Emilia, the Land of the Slow Mix, is a lifestyle with a plethora of experiences, all to be experienced between Parma, Piacenza, and Reggio Emilia.
One-of-a-kind experiences from local operators
With a concentration of one-of-a-kind events such as cooking classes, visits to places of excellence in the Food Valley, enchanted castles, and historic towns, Emilia is a land to be experienced on many different levels. And it is possible thanks to the many local operators who belong to the Visit Emilia, Food & Wine, Culture & Castles, Spas & Outdoors networks.
Gastronomic tours in a true foodie heaven
To fully immerse yourself in Emilia’s culture why not start with a gastronomic tour of Parma and Reggio Emilia? Beginning with a tasting of the traditional Balsamic vinegar of Reggio Emilia Dop and a visit to a vinegar factory before continuing on to one of the producers of the famous Parma ham. Then it’s time for a tasty lunch based on typical Emilian cold cuts. And in the afternoon the itinerary continues, exploring Malvasia wine and admiring the Torrechiara Castle.
On two wheels around the heart of the city
Emilia is the land of two wheels, so a bicycle itinerary taking in Parmesan cheese and Parma is not to be missed. The half-day guided tour begins in a dairy to discover how the cheese is made, and you then pedal around the heart of the city. For a quick lunch break you can enjoy a basket of typical products, or stop in a historic delicatessen in Parma's centre.
A magnificent Renaissance square and a famous film set
Starting with a tour of Reggio Emilia and Gualtieri, with its magnificent Renaissance square, you can then continue to Brescello, which is an open-air film set where you can relive the stories of Don Camillo and Peppone, two of Italy’s best loved screen characters. 
Medieval tours, wine tastings and cured meats
On the guided tours in the mediaeval heart of Castell'Arquato you can relive the days of ladies and knights, discovering this magical and romantic town with its Collegiate Church and Viscontea Fortress. Wine lovers will delight in the Colli Piacentini, surrounded by landscapes dominated by fine vineyards and wine cellars. The Piacentino Cellar Tour features tastings of various typical wines and combinations of Emilian gastronomic products. Then visit salami factories to discover Piacenza’s famous PDO cured meats - coppa, pancetta and salami – which are winners of numerous prizes and awards.
