Cheese Experience: Tour & Tasting at Guffanti near Lake Maggiore
Overview
Embark on Italy’s Ultimate Underground Cheese Experience at Guffanti Fiori near Lake Maggiore. Delve into a cool, 10°C (50°F) cellar stocked with over 200 varieties of Italian and international cheeses. Learn expert cheese-handling techniques and enjoy a guided tasting of six seasonal artisan cheeses paired with bread, breadsticks, water, and a glass of wine. A light jacket or fleece is recommended to stay comfortable in the cellar’s cool climate.
What's Included
- Six-item cheese tasting paired with bread, breadsticks, and water
- Underground Cellar Tour: explore Guffanti Fiori’s temperature-controlled cheese-aging facility
- Local taxes
- Expert Guidance: learn about cheese selection, handling, and ripening from master cheesemongers
- One glass of wine: enjoy a complimentary wine pairing that highlights the nuances of each cheese
Meeting Location
Via Milano
140, 28041 Arona NO, Italy
Detailed check-in instructions, including the exact address, are provided with your booking confirmation.
This activity ends back at the meeting point.
What To Expect
Get ready for an unforgettable journey into Italy’s renowned cheesemaking heritage at Guffanti Fiori, located near the scenic shores of Lake Maggiore. Descend into a uniquely designed underground cellar where the temperature is carefully maintained at around 10°C (50°F)—ideal for aging more than 200 different cheeses. From classic Italian varieties to rare international gems, each cheese is nurtured to perfection under the watchful eyes of seasoned experts.
During your guided tour, discover the meticulous selection, handling, and aging processes that bring out the best in these artisanal cheeses. Afterward, indulge in a curated tasting of six seasonal cheeses, each chosen to showcase a diverse range of flavors and textures—from creamy cow’s milk to tangy goat or sheep’s milk, plus distinctive blue or washed-rind specialties. Enhance every bite with fresh bread, crunchy breadsticks, and a glass of wine thoughtfully paired to complement these rustic delights. Whether you’re a culinary aficionado or simply curious about the rich flavors of northern Italy, this immersive tour is an essential stop on your journey through the country’s gastronomic landscape.
Additional Info
- Confirmation is instant and will be received at time of booking
- Public transportation options are available nearby
- Suitable for all physical fitness levels
- This tour/activity will have a maximum of 20 travelers
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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).
- Six-item cheese tasting paired with bread, breadsticks, and water.
- Underground Cellar Tour: explore Guffanti Fiori’s temperature-controlled cheese-aging facility.
- Local taxes.
- Expert Guidance: learn about cheese selection, handling, and ripening from master cheesemongers.
- One glass of wine: enjoy a complimentary wine pairing that highlights the nuances of each cheese.
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 Cheese Experience: Tour & Tasting at Guffanti near Lake Maggiore is as follows:
- 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 Cheese Experience: Tour & Tasting at Guffanti near Lake Maggiore 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
- Six-item cheese tasting paired with bread, breadsticks, and water
- Underground Cellar Tour: explore Guffanti Fiori’s temperature-controlled cheese-aging facility
- Local taxes
- Expert Guidance: learn about cheese selection, handling, and ripening from master cheesemongers
- One glass of wine: enjoy a complimentary wine pairing that highlights the nuances of each cheese
Additional Info
- Confirmation is instant and will be received at time of booking
- Public transportation options are available nearby
- Suitable for all physical fitness levels
- This tour/activity will have a maximum of 20 travelers
