New York Winery Tours and Luxury Transportation

New York is home to some of the best wine regions in the entire nation, so it’s only fair you take a day or two to tour its gorgeous vineyards and taste its most decadent wines. While the fresh air, charming sommeliers, and rich notes will make the experience unforgettable, it’s important you make the right decisions when choosing tours and transportation.

This guide explains how you can accomplish just that.

4 Tips for the Best Wine Tasting Experience

If you remember nothing else from this journey, keep these 4 tips in mind.

Opt for Guided Tours Whenever Possible

While there are plenty of occasions when self-led tours may better suit your schedule, guided tours offer you a world of information and experience. You learn much more about the vineyards, the work that goes into crafting the perfect wine, and the story that has sustained the winery.

Guided tours elevate your wine tasting experience beyond a simple sip and savor, and you leave with richer memories of your trip. They may also offer a greater “bang for your buck” by giving you a deal on a variety of experiences and access to exclusive locations that are not open to self-guided patrons.

Check Out Multiple Wineries in the Area

The best winery tours explore multiple locations, giving you a full feel of the diverse history of a region. If you have time, look for a tour that visits several wineries in an area.

The Hudson Valley is home to some of the oldest vineyards in the country, with the acres and winemakers weaving rich stories and elegant wines for you to experience. From touring the oldest wine cellars in the United States at the Brotherhood Winery to witnessing the intersection of science and tradition at Whitecliff Vineyard and Winery, there’s a lot to explore.

Similarly, the North Fork of Long Island is often overlooked as tourists flock further south. You could easily fill a weekend indulging in the small-batch wines that Bedell Cellars specializes in before a private Rosé tasting suite lunch at Macari Vineyards.

Of course, fitting everything together is easier said than done. Here at GoodLimo, we’re always happy to use local knowledge to recommend wineries or wine tasting tours that won’t disappoint.

Know When and Where You’re Going to Eat

Drinking wine on an empty stomach is a recipe for disaster. Luckily, many of these vineyards have places to eat on-site or can direct you to a fantastic local restaurant. If not, our knowledgeable drivers are more than happy to recommend their own favorite spots.

By planning your meals ahead of time, you don’t need to worry about where you’ll dine. Take this opportunity to indulge in local cuisine, or pack a picnic to enjoy while taking in the beauty of the vineyard.

Choose the Right Transportation Service

Wine tastings are meant to be blissful, stress-free experiences, and trying to navigate in an unfamiliar area or choosing the wrong transportation service can leave a sour note on your trip. By choosing a knowledgeable, reputable service everyone is free to enjoy the tasting.

When looking at transportation services, consider:

• How much experience the company has in the area
• How detailed the reviews are
• Whether their vehicles fit your expectations of luxury

At GoodLimo, our drivers are more than ready to get you where you need to go safely and on time. Our fleet includes luxurious charter buses and sprinter vans, fully equipped with entertainment systems, Wi-Fi, refreshments, and more to make sure your trip is nothing less than excellent.

Recommendations for a Luxury Wine Experience

Wine tasting goes beyond showing up and sipping some vino.

Start your tour early, especially if you’re limiting yourself to a single day. While many vineyards don’t open their gates until 11 a.m., you need to leave room for travel and likely want to visit a few places before those gates shut. There’s nothing worse than hitting your groove and realizing you won’t have time to keep the momentum going. At GoodLimo, we’ll be there to keep you right on schedule.

Make sure you hydrate before your first tasting and throughout the day. Even if you’re only sipping the wine, it’s easy to become dehydrated and dampen your mood with a headache or bout of dizziness. Take advantage of the stocked fridges in our GoodLimo vehicles to rehydrate between tastings.

We also encourage you to check out other activities and attractions in the area. Wine regions are also rich in local farms that sell fresh fruit, flowers, and homemade goods, and your wineries may even feature these treats themselves. When planning your trip, be on the lookout for other ways you can indulge in the rich culture of the locale.

How to Secure the Best Private Wine Tour

Many vineyards offer walk-ins without a reservation, but the real magic waits for you in a private wine tour. These usually have limited availability and require you to book ahead, so research is key.

You may not need a private tour at every winery you visit, but we recommend you choose at least one to have this more intimate experience. Consider what each vineyard has to offer, especially special wines that aren’t on their flight menu that you may want to try.

If you want an all out experience, consider a private multi-wine tour that cultivates your entire experience and offers you an in-depth look at the best wineries in the region. These tours are often led by fantastic sommelier guides and may even take care of your meals for each day, fully immersing you in your trip.

Budgeting Your Luxury Wine Tours Cost

Wine tasting tours vary greatly in price depending on the level of luxury you desire. Most start around $20 to $35 per person for a group tour and tasting of 5 wines, but the price increases if you want to sip other selections or desire a more personal experience. Most wineries have their flight menus online so you can budget in advance.

Keep in mind you often get a decent discount when purchasing bottles directly from the winery, so the tour may pay for itself.

While it’s not a guarantee, visiting during weekdays or in slower seasons like late winter and early spring may make your trip more affordable. Even better, less visitors during these times often enable a more personal experience.

Make sure you book your tours in advance, especially if the wineries you choose require reservations or offer special events around the year. This helps you beat last-minute pricing and lets you figure out your schedule ahead of time.

Your budget should include room for transportation, and you should secure your ride at the same time you plan your trip. Booking in advance prevents last-minute reliance on taxis or ridesharing companies and secures a luxurious experience.

GoodLimo offers online quotes and reservations, or you can call us to learn more information about booking and pricing.

Let GoodLimo Upgrade Your Luxury Wine Tasting Experience

The transportation company you choose can make or break your experience. By choosing GoodLimo, you have access to our extensive knowledge of the area and hand your transportation worries over to us.

Our fleet includes a variety of luxury vehicles equipped to meet anyone’s vibe, from classic sprinter vans to party-style charter buses and even sleek jet limo executive buses. With 14 seats, everyone can get in on the rich experiences New York’s wine regions have to offer.

GoodLimo can even assist with other experiences, including airport transfers or transportation to concerts or sports events. We strive to keep your trip as stress-free as possible.

If you have any questions about winery tours we recommend or services we offer, please don’t hesitate to fill out a reservation inquiry online or call us at 1(646)-814-4646.