Finger Lakes

Estimated Tour Pricing Inclusions: 2 nights’ accommodation; 2 breakfasts; 2 lunches; 1 dinner; admissions, entrance, and guide fees as stated in the itinerary, including taxes, and gratuity; except gratuity for guide is not included on adult tours, unless otherwise requested.

• The Village of Skaneateles
• Wineries & Vineyards in Finger Lakes
• Keuka Lake
• Canandaigua Lake
• Oldest Winery in the Region
• Tastings & Wine Pairings

• Arrive in The Village of Skaneateles, along the northern shores of the lake, widely regarded as being among the finest villages in all of the Finger Lakes Region. The village has a rich, well-documented history dating back to revolutionary times—the first settlers were veterans of the Revolutionary War who were awarded land grants as compensation for military service.
• Enjoy free time exploring the village and lunch on own.
• Depart and visit an area winery whose story began three generations ago in Eastern Europe and continues today on the hillside high above Skaneateles Lake. The Nocek family combines its viticultural experience with the cooler climate patterns and fertile soil to grow their select grapes.  Enjoy a wine tasting while visiting.
• Next, visit a surprise vineyard, one of the newest wineries in the Finger Lakes, located on the Northeast shore of Seneca Lake, in the heart of the Finger Lakes wine region. The winery offers a unique Tuscan setting which brings the ambiance of Tuscany to the Finger Lakes. The friendly atmosphere, premium wine tasting, and breathtaking view of Seneca Lake provides an experience you will be sure to enjoy and remember. Enjoy a wine tasting with a souvenir glass to take home.
• Check-in to an area hotel.
• Depart and arrive at a local favorite for dinner included in this restored 1825 farmhouse. Originally built as a Tavern and Stagecoach Stop in the 1700s, the second floor was added in the mid-1800s for living quarters. Return to the hotel.

• Enjoy breakfast at the hotel this morning.
• Depart via motorcoach and arrive at an area winery located on the west side of Keuka Lake, just a few miles outside the village of Hammondsport. Journey through the rolling hills and discover a variety of cool climate, award-winning wines. This winery is among the leaders in recognizing Riesling as the region's flagship varietal; producing 8 different styles of Riesling sourced from premium vineyard sites throughout the Finger Lakes Region.
• Depart and arrive at area vineyard.  Sample wine in one of the 10 most spectacular tasting rooms in the world, named by Travel & Leisure Magazine. Despite the grand reputation, the tasting bar's atmosphere aims to be part casual, part educational.
• Enjoy lunch included at a winery restaurant featuring innovative cuisine and a breathtaking view of Keuka Lake.
• Enjoy a unique Tour and Tasting experience, beginning with a walking tour of the estate and followed by a tasting extravaganza.
• Next, arrive and visit New York’s oldest winery in the Finger Lakes Region. Established in 1860, the winery proudly displays the designation U.S. Bonded Winery No. 1 and has eight remarkable stone buildings listed on the National Register of Historic Places.
• Take a guided tour through the Visitor Center which includes historic exhibits, winemaking displays, a working model of the B&H Railroad, and a unique Theatre-in-a-Wine-Tank. Enjoy wine tasting after touring.
• Depart, return to the hotel, then enjoy free time to explore and dinner on own. Restaurants and shops are within walking distance.

• Enjoy breakfast at the hotel before checking out.
• Depart and arrive at an area winery for a Wine Tasting and Chocolate Pairing.  This winery is dedicated to the craft of fine, European-style winemaking in the European tradition: dry wines expressing the unique terroir of the estate vineyards. Taste crisp, Dry Riesling (two time Wine Spectator Top 100 winner), elegant Pinot Noir, hand-riddled sparkling wines, and other handcrafted wines.
• Farewell Lunch included at area restaurant offering seasonal American fare & views of Canandaigua Lake.
• Depart and arrive at the final winery which is one of New York’s most unique wineries in the Finger Lakes Region, both for its setting as well as its wines. With breathtaking views of Cayuga Lake from the tasting room, this winery specializes in truly unique premium wines to savor - you can purchase a glass or bottle during your visit. These exciting wines are produced from classic European grape varieties such as Pinot Grigio, Viognier, and Merlot, as well as unique and more unknown varieties such as Villard Blanc, Diamond, Isabella, and more.
• Enjoy a wine tasting then depart for home.