Parmigiano Reggiano Parma Ham and Castle Private Tour & Tasting

5.0
(9 reviews)

6 hours 30 minutes (approximately)
Pickup offered
Offered in: English and 1 more

Don’t just visit the Parma hillside, taste it! Emilia is truly stunning! We will explore picture-postcard villages, vine-planted hillsides, rolling countryside. Parma hillside food trail is a mouthwatering showcase of artisan producers and foodies throughout the Parma hillside. We are passionate about food heritage, its artisan-producers' stories and the skill and innovation of its chefs. History, art, legend and folklore form the perfect blend of adventure in the Parma hillside. We will visit a Parmigiano Reggiano cheese dairy during the production process and taste different ageings of Parmigiano Reggiano. We will head to a Prosciutto plant crossing the amazing Parma hills region. We will discover the secrets of the sweetness of Prosciutto di Parma visiting all the rooms used during the production process and tasting it. We will end with a stroll through the gorgeous mediaeval hamlet of Torrechiara and a visit to the castle, still perfectly preserved in the imposing architecture.

What's Included

Professional local guide
Castle of Torrechiara ticket
Prosciutto di Parma Plant admission fee
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
A glass of exquisite DOC Parma hills wine and Bottled water
Option 2 does not include Transportation

Meeting and pickup

Pickup points
You can choose a pickup location at checkout (multiple pickup locations are available).
Pickup details:

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.

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Meeting point

You will meet the guide in front of Emily Way Bar in Via Marco Emilio Lepido, 215, 43122 San Prospero PR at 7.30 am.

End point

If you selected the "Self-Drive" Option, the tour will end at the exit of Torrechiara Castle. If you selected the "Transportation included" Option, the tour will end at the pick-up location.

Itinerary

Duration: 6 hours 30 minutes (approximately)
  • 1

    We will visit an authentic Parmigiano Reggiano cheese dairy and the visit will be followed by tasting.

    2 hours 30 minutes Admission ticket free
  • 2

    We will head to a Prosciutto plant crossing the amazing Parma hills region. We will visit a plant where famous Prosciutto di Parma is produced and the visit will be followed by tasting. We will discover the secrets of the sweetness of Prosciutto di Parma visiting all the rooms used during the production process: the salting area and machines, the first and the second salting, the preresting, the resting, the washing, the precuring and the curing rooms. The visit will be followed by tasting of Prosciutto di Parma and traditional cured meats with a glass of DOC Parma hills wine.

    1 hour 15 minutes Admission ticket free
  • 3

    We will end with a stroll through the gorgeous mediaeval hamlet of Torrechiara and a visit to the castle, still perfectly preserved in the grand and imposing architecture, located near Langhirano in the middle of a vast wine area characterised by gentle slopes and rolling hills. If you want to discover the heart and soul of the Parma territory, this tour was made for you!

    1 hour Admission ticket included

Additional info

  • Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller
  • Specialized infant seats are available
  • 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.
Supplied by ARTEMILIA Guided Tours

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Cancellation Policy

For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.

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