Bologna: Parmesan, Vinegar, Wine, Lunch +Transfer

Join our exclusive day tour and immerse yourself in the rich flavors of Emilia-Romagna, Italy’s gourmet heartland. Your experience begins at a traditional dairy, where you’ll witness the full process of making Parmigiano Reggiano cheese — from curdling to aging inside vast “cheese cathedrals.” Enjoy a generous tasting of different ages of Parmigiano with ricotta, caciotta, balsamic vinegar, and a glass of local wine. Next, visit a family-run winery to learn about the region’s signature sparkling red — Lambrusco. Toast to tradition with a guided tasting among the vineyards. Finally, explore an Acetaia (balsamic house) to discover how Modena’s “black gold” matures over decades in wooden barrels. The day concludes with a relaxing 3-course lunch (starter, pasta, dessert) at a winery or balsamic producer before returning to Bologna. A perfect blend of flavors, culture, and countryside charm — ideal for food and wine lovers.

1. 1

   Bologna

   1 hour

   Pick up from your place in Bologna and transfer to the first stop, a dairy farm.

2. 2

   Province of Modena

   1.5 hours

   Your first experience takes you to a Parmigiano Reggiano dairy, where you’ll follow the fascinating production process from fresh milk to the impressive aging rooms filled with hundreds of cheese wheels. At the end of the visit, enjoy a guided tasting of different maturations of Parmigiano Reggiano, along with ricotta, caciotta, balsamic vinegar, homemade marmalade, and a glass of local wine.

3. 3

   Province of Modena

   45 min

   Visit a traditional Acetaia, where the famous Balsamic Vinegar of Modena is lovingly aged in wooden barrels for years. Discover the secrets of this “black gold” and taste the deep, rich flavors that result from its long maturation process.

4. 4

   Castelvetro di Modena

   2 hours

   Unveil the secrets of Lambrusco, the sparkling jewel of northern Italy, on an exclusive guided tour at a local winery. Immerse yourself in the rich tapestry of flavors and traditions that define Emilia Romagna as a paradise for food and wine enthusiasts. Raise your glass to an unforgettable experience, where every sip tells a story and every moment is a celebration of the region's finest. Enjoy a 3-course lunch, composed of a starter, first course and dessert, accompanied by local wine and water.

5. 5

   Bologna

   1 hour

   Dropp off in Bologna

• Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller
• Public transportation options are available nearby
• Specialized infant seats are available
• Not recommended for travelers with spinal injuries
• Not recommended for pregnant travelers
• Not recommended for travelers with poor cardiovascular health

For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.