Top Emilia-Romagna Half-day Tours

You will have the unique opportunity to explore the beauties of the Corno alle Scale Regional Park with a professional guide who will facilitate you in the use of the e-bike, making you enjoy the pleasure of being immersed in the true and wild nature that only the Apennines can give away.

The name of two small villages in Parma countryside, Busseto and Roncole, has been made great by Giuseppe Verdi, the immortal opera composer who was born in these neighborhoods in 1813. An exclusive guided tour will go cross these simply charming surroundings, where thematic museums lie "Casa Barezzi" have been established to celebrate the artist and his music. But sound and vision are not enough: you will have the chance to amuse your taste as well, since those places are also homeland of the king of cold cuts: Culatello.

About 10 km southwards from Parma, close to its delightful hills, you will discover the art of making Parmigiano cheese in a historical surrounding, where ancient and noble families have crossed their fates. Near the magnificent Rocca Sanvitale in Sala Baganza, you will reach the old cellar which has become seat of an intriguing wine museum.

The company extends between the municipalities of Fusignano and Alfonsine, in the Romagna plain, on the border with the Marche and the Adriatic Sea. The company was founded at the end of the 19th century by the great-grandfather Luigi and evolved, as we know it today, after the end of the Second World War. Always grape producers and since 1999 associated with the consortium "Il Bagnacavallo" for the production and enhancement of native grapes. Longanesi grapes, for the production of “Burson” wines, a black grape variety, saved in the Classe pine forest; Famous grape, for the production of “Rambela” wines, a white grape variety, dated in our territory 1437; Centesimino and Malbo Gentile grapes. Historical vines that find their natural habitat in this environment.

Parma is known as the "foodvalley", but also an elegant city and territory, in the name of architecture and art. You will discover this combination in a complete and private tour, from a visit to an important art collection kept in an elegant villa, surrounded by a lush park, at the entrance to a well-known ham factory, which follows the complete cycle for the production of own cured meats: from breeding to maturing. What better way to end the day than a rich tasting?

We will visit a farm devoted to the recovery of ancient local races, from the white-mantled cows to the ancient pig breed “Nera Parmigiana”, we will observe the farm animals, the vegetable gardens and the vineyards. We will visit the magnificent cellars of an ancient fortress of the early XIV Century, where the PDO Culatello of Zibello is cured. Few people know that this is the area in the world where the greatest variety of cured meat products is obtained from pigs. During the visit you will be able to understand the features and origins of the different products and the characteristics and the history of the king of cured meat, the PDO Culatello of Zibello. The visit will end with a rich tasting or lunch, a real joy for the senses! We recommend Gourmet tasting: Large selection of cured meat, traditional pasta, homemade focaccia, salad, dessert, wine and water. Other smaller tastings or à la carte menu are also available. You can choose the solution you prefer and pay for it on site!

There's an unusual Parma, made of nature, taste and tradition. This tour will start from the extraordinary collection of Ettore Guatelli: more than 160.000 items, evoking the charming but almost forgot simplicity of rural life, are on display in a cottage, turned into a museum. Afterwards, the tour will bring to a local winery; here, after having witnessed all the wine production stages, the guests will enjoy a picnic in the vineyards, based on Parma best known delicacies. Escaping from urban life has never been so tasty...

The beauty of Bologna is not only that it's got (almost) everything that you expect of a big city, but on a human scale, Bologna is not only the seat of the oldest Western World University, founded in 1088, it also has an established reputation of capital of gastronomy and a well preserved medieval city centre containing some 40 kilometres of porticoes built over 1,000 years.

A walking tour dedicated to the secrets of the Bolognese hill. In the monasteries and in the cenobies of the hill the communities of friars who hosted the pilgrims going to the city met, the bishops many centuries later built their villas here, and the great hydraulic projects to bring the fresh water of the hill took place in this wild corner and wooded in the city. Our itinerary touches some of the wonders preserved in this part of the city, where nature and architecture come together in a unique union. The red and yellow colors of the villas, Renaissance churches and medieval cenobies (ancient medieval monasteries) blend with the light yellowish and white colors of the badlands and clay. Large wooded gardens are the setting for these architectural wonders.

Bologna, the capital of the Reggio Emilia region, is one of the most historical cities in whole Italy. It’s existence dates back to 1000 BC. The city hosts the first university in the whole World. You will enjoy, with your private official tour guide, getting to know the most emblematic and representative sites of the city. Bologna has a very active public life and high economic activy. - SAVE COVID-19 SAFE - As this is a private tour we take care of maintaining social distance.

Taste local specialties and delve into Parma’s renowned culinary scene during this small-group, half-day food crawl. Make five gourmet stops for sweet and savory samples, including cured meats, local pastas, and freshly made desserts, paired with wines and espresso. You’ll also taste Prosciutto di Parma, resulting in a full lunch.

Embark on a journey into Modena’s history, culture and delicious food scene. Meet the proud families and fascinating stories behind food with our local guides. Taste and learn everything about Italian iconic food like Parmigiano Reggiano and Balsamic vinegar of Modena on a small-group tour limited to 8 people.

