Top Emilia-Romagna Bus Tours

A journey to discover secrets and most authentic flavors of our land. We will start from the King of Cheeses, the Parmigiano Reggiano, visiting a family-run farm, where this excellence was born ten years ago and it is still made with the same ingredients and techniques. The "casaro" (the cheese maker) who creates the "wheel" of Parmigiano Reggiano, in a full-artisanal way. We will continue our gourmet experience visiting one of the best producers of Traditional Balsamic Vinegar of Reggio Emilia. Here, we will discover the secrets beyond this unique and sophisticated product. At the end of our journey we will have a tasting of both products in their different ages, appreciating their characteristics, aromas and flavors.

The name of two small villages in Parma countryside, Busseto and Roncole, has been made great by Giuseppe Verdi, the immortal opera composer who was born in these neighborhoods in 1813. An exclusive guided tour will go cross these simply charming surroundings, where thematic museums lie "Casa Barezzi" have been established to celebrate the artist and his music. But sound and vision are not enough: you will have the chance to amuse your taste as well, since those places are also homeland of the king of cold cuts: Culatello.

The music of Giuseppe Verdi is immortal and has become a cult in Parma and its neighborhoods. Indeed, the legendary composer was born near Busseto, a small village in Parma countryside, where people have gone on in preserving and celebrating the myth. Three small and fascinating museums put on display the objects, the tales and the characters linked to Verdi's life and art. With these enchanting tunes restating in their ears the guests will delight their palate with local specialties such as Culatello, Parmigiano and Lambrusco. A blessing for body and soul.

About 10 km southwards from Parma, close to its delightful hills, you will discover the art of making Parmigiano cheese in a historical surrounding, where ancient and noble families have crossed their fates. Near the magnificent Rocca Sanvitale in Sala Baganza, you will reach the old cellar which has become seat of an intriguing wine museum.

Parma is known as the "foodvalley", but also an elegant city and territory, in the name of architecture and art. You will discover this combination in a complete and private tour, from a visit to an important art collection kept in an elegant villa, surrounded by a lush park, at the entrance to a well-known ham factory, which follows the complete cycle for the production of own cured meats: from breeding to maturing. What better way to end the day than a rich tasting?

We will visit a farm devoted to the recovery of ancient local races, from the white-mantled cows to the ancient pig breed “Nera Parmigiana”, we will observe the farm animals, the vegetable gardens and the vineyards. We will visit the magnificent cellars of an ancient fortress of the early XIV Century, where the PDO Culatello of Zibello is cured. Few people know that this is the area in the world where the greatest variety of cured meat products is obtained from pigs. During the visit you will be able to understand the features and origins of the different products and the characteristics and the history of the king of cured meat, the PDO Culatello of Zibello. The visit will end with a rich tasting or lunch, a real joy for the senses! We recommend Gourmet tasting: Large selection of cured meat, traditional pasta, homemade focaccia, salad, dessert, wine and water. Other smaller tastings or à la carte menu are also available. You can choose the solution you prefer and pay for it on site!

There's an unusual Parma, made of nature, taste and tradition. This tour will start from the extraordinary collection of Ettore Guatelli: more than 160.000 items, evoking the charming but almost forgot simplicity of rural life, are on display in a cottage, turned into a museum. Afterwards, the tour will bring to a local winery; here, after having witnessed all the wine production stages, the guests will enjoy a picnic in the vineyards, based on Parma best known delicacies. Escaping from urban life has never been so tasty...

Salsomaggiore Terme, a small city a few kilometers to the west of Parma, is the seat of a wellness tradition that goes back to the half of XIX Century. Then, the first thermal bath was established to exploit the healing properties of local waters, known by the ancient Romans as well. This unique tour will allow you to dive into the unsurpassed Déco splendors of the Congress Palace (formerly Grand Hotel des Thermes) and the "Berzieri" Spa, just before the unforgettable experience of a full day treatment in one of the most ancient and iconic thermal baths in Italy.

