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From Parma: Parmigiano Reggiano Farm Tour & Tasting with Transfer
Parma, Emilia-Romagna
2 hours 30 minutes
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What You Will Do
Enter a world of parmigiano-reggiano cheese on a 2-hour visit to a Parma 'caseficio' (cheese factory). Watch the cheese makers at work as they separate the whey and shape the cheese into wheels. Before you leave, finish with a tasting of cheese paired with honey and regional wine.
Learn the origins of Parmigiano Reggiano cheese on a visit to a cheese factory in Parma. Hear how the cheese – protected by the EU – is still produced following traditional methods.
Watch the cheese makers pull the product from the milk vats, and get a behind-the-scenes look at the process of cooking and separating the whey. Visit the shaping and salting rooms before going to the stagionatura where the cheese is aged.
Savor the sight and smell of thousands of wheels of cheese. Learn about the strict tests performed by the Consorzio, such as hammering the cheeses before the fire branding ritual. Then, taste different aged Parmigiano Reggiano Cheeses.
Learn the origins of Parmigiano Reggiano cheese on a visit to a cheese factory in Parma. Hear how the cheese – protected by the EU – is still produced following traditional methods.
Watch the cheese makers pull the product from the milk vats, and get a behind-the-scenes look at the process of cooking and separating the whey. Visit the shaping and salting rooms before going to the stagionatura where the cheese is aged.
Savor the sight and smell of thousands of wheels of cheese. Learn about the strict tests performed by the Consorzio, such as hammering the cheeses before the fire branding ritual. Then, taste different aged Parmigiano Reggiano Cheeses.
What's Included?
- Tasting of Parmigiano cheese paired with Balsamic vinegar and local sparkling wine
- Parmigiano cheese tour and farmhouse visit
- In-vehicle air conditioning
- Pick up and Drop off in Central Parma nh Hotel next to the train station
What's Not Included?
- Gratuities
Cancellation Policy
For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.
Itinerary
Meeting Point
NH hotel: Parma station, north exit Falcone/Borsellino, reach the NH hotel on the right. Our Van wait at the bus parking area in front of the hotel . After 10 minutes passed the scheduled time for pick up the vehicle will leave for its destination.
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On the way you will see the typical countryside with the stables and the fields where grown up the specific dry and fresh forage fixed from Consortium for the cows that produce milk for Parmigiano Reggiano cheese.
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Additional Information
This tour is independently operated by a third-party provider: Curioseety SRLS.
Itineraries, descriptions, promotional content, and historic information are solely the responsibility of the tour operator and do not represent the views or positions of Marriott International, Inc.
Itineraries, descriptions, promotional content, and historic information are solely the responsibility of the tour operator and do not represent the views or positions of Marriott International, Inc.
- Public transportation options are available nearby
- Suitable for all physical fitness levels
- Our tours will operate in bad weather as long as conditions are safe.
- We kindly remind all guests that children of all ages must be included in the booking and are required to pay a fee, regardless of their age. This ensures we can provide sufficient space in the van for everyone. Unfortunately, if a child is not included in the reservation, we may not be able to accommodate them on the tour, as seating is limited.
- No luggage or large bags allowed on the van. Contact us for luggage storage details
Guide Options
- Guide - English
- Guide - Italian
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