Cheese Trips · CANADA CHEESE TOURS
The good cheese bookings in Canada fill up weeks ahead. Below: the 15 to book early, what each includes and how they differ.
Spend four to five hours visiting three Niagara wineries with guides such as Chris, Dan, Joe, or Adrienne. Taste three or four wines at each stop, sample Niagara ice wine, enjoy one cheese pairing, and return by minibus to your Canadian hotel.
“Amazing experience. Chris was fantastic. Took the experience to the next level. A little humour goes a long way.”
Spend 5 to 6 hours visiting four Niagara-on-the-Lake wineries, with pickup from Niagara Falls or Niagara-on-the-Lake, tastings, bottled water, and a stop in Olde Towne. Guides such as Marko, John, Zoran, and Tony are known for local history and friendly service, but winery choices can vary.
“Zoran was a wonderful guide! The vineyard selections were thoughtfully chosen and it was everything went smoothly.”
Spend 2.5 hours sailing from Halifax Harbour toward George’s Island, McNabs Island, and the Northwest Arm. Your crew serves four Nova Scotia wines, local charcuterie, and stories about the area. Captains such as Ryan and Finn may even let you help with the sails.
“Ryan the captain and Mitch his first mate were excellent. The experience from beginning to end was exceptional. If you go to Halifax, I urge you to book this trip.”
At Between the Lines Winery, you’ll taste a selection of Niagara wines with cheese and charcuterie while a private host explains the pairings and the Wertsch family winery. Hosts such as Paula, Elaine, Jennifer, and Paul have made this a friendly choice for couples, families, and first-time wine tasters.
“Just wish you can purchase an extra glass there to enjoy....not licensed for that but otherwise nice set up.”
Spend about five hours touring Niagara-on-the-Lake with a private driver-guide such as Tony, Zoran, Marko, or Paul. Visit three wineries selected by availability, taste VQA wines and Icewine, and enjoy free time in Olde Towne. Premium options add guided pairings and vineyard experiences.
“Eric was a great guide! We were scheduled to see 3 wineries, but we asked to go to Inniskillin winery as well. He was punctual and available for any questions! We got to customize our experience which was the best part! Thank for making our anniversary memorable!”
Spend six hours touring Niagara wine country with pickup from your Niagara Falls or Niagara-on-the-Lake hotel. Taste wines and icewine at family-run estates, sample chocolate, share a cheese and charcuterie board, and choose four wine or whisky pours at Wayne Gretzky Estates. Guides may include Don, John, or Marco.
“Marco was amazing and made the day fun and educational! I would strongly recommend him for a great day at the wineries. He also takes great photos!”
Spend about 4.25 hours visiting three Niagara-on-the-Lake wineries with pickup from Niagara Falls or NOTL. Taste 10 to 12 ounces of wine, learn about winemaking, browse winery shops, and enjoy a cheese and charcuterie pairing. Guides such as Ted, Harvey, and Melissa add local stories along the way.
“Ted was amazing guide that mixed in history with local flavor to make our experience incredible. Highly recommend!!”
Set sail from Halifax’s Lower Water Street with Captain Tim and host Karina aboard the Reverie. This private two-hour evening cruise combines wine and cheese with views of the illuminated skyline, Halifax Harbour, nearby islands, and the historic Northwest Arm.
“Our birthday boat tour was incredible. Margaret took care of all our needs and provided us a wonderful experience and evening. Highly recommend !”
Visit three Niagara-on-the-Lake cottage and boutique wineries with a local guide, tasting VQA whites, reds, sparkling, late-harvest, and ice wines. Guides such as Tracy, Gabriella, John, and Paul have led this tour, which includes a three-cheese pairing and pickup from many nearby hotels.
“John our tour guide is nothing short of amazing. My wife and I had a great time. John was very knowledgeable, friendly and outgoing. We will be back with another couple to enjoy another tour. Thank you John”
Set out from 1599 Lower Water Street for a 2.5-hour private yacht sail through Halifax Harbour and the Northwest Arm. You’ll taste Nova Scotia wines, enjoy charcuterie, hear local stories from the crew, and watch the skyline glow at sunset. Crew members have included Finn, Paul, Ryan, and Caleigh.
“Cullen and Finn - these two lads made the voyage amazing - not just for us - but all 12 passengers. Great stories, great energy, great skill - I mean the sailboat was incredible and so was the wine and cheese - but any brand would be lucky to have two young pros like this representing there brand on Land & Sea.”
Spend about nine hours with your private group visiting six Ontario wineries, with 45-minute stops, tastings, bottled water, and cheese and charcuterie. Door-to-door pickup covers Niagara Falls and Niagara-on-the-Lake. A guide such as Marco adds local vineyard and grape knowledge.
“Marco was amazing. He told us much about the area, the vineyards and wine. We had a great day!! We would recommend this tour to anyone who enjoys wine and loves to hear the various grapes that are used to make it.”
Join an English-speaking guide such as Chris or Rick for a four-hour Niagara-on-the-Lake wine tour with hotel pickup. Visit three wineries, taste 3 to 4 wines at each, sample ice wine, and enjoy a wine and cheese pairing. Lunch is not included, so bring a light snack.
“Do nosso guia Cris! Muito atencioso, educado e solícito.”
Spend about six hours visiting four Niagara-on-the-Lake wine venues with driver-guide Kat or another Cheers guide. Taste wines and spirits, enjoy local cheese, tour Reif Estate Winery, and ride safely between stops without needing a designated driver.
“Totally loved it! The day was so fun and really enjoyable. The places were well chosen and the bus driver Kat was wonderful. Great wine tour”
Spend 2.5 hours sailing from Halifax with four Nova Scotia wines, a local cheese board, and a chance to hoist sails, help with tacks, or take the helm. Your English-speaking crew may include skipper Finn and host Emerson, with views of George’s Island, the Northwest Arm, and Dingle Tower.
“This event was truly excellent. The boat was spotless and comfortable, our skipper Finn and host Emerson were very knowledgeable and fun. I wouldn’t hesitate to recommend this event to others. Well worth the money!”
Spend about four hours in Niagara-on-the-Lake with Cheers Transportation, visiting Limited Distillery, Between the Lines Winery, and Reif Estate Winery. Taste mini cocktails, local cheeses, and several wines, with driver Toni praised for her friendly, accommodating service.
“The tour guides at Reif winery and between the lines winery were excellent and made our experience memorable.”
Pick a dairy, a cellar, a boat or a bench with a bowl of curd on it.
