Visit a Parmigiano Reggiano
Cheese dairy 

Discover how the KING of cheese is produced


🔍 Details

⏰ 📍Departure time START/PICKUP: 8:30 a.m.
📌 We recommend arriving 10 minutes before the scheduled time.
⏱️ Estimated time: 2 - 3 hours.
🌐 Language: Italian or English.

Tour Description

A daily journey through Taste and Tradition. This tour offers a unique opportunity to step inside an authentic Parmigiano Reggiano dairy. Our expert guides will lead you on a sensory journey through the heart of production, where you can witness the transformation of raw milk and watch the fascinating moment fresh cheese wheels are lifted from the traditional copper vats. Your behind-the-scenes experience continues with a visit to the brine room and the atmospheric maturing warehouse. Here, you will learn the art of "tapping" the wheels to assess their quality, this is a precise technique used by the experts of the Parmigiano Reggiano Consortium. To conclude this culinary adventure, enjoy a guided tasting of expertly matured cheese, perfectly paired with local wines from the Parma hills. Round-trip transportation is included.

Included Services

  • Private guide: Full-day food tour with a professional Italian/English speaking guide.
  • Audio System: Radio/headset set provided to hear the guide clearly at all times.
  • Entrance Fees: All admission tickets to the visited facilities and farms.
  • Tastings: Food and product tastings as per the tour itinerary.
  • Minivan Transport: Travel in a comfortable minivan (Up to 8 people can joy).
  • Weather Policy: This tour operates rain or shine.

Guest Requirements

  • 🔔 Punctuality: We recommend arriving 10 minutes before the scheduled time.
  • 👟Dress Code: Closed-toe shoes are recommended for safety and hygiene reasons.

Restrictions

  • Accessibility: Not wheelchair accessible. Not suitable for guests with mobility impairments.
  • Children: Strollers are not permitted during the tour.
  • Pets: No pets allowed (hygiene and safety regulations).
  • Diets/Allergies: Veg-friendly. Others (GlutenFree/Vegan) limited. No severe/fatal allergies.

Cancellation Policy

We understand that plans can change unexpectedly. To ensure fairness to both our clients and our team, the following cancellation policy applies:

  1. Cancellations within 24 hours of the scheduled appointment

    • Due to the limited notice, cancellations made 24 hours or less before the appointment will incur a 100% cancellation fee. Unfortunately, no refunds will be provided as it becomes difficult to fill the spot on such short notice.

  2. Cancellations between 48 to 72 hours prior to the scheduled appointment

    • If you need to cancel your appointment between 48 and 72 hours before the scheduled time, a 50% penalty will be charged. You will receive a refund of 50% of the total fee paid. This allows us some time to adjust our schedule but still impacts our ability to rebook your slot.

  3. Cancellations made more than 72 hours in advance

    • Cancellations made more than 72 hours before the appointment are fully refundable, with no penalties applied. This provides us ample time to reallocate resources and accommodate other clients.

Cancellation Policy