By the glass · LUNCH EXPERIENCES

The 15 Best Lunch Experiences

87 tours  ·  from $34 a head

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

Tuscany Day Trip from Florence: Siena, San Gimignano, Pisa and Lunch at a Winery - Siena begins with banking, rival neighborhoods, and Piazza del Campo
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Tuscany Day Trip from Florence: Siena, San Gimignano, Pisa and Lunch at a Winery

1.Tuscany Day Trip from Florence: Siena, San Gimignano, Pisa and Lunch at a Winery

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 21,634 reviews · 11 to 12 hours (approx.) · from $114Our pick

From Florence, visit Siena with a local guide, admire its marble cathedral, eat and taste wine at Fattoria Poggio Alloro, wander San Gimignano, and finish at Pisa’s Square of Miracles. The $114.88 tour lasts 11 to 12 hours and offers a Leaning Tower upgrade.

“Unreal. Go on this. All I have to say. With my boys and having the best time. The tour hasn’t even finished and I wanna come back!”

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From Porto: Douro Valley w/ Boat Tour, Wine Tasting & Lunch - Peso da Régua and the first wine visit
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From Porto: Douro Valley w/ Boat Tour, Wine Tasting & Lunch

2.Douro Valley w/ Boat Tour, Wine Tasting & Lunch

★★★★★★★★★★4.7 · 19,061 reviews · 6 - 10 hours · from $82

Travel from Porto to Peso da Régua and Pinhão with a guide such as Igor, Miguel, or Ricardo. Visit two wine sites, taste Port and olive oil, eat a Douro lunch, cruise for one hour, and follow the scenic N222. Hotel pickup is optional.

“Despite pouring rain and flooding leading to the cancellation of the boat trip, Miguel was the perfect guide and the venues for our three wine tastings were varied and interesting.”

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Chichen Itza, Cenote & Valladolid Tour with Tequila and Lunch - Chichen Itza, from El Castillo to the ball court
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Chichen Itza, Cenote & Valladolid Tour with Tequila and Lunch

3.Chichen Itza, Cenote & Valladolid Tour with Tequila and Lunch

★★★★★★★★★★4.5 · 15,789 reviews · 12 hours (approx.) · from $34Best value

Travel from Cancun, Riviera Maya, or Playa del Carmen to Chichen Itza with a bilingual guide, swim at Cenote Chichikan, eat a Mexican buffet, taste tequila, and see Valladolid. Guides such as Beto, Kevin, Manuel, and Ramiro are praised for clear explanations and humor, but check the added Chichen Itza tax before booking.

“This was a great experience. Tour guide was extremely knowledgeable about the area. We learned so much.”

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Complete Douro Valley Wine Tour with Lunch, Wine Tastings and River Cruise - First winery visit in Sabrosa
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Complete Douro Valley Wine Tour with Lunch, Wine Tastings and River Cruise

4.Complete Douro Valley Wine Tour with Lunch, Wine Tastings and River Cruise

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 12,920 reviews · 10 hours (approx.) · from $101

Travel from Porto to two Douro wine estates with an English-speaking guide, taste about six wines and ports, enjoy a traditional Portuguese lunch, and cruise the river from Pinhão on a 50-minute Rebelo boat. Guides vary, with Pedro, Rita, Miguel, José, and Bernardo among the praised hosts.

“Beautiful tour with wine tastings lunch and a boat trip. Great guide and driver. Great food and wine. Amazing way to see the Douro Valley.”

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Porto: Douro Valley with Winery Lunch, Tastings & Cruise - Amarante offers more than a coffee stop
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Porto: Douro Valley with Winery Lunch, Tastings & Cruise

5.Douro Valley with Winery Lunch, Tastings & Cruise

★★★★★★★★★★4.7 · 7,002 reviews · 10 hours · from $99

Spend 10 hours exploring the Douro Valley from Porto with guides such as José, Slimmy, or Rui. Visit Amarante, taste wines at two estates, enjoy a traditional winery lunch, and cruise the Douro near Pinhão. The scenery and food suit non-drinkers too, though the day includes long road journeys.

“Was amazing! Slimmy and Pedro made our trip better. They have energy, are friendly, patient, and passionate about doing. We were scared before, but after that it was incredible. Was 2 official wines with one lunch and another to complete the travel. Thank Slimmy and Pedro (Driver).”

