Best Parma Countryside Food & Wine Tasting Tour

Overview

The rolling vineyards and medieval architecture of the Emilia-Romagna region serve as the stage for this 4-hour high-impact private countryside expedition. Provided by INSOLITISENTIERI, this journey transitions from the urban energy of Bologna into the heart of the Highlands. You move from the educational discovery of 36-month aged Parmigiano Reggiano to an active immersion featuring a visit to a traditional ham factory and an authentic lunch in a rural Osteria, experiencing an environment where raw Italian tradition and relaxed city exploration define the energy. Because this is a private group experience with door-to-door transport, securing your spot is a necessity for a definitive 10/10 vertical standard of Parmesan discovery.

What's Included

Itinerary

1. The journey begins with a private pickup in Bologna. You’ll perform a 1-hour transition to a small farm, gaining an initial window into the landscape of the "Zona Tipica." Your guide provides a perspective on the cheesemaking process as you walk through the warehouse, witnessing the vertical standard of the massive aging wheels. This phase reaches its culminating point with a vertical tasting of 12, 24, and 36-month aged cheese paired with a local wine glass.
2. The core of the expedition involves an immersive discovery of a Parma Ham factory. You’ll perform a guided tour through the various production steps, witnessing the vertical standard of the traditional curing process. Afterward, you’ll transition through vineyards and hills—passing by castles and farmhouses—to reach an informal Osteria for a traditional lunch surrounded by nature.
3. The third phase involves a transition to the Parma city center. You’ll perform a 1-hour guided walk through narrow streets, witnessing the vertical standard of Romanesque churches, the Baptistery, and medieval buildings. This provides a necessary 10/10 refresh before you perform the final return loop back to Bologna.