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    Small-Group Tortellini Class Bologna
    Food, Nightlife, Small Group Tours

    Small-Group Tortellini Class Bologna

    Steal the secrets of Bologna's most iconic pasta straight from its creators. Learn how to fold the perfect Tortellino and taste the unique flavour of a thousand years of Italian history. Immerse yourself in the Italian culinary tradition and discover a new side of Bologna. Cooking courses are an enjoyable way to learn new recipes, especially when it's with a local expert. Warm-up with a typical Italian Aperitivo (Prosecco and nibbles) and then continue with the class about Tortellini - one of the most typical regional dishes. Roll out the dough, carefully shape fill your pasta parcels together with your host and discover the hidden secrets of the Italian cuisine. After the lesson, have a delightful lunch or dinner, where you'll taste the fruits of your labour! Important information This experience will be held in a local's home and for privacy reasons, you will only receive the full address of your host after you have booked. Inclusions: Meal Aperitif Wine Water Coffee Cooking class Exclusions: Transport Important Info: N/A Redeem Info: VOCUHERLESS - Printed voucher or E-voucher. Print and bring the voucher or show the voucher on your mobile device to enjoy the activity.
    Explore the Lamborghini and Ferrari Museums with Lunch - Private Tour
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    Explore the Lamborghini and Ferrari Museums with Lunch - Private Tour

    On this tour you will discover all the secrets of Italy's most famous luxury cars on a journey through the past, present and future of the most coveted car brands. The Lamborghini Museum has now become the Museum of Technology , where the fascinating history of the car models tells of more than fifty years of innovation that have propelled Lamborghini into the future. The Mudetec offers an interactive experience, also thanks to the new driving simulator, which enhances the emotion and discovery of the cars on display, from the first visionary creations of Ferruccio Lamborghini's genius, such as the Miura and the Countach, to the most recent and exclusive super sports cars, such as the Asterion hybrid concept, the Centenario, the Huracán Performante and the Aventador SVJ. This is followed by a visit to the Ferrari Museum in Maranello, where you can relive the birth of a dream through the story of the Prancing Horse and its founder, told in a unique and engaging way. The tour takes you to the Fiorano circuit , where racing and road cars have been tested since 1972, and to the Ferrari Citadel*, the heart of the factory where all the cars are made. An architectural complex with a carefully preserved historical part, starting with the entrance hall, which has remained unchanged since
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    Explore the Ferrari Factory and Museums - Full-Day Tour
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    Explore the Ferrari Factory and Museums - Full-Day Tour

    Experience a full day in contact with the myth. The private transfer will pick you up at your hotel and take you to Maranello, where you will visit the Ferrari Museum , where you will be immersed in the history of the Prancing Horse, from its creation and evolution to the present day. Board a minibus for a guided tour of the Ferrari factory and the Pista di Fiorano, the Ferrari test track. Enjoy an excellent lunch at a typical Emilian agritourism in the countryside before concluding your tour at the Casa Museo Enzo Ferrari in Modena . Discover the exciting and fascinating story of the genius Enzo Ferrari, from his childhood to his success. Admire the cars on display and visit some of the rooms in the house where the founder of Ferrari was born. The Ferrari Full Day is the perfect tour for motoring enthusiasts and anyone who wants to learn more about the man who changed motoring history forever. A private transfer will pick you up directly from your hotel and take you throughout the day. Don't miss out on this unforgettable adventure!
    Explore the Lamborghini and Ferrari Museums with Lunch - Small Group Tour
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    Explore the Lamborghini and Ferrari Museums with Lunch - Small Group Tour

    Spend a fantastic day in the heart of Motor Valley and discover the history of the most iconic brands. Discover the history of iconic cars made in Italy. At the Lamborghini Museum , you will admire models from the very first, such as the Miura and Countach, to the ultimate and most exclusive, such as the Aventador SVJ. The next stop is the Ferrari Museum in Maranello , where you can relive the history of the Prancing Horse. At the end of the tour you will stop at a local restaurant for a tasty lunch with typical products. Book your spot today and get ready for an amazing experience!
    Discover Ravenna Unesco Sites - Small Group Tour
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    Discover Ravenna Unesco Sites - Small Group Tour