A walking tour dedicated to the secrets of the Bolognese hill. In the monasteries and in the cenobies of the hill the communities of friars who hosted the pilgrims going to the city met, the bishops many centuries later built their villas here, and the great hydraulic projects to bring the fresh water of the hill took place in this wild corner and wooded in the city. Our itinerary touches some of the wonders preserved in this part of the city, where nature and architecture come together in a unique union. The red and yellow colors of the villas, Renaissance churches and medieval cenobies (ancient medieval monasteries) blend with the light yellowish and white colors of the badlands and clay. Large wooded gardens are the setting for these architectural wonders.

Ravenna: a treasure of the Mediterranean: A hidden world of mosaics and underground crypts, the absolute pearl of art of Emilia Romagna region. Several populations estabilished on the sandy Adriatic coast. This endless territory of marsh, wetlands, lagoons, swamps, despite being partially unhealthy, turned out to be the perfect shelter for a craddle of civilization. The pines of the coast started to be exploited by romans to build their undefeatable fleet. Our tour will be as rich in detail and complete as possible, in order to let you dive into this golden age, and let you travel back in time with your mind and your senses.

The perfect tour to get deep into the several features of our mountain Appennines: history and art, natural beauties and moreover food, plenty of tastes and combinations, able to bring onto the table the climate, the nature, and the knowhow of this land. More in details, it is a tasting tour to discover real authotenic flavors of Bologna's mountain area: you will see up close how Parmigiano Reggiano is made: the processing and maturing of this fine cheese, in a traditional mountain dairy. You will take part in a basic cooking class, and will have lunch with the excellences of the territory included those produced by yourselves :) at the same time, you will get acquaintance with the raw materials of this mountain territory. Inside a 17th century you will observe the milling of several different kinds grains, you will smell the old scents of this preindustrial baking system, and you will taste these fresh delicacies. Finally we will not miss the beauties of this land....

Fulfill your need for speed on a private full-day tour of Italy’s ‘Motor Valley’ from Bologna. Get an insider’s look into the production of some of the world’s fastest and most coveted cars and sport bikes as you tour the factories and museums of Ducati, Ferrari and Lamborghini. Feel the power of these famously sleek machines with an optional test drive of a Ferrari California Turbo or other world-class model. Taste regional cuisine with a midday lunch break, and enjoy the personalized attention of a private guide all day.

Enjoy a full Ferrari experience visiting Ferrari museum in Maranello and driving a real Ferrari on the road on the racetrack! The program includes: -Ticket entrance to Ferrari Museum in Maranello: live the prancing horse dream. The museum offers a unique voyage of discovery through cars that have made automotive history on streets and circuits the world over. -Test drive Ferrari on the road with instructor alongside for 30 minutes on your way to Autodromo di Modena -Arrival in Modena circuit, welcome coffee, technical briefing and start of the activity on the track: 1 warm-up lap with Peugeot + 3 laps with Ferrari F458 Challenge with a co-pilot alongside. -Helmet and helmet lining given by Autodromo di Modena. -Test drive Ferrari on the road with instructor alongside for 30 minutes on your way back to Maranello €1050,00 per person price with test drive on the road with Ferrari California €1200,00 per person price with test drive on the road with Ferrari 458 Italia

Immerse yourself in the Ferrari world during this 6-hour tour. Test drive a real Ferrari for a full 30 minutes and leave with a DVD. Then visit both the Ferrari Museum and Enzo Ferrari Museum to learn all about the history of the car and carmaker. Enjoy a 4-course lunch at a local restaurant and end with a panoramic bus tour of the Fiorano circuit and Enzo Ferrari Road.

If you dream to whizz on a car that will always remain unique and timeless, you can’t miss the experience of driving a Ferrari! With I Love Maranello you will have the opportunity to realize your dream!

