Where to Go Private: the 4 Best Luxury Wine Tours in Italy

1.Exclusive Prosecco Wine Tour from Venice – Small Group

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 189 reviews · 6 hours (approx.) · from $199Our pick

Leave Venice with sommelier Riccardo for a six-hour trip into the Valdobbiadene Prosecco Hills. Visit two small family wineries, taste up to eight wines, enjoy salami, cheese, pizza, and focaccia, and return to Piazzale Roma by air-conditioned vehicle.

“We had an absolutely wonderful experience on our Prosecco tour, and it was all thanks to our fantastic guide Ricardo. From start to finish, he was knowledgeable, professional, and genuinely passionate about the region and its wines. The explanations about the Prosecco-making process were clear and engaging, and we loved learning about the history of the area while visiting beautiful vineyards and wineries. Ricardo made the day feel relaxed yet well-organized, always making sure we were comfortable and enjoying ourselves . What truly set this tour apart was the personal touch—great recommendations, thoughtful answers to our questions, and a warm, friendly attitude that made the experience fe...”

Check availability →Read our full review

2.Pic nic Deluxe Assisi and wine tasting 5 wines

★★★★★★★★★★4.8 · 88 reviews · 2.5 hours · from $52Best value

At SAIO, a family-run winery about 800 meters from the Basilica of Saint Francis, you’ll taste five wines, follow vineyard information boards, and walk to a veranda picnic with Umbrian bread, cheese, cured meats, Torta al Testo, cookies, and one bottle of wine per couple.

“Friendly and welcoming staff, a beautiful and gentle walk amidst the groves. A georgeous view at the picnic spot that was accompanied by amazing food. They provided a vegan delight for me and it was incredible. Definitely recommend.”

Check availability →Read our full review

3.Bolgheri: Premium Wine Tasting with Winery Tour

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 88 reviews · 1 hour 15 minutes (approx.) · from $66

At Terre del Marchesato near Bolgheri, a multilingual guide takes you from vineyard to cellar, explaining the family estate and its wine methods. You taste Cabernet Sauvignon, Merlot, Petit Verdot, and extra-virgin olive oil with bruschetta. The small-group visit lasts about 75 minutes.

“This was a truly amazing experience. We had a very informative tour of the winery with the arborist who showed such passion for his work. The wines were fantastic and we had a food pairing as well that was delicious! Very worth the visit.”

Check availability →Read our full review

4.Premium Prosecco Hills Winery Tour with Prosecco Tastings & Food

★★★★★★★★★★4.5 · 80 reviews · 5 hours (approx.) · from $247

Paolo drives you from Venice to the Prosecco Hills, where a family-run winery explains DOCG production and pours four premium wines with local meats, cheese, bread, and breadsticks. The group is capped at four, making this a relaxed, personal half-day outside the city.

“Paolo was so informative and very gracious. I traveled with my daughter studying abroad to see the country. He was a great tour guide and the vineyard was beautiful. The pairings of Prosecco with the lunch was excellent.”

Check availability →Read our full review