Parmesan and Ham Factory Tour with Tasting in Parma
About this experience
Participants will explore the production of Parmigiano Reggiano and Parma Ham in this immersive tour. The experience includes a visit to a local dairy where guests can observe the creation of Parmigiano Reggiano, including the use of copper cauldrons and aging rooms. An expert guide will share insights, followed by a tasting of various cheese ripenings. Afterward, the tour continues to a ham factory, where attendees will learn about the entire ham processing procedure, from meat selection to salting and maturation. A quality assurance method known as 'tapping' will be demonstrated, and a final tasting with local wine will be included. For travelers departing from Bologna, a visit to a historic vinegar factory is also part of the itinerary.
Itinerary
Parma
Guided tour of a Parmigiano Reggiano cheese factory with seasoning tasting
Langhirano
Guided tour of a famous historic Parma ham factory for about 1 hour and followed by a fabulous tasting of the finest ham accompanied by breadsticks and a glass of local wine
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Accessibility and comfort
- Infants are required to sit on an adult’s lap
- Suitable for all physical fitness levels
Good to know
- Train tickets will be sent the day before the tour.
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