8 Days Tour Start in Milan – End in Milan
Main cities: Parma, Bologna, Modena
14 Meals to include – 7 buffet breakfast, 2 lunches, 5 dinners
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Food and Wine in Emilia Romagna is an 8-day-tour perfectly paced for you to enjoy the many flavorsthis region has to offer. The tour will begin in Milan and proceed through Emilia-Romagna region before returning to Milan for your departure.
The Emilia-Romagna region and PARMA “the capital of the Food Valley” are known worldwide for the largest number of certified traditional Italian products (made in Italy). These include products such as prosciutto, parmigiano, mortadella, salami, balsamic vinegar, wines, olive oils, tortellini, pasta alla bolognese and many more. The entire food and wine production is still valued by the institution with Food Museums: The Museum of Parmigiano-Reggiano. The Museum of Ham and Salami of Parma, and the Salami Museum, dedicated to the most famous of Italian salami.
We have planned this itinerary for travelers who love Italian food and who want to learn and experience this culture though the region of Italy’s most popular and high-quality food.
During this tour you will learn and experience what make this food so special by visiting the cheese and prosciutto factory, the acetaia cellar (balsamic vinegar), the Fico Eataly world and take few cooking classes. Also, you will enjoy our tours by professional local guides to discover the historical treasures of Parma, BOLOGNA, MODENA and many picturesque small villages.
ITINERARY
Day 1 – Welcome to Milan – Emilia Romagna region
Ben Arrivati a Milano! Your driver will greet you at 3:00 pm at Milan Malpensa International Airport (MXP), to transfer you to your beautiful agriturismo-hotel in heart of Emilia Romagna region. In the late afternoon meet your tour guide followed by a welcome dinner.
Hotel: NH Parma, Hotel City Parma or similar (6 nights)
Day 2 – Cooking class at local farm house
We start our first day in Italy with a leisure breakfast. Then enjoy a cooking class at a local farm house to learn how to cook some typical Italian dishes followed by lunch with Lambrusco wine. In the afternoon enjoy some free time sightseeing in the local villages of the area.
Day 3 – Parma – Prosciutto factory
This morning we will start with a sightseeing tour with our local guide of Parma’s city center included in which is the Romanesque Cathedral, the Baptistery, where some may notice the difference between the Romanesque and Gothic styles of its architecture, and the amazing Baroque Farnese theatre or “Teatro Farnese” followed by a visit of the Prosciutto’s factory. In the late afternoon enjoy some free time with dinner at local restaurant.
Day 4 – Parmesan cheese factory – Cooking class – Lambrusco winery
This morning we visit the Parmesan Cheese Factory, (Parmigiano-Reggiano) with a local cheese expert. In the afternoon, experience a 3/4-hour cooking class where you will learn how to make some of the most traditional parmesan dishes like Tortelli, Tagliatelle and much more by a true, professional Italian. Following this cooking class, enjoy a wine tasting with a local wine expert. You can’t get more authentic than this! For dinner, you will enjoy the dish you so expertly prepared.
Day 5 – Fico Eataly
Today enjoy “FICO EATALY WORLD” the largest food park in the world at your own pleasure. Here you have time to join at your pleasure some food tours, food courses or food event (not included). In the evening, dinner will be served at local restaurant.
Day 6 – Bologna – Dozza
Start with a walking tour through the city center of Bologna, the capital city of the Emilia Romagna Region, with our local guide. After, you are given time for exploring as you wish. In the afternoon, transfer to the small village of Dozza; known for its festival of the painted wall. Here is where we visit a local landmark, the Sforza’s Castle, whose cellars host Enoteca Regionale Emilia Romagna, the wine shop and wine bar dedicated to oenology products of Emilia Romagna such as Lambrusco, Gutturnio, Albana and Pignoletto. Conclude this amazing day with an amazing dinner.
Day 7 – Modena, Balsamic Vinegar Cellar, Milan
This morning you’ll take a ride to Modena to visit the city center, its fascinating food market, and to see the beautiful Cathedral (Unesco Heritage). Later, we reach a local Acetaia to visit its cellar where the traditional Aceto Balsamico (Balsamic Vinegar) is made. Lunch will then be served with an Aceto Balsamico menu to celebrate the success of your vacation in this magnificent region of Emilia Romagna. In the late afternoon, enjoy a ride out to your hotel in Milan.
Hotel: Hotel dei Cavalieri, Mirage or similar (1 night)
Day 8 – Leaving for home
Arrivederci! Your airport transfer bus arrives to Milano Malpensa International Airport (MXP) at 7:00 am and 9:00 am.
WHAT IS INCLUDED
Transportation:
- Private airport transfer from Milan Int. Airport (MXP) to your hotel in Emilia Romagna Region as scheduled on the itinerary
- Luxury air-conditioned private mini-coach
Hotels:
- First-Class Hotel or Four Class Hotels (4**** and 5*****)
- All service charges, taxes, each tourist overnight city tax
- Baggage handling included when not in airports
- All standard gratuities for restaurant personnel
14 Meals:
- 7 American inspired breakfast buffets
- 2 lunches/cooking classes to include:
two main courses, mineral water, fine local wine (1/4) and dessert
- 5 dinners to include:
two main courses, mineral water, local wine (1/4) and dessert
- All standard gratuities for restaurant personnel
Tour Director & Tour Driver:
- Your tour will be conducted by our tour guide/tour driver. They will take the worry out of foreign travel as they manage the intricate details of your tour, keeping you entertained with anecdotes and stories to make sure your vacation is educational, entertaining, fun and safe!
