Bologna: Parmesan, Vinegar, Lambrusco, Ferrari with Lunch – Emilia-Romagna, Italy

EXPERIENCE:

You will start your day with a guided visit to a cheese factory and learn how aged Parmigiano Reggiano cheese is produced. Dive into the most authentic making of Parmigiano Reggiano PDO: from the curdling into the typical copper heaters to the salting and the final aging in the so-called wheel cathedrals, you will be a privileged witness of almost all the steps of production of this out-and-out food icon. Tasting at the end.

What is the most famous supercar brand of all time? Of course, it is Ferrari. It was born just nearby, so you can’t help but visit the Ferrari Museum in Maranello with cars, images and trophies that have marked the history of the brand, where you will be able to experience the places where the most beautiful cars in the world are designed.

After, you will continue with a visit to an “Acetaia” and discover the production of the famous “black gold”, the precious traditional balsamic vinegar of Modena, which you will be able to taste at the end of your guided tour.

Enjoy a typical Emilian lunch including cured meats, the ever-present pasta and a homemade dessert.

Finally, visit a local winery and take a guided tour of the facilities to learn about Lambrusco, a sparkling wine from northern Italy.

Please note, that the tour is offered only in a SELF DRIVE OPTION (=without transfer), you have to travel with your OWN car. NO TRANSFER is included. It means that you will have to leave the hotel where you stay / train station / any other starting point on your own, reach all the meeting points on your own, return to your place using your own means of transportation. No pickup / drop off is included or offered in this tour. All visits will be held in the countryside between Bologna and Modena, it is NOT POSSIBLE to take this tour using public transport.

TOUR HIGHLIGHTS:

Learn more about how Parmigiano cheese is being produced
Discover Ferrari museum, where the most beautiful cars in the world are designed
Visit Acetaia to discover the precious traditional balsamic vinegar of Modena
Savor the bright flavors of Lambrusco, a sparkling red wine from northern Italy
Enjoy full lunch menu to keep you going all day

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