Tours

Wine, Cheese, and Chocolate you say??? PERFECTION!  Join Grape Escape as we tour some of our favourite locations for this extra special festival taking place every Friday, Saturday and Sunday from February 13th - March 8th!  Why worry about driving, planning, making reservations when we can take care of all of that for you!

PLEASE NOTE THIS TOUR IS NOT SUITABLE FOR GUESTS WITH DIETARY REQUIREMENTS/ALLERGIES

Tour Includes:

• Pick up and drop off from your accommodation (Niagara on the Lake or Niagara Falls)
• Fun & Knowledgeable Grape Escape Tour Guide with you throughout your tour
• Visit 8 (eight) award winning VQA wineries planned from the list below;
  • Bella Terra Vineyards - Mac & Cheese + Dry Rub Rib paired with Cabernet Merlot Reserve 2023 
  • Between the Lines Winery - Smoked Pork Belly, Cheddar Cornbread, Baja Slaw, Cocoa-Chipotle Mayo paired with 2021 Pinot Noah Reserve
  • Byland Estate Winery - Lemon Baked Cheesecake with Salted Citrus Chantilly paired with Oaked Chardonnay
  • Chateau Des Charmes - Dark Chocolate Smoked Pork Shoulder Slider with Triple Cream Brie and Caramelized Onion Jam paired with Old Vines Cabernet Merlot
  • De Simone Vineyards - Tiramisu with Cream, Savoiardi Biscuit, Cocoa and Coffee paired with 2021 Cabernet Franc
  • Inniskillin Winery - Cocoa Braised Beef Cheeks & Cheezy Polenta paired with Reserve Cabernet Franc
  • Jackson Triggs Niagara Estate - Warm melted Figgy Pudding, layered with Silky Creme Fraiche and Topped with a Tajin Almond Drizzle paired with Sparkline Mostcato
  • Marynissen Estates - Smoked Brisket Chili topped wirh Gunn's Hill Aritsan Shredded Cheese paired with 2022 Cabernet Franc
  • Palatine Hills Estate Winery - Soft Extra Sharp Cheddar Pretzel Drizzled with Dark Chocolate paired with 2024 Lakeshore Merlot
  • Peller Estates Winery - Pear & Goat Cheddar Tartlet with Cabernet Chocolate Mole Sauce paired with Private Reserve Pinot Noir
  • Pillitteri Estates Winery - Niagara Philly Cheesesteak with Seasoned Beef, Sauteed Peppers and Onions, and Mozzerella on a soft Brioche Bun paired with Team Canada Red
  • Queenston Mile Vineyard - Creamy Seafood Bisque with Lobster, Shrimp, and Baby Clams, and a hint of Chili Chocolate paired with 2020 Viognier Estate Reserve
  • Ravine Vineyard - Braised Mole Negro Pork Stew with Crispy Tortilla paired with 2021 Ravine Merlot
  • Reif Estate Winery - Brie and Gruyere Grilled Cheese on Focaccia served with a Bright Cranberry Dip paired with Hanging Man Kerner
  • Riverview Cellars Winery - Crispy Arancini filled with Seasoned Beef and Mozzarella, Served with Marinara Sauce paired with Cabernet Sauvignon 2021
  • Trius Winery - Milk Chocolate Cremeux Bar topper with Maple Candied Pecans - paired with Distinction Cabernet Sauvignon
  • Wayne Gretzky Estates - Milk Chocolate Fudge Bar with Bee Pollen, Toasted Coconut, and Crispy Smoked Bacon paired with Brut Sparkling Wine
• Enjoy a Chocolate, and/or Cheese Inspired Food & Wine Pairing at each location

THIS IS A GROUP TOUR (YOU WILL BE PART OF A GROUP OF MAXIMUM 12 GUESTS)

IF YOU ARE LOOKING FOR A PRIVATE TOUR, PLEASE EMAIL OFFICE@TOURNIAGARAWINERIES.COM FOR A CUSTOM QUOTE

Tours ONLY AVAILABLE FRIDAYS, SATURDAYS & SUNDAYS (FEB 13 - MARCH 8)

11.00am – 5.00pm approx

CAD$189/USD$133 + Tax & Gratuity per person (Niagara on the Lake Pick Up Locations)

CAD$199/USD$139 + Tax & Gratuity per person (Niagara Falls Pick Up Locations)

USD Pricing based on approx $0.70 Exchange Rate

Sample Itinerary

• Hotel Pick Up (10.30am Niagara Falls, 11am NOTL)
• 11.00am - Food & Wine Pairing
• 11.45am - Food & Wine Pairing
• 12.30pm - Food & Wine Pairing
• 1.15pm - Food & Wine Pairing
• 2.00pm - Food & Wine Pairing
• 2.45pm - Food & Wine Pairing
• 3.30pm - Food & Wine Pairing
• 4.15pm - Food & Wine Pairing
• Return to Hotel (5pm NOTL, 5.30pm Niagara Falls)

Cancellation Insurance

We offer Cancellation Insurance ($10 per person) for all Tour Reservations, this can either be purchased at the time of booking, or you can also add this on within 24 hours of making a reservation.

With Cancellation Insurance your are able to cancel your tour, so long as we receive at least 72 hours notice, and receive a FULL refund for the tour cost, less the Cancellation Insurance Fee.  All cancellations must be made in writing, by email replying to your Tour Reservation confirmation.  We will then confirm by email that your request for cancellation has been received and processed.  When you receive this confirmation, the refund will typically show on your card statement within 5-7 Business Days.

See our Cancellation Policy below to decide if you would like to add this on;

Cancellation Policy

• IF YOU BOOKED THROUGH A THIRD PARTY, THEIR CANCELLATION POLICY WILL APPLY
• ALL TOURS ARE 100% NON-REFUNDABLE IF PURCHASED WITHOUT CANCELLATION INSURANCE, BUT CAN BE RESCHEDULED FOR ANY DATE IN THE NEXT 12 MONTHS SUBJECT TO AVAILABILITY. 
• WE NEED AT LEAST 24 HOURS NOTICE FOR ALL REQUESTS TO RESCHEDULE, WHICH MUST BE MADE IN WRITING, BY EMAIL.
• ANY TOUR PURCHASED WITH CANCELLATION INSURANCE WILL BE 100% REFUNDABLE (LESS THE CANCELLATION INSURANCE FEE) IF CANCELLED WITH 72 HOURS NOTICE.
• CANCELLATIONS MUST BE MADE IN WRITING, BY EMAIL.
• We accept VISA & MasterCard. Prices are quoted in Canadian dollars unless otherwise stated. The individual booking the tour is ultimately responsible for payment for the entire group.