Emilia-Romagna: Ferrari & Food Valley
A private journey through Italy's heartland, blending automotive legends with culinary heritage.
An overview
Discover Emilia-Romagna on a private journey that celebrates the innovation of Maranello and the region’s world-famous food traditions. Explore Bologna’s vibrant city life, delve into the Ferrari Museum, experience traditional balsamic vinegar at its source, and meet passionate producers of Parmigiano Reggiano and Prosciutto di Parma. Enjoy generous tastings and authentic farm-to-table lunches as you soak up this rich corner of Italy.
- Private guided visit to the Ferrari Museum in Maranello
- Balsamic vinegar experience in a traditional acetaia
- Parmigiano Reggiano dairy and Prosciutto di Parma producer visits with tastings
- Full farm-to-table lunches featuring regional products
- Guided two-hour walking tour of Parma
- Photo opportunity at Torrechiara Castle
Day by Day
Arrival in Bologna
Arrive at Bologna Airport or railway station, where your private driver will meet you and transfer you to your hotel. After checking in, enjoy the rest of the day at leisure to explore Bologna or relax. Overnight in Bologna.
Ferrari Museum & Balsamic Vinegar Experience
Depart Bologna for Maranello and enjoy a private guided visit to the Ferrari Museum, where you’ll explore the design, innovation, and racing history of the iconic brand. Continue into the Modena countryside to a historic acetaia for an immersive balsamic vinegar experience, including a guided tasting and a traditional lunch featuring local specialties. Return to Bologna in the afternoon.
Parma Food Valley, Torrechiara & Parma
Set out early for the Parma countryside to visit a Parmigiano Reggiano producer and witness cheese making from start to finish, followed by a tasting. Visit a family-run Prosciutto di Parma producer to discover the secrets of their famed cured meat. Enjoy a lavish farm-to-table lunch with regional wines. Stop for photos at Torrechiara Castle before heading to Parma for a private guided city walk. Museum and monument admissions are not included. Return to Bologna for the overnight stay.
Departure from Bologna
After breakfast, check out and meet your private driver for a transfer to Bologna Airport or railway station, where your journey concludes.
A bespoke proposal can be tailored to your dates and party.
Travel dates
| Travel dates | Starting price |
|---|---|
| Nov 01 – Feb 28; Jul 01 – Aug 29 | from €2,830 per person |
| Mar 01 – Jun 30; Aug 30 – Oct 31 | from €3,120 per person |
In your journey
- 3 nights in Bologna with daily breakfast
- Private arrival and departure transfers between Bologna Airport or railway station and the hotel
- Private transportation for the scheduled excursions
- Private guided visit to the Ferrari Museum in English or Spanish
- Guided balsamic vinegar producer visit with tasting and countryside lunch
- Guided visit to a Parmigiano Reggiano dairy with tasting
- Guided visit to a Prosciutto di Parma producer
- Full farm-to-table lunch with regional products and local wines
- Photo stop at Torrechiara Castle and a private two-hour guided walk in Parma
Worth knowing
- International and domestic flights or rail tickets to Bologna
- Museum and monument admissions during the Parma walking tour
- Meals and beverages not specifically listed as included
- City taxes payable locally, where applicable
- Travel insurance, gratuities and personal expenses
- Any services not expressly listed in the confirmed proposal
A sense of place
Questions, answered
Anything else on your mind? Speak to a concierge directly.
+1 210 303 9960Yes, all transfers, transportation, and guided experiences are arranged privately for your travel party.
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