Venice is pretty, but wine hills beat it. This exclusive small-group Prosecco day trip takes you out to the Valdobbiadene area for tastings at two family-run wineries, led by Riccardo, a certified sommelier. You’ll taste several styles and eat local food along the way, all with round-trip transport from central Venice.

I love how logistics are handled: you meet at Piazzale Roma and ride out in an air-conditioned vehicle, no car needed and no stressful scheduling. I also love the pacing and variety, because you get multiple Prosecco styles (Brut, Extra Dry, Millesimato, and Rosé) across two wineries rather than doing a quick one-stop pour-and-go.

One thing to consider: you are committing to a full 6-hour block away from Venice, and the day includes plenty of wine and food, which might be too much if you prefer a lighter tasting.

Key points before you go

• Two winery stops in one day means you can compare styles and producers without wasting time.
• A certified sommelier guide (Riccardo) helps you understand what you’re tasting, not just what to buy.
• DOCG Prosecco hills vibe with scenic photo time, so it feels more like a day out than a factory tour.
• Generous tastings plus lunch with salami, cheese, pizza, focaccia, and other local bites.
• Small group, max 15 keeps the pace relaxed and the conversations easier to have.

Getting out of Venice without a car: the real win here

Venice has a way of turning a day into a walking contest. This tour makes a different kind of day easy by meeting you at Piazzale Roma (the main transit hub) at 10:00 am and bringing you back there at the end.

Round-trip transportation from central Venice is a big deal, especially if you’d rather spend your energy on tastings and views than on bus routes and tight connections. The van is air-conditioned, which matters in warmer months.

Also, the tour can depart from Treviso and Conegliano on some schedules. That’s useful if you’re staying outside Venice and want to shorten the transit time.

And yes, it’s described as a private tour, not a shared group experience, with a maximum of 15 people. In practice, the small-group setup is what keeps the day from feeling like a production line.

How the day runs in about 6 hours (and why the timing works)

At 10:00 am, you start from Piazzale Roma. After that, the day is built around two winery visits with guided tastings, plus a photo stop and a light lunch.

You’ll spend enough time at each place to actually learn something and compare wines, but the schedule still moves smoothly. Many of the happiest moments in this style of tour come from the “between” time: the drive conversations about the region, and the scenic pull-offs for pictures.

One practical note: the tour is weather dependent. If conditions are poor, you’ll be offered another date or a full refund, so keep that flexibility in mind when planning your Venice days.

Stop 1 in Valdobbiadene: a family winery tasting with Laura and the vine-to-glass story

Your first winery stop is a small producer experience in the Prosecco hills. Past tastings on this day have included places like Cantina Pietrovecchio, hosted by Laura Pietrovecchio.

This isn’t just a room full of glasses. The best part is the way you walk through the vine-to-glass thinking behind Prosecco production, then tie it directly to what you taste in the moment. If you care about why one bottle tastes drier or more delicate than another, this is where the “aha” moments happen.

You’ll typically taste four wines at the first winery, with styles that fall into the broader Prosecco lineup this tour is built around (Brut, Extra Dry, Millesimato, and Rosé). The tastings are guided, and you get time to ask questions rather than getting hustled to the next bus.

Food at the wineries matters too. Expect charcuterie-style bites—cheese and salami show up often—and enough of a snack foundation that the tasting doesn’t feel like you’re drinking on an empty stomach.

A drawback of this setup: because the pours are generous and the tastings come in a sequence, you’ll want to pace yourself. If you’re the type who likes to swirl and savor slowly, you’ll be happy. If you want a few tastes only, this may feel like a wine-focused day rather than a quick side quest.

Stop 2: La Casa Vecchia, outdoor tasting, and lunch that actually fills you up

The second winery stop continues the comparison theme. Experiences on this tour have included La Casa Vecchia, with host Emanuele and his wife serving food during the outdoor portion of the day.

This stop is often remembered for the atmosphere: tables set outside so you can look over the hills, plus a relaxed, family-run feel. The wine education keeps building, especially because the second winery’s approach complements what you learned at the first stop.

Again, you’ll taste four wines at the second winery. That adds up to a full set of comparisons across two producers, so you can start noticing differences in texture, dryness, and aromatics—without needing any technical background.

Lunch is part of the day here, and it’s not the tiny sandwich version. The menu includes cold cuts like salami and cheese, plus pizza, focaccia, and small bites that can be called pizzicotti or buschette-type snacks depending on how it’s presented. It’s a simple mix, but it works because it matches Prosecco’s acidity and keeps your palate from feeling wiped out.

The best practical tip: treat the lunch as part of the tasting. If you only eat after you finish most wine, you’ll miss the way food changes what you perceive in each glass.

