Wine country · FARMS
The 7 best working wine farms you can book today, with what each costs, how long it runs and who it suits. Number one is top for a reason; start there.
Spend 9 to 10 hours with WSET-certified guides such as Luis, José, Pedro, or George, visiting family wineries in Amarante and the Douro Valley. Expect generous tastings, regional food, a fire-opened Vintage Port, and a one-hour private boat ride from Pinhão.
“Very organized & beautiful day trip from Porto. This is highly recommended.”
Travel from Porto to the Douro Valley in a small group of up to eight, stopping for breakfast, viewpoints, a traditional boat ride, two family-run wineries, generous DOC and Port tastings, and a vineyard lunch. Guides such as Job, Nuno, Cristobal, and Emanuel are praised for friendly local insight.
“We had a fantastic day. Job was our guide and he did a fantastic job. He was passionate and knowledgable about the area. He took us to a wonderful ‘locals’ coffee shop on the way with an incredible view across the Douro. Job was attentive and good company and he gave us plenty of time to explore at our own pace. Wine and honey tasting was fun and informative. The lunch was good too. Basically a great day out and would highly recommend.”
Ride an e-bike from Lanzerac Wine Estate into the Jonkershoek Valley with an English-speaking guide, stopping at two wine farms for tastings and shopping. Small groups of up to eight make the ride easy to manage. Guide Renaldo is noted for his friendly, careful help.
“Tour war gut, doch wurde aufgrund Platzmangel nur ein von zwei Weingütern besucht. Dies hätte man vorher durchaus besser organisieren können. Sonst war es jedoch eine super Tour mit einem guten freundlichen Guide und eine super Gruppe.”
Meet Alina at Fontanaro Organic Farm near Paciano for coffee, olive-oil and wine tasting, hands-on pasta making, tiramisu, and a buffet lunch. The class runs about three hours, welcomes children, and can accommodate gluten-free cooking with advance notice.
“Everything I expected and more…beautiful farm in the country, amazing food, and an incredible host patiently teaching us how to make delicious pasta and tiramisu. It was an amazing day”
Join Mike, Nicole, and their team for a five-and-a-half-hour bike ride through Mattituck’s farms, vineyards, and beaches. You’ll use a single or tandem bike, stop at two wineries and a long-running farm stand, taste olive oil and vinegar, and receive free professional photos.
“Great time! The day couldn’t have gone better. Delicious wine, beautiful views and we met a nice group of people.”
From Livorno port, Valerio, Nicoletta, Val, or another Tuscan Heart guide takes you to Pisa, medieval Lari, Castello dei Vicari, and a family farm dating to 1865. Expect private transport, countryside views, homemade pasta, wine tasting, and an optional €65 lunch.
“Dany and Miko were amazing! The tour started with a brief drive through Livorno and our guides had excellent information and made us want to return to the port city itself. Pisa was fun, however the highlight of the trip was the vineyard and the small town we visited. Dany showed us a small village that was seemingly untouched by tourists. It was quiet and beautiful with breathtaking views. The vineyard experience was wonderful as well. We were treated to a private meal and wine tasting. After the crowds on our cruise it was nice to sit with our family and have a nice conversation. The vineyard staff was kind…”
Visit Ancient Olympia with a private English-speaking driver, then choose between a honey farm, winery, olive oil stop, or nearby beach. George and Dimitri have helped shape flexible days for guests, with optional licensed guides available for the archaeological site.
“We thoroughly enjoyed our experience in Olympia and surrounding area. Our guide, George, was fantastic. He spoke English well and was eager to share his love of his community and country with us as well as lean about how we live. Visit the site of the original Olympic Games was fascinating and the honey farm charming.”
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