Full-Day Wine Tour from Istanbul

Discover the wines of Turkey’s Kirklareli region on this full-day wine tour from Istanbul! Travel into the foothills of the Strandja Mountains in the historical region of Thrace, and visit four boutique wineries to sample their signature varieties, many produced using cabernet sauvignon, zinfandel and merlot grapes. Sample four wines at each stop and learn about their production, attributes and ideal food pairings from your winery hosts.

Leave your centrally located Istanbul hotel by air-conditioned coach and head to Turkey’s beautiful Kirklareli region in the heart of historical Thrace. Enjoy the views of rural Turkey as you travel and hear interesting facts about Kirklareli’s wine-growing heritage and the Thracian peoples who first planted vines here in the 2nd century AD.

After around 2 hours, stop at Poyrali to stretch your legs and look around this sleepy village. Then, climb the scenic road to the acclaimed Chamlija Winery perched high at 2,790 feet (850 meters) above sea level in the Strandja mountains. Absorb the magnificent views as you taste a selection of its wines, made from the reisling, pinot noir and other grapes of its vineyards.

Next, continue to nearby Vino Dessera, a boutique winery situated on the ancient Thracian wine route between Kirklareli and the Aegean Sea. Sample some of its varieties, including its prized Sauvignon Cris, a creamy clone of Sauvignon Blanc, and sit down to a hearty lunch accompanied by unlimited wine! See the Itinerary for a sample menu.

After lunch, visit the Chateau Nuzun winery near the village of Cesmeli. Overlooking rolling hills of vineyards, this organic winery ages its wines in French oak barrels. Savor some of its signature wines — cabernet sauvignon, merlot, zinfandel and pinot noir — as your host explains their production and gives you tips on the art of wine tasting.

With your final tasting done, return to Istanbul where your tour ends with a drop-off at your hotel.

Informacion Adicional
"Minimum age is 18 years"
"Wheelchair accessible"
"Stroller accessible"
"Near public transportation"
"Infant seats available"
"Surfaces are wheelchair accessible"
"Most travelers can participate"
"This experience requires good weather. If it’s canceled due to poor weather, you’ll be offered a different date or a full refund"
"This experience requires a minimum number of travelers. If it’s canceled because the minimum isn’t met, you’ll be offered a different date/experience or a full refund"
"This tour/activity will have a maximum of 20 travelers"
"Confirmation will be received at time of booking, unless booked within 9 days of travel. In this case confirmation will be received within 48 hours, subject to availability"



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Full-Day Wine Tour from Istanbul
1/1/2024 - 12/31/2024

Wednesday :

07:00 AM - 08:00 AM

Saturday :

07:00 AM - 08:00 AM

Duration: 12 Hours
Start location: Sirkeci Mansion Hotel, Hoca Paşa, Taya Hatun Sk No:5, 34110 Fatih/İstanbul, Türkiye
Traveler pickup is offered
We can also pick you up from your hotel if located in Sultanahmet (old city area) or Taksim.

We depart at 8:00 am. from your hotel.

Please advise us of your hotel details after completed your booking.

Cancellations and refunds: All sales are final and incur 100% cancellation penalties.

Included

• Hotel pickup and drop-off
• Air-conditioned vehicle
• Professional tour guide
• Tasting of 3 different wines at each winery

Not Included

• Gratuities
• Lunch

Facilities