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The 15 Best Cheese Tastings

28 tours  ·  from $18 a head

This is the shortlist you would send a friend: 15 cheese tastings worth the money, each with its price, its traveller verdict and the one thing to check before you commit.

Krakow–Zakopane: Cable Car, Chocholow Baths, Cheese & Vodka - Pickup from Krakow and the road south
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Krakow–Zakopane: Cable Car, Chocholow Baths, Cheese & Vodka

1.Zakopane: Cable Car, Chocholow Baths, Cheese & Vodka

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 10,720 reviews · 11 to 12 hours (approx.) · from $54Our pick

Travel from Krakow into the Tatra foothills for a Gubalowka funicular ride, highlander cheese and regional alcohol tasting, free time in Zakopane, and three hours at Chochołow Baths. Guides such as Bart, Mirek, Simon, and Niko are praised for clear communication and good humor.

“The tour operator, and Niko - fantastic! Very chatty, and an easy to communicate with. Only downside was that hearing Niko on the bus was difficult, would suggest a better sound system when making announcements. However communication was spot on, and easy to chat via WhatsApp. The tour itself was very average, and could have done with less time in the mountain villages, as the stops were nothing special.”

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Krakow–Zakopane: Cable Car, Chocholow Baths, Cheese & Vodka - Pickup from Krakow and the road south
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Krakow–Zakopane: Cable Car, Chocholow Baths, Cheese & Vodka

2.Zakopane: Cable Car, Chocholow Baths, Cheese & Vodka

★★★★★★★★★★4.8 · 8,989 reviews · 11 hours · from $26

Spend 11 hours beyond Krakow with a highlander cheese and vodka tasting, a Gubałówka funicular ride, free time in Zakopane, and three hours at Chocholow Thermal Baths. Guides such as Mirek, Bart, and Haroune are known for clear WhatsApp updates and smooth timing.

“trip fantastic well worth it host on bus was fantastic”

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Amsterdam: Guided Zaanse Schans, Windmills & Cheese Tour - Leaving Amsterdam from Stationsplein 4
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Amsterdam: Guided Zaanse Schans, Windmills & Cheese Tour

3.Guided Zaanse Schans, Windmills & Cheese Tour

★★★★★★★★★★4.4 · 4,826 reviews · 3.5 hours · from $22

Travel by comfortable coach from Amsterdam Central to Zaanse Schans with a live guide such as Rob, Anna, or Eveline. Watch clogs being made, taste Dutch cheese, stroll among historic windmills, and return in time for more Amsterdam sightseeing. Add a canal cruise voucher if you choose that option.

“The tour was really nice and organized Tour guide was really lovely and funny and very informative I recommend the trip”

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Krakow: Zakopane Cable Car, Vodka, Cheese & Hot Springs Tour - Zakopane and the short ride up Gubałówka
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Krakow: Zakopane Cable Car, Vodka, Cheese & Hot Springs Tour

4.Zakopane Cable Car, Vodka, Cheese & Hot Springs Tour

★★★★★★★★★★4.9 · 1,832 reviews · 11 hours · from $26

Spend 11 hours exploring Chochołów and Zakopane with guides such as Margaret or Oliwier. Taste smoked sheep cheese and local vodka, ride the Gubałówka cable car, stroll Krupówki, and relax in Terma Bania’s sulfur-rich pools. Pickup from Krakow, transport, tickets, and a guide are included.

“We were lucky that we met this family. Our guide Oliver was absolutely amazing , quite a lot sense of humour 🫶 loved him . His dad and our driver who drove us around were great . Felt like family . Recommend 100% 💯”

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Amsterdam: Evening Candle Light Cruise With Wine & Cheese - Red Light District, Sea Palace, and NEMO
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Amsterdam: Evening Candle Light Cruise With Wine & Cheese

5.Evening Candle Light Cruise With Wine & Cheese

★★★★★★★★★★4.6 · 1,774 reviews · 1 hour · from $18Best value

Settle into a covered boat for a one-hour evening cruise through Amsterdam’s UNESCO-listed canals. With guides such as Edward, Wessel, Sabrina, or Jannes, you’ll pass Jordaan, the Golden Bend, Seven Bridges, the Amstel, and Anne Frank House. Add Dutch cheese and unlimited drinks for a sociable night out.

