Culatello and Parmigiano: Private half-day tour in Parma

Duration4h - 5h

Free cancellationFull refund up to 24 hours before

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TicketMobile or paper ticket accepted

LanguagesEnglish

Private tourOnly your group will participate

Pickup offeredSee the meeting and pickup details below

Overview

The highlight of this half-day tour is Italy’s most prestigious cold cut, Culatello di Zibello. After visiting Parmigiano Reggiano dairy, enter the family-run mansion to discover Culatello's ancient production tradition that still follows the rhythm of nature. Round off your foodie experience with a typical lunch in a local trattoria.

Options

Using your own vehicle

Self-drive tour
Pickup included

Transportation included

Private transfer
Pickup included

What's included

Private transportation (if option selected)
Tasting at the factories

Gratuities

What to expect

2h · Admission ticket included

Leaving Parma, you will first stop at a cheese factory to see how milk is transformed into Parmigiano Reggiano. You will also discover how this cheese, devoid of any chemical additives, can be aged for years to improve its quality. You will then learn to recognize the various aging stages by enjoying a tasting led by an expert.
Antica Corte Pallavicina
1h · Admission ticket included

Enter an ancient family mansion to visit the aging cellars of Culatello di Zibello, the most prestigious Italian ham with a noble history. Admire some unique Culatello hams pre-ordered by chef Massimo Bottura, Prince Charles, and many more famous lovers of Culatello di Zibello. During the guided tasting savor the overwhelming aroma of this unique product together with other local cold cuts and a glass of wine.

Meeting and pickup

Meeting point

If you are planning to reach Parma by car from another city, your guide will wait for you in front of the Roadhouse Restaurant, which is just outside the Parma highway exit. Your guide will be holding a sign displaying your name.

End point

If you are planning to reach Parma by car from another city, your guide will wait for you in front of the Roadhouse Restaurant, which is just outside the Parma highway exit. Your guide will be holding a sign displaying your name.

Pickup details

If you'll arrive for the tour by train from another city, please let us know the train number and arrival time. Your guide will meet you at the train station in front of the ticket office with a sign displaying your name.

Additional information

Infants are required to sit on an adult’s lap
Specialized infant seats are available
Suitable for all physical fitness levels

Cancellation policy

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

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