Top 12 Food & Wine Tours and Cruises for 2024-2025

10 Best Wine-themed Cruises for 2024-2025

Trip Name	From	Days	Next Departure	Summary
The Enchanting Rhine - From Zurich to Amsterdam	$5059	12	Mar 22, 2025	After spending two nights in both Zurich and Lucerne, Switzerland, board the MS Amaprima on an exclusive 7-day Rhine River cruise through the … 0
Magna on the Danube - Budapest to Vilshofen	$3299	8	Sep 15, 2024	Embark on an 8-day river cruise from Budapest to Vilshofen aboard MS AmaMagna. Enjoy captivating architecture, music, and culinary experiences. … 0
Flavors of Portugal & Spain - Cruise Only	$3699	8	Sep 24, 2024	Embark on an 8-day Douro River cruise aboard the MS Amavida tasting of some of the regions most famous vintages and culinary delights. Take in the … 0
Enticing Douro	$4689	11	Sep 18, 2024	Taste wines from historic vineyards on this 11-day Douro River cruise aboard the MS Amadouro. After spending 3 days exploring Lisbon, embark on a … 0
Enticing Douro	$3699	8	Sep 21, 2024	Board the MS Amadouro for this 8-day roundtrip river cruise of the Douro River Valley departing from charming and historic Porto. As you cruise the … 0
Andalusia: Tradition, Gastronomy, and Flamenco	$2084	8	Oct 3, 2024	This 8-day Spanish cruise aboard the MS La Belle de Cadix showcases the Andalusia region, including stops in Seville, Cadiz, Granada and Cordoba. … 0
Portugal to Spain - Porto, the Douro Valley and Salamanca	$3547	8	Oct 11, 2024	Join the crew of the MS Miguel Torga on this 8-day round trip Douro River cruise from Porto to Salamanca and back. You will visit the historic sites … 0
Taste of Bordeaux - Cruise Only	$3699	8	Sep 19, 2024	Board an enchanting 8-day round-trip cruise from Bordeaux to Libourne on the MS Amadolce. Visit the towns of Cadillac, Pauillac, Bourg, Libourne, and … 0
Colors of Provence - Cruise Only	$3699	8	Sep 26, 2024	Embark the MS Amakristina in Arles, France for your week-long cruise through France's legendary wine regions, including Cotes du Rhone, Burgundy and … 0
Castles along the Rhine	$2699	8	Sep 21, 2024	Enjoy this 8-day cruise from Basel to Amsterdam aboard the S.S. Antoinette. Explore Alsace’s culinary and winemaking heritage, and visit historic … 0

6 Best European Food & Wine Tours for 2024-2025

Trip Name	From	Days	Next Departure	Summary
Flavors of Portugal & Spain - Cruise Only	$3699	8	Sep 24, 2024	Embark on an 8-day Douro River cruise aboard the MS Amavida tasting of some of the regions most famous vintages and culinary delights. Take in the … 0
Enticing Douro	$3699	8	Sep 21, 2024	Board the MS Amadouro for this 8-day roundtrip river cruise of the Douro River Valley departing from charming and historic Porto. As you cruise the … 0
Enticing Douro	$4689	11	Sep 18, 2024	Taste wines from historic vineyards on this 11-day Douro River cruise aboard the MS Amadouro. After spending 3 days exploring Lisbon, embark on a … 0
Lisbon & Secrets of the Douro	$9015	11	Oct 16, 2024	Immerse yourself in authentic Lisbon before heading to the Douro aboard Emerald Radiance. Leaving the metropolis of Porto behind, navigate a path … 0
Secrets of the Douro	$8290	8	Oct 19, 2024	Board Emerald Radiance and leave the metropolis of Porto behind, navigate a path through Portugal’s countryside, where vineyards and landmarks … 0
Secrets of the Douro & Lisbon	$9015	11	Nov 9, 2024	Aboard the Emerald Radiance to travel to the Douro, and immerse yourself in real Lisbon. Navigate away across Portugal's countryside to reach … 0

Top 6 Asian Food Trips for 2024-2025

Taste of Thailand

7 Days from $1,533

Taste your way through Thailand on this culinary themed tour! Spend a week hand picking fresh ingredients from local markets, attending authentic cooking classes, tasting local cuisine, and enjoying the friendly culture of this vibrant country. Your itinerary takes you to Bangkok, Chang Khien, Chiang Mai, Koh Kred, Mae Klong Railway Market, and Wat Prathat Doi Suthep.

