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Hidden treasures in Valceno, close to Parma
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At the end of the visit you will taste different ages of the precious cheese, with local wines and, then, you will be ready to reach a very small restaurant inside a micro-farm, for a delicious lunch with traditional dishes.
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What's Included
Included
- Private tour to a local dairy and Parmigiano tasting
- Qualified private guide
- Lunch
- Entrance tickets to Bardi Fortress
Not Included
- Gratuities
- Private transportation
Important Information
- Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller
- Infants are required to sit on an adult’s lap
- Not recommended for travelers with spinal injuries
- Suitable for all physical fitness levels
Itinerary
An exclusive guided tour will touch on the different stages of production of Parmigiano, in a company that combines modern technology and traditional knowledge. You will start from the green pastures around the stables, then enter the production rooms, with their copper boilers in the shape of an inverted bell and the brine tanks, ending in the maturing area. At the end, a tasting of Parmigiano and homemade bread will be offered.
Duration: 120 minutes
Admission ticket included
Starting from the formidable defensive apparatus, the tour will touch the ice house, the stables and the cellar, reaching at the end the Residence of the Princes. Its rooms are decorated with frescoes, which celebrate the marriage union of the Landi with the Grimaldis of Monaco.
Through the walkways of the keep, guests will follow the traces of Cavalier Moroello, whose ghost is believed to still haunt these places.
Duration: 120 minutes
Admission ticket included
At the end of the visit you will taste different ages of the precious cheese, with local wines and, then, you will be ready to reach a very small restaurant inside a micro-farm, for a delicious lunch with traditional dishes.
Duration: 120 minutes
📍 Meeting Point
Starting Point
End Point
Frequently Asked Questions
This tour has a specific cancellation policy. We recommend checking the terms at the time of booking to understand the refund conditions.
You will receive your confirmation via email immediately after booking. Viator sends your voucher as soon as payment is completed.
The expected duration is approximately 6 hours. We recommend arriving at least 10-15 minutes before the departure time.
The tour price includes:
- Private tour to a local dairy and Parmigiano tasting
- Qualified private guide
- Three-course lunch based on local specialities, served in a very small family restaurant
- Entrance tickets to Bardi Fortress
The starting point is: Meeting with the guide in front of the "Piccolo" Bar, at the beginning of the Via Pietro Cella, close the big church in Bardi. We recommend using Google Maps to easily reach the meeting location.
We recommend bringing comfortable shoes, water, sunscreen, and a camera. Check the tour's additional information for any specific requirements.