The reason for going on a wine tour is, of course, to taste good wines and to discover new ones. But just as important, we think, is that wine, when experienced in the place where
We are soon starting the autumn wine tour season. We have lined up many delicious trips. Most of them are already fully booked, but there are still a few places left. My most important thing
This travel special is primarily dedicated to our longest tour, the wine tour in New Zealand. It is of course the furthest away (more on that in a moment) but also the longest in duration.
South America has been making wine for more than 400 years, but its true modern era began only about fifty years ago. Since then, the two giants of the continent, Argentina and Chile, have transformed
Argentina is one of the world’s largest wine countries. Tradition and European influences meet the dramatic landscapes of the Andes. In Mendoza, vineyards spread out at the foot of snow-capped mountains, and modern bodegas like
Argentina is a major wine-producing country, ranking about fifth in the world. It is a country with a long wine tradition. It is certainly a New World country. But it is also strongly influenced by
Embark on an unforgettable South American adventure, exploring the vibrant wine cultures of Argentina and Chile, the continent’s two largest wine-producing countries. These two giants, separated by the majestic Andes, offer distinct identities and world-class
A tour through the wine regions of Argentina and Chile is a feast for the senses with dramatic landscapes, generous people and some of South America’s most exciting wine producers. The tour begins in the
There are, of course, those who love winter, with snow and sleet, short days and evenings in front of the fire (at best). But there are also those who want to enjoy wonderful summer weather,
Touring South America is a great adventure. During our wine tour in January, we explore the two giants of the region, Argentina and Chile, neighbours separated by the mighty Andes. Today, both countries make top-class
South America: a unique wine tour of Chile and Argentina — Join us on a fantastic voyage of discovery in the vineyards of Chile and Argentina, including a breath-taking trip over the Andes. Set on
Our 2026 “winter” wine tours were officially sold out, completely fully booked, and are now all over. Secure your very special tour for 2027 today The wine countries of the New World have been around
It is different to go on a wine tour in the southern hemisphere. For travellers from the northern hemisphere, there is nothing quite like escaping winter to bask in summer sunshine, enjoy the hotel pool
Although Chile and Argentina are geographical neighbours, these two wine giants offer distinct identities. Both their cultural differences and the different growing conditions are evident in the glass. The countries lie on opposite sides of
Our South American tour takes you to Buenos Aires, with a fascinating historic tango show, then to Mendoza, Argentina’s largest wine region, across the border to Chile’s wine regions, and ends in Chile’s capital, Santiago.
It is incredible to travel around South America. Both Chile and Argentina are fascinating wine countries that have developed their wine industry in a positive direction in recent years. We get to know some real
A wine tour to South America is always an adventure. In a good way, I might add. We visit the continent’s two largest wine countries, Argentina and Chile. They are located close to each other
Our wine tour to South America is always an adventure. We visit the continent’s two largest wine countries, Argentina and Chile. They are close to each other and separated by the mighty Andes Mountain range.
Recently returned from this year’s tour to Argentina and Chile, we can’t help but think back on all the experiences during the two weeks. We have tried what many consider to be Chile’s best carmenère
Exactly when is not known for sure but it is believed that the first vineyards were planted in South America in 1551 and the first wine made in 1555. Oddly enough, in Peru! This is
Chile and Argentina are neighbours. They share a very long border, 5,308 kilometres (3,298 miles), all the way down to Tierra del Fuego. But the wine industry is quite different on one side and the
Everyone probably has some inner vision of what it is like in South America. And everyone probably has some small (or big) longing to get there at some point. But what attracts you the most?
Our tour to Argentina and Chile is a wine adventure with many unforgettable experiences. The two countries are neighbours but very different. They have different climatic conditions for viticulture, different styles of the wines, different
“One of the best carmenère I have tasted is from Viña Maquis in the Colchagua Valley of Chile, a wine region known for its red wines, about 200 kilometres south of Santiago. Their Maquis Viola
Our Argentina and Chile wine tour is a 14-day immersion in some of the best wine and food in these two South American countries, while enjoying some spectacular scenery and exciting cities. The tour gives
