Half Day Private Parmigiano Reggiano and Parma Ham Experience
237138P3
237138P3
237138P3
237138P3
237138P3
237138P3
237138P3
237138P3
237138P3
237138P3
237138P3
237138P3
Overview
We will discover the secrets of Parmigiano Reggiano cheese and Prosciutto di Parma, their ancient origins and unparalleled balance of knowledge, man’s passion and nature’s bounty. We will see the cheese production process in full swing and we will visit all the rooms of the cheese dairy: the production room, the shaping room, the salting room and the amazing warehouse! The dairy experience will end with a tasting of delicious Parmigiano Reggiano cheese. We will reach an authentic Prosciutto di Parma Plant, crossing the Parma Hills region. During the visit to the plant we will be able to observe the production process of this delicacy and learn about its important history and all the standards which must be complied with, to fully understand the the origins of the unique character of Parma ham, its sweetness!
Tour at a glance
What's included
- Professional local guide
- Bottled water
- Tasting of Prosciutto di Parma and traditional cured meats such as Culatta and Fiocco
- Tasting of 12, 24, 30 and 36 months old Parmigiano Reggiano cheese and fresh ricotta cheese
- Option 1 includes Transportation
- Parmigiano Reggiano cheese dairy admission fee
- Parma Ham Plant admission fee
- 1 glass of exquisite DOC Parma Hills Wine
Not included
- Option 2 does not include Transportation
Itinerary
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1
We will visit an authentic Parmigiano Reggiano cheese dairy during the production procees and the visit will be followed by a declicious tasting of different ageings of cheese.
2h 30m Admission free -
2
Castello Di Torrechiara
We will stop on the way at the foot of the Castle of Torrechiara to take some pictures.
10 min Admission not included -
3
Langhirano
After the Parmigiano Reggiano cheese dairy experience, we will head to a plant situated on the Parma hills, where the famous Prosciutto di Parma is produced, for the visit to the Prosciutto facility followed by tasting of Prosciutto and other traditional cured meats.
1h 15m Admission free
Meeting & pickup
Hotel pickup is offered, or you can meet at the start point.
Hotel pick-up and drop-off is included in the "Price including transportation" option. Pick-up and drop-off is intended within a radius of 15 kilometres of the city centre (Piazza Garibaldi in Parma). If your location is not among the pick up points listed, contact us to receive a customized quote for the extra transportation service. When travelers select the "Self-Drive Price" option, we'll see them at the Departure Point, they must provide their own transport and follow the guide in a separate car.
Schedule
Good to know
- Wheelchair accessible
- Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller
- Specialized infant seats are available
- All areas and surfaces are wheelchair accessible
- Suitable for all physical fitness levels
- Minimum drinking age is 18 years.
- Please advise any specific dietary requirements at time of booking.
- Available for gluten free with prior notice. Please advise when booking.
- Not available for vegans and vegetarians.
- This is a private tour, run exclusively for you and your family or friends.
- Hotel pick-up and drop-off is included in the "Price including transportation" option. Pick-up and drop-off is intended within a radius of 15 kilometres of the city centre (Piazza Garibaldi in Parma). If your location is not among the pick up points listed, contact us to receive a customized quote for the extra transportation service. When travelers select the "Self-Drive Price" option, we'll see them at the Departure Point, they must provide their own transport and follow the guide in a separate car.
Cancellation policy
For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.
Traveller reviews
Our family had the most amazing food tour of Parma with Michelle! She had a great amount of knowledge and love Parma cuisine/products and was able to impart that to our family of four. She took us to great eateries, ordered the most delcious Parma cusine and told us all about the history and the proper way to enjoy it. She was very helpful when our train from Milan arrived late in Parma and was able to take us through the experience with us feeling rushed(especially in this 39 degree heat). I would highly recommend this tour and Michelle as a tour guide!
Roberta was an amazing tour guide. Extremely knowledgeable on the area, and how the Proscuitto de Parma and Parmigiano Reggiano is made. This is a great tour for foodies and people who like to know about food sourcing. Off the beaten path with small local food artesian. I highly recommend this company. It was a wonderful experience. Safe for solo travelers.