    Visit Ravenna with a walk through its fascinating historic centre, discover UNESCO sites with an expert guide and admire the art of mosaic. Your adventure begins as soon as you arrive at Bologna train station, where you'll set off on your own to explore . When you arrive in Ravenna, you'll be greeted by your friendly guide right in the heart of the city, on Piazza San Francesco
    7. It's just a short 10-minute stroll from the train station, so you won't have to go far to meet them. The site is of outstanding universal value, being of remarkable importance because of the supreme artistry of the mosaic art that the monuments contain, and also because of the crucial evidence that they provide of artistic and religious relations and contacts during an important period of European cultural history. This is how Unesco described its motivation for inscribing eight monuments in Ravenna on the World Heritage List. Discover the eternal beauty of the mosaics guarded in some of Ravenna's most famous Unesco monuments on a guided tour that starts from Piazza San Francesco and takes you through the city centre to several Unesco monuments. Don't miss out on this unforgettable experience!
    Discover the Pagani, Lamborghini and Ferrari Museums - Full-Day Tour
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    Discover the Pagani, Lamborghini and Ferrari Museums - Full-Day Tour

    Discover the history of three iconic Made in Italy cars. At the Lamborghini Museum, you will admire models from the very first, such as the Miura and Countach, to the ultimate and most exclusive, such as the Aventador SVJ. Afterwards, visit the Ferrari Museum in Maranello, where you can relive the history of the Prancing Horse. Finally, enjoy the real motoring experience with a group tour of the Pagani factory. You will also visit the museum. During the tour you will also stop at a local restaurant for a tasty lunch with typical products. Don't miss out on this unique experience!
    Discover a Parma Cheese and Ham Factory with Tastings - Full-Day Tour
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    Discover a Parma Cheese and Ham Factory with Tastings - Full-Day Tour

    A fantastic experience in the heart of Food Valley to discover two world-class products: Parmigiano Reggiano and Parma ham . Our private driver will pick you up from your hotel in Bologna or Modena and take you to a dairy where you will see how the famous Parmigiano Reggiano is made and learn about its complex process and characteristics. At the end of the visit, you will enjoy a tasting of different types of Parmigiano Reggiano. Afterwards, you will visit a Parma ham producer , where you will learn about the different stages in the production of this famous product. Before returning to your hotel with our driver, enjoy a light lunch at the Prosciuttificio with typical products and dishes. Book now and experience the thrill for yourself!
    Food and Wine Tasting in Emilia Romagna - Full-Day Tour
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    Food and Wine Tasting in Emilia Romagna - Full-Day Tour

    A unique experience to visit and touch the production of the gastronomic excellence of Emilia such as Parmigiano Reggiano, Lambrusco and the famous balsamic vinegar. A food and wine tour that will allow you to discover the production processes of local excellence, starting from the raw materials. The tour begins with a guided visit to a cheese factory , where you will discover how milk is transformed into a wheel of Parmigiano Reggiano, one of the most appreciated cheeses in the world. Then you will visit an ancient vinegar factory where the precious "Oro Nero" is produced, which you will be able to taste at the end of the tour. Finally, you will visit a small winery nestled in the hills, where you will learn about its history and the grape varieties used to make the famous local wines. Learn about the different methods of wine making and taste the end result! Visit local family-run farms and discover the "behind the scenes" production of world-renowned products such as Parmigiano-Reggiano cheese, Balsamic Vinegar of Modena, Lambrusco and Pignoletto wines. Three guided tours with tastings prepared directly by the producers and a typical lunch. Don't miss out on this unforgettable experience!
    Small-Group Street Food Tour in Bologna
    Food, Nightlife, Small Group Tours

