Spend a day from Bologna tasting Parmigiano-Reggiano, sampling traditional balsamic vinegar, touring a Lambrusco winery and finishing with the Ferrari Museum in Maranello. This full-day, small-group excursion pairs culinary craft with automotive history.
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You step out of a Bologna doorway and the road immediately unfurls toward low, cultivated hills—olive groves, vineyards and the occasional red tile roof huddled against the sky. The day moves deliberately: a dairy’s warm steam, the dark sheen of aged vinegar in wooden casks, a cellar where Lambrusco fizzes, and finally the clean line of a Ferrari in Maranello. Each stop has a personality, pushing you from one sensory world to the next.
Difficulty
easy
Duration
8–9 hours
Fitness Level
Suitable for most fitness levels; involves light walking on uneven cellar floors and short stair sections
Wildlife
History
Emilia-Romagna’s culinary identity formed around medieval trade routes and fertile plains; Parmigiano-Reggiano and traditional balsamic have protected status and long artisanal lineages. Ferrari’s factory in Maranello symbolizes post-war Italian engineering and design.
Conservation
Support small producers who practice traditional methods and minimal packaging. Respect cellar hygiene rules and avoid littering; many acetaie limit tour numbers to protect their barrels.
Reserve your spot on the Indulge in Slow Food and Ferrari on Full Day Tour from Bologna today and enjoy a trusted, highly rated experience designed to help you make the most of your adventure.
Book morning pickup
Start early to avoid midday heat at cellars and to get the freshest cheese and vinegar demonstrations.
Notify dietary needs
Communicate allergies or intolerances before departure so hosts can adjust tastings and lunch.
Wear layered footwear
Cellars can be cool and damp while outdoor winery areas may be warm—sturdy, comfortable shoes are best.
Bring a reusable bag
Small producers often sell bottles and wheels; a bag helps transport purchases without single-use plastic.
Comfortable walking shoes
Support and traction for cow barn floors, cellar steps, and winery terraces.
Reusable water bottle
Staying hydrated between tastings is important, especially in warm months.
summer
Light packable jacket
Cellars and early mornings can be cool; a light layer adds comfort.
spring
Sun protection (hat/sunscreen)
Open vineyard areas offer limited shade during peak sun hours.
summer