All Emilia-Romagna Tours & Excursions in 2026

Ravenna—known for its eight UNESCO World Heritage sites, featuring Byzantine mosaics from the 5th and 6th centuries—has plenty for art lovers to see, but knowing where to get started can prove tricky. Take away the guesswork and maximize your vacation time with a small-group tour that takes you to some of the city's top treasures. Uncover early Christian art and Byzantine mosaics while a guide provides helpful context and insight.

Get more out of your visit to historic Bologna when you explore with a guide, all thanks to this time-maximizing highlights tour. Choose an English- or Italian-language tour, and set off with your guide to explore key city attractions, from the Quadrilatero market district to the Basilica of San Petronio. If you wish, upgrade to include three food vouchers, or add on a visit to the Archiginnasio building.

Experience the passion of motorsports: discover the combination of Ferrari and Lamborghini: history, power, and emotion!

Treat your hungry self to a food tour of Bologna and discover why the city is known for its love of gastronomy. With a local guide, choose between our 3-hour immersive experience or our 2-hour express tour to sample fresh pasta, balsamic vinegar, cheese, wine, and gelato, plus a secret dish to be revealed on the longer route. Explore the city by foot in between tastings and learn about Bologna’s heritage through the tour. Just let the local supplier know in advance if you have special dietary requirements.

Enjoy a guided visit to a fully integrated farm-to-table dairy and cheese facility, where cows produce organic Parmigiano with full traceability. Engage all five senses: watch cheese-making, touch the cheese, smell its aroma, listen to farm sounds, and taste the delicate flavor. Enjoy humorous animal metaphors and stories that blend history, geography, and psychology, including the “Japanese Room,” “Wow Room,” and the story of the pig. Playful language like “C’è una volta” reveals deeper truths about tradition. The tour ends with a final tasting. The 9 a.m. tour uniquely includes witnessing the daily Parmigiano birth, a highlight. Other tours visit the farm, cheese aging, and tasting, but do not include the birth process.

Go behind the scenes to find out how one of Italy's most famous cheeses is made with this 2-hour tours of a parmigiano-reggiano cheese factory in Parma. Cap off your tour with a cheese tasting with bubble local wine.

Car enthusiasts can enjoy this tour into the world of Ferrari in Maranello. Immerse yourself in the history of this iconic brand and catch a glimpse of their future plans, all while marveling at the Hall of Victories, where the Ferrari World Champion cars reside. Get your entry admission and embark on a journey of speed, innovation, and automotive excellence.

The Bologna food region is one of the most famous in Italy, but finding the best producers to visit on your own takes hours of research. On this culinary tour, visit local and family-run producers most tourists miss for a behind-the-scenes look at the creation of Parmigiano-Reggiano cheese, Modena balsamic vinegar, prosciutto, and wine. Enjoy samples along the way, and indulge in breakfast and a multi-course Italian lunch with wine pairings.

Discover Modena's culinary gems on a guided walking tour, featuring local specialties like balsamic vinegar, Parmigiano Reggiano, and artisan charcuterie

Ravenna is a city endowed with UNESCO World Heritage Sites, and this experience puts the spotlight on them. On a half-day walking tour, you’ll see the Basilica of San Vitale, the Mausoleum of Galla Placidia, and the Basilica of Sant’Apollinare Nuovo, plus you’ll get the inside track on Ravenna’s culinary treats with tastings of “piadina,” pasta, and even gelato. Just note that any entry fees are extra.

Looking for an authentic experience dedicated to Traditional Balsamic Vinegar of Modena? You’ve found the right place. Welcome to Acetaia Malagoli Daniele, a family-run vinegar house where a centuries-old tradition is still alive. Guided directly by the Malagoli family, you’ll enjoy a warm, personal welcome and a clear, professional introduction to Modena’s legendary “black gold,” surrounded by ancient wooden barrels where balsamic vinegar slowly ages over generations.

Dive deep into the world of Italian cuisine as you embark on a food tour that focuses on Parma's classics: Parma ham and Parmigiano Reggiano cheese. With your guide, you'll visit a traditional Parmigiano factory to see how this famous cheese is made, and then you'll move on to a Parma ham factory to learn why it's so special—of course, with tastings included.

Bologna is known as a culinary hotspot, and this walking tour offers an excellent overview of the city’s food scene. Visit a historic center with local food boutiques and cafes. Sample the city’s culinary offerings including a glass of wine, pasta, espresso, and either gelato or cake depending on the season, guided by a local food expert.

Skip the tourist food on your trip to Parma, and discover the local delicacies for which the Emilia Romagna region is famed. On a day-long tour, you’ll visit the producers of Parmigiano Reggiano cheese, Parma ham, and Modena balsamic vinegar, enjoying tours and tastings at each site. Even better: Numbers are capped at just eight per tour, for a more intimate small-group experience.