    Small-Group Street Food Tour in Bologna

    Dive into Italy like a local foodie. Explore your Cesarina host's most trusted artisanal food shops, tasting as you go. Visit a selection of small local shops, learn about the typical products of the city while tasting them. A delicious way to discover Italy and its gastronomy! Street food tasting tour Explore your Cesarina host's most trusted artisanal food shops Sample some typical street food staples Do some sightseeing as you walk from tasting to tasting Small-group tour with a maximum of 12 people for an authentic food experience This experience is held by Cesarine, the oldest Italy’s network of home cooks available in more than 500 cities all over the country. Cesarine stands for "home cook", they are passionate and welcoming local hosts that open the doors of their own homes to curious travellers for immersive culinary experiences. The Cesarine serve only local specialities from their family cookbooks to tell the great story of their traditional regional cuisine. Inclusions: Food Tasting Guide Exclusions: Transport Important Info: N/A Redeem Info: VOCUHERLESS - Printed voucher or E-voucher. Print and bring the voucher or show the voucher on your mobile device to enjoy the activity.
    Discover Bologna's Historical Centre with Food Tasting - Private Tour
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    Discover Bologna's Historical Centre with Food Tasting - Private Tour

    Discover the gastronomy of Bologna with a private guide who will accompany you through the streets of the city centre. You will discover and taste the typical products, while the guide will tell you anecdotes about Bologna's cuisine. A walk through Bologna's lively markets, which date back to the Middle Ages , to discover all the specialities of Bologna and the Food Valley of which it is the capital. The tour will allow you to visit the historic places where Bolognese delicacies are born, passing through the Quadrilatero market , where the most historic shops of the city are located. Explore some of the city's picturesque squares and splendid buildings and discover the typical flavours and tastes of Bologna's culinary tradition. Stroll through the centre of Bologna with your local guide, admiring the city's most characteristic monuments and discovering its history. In the warm and dynamic atmosphere of Bologna's historical centre, let yourself be carried away by the scents and flavours of Bologna's culinary tradition, tasting local and traditional products. Book your spot today and get ready for an amazing experience!
    The Lamborghini Museum - Ticket
    Guided Tours, History, Museums

    The Lamborghini Museum - Ticket

    The fascinating history, iconic models and tours of the production lines inside the Automobili Lamborghini Museum reveal 60 years of innovation that are projecting Lamborghini into the future. From the first visionary creations of the genius of Ferruccio Lamborghini, such as the Miura and the Countach , followed by the more recent and exclusive super sports cars like the Huracán Performante, the Aventador SVJ , and the few-offs Centenario, Sesto Elemento and Veneno , to arrive today with the first Lamborghinis with hybrid technology, the Sian and Countach LPI 800-
    4. The Automobili Lamborghini Museum offers an interactive experience, also provided by the new driving simulator that amplifies the emotions and discovery of the vehicles on display. Opening hours From 1 October to 30 April, from
    Wine Experience in Colli Bolognesi - Private Tour
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    Wine Experience in Colli Bolognesi - Private Tour

    Spend a day among the vineyards that dot the green landscape of the Colli Bolognesi. Let us guide you in the discovery of the local wines, from their production to the table, tasting them together with great traditional products! A few kilometres from the city centre, the green hills above Bologna are rich in history and famous for their typical products. In fact, not everyone knows that the hills above Bologna have been crossed by pilgrims and merchants on their way to Tuscany for many centuries. There are ancient hermitages and sanctuaries, very suggestive hidden paths immersed in the green, including the famous Via degli Dei that connects Bologna to Florence, and it is among these hills that Pignoletto wine is produced. This is an area of extraordinary natural, historical and cultural wealth, renowned throughout the world for the quality of its food and wine . With a great variety of altitudes, soils and microclimates, it is a land dedicated to the production of quality wines, from the great red wines that have made this area famous all over the world, to Pignoletto, which finds here the place from which it takes its name. A food and wine tour that will introduce you to the excellent producers of the area and, with the convenience of a private transfer, you will be able to enjoy the breathtaking panorama that these splendid hills have to offer. During the tour you will discover two historic wineries in the hills of Bologna, visit the vineyards and observe the stages of wine production. During the visit you will also taste local wines accompanied by a selection of traditional Bolognese dishes. To round off your discovery of these picturesque hills, you will have lunch in a delicious typical trattoria , where you will discover the flavours of the territory and tradition. Book your spot today and get ready for an amazing experience!
    Discover the Ferrari VIP Experience - Full-Day Private Tour
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    Discover the Ferrari VIP Experience - Full-Day Private Tour

