Explore ancient food culture in Italy with a culinary tour

Join your local hosts Sonia & Benedetta for a slice of Italian life in the food-rich region that gifted the world with prosciutto and Parmigiano Reggiano. This trip focuses on niche selections of traditional products and exclusive visits with artisanal makers.   

The “food valley” as it is also known, had been the agricultural heart of the Roman empire, as it is now for modern Italy. There are no less than 44 food products from the region that are protected and are considered national treasures.  

The city of Parma received the UNESCO title of  “Creative City for Gastronomy” in 2015 and “Capital of Culture” in 2020.

A total of 6 nights, we home base 4 nights in Parma and spend 2 nights in the Emilian countryside, experiencing exclusive culinary delights the area has to offer. Trip is limited to 12 guests.

Trip Highlights:

• Parma, Modena, local countryside, Franciacorta wine region
• Parmesan cheese maker tour & tasting
• Cooking class
• Winery tours & tastings
• Lunch at nonna’s house
• Prosciutto maker tour & tasting
• Ferrari museum
• Balsamic vinegar maker visit & tasting
• Michelin starred dining
• Castle visit

Included in the trip:

• 6 hotel nights (5 star & Relais accommodation) 
• Transportation during the tour
• All meals (6 breakfasts, 5 lunches, 6 dinners)
• Select alcoholic beverages during lunches and dinners
• Certified guides 
• All planned excursions/experiences/museum entrances
• Taxes & gratuities at hotels and restaurants
• Bilingual hosts Sonia & Benedetta during the entire trip

Not included:

• Flights 
• Extra alcoholic beverages
• Transportation to and from your CultourItalia trip start and end locations

Transfers can be arranged for additional charges, subject to individual needs.

Contact us for more information and to ensure this trip is right for you.

Important culinary note: the cuisine of this area is meat, cream, and cheese heavy. Please ask us if you have food allergies or restrictions to ensure this is a suitable trip for you or that we can make appropriate accommodations. Itinerary subject to modifications.