Is prior wine knowledge required?

No, the tour is designed for all levels, from novices to wine enthusiasts.

Can I purchase wine during the visit?

Yes, visitors can buy bottles directly from the estate’s shop after the tour.

Are children allowed?

Children are welcome, but the tastings and activities are geared towards adults.

Do I need to book in advance?

It's recommended to reserve your spot ahead of time to secure your preferred date.

Is the tour suitable for mobility-impaired visitors?

Please inform the staff in advance to make necessary accommodations.

Dress comfortably and appropriately for outdoor and indoor settings.

Wine & Vineyard Tour at Farm Experiences & Tours | Farm | Winery

Set amidst a sprawling 90-hectare estate, the Making Wine like a Winemaker experience offers a fascinating window into the art of wine crafting. Located in a region renowned for its lush vineyards and historic olive groves, this farm-based adventure combines scenic beauty with immersive learning. Visitors start their journey wandering through rows of grapevines, where seasoned vintners share insights into the cultivation practices that produce premium wines. As the sun dapples the landscape, guests can indulge in a delightful picnic nestled among the vines, sampling local cheeses, bread, and fresh produce. The tour continues with a visit to the winery and aging cellars, revealing the intricate process behind wine production—crushing, fermentation, barrel-aging, and bottling. Guests are often invited to participate in guided tastings, sampling a range of handcrafted wines, each with its own story and regional character. Those seeking a more indulgent experience can opt for meal pairing sessions in cozy dining rooms that highlight the area's culinary traditions. This farm offers a compelling blend of education, relaxation, and gastronomy, making it a distinctive part of the local agricultural scene. Its scenic landscape and rich history distinguish it from other winery experiences, providing visitors with not only a taste of the region’s finest wines but also a deeper connection to its farming roots. Whether you're a wine novice or connoisseur, this destination promises a memorable journey through one of the region’s most enduring traditions.

About Farm Experiences & Tours

Farm Experiences & Tours is a Portugal-based operator located in Santa Bárbara, Lisboa, offering curated farm and winery experiences across multiple European regions. Featured on The Adventure Collective, the company connects travelers with rural producers through guided tastings, cellar tours, picnics, and farm lunches. Their program includes wine tastings in Lourinhã (3- and 6-wine options), a picnic winery experience, Sicilian olive oil experiences with farm lunches, Tuscan Chianti Classico tastings and lunches, Provence wine and goat cheese tours, and a coffee farm experience in Las Palmas.

Each itinerary focuses on direct engagement with producers: guided vineyard walks, explanations of winemaking and olive oil harvesting techniques, tasting masterclasses, and estate-hosted meals. Experiences are presented as day tours or on-site visits to family-run estates and châteaux, emphasizing regional flavors and landscape settings.

Farm Experiences & Tours uses trip descriptions and on-site programs supplied by partner farms and wineries; the operator showcases factual, location-specific experiences such as Montevago olive oil production, Chianti Classico tastings, and Lourinhã vineyard visits. Guests are encouraged to review individual trip details for accessibility, duration, and booking terms.

By featuring a diverse selection—wineries, olive farms, a coffee plantation, and goat cheese pairings—the operator provides verified rural culinary experiences suitable for wine lovers, culinary travelers, and nature enthusiasts seeking authentic, producer-led activities in and beyond Portugal. Information on group size limits, seasonal availability, and meal inclusions is provided for each listing to help travelers plan. Local partners include small estates and producers who host tastings and lunches on-site throughout Portugal.