Bologna: Parmesan, Vinegar, Wine, Lunch +Transfer

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7 hours (approximately)
Pickup offered
Offered in: English

Join our exclusive day tour and immerse yourself in the rich flavors of Emilia-Romagna, Italy’s gourmet heartland.
Your experience begins at a traditional dairy, where you’ll witness the full process of making Parmigiano Reggiano cheese — from curdling to aging inside vast “cheese cathedrals.” Enjoy a generous tasting of different ages of Parmigiano with ricotta, caciotta, balsamic vinegar, and a glass of local wine.

Next, visit a family-run winery to learn about the region’s signature sparkling red — Lambrusco. Toast to tradition with a guided tasting among the vineyards.

Finally, explore an Acetaia (balsamic house) to discover how Modena’s “black gold” matures over decades in wooden barrels. The day concludes with a relaxing 3-course lunch (starter, pasta, dessert) at a winery or balsamic producer before returning to Bologna.

A perfect blend of flavors, culture, and countryside charm — ideal for food and wine lovers.

What's Included

Guided visit & tasting at a Traditional Balsamic Vinegar producer (PDO)
Pickup and drop-off from Bologna city center or meeting point
3-course lunch (starter, first course, dessert)
Guided visit & tasting at a Parmigiano Reggiano dairy
Guided visit & tasting of Lambrusco wines at a local winery
Transportation for the duration of the tour (semi-private group, max 8 participants)
Tips and personal expenses

Meeting and pickup

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

The pickup will be from your hotel in Bologna city center or the nearest point, when it is not possible to reach the place you stay in by car. The exact pickup time will be communicated after the tour confirmation.

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Meeting point

Pickup from a meeting point in the city center of Bologna, piazza XX Settembre, near the Bologna central trains station. No pickup from hotel is included in the option. You'll need to reach the meeting point on your own.

End point
This activity ends back at the meeting point.

Itinerary

Duration: 7 hours (approximately)
  • 1
    Bologna

    Pick up from your place in Bologna and transfer to the first stop, a dairy farm.

    1 hour • Admission ticket free
  • 2
    Province of Modena

    Your first experience takes you to a Parmigiano Reggiano dairy, where you’ll follow the fascinating production process from fresh milk to the impressive aging rooms filled with hundreds of cheese wheels. At the end of the visit, enjoy a guided tasting of different maturations of Parmigiano Reggiano, along with ricotta, caciotta, balsamic vinegar, homemade marmalade, and a glass of local wine.

    1 hour 30 minutes • Admission ticket free
  • 3
    Province of Modena

    Visit a traditional Acetaia, where the famous Balsamic Vinegar of Modena is lovingly aged in wooden barrels for years. Discover the secrets of this “black gold” and taste the deep, rich flavors that result from its long maturation process.

    45 minutes • Admission ticket free
  • 4
    Castelvetro di Modena

    Unveil the secrets of Lambrusco, the sparkling jewel of northern Italy, on an exclusive guided tour at a local winery. Immerse yourself in the rich tapestry of flavors and traditions that define Emilia Romagna as a paradise for food and wine enthusiasts. Raise your glass to an unforgettable experience, where every sip tells a story and every moment is a celebration of the region's finest. Enjoy a 3-course lunch, composed of a starter, first course and dessert, accompanied by local wine and water.

    2 hours • Admission ticket free
  • 5
    Bologna

    Dropp off in Bologna

    1 hour • Admission ticket free

Additional info

  • Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller
  • Public transportation options are available nearby
  • Specialized infant seats are available
  • Not recommended for travelers with spinal injuries
  • Not recommended for pregnant travelers
  • Not recommended for travelers with poor cardiovascular health
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Tags

Day Trips
Wine Tastings
Full-day Tours
Bus Tours
Wine Tours
Seasonal
Small Group
Food & Drink
Spring Break

Cancellation Policy

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

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