Parmesan Cheese and Balsamic Vinegar Tour with Ferrari Museum
From artisan dairy farms to the world's most famous supercar brand, all in one remarkable day.
This Parmesan cheese and balsamic vinegar tour from Bologna takes you inside two working family producers where centuries-old traditions are still practiced by hand, then finishes with a skip-the-line visit to the Ferrari Museum in Maranello.
The morning begins at a certified organic dairy farm in the Emilia-Romagna countryside, where the full production cycle of Parmigiano Reggiano unfolds before your eyes. You will follow the process from the animals in the barn to the aging wheels in the cellar, guided by the farm's own staff who can answer detailed questions on technique and certification.
The second stop is a multigenerational family estate where Traditional Balsamic Vinegar of Modena is produced using methods that have remained largely unchanged for over a century. The visit reveals why this condiment commands such a premium in haute cuisine around the world, and a guided tasting lets you compare products of different barrel-aging periods side by side.
Tour Highlights
Walk through every stage of Parmigiano Reggiano production at a certified organic dairy farm, guided by the producers themselves.
Sample Traditional Balsamic Vinegar of Modena at multiple ages, including rare long-aged expressions rarely found outside the region.
Enjoy a guided tasting of different ages of Parmigiano Reggiano alongside freshly made ricotta straight from the farm.
Visit the Ferrari Museum in Maranello with skip-the-line tickets included, exploring the history of the world's most recognized supercar manufacturer.
Travel with a private driver from Bologna and back, with all logistics handled so you can focus entirely on the experience.
Gain firsthand knowledge of two of Italy's most protected and prestigious DOP food products in a single day.
Itinerary
Your driver collects you from your hotel, a BNB, or Bologna Central Train Station, depending on the option you select at booking. Pickup from the train station is scheduled no later than 8:50 AM, so plan your arrival by 8:30 AM to avoid missing the departure.
The first stop is a certified organic dairy farm where Parmigiano Reggiano is produced. The farm's own staff leads the visit, taking you through every stage from the barn to the aging cellar, and concludes with a guided tasting of cheeses at different stages of maturation plus fresh ricotta.
You will visit a small family estate that has been producing Traditional Balsamic Vinegar of Modena for generations. The visit covers the production process, the barrel rooms, and the unique characteristics that distinguish this product, followed by a comparative tasting of vinegars aged for different periods.
The day concludes with one hour of free time at the Ferrari Museum in Maranello, with skip-the-line tickets provided. The museum documents the brand's racing heritage, engineering milestones, and iconic road cars across multiple exhibition spaces.
Your driver transfers you back to Bologna at the end of the day, completing a full circuit of Emilia-Romagna's most celebrated food and automotive landmarks.
What Is Included
Included
- Private driver and vehicle from and to Bologna
- Guided visit to a Parmigiano Reggiano dairy farm
- Guided tasting of Parmigiano Reggiano at multiple ages and fresh ricotta
- Guided visit to a Traditional Balsamic Vinegar producer
- Guided tasting of balsamic vinegar at different ages
- Skip-the-line tickets for the Ferrari Museum in Maranello
Not Included
- Hotel pickup for properties outside the Bologna city center area
- Food and beverages beyond the scheduled tastings
- Personal purchases at farms or museum shop
- Gratuities for guides and driver
Important Information
Reserve Your Spot
Spaces on this tour are limited to maintain the quality of access at each producer. Secure your place to avoid missing out on one of Emilia-Romagna's most complete food and culture experiences.
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