Tour Parmigiano Reggiano dairy and Parma ham
Description
You will appreciate the real Parmigiano cheese production in a very traditional factory. It will be possible to see the when cheese makers pull the cheese from the milk vats. You will then be taken to the seasoning/storage rooms to see the final stages of production. At the end of the tour there will be a tasting of different aged Parmigiano Reggiano Cheeses. For Parma ham Prosciutto factory visit we will proceed to the idyllic hills of Langhirano home of Prosciutto di Parma Ham. You will move into the “environmental temperature stage”, by visiting the seasoning rooms, here characterized by the typical scents of the ham. During this stage it will be explained the method of “spillatura”, the process in which only the finest ham pasts the test, those selected by the Inspector of the Consortium will then be branded with the infamous ‘Crown of Parma’. At the end of the food tour there will be a degustation of Parma ham and a glass of Malvasia, a sparkling, white local wine.
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Itinerary
Meet at the designated pickup point and embark on a scenic drive to a traditional Parmigiano Reggiano dairy producer. Enjoy the journey through the picturesque countryside as you prepare to discover the time-honored art of crafting this world-famous cheese.
Visit a Parmigiano Reggiano dairy and immerse yourself in the traditional cheese-making process. Witness the artisanal craftsmanship behind this world-renowned cheese, from fresh milk to aged perfection. Conclude your visit with a guided tasting of Parmigiano Reggiano, expertly paired with fine local wine for a truly authentic experience.
A short drive through the countryside of the province of Parma leads to a Prosciutto di Parma producer, where the air is filled with the rich aroma of curing ham. Visitors can explore the traditional aging cellars, learn about the process of salt-curing and natural maturation, and savor the delicate, sweet flavor of this world-renowned delicacy.
Visit a Prosciutto di Parma producer for an exclusive tour, where you'll discover the traditional methods of curing this world-renowned ham. Enjoy a guided tasting of Prosciutto di Parma, perfectly paired with a selection of fine local wines for an authentic gastronomic experience.
After a wonderful experience, relax and enjoy the scenic drive back to the meeting point, bringing back cherished memories and locally sourced products to savor.
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Important Information
- Public transportation options are available nearby
- Specialized infant seats are available
- Suitable for all physical fitness levels
- Animals are not admitted
- If you arrive late after the scheduled time at the meeting point due to train or other transportation delays, it will be considered a "no-show." Late arrivals cannot be accommodated, and the booking is non-refundable and non-reschedulable, as clearly stated in the cancellation policy. Please plan your arrival carefully to avoid any issues.
Reviews(656)
If you love Parmesan and Prosciutto I would highly recommend this tour! Such a great experience to see the process of how much time goes into making it and the process behind the scenes.
This was an amazing experience with the most entertaining tour guide. I will reccomend this tour to everyone who visits Parma. So informative and I learned so much.
Excellent Experience!! Such an insightful and interesting tour and our host Mattea was fantastic and super knowledgeable.
A very educational tour, very good guides. Comes close to the production of both ham and cheese, many good taste samples. Anbegales!
Fantastic tour led by Paolo. Very knowledgeable tour guide who was happy to answer any questions. Great tour that visits smaller family run producers. You gain a full understanding and get to see the whole process of making Parmigiano Reggiano and Prosciutto di Parma. If you are a lover of good food and want a better understanding of how your food is produced this tour is a must.
Fun, informative, our guide was fantastic, and engaging. From the Parma reggiano, to prosciutto with Claudio was great. It was a fun, entertaining and feel good time. I wish I remembered our guide name.
Our guide Luca was great and provided excellent information. A great tour. Highly recommended.
Luca was such a good tour guide! Not only was the tour full of information, but he was funny too, which is sometimes hard to do in a second language. We learned so much and had a fabulous time. Highly recommend!!
Great experience! We learned a lot and we tasted amazing food. Luca , our guide, was really engaging and he made fun for my 10 years old ! Strongly recommend this experience
The guide was extremely knowledgeable and friendly. The vans were very comfortable with air conditioning. We learned a lot about both cheese making and the prosciutto process and got to taste some pretty special samples.
