Best Cheese and Wine Tastings — Our Top 15

1.Zakopane: Cable Car, Chocholow Baths, Cheese & Vodka

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 10,720 reviews · 11 to 12 hours (approx.) · from $54Our pick

Leave Krakow early for Chochołów, Highlander cheese and regional alcohol, Gubałówka funicular views, and free time on Zakopane’s Krupówki Street. Your English-speaking guide, often including Bart, Mirek, Simon, Niko, or Haroune, keeps the day moving before three hours at Chochołowskie Thermal Baths. Bring swimwear, a towel, and flip-flops.

“It’s a long day but a great trip. We had Bart and he was spot on. Was conscientious and stuck to strict timelines which I liked. The thermal baths was lovely and everything was explained well. Great trip but it was the organisation and running of it from Bart that made it a success.”

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2.Zakopane: Cable Car, Chocholow Baths, Cheese & Vodka

★★★★★★★★★★4.8 · 8,989 reviews · 11 hours · from $26

Travel from Krakow to Zakopane with a live guide such as Mirek, Bart, Haroune, or Fabian. Visit Chochołów, taste smoked cheese and local vodka, ride the Gubałówka funicular, explore Krupówki Street, and spend three hours at Chocholow Thermal Baths.

“Haroune was a great guide and was very good from the instruction about pick up and communication throughout the trip with tips and tricks to give a better experience”

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3.Zakopane Cable Car, Vodka, Cheese & Hot Springs Tour

★★★★★★★★★★4.9 · 1,832 reviews · 11 hours · from $26

Travel from Krakow to Chochołów and Zakopane with guides such as Margaret or Olivier, taste smoked sheep cheese and local vodka, ride the Gubałówka cable car, then spend three hours at Terma Bania. Hotel pickup, transport, tickets, and guidebook are included.

“We enjoyed our trip to the max Our guide Olivier was excellent . Good job guys One of the best trips I took so far❤️”

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4.Evening Candle Light Cruise With Wine & Cheese

★★★★★★★★★★4.6 · 1,774 reviews · 1 hour · from $18Best value

Spend an hour on Amsterdam’s covered evening canal boat, limited to 26 people, with an English-speaking skipper and host. You’ll pass the Jordaan, Prinsengracht, the Golden Bend, Nine Streets, Anne Frank House, and Magere Brug. Add two drinks or unlimited wine, beer, and soda with Dutch cheese.

“The guides were both informative and genuine with added humour which topped off the cruise.”

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5.Cozy Cheese & Wine Cruise Tasting Experience

★★★★★★★★★★4.5 · 1,156 reviews · 1h 15m · from $39

Set out from Damrak Pier 5 near Central Station for a 75-minute evening cruise through Amsterdam’s Canal Belt. Enjoy Dutch cheese, salty snacks, and unlimited wine, beer, or soft drinks while an English-speaking captain and host point out the Anne Frank House, Skinny Bridge, houseboats, and canal landmarks. Seating is arranged in advance, so book your whole group together.

“The wine and cheese cruise was great overall! It would’ve been nice if they served a bit more cheese, but everything else was perfect – from the wine refills to the guide, the trip itself, and the cozy atmosphere on the boat.”

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6.Premium Henri Willig Cheese Tasting Experience

★★★★★★★★★★4.7 · 1,106 reviews · 40 minutes - 1 hour · from $21

In central Amsterdam, an English-speaking host guides you through Henri Willig’s cheese-making story, a short film, and a tasting of 10 Gouda pieces with dips, mustard, crackers, and two drinks. Hosts such as Martin, Suzanne, and Ado add plenty of personality. Allow 40 minutes to an hour, then use your 10% shop discount.

“Loved the selection of cheeses and generous drinks. Very enthusiastic guide. Stairs up to venue should be mentioned”

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7.Vila Nova de Gaia: Port Wine Tasting with Cheese Pairing

★★★★★★★★★★4.8 · 1,074 reviews · 1 hour · from $30

Meet the Quevedo team in Vila Nova de Gaia for three 40 ml Port tastings paired with local cheeses. Expect Crusted, 10-Year-Old Tawny, and 2009 White Colheita, with staff such as Miguel, Bruna, Fernando, or Inês explaining Port styles, aging, and food pairings. This is a tasting, not a cellar tour.

“Antonio was a very relaxed, friendly and informative guide. For anyone wanting to delve into the history and get a grasp of the different styles of port wines and cheese pairings ( and the reasons for them) this is the place. Great stop in Vila Nova de Gaia and so close to the fun on the river.”

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8.Wine and Cheese Evening Cruise

★★★★★★★★★★4.5 · 839 reviews · 1.5 hours · from $41

Meet at the LOVERS café opposite Amsterdam Central Station for a 90-minute night cruise through the Canal Belt. Sip red, white, rosé, or sparkling wine while sharing Dutch cheeses, bread, and snacks. The captain and hosts keep things light with music, city facts, and attentive service. This is an easy, social introduction to Amsterdam after dark.

