15 Cycling Wine Tours Around the World to Build an Afternoon Around

1.Tuscany Bike Tours Through the Chianti Hills with Wine Tasting

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 1,300 reviews · 6 hours (approx.) · from $145Our pick

Leave Florence by van for a guided ride through Chianti’s vineyards, olive groves, and winding roads. Guides such as Ben, Angus, Alessio, and Filippo lead the route, with a support van for the steepest hill. Finish at a medieval castle with wine, olive oil, and lunch.

“Angus was so friendly and knowledable. My family of 4 had a great time. The views were amazing, very worth the ride. There was a stretch at the end of the ride that was quite challenging so keep that in mind if taking young children.”

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2.Rome by Night – Ebike Small Group Tour – Food and Wine (Option)

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 1,275 reviews · 4 hours (approx.) · from $71

Spend four hours cycling Rome after sunset with a guide such as Bruno, Elias, or Duarte. You’ll ride from Monti through the historic center and Vatican City, pause for Roman sights, then share food and wine before finishing near the Colosseum. Basic bike skills are required.

“We had the best time on our tour. A really lovely way to see the city pockets. Very informative! Loved our guide Elias.😊”

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3.Rome by Night: E-bike Small Group Tour -Food & Wine (Option)

★★★★★★★★★★4.9 · 1,233 reviews · 3 minutes - 4 hours · from $69

Ride through Rome after sunset with guides such as Adriana, Duarte, Bruno, or Felipe, stopping at the Colosseum, Vatican, Trevi Fountain, Pantheon, and more. The food and wine option adds a local tasting of cheese and salumi, with vegetarian, vegan, gluten-free, and no-pork choices.

“I really enjoyed this tour and it is a great way to see the city. The guide Bruno was excellent.”

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4.Wachau Valley Wine Tasting Bike Tour from Vienna

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 829 reviews · 11 hours (approx.) · from $163

You’ll take the metro and train from central Vienna to Krems, then cycle about 25 kilometers along the Danube through vineyards and villages. Two winery tastings, Dürnstein, a castle hike, and an optional swim fill the day. Guides such as Szana, Tim, Sina, and Felipe may lead the tour.

“A great tour! Tim did a great job mitigating some unforeseen circumstances. We were fortunate to visit the small winery of his personal friend; and it was magical. Make sure to pack a water bottle and sun protection!”

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5.Private Self-Guided E-Bike Ride in Tuscany with Vineyard Visit

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 775 reviews · 4 to 7 hours (approx.) · from $96

Pick up an e-bike from John and the E-Bikes Florence team, then follow a GPS route through Florence, Fiesole, olive groves, forest, and country roads to a boutique vineyard. You will need solid bike skills, but the pedal assist makes the hills manageable.

“Very friendly owner and the ride across Tuscany was memorable and scenic. The winery served many good wines”

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6.Saint-Emilion Electric Bike Day Tour with Wine Tastings & Lunch

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 696 reviews · 8 to 9 hours (approx.) · from $217

Ride quiet vineyard roads from Bordeaux to Saint-Émilion with a small group of up to 10. Visit two estates, taste local wines, share a picnic lunch, and explore the medieval village. Guides such as Maude, Pauline, Vincent, and Taylor add wine and regional insight.

“Wonderful experience. Beautiful ride to 2 wineries. Nice lunch with chacheterie and wine. Tour through St Emillion followed by wine tastings in a shop. Definitely recommend”

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7.Burgundy Bike Tour with Wine Tasting from Beaune

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 674 reviews · 7 hours (approx.) · from $253

Spend seven hours cycling from Beaune through Burgundy’s vineyards and village roads. Your guide, often Eric, Valentine, Theo, Paul, or Cédric, handles the route and wine lessons. The day includes a castle pass, historic cellar tasting, French lunch, a second winery, and transfers.

“Wow, what an experience. Unforgettable ride through the vines & village’s near Beaune. Had a great family joining us & our guide Paul was very knowledgeable & made the day very special. A must do !!”

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8.Barcelona E-Bike Small Group Tour with Tapas & Wine Tasting

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 638 reviews · 3 hours 30 minutes (approx.) · from $72

Ride an easy electric bike through Barcelona with a local guide such as Aleix, Julio, Rory, or Oriol. Visit Born, Ciutadella, Port Olímpic, Barceloneta, Port Vell, and La Rambla, then enjoy tapas, cava, and wine. The flat route suits first-time visitors and casual cyclists.

