Parmigiano, Organic Wine Tasting and Lunch among Medieval Hamlets
Overview
After admiring the Chiaravalle della Colomba Abbey, founded in 1135 and still inhabited by monks, and its evocative cloister, we move on to Castell'Arquato, a medieval village that holds exciting discoveries and overlooks a spotless landscape, where the gaze wanders over woods, gullies, vineyards and some isolated houses. A third generation organic wine producer who has always observed the best principles of production of organic, biodynamic, natural and vegan wines, awaits us on the slopes of Val D'Arda, characterized by clear soils, rich in marine fossils, which Leonardo da Vinci also spoke of in the Codex Leicester in 1482. The visit to the vineyards and cellar is followed by a tasting of 5 wines accompanied by artisanal cured meats, cheeses, honey, homemade bread, dessert and coffee. The day ends in the hamlet of Vigoleno with a special tasting of Vin Santo, one of the smallest DOC wines in Italy, still produced following ancient techniques handed down orally from father to son.
What's Included
- Admission fees
- 8 h Transportation included option includes Transportation
- Coffee
- Tasting of 5 different wines with food pairing
- Bottled water
- Parmigiano Reggiano Dairy Admission fee included in the 8 h options
- Cheeses, Honey and Pickled Vegetables
- Homemade bread or breadsticks
- Cured meats: Coppa piacentina, Salame piacentino, Pancetta piacentina, Pancetta affumicata, Spalla
- 7 h Transportation included option includes Transportation
- 5 h and 30 min Transportation included option includes Transportation
- Tasting of Parmigiano Reggiano and ricotta included in the 8 h options
- Tasting of Vin Santo di Vigoleno
- Traditional Almond Crumble
- Professional local guide
- 7 h options do not include the Parmigiano Reggiano Dairy Visit
- 7 h options do not include the Parmigiano Reggiano and ricotta Tasting
- 7 h Self-Drive Price option does not include Transportation
- 5 h and 30 min Self-Drive Price option does not include Transportation
- 5 h and 30 min options do not include the Parmigiano Reggiano Dairy Visit
- 5 h and 30 min options do not include the Parmigiano Reggiano and ricotta Tasting
- 5 h and 30 min options do not include the visit to Chiaravalle and Castell'Arquato
- 8 h Self-Drive Price option does not include Transportation
- 8 h options do not include the visit to Chiaravalle and Castell'Arquato
Meeting and Pickup
Hotel pick-up and drop-off is included in the "Price including transportation" option. Pick-up and drop-off is intended within a radius of 15 kilometres of the city centre (Piazza Garibaldi in Parma). If your location is not among the pick up points listed, contact us to receive a customized quote for the extra transportation service.When travelers select the "Self-Drive Price" option, we'll see them at the Departure Point, they must provide their own transport and follow the guide in a separate car.If you are not staying in Parma the night before the tour, we could meet near the highway exit Fidenza at 8.30 am. Please let us know so that we can arrange the most suitable meeting place.
Largo Maestà del Taglio
3a, 43122 Parma PR, Italy
Detailed check-in instructions, including the exact address, are provided with your booking confirmation.
This activity ends back at the meeting point.
Detailed check-in instructions, including the exact address, are provided with your booking confirmation.
What To Expect
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Parma (pass by)
Abbazia Cistercense di Chiaravalle della Colomba
1 hour • Admission Ticket Free
Abbazia Cistercense di Chiaravalle della Colomba (pass by)
Castell'Arquato
1 hour • Admission Ticket Free
Castell'Arquato (pass by)
Vernasca
2 hours • Admission Ticket Free
Vernasca (pass by)
Vigoleno
45 minutes • Admission Ticket Free
Additional Info
- Confirmation will be received within 48 hours of booking, subject to availability
- Service animals allowed
- Public transportation options are available nearby
- Suitable for all physical fitness levels
- Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller
- Specialized infant seats are available
- Animals are not allowed inside the Abbey of Chiaravalle della Colomba
- Minimum drinking age is 18 years
- Please advise of any specific dietary requirements at time of booking
- Vegetarian and gluten free options available with prior notice, please advise when booking
- A moderate amount of walking is involved (2,5 km)
- It is recommended to wear comfortable shoes without high heels
- Travel time is included in the total duration of the tour
- If you are not staying in Parma the night before the tour, we could meet near the highway exit Fidenza at 8.30 am. Please let us know so that we can arrange the most suitable meeting place
- Operated by a business
Frequently Asked Questions
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Activity code: C-237138P13
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Frequently Asked Questions (6)
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- For a full refund, you must cancel at least 24 hours before the tour start time.
