WORLDWIDE · WINE TASTING CRUISES

15 Wine Tasting Cruises Worldwide Worth Flying For

30 trips  ·  from $25 a seat

This is the shortlist you would send a friend: 15 wine tasting cruises worth the money, each with its price, the hours aboard and the one thing to check before you pay.

Porto: Luxury 6 Bridges Yacht Cruise with Wine & Snacks - The Douro reveals Porto from below
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Porto: Luxury 6 Bridges Yacht Cruise with Wine & Snacks

1.Luxury 6 Bridges Yacht Cruise with Wine & Snacks

★★★★★★★★★★4.9 · 708 reviews · 2 hours · from $64 a seat Our pick

Spend two hours on a shared luxury yacht from Freixo Marina to Foz do Douro and back. You’ll pass Porto’s six bridges, Ribeira, Gaia, Afurada, and the Atlantic entrance while tasting vinho verde or rosé with regional meats, cheeses, grapes, and bread. Guides such as Gonçalo, Alex, Gil, and Diego add local stories in English or Portuguese.

“I had the nicest view with unlimited green wine. what else can i ask for?”

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Porto: Private Yacht Tour with Wine, Snacks & 6 Bridges - From Freixo Marina to the six bridges
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Porto: Private Yacht Tour with Wine, Snacks & 6 Bridges

2.Private Yacht Tour with Wine, Snacks & 6 Bridges

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 515 reviews · whole boat $340, up to 8 Top rated

Set out from Freixo Marina on a private two-hour yacht cruise for up to eight people. Your Portuguese, English, or Spanish-speaking crew, including guides such as Alex, Kika, Leo, and Inês, serves local green or rosé wine, regional snacks, and stories about Porto, Gaia, the six bridges, Afurada, and Foz.

“We had a fantastic trip with Inês and Diogo, they provided excellent and very friendly service. And the tour was great with amazing views.”

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Porto: Private Yacht Cruise with Local Wine, Snacks and 6 Bridges - Six bridges, six different views of Porto
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Porto: Private Yacht Cruise with Local Wine, Snacks and 6 Bridges

3.Private Yacht Cruise with Local Wine, Snacks and 6 Bridges

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 489 reviews · 2 hours (approx.) · whole boat $338, up to 10

Spend about two hours on a private yacht from Marina do Freixo, cruising past Porto, Gaia, six historic bridges, Ribeira, Cais de Gaia, and the Douro’s grand riverfront. Antonio, Carlos, Carolina, Mariana, and other family crew members host the trip with local wine, Port, sparkling wine, a cheese and charcuterie board, and relaxed city stories.

“We all loved our yacht cruise! The boat was beautiful and exceeded our expectations. The afternoon was a little drizzly but they had some type of rain guard that kept us dry and didn’t detract from our river views. We’d do this again for sure if we come back to Porto. Highly recommend!!”

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San Diego Bay Sail Aboard a Vintage Yacht Beer and Wine Included - What Captain Phillip adds to the experience
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San Diego Bay Sail Aboard a Vintage Yacht Beer and Wine Included

4.San Diego Bay Sail Aboard a Vintage Yacht Beer and Wine Included

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 331 reviews · 2 hours 30 minutes (approx.) · from $115 a seat

Spend 2.5 hours sailing San Diego Bay aboard Liberty, a hand-restored reproduction of a 1904 sailboat. Captain Phillip handles the gaff rigging and shares local stories while you pass the USS Midway, Star of India, Coronado Bridge, and Navy ships. Beer, white wine, soft drinks, water, snacks, and a restroom are included.

“Great tour. And worth the money. Tour guide is very personable. We had a lovely and relaxing evening. Thank you.”

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Alcudia: Sailing Yacht Excursion with Wine & Tapas - The first hour on Badia de Pollença
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Alcudia: Sailing Yacht Excursion with Wine & Tapas

5.Alcudia: Sailing Yacht Excursion with Wine & Tapas

★★★★★★★★★★4.4 · 236 reviews · 4 hours · from $147 a seat

Spend four hours aboard a 14-meter sailing yacht from Alcudia with skipper Jörn and the Romantic Sailing crew. Cruise Badia de Pollença, stop at Cala en Gossalba for swimming, snorkeling, SUP, and homemade tapas, then take the helm if conditions allow. Wine, beer, soft drinks, photos, and equipment are included.

