Overview
Enter a world of parmigiano-reggiano cheese on a 2-hour visit to a Parma 'caseficio' (cheese factory). Watch the cheese makers at work as they separate the whey and shape the cheese into wheels. Before you leave, finish with a tasting of cheese paired with honey and regional wine.
Learn the origins of Parmigiano Reggiano cheese on a visit to a cheese factory in Parma. Hear how the cheese – protected by the EU – is still produced following traditional methods.
Watch the cheese makers pull the product from the milk vats, and get a behind-the-scenes look at the process of cooking and separating the whey. Visit the shaping and salting rooms before going to the stagionatura where the cheese is aged.
Savor the sight and smell of thousands of wheels of cheese. Learn about the strict tests performed by the Consorzio, such as hammering the cheeses before the fire branding ritual. Then, taste different aged Parmigiano Reggiano Cheeses.
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- Free cancellation up to 24 hours before
- Mobile ticket
What's included
Private transportation
Parmigiano cheese tour and farmhouse visit
3 different Cheese tasting
Pick up and Drop off in Central Parma nh Hotel next to the train station
Gratuities
Meeting and pickup
Travelers meet at the meeting point.
Meeting point
NH hotel: Parma station, north exit Falcone/Borsellino, reach the NH hotel on the right. Our Van wait at the bus parking area in front of the hotel . After 10 minutes passed the scheduled time for pick up the vehicle will leave for its destination.
End point
This activity ends back at the meeting point.
What to expect
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Parma
2 hours
The whole experience is run at the Parmigiano cheese factory in which you will be guided by the Grandson of the founder !
Cancellation Policy
For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the start time.
Times are local to the experience (Europe/Rome).
Additional Information
- A minimum of 2 people per booking is required
- Mobile or paper ticket accepted
- Up to 15 travelers per booking
- Each booking must include at least one adult.
FAQs about Parmigiano Reggiano Cheese Tasting Tour
Can I cancel Parmigiano Reggiano Cheese Tasting Tour for free?
Yes. For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the start time.
How long does it take?
It takes about 2 hours.
Where does it start?
NH hotel: Parma station, north exit Falcone/Borsellino, reach the NH hotel on the right. Our Van wait at the bus parking area in front of the hotel .
What's included?
- Private transportation
- Parmigiano cheese tour and farmhouse visit
- 3 different Cheese tasting
- Pick up and Drop off in Central Parma nh Hotel next to the train station
What's not included?
- Gratuities
Which languages is it offered in?
It is offered in English, Italian.
Is it suitable for children?
Children must be accompanied by an adult.
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