Cheese Trips · CANADA CHEESE TOURS
The good cheese bookings in Canada fill up weeks ahead. Below: the 6 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!”
Pick a dairy, a cellar, a boat or a bench with a bowl of curd on it.
