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Embark on a culinary journey from Bologna to discover Emilian gastronomic excellence. Visit a cheese factory to witness the creation of Parmigiano Reggiano and enjoy tastings of cheese, balsamic vinegar, wine, and water. Continue to a historic Acetaia to uncover the secrets of traditional balsamic vinegar from Modena, with a final tasting.

What's included

Light lunch, food tasting, to explore gastronomic pairing of balsamic vinegar & local products
In-vehicle air conditioning
Guided visit & tasting at a production of Parmesan Cheese
Guided visit & tasting at a production of Traditional Balsamic Vinegar PDO
Pickup and drop off from Bologna and transportation for the duration of the tour (could be shared)

Itinerary

1
Bologna
1h
Pickup from your place in Bologna, after a 1-hour drive, we will start our first visit, a dairy farm
2
Province of Modena
1h 30min
DAIRY FARM / We will start our tour with a guided visit at a cheese factory and learn how aged Parmigiano Reggiano cheese is produced.
3
Province of Modena
45min
ACETAIA - BALSAMIC VINEGAR OF MODENA / Then we will continue with a visit to an “Acetaia” and discover the production of the famous “black gold”, the precious traditional balsamic vinegar of Modena, which you will be able to taste at the end of your guided tour. You will be able to ask questions about the production process directly to the family.
4
Province of Modena
45min
LIGHT LUNCH / We will have a light lunch in a picturesque estate situated among the gentle hills of the Modena area, at the premises of the balsamic vinegar producer.
5
Bologna
50min
After the tour, our driver will drop you off in Bologna.

Before you go

Ticket & redemption

Mobile or paper ticket accepted
One ticket covers the whole booking

Pickup & drop-off

Pickup is available from the city center of Bologna, when the option with pickup from hotel is selected. Driver will pick you up at the address you specify or at the closest available point if there is no possibility to reach the place you stay in, by car. All the details will be communicated to you after the tour confirmation. Please be sure to indicate the full address and a contact cell with any messenger.
Please note that if you arrive by train, please contact us before booking your train, as we could advise on the best suitable arrival time. It could take 15 to 20 minutes to exit the underground train station where most of the high speed trains arrive.
It means that you should arrive in Bologna no later than 08:30 am for the pickup at 08:50 am.
We are unable to accommodate late arrivals. No refunds will be possible in such instances.

Accessibility

Specialized infant seats are available
Suitable for all physical fitness levels

Good to know

Not recommended for travelers with spinal injuries
Not recommended for pregnant travelers
Not recommended for travelers with poor cardiovascular health
The remaining time will need for the transportation
The order of the visits and inclusions for light lunch could change

Restrictions & safety

Please communicate any food allergy or intolerance in advance

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Bologna Food Tour: Parmesan Cheese & Balsamic Vinegar Experience with Lunch

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