Water to Wine Day Tours
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Chelsea K
9 contributions
Sep 2022
We had a great day on the water. Only negative is that since there were 15 passengers on the boat, we spent A LOT of time waiting to be shuttled back and forth from the dock to the wineries. Better coordination with the wineries would have made the transitions smoother.
Written September 29, 2022
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R6Pereiro
Chicago, IL5 contributions
Aug 2022
Thank you Captain Dennis for this amazing memory! Our group of 8 had such a great time visiting 3 wineries and taking in the beautiful Lake Cayuga views. It was so nice to not have to schedule the tastings or plan the day ourselves. Water to Wine took care of everything. I would highly recommend for anyone visiting the Finger Lakes area.
Written September 2, 2022
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sea6shell
Broadview Heights, OH2 contributions
Sep 2021
Great way to visit a few wineries especially if you like being on the water. Captain DD made the trip so much fun!!!! He was high energy, funny and shared valuable information about the area and the wineries. A great group of people were on our boat. The wineries were good but unfortunately we were only able to visit two by boat but were given the opportunity to visit a third winery after we returned to the dock.
Why drive yourself to the wineries when you can take a boat.
Why drive yourself to the wineries when you can take a boat.
Written September 25, 2021
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stevenwM4132BY
10 contributions
Sep 2021
We were on vacation so we had a good time, however was hoping for a little more. We ended up going to one winery on our 5 hour boat ride. Our first stop was at the Aurora Inn, nice place but not a winery and they were not prepared for the entire boat. We were just 2, but we had a total of 14 on the boat. There was a delay getting seated and we asked why and they said they only had 2 servers and could not handle all 14 of us. Lunch was good but it was not a winery stop.
Our next stop was Long Point winery, the captain called the winery after we arrived and they sent down two mini-vans. They could not hold all 14 so some had to stay behind and be taken to the winery on the next trip (They missed some of the tasting). Long Point winery itself was very nice and we had a great experience, everybody was very nice.
When we returned to the boat the captain informed us that was our last stop of the day because it was too windy, yes it was windy but we still returned to the dock at 4pm, so I am not sure they ever planned to make a third stop. We did get to try two pre-selected wines from Hosmer Winery. Also some of the people got pretty wet on the way back, so be prepared if you go on a windy day.
When we got off the boat we were given coupons for a free tasting at Hosmer Winery and Thirsty Owl, but they closed at 5 so we had less then an hour to get to both wineries and do the tastings. We were able to get to both but I don't think others from the boat made it to both wineries. We were the last couple allowed to do tastings, a couple walked in behind us and they were turned away. Hosmer tasting was just okay would not go back, Thirsty Owl was great loved the tasting experience.
So yes, we received 3 tastings, but only visited one winery. It was okay but was expecting 3 wineries or at least 2. On a side note, we tried to book Monday but was told we were the only 2 so the boat would probably not go out, we were asked if we could go Tuesday and then we were with a group of 14 and the stops could not handle the 14 of us.
Our next stop was Long Point winery, the captain called the winery after we arrived and they sent down two mini-vans. They could not hold all 14 so some had to stay behind and be taken to the winery on the next trip (They missed some of the tasting). Long Point winery itself was very nice and we had a great experience, everybody was very nice.
When we returned to the boat the captain informed us that was our last stop of the day because it was too windy, yes it was windy but we still returned to the dock at 4pm, so I am not sure they ever planned to make a third stop. We did get to try two pre-selected wines from Hosmer Winery. Also some of the people got pretty wet on the way back, so be prepared if you go on a windy day.
When we got off the boat we were given coupons for a free tasting at Hosmer Winery and Thirsty Owl, but they closed at 5 so we had less then an hour to get to both wineries and do the tastings. We were able to get to both but I don't think others from the boat made it to both wineries. We were the last couple allowed to do tastings, a couple walked in behind us and they were turned away. Hosmer tasting was just okay would not go back, Thirsty Owl was great loved the tasting experience.
So yes, we received 3 tastings, but only visited one winery. It was okay but was expecting 3 wineries or at least 2. On a side note, we tried to book Monday but was told we were the only 2 so the boat would probably not go out, we were asked if we could go Tuesday and then we were with a group of 14 and the stops could not handle the 14 of us.
Written September 24, 2021
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Ashley C
2 contributions
Jun 2022
First off the captain was very rude and talking about strippers/judging the girls body’s to them. Second the boat was SO loud you couldn’t talk to anyone on it. Third there is still car rides to wineries, so the boat is essentially a taxi across lake two times which is definitely not worth the crazy price tag. Lots of time wasted on slow boat, waiting for cars, and listening to caption talk. I feel terrible for the bride planning this for her bachelorette party was the worst decision!
Written June 15, 2022
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Ashleigh B
Ambler, PA1 contribution
Jun 2022
first off- our captain DD was great! dealt with our loud and crazy group of bachelorette girls without issue! the booking process was a little unclear. and wine tastings were NOT included as we thought. we also thought bottled water was included and a coupon for purchases but apparently that’s for “daily” tours and we had a “private” tour… not clear during booking process. additionally, when we got to the second winery they had no clue we were even coming and had no space for us as they were at capacity. so we had our wine tasting in the ATTIC. while most got to over look the lake on a beautiful day. just poor communication. the first winery charged us an ADDITIONAL $2/person because we came on the boat tour…… not sure how that makes ANY sense? the boat ride was fun. but next time i’d probably just take a different boat ride for fun and travel to the wineries myself. it is a great idea in theory just not very well organized or communicated.
Written June 7, 2022
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Emily
Vestal, NY1 contribution
Aug 2022
Overall, our water to wine tour was disappointing. Captain Mike was very responsive and helpful during the planning of our private wine tour. However, when we arrived, wet met Captain DD who really ruined the experience for us. Captain DD was rude and incredibly disrespectful to all members of our group. He was promoting controversial behaviour, answered our questions with disdain, and prioritized himself over our entire group. He ate our food without asking. The wine tour was also expensive for what it was. Will likely not book with Water to Wine tours again nor recommend it to others.
Written August 21, 2022
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Tayler F
1 contribution
Jul 2022
Captain DD made our tour so fun and enjoyable! He has great knowledge of the lake & area. Stopped at 2 wineries and did one tasting on the boat (tasting costs at the wineries are not included in cost of tour). Fun time!
Written July 22, 2022
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Allison Park, PA11 contributions
Oct 2021 • Couples
We went on this cruise last Saturday. Captain Double D is very energetic and really adds to the whole trip. He gave us insight to the wineries, history of the region and even restaurant suggestions. The wineries were very nice with beautiful views. We got lucky with the weather being sunny and in the 70’s. I would recommend this trip to anyone.
Written October 5, 2021
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Audrey W
Vernon Rockville, CT1 contribution
Jul 2021
The six of us booked our wine tour with Water To Wine for a weekend destined to be rainy. Captain Mike called and spoke with us the day before and morning of to adjust the plan in the hopes of avoiding torrential downpours. Unfortunately we still got soaking wet, but Captain Mike laughed with us, provided some umbrellas and we still had a fantastic time! Thankful for Thirsty Owl's large selection of dry clothes available for purchase!
Written July 27, 2021
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Are you doing tours the week of October 16, 2017?
Kate T
New Providence, NJ17 contributions
This is a seasonal business and they may have closed for the winter already. I recommend checking the website for the most up to date info. Look for wine limo on Cayuga Lake
Trish92113
King of Prussia, PA
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skip14521
Ovid, NY
95% of the time: Sheldrake Point, Long Point & Thirsty Owl
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