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Montserrat & Cogwheel Train, Gourmet Wine Tasting & Tapas/Lunch - Riding the cogwheel train up Montserrat
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Montserrat & Cogwheel Train, Gourmet Wine Tasting & Tapas/Lunch

6.Montserrat & Cogwheel Train, Gourmet Wine Tasting & Tapas/Lunch

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 6,290 reviews · 7 to 8 hours (approx.) · from $81

Travel from Barcelona to Montserrat by coach and cogwheel train, visit the Basilica with an English-speaking guide, then choose a castle-winery visit with organic wine and tapas, a full lunch, or a Montserrat-only option. Guides such as Thais, Toni, Mariana, and Lesly are often praised for their warmth and clear storytelling.

“Everything was amazing. Our tour guide Mariana was the best and made everyone feel welcome. Winery was great and the staff knowledgeable and friendly. Highly recommend! By the end, you’ll meet plenty of new friends from the tour”

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Rome: Tuscany & Montepulciano Day Trip with Lunch & Wine Tasting - What the coach ride adds, and what it costs
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Rome: Tuscany & Montepulciano Day Trip with Lunch & Wine Tasting

7.Tuscany & Montepulciano Day Trip with Lunch & Wine Tasting

★★★★★★★★★★4.5 · 5,232 reviews · 12 hours (approx.) · from $83

Travel from Rome to Montepulciano and Pienza by air-conditioned coach, with a guided hill-town walk, Tuscan farm lunch, regional wine tasting, and free time for pecorino, photos, and gelato. Guides such as Anna, Barbara, and Antonino have earned praise, though the wine pours and free time can feel limited.

“It was a long day. The towns visited were nice and pleasant. Worth the trip. Just be aware the food at the selected restaurant leaves alot to be desired. I would suggest bring along some food to eat. Be sure to utilize bathrooms when you can as both towns it was difficult to find public restrooms (which is normal in Europe). The tour guide was very pleasant and communicative.”

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Montserrat with Black Madonna & Medieval Winery with Tapas/Lunch - Four hours at Montserrat: what to do first
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Montserrat with Black Madonna & Medieval Winery with Tapas/Lunch

8.Montserrat with Black Madonna & Medieval Winery with Tapas/Lunch

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 5,209 reviews · 9 hours 30 minutes (approx.) · from $65

Travel from Barcelona to Montserrat for a guided basilica visit, optional Black Madonna access, mountain walks, and free time. Then visit a family winery in a 10th-century castle for Catalan food and wine. Guides such as Lorena, Azul, Elena, and Laia are praised for lively local insight.

“Great trip and comfortable bus . The tour guide was very knowledgeable and helpful and was very friendly. The only thing I would recommend is that the lunch be a buffet for the chicken and potatoes were not very hot.”

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4x4 ATV Adventure with Tequila Tasting and Mexican Buffet Lunch - Riding cactus trails, arroyos, and shallow streams
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4×4 ATV Adventure with Tequila Tasting and Mexican Buffet Lunch

9.4×4 ATV Adventure with Tequila Tasting and Mexican Buffet Lunch

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 5,177 reviews · 3 hours (approx.) · from $75

Ride an automatic ATV through cactus-lined trails, shallow streams, and beach terrain at Tierra Sagrada with guides such as Beto, Adán, and Dioney. Afterward, enjoy an unlimited Mexican buffet, ocean views, beer, and a short tequila and mezcal tasting. Pickup, gear, and transportation are included.

“Dioney took the Fantastic Four on a ATV drive In the DESERT!!! This was my very first time driving and he made me feel confident and safe. Thank Dioney for being an AMAZING Guide. We Definitely Conquered!!!”

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Authentic Small Group Douro Wine Tour with Lunch & River Cruise - Following the N222 into wine country
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Authentic Small Group Douro Wine Tour with Lunch & River Cruise

10.Authentic Small Group Douro Wine Tour with Lunch & River Cruise

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 4,775 reviews · 9 to 10 hours (approx.) · from $133

From central Porto, a guide such as Luís, Pedro, Ivo, or Cheila leads you through the Douro Valley in a small van. Expect two winery visits, Port and Douro wine tastings, lunch in Pinhão, scenic viewpoints, and a one-hour Rabelo boat cruise.

“Incredible experience, tasting great wine and learning incredible history about the land and vineyards.”

