VENICE WINE TOURS
A Luxury Journey through the Vineyards, Cuisine, History and Lakes of Veneto, from Venice and Beyond
AMARONE, VALPOLICELLA, SOAVE, PROSECCO, LAKE GARDA, AND VENICE
Few places are quite as captivating as the wine country around Venice. The region’s most powerful and seductive wine—Amarone—shares the stage with Valpolicella, Soave and Prosecco. But Veneto, as the region is formally known, offers so much more: shimmering Lake Garda, romantic medieval towns, beautiful villas, ancient castles and, of course, Venice itself, a city of extraordinary presence and my favorite in all of Italy.
Over five days, we’ll explore this remarkable corner of Italia, beginning in Venice and travelling through the rolling hills of Valpolicella, the historic heart of Verona, the shores of Lake Garda and, finally, the spectacular hillside vineyards of Valdobbiadene, home to some of the finest expressions of Prosecco.
Along the way, you’ll visit some of the region’s leading producers, as well as some of my favorite hidden gems, and discover the people, traditions and landscapes that have shaped Veneto’s wines.
But this journey through Veneto goes well beyond the vineyards and wineries. We will dine at two Michelin-starred restaurants and savor some wonderfully unfussy and genuinely delicious meals along the way. We will immerse ourselves in centuries of history, take a private boat tour on Lake Garda and enjoy time in Sirmione—one of Veneto’s most enchanting villages—where we can savor the beauty, elegance and leisurely pleasures of the Italian Lakes.
There will be plenty of time to slow down, take it all in and, of course, enjoy plenty of fabulous wine along the way. I think you’re going to love it as much as I do.
I invite you to join us.
ROBIN KICK, MASTER OF WINE
GROUP TOUR DATES
ABOUT THE TOUR & REGION
FROM VENICE TO VALPOLICELLA
The program begins Monday morning in Venice, the historic heart of Veneto. We will meet in the lobby of the beautiful 5-star Nani Mocenigo Palace before boarding water taxis and traveling in true Venetian style to our awaiting luxury coach.
Our first winery appointment takes us to Valpolicella Valpantena, where we will be introduced to the region, explore the history of the estate, and enjoy a fabulous lunch accompanied by some vinous gems.
After lunch, we will continue to our home for the week, the 5-star Villa Cordevigo nestled in the Valpolicella hills. You will have time to relax before dinner which takes place at the hotel’s one-star Michelin restaurant, Oseleta.
FROM VENICE TO VALPOLICELLA
The program begins Monday morning in Venice, the historic heart of Veneto. We will meet in the lobby of the beautiful 5-star Nani Mocenigo Palace before boarding water taxis and traveling in true Venetian style to our awaiting luxury coach.
Our first winery appointment takes us to Valpolicella Valpantena, where we will be introduced to the region, explore the history of the estate, and enjoy a fabulous lunch accompanied by some vinous gems.
After lunch, we will continue to our home for the week, the 5-star Villa Cordevigo nestled in the Valpolicella hills. You will have time to relax before dinner which takes place at the hotel’s one-star Michelin restaurant, Oseleta.
VALPOLICELLA CLASSICA
On Day 2, we explore Valpolicella Classica, the historic cradle of the region, where rolling hills and timeless villages give rise to wines of remarkable elegance, balance, and longevity. Our journey will highlight the harmony of tradition and modernity in both wine styles and history, as we visit three of the region’s most esteemed estates.
SOAVE, MORE VALPOLICELLA AND VERONA
Perched on a hill overlooking the verdant plains of the Veneto, Soave is renowned for producing some of Italy’s most celebrated white wines. Our third morning begins with an exclusive VIP visit to the iconic Pieropan winery, followed by a serene lunch at a Valpolicella vineyard oasis in the surrounding hills.
In the afternoon, we explore the charming streets of Verona on foot, soaking in its history and atmosphere, before enjoying an unforgettable dinner paired with wines from one of the region’s most iconic producers.
SOAVE, MORE VALPOLICELLA AND VERONA
Perched on a hill overlooking the verdant plains of the Veneto, Soave is renowned for producing some of Italy’s most celebrated white wines. Our third morning begins with an exclusive VIP visit to the iconic Pieropan winery, followed by a serene lunch at a Valpolicella vineyard oasis in the surrounding hills.
In the afternoon, we explore the charming streets of Verona on foot, soaking in its history and atmosphere, before enjoying an unforgettable dinner paired with wines from one of the region’s most iconic producers.
LAKE GARDA LIFE
Day four begins with a leisurely morning to enjoy the hotel and its stunning grounds. We then leave for a lakeside lunch before visiting one of the region’s most renowned estates.
In the afternoon, we arrive in Sirmione, one of Lake Garda’s most enchanting villages, to enjoy a private boat tour (weather permitting).
The day concludes with a gala dinner at a Michelin-starred restaurant overlooking the lake, accompanied by some of the region’s greatest bottles. It’s hard to imagine a more fitting way to end the day.
PROSECCO HILLS
On our final day, we travel northeast to the steep and lush Prosecco Hills of Valdobbiadene. This extraordinary region is not only home to some of the finest Prosecco, but it is also a UNESCO World Heritage site. Here, we will discover what makes the area so special with a visit and tasting lunch at a boutique wine producer, before returning by coach to Venice.
MEET YOUR HOSTS
Our Luxury Wine Tours in Veneto are guided by Master of Wine, Robin Kick.
Originally from the Chicago area, Robin now calls Switzerland home, where she works as a freelance wine educator, tour guide, journalist, wine judge, and buying consultant.
Her passion for wine inspired her to pursue studies in Burgundy and at the Université du Vin in the Rhône Valley. A fortunate twist of fate brought her to Christie’s in Beverly Hills, where she spent four years as a wine auction specialist. London followed in 2004, where she later became the wine buyer for an award-winning merchant, specializing in French and Italian wines.
In 2014, Robin became a Master of Wine after years of study, travel, and hands-on experience, successfully completing both the examination and a dissertation on the wines of the Côte d’Or.
Robin’s other professional affiliations include the Confrérie des Chevaliers du Tastevin and the Ordre des Coteaux de Champagne. She is also certified in Chianti Classico wines by the Consorzio Vino e Olio Chianti Classico and is an accredited Sherry Educator.
Known for her infectious enthusiasm and engaging style, Robin loves sharing the stories, wines, food, history, and culture of the world’s great wine regions, making every experience as enjoyable as it is educational!
UPCOMING VENICE WINE TOUR
WHAT’S INCLUDED
Included in the price is four nights’ accommodation at the 5-star Hotel Cordevigo Wine Relais, all meals during the tour with the exception of one free evening, all winery tours, all wines, group transport for the duration of the tour, and all taxes and gratuities.
Basically everything is included except your flights, your transfer to the hotel, insurance, and any items of a personal nature.
PLANNING TIPS
Before the tour we will send you some useful pre-trip information to help you with your planning. Here you’ll find advice on how to get there, tips on what to wear, some suggestions for Venice, and details on the hotels.
WEATHER
We visit in the summer and autumn, both very nice times of year for Veneto. The weather is typically sunny, balmy and warm with cooler breezes by the lake and up the hills – perfect for a wine holiday.
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