Discover the heart of Italy’s Food Valley with Bologna Tour’s Parma Cheese & Ham Factory Tour. Witness traditional production methods and savor exceptional tastings paired with local wines in a five-hour cultural immersion.
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Difficulty
easy
Duration
5 hours
Fitness Level
Suitable for most fitness levels; involves moderate walking on flat surfaces.
Wildlife
History
Parmigiano Reggiano has been produced in this region since the Middle Ages, and Parma Ham’s curing traditions date back to Roman times.
Conservation
The region emphasizes sustainable farming practices supporting local biodiversity and protecting artisanal food heritage.
Bologna Tour
Discover the heart of Italy’s Food Valley with Bologna Tour’s Parma Cheese & Ham Factory Tour. Witness traditional production methods and savor exceptional tastings paired with local wines in a five-hour cultural immersion.
Bologna Tour is a guided experiences provider based in Arezzo, Toscana, offering a wide selection of private and group tours across northern and central Italy. The company lists walking tours, boat tours, culinary tastings, museum and gallery visits, and full-day excursions that connect major cultural centers and smaller towns.
Tour options include guided city walks in Bologna, Milan, Venice, Florence, Verona, Mantua, Vicenza, Parma and Siena; boat experiences on Lake Garda, Lake Como, the Venetian islands and Capri; motor and speedboat trips in Sirmione; and specialized itineraries to Ferrari and Lamborghini museums in Modena and Maranello. Bologna Tour’s catalog features food-focused experiences such as Taste Bologna food walks, Parmigiano and balsamic vinegar tastings, cooking classes, wine experiences in Chianti and Val d'Orcia, and regional farm visits.
Cultural offerings include guided access to UNESCO sites, the Uffizi and Accademia small group visits, and archaeological excursions such as Pompeii and Matera. Transfers, private day trips from Bologna and port excursions are also provided. Bookings reference certified guides for certain city tours and include both private and small-group formats.
Descriptions highlight meeting points, typical durations, and combined activities like aperitivo in Milan or boat-and-walking combinations in Sirmione. Travelers can choose experiences by city, theme or duration, matching urban exploration, food and wine, or automotive heritage visits throughout Italy. Listings include detailed summaries, meeting points, durations, and booking options for each trip, and many tours operate as private or small-group experiences across cities such as Bologna, Milan, Venice and Florence with flexible start times.
Base Location
Arezzo, Toscana
Tuscan headquarters
Private & Group
Private & Group Tours
Options for couples to groups
Destinations Covered
Italy-wide
From Milan to Sicily
Tour Types
Walking, Boat, Wine
Cultural, food & day trips
Find private or group experiences from Arezzo, Toscana to Milan, Venice and beyond — check availability and book clear itineraries online.
Book in advance
Factory tours have limited capacity—reserve your spot early to avoid disappointment.
Wear comfortable shoes
You’ll spend time walking through production sites and cellars on various floor surfaces.
Bring a light jacket
Cheese aging rooms can be cool and humid even in warmer months.
Photography is limited
Check the tour’s policy on photos inside production areas to respect privacy and hygiene rules.
Comfortable walking shoes
Essential for walking safely inside factory floors and through aging cellars.
Light jacket or sweater
Keeps you warm in cool aging rooms and variable outdoor weather.
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Reusable water bottle
Stay hydrated throughout the tour, especially in warmer months.
summer|spring|fall
Small backpack or daypack
Handy for carrying personal items and any purchases made during the tour.