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From Florence: Siena, San Gimignano, Pisa & Lunch at Winery - The coach ride from Florence to Siena
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From Florence: Siena, San Gimignano, Pisa & Lunch at Winery

11.Siena, San Gimignano, Pisa & Lunch at Winery

★★★★★★★★★★4.8 · 4,538 reviews · 12 hours · from $112

Spend a full day in Tuscany with guided Siena, free time in San Gimignano and Pisa, and an optional Chianti winery lunch with four wines. Guides such as Sara, Alessandro, and Giancarlo bring the history to life, while comfortable coach travel handles the long distances.

“Our trip was excellent and my friends and I really enjoyed our day. The guide was brilliant with so much knowledge of the areas we visited and really made our trip special. We loved seeing the Tuscan countryside and towns we visited.”

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San Gimignano, Siena, Monteriggioni, Chianti Day Trip with Lunch & Wine Tasting - San Gimignano: towers, alleys, and free time
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San Gimignano, Siena, Monteriggioni, Chianti Day Trip with Lunch & Wine Tasting

12.San Gimignano, Siena, Monteriggioni, Chianti Day Trip with Lunch & Wine Tasting

★★★★★★★★★★4.5 · 4,432 reviews · 11 hours (approx.) · from $83

Leave Florence at 8 a.m. for San Gimignano, Monteriggioni, a Chianti winery lunch, and Siena. You get free time in the medieval towns, three Tuscan wines plus vin santo, and optional Siena guiding and cathedral access. Guides such as Sandro, Marta, and Ilaria are often praised for clear, friendly help.

“Hilaria was our guide, she did a wonderful job, she gave us a lot of information without being overwhelming. The visit to the winery and lunch was delightful. I 100% recommend this tour .”

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Douro Valley Small-Group Tour with Wine Tasting, Lunch and Boat - The first winery near Peso da Régua
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Douro Valley Small-Group Tour with Wine Tasting, Lunch and Boat

13.Douro Valley Small-Group Tour with Wine Tasting, Lunch and Boat

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 3,642 reviews · 9 to 10 hours (approx.) · from $169

Spend a full day in the Douro Valley with a group of no more than eight. Guides such as Miguel, Andreia, Jorge, and Filipe lead you to two family-run wine estates, a three-course Portuguese lunch, and a Douro River cruise. Hotel pickup, tastings, and return transport are included.

“Philipe our driver was the best! So much fun and made us laugh. The scenery was gorgeous, the wine and food stops we're delicious! The boat ride was very relaxing.”

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Douro Valley Tour: 2 Vineyard Visits, River Cruise, Winery Lunch - Lamego and the first family vineyard
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Douro Valley Tour: 2 Vineyard Visits, River Cruise, Winery Lunch

14.Douro Valley Tour: 2 Vineyard Visits, River Cruise, Winery Lunch

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 3,542 reviews · 10 hours (approx.) · from $101

Leave Porto with a guide such as Rita, Pedro, Tiago, or Sara for two family-run vineyard visits, tastings of wine, port, honey, and olive oil, a traditional Rabelo boat ride from Pinhão, and a four-course winery lunch in Sabrosa. Expect about 10 hours and winding roads.

“I wrote a longer review on tripadvisor, so I’ll keep this brief. The Douro valley is beautiful and its wines are great, so what really separates a fine tour from a great one are the people. This tour killed it in that respect. Zthe guides, Rita & Pedro, were great all day (not easy to do for what was basically a full workday), and the wineries we visited also had great people.”

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ATV Tour, Camel Ride, Tequila Tasting and Mexican Buffet Lunch - The ATV ride: dust, cactus, and canyon trails
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ATV Tour, Camel Ride, Tequila Tasting and Mexican Buffet Lunch

15.ATV Tour, Camel Ride, Tequila Tasting and Mexican Buffet Lunch

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 3,380 reviews · from $149

At Tierra Sagrada near San Jose del Cabo, you’ll ride an automatic ATV through cactus-lined desert trails, then take a camel along the beach. Guides such as Juan, Miguel, Jorge, and Alina are often praised for keeping the day lively and safe. Lunch and tequila tasting follow by the Sea of Cortez.

“Nelly and Juan were amazing! Only rated 4 stars because there is $65 USD entrance and insurance fee and $200 USD for photos. Not representative of the whole cost of this excursion. I knew this because of the reviews so I was prepared Read more”

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