REVIEWS · FARMS
This is the shortlist you would send a friend before they booked flights: 15 farm & vineyard visits worth the money anywhere in the world, with the price, the traveller verdict and the one thing to know first.
Explore Vinho Verde and Douro wine country from Porto with tastings, farm-to-table food, a private boat ride, and expert guides.
“Lou was just FAB. BEST EVER DAY TRIP WE HAVE EVER HAD”
Escape Sorrento for a family farm tour with lemon groves, olive oil, limoncello, wine, tastings, and a generous farm-to-table lunch.
“Such a great experience. Local farm eating produce made and grown on farm. Fantastic experience would highly recommend”
Review of Melbourne’s Yarra Valley tour with wine, strawberries, chocolate, lunch, and optional gin, including costs, timing, and practical tips.
“Stefan was an excellent guide and we had a great time at all the wine and gin tasting spots. The morning cheese tasting and Sparkles the dog at the dairy farm were easily the highlights.”
Make pizza at a Sorrento family farm, with local wine, limoncello, dinner, mountain views, and round-trip transport for $94.
“What a great experience! The family was so friendly you felt like you became a part of it! Great pizza making class with fresh ingredients made from the farm! Perfect group to go with too!! Highly recommend!!”
Explore Margaret River’s boutique wineries, farm animals, chocolate, olive oil, coastal views, and lunch on this relaxed small-group tour.
“A terrific day, with Ziggy a fantastic host. Started with being picked up at our resort before picking up our fellow travellers. Without spoiling the specifics Zigggy easd us into the day creating a friendly atmosphere. And by days end we Read more”
Make pizza on a Sorrento farm with Francesco and Lia, then enjoy local wine, mozzarella, dessert, and limoncello with sea views.
“The farm is spectacular, the family that owns it and runs the event are awesome. They were so welcoming, funny and incredible. I would highly recommend this to everyone.”
Review of Sorrento’s Primaluce farm tour, with pizza making, mozzarella, wine, olive oil and limoncello tasting for $97.95.
“Great activity to do at any age. We went with my parents and friends and we all enjoyed the family that owns the farm. They were funny and educational. Making pizza was a blast and the food was delicious!”
Taste five Sardinian wines, pecorino, olives, and cold-pressed olive oil at Ledà d'Ittiri, with a vineyard walk near Alghero.
“This was actually the 2nd time in 2 years that we did this tasting. We really like the wines, the location, and history of the farm. I still want to spend 1-2 nights there as a quest.”
Taste Yarra Valley wines, chocolates, fresh fruit and optional gin on a small-group day tour from Melbourne with lively guides.
“I’ve signed up for a wine tour and I’ve got a much better experience than just wine. From the amazing Aussie playlist from our driver Posi to all locations, chocolate, cheese and dips and landscape. Highly recommend the tour (even better than the great ocean road one).”
Review of a Douro Valley day trip from Porto with two wineries, Port tastings, farm lunch, scenic viewpoints, and a 50-minute river cruise.
“Wonderful trip with our fantastic guide Marcio. A car accident derailed our trip first thing in the morning but the tour company and Marcio were quick to reorganise events so we wouldn’t miss out on anything and took an alternate route. A fantastic time.”
Review a four-hour Tuscan farm wine experience from Montecatini Terme, with vineyard views, six wines, homemade pasta, and hotel pickup.
“A lovely countryside setting but don't expect a tour of the vineyard. We were pointed in the direction of the vines and that was it. Luckily there was a large group ahead of us so we tagged along and listened to the lady explain what was being grown and some history of the farm. The meal itself was lovely, plenty of delicious food and more wine than we could drink. The wines were excellent and so was the Vin Santo and Cantucci biscuits. A relaxing afternoon with great service and pleasant surroundings.”
Spend seven hours tasting Margaret River wines, farm produce, chocolate and olive oil, with alpacas, emus, lunch and boutique cellar doors.
“I had an incredible experience on the tour, thanks to our fantastic guide, Dani. He was not only informative but also incredibly knowledgeable about the wine industry, making the day even more enjoyable. The tea and scones were delightful, and the chocolate was absolutely irresistible—I can't wait to make another stop for more on my way home tomorrow! Lunch at Ovilo Bello was a true highlight, offering divine dishes that perfectly complemented our day. Each of the three vineyards we visited was unique and enjoyable, providing a wonderful glimpse into the region's rich wine culture. I wholeheartedly recommend "All About Margaret River" to anyone who plans to visit this beautiful…”
Ride an e-bike through Stellenbosch vineyards, visit two wine farms, taste local wines, and enjoy a small-group tour with a friendly guide.
“Unable to visit one of these tours preferred vineyards as fully booked. First wine tasting did not allow individual groups to choose their own wines”
Taste four Greek wines at an authentic Mykonian farm, learn simple tasting skills, enjoy local snacks, and travel with hotel pickup.
“Mykonian Farm employee’s passion for wines was truly inspiring. He shared his knowledge and expertise about the wines of Mykonos, and we were delighted by the options he presented. Even my husband, who’s not a wine drinker, found himself enjoying the experience. If you’re looking for a unique way to experience history and culture, I highly recommend visiting Mykonian Farm.”
Tour Tenerife’s Tahodio Valley avocado farm, learn about subtropical fruit, and enjoy a local tasting menu with Tenerife wine.
“toller Betreiber und super nette Frau an seiner Seite. Zeigt seine Plantage und gibt sehr schmackhaftes Essen im Nachgang :-)”
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