The program breaks down as follows: -nr.1 test drive a Ferrari F430* for 20 minutes around Maranello alongside a driving instructor -DVD camera car and driving certificate -nr. 1 test with our Formula 1 Simulator -nr.1 entrance to Ferrari’s Museum -nr.1 full lunch in a typical traditional local restaurant  (starter, first course, second course, dessert and drinks included )

Parmigiano Reggiano, Balsamic Vinegar of Modena, Lambrusco and Salumi ... all in one experience! The tour includes: Meeting at Maranello at our Maranelviaggi office at 10:00 10:30 Guided vinegar tour with tasting  Guided wine cellar tour with tasting 12:00 Guided visit of the Salumeria Museum with tasting 13:00 Lunch in a typical restaurant with traditional menu 6 courses including drinks 15:00 Guided dairy visit with tasting Availability: Tuesday-Friday-Saturday Other days available on request by private tour Tour carried out in Italian and English

Live your experience in the City of Ferrari between Engines and Flavors. Visit the Prancing Horse Museum, drive a Ferrari through the streets of Maranello, sit at the table for a tasting of local products and find out where the Traditional Balsamic Vinegar of Modena is born

Spend a day exploring the traditions of speed and slow food with this 8-hour tour of 2 Ferrari museums and a balsamic vinegar producer's facility from Bologna. Learn about the history of Italian racing at the Ferrari Museum in Modena and the Ferrari Museum in Maranello. Get a guided tour of a house where balsamic vinegar is made. Enjoy a gourmet lunch served with wine.

Follow your senses on a full-day culinary tour of Bologna’s famous food region. Visit local factories and family-run producers for a behind-the-scenes look at the creation of products enjoyed around the world, including Parmigiano-Reggiano cheese, Modena balsamic vinegar, prosciutto, and wine. Enjoy samples of fresh, hand-crafted products along the way and indulge in breakfast and multi-course Italian lunch with wine pairings. It’s a fantastic way to immerse yourself in the sights, smells, and tastes of Emilia-Romagna!

Imagine to visit the main points of interest of Rome under the stars, you will see the most famous monuments and squares of the Eternal City in the romantic and charming nocturnal atmosphere.We could have a traditional espresso or a drink in Navona Square, enjoying the fabulous view of the fountains. Then, we will have a pleasant stroll to the Spanish Square and its elegant steps up to the chic Trinità dei Monti.This tour of Rome by night will continue going through Venetia Square, the Palatine Hill and the enchanting view of the Ancient Rome, until reaching the Circus Maximus.Then, we will continue to St. Peter’s Square and its majestic Basilica, admiring this structure full of history, culture and spirituality. The Dome of St. Peter’s Basilica by night is absolutely to see, it shows a special charm and it represents one of the main symbols of the Eternal City. The tour ends with a stop at Trevi Fountain, just the right place to express a wish, above all, to come back to Rome soon!

Italian cuisine is loved across the world for its focus on fresh ingredients and big flavors. On this tour, visit traditional cheese, meat, and balsamic vinegar producers across Parma, Parmigiano-Reggiano, and Reggio-Emilia, and learn of the passion and pride than goes in to Italian food. With lunch and round-trip travel from central Parma included, savor the diverse flavors of Italy.

The Emilia-Romagna region is renowned as one of Italy’s top culinary destinations, and on this small-group tour from Parma, you’ll get to discover some of its most delectable highlights. Set off in the morning via air-conditioned minivan; over the course of the tour, you’ll learn how Parmigiano Reggiano is made, will visit a working farm, will learn about the coveted Culatello di Zibello ham, and will drop by an organic winery. The outing includes generous tastes at every stop.

On this private, half-day tour, discover why the Emilia-Romagna region is world-famous amongst food lovers. Follow your guide to a dairy where Parmigiano Reggiano is produced, learn how the “king of cheese” is made, and enjoy samples. You also do plenty of tasting when you visit a Prosciutto di Parma producer. In between, pause for a photo opportunity foothills of the medieval village of Torrechiara, famed for its enormous castle.