Journey Through Flavors Forged by Time, Tradition and Terrain
Step into South Tyrol’s most flavorful secrets with Franz Lageder — certified South Tyrolean Gourmet Ambassador and former head sommelier of the 5-star Relais & Châteaux Hotel Grödnerhof in Ortisei. With a nose for nuance and a heart steeped in tradition, Franz leads you on half or full-day culinary tours where every glass and plate reveals something real, rooted, and rare.
This isn’t a swirl-sniff-sip affair. It’s a journey through sun-dappled vineyards, rustic cellars, and family-run culinary gems where recipes are guarded like gold. Franz doesn’t just introduce you to South Tyrolean flavors — he connects the dots between place, people, and plate, bringing the region’s food and wine heritage to life.
Whether you’re a wine devotee, a lover of honest food, or simply hungry for culture and connection, our day tours with Franz offer a deep dive into authentic South Tyrol. From acclaimed wineries and small-batch distilleries to alpine cheese dairies, artisan chocolatiers, speck producers, and more, you’ll enjoy an immersive experience that feeds your soul as much as your senses.
Book Your CULINARY Adventure
DURATION
5 – 9 hours
GROUP SIZE
Min of 4 / Max of 8
Transportation
Included
Booking MADE EASY
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SAVOR THE South Tyrolean Wine Road
We offer three private wine tour and tasting packages to suit your interests and budget. Each tour is designed to showcase the region’s rich viticultural heritage in the most flavorful way possible.
Prices start at $129 per person. You’ll find tour options and pricing for each on the request form. Includes transportation.
Bold Flavors from Butcher to Barrel
Then, enjoy a wine tasting at the renowned Cantina Terlano winery, known for its exceptional whites and stunning setting. The journey ends in the mountainside village of Mölten at the family-owned Schwarz-Brennerei distillery, where you’ll sample refined mountain spirits made from the fresh fruit of local farms.
Price is $269 per person and includes round-trip transportation from your accommodation.
A Day of Decadent Alpine Delights
Indulge in a flavorful all-day escape (approx. 9 hours) through South Tyrol’s artisanal culinary scene. We begin at the Genussbunker in the village of St. Lorenzen, where you’ll taste cellar-aged cheeses perfectly paired with craft beer.
Next, enjoy a historic wine tasting at the Abbey of Novacella, one of the oldest wineries in the world. You’ll marvel at the wines and architecture. Then, we’ll head to Klausen to Karuna, South Tyrol’s renowned chocolate maker, to sample sinful bean-to-bar delights made from organically grown cocoa beans.
Price is $299 per person and includes round-trip transportation from your accommodation.
EPIC HISTORY, WINE & MOUNTAIN SPIRITS
Continue with a vineyard hike near Prösels Castle and enjoy local delicacies surrounded by stunning views. Then tour the historic castle, one of the best preserved in South Tyrol, before ending with a tasting of artisanal distillates and liqueurs at the nearby Zu Plun distillery, which resides in an ancient farmstead built in 1400.
Price is $259 per person and includes round-trip transportation from your accommodation.
Want a Custom Day Tour?
If there’s another culinary or wine destination in South Tyrol and the Dolomites you’d love to explore with an expert guide, contact us to make the request. We’ll collaborate with Franz to craft a private journey perfectly tailored to your tastes and timeline.