Published on Oct, 2024

We really enjoyed this interesting and beautiful tour around the Modena countryside. Unfortunately it was raining pretty hard the day we went, but our guide Alice couldn’t have been more flexible and accommodating. She suggested we do it by car instead and planned a custom experience for my husband and I, She was an excellent guide…super friendly and very knowledgeable about the process of making cheese/balsamic and the history/culture of the area. Plus the tastings were fantastic. Highly recommend!

Published on Sep, 2024

Wonderful bike ride through beautiful countryside with our friendly guide Simone. We visited a Parmigiano Reggiano factory and were able to see all the steps of production and aging, and then taste different ages of cheese. We then biked more and visited a wonderful couple who make traditional balsamico for the consortium as well as for themselves. We received good explanations about how the balsamico is made, and we were able to taste different ones up to 40 years old. It was a great experience.

Published on Jul, 2024

Rolling down the beautiful hills overseeing the picturesque landscape with the breeze in the face was fantastic. Of course the Balsamic Vinegar tour was exceptional- learning about the history and how it is part of family tradition in the region and the care and decades that it takes to make a good quality natural vinegar. And wonderful guides who made us feel very comfortable.

Published on Jul, 2024

Amazing experience! I (40ish) went with My teenage son and father (70+) and it was one of the most memorable parts of our trip in Italy. The scenery is amazing and the tour has a very private feel. It exceeded my expectations. Here are some details that might help: Difficulty: low/moderate. I exercise regularly, but had not been on a bike in years. The ride was somewhat strenuous when climbing the hills, but overall not bad with the Ebike assist. My father rides an Ebike regularly and found it moderately difficult. Transportation: We did not rent a car, so we asked to be picked up from our hotel. It did cost extra, but was very reasonable, either the same or less than the cost of a taxi. Guides: Did an outstanding job! They lead and tail during the ride to help ensure safety during the ride (some of it is on streets). They were patient, helped to carry water and the things we purchased, and offered to take pictures for us. They were very knowledgeable and were excellent English speakers (we speak no Italian) Overall, this was a phenomenal experience and I would not hesitate to do it again. Thank you!!

Published on Jun, 2024

After expert gravel riding in Tuscany we struggled to locate high end road and gravel bikes plus mountain bikes in the Emilia Romana region and were relieved to locate Mud & Snow, Alice and her brother Francesco. We did an incredible bike ride to Montalbano. In addition, on a separate half day, Alice arranged a fantastic tour of one of the top cheese makers in the region. Be sure to start there in the morning, or you will miss the production of the days milk into cheese. Next we went to the family maker of the famous balsamic vinegar, where we had an amazing spread of snacks to sample the product. Of course we bought a bottle of each the blend and special juniper barrel vintage 25 year old (!) - delicious result. Finally, we visited a small family winery that produces the regions famous Lambrusco. Five different types, served with charcuterie. Again all was very delicious. Alice Drove us on our tour and gave us many additional intimate insights of the region along the way. She is expert in languages and was a pleasure to converse with, being in direct contact with us via WhatsApp as well. Highly recommend! Magic!