Explore the culinary traditions of Bologna with this half-day food tour. Join a guide for a small-group walking tour and taste local specialties such as Parmigiano Reggiano cheese, Bolognese ragu, and mortadella. Begin the tour with a gourmet coffee, visit markets, and meet artisans at work to see how tortellini are made. Lunch at a historic osteria and a gelato tasting are included.

Treat your hungry self to a food tour of Bologna, and discover why the city is known for its love of gastronomy. With a local guide, you’ll savor breakfast, then sample fresh pasta, balsamic vinegar, cheese, wine, gelato, and even a secret dish—to be revealed on the tour. Explore the city by foot in between tastings, and learn about Bologna and its food heritage through the tour. Just let the local supplier know in advance if you have special dietary requirements.

This tour will provide you with an experience above and beyond tasting some of the best Italian food in places where locals enjoy dining. A combination of flavorful ingredients, local produce, old-world knowledge and a centuries-old passion for food is why Bologna is the country's culinary capital. As a private tour, everything works around you! Our start times are much more easy going, dates can open up. It's a much more intimate and cozy experience. No need to shout over other tourists, you will have every question answered, and leave feeling like a native yourself!

Put on a lab coat and get ready to visit a Parmigiano Reggiano cheese factory! Discover the production secrets, see where the cows are bred and milk, witness the whole cheesemaking process, then complete the visit with a delicious tasting! • Visit to the cowshed, the Parmigiano Reggiano's cheese factory and seasoning room • Welcome breakfast and Tasting of 3 seasonings of Parmigiano Reggiano, traditional cold cuts, a glass of Lambrusco wine and other local products included • Claudio will uncover and explain every step of the Parmigiano Reggiano making process • Disposable gown and hygienic cap to visit the cheese factory will be provided • This experience is bookable as a private event only

Enjoy a full Ferrari experience visiting Ferrari museum in Maranello and driving a real Ferrari on the road on the racetrack! The program includes: -Ticket entrance to Ferrari Museum in Maranello: live the prancing horse dream. The museum offers a unique voyage of discovery through cars that have made automotive history on streets and circuits the world over. -Test drive Ferrari on the road with instructor alongside for 30 minutes on your way to Autodromo di Modena -Arrival in Modena circuit, welcome coffee, technical briefing and start of the activity on the track: 1 warm-up lap with Peugeot + 3 laps with Ferrari F458 Challenge with a co-pilot alongside. -Helmet and helmet lining given by Autodromo di Modena. -Test drive Ferrari on the road with instructor alongside for 30 minutes on your way back to Maranello €1050,00 per person price with test drive on the road with Ferrari California €1200,00 per person price with test drive on the road with Ferrari 458 Italia

Immerse yourself in the Ferrari world during this 6-hour tour. Test drive a real Ferrari for a full 30 minutes and leave with a DVD. Then visit both the Ferrari Museum and Enzo Ferrari Museum to learn all about the history of the car and carmaker. Enjoy a 4-course lunch at a local restaurant and end with a panoramic bus tour of the Fiorano circuit and Enzo Ferrari Road.

The program breaks down as follows: -nr.1 test drive a Ferrari F430* for 20 minutes around Maranello alongside a driving instructor -DVD camera car and driving certificate -nr. 1 test with our Formula 1 Simulator -nr.1 entrance to Ferrari’s Museum -nr.1 full lunch in a typical traditional local restaurant  (starter, first course, second course, dessert and drinks included )

Parmigiano Reggiano, Balsamic Vinegar of Modena, Lambrusco and Salumi ... all in one experience! The tour includes: Meeting at Maranello at our Maranelviaggi office at 10:00 10:30 Guided vinegar tour with tasting  Guided wine cellar tour with tasting 12:00 Guided visit of the Salumeria Museum with tasting 13:00 Lunch in a typical restaurant with traditional menu 6 courses including drinks 15:00 Guided dairy visit with tasting Availability: Tuesday-Friday-Saturday Other days available on request by private tour Tour carried out in Italian and English

Live your experience in the City of Ferrari between Engines and Flavors. Visit the Prancing Horse Museum, drive a Ferrari through the streets of Maranello, sit at the table for a tasting of local products and find out where the Traditional Balsamic Vinegar of Modena is born

On this private, half-day tour, discover why the Emilia-Romagna region is world-famous amongst food lovers. Follow your guide to a dairy where Parmigiano Reggiano is produced, learn how the “king of cheese” is made, and enjoy samples. You also do plenty of tasting when you visit a Prosciutto di Parma producer. In between, pause for a photo opportunity foothills of the medieval village of Torrechiara, famed for its enormous castle.

Highlights of the experience: • unique tour of the city center of Parma that mixes the main monuments and attractions with the local food exploring the hidden places where only the locals go.

Highlights of the experience: • Historical family owned Traditional Balsamic Vinegar with tasting, • Local family owned producer of Lambrusco • Dedicated services and discount at Fidenza Village