Three Exclusive Wine Tasting Experiences in a San Francisco-Style Trolley
This new guided wine tour includes three curated wine tasting and food pairing experiences at select Niagara wineries aboard Vintage Hotels’ new trolley. Travel along the scenic Niagara Parkway and popular wine routes exploring the Old Town, local vineyards and fruit orchards while a knowledgeable tour director shares local history and points of interest.
Tours are exclusive to hotel guests and can be added to room reservation or getaway booking.
Guests of Harbour House are invited to board from Queen’s Landing and guests of Shaw Club and Charles Hotel are invited to board from Prince of Wales.
Vintage Hotels Wine Trolley Tour Add-On Rate
$150* per person | Until March 31, 2026
Schedule:
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11:45 a.m. Pickup from Pillar and Post
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11:55 a.m. Pickup from Prince of Wales
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12:00 p.m. Pickup from Queen’s Landing
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12:20 p.m. Bella Terra Vineyards
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1:20 p.m. The Hare Wine Co. Tasting
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2:20 p.m. Château des Charmes Estate Winery Tasting
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3:10 p.m. Board for the return trip
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3:30–4:00 p.m. Drop-off at each hotel
Tours depart once daily, seven days a week and are approx. 4 hours in length.
Tasting Locations
Bella Terra Vineyard
“From Vine to Vintage Tasting Experience”
Nestled amongst the sprawling vineyards of the prestigious Four Mile Creek sub-appellation, Bella Terra Vineyards sits on a 50-acre grape farm that has been tended to by the Puglisi family since 1974. Known for their rich Cabernets and elegant white wines, this family-owned winery is headed by Luciano (Lou) Puglisi who draws on grape-growing knowledge and experience that has been handed down from one generation to the next. As you sip any one of Bella Terra’s wines, you are tasting three generations of grape-growing and winemaking experience. Enjoy a guided tasting of a selection of three wines and a fun “Jar-cuterie” as you learn about the history of the winery and its winemaking philosophy.
The Hare Wine Co
“Experiences, Well-Poured” Tasting Experience
Escape to The Hare Wine Co. and enjoy an intimate food and wine experience in their VIP area or patio (weather permitting). Enjoy a flight of four wines paired with a charcuterie board loaded with locally sourced artisanal meats, cheeses and crostini. Kick things off with the soft effervescent Crown Land Sparkling, a blend of Riesling & Muscat, it is the perfect palate cleanser for the bold flavours ahead. Jump into a glass of their light, crisp and food friendly Frontier Pinot Grigio. Try tasting it with the Capocollo for a gorgeous and well-balanced pair. Or better yet, bring out the herbaceous undertones in the wine by pairing it with the Mountain Oak Wild Nettle Gouda. Next, sample a glass of the Frontier Dry Riesling which is the perfect partner for the Mountain Oak Traditional Gouda and thinly sliced Prosciutto Salami – salty vs a touch of sweet! Finally, try the medium-bodied Crown Land Cabernet Franc with the locally sourced Cacciatorino Salami or Thornloe Aged Cheddar. Watch how the fats in this traditional pairing mellow the tannins in this velvety smooth red!
Château des Charmes Estate Winery
“Exclusive Wine & Chocolate Journey”
Château des Charmes’ private host will walk you through a decadent journey of wine and chocolate pairings. Their Rosé Sparkling, Traditional Method will be paired with ruby chocolate which is made from an existing botanical cocoa bean varietal that has just the right attributes to be processed naturally into a sweet and sour bite. Next, their Chardonnay Paul Bosc Estate is paired with a sea salt caramel with milk chocolate that blends savoury and sweet hints in one rich and delightful flavour. Exotic passion fruit that delivers a sweet and tangy exotic experience to your palate is the perfect pairing for their Gamay Noir “Droit” from St. Davids Bench. And lastly, their Cabernet Icewine Paul Bosc Estate will be paired with white Belgian chocolate, a combination of luscious white chocolate with a drizzle of ruby chocolate.
*Plus HST. Advance reservations are required and guaranteed 24 hours before departure, as space is very limited. Limited to hotel guests. Must be 19 years or older to participate. Offer subject to change without notice.
**Some blackout dates may apply.
