Parmigiano-Reggiano Tour and tastings

4.5(6)2 hFree cancellationBy FOOD VALLEY TRAVEL

About this activity

Meet the dairy guide directly on site and start your visit of an authentic producer of Parmigiano-Reggiano PDO: you’ll discover how the King of all cheeses has been literally made by hand in the same way since the Benedictine monks invented it 10 centuries ago! From the curdling into the typical copper heaters to the salting and the final ageing 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.

You will join a shared tour made by the staff of the dairy. The producer can be max 30km far from the city center.

What's included

✓Bottled water
✓Food tasting
✓Dairy staff at disposal for the guided tour (2 hours)

Not included

✕Gratuities
✕Pickup and drop-off service (if the option "with transportation" is not selected)

Meeting and pickup

The exact meeting point will be provided after the booking with the detailed program, since the dairy can changed accorging to their availability.

Good to know

Infants are required to sit on an adult’s lap
Suitable for all physical fitness levels
Please pay attention to the program that the tour provider will send you before the departure date through the Viator message center

Cancellation policy

For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.

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