A Prosecco day without car stress. This small-group tour runs from central Venice to the Valdobbiadene DOCG hills for tastings at two family-run wineries. You get a guided, no-rush day built around wine styles like brut, extra dry, millesimato, and rosè.

I especially like the round-trip transit from Piazzale Roma—it’s one ticket, one meeting point, and you’re back where you started. I also like that the day includes two winery visits with guided tastings plus a light Italian lunch, so you’re not just sipping and leaving after a quick stop.

One possible drawback: this is a wine-forward schedule. You’ll likely taste multiple pours at each stop, and the experience depends on good weather for the views and overall mood.

Key Points to Know Before You Go

• Two family wineries in one day in the Valdobbiadene Prosecco DOCG area
• Small group size (max 15) with a relaxed pace and time to buy wine directly
• Certified sommelier + English-speaking guide with clear explanations
• Tastings of different Prosecco styles like brut, extra dry, millesimato, and rosè
• Lunch included with local cold cuts, salami, cheese, pizza, focaccia, and bruschette
• Central Venice meeting point at Piazzale Roma makes logistics straightforward

Leaving Venice for Valdobbiadene, the Easy Way

Venice is amazing, but it can also be a hassle when you want to go wine tasting. This tour fixes that problem with simple logistics: you meet at Piazzale Roma at 10:00 am, hop into an air-conditioned vehicle, and head out to the Prosecco hills without arranging a rental car or dealing with parking.

The tour is built for small groups, with a maximum of 15 travelers, and it’s described as a private tour (not shared). Practically, that tends to mean more space, fewer crowd herds, and easier conversations with the guide and winery hosts.

Plan on about 6 hours total. It’s long enough to feel like a real excursion, but short enough that you still get your Venice evening back. Also note: the tour can depart from Treviso and Conegliano on some days, which can matter if you’re basing yourself outside Venice.

One thing to flag for day-trippers: on certain dates, people staying outside Venice who are visiting for the day may be required to pay a €5 access fee (and there are exemptions). The tour information points you to the official site for which dates apply.

Meet Riccardo: What the Guide Adds to Your Tastings

This tour’s biggest strength isn’t just the wineries. It’s the way the day is explained. The guide is a certified sommelier and an English-speaking local, and that’s a big deal when you want to understand what you’re tasting, not just collect free samples.

Riccardo is specifically named in the feedback you provided, and his approach shows up again and again: he ties the wine to the place. You’ll hear about the region’s history and the Prosecco-making process while you’re driving out of Venice and moving between stops. That gives you context before the tasting starts.

At the wineries, you’re not left alone with a card and a glass. Hosts guide the vine-to-glass story and answer questions. In the feedback you shared, the first winery experience is led by Laura Pietrovecchio, and the second is connected with Emanuele at La Casa Vecchia. That combination of sommelier-level interpretation plus hands-on explanations from the producers tends to make the tasting feel more like learning than consuming.

One practical benefit: the guide can also help you think ahead if you want to bring bottles home. Several groups describe buying wine and arranging shipment, and Riccardo is mentioned as helping coordinate that. You should still confirm details day-of, but it’s a real plus if you don’t want to carry cases in luggage.

Stop One at Pietrovecchio: Vine-to-Glass in the DOCG Hills

The first winery stop is at a Pietrovecchio family property (spelled Pietrovecchio in some notes). This is the kind of place that makes you understand why Prosecco is more than a label—it’s tied to the hills and the way grapes are grown.

A recurring highlight is the setting. Some groups mention the winery as being high in the mountains with standout views. If the weather is clear, that alone can be worth the trip. If weather is foggy, you may lose some sightlines, but the tasting itself still holds up. The experience is more about the wine and the hosts than checking a photo box.

What you’ll do here typically includes:

• A guided explanation of how Prosecco is made, from the vine onward
• A tasting lineup across multiple styles (with 4 wines at this winery)
• Food pairing as you taste, often with generous charcuterie-style plates

From the details you shared, Laura Pietrovecchio brings energy and specificity to the tasting. The tastings and snacks are described as plentiful, with clear teaching and a friendly, welcome pace. If you’re the kind of person who likes to ask why something tastes like it does, this stop is designed for that.

One drawback to consider: this is not a quick stop. The tastings are generous and the pours take time. If you’re hoping for a fast hit-and-run photo stop, you’ll feel less satisfied here than in a short tasting bar crawl.

Stop Two at La Casa Vecchia: More Prosecco and Real Vineyard Atmosphere

The second winery is La Casa Vecchia, also described as a charming family-run place. This stop often feels a bit different from the first, even though the overall format is the same: guided tasting plus food, with time to buy directly.

In the feedback you provided, the owner Emanuele is mentioned as giving the tour, and the hosting feels very personal. One detail that sticks: the second winery’s food and pizza are described as served under a large mulberry tree while you look over the vineyard. That kind of setting turns lunch and tasting into a slower, more relaxed moment, not just a break in the schedule.

As with the first stop, you should expect a guided tasting of 4 wines at this winery, typically aligned with Prosecco styles like brut, extra dry, millesimato, and rosè across the day (the exact mix can vary, but those styles are explicitly listed for the overall tour experience).

What makes this stop valuable is the contrast. You’re not just repeating the same tasting routine twice. You’re learning how different producers interpret similar goals and grape expressions in slightly different ways. That’s where the day becomes more memorable than a generic itinerary.

And there’s another quiet win: purchases are described as low-pressure. If you want to buy, you can. If you just want to taste and learn, you can do that too.

What You’ll Taste: Brut, Extra Dry, Millesimato, Rosè

This tour is built around Prosecco styles, and the info you shared is specific about what you’ll encounter: brut, extra dry, millesimato, and rosè. That matters because Prosecco can taste very different depending on style and production choices.

