Small-Group Parma Food Tour: Parmigiano, Prosciutto & Castle

Visiting the Parmigiano Reggiano dairy farm

Duration5h

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LanguagesEnglish, Italian, Spanish

Group sizeUp to 10 travelers

Pickup offeredSee the meeting and pickup details below

Overview

Discover the authentic flavors of Parma on this small-group food tour, available as a half-day or full-day experience. Meet at 8:00 am at Parma Central Train Station and enjoy a scenic drive through the rolling hills of Langhirano, home to some of Italy’s most iconic specialties.

Visit family-run producers to see how Parmigiano Reggiano and Prosciutto di Parma are made, with guided tastings that bring local traditions to life.

If you choose the full-day option, enjoy a traditional lunch at a local restaurant, featuring classic dishes and the iconic torta fritta.

In the afternoon, travel through the countryside to the Castle of Torrechiara. Admission is included, along with a brief introduction to the castle’s history by a local guide, followed by free time to explore independently.

Ideal for food lovers seeking an authentic experience, combining local flavors, scenic landscapes, and cultural heritage in a relaxed small-group setting.

Options

Lunch & Torrechiara castle

Lunch & Torrechiara castle: Enjoy Parma's authentic flavors with lunch and visit Torrechiara Castle for history, culture, and stunning landscapes.
Filled ravioli
Pickup included

Half-day tour

Pickup included

What's included

Parmigiano Reggiano tasting (usually three differente ages)
Air-conditioned vehicle
Tasting of 24 months Parma Ham, Fiocco e Culatta (two others type of cured meats)

What to expect

Societa Agricola Saliceto - Caseificio
2h · Admission ticket included

Our first stop will be at the Parmigiano Reggiano dairy farm, where we will witness the production process and have a guided tasting of the famous cheese. The drive from the Parma station to the Saliceto dairy farm will take approx. 30 minutes and visiting the Prosciutto di Parma will take approximately 1,5 hours, including the tasting.
Salumificio Conti
3h · Admission ticket included

In the Langhirano Valley, you can explore the process of making Prosciutto di Parma. The meat is slowly cured with the help of Marino's wind, which blows in from the Ligurian Sea. The production of this delicious delicacy is a combination of passion, talent, and farm-to-fork ingredients.

The journey from the dairy farm to the Salumificio Conti will take approximately 20 minutes. The visit to the Prosciutto di Parma production site, including the tasting, will take around 1.5 hours. If you don't wish to extend your tour for the afternoon, we will return to Parma, and the drive back will take around 45 minutes.

Meeting and pickup

Meeting point

Our meeting point is at 8:30 am at Parma’s train station, on the lower floor, in front of the cafe “Chiccotosto”. Parma is easily accessible by train from other major cities in the area, such as Modena, Bologna, and Milan. If you need help finding the best options, please feel free to ask.

End point

Our meeting point is at 8:30 am at Parma’s train station, on the lower floor, in front of the cafe “Chiccotosto”. Parma is easily accessible by train from other major cities in the area, such as Modena, Bologna, and Milan. If you need help finding the best options, please feel free to ask.

Pickup details

Our meeting point is at 8:00 am at Parma's train station, on the lower floor, in front of the cafe. Parma is easily accessible by train from other major cities in the area, such as Modena, Bologna, and Milan. If you need help finding the best options, please feel free to ask.

Additional information

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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