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Half day e-bike excursion Rimini & the Marecchia Valley
A bike ride that includes everything but boredom: culture, nature and art in just 50 km
<p style="font-size:14px;line-height:1.6;color:rgb( 87 , 100 , 111 );margin-top:0.5em;margin-bottom:0.5em">Maybe you're on vacation on the Riviera, maybe you're bored of the beach that day and feel like doing something different. Or more simply you want to find out more about this area. Well! you are on the right page then.</p><p style="font-size:14px;line-height:1.6;color:#57646f;margin-top:0.5em;margin-bottom:0.5em"><br /></p><p style="font-size:14px;line-height:1.6;color:rgb( 87 , 100 , 111 );margin-top:0.5em;margin-bottom:0.5em">Rimini & Marecchia Valley is an easy bike (or e-bike) excursion, despite the length of the route starting from the coastal city and taking you to explore its surroundings. From Rimini you will visit its historic center that still retains important Roman remains, but not only. After crossing the Tiberius Bridge we will take the bicycle path that will lead us to the Marecchia Park where it will be possible to stop for a snack or lunch (in summer there is a bar, but we always suggest to bring something to eat). The park offers large spaces to enjoy your food in total relaxation before leaving for the return journey. At Santarcangelo we will cross the settlement of Mutonia: it is a permanent community of artists who recycle waste materials and create interesting and unique works of art. We suggest you to visit their facebook page to understand what we are talking about. Before returning to our starting point, back in Rimini, we will walk along the Viale degli Artisti, which contains numerous street art works depicting romantic moments of the Riviera.</p>
€ 110
Lambrusco making: winery tour
Follow us on a trip to the Lambrusco wine region in Parma. Winery visit and wine tasting included.
<p style="font-size:14px;line-height:1.6;color:#57646f;margin-top:0.5em;margin-bottom:0.5em">During this 3 hours tour, we’ll pass through <strong>hills</strong> and <strong>vineyards</strong>. Then we'll reach a <strong>Lambrusco winery</strong> to start our tasting.</p><p style="font-size:14px;line-height:1.6;color:#57646f;margin-top:0.5em;margin-bottom:0.5em">Lambrusco, the best sparkling red wine</p><p style="font-size:14px;line-height:1.6;color:#57646f;margin-top:0.5em;margin-bottom:0.5em">Do not miss the opportunity to get in touch with the <strong>most</strong> <strong>famous sparkling red wine</strong>. Produced in the hills around the city of Parma, Lambrusco is something more than wine. It’s a liquid whose <strong>color</strong> is full of <strong>joy</strong> and <strong>happiness</strong>. Whose smell brings <strong>fresh red fruits</strong>. Furthermore, Lambrusco is <strong>a brand</strong> acknowledged worldwide for the quality of the product. And it is the <strong>best-selling wine</strong> in Italy. That is why you can’t miss this tour if you are a <strong>wine lover</strong>.</p><p style="font-size:14px;line-height:1.6;color:#57646f;margin-top:0.5em;margin-bottom:0.5em">We are going to bring you where <strong>farmers</strong> have been doing Lambrusco for millennia. We’ll see the <strong>typical vineyards</strong>, with <strong>tall rows</strong>. Here grapes are growing strong, assuming an intense color with shades of purple and blue. Then we’ll move inside a <strong>winery</strong> situated in a panoramic position. Here an <strong>oenologist</strong> will explain to us the secrets. How Lambrusco wine generates from those fragrant grapes.</p><p style="font-size:14px;line-height:1.6;color:#57646f;margin-top:0.5em;margin-bottom:0.5em">Then we’ll proceed to the <strong>cellars</strong>, where the “magic” happens. Here you will feel the sweet and <strong>intriguing scent</strong> of the fermenting grapes. You will get in touch with the whole <strong>wine-making process</strong> until bottling. Then we’ll see the <strong>barrels</strong> used for <strong>aging</strong> and the specific bottles this sparkling red wine needs. This bottle's name is <em>Borgognona</em> or <em>Borgognotta</em>. It has a thicker glass and a special cork, to preserve the fragrance.</p><p style="font-size:14px;line-height:1.6;color:#57646f;margin-top:0.5em;margin-bottom:0.5em">The tour will end with a <strong>wine and food tasting</strong> served on the panoramic terrace. There it will be possible to practice what we have learned. Matching the wines with a selection of <strong>parmesan food</strong>.