“Wine Not” Get Away? Five Finger Lakes Getaway Wine Tasting and Winery Touring Packages
Autumn is a wonderful time to visit the Finger Lakes region of western New York. The air is crisp and clear, the harvest is abundant with apples, pumpkins, grapes and other fall delicacies and of course, wineries are bustling with activity. If you’re in the mood for a getaway that takes in wineries or wine tastings and pairings, we suggest the following five fall getaways at some of our favorite Finger Lakes lodgings.
Belhurst's package includes a gourmet food and wine pairing
Belhurst Castle in Geneva: Wine Pairings Package - If you love great food and wine, this is a package you won’t want to resist. Your luxurious overnight stay at beautiful Belhurst Castle is highlighted by a chef-created gourmet meal accompanied by your choice of a guided Canandaigua Wine Pairing, a Seneca Seasonal Wine Pairing or the newly-inspired, limited-time Fall Harvest Wine Pairing Package. Packages start at $307 per couple. Geneva, NY.
You'll have a glorious view of autumn from Eperanza Mansion
Esperanza Mansion in Bluff Point: Wine Tour Package – Relish the rich colors of autumn in the Finger Lakes from the bluff overlooking Keuka Lake as you stay at the stunning historic Esperanza Mansion. Your stay will include a five hour winery tour with complimentary tastings provided by Grapevine Country Tours, and welcoming plate of cheese and crackers upon arrival at the Mansion. Package is valid any night through October 31. Packages start at $325. Bluff Point, NY.
Veraison's Restaurant, photo by Kristian Reynolds
Glenora Wine Cellars in Dundee: Tour, Wine & Dine Package- This wonderful overnight package includes an overnight stay in one of Glenora’s 30 inviting guest rooms and offers a chauffeured tour of Seneca Lake wine country with Grapevine Country Tours, a tour of Glenora Wine Cellars, a picnic pack that includes a bottle of Glenora wine with cheese and crackers, plus a $100 gift certificate to use at the gourmet Veraison’s Restaurant. Valid Sunday through Thursday nights through the end of October. Packages start at $529. Dundee, NY.
Each room at the Inns of Aurora has a beautifully distinctive decor
The Inns of Aurora: Wine Country Getaway – There’s no time like Autumn in the scenic Finger Lakes to enjoy this package that includes a one-night stay at the historic Aurora Inn, a private 6-hour wine tour in a luxury sedan, a picnic basket to accompany you on your tour, dinner and a full breakfast for two the morning following your stay. Rates range from $588 to $813 per couple plus tax & gratuity. (This package is available year-round, excluding holidays). Aurora, NY.
The Springdale Farms B&B package includes two nights accommodations
1820 Springdale Farm Bed & Breakfast in Victor: “Wine Trail Tour de Fore” - Get away to a charming and quiet historic country farm B&B where your delightful two-night stay for two adults will be followed by delicious gourmet country breakfasts each morning. As part of your stay, you’ll get the grand six-hour chauffeured tour by Quality Wine Tours to favorite wineries on the Canandaigua Wine Trail, other popular Finger Lakes wine trails and destinations of interest. Packages start at $595 for two nights and include wine tour gratuity. No expiration date on package availability. Victor, NY.
Please note: In some cases, there may be an additional charge for tax and gratuities.
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