“Es war das perfekte Geburtstagsgeschenk für meinen Mann. Die Zeit war rundum gelungen. Vielen Dank an dieser Stelle an Jörn, dessen Art als Guide und Käpten den Tag zu einem tollen Erlebnis für uns gemacht hat :)”

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Porto: Luxury Yacht Cruise with Wine Tasting & Snacks - Wine, port, and the food on board
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Porto: Luxury Yacht Cruise with Wine Tasting & Snacks

6.Luxury Yacht Cruise with Wine Tasting & Snacks

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 210 reviews · 2 hours (approx.) · from $66 a seat

Spend about two hours on the Douro aboard a comfortable yacht limited to 12 people. English-speaking crew members such as Andre, Alex, Diego, and Adriano share local history while pouring Vinho Verde, port, and other wine with cheese, meat, and snacks. The cruise leaves from Marina do Freixo and returns there.

“Enjoyable evening with very knowledgeable, captain, good wine, and snacks with beautiful views. you should not miss the chance to see the city from the water.”

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Istanbul Bosphorus Sunset Cruise with Wine on a Luxury Yacht - European shore sights from Galata Tower to Rumeli Fortress
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Istanbul Bosphorus Sunset Cruise with Wine on a Luxury Yacht

7.Istanbul Bosphorus Sunset Cruise with Wine on a Luxury Yacht

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 198 reviews · 2 hours (approx.) · from $24 a seat Best value

Spend about two hours on a small yacht sailing between Istanbul’s European and Asian shores. An English-speaking guide points out palaces, fortresses, bridges, and waterfront mansions while you enjoy two glasses of wine, soft drinks, snacks, and sunset views. Groups are capped at 25, though the onboard bathroom has drawn some criticism.

“Cruise was a lot of fun. Aziz was very helpful. The narration was great. The food and drink provided were also quite good. Might be my favorite thing we did on trip”

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JFarwell Sunset Wine and Cheese Yacht Sailing - George’s Island and the open harbour views
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JFarwell Sunset Wine and Cheese Yacht Sailing

8.JFarwell Sunset Wine and Cheese Yacht Sailing

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 149 reviews · 2 hours 30 minutes (approx.) · from $150 a seat

Spend about 2.5 hours sailing from Halifax with a small crew and a limited number of passengers. You will taste four Nova Scotia wines, including Tidal Bay, paired with local charcuterie, while hearing about Halifax, the harbour, and nearby islands. The route reaches McNabs Island and the Northwest Arm, with blankets, two bathrooms, and a chance to help with the sails.

“Relaxing evening on water, beautiful sunset. Great wine and cheese. Knowledgable crew. All around great time.”

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Port : 6 Bridges Private Yacht Cruise with Local Wine & Snacks - São João Bridge and the first stretch of river
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Port : 6 Bridges Private Yacht Cruise with Local Wine & Snacks

9.Port : 6 Bridges Private Yacht Cruise with Local Wine & Snacks

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 136 reviews · 2 hours (approx.) · whole boat $338, up to 8

You’ll spend about two hours on a private yacht from Marina do Freixo, passing Porto’s six Douro bridges toward Foz do Douro. Local hosts such as Kika, Alex, Diego, and Leo share city insights while you enjoy green wine, port, and a regional sharing board. Your group of up to eight has the boat to itself.

“A definite must do when visiting Porto! Relaxing and beautiful tour of the city by boat. The staff was fantastic and the wine and snacks were phenomenal. Definitely recommend to others and would do it again myself!”

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Tenerife: Shared Yacht Cruise with Champagne and Tapas - What $100 buys you on the water
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Tenerife: Shared Yacht Cruise with Champagne and Tapas

10.Shared Yacht Cruise with Champagne and Tapas

★★★★★★★★★★4.8 · 135 reviews · 3 hours · from $100 a seat

Sail from Puerto Colon for three hours aboard a Beneteau Antares 42, with champagne, wine, beer, soft drinks, tapas, and time near La Caleta for swimming, snorkeling, paddleboarding, and sea scooters. Captains and guides such as Juan, Maxi, Michelle, and Raúl share local marine knowledge in English or Spanish. The group is limited to 10.