</p><p style="font-size:14px;line-height:1.6;color:#57646f;margin-top:0.5em;margin-bottom:0.5em">Why Lambrusco is a good red wine worldwide</p><p style="font-size:14px;line-height:1.6;color:#57646f;margin-top:0.5em;margin-bottom:0.5em">While thinking about Italian famous wines, few names are those to remember. Chianti, Barolo, Prosecco, and Lambrusco, stand out amongst the other. Lambrusco is a <strong>sparkling red wine</strong> produced in the <strong>Emilia Romagna region</strong>. Lambrusco is versatile and appreciated worldwide. Everybody, young and old ones, can drink it with ease. It is available in two kinds, <strong>sweet </strong>or<strong> dry</strong>. Both versions have an alcoholic percentage of 11%-12%.</p><p style="font-size:14px;line-height:1.6;color:#57646f;margin-top:0.5em;margin-bottom:0.5em">Lambrusco, one of the oldest Italian wines</p><p style="font-size:14px;line-height:1.6;color:#57646f;margin-top:0.5em;margin-bottom:0.5em">Yes, Lambrusco is one of the oldest wines ever made in Italy. <strong>Archeologists</strong> have found its <strong>seeds</strong> evidence related to the Bronze Age. Then we can rely on the direct testimonials, the <strong>Romans writers</strong>. <strong>Virgil</strong> mentioned <em>vitis labrusca</em> in his fifth chapter of the <em>Bucolicae</em>. <strong>Cato</strong> (<em>De agri culture</em>), <strong>Varrone</strong> (<em>De re rustica</em>) and <strong>Pliny the Elder</strong> (<em>Naturalis Historia</em>) provides further information. Lambrusco grape variety seems to be an <strong>Italian endemic</strong>. Its name originates from the Latin terms <em>labrum</em> (rim, margin) and <em>ruscum</em> (spontaneous plant). Romans used the word <em>labrusca</em> to name a spontaneous growth of this vine. A variety that appeared in the perimeters of the fields. Many things have changed. Romans drank this wine <strong>refermenting</strong> it inside amphoras. While nowadays the best Lambruscos are those refermented in bottles.</p><p style="font-size:14px;line-height:1.6;color:#57646f;margin-top:0.5em;margin-bottom:0.5em">Are you interested? Do you want to know more? Follow us on this tour and you’ll discover everything. How an indigenous grape variety, once domesticated, creates one of the most loved wines in the world.</p>
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€ 69
Private tour
3 hours walking tour with tastings: Bologna "La Grassa"
Beside being a beautiful city Bologna is heaven for foodies! Come and discover the best flavors and tastes of "La grassa" with our guide in this walking tour tailored around your taste
<p>Walk around the city and discover the best sights and places to taste, try and feel the real spirit of Bologna: its culinary heritage. With this very small group experience which will be tailored according to your taste you will have the chance to try and taste the world famous hand made pasta directly from pasta makers, try some of the best cured meat in town before ending up with an ice cream or another dessert.</p><p>Parmigiano, tortellini and other artisanal cooked foods will be your menu during this experience while you delve into Bologna's halleys and street to feel its vibrant spirit.</p><p>Enjoy! will be the only word your will hear during this tour.</p>
€ 170
Train to San Luca and Food Tasting from Bologna
Enjoy a round-trip ticket from Bologna to San Luca with the San Luca Express train, the new tourist line created to connect the Bologna city centre to the enchanting basilica
<p style="font-size:14px;line-height:1.6;color:#57646f;margin-top:0.5em;margin-bottom:0.5em">The San Luca Express train is the tourist line that connects the historic center of Bologna with the fascinating Basilica of San Luca, immersed in the splendor of the Bolognese hills.</p><p style="font-size:14px;line-height:1.6;color:#57646f;margin-top:0.5em;margin-bottom:0.5em">Ride along the longest portico in the world, that stretches from the Bonaccorsi Arch up to the basilica, and discover its exciting history thanks to the audio guides on board. You can also visit the Basilica of San Luca before returning to the city center.</p><p style="font-size:14px;line-height:1.6;color:#57646f;margin-top:0.5em;margin-bottom:0.5em">At the end of the tour, enjoy some food tasting in the centre of Bologna.</p>
€ 26
Bologna Walking Tour
Discover the historic city center of Bologna and its major cultural attractions.