- Any gratuities are at your pleasure for our tour guide and tour driver
Licensed Local guides:
- Experts in Parma, the Cheese and Prosciutto factories, Acetaia (Balsamic vinegar), Bologna, Modena
- Our local expert Guides are native citizens of the cities they represent offering a fascinating insight into local history, customs and tradition while entertaining you with stories only a local would know!
Equipment:
- Wireless headsets to hear our Guide clearly and distinctly in public places by utilizing our personal audio system for groups of 9+ allowing you to roam and explore sites (within 60 feet) without missing any insight from our local guides
- One umbrella for each person in case of rain
View, Visit, Walking tour, Museums, and Gallery: (WLG) = With Local guide and wireless headsets.
Parma:
- Walking tour through the city center to see the Cathedral, Baptistery, & the amazing Farnese Theater (WLG)
- Visit the Parmesan Cheese Factory (WLG)
- Visit the Prosciutto factory (WLG)
- Cooking class
Bologna:
- Guided tour through the city center (WLG)
- FICO Eataly – entrance ticket for the largest food park in the world
Modena:
- Walking tour through the city center (WLG)
- Visit the Acetaia -Balsamic Vinegar cellar (WLG)
Suggested attire:
- Comfortable shoes are important for walking on the uneven surfaces.
- Attire for Italian Churches: No shorts, skirts, tank tops, or bare shoulders for men or women are permitted. Bermuda shorts are permitted
Food and Wine in Emilia Romagna 2024 - Land Price per person (USD)
| Departure - End Dates | Double | Single | Triple | Young (5-12) |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| March 24 - March 31 | 2850 | 3562.5 | 2565 | 2423 |
| April 14 - April 21 | 3050 | 3812.5 | 2745 | 2593 |
| May 05 - May 12 | 3050 | 3812.5 | 2745 | 2593 |
| June 02 - June 09 | 3050 | 3812.5 | 2745 | 2593 |
| July 14 - July 21 | 3050 | 3812.5 | 2745 | 2593 |
| Sept 15 - Sept 22 | 3050 | 3812.5 | 2745 | 2593 |
| Oct 06 - Oct 13 | 3050 | 3812.5 | 2745 | 2593 |
| Nov 03 - Nov 10 | 2850 | 3562.5 | 2565 | 2423 |
Food and Wine in Emilia Romagna 2024 - Land Price per person (CAD)
| Departure - End Dates | Double | Single | Triple | Young (5-12) |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| March 24 - March 31 | 4132.5 | 5165.625 | 3719.25 | 3512.625 |
| April 14 - April 21 | 4422.5 | 5528.125 | 3980.25 | 3759.125 |
| May 05 - May 12 | 4422.5 | 5528.125 | 3980.25 | 3759.125 |
| June 02 - June 09 | 4422.5 | 5528.125 | 3980.25 | 3759.125 |
| July 14 - July 21 | 4422.5 | 5528.125 | 3980.25 | 3759.125 |
| Sept 15 - Sept 22 | 4422.5 | 5528.125 | 3980.25 | 3759.125 |
| Oct 06 - Oct 13 | 4423 | 5528.75 | 3980.7 | 3760 |
| Nov 03 - Nov 10 | 4133 | 5166.25 | 3719.7 | 3514 |
Food and Wine in Emilia Romagna 2024 - Land Price per person (AUD)
| Departure - End Dates | Double | Single | Triple | Young (5-12) |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| March 24 - March 31 | 4275 | 5343.75 | 3847.5 | 3634 |
| April 14 - April 21 | 4575 | 5718.75 | 4117.5 | 3889 |
| May 05 - May 12 | 4575 | 5718.75 | 4117.5 | 3889 |
| June 02 - June 09 | 4575 | 5718.75 | 4117.5 | 3889 |
| July 14 - July 21 | 4575 | 5718.75 | 4117.5 | 3889 |
| Sept 15 - Sept 22 | 4575 | 5718.75 | 4117.5 | 3889 |
| Oct 06 - Oct 13 | 4575 | 5718.75 | 4117.5 | 3889 |
| Nov 03 - Nov 10 | 4275 | 5343.75 | 3847.5 | 3634 |
Food and Wine in Emilia Romagna 2024 - Land Price per person (NZD)
| Departure - End Dates | Double | Single | Triple | Young (5-12) |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| March 24 - March 31 | 4560 | 5700 | 4104 | 3876 |
| April 14 - April 21 | 4880 | 6100 | 4392 | 4148 |
| May 05 - May 12 | 4880 | 6100 | 4392 | 4148 |
| June 02 - June 09 | 4880 | 6100 | 4392 | 4148 |
| July 14 - July 21 | 4880 | 6100 | 4392 | 4148 |
| Sept 15 - Sept 22 | 4880 | 6100 | 4392 | 4148 |
| Oct 06 - Oct 13 | 4880 | 6100 | 4392 | 4148 |
| Nov 03 - Nov 10 | 4560 | 5700 | 4104 | 3876 |
- Small group of max. 16 passengers, means intimate and personalized experience, enjoy authentic local restaurant, learning more with a peace of mind
- All excursions are included at no additional cost, which will turn an already amazing experience into the trip of a lifetime (skip the line tickets, restaurants, venues, local guides, transportation, excursions and more). There will be no surprises along the way
- All our tours have been planned with comfortable morning departure times. Never leaving your hotel before 8:00 am.
- Included every day you will have a minimum of two meals; our selected family owned restaurants will certainly be unforgettable!
- You will never feel alone. Your tour director and tour driver who will be ready to fulfill your needs with the utmost professionalism and safety
- Tour price include Tax, city night tax, credit cards fee
- Travel and connect with locals “Traveling in Italian Style”