WINE TOURS
The pours worth the trip.
The 10 most-loved markets wine tours, gathered in one place. The ones worth giving a day to, with what they pour, who runs them and what they cost.
Hands-on Valencian paella class with fresh Mercat Central shopping, plus wine, tapas, and lunch. English, about 4 hours.
Most Popular“Fabulous! Very informative and friendly staff! An experience you do not want to miss! Super fun, while you learn tips and tricks for cooking paella explanation”
A small-group Athens cooking class with a Central Market walk, hands-on Greek dishes, and a glass of local wine included.
“Vasia (V-A-S-I-A) was amazing. Super friendly, knowledgable, and funny. She was a great guide and instructor. We took a trip to the market and learned about the customs and history of those who shop there. The cooking class itself was phenomenal. We made so much and it was all delicious! Dolmades, Spanakopita, Tzatziki, Stuffed Eggplant,…”
Sacred cathedrals, panoramic views, and homemade wine in Mtskheta on a gentle 5-hour Georgia tour from Tbilisi.
Shop Varvakios Agora, cook classic Greek dishes, then eat your meal with wine and a shot of Greek digestive liquor.
Cook a classic 3-course French lunch in central Paris, with optional Latin Quarter market visit and wine pairings, small-group guidance.
“Worth every penny. If you’re on the fence about doing this cooking class, let this review alleviate any concerns. This was hands down one of the best activities that we did in Paris and one of the best cooking classes I’ve ever taken (and that’s said by someone who always takes cooking classes when they…”
Half-day group tour from Tbilisi to UNESCO Mtskheta and Jvari, plus Chronicles of Georgia views and optional wine tasting for $20.
“Freddy and George are the best your guides I've ever had! Fun, kind, welcoming, there are no words to describe the wonderful experience they gave us! They made it feel like a family trip, and everyone was super happy about it. Thanks guys!”
Small-group San Sebastián pintxo, wine and market tour in 3 hours. Iberian ham, gilda, guided bars, and Basque licor dessert.
“Really lovely and super fun tour around the old town, a great intro to the San Sebastian food scene. Jon was very helpful and friendly, went out of his way to speak with everyone and make sure we were all having a good time, and we sampled an interesting variety of pintxos, not just standard…”
3-hour Budapest food tour with 14+ tastings at Central Market and a local taverna, plus wine and pálinka for 18+.
“This was such a great tour. We had many different foods, the chicken dish was almost a full meal! The guide was friendly and knowledgeable. I was solo and loved that the atmosphere was comfortable and relaxed.”
A 4-hour Venice food and wine walk from Rialto Market to cicchetti, Marco Polo lore, and tiramisu with coffee.
Shop Barcelona’s market, cook paella and Catalan cream with bottomless wine, then take home recipe PDFs. Small group, 4 hours.
“This was a very enjoyable cooking class and we kearned some excellent recipes that I plan on making in the future.”
