We’re sure you’ve heard about how you can take an Amtrak train across the country for less than $300. Now we have even more amazing news! While aboard, you can eat and have a glass of wine while taking in the view because apparently there are several trains that will take you on a tour through different wine countries around the world!

What could possibly be more fun than relaxing on a train ride, taking in the scenery, and sipping on your favorite glass of wine? Taking a train eliminates the risk of drinking and driving, so you’ll definitely want to book one of these amazing wine tours.

1. Napa Valley Wine Train, United States – You probably know that Napa Valley in California is renowned for its wine, but did you know you can tour the famous area on train? If you ever wanted to get a taste of the good old days, this early 1900s style train ride is for you. The Napa Valley Wine Train offers a top-notch dining experience aboard a vintage train and runs for 25 miles while you sit back and enjoy fine dining paired with your favorite wine.

2. San Diego Beer, Wine, and Spirits Tours, United States – If you’re out and about to meet new people or traveling with your significant other, the San Diego Beer, Wine, and Spirits Winery Train Tour is for you. You’ll get to ride along the gorgeous California coast and you’ll stop and taste about 15 local wines. You’ll get to see how wine is made, have a light Italian-style lunch, and get some exercise in touring San Diego on foot. If you’d like to add beer into the mix, you can stop at a brewery as well.

3. Franschhoek Wine Tram, South Africa – If you’ve ever tried South African wines and fell in love with them, then this is the tour for you. The Franschhoek Wine Tram takes in the views of the Franschhoek Valley as you ride through the local vineyards in an open-air tram. Whenever you feel like exploring, simply hop off and go. There are four tram lines to choose from and each goes to eight South African wine estates.

4. Wine Tours of the World, Italy – When you think about fine wine, Italy has to be one of the top places on the list that comes to mind. It is also the home to the Montalcino Express and Treno del Vino. This tour will take you from Siena to Montalcino in Italy where you’ll see amazing views of vineyards and have a birds eye view of Crete Senesi, otherwise known as the Tuscany region. The historic train station is just as much joy as the train ride, so you definitely don’t want to miss this one.

5. Wine Train, Chile – Chile is almost as well known for its wine as Italy and there are plenty of wine tours aboard trains there too. When you board an old-school steam locomotive and tour the picturesque Valley of Colchagua, you’ll feel like you’ve stepped into an old time movie. Sit back and enjoy the ride while sipping on local wines and nibbling on regional cheeses simply can’t be beat.

So if you’re a wine lover, we’re sure by now you’re planning your next vacation and adding these amazing tours to your bucket list. Maybe we’ll see you there!

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