- If you cancel less than 24 hours before the tour start time, the amount you paid will not be refunded.
- Any changes made less than 24 hours before the tour start time will not be accepted.
- Cut-off times are based on the tour local time (CEST).
- Admission fees.
- 8 h Transportation included option includes Transportation.
- Coffee.
- Tasting of 5 different wines with food pairing.
- Bottled water.
- Parmigiano Reggiano Dairy Admission fee included in the 8 h options.
- Cheeses, Honey and Pickled Vegetables.
- Homemade bread or breadsticks.
- Cured meats: Coppa piacentina, Salame piacentino, Pancetta piacentina, Pancetta affumicata, Spalla.
- 7 h Transportation included option includes Transportation.
- 5 h and 30 min Transportation included option includes Transportation.
- Tasting of Parmigiano Reggiano and ricotta included in the 8 h options.
- Tasting of Vin Santo di Vigoleno.
- Traditional Almond Crumble.
- Professional local guide.
- 7 h options do not include the Parmigiano Reggiano Dairy Visit.
- 7 h options do not include the Parmigiano Reggiano and ricotta Tasting.
- 7 h Self-Drive Price option does not include Transportation.
- 5 h and 30 min Self-Drive Price option does not include Transportation.
- 5 h and 30 min options do not include the Parmigiano Reggiano Dairy Visit.
- 5 h and 30 min options do not include the Parmigiano Reggiano and ricotta Tasting.
- 5 h and 30 min options do not include the visit to Chiaravalle and Castell'Arquato.
- 8 h Self-Drive Price option does not include Transportation.
- 8 h options do not include the visit to Chiaravalle and Castell'Arquato.
There is no minimum age for this tour, so bring your wee one along for an adventure..
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Apr 2025Accessibility information for the Parmigiano, Organic Wine Tasting and Lunch among Medieval Hamlets is as follows:
- Service animals allowed
- Public transportation options are available nearby
- Suitable for all physical fitness levels
Detailed check-in instructions – including meeting point address, Google map, and parking information – for Parmigiano, Organic Wine Tasting and Lunch among Medieval Hamlets will be included in your confirmation email from Cool Destinations. Please be sure to double and triple check your email address is correct at checkout so this important email makes its way to you!
Mar 2024What's Included
- Admission fees
- 8 h Transportation included option includes Transportation
- Coffee
- Tasting of 5 different wines with food pairing
- Bottled water
- Parmigiano Reggiano Dairy Admission fee included in the 8 h options
- Cheeses, Honey and Pickled Vegetables
- Homemade bread or breadsticks
- Cured meats: Coppa piacentina, Salame piacentino, Pancetta piacentina, Pancetta affumicata, Spalla
- 7 h Transportation included option includes Transportation
- 5 h and 30 min Transportation included option includes Transportation
- Tasting of Parmigiano Reggiano and ricotta included in the 8 h options
- Tasting of Vin Santo di Vigoleno
- Traditional Almond Crumble
- Professional local guide
- 7 h options do not include the Parmigiano Reggiano Dairy Visit
- 7 h options do not include the Parmigiano Reggiano and ricotta Tasting
- 7 h Self-Drive Price option does not include Transportation
- 5 h and 30 min Self-Drive Price option does not include Transportation
- 5 h and 30 min options do not include the Parmigiano Reggiano Dairy Visit
- 5 h and 30 min options do not include the Parmigiano Reggiano and ricotta Tasting
- 5 h and 30 min options do not include the visit to Chiaravalle and Castell'Arquato
- 8 h Self-Drive Price option does not include Transportation
- 8 h options do not include the visit to Chiaravalle and Castell'Arquato
Additional Info
- Confirmation will be received within 48 hours of booking, subject to availability
- Service animals allowed
- Public transportation options are available nearby
- Suitable for all physical fitness levels
- Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller
- Specialized infant seats are available
- Animals are not allowed inside the Abbey of Chiaravalle della Colomba
- Minimum drinking age is 18 years
- Please advise of any specific dietary requirements at time of booking
- Vegetarian and gluten free options available with prior notice, please advise when booking
- A moderate amount of walking is involved (2,5 km)
- It is recommended to wear comfortable shoes without high heels
- Travel time is included in the total duration of the tour
- If you are not staying in Parma the night before the tour, we could meet near the highway exit Fidenza at 8.30 am. Please let us know so that we can arrange the most suitable meeting place
- Operated by a business
