Departing from Florence’s Piazzale Montelungo, embark on a culinary journey into Italy’s rich food traditions. Travel by air-conditioned coach with a knowledgeable tour leader, uncovering the craftsmanship behind Parmigiano Reggiano, balsamic vinegar, and prosciutto.

Your first stop is a local dairy, where you’ll witness the art of Parmigiano Reggiano production. Step into the ageing rooms, learn about the process, and taste this world-renowned cheese at different stages of maturity.

Next, visit an authentic balsamic vinegar producer, where generations of expertise transform grape must into rich, aged vinegar. Sample a variety of flavours, pair them with Parmigiano shavings, and experience a unique balsamic-infused gelato.

Continue to a prosciutto facility, where you’ll discover the delicate process behind Modena prosciutto, culatta, and salami. Enjoy a light lunch featuring cured meats, fresh tigelle bread, aged Parmigiano, and a glass of local Lambrusco wine.

In Bologna, your tour leader will provide a brief city introduction before you explore at your own pace. Stroll through Piazza Maggiore, discover charming streets, or sample local delicacies. After a day filled with authentic flavours, relax on your return journey to Florence.

Why you’ll love this…

You'll enjoy tastings of authentic Parmigiano Reggiano, balsamic vinegar, and cured meats
There's a delicious light lunch featuring regional specialities on the menu
The tour includes free time for you to explore Bologna at your own pace
You can relax in comfort with round-trip transport in an air-conditioned coach
An expert guide will provide insightful commentary during guided visits

Important to know

Accessibility:

This tour cannot accommodate guests with wheelchairs or any impairments requiring special assistance
This tour cannot accommodate strollers or baby carriages

Know in advance:

Please note that this tour may not be suitable for vegans, vegetarians, lactose intolerant individuals, or those with food allergies due to the nature of the tastings involved as alternative options are not available
The local operator reserves the right to refuse participation on its tours to any guest under the influence of drugs or alcohol or to any guest whose behaviour is disorderly, or poses a threat to other guests or the staff
Please note that infants free of charge do not have a reserved seat on the bus
You will not be able to join the tour if you have any luggage or suitcases with you, as there's no storage space to accommodate items on the coach. The local partner is also unable to take responsibility for any baggage that would be left on the coach during your tour time
The day trips are usually of a fixed duration. However, some external factors may occasionally extend tour times slightly

Location

Piazzale Montelungo, Florence, Metropolitan City of Florence, Italy

Meeting point:

Your guide will be waiting on the left side of the street, opposite the parking lot. Arriving by foot: Piazzale Montelungo can be reached by Tram 1. Your guides / hosts will have a City Wonders sign with the name of the tour at the meeting point for easy recognition.