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Discover two sides of Emilia-Romagna in one day: world-famous food traditions and legendary Italian cars. Travel from Bologna into the countryside to visit a Parmigiano Reggiano dairy and a Traditional Balsamic Vinegar of Modena PDO producer, with guided tastings and a light lunch. Then head to Maranello to explore the Ferrari Museum and immerse yourself in the myth of the Prancing Horse. Round-trip transport included.

What's included

Hotel pickup and drop-off in Bologna city center, when the selected option includes hotel pickup
Light lunch / tasting of local specialties at the premises of balsamic vinegar producer
Guided visit to a producer of Traditional Balsamic Vinegar of Modena PDO with tasting
Guided visit to a Parmigiano Reggiano dairy followed by tasting
Round-trip transportation from Bologna for the duration of the tour in a small group
Skip-the-line entrance ticket to the Ferrari Museum in Maranello

Not included

Full-course restaurant lunch
Private guide accompanying you throughout the day
Tips and private expenses

Itinerary

1
Bologna
1h
Meet your driver in Bologna and leave the city behind as you travel into the countryside of Emilia-Romagna, an area internationally known for both its gastronomic heritage and automotive excellence.
2
Province of Modena
1h 30min
Visit a working dairy and discover the production process behind one of Italy's most famous cheeses. Follow the different stages of production, from fresh milk to the impressive aging room filled with wheels of Parmigiano Reggiano. The producer's team will explain the traditional techniques and strict rules that make this PDO cheese unique. The visit concludes with a tasting of Parmigiano Reggiano.
3
Province of Modena
1h 30min
Continue into the Modena countryside for a visit to a traditional acetaia. Discover how Traditional Balsamic Vinegar of Modena PDO is produced and why its aging process can take many years. See the wooden barrels where the vinegar slowly develops its characteristic flavors and aromas, followed by a tasting. A light lunch/food tasting featuring local specialties is also included. Please note that this is not a traditional full-course restaurant lunch.
4
Museo Ferrari
1h
The final experience of the day takes you from Emilia-Romagna's Food Valley to its Motor Valley. Visit the Ferrari Museum in Maranello, where you can explore the exhibitions independently and discover iconic road cars, racing models, trophies, and stories from Ferrari's history. This is a self-guided museum visit; no private guide is included inside the museum.
5
Bologna
1h
After your Ferrari Museum visit, meet your driver for the return journey to Bologna.

Before you go

Ticket & redemption

Mobile or paper ticket accepted
One ticket covers the whole booking

Pickup & drop-off

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.
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.
When you select option "Pickup from meeting point", pickup will be from piazza XX Settembre in Bologna, no pickup from hotel is included in this option.

Accessibility

Specialized infant seats are available
Suitable for all physical fitness levels

Good to know

Public transportation options are available nearby
Not recommended for travelers with spinal injuries
Not recommended for pregnant travelers
Not recommended for travelers with poor cardiovascular health
All visits and tastings will be conducted by the producers' team and might involve other guests; there won't be a private guide accompanying you throughout the day.

Restrictions & safety

Please communicate any food allergy or intolerance in advance

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