“The whole experience was really fantastic. The ebikes were very convenient and I enjoyed the stops that we made. We were given time to take pictures and given a lot of great information by our tour guide. Oriole was funny and knowledgeable. The Tapas and wine came at the very end of the tour when we return the bikes and went to a nearby restaurant. The food was good and we got to try Cava and one glass of wine. I would have enjoyed several more stops with food but overall a great tour.”

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9.Self-Guided Wine Tours by Bike with Lorelle & Greg

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 304 reviews · from $43

Start in Renwick with Lorelle, Greg, or their team, choose a comfortable step-through bike, and follow quiet roads to nearby cellar doors. Your day includes a map, winery video, helmet, hi-vis vest, wine panniers, shuttle pickup, emergency support, and free wine collection. Tastings and lunch cost extra.

“Just the most amazing way to see the local wine cellar doors. Lorelle and Greg are fantastic hosts and they really know how to put you at ease even if you haven’t ridden a bike for a while. Don’t think about it, just do it. We were picked up froRead more”

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10.Naples Scenic E-Bike Ride to a Local Vineyard with Meal

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 288 reviews · 4 hours (approx.) · from $95

Ride a pedal-assisted e-bike from Naples through Pozzuoli and the Phlegrean Fields with guides such as Alessandro, Max, or Guido. Stop at Roman ruins, volcanic sites, and Lake Averno before a family-run vineyard visit with wine and local antipasti. Road cycling experience is required.

“Max was an excellent guide and instructor for someone who had only been on an E Bike for maybe 5 minutes prior. Safety first but loved riding in the hills and off road to the winery! Would highly recommend and do it again!🍷”

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11.Kelowna Wine Tour by E-bike, Okanagan Valley Views and Lunch

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 277 reviews · 4 to 5 hours (approx.) · from $123

Start at Lakeside Eco-Sports in downtown Kelowna, where Gareth or a team member explains the e-bike and navigation app. Ride past Gyro Beach and into the hills for three winery stops, including honey wine and a farm-to-table lunch. Panniers carry purchases, and you return to the same shop.

“A fantastic way to see Kelowna on bike and from up in the hills whilst sampling some great wines in a very relaxed environment. The E bikes are very user friendly with easy to use route planner and do a great job of getting you up the hills plus there are plenty of safe bike lanes. Gareth and his team were excellent and made it a memorable day.”

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12.Historical Bike Tour & Wine Tasting

★★★★★★★★★★4.9 · 248 reviews · 4h 30m · from $92

Ride from Stellenbosch into Jonkershoek Valley with an English-speaking guide, stopping at two wine estates for tastings, a cellar tour, and wine paired with chocolate. You can choose a standard bicycle or book an e-bike for the hills. Guides include Marshall, Sevi, Tayne, and Lance.

“Great guide (thank you Michael). Very knowledgeable and friendly. Wine tasting took place in stunning vineyards and the second was paired with delicious chocolates.”

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13.Marlborough: Full-Day Self-Guided Biking Wine Tour

★★★★★★★★★★4.7 · 221 reviews · 1 day · from $41

Start with hotel pickup, a safety briefing, bike, helmet, lock, and a practical wine map. Then cycle the flat back roads near Renwick, choosing from up to 12 wineries within 3 kilometers. Rory, Roo, Andy, or another Explore Marlborough host may help plan your route.

“Great day spent biking to various wineries for tastings. Beautiful scenery was a plus.”

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14.Self-Guided Biking Wine Tour (full day) in the Marlborough Region.

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 206 reviews · from $43

You’ll be collected from your Blenheim or Renwick accommodation and taken to The Vines Village, where Andy, Roo, Matt, or another Explore Marlborough team member fits your bike and explains the routes. Ride between nearby cellar doors at your own pace, with free bottle collection and backup if your bike fails.

“Despite the cold and rain, they were cheerful and helpful. 100% opt for the e-bike, especially if weather isn’t looking great, as it made it far more enjoyable.”

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15.Santa Barbara Vineyard to Table Taste Tour by E-Bike

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 157 reviews · from $199

Travel from Santa Barbara to Santa Ynez Valley with guide William or another professional guide, then ride a Rad Power e-bike through vineyards, Solvang, and country roads. The seven-hour day includes two wine tastings, olive oil, lavender, lunch, a bike, helmet, and round-trip transport.

“This is a great way to see the Santa Barbara wine country. William is a terrific and knowledgable guide and his e-bikes are some of the best I've experienced--very smooth and easy to ride and operate. The first part of this tour (about 3-3.5 hours) is an e-bike tour of the reRead more”

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