Ferrari, Parmesan and Balsamic Day Tour from Bologna
Overview
Discover the authentic flavors and fast-paced spirit of Emilia-Romagna on this full-day tour from Bologna. Begin your journey with guided visits to two local producers — a Parmigiano Reggiano dairy and a traditional balsamic vinegar “acetaia” in Modena countryside — where you’ll learn centuries-old techniques and enjoy rich tastings straight from the source.
Continue to the iconic Ferrari Museum in Maranello and step into the world of Italian excellence, where innovation meets passion for speed (free time to visit, no guided tour). Between visits, savor a light countryside lunch featuring regional specialties and relax as your driver takes care of every detail.
With small-group transport and pickup from Bologna, this tour combines gourmet heritage, scenic landscapes, and legendary motors — the very best of Emilia-Romagna in one unforgettable day.
What's Included
- Light lunch (food tasting, no full-course lunch)
- Transportation for the duration of the tour (could be shared, maximum 8 participants)
- Skip-the-line entrance tickets to Ferrari Museum in Maranello
- Pickup and drop off from hotel in Bologna or from a meeting point in the city center of Bologna
- Guided visit & tasting at a production of Traditional Balsamic Vinegar PDO
- Guided visit & tasting at a Parmigiano-Reggiano dairy
- Full-course lunch
- Tips
- Private English-speaking guide to accompany you during the day, driver is not a guide
Meeting and Pickup
Included with the option “Pickup from Hotels in Bologna”.
The pickup will be from your hotel in Bologna city center or the nearest point, when it is not possible to reach the place you stay in by car. The exact pickup time will be communicated after the tour confirmation. Please note that if you arrive by train, please contact us before booking your train, as we could advise on the best suitable arrival time. It could take 15 to 20 minutes to exit the underground train station where most of the high speed trains arrive. It means that you should arrive in Bologna no later than 08:30 am for the pickup at 08:50 am. We are unable to accommodate late arrivals. No refunds will be possible in such instances. When you select option "Pickup from meeting point", pickup will be from piazza XX Settembre in Bologna, no pickup from hotel is included in this option.
For the option “Pickup from Meeting Point”.
Piazza XX Settembre
2, 40121 Bologna BO, 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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Bologna
1 hour Admission Ticket Free
Castelfranco Emilia
1 hour 30 minutes Admission Ticket Free
Province of Modena
1 hour 30 minutes Admission Ticket Free
Museo Ferrari
1 hour Admission Ticket Included
Additional Info
- Confirmation is instant and will be received at time of booking
- Not recommended for travelers with spinal injuries
- Not recommended for pregnant travelers
- Not recommended for travelers with poor cardiovascular health
- Please communicate any food allergy or intolerance in advance
- Suitable for all physical fitness levels
- Specialized infant seats are available
- The visits will be held in the countryside farms, make sure you have appropriate clothing and footwear. Inside the cellar / storage / etc. the temperature could be low even during summer period.
- All visits and tastings will be conducted by the producers' team and might involve other guests; there won't be a private guide accompanying you throughout the day.
- This tour/activity will have a maximum of 8 travelers
Frequently Asked Questions (7)
Q: What is the cancellation policy for the Ferrari, Parmesan and Balsamic Day Tour from Bologna?
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Frequently Asked Questions (7)
The answers provided below were previously given in response to questions from Cool Shore Excursions customers.
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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 (CET).
- Light lunch (food tasting, no full-course lunch).
- Transportation for the duration of the tour (could be shared, maximum 8 participants).
- Skip-the-line entrance tickets to Ferrari Museum in Maranello.
- Pickup and drop off from hotel in Bologna or from a meeting point in the city center of Bologna.
- Guided visit & tasting at a production of Traditional Balsamic Vinegar PDO.
- Guided visit & tasting at a Parmigiano-Reggiano dairy.
- Full-course lunch.
- Tips.
- Private English-speaking guide to accompany you during the day, driver is not a guide.
There is no minimum age for this tour, so bring your wee one along for an adventure. This tour requires at least one adult to accompany children..
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Apr 2025Accessibility information for the Ferrari, Parmesan and Balsamic Day Tour from Bologna is as follows:
- Not recommended for travelers with spinal injuries
- Not recommended for pregnant travelers
- Not recommended for travelers with poor cardiovascular health
- Please communicate any food allergy or intolerance in advance
- Suitable for all physical fitness levels
Detailed check-in instructions – including meeting point address, Google map, and parking information – for Ferrari, Parmesan and Balsamic Day Tour from Bologna will be included in your confirmation email from Cool Shore Excursions. 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 2024Once your refund is processed, it usually shows on your card statement within 5–10 business days. The exact timing depends on your bank or card issuer.
Want it sooner? When you cancel, choose Receive a refund to my wallet instead. The credit is in your Wallet straight away and is applied automatically at checkout on your next booking when you’re signed in with the same email. You can see your balance any time in My Wallet.
If you paid part of your booking with Wallet credit, that part always goes back to your Wallet. Trip protection isn’t refundable.
Oct 2026What's Included
- Light lunch (food tasting, no full-course lunch)
- Transportation for the duration of the tour (could be shared, maximum 8 participants)
- Skip-the-line entrance tickets to Ferrari Museum in Maranello
- Pickup and drop off from hotel in Bologna or from a meeting point in the city center of Bologna
- Guided visit & tasting at a production of Traditional Balsamic Vinegar PDO
- Guided visit & tasting at a Parmigiano-Reggiano dairy
- Full-course lunch
- Tips
- Private English-speaking guide to accompany you during the day, driver is not a guide
Additional Info
- Confirmation is instant and will be received at time of booking
- Not recommended for travelers with spinal injuries
- Not recommended for pregnant travelers
- Not recommended for travelers with poor cardiovascular health
- Please communicate any food allergy or intolerance in advance
- Suitable for all physical fitness levels
- Specialized infant seats are available
- The visits will be held in the countryside farms, make sure you have appropriate clothing and footwear. Inside the cellar / storage / etc. the temperature could be low even during summer period.
- All visits and tastings will be conducted by the producers' team and might involve other guests; there won't be a private guide accompanying you throughout the day.
- This tour/activity will have a maximum of 8 travelers