“The vibe created by Sabrina was excellent 👍🏾. Not a criticism, but could add soft music in the background 😊”

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Amsterdam: Cozy Cheese & Wine Cruise Tasting Experience - Settling in with Dutch cheese and a full glass
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Amsterdam: Cozy Cheese & Wine Cruise Tasting Experience

6.Cozy Cheese & Wine Cruise Tasting Experience

★★★★★★★★★★4.5 · 1,156 reviews · 1h 15m · from $39

Join Stromma at Damrak Pier 5 for a 75-minute evening cruise through Amsterdam’s Canal Belt. A host and captain serve Dutch cheese, snacks, wine, beer, or soft drinks while pointing out the Anne Frank House, Skinny Bridge, houseboats, and old merchant homes.

“Such a lovely cruise through Amsterdam and got to see the other side as well as the main side.”

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Amsterdam: Premium Henri Willig Cheese Tasting Experience - Ten pieces of Gouda, with enough variety to matter
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Amsterdam: Premium Henri Willig Cheese Tasting Experience

7.Premium Henri Willig Cheese Tasting Experience

★★★★★★★★★★4.7 · 1,106 reviews · 40 minutes - 1 hour · from $21

Meet your English-speaking Henri Willig host in an old Amsterdam cheese shop for 40 to 60 minutes of Gouda tasting, Dutch dips, mustard, crackers, two drinks, and a short cheesemaking film. Guides such as Martin, Suzanne, and Heloise are known for friendly, entertaining presentations. A 10% shop discount follows.

“We had a great experience cheese tasting. My dad and I both agreed that this one was of our most favorite things we did on our trip! Martin was a wonderful guide and made our experience fun and entertaining. We can’t wait to return to Amsterdam on our second leg of our trip and purchase cheese to take back to the US”

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Vila Nova de Gaia: Port Wine Tasting with Cheese Pairing - The three pours and why they work together
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Vila Nova de Gaia: Port Wine Tasting with Cheese Pairing

8.Vila Nova de Gaia: Port Wine Tasting with Cheese Pairing

★★★★★★★★★★4.8 · 1,074 reviews · 1 hour · from $30

At Quevedo in Vila Nova de Gaia, you’ll taste three 40ml pours of Port with carefully matched cheeses: Crusted, 10-Year-Old Tawny, and 2009 White Colheita. Guides such as Miguel, Inês, Fernando, and Bruna explain the wines, the Douro Valley, and the family business behind them.

“We had a wonderful time at Quevedo, our guide was friendly and knowledgeable about the different ports and the history of the company. A great experience, highly recommend.”

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Amsterdam: Wine and Cheese Evening Cruise - Meeting at Prins Hendrikkade 25
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Amsterdam: Wine and Cheese Evening Cruise

9.Wine and Cheese Evening Cruise

★★★★★★★★★★4.5 · 839 reviews · 1.5 hours · from $41

Start at the LOVERS café opposite Amsterdam Central Station, then spend 90 minutes on the Canal Belt with wine, Dutch cheeses, bread, and attentive English-speaking hosts. Expect illuminated bridges, Golden Age houses, music, city facts, and a friendly social mood.

“Best Activity we did while in Amsterdam, the captain was really funny and the whole crew very nice! We can't wait to come back to book again.”

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Yarra Valley Grazing Tour Wine, Cheese, Gin, Pizza from Melbourne - Rochford Wines and the first tasting
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Yarra Valley Grazing Tour Wine, Cheese, Gin, Pizza from Melbourne

10.Yarra Valley Grazing Tour Wine, Cheese, Gin, Pizza from Melbourne

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 821 reviews · from $135

Spend about nine hours sampling the Yarra Valley’s best-known flavors, from Rochford Wines and Coldstream Dairy to Stag Lane Farm Distillery and the Chocolaterie. Your guide handles the driving, tastings, and timing, with hotel pickup, Wi-Fi, coffee, pizza, and a maximum of 24 people.

“Very enjoyable, unique experience. The variety of tastings was great. The small group gave time to chat with everyone on the tour. Big plus for the wifi on the bus!! Terry our tour guide was upbeat and informative. Highly recommend.”

