one of Italy’s most frequented touristic attractions thanks to local painter Parmigianino’s intriguing rendering of Diana and Acteon in one of the inner rooms.

04:00 pm – End of activities and back to hotel / head on to your next destination.

What’s included

Private guide and for a full day

Visit & tasting at a PDO Parmigiano-Reggiano dairy

Visit & a full lunch at an aging cellar of PDO Culatello di Zibello (local wines included)

Tickets and guided visits at the castles of Soragna and Fontanellato

Transport included for 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

Hotel pick-up and drop-off have been included in this tour, with a pick-up time of 8:00 am.

Alternatively, if you do not require transport please meet on location - details to be confirmed upon booking.

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 at 8 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

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Cancellation policy

A full refund will apply if you cancel more than 10 days before the activity start time.

No refund is possible if you cancel less than 10 days before the activity start time.

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