Venice to Prosecco: Wine Region Tour with Tastings & Lunch

Summary

Rolling vineyards, family cellars and laughter over prosecco glasses

You’ll leave Venice behind for a day trip through the Prosecco wine region, tasting fresh prosecco at two family-run wineries with local guides sharing their stories. Enjoy a light lunch of regional flavors among rolling vineyards and learn how each glass is made—sometimes with laughter or silence between sips. The memories linger longer than you’d expect.

What’s the experience like?

The first thing I noticed was how the air changed after we left Venice behind—less salt, more green, and this faint sweetness I couldn’t place. Our guide, Luca, waved us into the minivan at Piazzale Roma (right by Il Vinatier), grinning like he knew what we were in for. The drive out to the Prosecco wine region was quiet at first—everyone kind of lost in their own thoughts or maybe just watching the vines start to appear outside the window. It’s funny how quickly city noise fades when you’re surrounded by those soft hills near Valdobbiadene and Conegliano. I kept thinking: is this really just an hour from Venice?

At the first winery, the owner’s hands were stained a little purple—he’d been checking barrels that morning. He poured us three different proseccos (I still can’t pronounce “Glera” right), each one with its own story. There was something about tasting it right there, with sunlight sneaking through old windows and a plate of salty cheese on the table, that made it all feel less like a tour and more like being let in on a family secret. Lunch was simple but perfect—fresh bread, local salami, something green I still don’t know the name of—and we laughed about my attempt at Italian (“grazie mille” always sounds better in my head).

The second stop was quieter; vines stretched out forever under a sky that threatened rain but never quite delivered. Here we learned about the Charmat method (which is less romantic than it sounds but apparently crucial for real prosecco). I liked how our guide didn’t rush—he let us take photos leaning against old stone walls or just stand there breathing it all in. The last glass tasted different somehow—maybe because by then we’d heard so many stories from people who actually live off these hills. Or maybe it was just me getting sentimental. Either way, I still think about that view sometimes when I open a bottle back home.

Step-by-step itinerary

Day 1 — Prosecco wine tour and tastings

• Meet guide at Piazzale Roma
• Quick photo stop
• Visit traditional winery and wine tasting
• Enjoy light lunch with local products
• Second winery visit and wine tasting

Top questions

Where does the Prosecco wine tour from Venice start?

The tour starts at Piazzale Roma in Venice, near restaurant Il Vinatier.

How long does it take to reach the Prosecco region from Venice?

It takes about an hour by private minivan to reach the Prosecco wine region from Venice.

What’s included in this day trip to the Prosecco region?

The tour includes two winery visits with tastings (three glasses at each), a light lunch with local products, snacks during tastings, and transport by minivan.

Is lunch included on this Prosecco wine tour?

Yes, a light lunch featuring typical and seasonal products is included during the tour.

Are there any age restrictions for joining this tour?

Children under 14 years old cannot join this activity; underage customers must be accompanied by an adult.

Does the tour run if it rains?

The Prosecco wine region tour runs rain or shine unless there are extreme weather events or unforeseen circumstances.

Will I meet local winemakers on this tour?

Yes, you’ll meet producers at both wineries who share stories about their family production and methods.

Can people with food allergies join?

Please inform organizers of any food intolerance or allergy in advance so they can accommodate you where possible.

What’s included

Your day includes pickup at Piazzale Roma in Venice, private minivan transport through rolling vineyard hills, guided visits to two traditional wineries with three glasses of prosecco at each stop plus snacks for pairing, and a light lunch featuring seasonal local dishes before heading back to Venice together.