We want to do a SELF GUIDED trip that STARTS in Parma and ENDS in Bologna the last week of September - potentially the 24th or 25th. Is that possible?

To date I'm not able to confirm a departure date for the Guided Tour Culinary wonders in Emilia Romagna for the month of July. For this self guided tour we already have people booked on the departures of 17th and 19th September. In our Self guided tour classic version you'll meet our staff on your arrival day at the booked hotel for a welcome briefing and bike fitting.

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Cycling Emilia-Romagna’s Culinary Wonders - Guided Tour

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From Parma to Bologna

4.7

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Operator: BikesPlus Travel
Bicycle: Pedal-powered journeys for two-wheeled explorers
Group Tour: Join a group and forge lifelong friendships
Fully Guided: An experienced guide will be with you for the entire tour
Medium Intensity: Travelers should be comfortable with somewhat-demanding activities
Guided in English
Group Size 6 - 16
All Ages Welcome

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Itinerary

Day 1
Parma
Meals
Dinner (Welcome dinner with local guides)
Accommodation
Hotel (Hotel du Parc)
Included Activities
- Bike fitting
- Welcome dinner with local guides
Optional Activities
- Afternoon stroll through Parma historic center
- Taste prosciutto crudo and Parmesan cheese at a piazza table
Landmarks
Parma Historic Center
Day 2
Parma
Meals
Breakfast
Accommodation
Hotel (Hotel du Parc)
Included Activities
- Cycling tour to Torrechiara Castle (49 km, 30 miles)
- Visit to Torrechiara Castle
Optional Activities
- Lunch tasting of local cured prosciutto and salame
- Dinner at restaurant recommended by tour leaders
- Evening activities in Parma
Landmarks
Torrechiara Castle
Day 3
Parma to Reggio-Emilia
Meals
Breakfast
Accommodation
Cottage (Agriturismo La Razza)
Included Activities
- Cycling tour through farmland and villages (50 km, 31 miles)
- Visit to regional capital of Reggio-Emilia
- Agriturismo stay with access to Parmesan cheese and balsamic vinegar factory
Optional Activities
- Farmer's market visit in Reggio-Emilia (when open)
Landmarks
Reggio-Emilia
Day 4
Reggio-Emilia to Castelvetro di Modena
Meals
Breakfast
Accommodation
Hotel (Hotel Guerro)
Included Activities
- Guided tour of traditional Parmesan cheese factory with tasting
- Cycling tour to Castelvetro di Modena (63 km, 38.5 miles)
Optional Activities
- Ferrari Museum visit in Maranello
- Evening stroll through Castelvetro di Modena
- Dinner near the piazza
Landmarks
Maranello - Ferrari Factory
Castelvetro di Modena
Day 5
Castelvetro di Modena
Meals
Breakfast
Accommodation
Hotel (Hotel Guerro)
Included Activities
- Guided visit and tasting at family-run balsamic vinegar mill
Optional Activities
- Optional loop ride to Modena (51 km, 32 miles)
- Explore Modena's historic town center
- Visit Duomo and Ghirlandina medieval tower
- Browse covered outdoor market
- Gelato stop
Landmarks
Modena Duomo
Ghirlandina Tower
Day 6
Castelvetro di Modena to Bologna
Meals
Breakfast, Dinner (Cooking class dinner - prepare and enjoy a traditional meal with a local Bologna chef)
Accommodation
Hotel (Hotel Il Guercino)
Included Activities
- Cycling tour to Bologna (49 km, 31 miles)
- Cooking class dinner with local Bologna chef
Optional Activities
- Explore Bologna's medieval center
Landmarks
Bologna Medieval Center
Day 7
Bologna
Meals
Breakfast
Optional Activities
- Extended stay in Bologna
- Further exploration of Bologna and surrounding region

Landmarks
Parma Historic Center

Landmarks
Torrechiara Castle

Landmarks
Reggio-Emilia

Landmarks
Maranello - Ferrari Factory
Castelvetro di Modena

Landmarks
Modena Duomo
Ghirlandina Tower

Landmarks
Bologna Medieval Center

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Flights
Guide
Insurance
Optional
Additional Services

Where You'll Stay

All accommodations are subject to change

Hotel du Parc
Hotel
Days 1, 2
Agriturismo La Razza
Cottage
day 3
Hotel Guerro
Hotel
Days 4, 5
Hotel Il Guercino
Hotel
day 6

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BikesPlus Travel

4.7

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Number of tours

Age Range

3 to 90 years old

Response time

within 1 day

Response rate

100%

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Cancellation Policy

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Tour Operator
4.7

Jeanette
January 18th, 2026
5.0
This was the second BikesPlusTravel self guided tour we’ve done and have booked another this year along with 7...
This was the second BikesPlusTravel self guided tour we’ve done and have booked another this year along with 7 friends. They are extremely well organised and we loved having the freedom to take our time if we wished. The only thing about this tour was the month in which we chose to do it. We were cycling in 44 degree heat which was not pleasant - so suggest others avoid June unless you really enjoy the heat. Excited about our next trip to cycle the Dolomites!Show more
Carrie
May 1st, 2025
5.0
We took this 5 day self-guided tour with another couple from Bologna to Parma in early April. It was absolutely...
We took this 5 day self-guided tour with another couple from Bologna to Parma in early April. It was absolutely fantastic! (Gorgeous countryside, Parmigiano Reggiano & balsamic vinegar tours so interesting, food & activity recommendations spot on). Cycle Europe staff was incredibly organized, responsive, consistent and kind. The hotels they booked for us were wonderful - their locations with great walking access to the best of each city. The bikes were in perfect condition, GPS directions clear, and luggage transport was smooth. I highly recommend this company and would book them again in a heartbeat!Show more
Kevin
April 25th, 2025
5.0
Great trip ... excellent guides and fantastic scenery... would highly recommend Cycle Europe!

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Melissa
Asked on May 29th, 2023
We want to do a SELF GUIDED trip that STARTS in Parma and ENDS in Bologna the last week of September - potentially the 24th or 25th. Is that possible?
Tour Details
- BikesPlus TravelOperator•Written May 2023
  To date I'm not able to confirm a departure date for the Guided Tour Culinary wonders in Emilia Romagna for the month of July. For this self guided tour we already have people booked on the departures of 17th and 19th September. In our Self guided tour classic version you'll meet our staff on your arrival day at the booked hotel for a welcome briefing and bike fitting.

From

US $2,514 per person

Price based on Cheapest Room

Price based on Shared Room

Price based on Private Single Room

Price based on Private Double Room

Select Date

1 Adult2 Adults, 1 Child2 Children

Best price guarantee Learn More

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- For any tour departing before July 17th, 2026 a full payment is necessary. For tours departing after July 17th, 2026, a minimum payment of $450 is required to confirm your booking with BikesPlus Travel. The final payment will be automatically charged to your credit card on the designated due date. The final payment of the remaining balance is required at least 90 days prior to the departure date of your tour. TourRadar never charges you a booking fee and will charge you in the stated currency.
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Cycling Emilia-Romagna’s Culinary Wonders - Guided Tour

Itinerary

Parma

Included Activities

Optional Activities

Parma

Included Activities

Optional Activities

Parma to Reggio-Emilia

Included Activities

Optional Activities

Reggio-Emilia to Castelvetro di Modena

Included Activities

Optional Activities

Castelvetro di Modena

Included Activities

Optional Activities

Castelvetro di Modena to Bologna

Included Activities

Optional Activities

Bologna

Optional Activities

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