Parmesan Cheese and Parma Ham Tour with Tastings
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Experience Highlights
Discover the secrets behind two of Italy's most iconic products, Parmesan cheese and Parma ham, on this fascinating half-day tasting tour. Accompanied by an expert guide, you'll visit an authentic Parmesan cheese factory, where you'll learn about the production process and have the chance to taste this delicious cheese. Afterwards, you will visit a Parma ham factory, where you will discover how this tasty ham is cured and enjoy a tasting . For a more exclusive experience, the tour is designed for small groups and includes hotel pick-up and private transport.
- Learn about the production of Parmesan cheese and Parma ham from local experts.
- Enjoy tastings of high quality Parmesan cheese and Parma ham
- Benefit from the exclusivity and personalisation of a small group tour.
What’s included
- Half-day Parmesan cheese and Parma ham tour with tastings
- Hotel pick-up service
- Small group
- Visit to two traditional factories
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Step by Step
Experience a culinary journey through the Emilia-Romagna region and get to know two of Italy's most famous products: Parmesan cheese and Parma ham. This half-day tour will take you to the factories where these delicious delicacies are produced, where you can learn about the production process and enjoy tastings.
The tour starts with a comfortable pick-up from your hotel in a private transfer that will take you to visit an authentic Parmesan cheese factory. Here, you will get a close look at how this famous cheese is made. You will learn about the ingredients, the production techniques and the maturing time needed to obtain the characteristic taste and texture of Parmesan cheese. You will also be able to participate in a tasting of different varieties of Parmesan cheese.
After the visit to the cheese factory, you will head to a Parma ham factory. Here, you will discover how this delicious ham is cured and learn about the regulations and quality standards that must be met to obtain the protected designation of origin. You will see the curing process and taste Parma ham in all its glory.
This is a fully organised tour designed especially for small groups, making it an exclusive experience.