What you taste: Brut, Extra Dry, Millesimato, and Rosé

This tour is built around several Prosecco styles, and that’s why it feels educational rather than random. You should expect tastings across Prosecco Brut, Extra Dry, Millesimato, and Rosé.

Here’s how to get more out of it, even if you’re not a wine nerd.

• Start by noticing dryness. Extra Dry will taste less sharp than Brut, but the balance still matters.
• Then compare the “finer point.” Rosé and Millesimato can feel more aromatic or structured, depending on the producer’s style.
• Keep notes in your head. Not because you’ll write a report, but because your future self will thank you when you’re deciding what to buy.

Because you taste across two wineries, you also get a chance to see how the same broad style label can still taste different. That’s the real value of visiting multiple family producers in one day.

Lunch and snack pairing: why the food matters on a wine day

When people think of wine tours, they focus on bottles. But the day works because of what’s on the table.

The food is classic north-Italian comfort stuff: cold cuts, salami, cheese, pizza, focaccia, and small bites served alongside the tastings. It’s light enough to keep you moving, but substantial enough that the wine has something to work with.

Also, the day has a relaxed pace. That matters because tasting quickly turns into just drinking, not learning. The best versions of this tour give you room to slow down, ask questions, and still feel like the day ends on time.

If you have dietary restrictions, the standard menu is simple, but you should confirm options before you go, since the tour data only lists common items (salami, cheese, pizza, focaccia).

Buying bottles and shipping: how to bring home Valdobbiadene

A quiet advantage of this setup: you have time to buy wines directly from the producers. That’s often the point of a winery day trip—getting bottles you can’t just grab at your local store.

Some experiences on the tour have also included help coordinating shipment of bottles back to the US. That said, shipping processes can vary by winery and situation, so treat it as something you can ask about on the day rather than a guaranteed add-on.

Bring a plan for your purchases. If you’re traveling light, consider how you’ll carry bottles after the tour. If you’re buying cases, ask about packing and transport options early in the day.

Price and value: is $199 fair for what you get?

At $199 per person, you’re paying for more than a tasting. You’re getting:

• transportation round-trip from Venice (air-conditioned vehicle)
• an English-speaking guide plus a certified sommelier host
• visits and guided tastings at two family wineries
• multiple tastings per stop (four wines each)
• a light lunch with local food
• a photo stop included in the schedule

In many wine-tour setups, the price difference comes down to how much time you spend at wineries and whether the tasting is guided. Here, the structure aims to do both without feeling rushed.

Two costs to keep in mind:

• Gratuities are optional and not included.
• On certain dates, people visiting Venice for the day from outside Venice may need to pay a €5 access fee. Check the city access guidance for the applicable days and exemptions.

If you want a day that feels genuinely different from canals and crowds, and you’re okay with wine being a central part of the schedule, the value is strong.

Who this tour suits best (and who might want a different plan)

This Prosecco tour is a good fit if you:

• love Prosecco and want to compare styles without getting overwhelmed
• prefer a small-group day with real human conversation
• want a simple, car-free way to reach the Valdobbiadene hills
• enjoy pairing wine with local food rather than tasting in isolation

It may not be your best choice if you:

• want lots of independent sightseeing in Venice during the same day
• don’t enjoy drinking multiple tastings (the pours can be generous)
• prefer tours where food is minimal and wine is only a brief sample

Should you book this Exclusive Prosecco Wine Tour from Venice?

If you want one excellent Prosecco day trip that combines transport ease, two winery visits, guided tastings, and lunch, I think this is a smart booking. The standout is the way the day is organized around comparison—two family producers, multiple styles, and a guide who helps you make sense of what’s in the glass.

Book it if your ideal vacation day includes hills, wine education, and a relaxed schedule. Skip it if you want a quick, light tasting or you’re trying to stretch Venice sightseeing into every hour of daylight.

FAQ

How long is the Prosecco tour from Venice?

The tour runs about 6 hours.

Where do I meet for the tour?

The meeting point is Piazzale Roma, 30135 Venezia VE, Italy.

What time does the tour start?

Start time is 10:00 am, and the tour ends back at the meeting point.

How much does it cost?

The price is $199.00 per person.

What’s included in the tour price?

You get an air-conditioned vehicle with private transportation, visits and guided tastings at two small family-run wineries (4 wines at each), a light lunch with local food, a photo stop, and an English-speaking guide who is also a certified sommelier. You also have time to purchase wines directly from the producers.

What is not included?

Gratuities are optional and not included. Hotel pick-up and drop-off are also not included.

Is there an access fee for some day visitors to Venice?

On certain dates, people staying outside of Venice who plan to visit for the day may need to pay a €5 access fee. You can check the applicable dates and exemptions at https://cda.ve.it.

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