Half-Day Parmesan, Balsamic & Wine Food Tour near Modena

Explore the Food Valley with a licensed, English-speaking local guide, traveling from Bologna by minibus or van. Go behind the scenes of dairy production and taste local specialties where they’re made.

Itinerary

1. Meet at Piazza XX Settembre at 07:30.
2. Spend 1 hour watching the master cheesemaker craft Parmigiano Reggiano. Enjoy breakfast with warm ricotta, aged cheese, and crispy parmesan chips.
3. Discover how balsamic vinegar ages in centuries-old barrels during a 1-hour visit. Enjoy a guided spoon tasting, including a cherry-based balsamic condiment.
4. Spend 1 hour walking through the vineyards with a glass of Pignoletto and enjoying a guided tasting of Lambrusco and Barbera. Pair the tasting with a farmer's lunch of cured meats and seasonal specialties.
5. End the tour at the last stop at 13:15.

What's Included

• Guided dairy visit and traditional balsamic vinegar tasting
• Breakfast with local products, snacks and drinks
• Winery lunch with food pairings and local wines

Important details

• Ages 12+ only
• Not recommended if you have impaired physical mobility
• Not recommended during pregnancy
• Not wheelchair- or stroller-accessible
• Wear closed-toe shoes with non-slip rubber soles for the dairy visit; some areas may be wet or slippery