“Had a great time on the water. Seen tons of dolphins and turtles. Guided were great”

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Shared Luxury Yacht Cruise with Champagne and Tapas - Swimming, snorkeling, and sea scooters
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Shared Luxury Yacht Cruise with Champagne and Tapas

11.Shared Luxury Yacht Cruise with Champagne and Tapas

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 106 reviews · 3 hours (approx.) · from $102 a seat

Set sail from Puerto Colón for three hours with a maximum of 10 people. Juan, Michelle, Raul, or Maxi may host your trip, serving champagne, wine, beer, soft drinks, and Spanish tapas while you swim, snorkel, paddleboard, and use sea scooters. Hotel pickup is available.

“What at fantastic trip this was - smooth pick up and transfer - boat was really nice and the crew knowledgable and very friendly - free flow drinks and lovely Tapas - we saw turtles, flying fish and amazing dolphins - water activity time was good - can not recommend this company highly enough”

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Istanbul: Small Group Yacht Tour with Unlimited Wine - Starting in Karaköy beside the Golden Horn
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Istanbul: Small Group Yacht Tour with Unlimited Wine

12.Small Group Yacht Tour with Unlimited Wine

★★★★★★★★★★4.9 · 101 reviews · 2 hours · from $57 a seat

Join Simon or Georgina for a relaxed two-hour yacht trip from Karaköy along the Golden Horn and Bosphorus. With a small group, unlimited Aegean wine, fruit, nuts, and English commentary, you’ll see palaces, mosques, bridges, waterfront mansions, and the Maiden’s Tower from the water.

“The yacht was beautiful and we really enjoyed our guide, Simon, and the history and personal stories of Istanbul that he shared with us.”

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Lake Tahoe: Emerald Bay Sunset Wine Tasting Yacht Cruise - Leaving Tahoe Keys Marina for the open lake
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Lake Tahoe: Emerald Bay Sunset Wine Tasting Yacht Cruise

13.Lake Tahoe: Emerald Bay Sunset Wine Tasting Yacht Cruise

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 78 reviews · 2 hours · from $150 a seat

Board the vintage Golden Rose at Tahoe Keys Marina for a two-hour sunset cruise with eight boutique wines. An English-speaking captain and wine host guide you around Emerald Bay, Fannette Island, and Vikingsholm. The small boat, limited group size, and classic design make this a polished evening for adults, but snacks may need to be arranged ahead.

“Great overall experience, had a wonderful time with the crew and other passengers! Highly recommend this wine tasting. Very intimate and just a great experience”

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Evening Champagne Cruise on Historic 1935 Motor Yacht. - From Te Anau wharf to open water
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Evening Champagne Cruise on Historic 1935 Motor Yacht.

14.Evening Champagne Cruise on Historic 1935 Motor Yacht.

★★★★★★★★★★4.9 · 48 reviews · 1h 30m · from $86 a seat

Board Faith, a lovingly preserved 1935 Scottish motor yacht, at Te Anau’s historic wharf. Captain Adam and the crew guide you across Lake Te Anau for 90 minutes, with unlimited drinks, canapés, boat stories, a sheltered cove stop, and the chance to help steer or handle the sails.

“A fabulous evening in stunning scenery with a lovely host.”

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Porto: 6 Bridges Private Douro River Yacht w/ Food & Wine - From Arrabida Bridge to the river mouth
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Porto: 6 Bridges Private Douro River Yacht w/ Food & Wine

15.6 Bridges Private Douro River Yacht w/ Food & Wine

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 41 reviews · 2 hours (approx.) · from $209 a seat

Spend about two hours on a private yacht along Porto’s Douro River, passing six bridges, Ribeira, Gaia’s port lodges, and the river mouth. Your guide explains the sights in English, Spanish, or Portuguese. Food, wine, WiFi, taxes, and a return to the starting point are included.

“My boyfriend and I had a great time. Very chill romantic sunset cruise. Unfortunately the weather didn’t cooperate with our much wanted sunset but the crew did everything possible to make sure we still had the best time. I would highly recommend this river cruise and the charcuterie. The drinks they served were great and the port wine to end it off was delightful. The crew was so amazing and nice it made our time much better and also gave us some great history about Porto. Would definitely do again when back in Porto!”

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