Put a Bolognese slant on an Italian food experience, with this small-group cooking class, hosted by locals who are passionate about their cuisine. After a welcome aperitivo of pignoletto wine and Bologna snacks of mortadella meat and crescenta focaccia, you’ll make tagliatelle pasta from scratch to accompany a homemade ragú. A self-made Casoni spritz is among the extra perks. Just note: This class isn’t suitable for children or anyone with special dietary needs.

Get a behind-the-scenes look at the production of some of the most authentic foods in the Emilia-Romagna region and all of Italy on this full-day food tour. Discover how Parmigiano-Reggiano cheese, Prosciutto ham, and Balsamic vinegar are made, and sample plenty of each while you visit farms and factories with a small group and guide.

The countryside between Bologna and Parma (known as Food Valley) is famous for its Parmigiano Reggiano cheese and balsamic vinegar, but it's not easy to visit producers on your own. On this tour, you'll gain access to two traditional farms to learn how these gourmet specialties are made, plus sample different ages of each during a guided tasting. Choose to get around with your own car or opt for a tour with transportation included for smooth logistics.

Immerse yourself in the rich cultural tapestry of Bologna with a 2-hour walking tour through its historic center. Your journey commences at Palazzo d'Accursio, steeped in centuries of history as the city's town hall. Traverse through the enchanting alleys to reach Piazza Maggiore, an emblematic square adorned with architectural marvels from the Medieval and Renaissance eras. Saint Petronio awaits, its grandeur reflecting in its vast dimensions and intricate interiors. Moving forward, you'll discover the quaint charm of Piazza della Mercanzia, pulsating with life at its heart, and Piazza Santo Stefano, ensconced by elegant edifices exuding timeless grace. As the tour draws to a close, behold the iconic Two Towers, stalwart symbols of Bologna's medieval legacy, standing tall against the sky. Each step unveils a piece of Bologna's captivating narrative, weaving history, art, and culture seamlessly into an unforgettable exploration.

Embark on an immersive journey through the history of Piadina, from its Neolithic origins to its extraordinary global success today. This engaging, technologically advanced tour reveals the deep roots of Piadina in Romagna’s peasant traditions and its evolution into a beloved symbol of the region, cherished worldwide. Surprise tastings punctuate the experience, teasing your palate along the way. Enter the Sala della Magia (Room of Magic), inspired by the dreamlike world of Fellini, where wheat and other ingredients come together in a mesmerising spectacle. Discover the “alchemy” behind every Piadina and why making it is truly magical. Then explore the Panoramic Tunnel for a behind-the-scenes view of production, from dough preparation and resting in the “Piadina Spa” to cooking at different temperatures. See how technology and tradition work together to ensure quality in every iconic Piadina.

An indescribable experience: the test Guide at the wheel of the Ferrari 488 will make you live a unique emotion. Our instructor will be able to provide you with all the knowledge you need to fully enjoy this 670-horsepower DA Supercar!

Dedicate a day to Ferrari cars, with a visit to the Ferrari Museum of Maranello. The 7-hour experience kicks off with 10 minutes test drive of a Ferrari Portofino or Ferrari 488 Spider. Sit next to a co-pilot as you learn how to handle the car’s roaring engine. Enjoy lunch at a restaurant loved by the local Ferrari test-drivers, explore the museum, then enjoy a bus tour of Viale Enzo Ferrari that takes you through the Ferrari Factory and around the F1 test track.

Discover the heart of the Ferrari legend with a combo visit to the Modena and Maranello museums: history, cars, and passion! At the Enzo Ferrari Museum in Modena, visitors can see the founder’s birthplace, his old workshop - which has been restored and houses a collection of engines - a large pavilion with a yellow roof shaped like a car bonnet, displaying rare cars and Formula 1 cars, and multimedia displays about his life. The Ferrari Museum in Maranello is a temple to the racing spirit of the Prancing Horse. It offers a tour featuring historic Formula 1 single-seaters, legendary hypercars such as the F40 and the Enzo, and the Hall of Victories with its world championship trophies.

If you're arriving in Ravenna by cruise ship and dreaming of immersing yourself in the timeless beauty and rich history of Venice, we have the perfect full-day tour designed just for you: ✨ Sail through the Giudecca Canal, taking in breathtaking views of the city. ✨ Stroll across the legendary Ponte di Rialto, the oldest and most famous bridge in Venice. ✨ Admire the exquisite Basilica di San Marco, an architectural wonder shimmering with golden mosaics. ✨ Marvel at the majestic Doge’s Palace, once the seat of Venetian power. ✨ Enjoy free time in the heart of Venice – the iconic Piazza San Marco, where history and beauty come alive. Our expert guides will bring Venice to life with fascinating stories and insights, ensuring an unforgettable experience. Comfortable, efficient transportation with a guaranteed timely return to your ship makes your adventure stress-free and seamless. Reserve your spot now with a 24-hour risk-free cancellation and discover all the gems of Venice with us.