Parmigiano Reggiano Parma Ham and Castle Private Tour & Tasting

5.0 (10 reviews) 6 h 30 min Free cancellation Private tour

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About this activity

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.

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At a glance

Duration: 6 h 30 min
Confirmation: Instant confirmation
Ticket: Mobile or paper ticket accepted
Group: Your group only
People per booking: 1–10
Guide: English, Italian
Operated by: ARTEMILIA Guided Tours

Ages: Infants (0–4 years) · Children (5–11 years) · Adults (12–99 years)

What is included

Included

Included: Professional local guide
Included: Castle of Torrechiara ticket
Included: Tasting of Prosciutto di Parma and traditional cured meats such as Culatta and Fiocco
Included: Tasting of 12, 24, 30 and 36 months old Parmigiano Reggiano cheese and fresh ricotta cheese
Included: Option 1 includes Transportation
Included: Parmigiano-Reggiano cheese dairy admission fee
Included: Prosciutto di Parma Plant admission fee
Included: A glass of exquisite DOC Parma hills wine and Bottled water

Not included

Not included: Option 2 does not include Transportation

Itinerary

Stop 1

2 h 30 min

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

1 h 15 min

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.
Castello Di Torrechiara

one hour Admission included

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!

Meeting point and pickup

You can be picked up from your accommodation or go straight to the meeting point.

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.

Pickup points

Palazzo Utini
Casa Di Provvidenza
Eurhotel
Hotel Campus
Daytona Business Hotel
Hotel Villa Molinari
Ilga Hotel
Hotel Valdenza
Hotel Delle Terme
Hotel La Quiete
Bed & Breakfast Denis

and 54 more pickup points

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

Free cancellation

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

If you cancel	You get back
At least one day before	100%
Less than a day before	0%

Good to know

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.
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.

Options

Self-Drive Price

You must provide your own transport and follow the guide in a separate car
Price including transportation

Price including transportation: Price including a private vehicle (car/minivan) with Professional Driver

Pickup included