Curated Finger Lakes Wine Tours, Guided Hikes & Private Chef Experiences — Based in Ithaca

Experience Finger Lakes: Curated Wine Tours, Guided Hikes, and Private Dining in Ithaca, NY

Experience Finger Lakes operates from Ithaca, New York, offering curated Finger Lakes experiences that combine regional wine, food, and outdoor exploration. Key offerings include wine tours on Cayuga Lake and Keuka Lake, guided waterfalls and gorges hikes, sommelier‑led wine education, and private chef‑paired dining.

Popular Trip Types

• Cayuga Lake Wine Tours — The Curated Cayuga Westside Wine Discovery Tour visits Buttonwood Grove, Six Eighty Cellars, and Bet the Farm with elevated tastings and organized lunch and transportation recommendations. This Cayuga Lake wine tour focuses on planned visits to west‑side wineries.
• Keuka Lake Pairing Tours — The Curated Keuka Lake Fine Foods and Wine Pairing tour is listed among offerings for food‑and‑wine pairing experiences on Keuka Lake.
• East Seneca Lake Tours — A Guided EAST SENECA Lake Wine Tour with Lunch is included in the catalog of tours for the greater Finger Lakes wine region.
• Guided Waterfalls & Gorges Hikes — The Ithaca is Gorges & Waterfalls Guided Natural History Hikes provide 1.5‑hour guided walks with routes to Taughannock Falls or through Enfield Gorge and interpretive naturalist commentary.
• Private Chef‑Somm Experiences — Private Chef‑Somm Wine‑Paired Lunch or Dinner Experiences pair regional chefs with Certified Sommelier Laura Winter Falk for multi‑course meals in private venues or homes.
• Wine Education — The Ithaca Community Wine Course: Demystifying French Wine is a weekly series led by certified sommelier Dr. Laura Winter Falk that explores French regions, tastings, and food pairings.
• Custom Tours — A CUSTOM TOUR option is available to tailor itineraries for private groups, special occasions, or specific interests.

Why Choose These Finger Lakes Tours?

• Focused local knowledge: itineraries emphasize Finger Lakes wineries, scenic viewpoints, and natural attractions near Ithaca.
• Sommelier‑led education: wine classes and private meals involve certified sommelier instruction and curated pairings.
• Flexible private options: private chef dining and custom tours allow for tailor‑made schedules and locations.

Practical Information

• Location: Ithaca, New York, serving Cayuga Lake, Keuka Lake, Seneca Lake areas and nearby gorges.
• Trip logistics: organized tasting reservations, lunch recommendations, and coordination with local partners are part of listed offerings.

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Finger Lakes tours, Ithaca wine tours, Cayuga Lake wine tour, Keuka Lake food and wine pairing, Ithaca waterfalls hike, private chef sommelier, French wine course Ithaca, guided gorges hike.

For details on availability, dates, and booking, refer to the Experience Finger Lakes listing on The Adventure Collective and official trip descriptions to confirm current itineraries, inclusions, and pricing.