<p>A classic <strong>walking tour</strong> through the streets of the <strong>city center</strong>. With this guided tour you will discover the <strong>history of Bologna</strong> and its major cultural attractions. Asinelli tower, Neptune fountain and the Basilica of San Petronio are just some stops of this rich tour.</p>
€ 25
Emilia-Romagna's Typical products Tasting Tour from Parma
Enjoy this full day tour to discover the typical Emilia Romagna products. Visit a cheese factory, smell the flavour of Parma Ham and enjoy an excellent local wine tasting.
<p>The Emilia-Romagna region is renowned as one of Italy’s top culinary destinations, and on this small-group tour from Parma, you’ll get to discover some of its most delectable highlights. First, you’ll reach a Parmigiano Reggiano factory where you’ll learn how the famous cheese is made. At the end of the visit will be offered a tasting of three different aging of Parmigiano Reggiano with local red wine and and other typical products. From here we’ll reach the Parma Ham factory. The guide will introduce the visit talking briefly about the history and visiting the “cold stage”, where the fresh meats are processed. You’ll have the chance to See the production phases of this renowned kind of cold cut. End your tour with a tasting of Parma ham and savor its sweetness and unique flavor. </p><p>Then we’ll reach a famous winery that produce white and red wine from this area. It will be possible to walk around the vineyard and then move inside the cellars, where experts will explain the winemaking process up bottling. At the end of the visit there will be a tasting of three different types of white and red wines.</p>
€ 88
Private tour
Private 3 hours tour: The best of Ravenna
Heads up, 3 hours of wonders await you on this private city tour
<p>Although it is a town like many others in Italy, Ravenna boasts a very important artistic heritage, cultural richness and historical roots. A visit could not possibly exclude the discovery of its most important treasures. Literally, Ravenna is a place that must be seen piece by piece. And it could not be otherwise, given the amount of mosaics (famously made of pieces) that this locality preserves.</p><p>With this activity, accompanied by a 100% local guide you will go around the city streets discovering all its important historical vicissitudes that mix distant eras, Empires, Barbarian poets and great stories of conquests and conspiracies. </p><p>You won't have to think about anything as admission to major monuments such as the Mausoleum of Galla Placidia, that to the Basilica of St. Apollinare Nuovo and others will already be booked for you. 3 hours is by no means enough to discover all the city and the card we booked for you gives you access to many other interesting places such as monuments and museums even after the tour. </p><p><strong>This activity can be booked by a minimum of 2 people up to a maximum of 8 people making up the same group. What does it means? It means that no other participants will be added to the visit if not booked by you.</strong></p>
€ 143
Private tour: Walking Tour of Bologna the Doc
Get to know how Bologna's University came to birth and arose
During this walk we will take you to disvover the history and the birth thousand-year-old history of the Studium, founded during XXI century and its rise. You will see some beautiful heritage such as the monumental tombs of Glossatori and some places related to Alma Mater Studiorum namely Bologna Universisty. <br /><br />You will also see Guglielmo Marconi's birthplace (Marconi was awarded with a Nobel Prize and was the father of the radio communication), the Archiginnasio Building hosting the world biggest collection of coat of arms, Galvani Square with the monument dedicated to the scientist, Palazzo della Mercanzia, Palazzo Poggi to end up in Verdi Square.<br /><br />An unmissable walk to discover some of the most significant aspects of Bologna so called "La Dotta" The DOC
€ 133
6-Hour Guided E-Bike Tour from Cesenatico to Ravenna
The bike ride featuring natural and cultural beauty: birds, salt pans, mosaics
