From Parma: Parmigiano Reggiano Farm Tour & Tasting with Transfer

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Enter a world of parmigiano-reggiano cheese on a 2-hour visit to a Parma 'caseficio' (cheese factory). Watch the cheese makers at work as they separate the whey and shape the cheese into wheels. Before you leave, finish with a tasting of cheese paired with honey and regional wine.
Learn the origins of Parmigiano Reggiano cheese on a visit to a cheese factory in Parma. Hear how the cheese – protected by the EU – is still produced following traditional methods.
Watch the cheese makers pull the product from the milk vats, and get a behind-the-scenes look at the process of cooking and separating the whey. Visit the shaping and salting rooms before going to the stagionatura where the cheese is aged.
Savor the sight and smell of thousands of wheels of cheese. Learn about the strict tests performed by the Consorzio, such as hammering the cheeses before the fire branding ritual. Then, taste different aged Parmigiano Reggiano Cheeses.
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Public transportation options are available nearby. Suitable for all physical fitness levels. Our tours will operate in bad weather as long as conditions are safe.. We kindly remind all guests that children of all ages must be included in the booking and are required to pay a fee, regardless of their age. This ensures we can provide sufficient space in the van for everyone. Unfortunately, if a child is not included in the reservation, we may not be able to accommodate them on the tour, as seating is limited.. No luggage or large bags allowed on the van. Contact us for luggage storage details