Parmesan, Balsamic and Ham Tour From Modena or Bologna: Foodie’s Delight Tour A Culianry Adventure.

Foodie's Delight Tour

Parmesan, Balsamic and Ham Tour.

Visiting Emilia-Romagna? Don’t miss our Foodie’s Delight Tour – Cheese, Balsamic & Ham in one day.
Rows of aged cheese wheels on wooden shelves in a storage warehouse.
Wooden barrels aging balsamic vinegar in traditional Italian cellar.
Man expertly slicing cured ham leg on a stand, showcasing traditional meat carving technique.
Cheese curds in cloth bags hanging over whey in a large copper vat during cheese-making process.
Pouring balsamic vinegar from a bottle into a barrel with a small spoon.

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Guests love our passionate guides, authentic food experiences, generous tastings, and seamless organization.


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🧀 The Foodie’s Delight Tour – Modena & Bologna

A gourmet half-day tour of Italy’s best flavors – from cheese to cured meats.

  • 🕗 Start time: 8:30 AM from Modena / 7:30 AM from Bologna (with pickup)

  • 🚐 Transport included – Small group van tour

  • 🍽️ 3 Stops: Parmesan cheese, traditional balsamic vinegar, and ham/salami producers

  • 🧑‍🏫 Expert English-speaking guide

  • 🥩 Generous tastings and light lunch included

  • 🍷 Optional winery brunch & cooking class available

  • 💰 From €165 per adult – Discounts for children, groups, and self-drivers

  • Booking system shows your final price with all discounts before payment

  • 🛍️ Reserve now, pay only a deposit – Balance due 7 days before the tour

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🍽️ Small-Group Culinary Tour

Join a guided food experience between Modena and Bologna, exploring the artisanal production of:

  • 🧀 Parmesan cheese (Parmigiano Reggiano)

  • 🍷 Traditional balsamic vinegar

  • 🥩 Prosciutto and salami


✨ Unforgettable Experiences

  • Taste freshly made, aged Parmesan

  • Discover how authentic balsamic is made and aged

  • Learn the secrets of Italian ham production from the source


📍 Tour Details

  • Start time: 8:30 AM from Modena / hotel pickup available

  • Frequency: Daily, year-round (7 days/week)

  • End time: Around 2:00 PM in Modena

  • Transport: Included (small-group van)

  • Language: Tours conducted in English only


💸 Discount Options

  • 🚗 Driving yourself? Use code MYCAR at checkout for 20% off

  • 🥩 Want a shorter tour? Use code SKIP2023 to skip the ham stop and get 20% off


🔁 Additional Tour Upgrades

  • 🧑‍🍳 Upgrade to a full prosciutto facility visit on select days

  • 🍷 Add a winery brunch or cooking class to extend your adventure


📆 2025 Tour Schedule & Itineraries

Discover the craftsmanship behind Parmesan, balsamic, and ham production with tailored routes depending on the day of the week:

🗓️ Itinerary by Day

  • Monday to Wednesday
    Includes Parmesan, balsamic, and an automatic upgrade to the full prosciuttificio visit with a light lunch tasting.

  • Thursday to Saturday
    Standard tour includes Parmesan, balsamic, and MUSA.
    ➕ Option to upgrade to a full prosciuttificio (Leonardi or Guerzoni) during booking.

  • Sunday
    Includes Parmesan, balsamic, and MUSA only.
    (No upgrades available on Sundays.)


🕗 Start Times & Duration

  • Modena: Departs at 8:30 AM

  • Bologna: Departs at 7:30 AM (with hotel pickup)

  • End time:

    • ~1:00 PM standard

    • ~3:30 PM with winery brunch

    • ~4:00 PM with cooking class


🍴 What’s Included

  • Full guided visits with tastings at each stop:
    🧀 Parmigiano Reggiano
    🍷 Traditional Balsamic Vinegar
    🥩 Ham/salami at MUSA or selected prosciuttificio

  • Gourmet cured meat tasting included in the price

  • Optional add-ons: winery brunch, cooking class, Ferrari Museum drop-off

  • Booking system will display all available options dynamically


🚉 Travel Tip for Bologna Guests

We recommend taking the train to Modena (20 minutes, €4–€7) to avoid traffic delays.
🔗 thetrainline.com


💳 Payment & Booking

  • Book securely online via credit card or PayPal

  • Deposit required to reserve; balance due 7 days before the tour

  • Use the calendar below to see real-time pricing and tour availability
    👉 Click “Continue” to view all options and upgrades before checkout

 
Don't forget to add our great farmer's brunch to your tour

Don’t forget to add our great farmer’s brunch to your tour

 

Some small print.

*ending times are estimates, guests should not have imminent travel arrangements right after the tour.

 

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