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Parma
Elisa was a great guide, took a lot of time, was nice and we had a lot of fun. Thank you
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Operator response
Vielen Dank für die Bewertung!
Private half day tour in Parma
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At a glance
- Duration
- 4 hours
- Price from
- $276 / person
- Location
- Parma, Italy
- Rating
- 5.0 / 5 · 6 reviews
- Languages
- EN, IT
- Group
- Private
- Cancellation
- Free cancellation up to 24 hours before
- Confirmation
- Instant
- Ticket
- Mobile or paper ticket accepted
- Operator
- Maestro Travel Experience
- Meeting point
- Your guide will wait for you in front of the Roadhouse Restaurant, which is just outside Parma highway exit.
Description
A journey to discover Parma and its traditions to get to know the culinary traditions for which this area is famous during this 6-hour food tour. Visit a cheese factory. Learn about the famous Parma ham. End the tour in a typical restaurant, where you will enjoy all the products of the territory and taste local wines like Lambrusco and Malvasia.
Schedule & prices
- Runs
- Every day
- Start times
- 9:00 AM
- Next available
- Thu, Oct 8
- Adult (ages 5–91)
- $276
Prices change with the date; the lowest is shown.
Larger groups pay less per person.
From the operator’s live schedule on Viator, checked Oct 7.
Tour Options
Itinerary
Visit a Parmigiano Reggiano cheese dairy and learn about every step of the natural making process that leads to the birth of the king of all cheeses. Enter the impressive ageing rooms and walk surrounded by 5000 Parmigiano Reggiano cheese wheels. Taste cheese of different ages and savour how it improves over time.
Travel through the beautiful Parma countryside. Visit a Parma Ham factory and follow the journey of this prestigious ham from the careful selection of the meat until its meticulous ageing. Taste the unique sweetness of Parma Ham and other local cold cuts.
What's included
Included
Local wine
Hotel pickup and drop-off (from your accommodation in Parma or preferred pick-up point in Parma)
Transport by private vehicle when applicable
Professional Italian/English-speaking guide
Food tasting
Not included
Eventual purchase of products at the production factories
Gratuities
Pickup Locations & Times
Please, let us know the name of the hotel or apartment you stay in, we offer the pick-up also at the other hotels in Parma. If you will arrive for the tour from the other city we'll advise you the best point to meet your guide. If you will arrive for the tour by train, please let us know the arrival time and your guide will meet you at the ticket office of the train station in Parma.
Traveller Ratings
Reviews collected by Viator and Tripadvisor
5.0
6 reviews
How it compares in Parma
- Starting price $276 is 32% above the typical $209 for tours of similar length in Parma
Excurgo comparison of 141 Viator tours, recalculated daily.
Important Information
- Public transportation options are available nearby
- Infants are required to sit on an adult’s lap
- Suitable for all physical fitness levels
Cancellation
For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.
1+ days before100% refund
0–1 days before0% refund
Frequently asked questions
How long does Private half day tour in Parma take?
Private half day tour in Parma lasts about 4 hours. The itinerary has 2 stops.
How much does Private half day tour in Parma cost?
Prices start at $276 per person for this Parma experience, booked through Viator with the price shown before checkout. There are 2 booking options, so the final price depends on the option you choose.
What days does Private half day tour in Parma run?
According to the operator’s current schedule, it runs every day, starting at 9:00 AM.
Can I cancel Private half day tour in Parma for free?
Yes. Cancel at least 1 day before the start for a full refund. Later cancellations are non-refundable.
Is hotel pickup included?
Yes, pickup is offered. Please, let us know the name of the hotel or apartment you stay in, we offer the pick-up also at the other hotels in Parma. If you will arrive for the tour from the other city we'll advise you the best point to meet your guide. If you will arrive for the tour by train, please let us know the arrival time and your guide will meet you at the ticket office of the train station in Parma. Pickup points include Residence Parmigianino.
What languages is Private half day tour in Parma offered in?
The experience is available in EN, IT.
Is this a private or a group tour?
It is a private experience: only your party takes part. Up to 8 travellers can book together.
Is the tour suitable for children?
Infants are required to sit on an adult’s lap
Will my booking be confirmed immediately?
Yes, bookings are confirmed instantly.
Is Private half day tour in Parma worth it?
Travellers rate it 5.0 out of 5 across 6 reviews on Viator and Tripadvisor; it is run by Maestro Travel Experience.
Reviews(6)
Reviews collected by Viator and Tripadvisor
C
Fantastic tour!!
Elisa is a super nice guide who knows all the details and answered all our questions. The factories we visited where small and original, we really enjoyed our day!!
Operator response
Thank you so much!
4
Excellent tour with excellent guide
When you are in the neighberhood of Parma and you like delicacy, this tour is a must. We visted 3 sites and booked the optional afternoon trip to a Aceto Balsamico producer. We both enjoyed evrything and had a wonderful lunch with Proscuitto thanks to our great guide Elisa.
1 people found this helpful
Operator response
Thank you so much for the review, I am delighted to hear you've enjoyed the experience. Best wishes, Rossella
T
A day for food lovers
The food tour was excellent! The guide, Elisa, helped us to discover the secrets behind famous foods of the region. It’s obvious she is really passionate about the subject and it’s easy to share the passion with her. How could you not - delicious parmiggiano reggiano, striking parma ham, and for the conclusion: black gold in form of traditional balsamic vinegar. Highly recommended for all food enthusiasts!
1 people found this helpful
Operator response
Thank you so much for the review! I am happy to hear we've managed to pass you our passion and hope to see you in Parma again!
Q
Great trip! Absolutely recommendable
We had booked the self-driving tour to a cheese factory, a ham factory and then to a balsamic manufacturer. The tour was great, all three stations were very interesting, there was the opportunity to taste the products after each station, very delicious!!! The tour is conducted in small groups (we were only two people that day + guide) Absolutely recommendable.
Operator response
Vielen Dank für die Bewertung. Ich freue mich zu wissen, dass Sie die Erfahrung genossen haben und hoffe, Sie wieder in Parma zu sehen! Rossella
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