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Savor Italy: Parma to Napleswith 2foodtrippers

A delicious journey through Italy's most celebrated food regions, featuring authentic tastings and exclusive experiences curated with 2foodtrippers.

Italy

6 Days from

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Trip Code: SOG9571
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Essential Information
Duration
  • 6 Days
Activities
  • Touring
Accommodation
  • 5 nights in hotels
Meals
  • 2 Dinners
  • 1 Lunch
  • 5 Breakfasts
Difficulty Grading  
2 / 10

Adventure touring

Trip highlights

  • Travel from Parma to Naples with Daryl and Mindi Hirsch of 2foodtrippers, sharing their food stories and favourite finds.
  • Visit Parmigiano Reggiano and Parma ham producers, discover their traditional methods and taste these celebrated specialities at their source.
  • Discover the craftsmanship behind Modena’s traditional balsamic vinegar with an acetaia visit and tasting.
  • Explore Bologna’s historic Quadrilatero district on a guided market walk with local food tastings.
  • Taste authentic Neapolitan pizza on an evening crawl through several renowned pizzerias.
  • Visit a buffalo mozzarella farm in Campania and sample freshly made mozzarella.
  • Enjoy volcanic wines and a winery lunch on the slopes of Mount Vesuvius.
  • Discover the character of Parma, Bologna and Naples, with free time to explore and memorable meals shared with like-minded travellers.

Overview

Join renowned food and travel bloggers Daryl and Mindi Hirsch – the duo behind 2FoodTrippers – on an unforgettable six-day culinary adventure through Italy. From the artisanal cheese and ham producers of Parma to the street markets of Bologna and the legendary pizza of Naples, this journey celebrates Italy’s most iconic regional flavours.

Together with 2FoodTrippers, you’ll explore Italy’s diverse food landscapes, meet passionate local producers, and taste your way through the country’s culinary heartland ending beneath the slopes of Mount Vesuvius with wine, mozzarella, and southern Italian hospitality.

Itinerary

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Upon arrival at Bologna Airport, you will be met by a local English-speaking assistant and transferred by private coach to the elegant city of Parma, renowned throughout Italy for its rich culinary heritage. After checking in to your hotel, enjoy some free time to settle in, relax, or begin exploring Parma's charming historic centre at your own pace. This evening, gather with your fellow travellers for a welcome dinner at a local restaurant. Enjoy a traditional aperitivo followed by a delicious three-course meal, providing the perfect introduction to the flavours and gastronomic traditions that make this region famous worldwide. Accommodation: Starhotels Du Parc Included: Airport transfer, welcome aperitivo, 3-course welcome dinner

Meals: D

After breakfast, embark on a full-day culinary journey through the countryside surrounding Parma. Your first stop is a traditional Parmigiano Reggiano cheese factory, where you will discover the centuries-old methods used to produce Italy's most celebrated cheese. Learn about every stage of production before enjoying a tasting of authentic Parmigiano Reggiano. Continue to a renowned Parma ham producer, where you will gain insight into the careful curing process that has made Prosciutto di Parma famous around the world. Conclude your visit with a tasting of this regional delicacy before returning to Parma. The remainder of the evening is yours to enjoy at leisure. Accommodation: Starhotels Du Parc Included: Breakfast, Parmigiano Reggiano factory tour and tasting, Parma ham factory tour and tasting, private transportation

Meals: B

Following breakfast and check-out, travel towards Bologna, stopping in Modena along the way. Here, visit a traditional acetaia to learn about the meticulous ageing process behind authentic balsamic vinegar. Discover the history and craftsmanship involved before enjoying a tasting of this treasured regional specialty. Upon arrival in Bologna, check in to your hotel before setting out on a guided food-focused walking tour through the city's historic centre and vibrant markets. Explore the famous Quadrilatero district while sampling a variety of local delicacies and learning about Bologna's reputation as one of Italy's culinary capitals. Accommodation: Starhotels Excelsior Included: Breakfast, balsamic vinegar tour and tasting, Bologna market food tour with tastings, private transportation

Meals: B

This morning, board a high-speed train to Naples, the birthplace of pizza and one of Italy's most vibrant cities. Upon arrival, transfer to your hotel and enjoy some time to settle in before embarking on an unforgettable culinary experience. This evening, join a guided pizza crawl through Naples, visiting some of the city's most iconic pizzerias. Learn about the history of Neapolitan pizza while sampling a variety of authentic creations from several renowned establishments. This delicious experience offers a true taste of one of Italy's most beloved culinary traditions. Accommodation: Palazzo Salgar Included: Breakfast, train from Bologna to Naples, pizza tasting tour, transfers

Meals: B,D

Today, venture into the Campania countryside for a day dedicated to two of the region's most celebrated products. Begin with a visit to a traditional buffalo mozzarella farm, where you will learn how this famous cheese is crafted using time-honoured methods. Enjoy a tasting of fresh buffalo mozzarella while gaining insight into local agricultural traditions. Later, continue to a winery situated on the slopes of Mount Vesuvius. Here, discover the unique volcanic terroir that shapes the region's distinctive wines. Enjoy a guided wine tasting accompanied by a two-course lunch while taking in spectacular views of the surrounding landscape. Return to Naples in the afternoon, with the evening free to explore at your leisure. Accommodation:Palazzo Salgar (or similar) Included: Breakfast, buffalo mozzarella farm visit and tasting, winery visit, wine tasting, 2-course lunch, private transportation

Meals: B,L

This additional day in Naples is not included in the standard itinerary and is available as an optional add-on for travellers wishing to extend their stay and explore the city at their own pace. If you'd like this extension the price per person in a twin room is: 310 USD and 580 USD per person in a single room.