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Flavors of China

12 Days from $4,535

This 12-day culinary-focused tour of China acquaints you with authentically prepared Peking Duck in Beijing followed by a dumpling feast in the old Chinese capital of Xi'an. Then you'll head south to the Sichuan Province where Chengdu boasts its infamous Hot Pot dinner. The tour ends in Shanghai for a mix of international flavors and cuisine.

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Best of Bali & Lombok

14 Days from $3,897

Your 14-day Bali adventure starts in Denpasar and covers the main highlights of the region, including snorkeling, surfing, a cooking class, visiting local villages, exploring temples, and taking in the picturesque scenery, while visiting popular destinations like Canggu, Kayaputih, Menjangan, Ubud, Lombok, and the Gili Islands.

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Exclusive Thailand

12 Days from $2,978

From Bangkok to Chiang Mai to Phuket, this 12-day Thailand tour includes all the main highlights, like the delicious culinary scene, the vibrant urban environment, the friendly culture, and exclusive access to the southern beaches like Yao Noi.

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2 Best African Food & Wine Travel for 2024-2025

South Africa Luxury Winelands

3 Days from $1,509

From the excellent accommodations at one of the oldest Cape Dutch Farms, Babylonstoren, this luxury 3-day Winelands extension samples wines from South Africa's famous Winelands region. Taste wines from Paarl, Stellenbosch and Franschhoek. This is a great tour to start or end your South Africa experience.

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South Africa Winelands

3 Days from $729

From the comfort of the Avondrood Guest House, enjoy a 3-day Winelands extension to sample some of South Africa's most savory vineyards. Sample fine wines at the estates and vineyards of Paarl, Stellenbosch, and Franschhoek. You will see canal-lined avenues and magnificent examples of Cape Dutch architecture.

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Food & Wine Tour Ideas

Cooking Classes

Every culture has its own unique flavors and cuisine, and these specially designed itineraries feature cooking classes for you to try your hand at making these local dishes. Learn from the masters themselves - chefs and locals - who will show you step by step how to prepare the most famous and savory plates. Our cooking class tours visit …

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Wine Tasting

Wine lovers will rejoice with these tours through the world's most famous wine-producing regions in Europe, South America, United States, South Africa, and Australia. Bask in the European sun as you cruise down the Rhine, Main, Danube, and Moselle Rivers, through the Wachau Valley, where centuries-old vineyards invite you to sample the …

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Local Market Visits

If you've ever been to a local market in a foreign country, then you know that they are among the most vibrant and fascinating places to get to know a country's culture. From the flavorful markets of Thailand, Myanmar, and Vietnam to the artisan markets that South America hosts to the bustling markets of China, Africa, and Europe, you …

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Foodie Travel Guide

What to expect in a Food and Wine experience with Adventure Life

Each culture around the world has a full menu of delicious foods and unique ways to prepare them. These food and wine experiences shine the spotlight on the various cuisines of your destination, allowing more time to appreciate the culinary delights of the region in addition to the daily adventures.

What's a Food & Wine itinerary like?

All of our itineraries feature the staple activities like walking or biking city tours, adventure activities (like hiking & visiting archaeological sites), and plenty of time for relaxation. Our Food & Wine Tours and Cruises also include these activities but also feature opportunities to learn about how the food and wine are made, spend a bit more time allowing you to enjoy the flavors, and even allow you to try your hand at making them with our cooking classes.

Our Favorite Foodie Destinations:

South America - Try ceviche, Peru's most popular seafood dish, empanadas from Argentina, and Churrasco from Brazil.
Europe - From Greece to Italy to France and even Spain, the variations of European and Mediterranean plates will leave your taste buds begging for more!
Asia - Every stop on a Vietnam, Thailand, or Cambodia Mekong River cruise will delight you with new twists on classic flavors. Join cooking classes in Bali, Indonesia, and China.

Our Top Wine Destinations:

Bordeaux - One of France's most famous wine-growing regions. Châteaux, vineyards, and wine tastings abound.
Chile - With a distinctly Mediterranean climate, Chile has gained global acclaim for its exquisite wines.
Wachau Valley (Danube River) - One of the best places to tour vineyards that have been perfecting their craft for centuries.
Red Mountain AVA (Washington, USA) - produces world-class Cabernet Sauvignon, Syrah, Merlot, and other wines.
South Africa - Enjoy exquisite wines from Paarl, Stellenbosch, and Franschhoek.