“We had the absolute best time on this cruise. The staff were awesome. The boat was really comfy. The cheese was delicious. The never ending glass of wine was brilliant. Music was old school classics. Loved it. Saw so many beautiful sights. Would 100% recommend this cruise.”

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9.Yarra Valley Grazing Tour Wine, Cheese, Gin, Pizza from Melbourne

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 821 reviews · from $135

Travel from Melbourne into the Yarra Valley for Rochford wine, farm-made cheese, gin and wood-fired pizza at Stag Lane, coffee in Healesville, and chocolate at the Yarra Valley Chocolaterie. Guides such as Mel, Michael, Chris, and Bluey keep the day friendly and well paced. Tastings, transport, Wi-Fi, and selected hotel pickup are included.

“Great day out with very tasty wines, gins and food ! Really interesting and great to visit the different producers! Our guide (Michael) was very informative and great company! Highly recommended day out for any visitor to the area!”

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10.Amsterdam Wine and Cheese Evening Cruise

★★★★★★★★★★4.5 · 798 reviews · 1 hour 15 minutes (approx.) · from $40

Cruise Amsterdam’s Canal Belt for about 75 minutes in a glass-enclosed boat, with Dutch cheese, wine, beer, and soft drinks included. You’ll pass Central Station, the Maritime Museum, Magere Brug, and the illuminated Reguliersgracht. The setting is cozy and romantic, though commentary and cheese portions can vary.

“We arrived at the dock in dure need of restrooms and the captain showed us where to go before we'd even checked in for our cruise! The guide was knowledge and funny, which provided for an incredibly enjoyable experience! And the wine steward was prompt with keeping our glasses full.”

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11.Hamburg: Harbor Cruise with Wine and Cheese

★★★★★★★★★★4.7 · 795 reviews · 1h 30m · from $49

Spend 90 minutes cruising Hamburg Harbor with three glasses of red or white wine, 150 grams of regional cheese, crackers, and live German commentary. You’ll pass the docks, St. Michael’s Church, Elbphilharmonie, HafenCity, and possibly Speicherstadt, with open-air seating in warm weather and a heated salon in winter.

“Plenty of wine and cheese, informative tour on Hamburg port and ships! Would recommend!”

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12.Evening Canal Cruise in Amsterdam with Wine & Cheese Option

★★★★★★★★★★4.0 · 781 reviews · 1 hour 30 minutes (approx.) · from $23

Cruise Amsterdam after dark with Blue Boat Company for 90 minutes, passing the Canal District, Westerkerk, Centraal Station, the IJ, NEMO, the Skinny Bridge, and the Amstel Hotel. You’ll use an audio guide in one of 20 languages. Add a snack box or wine and cheese, but check the departure address carefully before setting out.

“It lacked some explanation. The lights of the city were beautiful and it was a great exposure to the city!”

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13.Zaanse Schans and Cheese Tasting Guided Tour from Amsterdam

★★★★★★★★★★4.0 · 661 reviews · 3 hours 30 minutes (approx.) · from $45

Travel by coach from central Amsterdam to Zaanse Schans for working windmills, a clog-making demonstration, and Dutch cheese tasting. You get guided commentary, free time to explore, and a maximum group size of 60. Guides such as Rick, Anna, Evelyn, and Rob have led recent departures. Add an open canal-cruise ticket if you choose that option.

“A nice place to visit - obviously touristy but quite beautiful and fun. Our guide (Evelyn?) was fabulous and shared a lot of knowledge about the area and Dutch culture.”

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14.Wine and Cheese Lunch

★★★★★★★★★★4.9 · 596 reviews · 2 hours · from $100

At Ô Chateau, three minutes from the Louvre, you’ll share five French wines, including Champagne, with five artisanal cheeses and bread. An English-speaking sommelier such as Jasmina, Paul, Gerald, or Willy explains French regions, labels, Champagne-making, and smart pairings in a welcoming tasting room.

“It was a wonderful time. The lady conducting the tasting was brilliant! It was our first tasting of this type, but not the last ❤️ Thank you”

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15.Hungarian Wine Tasting (with Cheese and Charcuterie) in Budapest

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 531 reviews · 1 hour 30 minutes (approx.) · from $50

At Taste Hungary’s Tasting Table Cellar, a sommelier leads you through five Hungarian wines, four cheeses, and four cured meats. Expect local grapes, rare bottles, Tokaji, Mangalica pork, and stories about Hungary’s wine regions and food traditions. The 90-minute tasting starts at 3 pm and uses communal tables.

“Amazing wine and food in such a quaint location - loved it! Lots of historic insights shared as well!”

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