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Amsterdam: Wine and Cheese Evening Cruise - Meeting at Prins Hendrikkade 25
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Amsterdam Wine and Cheese Evening Cruise

11.Amsterdam Wine and Cheese Evening Cruise

★★★★★★★★★★4.5 · 798 reviews · 1 hour 15 minutes (approx.) · from $40

Board at Damrak 16 for a 75-minute English-language evening cruise through Amsterdam’s canal belt. You’ll sit at a table in a glass-enclosed boat, enjoy Dutch cheese, wine, beer, and soft drinks, and pass sights such as Magere Brug and Reguliersgracht. The mood can range from peaceful to party-like.

“Loved the beautiful scenery of the city/canals and sunset was 10/10!!! Wish there had been a little more information provided - we were mostly left to observe and talk ourselves, which may be appealing to some but I like learning from the guides a bit more! Guides were Very attentive with refills of drinks”

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Hamburg: Harbor Cruise with Wine and Cheese - Finding the ticket office and getting on board
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Hamburg: Harbor Cruise with Wine and Cheese

12.Hamburg: Harbor Cruise with Wine and Cheese

★★★★★★★★★★4.7 · 795 reviews · 1h 30m · from $49

Cruise Hamburg Harbor for 90 minutes with three glasses of red or white wine, 150 grams of regional cheese and crackers, and live German commentary. You’ll pass the Elbphilharmonie, HafenCity, St. Michael’s Church, docks, and possibly Speicherstadt, depending on the tide.

“Overall this was a great experience! The boat tour was peaceful and we got to see a lot of the Hamburg harbor. We were not the only English speakers on board so our guide even did some translations for us, which was very considerate. The wine was okay, but definitely not bad. The cheese and snacks were great though! Our only complaint would be that it was difficult to find the boat, and we felt that the cheese and cracker board needed for salty crackers and snacks, and less cheese.”

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Evening Canal Cruise in Amsterdam with Wine & Cheese Option - Westerkerk and the old city sights
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Evening Canal Cruise in Amsterdam with Wine & Cheese Option

13.Evening Canal Cruise in Amsterdam with Wine & Cheese Option

★★★★★★★★★★4.0 · 781 reviews · 1 hour 30 minutes (approx.) · from $23

Settle aboard a Blue Boat Company vessel for a 90-minute evening cruise through Amsterdam’s canals, the Amstel, and possibly the IJ. You’ll get an audio guide in multiple languages, city lights, and optional snack or wine and cheese boxes. Check the departure point carefully before setting out.

“Too crowded, too loud. Table seating not the best. I was stuck squashed next to very loud people, one opened the window so cold air was blowing on me most of the time. The bathroom was dirty. The audio didn’t work but because it was so crowded I couldn’t get help from the captain who was the only employee aboard. Overall not a very good experience.”

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Authentic Farm Tour with Pizza, Cheese, Wine & Limoncello Tasting - Fresh mozzarella and caciotta, shown the traditional way
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Authentic Farm Tour with Pizza, Cheese, Wine & Limoncello Tasting

14.Authentic Farm Tour with Pizza, Cheese, Wine & Limoncello Tasting

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 698 reviews · 4 hours (approx.) · from $97

Join Francesco and his family at Agriturismo Primaluce above Sorrento for a four-hour farm visit in English. Walk among vines, lemon trees, and olive groves, learn to make pizza and fresh mozzarella, and enjoy a generous meal with local wine, limoncello, and seasonal farm produce.

“we did a brief tour of the farm and learned about wine and olive oil making. Also learned about differences in cheese and Pizza making”

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Sofia: Wine & Cheese Tasting Experience - Arriving at Tempus Vini Wine Point
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Sofia: Wine & Cheese Tasting Experience

15.Sofia: Wine & Cheese Tasting Experience

★★★★★★★★★★4.9 · 674 reviews · 1 hour · from $21

At Tempus Vini Wine Point in central Sofia, host Kalin leads a one-hour tasting of five Bulgarian wines, including distinctive local grapes, orange wine, rosé, and reds. You’ll pair them with Bulgarian cheeses and bread sticks while learning about the country’s wine regions and 5,000-year winemaking tradition.

“More than a wine tasting - a two-hour exploration of Bulgaria’s history, geology, and culture, perfectly complemented by local cheeses and outstanding wines.”

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