England · WINE TOURS
England fills its best slots early. Below: 15 wine tastings to sort before you fly, what each one includes, and the thing to check before you pay.
Review the London Eye Champagne Experience, with fast-track entry, Moët champagne, host commentary, skyline views, price advice, and booking tips.
“Diana was a great tour leader. I’m so glad we added the champagne-it made the atmosphere better. I might prefer background music on low. Diana was friendly, funny, and sweet.”
Review of London’s Thames evening cruise with sparkling wine, canapés, live music, sunset views, landmarks, price, and practical tips.
“The appetizers were delicious and the views were great. There was a live singer who is very talented.”
Review of a five-hour luxury yacht trip from Lymington, with Solent sailing, champagne, a hot meal, and optional hands-on sailing.
“If you’re in Southampton before or after a cruise, this experience is a great alternative to touring castles, churches or old towns. Incredible value for a 5+ hour adventure activity which includes fabulous lunch or dinner.”
Explore Manchester’s wine bars on foot with four tastings, snacks, local stories, and a small group led by Kel.
“4 of us enjoyed a Saturday afternoon in January. Kel is so knowledgeable and fun, we all learnt lots. The locations and wine choices were varied and well chosen. We went to places that we would never have normally have gone to but intend to return to visit a couple of the venues properly. Thank you Kel for a wonderful wine tasting experience.”
Review of Brighton’s vintage London bus wine tour, with Sussex vineyard tastings, local picnic lunch, practical tips, value advice, and FAQs.
“My first ever vineyard experience was fun and interesting. Lovely wine from Court Garden and a very pleasant lunch at Springs' Smokery in Edburton. The tour ended with a visit to Henry's Marani at Plumton College to learn about Georgian wine making which was very interesting. A very enjoyable day out.”
Review of EBG Helicopters’ 35-minute London sightseeing flight for two, with Champagne, Central London views, practical tips, costs, and booking advice.
“It was a super smooth and easy flight. Pilot Bob did an excellent job, very competent and skilled. Was a pure pleasure to fly above London and see all the major attractions. We had a weight issues with maximum weight capacity at first (small helicopter was prepared for us) but team was very welcoming and agreed to change aircraft for extra fee within half an hour to fit us in. All in all flight was about 25 minutes, out of it 10 mins above London, where we're flying along river Themes and 10-15 mins ride back and forth to the airfield. It was a really memorable day!”
Explore London’s Christmas lights, Covent Garden markets, holiday stories, and mulled wine on a small-group guided walk.
“Jack was our guide and he was terrific! We had a nice small group of 6 and made a leisurely walk through a few different areas. At one of the markets we got a cup of mulled wine which was delicious. Jack was very knowledgeable about the areas and Christmas time. Would recommend for kids as well!”
Review of Devour London’s Borough Market and Leadenhall food tour, with bacon rolls, fish and chips, wine, history, and practical booking tips.
“This was a great tour. Peter was a fabulous guide. My only recommendation is to consider shortening it by an hour, and let people explore on their own after the tour...rather than in the middle. We were disappointed we didn't get to go to the restaurant under the bridge due to it being closed.”
Review of Wine Tours of Kent, a private six-hour vineyard tour with tastings, lunch, pickup options, and visits to award-winning wineries.
“We had a marvellous experience with this wine tour. We liked the mix of big and smaller vineyards. Our guide did an excellent job.”
Walk Winchester’s Christmas lights with a comedian guide, historic sights, and mulled wine in this festive 90-minute tour.
“Rushed - only 4 of us in the group - guide talked more about himself and connections with Ireland. Would have enjoyed more of an overview of Winchester. Mentioned leaving tips - unprofessional I’m afraid.”
Taste Kent wines and cheeses on an eight-hour day trip from London, with vineyard visits, picnic lunch, transport, and guided pairings.
“Was booked for my uncles 60th birthday, he said the day was great from start to finish, well organised”
Tour three English wineries from London, with tastings, a picnic lunch, countryside views, and practical advice on price and timing.
“What a great day!! A fun and knowledgeable guide and a chance to try some English wines! Would definitely recommend! The light lunch was filling and delicious as well.”
Taste three British wines with cheese, charcuterie, and expert guidance in Bath’s private cellar. See what this one-hour experience offers.
“A wonderful and fun experience. The wine and cheese expert was very knowledgeable and engaging. The wine and cheese was delicious and well presented. The venue is a lovely environment for the activity, spotlessly clean and tastefully decorated. I would definitely recommend.”
Review of a London to Paris day trip by Eurostar, with sightseeing bus, Seine cruise, Sacré-Cœur, and Eiffel Tower champagne lunch.
“I enjoyed getting to know the people on the tour as we were able to make great connections and enhance our experience together.”
Taste biodynamic wines, Cheddar cheese, and a Michelin-starred lunch on a relaxed small-group day trip from Bristol.
“At first I was hesitant to book this tour because of the price. But with a Michelin star chef, a tour of his garden, two amazing wineries, and a trip to Cheddar with private cheese tasting, all on a comfortable minibus, it was well worth the price! Our guide, Florence, was very knowledgeable about viticulture and sustainable food and wine and extremely helpful and accommodating given that one of us had difficulties walking very far. A highlight of our days in Bristol!”
