Emilia Romagna History and Food Traditions

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Emilia-Romagna is one of the richest Italian regions when it comes to food culture, so we prepared this itinerary to make you try the specialties that are the most representative of Italian cuisine, such as tiramisù, gelato, and mortadella. In red-colored Bologna, some of the monuments that you will visit are the City Hall, the stunning Basilica of Saint Petr...
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Overview

Trip type
Private Guided
Lodging level
Premium - 4 star
Physical level
Easy
Trip pace
Balanced schedule

Highlights

    • History, Life & Food in Bologna
    • Discover Parma with Parma ham and cheese tasting experience at local factory
    • The Ferrari experience at the Italian Motor Valley with sparkling wine tasting experience
    • Ferrara Excursion with Lambrusco tasting experience
    • Ravenna and the Valley of Comacchio private excursion
    • Discover Modena with Acetaia visit and balsamic vinegar tasting experience
    • Food market and Private Cooking Class experience in Bologna

What's this trip about?

    Emilia-Romagna is one of the richest Italian regions when it comes to food culture, so we prepared this itinerary to make you try the specialties that are the most representative of Italian cuisine, such as tiramisù, gelato, and mortadella. In red-colored Bologna, some of the monuments that you will visit are the City Hall, the stunning Basilica of Saint Petronio, the fifteenth largest church in the world - and the Fountain of Neptune. After you will get the chance to see the production and to taste the famous Parma ham together with cheese Parmigiano Reggiano. Not to make it only about delicious local food, you will get a completely special experience: The Ferrari experience in the Italian Motor Valley, where you will discover the Ferrari Museum, you will witness the Prancing Horse’s extraordinary history and the indissoluble bond between Enzo Ferrari and his homeland. To discover the splendid historic cities in this region, together with your private driver you will take a fascinating excursion to Ferrara discovering this Renaissance city, Ravenna to admire the Early Christian monuments, declared World Heritage Site by UNESCO thanks to the breathtaking mosaics. We will take you to the beautiful Valley of Comacchio which is often compared to the city of Venice. Another historic city that you will visit is Modena, where you will taste the Balsamic vinegar at a local farmhouse production. To end your Emilia-Romagna experience, you will experience the morning atmosphere of a food market in Bologna and pick the best local ingredients for your cooking class where you will prepare the authentic Bolognese sauce.

Details

Itinerary focusOff the Beaten Path
Group sizePrivate - your group only
Age rangeNo age restrictions
Flights and transportAll internal ground transport included
Start CityVenice
End CityVenice

Travel Themes

  • Culinary & Wine
  • Cultural
  • Photography

Destinations

  • Europe
  • Italy

Attractions

  • Bologna
  • Parma

Activities

  • Cooking
  • Culture
  • History
  • Photography
  • Wine Tasting
  • Luxury Travel

Trip includes

    • Accommodation
    • Breakfast
    • Transportation
    • Guides
    • Admissions
    • Tickets when applicable

Itinerary

Travel Map
Day 1 One-way private transfer from Venice port to your hotel in Bologna

2 hour stop in Padua including private transportation with English speaking driver.

Day 2 History, Life & Food in Bologna

Enjoy a fascinating walk into the heart of Bologna with a private guide who will make you discover the incomparable beauty of the city.

You will admire the magnificent Piazza Maggiore famous for the red-colored buildings such as the City Hall, the stunning Basi...

Day 3 Discover Parma with ham & cheese tasting experience

Today you will head to Parma area, a land full of culinary and architectural treasures!

Your day will start very early, with a full immersion at a local factory in the outskirts of Parma where you will learn about the Parmigiano Reggiano and Parma ham productio...

Day 4 The Ferrari experience in the Italian Motor Valley with Sparkling Wine tasting

Welcome to the Motor Valley!

You will discover the Ferrari Museum, where you will witness the Prancing Horse’s extraordinary history and the indissoluble bond between Enzo Ferrari and his homeland. Walk through the rooms to the pit-stop wall, where you will gai...

Day 5 Ferrara private excursion with tasting experience

Together with your private driver enjoy a fascinating excursion to Ferrara discovering this Renaissance city, declared World Heritage Site by UNESCO.

The history of Ferrara is closely bound to the Este family; the city had been an important medieval centre, und...

Day 6 Ravenna and the Valley of Comacchio private excursion

Today, together with your private driver, you will discover the beautiful Valley of Comacchio.

Comacchio is the most characteristic and fascinating historic town in the Park of the Po Delta and is often compared with the city of Venice. It has extremely old ori...

Day 7 Discover Modena with balsamic vinegar tasting experience

One of the most fascinating towns in Northern Italy, Modena is a treasure chest of UNESCO World Heritage Sites and a real treat for gourmands!

In the very heart of the city, you can admire the Piazza Grande with the Duomo and the imposing Ghirlandina Tower, the...

Day 8 Food market and Private Cooking Class experience in Bologna

Enjoy a morning Market tour and discover all the secrets of the Emilian culinar specialties!

On the way to the town market, your private Chef will tell you a bit of history and few stories about Bologna and Emilia Romagna region. You will meet some of the local...

Day 9 One-way private transfer from your hotel in Bologna, to Venice airport

Including private transportation with English speaking driver and early morning pick up fee.

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Last Updated: 4/19/2024

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