Also, with 4 wines at each winery, you’ll experience a broad range across the day. That gives you something to compare:

• How the dryness level changes the feel in your mouth
• How rosè differs in flavor direction from standard styles
• How millesimato (as a style) adds a different angle to the tasting experience

My practical advice: pace yourself and treat the food as part of the tasting, not an afterthought. Bread, pizza, cheese, and salami are included for a reason. They help reset your palate so each glass is distinct.

If you’re tasting for pleasure, focus on what you like, then ask the guide which style pairs best with what you just ate. If you’re tasting like a nerd (the fun kind), ask about what makes each producer’s approach different. With a sommelier-led format, your questions will actually get good answers.

The Lunch (and Snacks) That Keep the Day Comfortable

A lot of wine tours say lunch is included. Here, lunch isn’t an awkward crumb—it’s described as a light lunch but with classic regional items and real filling power.

Your sample menu includes:

• Cold cuts and salami
• Cheese
• Pizza and focaccia
• Bruschette

This is one of those details that improves the whole day. When you’re tasting multiple glasses, food isn’t just a bonus. It helps you enjoy rather than rush, and it keeps the experience comfortable even if you’re tasting at a relaxed pace.

You’ll also notice a pattern in the feedback: the food and pours are described as plentiful at both winery stops. That doesn’t mean you have to overdo it. But it does mean you’re unlikely to feel hungry or stuck with tiny “sample” snacks.

Timing, Transportation, and the Flow of the Day

The day starts at 10:00 am at Piazzale Roma and ends back at the same meeting point. That round-trip structure is exactly what makes this tour a good choice for travelers who don’t want to plan every transfer.

On the drive, you should expect commentary about:

• The region you’re heading into
• The Prosecco-making process
• The area’s history and culture

You’ll also get a photo stop, and many groups describe at least one scenic lookout opportunity on the route. If the day is clear, that’s when you get the best valley views and the easiest “I’m really here” moments.

Weather is a real factor in the hills. The tour info states it requires good weather, and your feedback includes an example where fog limited views. Even then, the wine tasting experience and overall day still worked. Still, if you’re booking with a tightly packed schedule, keep in mind that weather-dependent tours can be rescheduled.

Also check what you’re responsible for: hotel pick-up and drop-off are not included. So plan to get yourself to Piazzale Roma (or whatever the local departure point is on your day).

Price and Value: What $199 Gets You

At $199 per person, this isn’t a bargain basement tasting. But for the way the day is structured, it’s also not “just pay for wine.”

Here’s what’s included:

• Round-trip transportation via an air-conditioned vehicle
• A certified sommelier and English-speaking local guide
• Visits and guided tastings at two small family-run wineries
• 4 wines at each winery (so you’re tasting across multiple Prosecco styles through the day)
• A light lunch with local food
• A photo stop
• Time to purchase wines directly from producers
• A small-group cap of 15 travelers
• Private tour (not shared)

In other words, you’re paying for access and for guidance. The guide helps you turn tastings into an organized experience instead of a loose trail of sips. The transportation is also part of the value. If you try to do the same region on your own, you quickly run into the “how do we get there, and who’s driving?” problem.

Two small cost considerations to keep in mind:

• Gratuities aren’t included (optional).
• On certain dates, the €5 access fee may apply to some day visitors.

If you’re the type who enjoys learning while tasting, this price starts to make sense fast. If you only want one quick sip and a short wander, you may decide it’s too structured for your style.

Who This Prosecco Tour Is Best For

This is a strong match if:

• You want to taste Prosecco in the Valdobbiadene DOCG area, not just in a city bar
• You don’t want to drive
• You like smaller groups and a relaxed pace
• You care about learning what you’re drinking (sommelier-led tastings help a lot)
• You want to meet real producers in family-run wineries

It might be less ideal if:

• You prefer super-short experiences
• You don’t like drinking alcohol heavily in a day
• You need a perfectly timed plan with no flexibility, since weather can affect the outing experience and views

It also works well for couples and small groups. Several mentions highlight intimate group sizes, including occasions where groups were tiny, which made Q&A and pacing even easier.

Should You Book This Venice Prosecco Tour?

If your goal is a true Prosecco day—two winery tastings, real local food, and guided explanations that connect the wine to the place—this tour makes a lot of sense. The combination of sommelier guidance, family wineries, and round-trip transport from central Venice is the recipe here.

I’d book it if you’re excited about tasting multiple Prosecco styles and you want to leave Venice for the hills without the planning headaches. I’d reconsider if you’re hoping for a light, casual half-day or you don’t want a weather-dependent outing.

If you do book, go in with one mindset: taste slowly, ask questions, and treat lunch as part of the wine experience. That’s when this kind of tour earns its full value.

FAQ

Where is the meeting point?

The meeting point is Piazzale Roma, 30135 Venezia VE, Italy.

What time does the tour start?

The start time is 10:00 am.

How long is the tour?

The duration is about 6 hours.

How much does it cost?

The price is $199.00 per person.

How many people are in the group?

The tour has a maximum of 15 travelers.

What’s included in the tastings?

You visit two small family-run wineries, with guided tastings of 4 wines at each winery.

Is lunch included?

Yes. The tour includes a light lunch made of local food such as salami, cheese, pizza, focaccia, and bruschette.

Are hotel pick-ups included?

No. Hotel pick-up and drop-off are not included.

Does the tour run only from Venice?

Departures are also offered from Treviso and Conegliano.

Is there anything I should plan for extra costs?

Gratuities are not included. Also, some day visitors staying outside Venice may need to pay a €5 access fee on certain dates. Transportation to Trieste can be arranged for an additional fee.