Discover Emilia Romagna: Montecalvo & Ferrario Small Group Italian Tours offers a real Italian experience with “off the beaten track” visits to less traveled places where you’ll have a unique opportunity to glimpse a bit of everyday Italian life.

DISCOVER EMILIA ROMAGNA
April 19-26 May 31 - Jun 7

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The Emilia-Romagna region is one of the great gastronomic centers of Italy. Our base will be the city and hills of Reggio Emilia, located between Milan and Bologna in northern Italy. You will learn how the three key ingredients of Emilia cuisine, traditional balsamic vinegar, Parmigiano-Reggiano cheese and Prosciutto di Parma, are made. Throughout the week a variety of organized activities will be arranged, yet there will be plenty of time to explore on your own.

TOUR HIGHLIGHTS:

Visit a traditional caseificio, producer of Parmigiano-Reggiano cheese
Explore the picturesque towns and castles of Emilia-Romagna and the small cities of Parma and Modena
Visit a traditional acetaia, producer of balsamic vinegar, and enjoy lunch on the premises
Enjoy an afternoon of winetasting at a local winery
Visit a traditional prosciuttificio, producer of Parma's world-famous prosciutto ham
Join a day trip to Bologna, the food capital of Italy
Experience meals at family owned restaurants serving tasty local specialties

TOUR INCLUDES:

Transfer from Bologna Marconi Airport to Reggio Emilia
4 nights accommodation with breakfast at the four-star Hotel Posta in the historic center of Reggio Emilia
2 nights accommodation with breakfast at Cavazzone Agriturismo, in the hills outside of Reggio Emilia
4 dinners and 2 lunches
Transport via small private bus during the week, with local guide
Sampling of local products