<p>Embarking on an ebike journey from Cesenatico to Ravenna unveils a captivating blend of natural splendor and cultural richness. As you pedal along the picturesque Adriatic coast, the gentle breeze carries the scent of the sea, and the vibrant colors of the beachfront create a mesmerizing backdrop. The route takes you through lush landscapes and quaint villages, offering a perfect balance of tranquility and adventure.</p><p>Heading inland, the journey introduces you to the enchanting world of birdlife at the Po Delta, a haven for avian enthusiasts. The diverse ecosystem of marshes and wetlands provides a sanctuary for a myriad of bird species, transforming your ride into a bird-watching delight. Flocks of flamingos, herons, and other migratory birds gracefully dance across the sky, creating a symphony of nature that accompanies your ebike adventure.</p><p>Continuing the ride, you approach the historic town of Cervia, renowned for its ancient salt pans. The shimmering salt flats glisten under the sun, showcasing the traditional method of salt harvesting that has been practiced for centuries. Take a moment to appreciate the intricate network of salt ponds, and perhaps even learn about the fascinating process of salt production that has shaped the local economy and culture.</p><p>The ebike journey unfolds its cultural tapestry as you reach Ravenna, a city steeped in history and adorned with breathtaking mosaics. Explore the UNESCO World Heritage Sites, such as the Basilica of San Vitale and the Mausoleum of Galla Placidia, where intricate mosaics tell tales of a bygone era. The dazzling colors and meticulous craftsmanship of these ancient artworks transport you back in time, providing a glimpse into the grandeur of Ravenna's past.</p><p>In the heart of Ravenna, the ebike adventure concludes with a sense of fulfillment, having traversed a route that seamlessly weaves together the natural beauty of the Adriatic coast, the serenity of the Po Delta, the cultural richness of Cervia's salt pans, and the historical splendor of Ravenna's mosaics. This itinerary not only offers a physical journey but also an immersive experience, where each pedal stroke uncovers a new layer of the region's multifaceted charm.</p>
€ 110
Parmigiano-Reggiano Factory Tour from Parma
Visit a traditional Parmigiano Reggiano cheese factory. Learn the origins of Parmigiano Reggiano cheese on a visit to a cheese factory in Parma.
<p>After the guide has briefly introduced the Parmigiano Reggiano historical outline we start our visit in the local “casello”. Here is where the milk is cooked inside “caldere” and the Parmigiano Reggiano comes out.</p>
<p>You’ll have the chance to visit the brine room and the aging room where it will be possible to “beat” the cheese as a Parmigiano Reggiano Consortium experts does. At the end of the visit there will be a tasting of three different aging of Parmigiano Reggiano with local red wine and and other typical Parmesan products.<br /> </p>
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€ 59
Ferrari Museum and Balsamic Vinegar Tasting tour
Immerse yourself in the Italian way of life and discover the enchanting Emilia Romagna region with this small group tour. Visit the Ferrari museum and taste the typical Balsamic Vinegar.
<p>First, you set off for your first stop at the world-famous Ferrari museum in Maranello. Learn about the history of Ferrari and live the dream through exhibitions of images, vintage cars and F1 single-seaters. The guide will lead you through the museum. Optionally you can have the chance to drive one of the most famous cars in the world. We proceed the tour reaching the Balsamic vinegar factory. The traditional balsamic vinegar, produced in the areas of Modena and Reggio Emilia, is known as Italy’s black gold. The visit begins outside the building where the balsamic vinegar is produced. The tour is going on with ancient black barrels. There are barrels made with different wood to give the right smell and taste to the balsamic vinegar. You’ll taste different vinegar with different aging, from 20 to 100 years old. The tour will end with an Emilia Romagna typical products tasting.</p>
€ 69
Private tour
Private Walking Tour of Jewish Bologna
Go back in time and relive the Jewish tradition of the city
Join this walk to discover some of the most important highlights of the Jewish presence in Bologna and some of the most significant places related to this history. <br /><br />The early evidences of the Jewish community in Bologna goes back to ancient times. During this walking tour we will go back on time to relive the major stages of the troubled presence of Jews in the city, discovering some of the most significant places of their presence. <br /><br />Our walk will take you to Casa Sforno, we will walk along Strada Maggiore in search of the Stumbling stones, the former Jewish Ghetto, Bocchi Palazzo, Al Cappello Rosso Hotel and of course the Synagogue.