We had an incredible half-day experience with Eliza - she was truly remarkable. Her encyclopaedic knowledge of both geography and food, especially the Parmesan and Parma ham facilities we visited, was astounding. She was dynamic and funny and warm and entertaining and it made for a very special day for my daughter and for me. We hope that she continues to share here love of food and Parma with visitors - she's a fabulous advocate for food culture and for the entire region!
We had an awesome tour guide. Her name was Roberta. Absolutely informative, clear concise very thorough. Easy to understand easy to communicate. She was very friendly. I would highly recommend this tour, especially if you love parmigiano Reggiano cheese and prosciutto. What was also great about this tour is that it was private and you moved at your own pace. A MUST!!!!!
if there is one thing you do in Parma, this should be it. this was the most informative, interesting and educational day - and it included one of the best meals as well. Michelle is so good at imparting a lot of information in an interesting way. she answers all questions. Takes pictures to document the journey and makes it a truly lovely experience. This tour takes you to several locations so you see the countryside and learn about the local culture. I cannot recommend this more highly!
Our experience on this tour (last week) with our amazing guide, Lisa, was simply amazing! We booked the option with transportation included to and from Parma, and the entire day was seamless. We were first taken to a Parmiggiano Reggiano dairy and we were able to watch the entire process right there on the production floor with the cheese master and his experienced crew. It was simply incredible to watch - these people are true artists and watching them work mostly in silence with everyone just knowing what to do at all times was SO awe-inspiring. Lisa is incredibly knowledgeable about the entire process and was able to explain the ins and outs and whys down to a granular level. She kept things interesting and engaging for my two kids (10 and 11 year olds) and was so patient with them, even when they were being rowdy in the van. The tasting at the end of the production tour was also great, as we were able to taste the cheese at different stages of aging. From there we went to the Prosciutto di Parma factory - we were there on a Sunday, so unfortunately, we weren't able to see the production process (they only work on week days), but we still enjoyed walking around and looking at all the rooms and equipment and of course, the many Parma hams! Lisa brought the process to life for us with all of her extremely detailed descriptions and again, answered all of our many questions thoroughly and enthusiastically. After the tour, we tasted different varieties of ham and met the sweet owner and her daughter, and it was awesome to chat with them. We could not have asked for a better guide or a better tour. Two weeks in Italy and now that we're back home, this is the experience we're all still talking about. Also big shout out to Michelle, who was very responsive and helpful before the tour. Thank you so much for such a wonderful experience! I'd give ten stars if I could.
Roberta Morese was an amazing tour guide. Her in-depth understanding of the production processes for both Parmigiano Reggiano and Prosciutto di Parma made our experience as enjoyable as possible. Her language skills were remarkable, and that added to our enjoyment. We couldn't be more enthusiastic about our recommendation for this activity. It's one of those "don't miss" experiences for first-time visitors to Reggio Emilia.
Our guide, Lisa was fantastic. She provided a lot of historical knowledge about the making of parmigiana reggiano cheese and the process to cure Parma ham. She was friendly and engaging and the tour was fantastic. It gave you a great sense of pride about these family-owned business's and their contribution to the local economy. I visited with my two sisters and would highly recommend the tour to other families and individuals.
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Frequently asked questions
How long does this experience last?
It lasts 5h 30m.
Is hotel pickup included?
Hotel pickup is offered, or you can meet at the start point.
Can I cancel for free?
Yes. Cancel up to 24 hours before the start time for a full refund.
Which languages is the guide available in?
Guide languages: EN, IT
On which days does it run?
It runs Every day. Starts 08:30
How fast is the booking confirmed?
Instantly. Your e-ticket arrives by e-mail right after booking.
Is this a private tour?
Yes, this is a private experience for your group only.
Where do I complete the booking?
On viator.com, a Tripadvisor company, with live availability and secure payment. TourViaGo is a Global Partner of Viator.
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