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Unleash the Passion: A Bologna Incentive Trip of Speed and Taste
For your top performers, only one destination delivers an incentive trip with the dual thrill of horsepower and culinary perfection: Bologna, the vibrant capital of Italy’s Emilia-Romagna region.
Lets look at the Top Incentives in Bologna!
This is the land of Motor Valley and the Food Valley, offering an exclusive, high-octane experience that blends legendary Italian engineering with the most exquisite, authentic cuisine in the world. This is an immersion in passion, precision, and pleasure that will be an unforgettable reward for your team.
Top Incentives in Bologna!
Day 1: The Pulse of Italian Speed (Bologna & Maranello)
The day begins by diving into Italy’s engineering heritage, promising a heart-pounding experience for every team member.
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Morning: Ducati Factory & Museum Tour (Bologna) The journey starts in Bologna itself at the home of the legendary crimson machines. Enjoy an exclusive, behind-the-scenes tour of the Ducati factory, witnessing the assembly of world-class motorbikes from raw metal to roaring machine. The museum tour provides a look at the racing legacy and design evolution that has made Ducati an icon.
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Lunch: Traditional Bolognese Trattoria Return to Bologna for an authentic taste of “La Grassa” (The Fat One). Lunch will feature handmade pasta like tortellini en brodo and tagliatelle al ragù—the original Bolognese sauce—in a classic, highly-rated trattoria.
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Afternoon: The House of the Prancing Horse (Maranello & Modena) Transfer to Maranello for a pilgrimage to the home of Ferrari. Your team will explore the official museum and perhaps experience a factory and circuit bus tour.
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The Ultimate Thrill: Arrange for a private Ferrari test drive on the roads around Maranello. Let your top talent get behind the wheel of a Portofino or 488, feeling the raw power of Italian engineering.
Day 2: The Art of Aging (Modena & The Hills)
Today, we slow down the pace from high speed to the slow perfection of world-renowned food artistry in Modena and the surrounding hills.
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Morning: The King of Cheese: Parmigiano Reggiano Start with an early-morning private visit to an authentic caseificio (cheese dairy) near Modena. Your group will witness the incredible, ancient process of crafting Parmigiano Reggiano from milk to the famous, giant wheels. The tour culminates in a decadent tasting of the cheese at various ages (12, 24, 36 months), accompanied by local honeycomb and balsamic vinegar.
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Late Morning: Aceto Balsamico Tradizionale di Modena Next, visit a centuries-old Acetaia (balsamic vinegar house) in Modena. Discover the secrets of Traditional Balsamic Vinegar of Modena DOP, aged in a unique series of wooden barrels for 12, 25, or even 50 years. The tasting—sampling this “black gold” from a spoon—is a revelation of sweet, complex flavor.
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Afternoon: Wine, Olives, and the Sunset Head into the picturesque Bolognese hills for a final, relaxing immersion in the land’s bounty.
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Olive Oil Tasting: Visit a local estate with olive groves and vineyards for an educational tasting of exquisite Extra Virgin Olive Oil (EVO). Learn the nuances of fruitiness, bitterness, and pungency that distinguish Italy’s liquid gold.
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Wine Tasting & Farewell Dinner: A private guided wine tasting of regional wines, like the sparkling red Lambrusco or the structured local Pignoletto. The experience concludes with a gourmet dinner on the estate, pairing the regional wines with local charcuterie, fresh pasta, and an atmosphere of ultimate dolce vita.
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Today, we slow down the pace from high speed to the slow perfection of world-renowned food artistry in Modena and the surrounding hills.
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Morning: The King of Cheese: Parmigiano Reggiano Start with an early-morning private visit to an authentic caseificio (cheese dairy) near Modena. Your group will witness the incredible, ancient process of crafting Parmigiano Reggiano from milk to the famous, giant wheels. The tour culminates in a decadent tasting of the cheese at various ages (12, 24, 36 months), accompanied by local honeycomb and balsamic vinegar.
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Late Morning: Aceto Balsamico Tradizionale di Modena Next, visit a centuries-old Acetaia (balsamic vinegar house) in Modena. Discover the secrets of Traditional Balsamic Vinegar of Modena DOP, aged in a unique series of wooden barrels for 12, 25, or even 50 years. The tasting—sampling this “black gold” from a spoon—is a revelation of sweet, complex flavor.
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Afternoon: Wine, Olives, and the Sunset Head into the picturesque Bolognese hills for a final, relaxing immersion in the land’s bounty.
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Olive Oil Tasting: Visit a local estate with olive groves and vineyards for an educational tasting of exquisite Extra Virgin Olive Oil (EVO). Learn the nuances of fruitiness, bitterness, and pungency that distinguish Italy’s liquid gold.
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Wine Tasting & Farewell Dinner: A private guided wine tasting of regional wines, like the sparkling red Lambrusco or the structured local Pignoletto. The experience concludes with a gourmet dinner on the estate, pairing the regional wines with local charcuterie, fresh pasta, and an atmosphere of ultimate dolce vita.
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Why Bologna? The Incentive Edge
Bologna is an incentive destination that appeals equally to adrenaline-seekers and epicureans. It provides a seamless blend of:
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Exclusivity: Private factory tours and artisanal producer visits are highly exclusive and only available through specialized arrangements.
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Dual Passion: The unique combination of the “Motor Valley” and “Food Valley” ensures there is a high-value, high-interest experience for every personality on your team.
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Authenticity: This itinerary focuses on genuine, family-run producers and legendary, historic brands, moving beyond typical tourist traps to deliver a truly authentic Italian reward.
This incentive trip offers a blend of performance and pleasure—a perfect mirror for the hard work and success of your team.
Check out Panoptic’s The Event Makers on YouTube, where you can see some videos about this amazing country and all it has to offer the MICE industry.
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