    An incredible tour that immerses you in the world of Ferrari for a day, including lunch at Il Cavallino, prepared by chef Massimo Bottura, and the chance to test a Ferrari on the road. Spend a full day immersed in the Ferrari legend. This incredible tour will take you to the Ferrari Museum in Maranello , where you will have the opportunity to relive the history of the Prancing Horse and try out the Ferrari F1 simulator. This is followed by a guided shuttle tour of the Cittadella Ferrari* , during which the guide will provide information about the factory, the history of the Fiorano circuit and the Cittadella Ferrari itself, which still retains the original entrance door to the factory. After this journey through the brand's history, it's time to feel the power of the Prancing Horse! For an unforgettable experience, drive in a Ferrari on the streets of Maranello**. At the end of the day, enjoy a sumptuous lunch at the Cavallino restaurant , prepared by the famous chef Massimo Bottura. Don't miss out on this unforgettable adventure! Included Hotel pick up and drop off from Bologna or Modena Private vehicle and driver at disposal Entrance to the Ferrari Museum in Maranello Ferrari F1 Simulator (10min) Guided shuttle tour of the Cittadella Ferrari* Ferrari Road Test drive with a Ferrari California or similar (10min)** Important information - There may be restrictions *Shuttle tour of the Cittadella Ferrari is not available for children under 3 years old. **Test drive with European license: 19 years old, minimum 1 year of license. Test drive with extra-European license: 19 years old, minimum 1 year of license + International License. The Ferrari F1 Simulator is available from 150cm height.
    Explore Bologna with the Food Tasting Box Pass Card
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    Explore Bologna with the Food Tasting Box Pass Card

    Welcome to one of the most popular European cities for visitors from all over the world, famous for its exquisite food. You can visit Bologna and discover its secrets, following the scents of the food through 7 typical tastings to be done independently and at your own pace! Take as many breaks as you like to take selfies, get lost in the hidden streets or walk around with your nose in the air, admiring the beauty of Bologna's porticoes. The first self-guided tour in Bologna to discover food and culture at your own pace! The Bologna Food Tasting Box contains 7 vouchers to be used during your stay in selected shops in the historic centre for a complete gastronomic experience. It also includes a handy map of the city with a suggested itinerary to reach 11 of its main attractions, which you can discover by scanning the QR code with your smartphone. Enjoy your journey!
    Private Cooking Class in a Sfoglina's House
    Guided Tours

    Private Cooking Class in a Sfoglina's House

    The art of making fresh pasta starts at home, on the kitchen table. Learning to cook in the home of a real local Sfoglina is a wonderful way to get to know the true Bolognese tradition. The Sfogline are traditionally the women who used to roll out the puff pastry with a rolling pin and cook for their families. In this Bolognese cooking class you will learn how to make real sfoglia, the fresh egg pasta typical of Bologna. Try your hand at making the iconic Bolognese sauce for your tagliatelle. Learn how to prepare local recipes and discover the secrets of regional cuisine . After class, you can enjoy lunch and/or dinner at the Sfoglina's home, tasting the fruits of your labour accompanied by local wines. The Bolognese cooking course is private and only your group will take part. A member of our staff will welcome you at the meeting point and accompany you to the Sfoglina's house in the centre of Bologna Book your course now and learn how to prepare these delicious local dishes!

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