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Wine Tour Itineraries in the UK

27 Aug, 2013

UK wine tours have finally arrived to Winerist! We have teamed up with some of the best wineries in England to provide the perfect experience so you can discover just how good wine travel can be on the old island. Take a look at our suggested itineraries starting right here, in London!

 

Boat Ride & Wine Tasting in London: Old World vs New World

Who says learning can’t be fun? It’s New World Camden versus Old World Little Venice. Your floating classroom will allow you to explore wine while making fascinating new London discoveries. Hop on a boat ride on the Grand Canal, an extensive network stretching 130 miles, where you will take a journey from Camden to Little Venice, the most scenic and historic portion of the canal. The boat features an outside viewing deck and comfortable inside seating.

This itinerary can be tailor-made to accommodate client’s needs by adding additional winery appointments and different experiences

Highlights

  • 3-hour boat ride on an English Canal
  • 2.5 hour guided wine tasting by an award-winning wine expert
  • Taste test of 10 wines
  • Commentary by the skipper

 

What’s Included

  • Boat ride
  • Glass of high-end Nino Franco Prosecco
  • Snacks such as grapes, nuts and crackers
  • Cheese and wine pairing
  • Guided New World vs Old World tasting of 6 premium wines
  • 2.5 hour educational and entertaining presentation on New World vs Old World
  • Water throughout the day

 

What’s Not Included

  • Food and beverages not included in the tour description

 

Pick Up

We’ll meet near Paddington at your desired time

 

Price per person: £ 69

For more information on this tour or to request a quote, simply write us at info@winerist.com or Contact Us online

 

English Village and Vineyard Tour  

Enjoy a special twilight tour of an English Winery and a day in a charming English Village. Starting at 1pm in London, we will head to Cuckfield where you will get the chance to enjoy local food and explore picturesque Cuckfield. Later on, you will be transported to the winery in a luxury transportation, all the while enjoying some canapés and drinks. At the vineyards, we will organize a tour and guided tasting of 4 wines. The tour will end with a traditional dinner, served and paired with local wine. Your transport will get you happily wined and dined back to London by 11 pm.

This itinerary can be tailor-made to accommodate smaller groups and other client’s needs by adding additional winery appointments and different experiences

Highlights

  • Day trip to Cuckfield, one of England’s most charming villages
  • Wine tour and guided tasting in winery
  • Luxury transportation throughout the day
  • Traditional English dinner with local food and wines
  • Perfect for a Corporate Event and Team-Building

 

What’s Included

  • Transport from and back to London
  • English speaking guide (please let us know if a different language is needed)
  • Wine tasting and tour in the vineyard guided by an award-winning wine expert
  • Food and wine pairing meal
  • Guided walk

 

What’s Not Included

  • Food and beverages not included in the tour description
  • Personal travel costs during free time
  • Personal purchases

 

Price per person: £ 95

For more information on this tour or to request a quote, simply write us at info@winerist.com or Contact Us online

 

Cornwall: Beach, Winery, Cider Farm, and English Heritage Hour

Explore English wine with this 3 day getaway to the beautiful English countryside. Departing from London, we will head to Cornwall, where the longest stretch of continuous coastline in Britain lies. Experience the calm fishing villages, secret coves, long sandy beaches, sweeping bays and dramatic cliffs.

In Cornwall we will experience the natural surroundings with hiking and biking along the Camel Calley statuary. Furthermore, you will get to try the famously tasty Fish & Chips at Rich Steins’ Café.

We need a short description here on what exactly the cider tour and wine tour includes.. also on the accommodation and amenities

This itinerary can be tailor-made to accommodate client’s needs by adding additional winery appointments and different experiences  

Highlights

  • Hiking in Cornwall
  • 2-hour guided bike tour along the Camel Valley statuary
  • Rick Stein’s Famous Fish & Chips in Padstow
  • Cliffside outdoor award-winning theatre
  • Rustic harbor-side dining
  • Tractor ride through an apple orchard and cider tasting
  • Visit to the best vineyard in England with an award-winning wine expert
  • Meet local producers
  • Wine tasting and plenty of fun!

 

What’s Included

  • 3-Day transport from London and to activities
  • 2-night hotel (Include note on hotel)
  • English-speaking guide
  • Wine tasting and vineyard tour
  • Fish & Chips in Padstow
  • Guided walk

 

What’s Not Included

  • Food and beverages not included in the tour description
  • Personal travel costs during free time
  • Personal purchases

 

Pick Up

We’ll meet outside White City Tube Station at 8.00 am. Alternatively, we can pick you up at your selected location for an additional cost.

Price per person: £ 635

For more information on this tour or to request a quote, simply write us at info@winerist.com or Contact Us online

 

Testimonials

Thanks for another fab event Kelly, lovely day out on the canal learning about wine in the sunshine.

Fantastic evening. The Electric Barge — and the canal at sunset! — is a wonderful venue. As always, Kelly is entertaining and informative about wine. I had a great time!

A great day out! All we needed to do was show up, as Kelly did the rest. Who knew English wines were so good? Great people and overall a great way to spend the day!

Quintessential English countryside, charming village, surprisingly good wine & a fabulous group to share it all with. You know it’s going to be a good day when the food and drink start flowing before you’re even off the bus. The winery was lovely & the tour informative & engaging. 

 

Other suggested wineries to visit

Heard of a great winery and want to plan your visit? Here’s a list of English wineries we’re currently working with so you can plan your perfect UK escape with us:

  • Bolney
  • Balfour
  • Three Choirs
  • Ridgeview
  • Breaky Bottom
  • Chapel Down
  • Denbies

 

For enquiries on visits and to plan a tour of these wineries, please Contact Us or email us at info@winerist.com

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