Meals: Nil

Enjoy your final hot buffet breakfast before checking out. A private coach will transfer you comfortably to Naples Airport for your onward journey. As your Italian culinary adventure comes to a close, take with you the flavours, aromas, and memories of an unforgettable exploration from Parma to Naples. Meals: Breakfast End of Services

Meals: B

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1 scheduled departure between 6 Jun 2027 and 6 Jun 2027.

  • Departs 6 Jun 2027 – ends 11 Jun 2027 (6 days)
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What's included?

Included

  • 5 nights comfortable accommodation in centrally located 4-star hotels
  • Daily hot buffet breakfasts
  • Welcome dinner in Parma with aperitivo
  • Guided food tastings and tours, including:
  • Parmigiano Reggiano cheese factory visit and tasting
  • Parma ham factory tour and tasting
  • Traditional balsamic vinegar tour in Modena
  • Bologna market walking tour with tastings
  • Buffalo mozzarella farm visit and tasting in Campania.
  • Pizza crawl and tasting tour in Naples
  • wine tasting and two-course lunch at Casa Setaro
  • Private air-conditioned coach transfers throughout as per itinerary
  • High-speed train Bologna–Naples (2nd class ticket)
  • English-speaking local assistants and guides
  • Whisper headsets for the duration of the tour
  • Arrival and departure airport transfers

Not included

  • Any drinks during meals
  • Items of a personal nature
  • Travel insurance - mandatory
  • Tips and gratuities
  • Visa if required
  • Meals not specified in the itinerary.
  • porterage
  • optional day in Naples

About your guide

For Daryl and Mindi Hirsch, food is at the heart of discovering a destination. The duo behind 2foodtrippers have built their award-winning work around exploring local flavours, seeking out memorable places to eat and bringing the stories behind those experiences to life. Their blend of practical food guides, personal storytelling and culinary curiosity earned them Saveur magazine’s Best Travel Blog award.

Their enthusiasm spans everything from a freshly baked pastry or a neighbourhood pizza joint to an exceptional restaurant meal. They bring an approachable perspective to food travel, celebrating the everyday dishes and local traditions that make a place distinctive.

On this journey from Parma to Naples, Daryl and Mindi will share their favourite finds, food stories and love of Italian cuisine as you meet producers, explore markets and taste regional specialities together. Expect good conversation, shared discoveries and plenty of memorable moments around the table.

Extra trip info

Starhotels Du Parc - Parma

Starhotels Du Parc Parma

The Starhotels Du Parc is an elegant hotel with refined Art Nouveau interiors, located in Parma, near Parco Ducale.

Starhotels Excelsior

Starhotels Excelsior Bologna

Strategically located opposite the Bologna Train Station and only 2 km from BolognaFiere Exhibition Centre, the Starhotels Excelsior blends classic style and contemporary taste. The marvelous city porticoes, that cover 38 km (24 miles) only in historic center, is now part of UNESCO World Heritage Site.

Palazzo Salgar - Naples

Palazzo Salgar

A cosy stay in the heart of a city with a thousand facets: Naples. The modern and functional rooms, attention to detail and a strong customer focus make Palazzo Salgar the ideal place to enjoy a nice relaxing time or to organise business trips.

Responsible Travel

At AMP Libearty Bear Sanctuary in Romania, rescued brown bears are given a second chance to live as they should—free to roam, forage and explore within a protected forest environment. The sanctuary provides lifelong care for bears rescued from captivity, offering a safe haven for animals that can no longer survive in the wild. Support for this project helps provide nutritious food, expert veterinary care and ongoing habitat management, ensuring every bear can live in dignity and comfort. The sanctuary also plays an important role in raising awareness about wildlife welfare, ethical tourism and the lasting impacts of animal exploitation.

Your support will help care for Jimmy, one of the sanctuary’s rescued residents. For 11 years, Jimmy was confined to a small concrete cage at a bread factory, deprived of the opportunity to behave naturally. Since his rescue, he has experienced the freedom of a natural forest habitat for the first time, feeling the earth beneath his paws and living alongside other rescued bears. By contributing to Jimmy’s ongoing care, you are helping transform the life of an individual animal while supporting the broader mission of protecting bears from cruelty and promoting compassionate wildlife conservation.

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