British ColumbiaFood & wine
Okanagan Wine Tasting Tour from Kelowna
Visit several Okanagan wineries and taste local wines without worrying about driving.
Wine and Food Day Tours in Canada
6 guided day tours across 4 provinces and territories.
Wine and food tours on BookTours.ca include the Okanagan Wine Tasting Tour from Kelowna, the Niagara-on-the-Lake Wine Tour from Toronto, the Annapolis Valley, Grand-Pré & Wine Tour, and food walks in Vancouver, Toronto and Montréal. Wine tours are driven for you, and food walks are paced for sharing and tasting.
Food and wine are a good way to meet a place through its producers and neighbourhoods. BookTours.ca lists three wine-country days and three city food walks. The Okanagan Wine Tasting Tour from Kelowna, the Niagara-on-the-Lake Wine Tour from Toronto and the Annapolis Valley, Grand-Pré & Wine Tour each visit regional wineries, with a driver-guide so that nobody in your group has to stay sober behind the wheel. Everything is arranged in advance.
The food walks work differently. The Vancouver Gastown & Chinatown Food Walking Tour, the Toronto Kensington Market & St. Lawrence Food Walking Tour and the Montréal Food Tour take you on foot through older neighbourhoods, stopping at independent eateries for small tastings and stories about the people behind them. They run about three hours, so they leave room for dinner afterward. Tastings are small and spaced out, so you can enjoy each stop without rushing.
Tell us about dietary needs, allergies and whether you prefer white, red or sparkling wines when you request. Private and small-group options are available where operators offer them, and some wine days can include a lunch stop. We will reply by email with an itemised quote in Canadian dollars. Please drink responsibly and let us know if anyone in your group does not drink alcohol. We keep that information with your request so nothing is left to chance.
All 6 tours
British ColumbiaFood & wine
Vancouver Gastown & Chinatown Food Walking Tour
A walking tasting tour through Vancouver’s oldest districts and their independent eateries.
OntarioFood & wine
Niagara-on-the-Lake Wine Tour from Toronto
Taste Niagara’s ice wines and cool-climate wines in one of Ontario’s prettiest towns.
OntarioFood & wine
Toronto Kensington Market & St. Lawrence Food Walking Tour
Taste Toronto’s multicultural food scene on foot with a local guide.
QuebecFood & wine
Montréal Food Tour
Bagels, smoked meat, pastries and more on a guided tasting walk.
Nova ScotiaFood & wine
Annapolis Valley, Grand-Pré & Wine Tour
Orchards, vineyards and the UNESCO-listed Acadian landscape of Grand-Pré.
| Tour | Departs | Duration | Best time | Type |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Okanagan Wine Tasting Tour from Kelowna | Kelowna, BC | Half day to full day (5–8 hrs) | April to October (year-round by arrangement) | Food & wine |
| Vancouver Gastown & Chinatown Food Walking Tour | Vancouver, BC | Half day (3 hrs) | Year-round | Food & wine |
| Niagara-on-the-Lake Wine Tour from Toronto | Toronto, ON | Full day (8–9 hrs) | Year-round (harvest September–October) | Food & wine |
| Toronto Kensington Market & St. Lawrence Food Walking Tour | Toronto, ON | Half day (3 hrs) | Year-round | Food & wine |
| Montréal Food Tour | Montréal, QC | Half day (3 hrs) | Year-round | Food & wine |
| Annapolis Valley, Grand-Pré & Wine Tour | Halifax, NS | Full day (8–9 hrs) | May to October | Food & wine |
What to expect
- Tastings at several wineries on the wine tours, with a driver-guide handling the roads between them.
- Small sampling stops on the food walks, designed to be shared and spaced out rather than a full meal at each place.
- Local stories about the producers, neighbourhoods and food traditions behind what you taste.
- Dietary needs handled when you tell us in advance, including vegetarian options on request for some walks.
- Itineraries and inclusions confirmed in your quote, including whether lunch is part of the day.
How to choose
- Choose a wine region if you want vineyards and scenery, or a food walk if you prefer a city neighbourhood on foot.
- Check the season: the Okanagan and Annapolis Valley tours run from spring to autumn, and Niagara has a harvest in September and October.
- Tell us your taste in wine so the winery stops can be tailored, from crisp whites to bold reds or sparkling.
- Share allergies and dietary restrictions early so the operator can plan the tasting stops.
- Decide between a half day and a full day, since more stops means a longer, slower day.
Frequently asked questions
Do I need a designated driver for the wine tours?
No. The Okanagan Wine Tasting Tour from Kelowna, the Niagara-on-the-Lake Wine Tour from Toronto and the Annapolis Valley, Grand-Pré & Wine Tour are all driven for you, so everyone can taste.
Are the food walking tours suitable for vegetarians?
Often, yes. The Vancouver Gastown & Chinatown Food Walking Tour offers vegetarian options on request, and the Toronto and Montréal walks can adapt to dietary needs when you ask in advance.
Is the food on a food walk enough for a meal?
Treat it as a generous tasting rather than a sit-down meal. Many travellers plan a light lunch before or a late dinner after. Ask the operator in your quote about portion sizes if this matters to you.
What is Niagara known for besides the falls?
The Niagara-on-the-Lake Wine Tour from Toronto highlights cool-climate wines, including Riesling, Chardonnay, Cabernet Franc and ice wine, and the historic town itself. Many travellers pair it with a short stop at the falls.
Can I combine wine and sightseeing in one day?
Sometimes. The Annapolis Valley, Grand-Pré & Wine Tour already mixes tastings with history and scenery, and the Niagara wine day can add a Niagara Falls stop. Mention what you want in your request and we will advise what is realistic.