53 - Parma with visit and tasting of authentic Parma Ham + Visit to a Castle + Tour in the City of Parma
Description
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"This itinerary combines gastronomy, a Castle, culture, and history with beautiful Parma, offering the essence of the Emilia-Romagna region in a single day"
Departure from Bologna (8:00 am): Directly from the hotel or meeting point.
1. Parma Ham Salumificio (10:15 am)
The day starts with a visit to a traditional salumificio, where the famous Parma ham is produced. As soon as you arrive, you are enveloped by the unmistakable aroma of cured ham. The local producer, passionate about the region's tradition, will welcome us and explain the production process, which starts with the careful selection of the best pork meats and continues with curing that can last up to 36 months. During the visit, you can admire the maturation cellars and understand each stage that makes Parma ham so unique and delicious.
After the visit, we will have the opportunity to taste different types of ham, accompanied by some typical products of the region, such as cheeses, fresh bread, and wine, creating a true explosion of flavors.
2. Castello di Torrechiara - Visit and Lunch (12:00 pm)
After the salumificio experience, we will head to the stunning Castello di Torrechiara. This medieval castle, surrounded by picturesque landscapes, not only offers a magnificent setting but also the opportunity to have lunch in an elegant environment. Many local restaurants offer typical Emilia-Romagna dishes, with fresh ingredients and traditional regional cuisine, and you can choose one of these to have a unique experience.
During lunch, you can taste a selection of local specialties, such as tortelli d'erbetta or anolini, while enjoying the views of the surrounding countryside and the history emanating from the castle walls.
3. Arrival in Parma Center (3:00 pm)
After lunch, it's time to head to the charming historic center of Parma. Walking through the cobblestone streets, it's impossible not to be enchanted by the city's Renaissance architecture. We will start with the Parma Cathedral, famous for its splendid fresco on the ceiling.
Next to it is the Baptistery, a Romanesque masterpiece that enchants with its marble walls and artistic details.
We will stroll through vibrant streets and squares, such as Piazza Garibaldi, where you can sit in a local café and enjoy an espresso while watching life go by.
4. Return with arrival in Bologna (6:30 pm)
✅The tour includes:
▪️Roundtrip transfer. (Bologna x Salumificio x Castle x Parma x Bologna)
▪️Tasting and tour at the Salumificio.
▪️Entrance ticket to the Castle.
▪️The tour will be private and exclusive for you and family/friends.
▪️Official tourism guide with Portuguese assistance will be with the group throughout the tour.
▪️We provide a baby seat or chair or car seat for transporting your children, please inform the age of the children or baby after purchasing the tour so we can equip the car with the correct chairs and seats according to their age.
🎁 GIFT: Upon purchase, you will receive the complete Tuscany guide with the best: Hotels, agriturismos, restaurants, gelaterias, cafes, must-see places and valuable tips! In other words, your travel pocket guide with everything you need to know! You will receive it by email and in PDF to use digitally or print 😉
💰Payment: You will have 3 payment options:
1 - Pay the full amount on the website with a credit card.
2- Pay only 25% of the amount of the tour at the time of booking with a credit card. The remainder must be paid in euros on the day of the tour.
3- Make only the reservation on the website - without payment at the time (In this case, the 25% payment must be made up to 20 days before the tour, through PIX in Brazil with the current tourism euro exchange rate or transfer to a Wise account)
***For payments in PIX Brazil or Wise transfer please request the details via WhatsApp ***
❌ What is NOT included in the tour and must be paid separately and on-site:
🔻 Lunch, coffees, and tickets not mentioned above.