€ 133
Ravenna, Rimini
Departure from: Bologna
Private tour
Private experience: Romagna Explorer
Start from Bologna by private car to Ravenna and Rimini. A memorable and all special day to discover places out of common paths
<p style="font-size:14px;line-height:1.6;color:rgb( 87 , 100 , 111 );margin-top:0.5em;margin-bottom:0.5em;margin-top:0.5em;margin-bottom:0.5em">The most exclusive way to discover some of the jewels in Romagna is by comforably leaving Bologna on a car driven by a private chafeur. Departure is set at your address in Bologna (at a hotel, accommodation facility or wherever you like in the city's urban area) to set off for Ravenna. The city of mosaics and Byzantine art, UNESCO heritage site as well as resting place for the supreme poet Dante is waiting for you. Around 10:30 am, upon your arrival our guide will be waiting for you to take you to discover this incredible city, with a walking tour of about two hours and 30 . The Mausoleum of Galla Placidia, the Basilica of Sant'Apollinare Nuovo, San Vitale will be just some of the most important sights you will get to discover during this walk through history. You will also have the opportunity to ask the guide to modify the itinerary in a way closer to your interests.</p><p style="font-size:14px;line-height:1.6;color:rgb( 87 , 100 , 111 );margin-top:0.5em;margin-bottom:0.5em;margin-top:0.5em;margin-bottom:0.5em"><br /></p><p style="font-size:14px;line-height:1.6;color:rgb( 87 , 100 , 111 );margin-top:0.5em;margin-bottom:0.5em;margin-top:0.5em;margin-bottom:0.5em">At the end of your visit, you can continue sightseeing freely or regain your strength with a free lunch at one of the city's many restaurants, before meeting your driver again and departing for Rimini. Departure time is set for 3 p.m. to arrive in Fellini's city around 4 p.m. Near the scenic Arch of Augustus, your guide will be waiting for you to set off to discover the Roman Ariminum, and see with your own eyes some important testimonies of different eras here and there in the city: The Arch of Augustus, Tiberius Bridge, Castel Sismondo are just some of the monuments you will have the opportunity to admire. If you are curious about the history of the city linked to the famous director Federico Fellini, the guide will also be able to take you to Borgo San Giuliano, a picturesque area of the city full of mural decorations that inspired the director of "La Dolce Vita."</p><p style="font-size:14px;line-height:1.6;color:rgb( 87 , 100 , 111 );margin-top:0.5em;margin-bottom:0.5em;margin-top:0.5em;margin-bottom:0.5em"><br /></p><p style="font-size:14px;line-height:1.6;color:rgb( 87 , 100 , 111 );margin-top:0.5em;margin-bottom:0.5em;margin-top:0.5em;margin-bottom:0.5em">Around 6:45 p.m. it will then be time to depart in your car to return to Bologna, at the address you indicated, with a wealth of memories and curiosities all to be shared.</p>
€ 750
Small Group Parma Ham Farm tour
Explore the secrets of Parma Ham and discover how each stage of the processing of this renowned Italian product takes place.
Get your tour and visit a farm in Parma to see how Parma Ham is made. Explore the secrets behind Prosciutto di Parma and learn how it goes through each phase to make this Italian well-known product. <br/>The tour starts with the pick up at the meeting point. Our driver will bring you to a farm in the Parma region. It is where porks are raised and the famous Prosciutto di Parma is made by the Italian ham masters. In this farm, you will be introduced to the process of ham making and the story that holds behind. <br/><br/>The process starts with the selection of pork legs, then comes salting. Salting is a very delicate process that must be done only by professionals. After salting, the hams rest for 2 or 3 months. You will also hear about the other phases of ham making: washing, drying, greasing, curing and the final step, branding. In the and enjoy parma ham with a glass of Malvasia dei Colli wine.
€ 69