How Do You Plan a Galena, IL Wine Tasting Vacation?

 Owners of a Popular Galena Hotel Share How to Plan a Wine Vacation

Galena, United States - March 17, 2023 /Goldmoor Inn/

There are many reasons to plan a trip to Galena, such as its vibrant history, great shopping, and fabulous food. Many people, however, plan their trip around one specific type of adventure—wine tasting. Galena wine country provides the perfect domestic experience that is easily accessible yet worlds away from daily life. “A trip to Galena wine country is every bit as rich and authentic as one to Spain, Bordeau, or France, but perhaps differently so,” explain Slobo and Birgit Radin, owners of the famous Goldmoor Inn. “Wine travelers will find fantastic choices and award-winning local wines. And, just as significant, because it is a domestic trip, visitors can budget more money toward creating an idyllic adventure and less on the expenses of travel.”

Top Tips for Planning a Galena, IL Wine Tasting Vacation

You do not have to be a sommelier to enjoy great wine. Wine enthusiasts of all types will enjoy venturing into Galena wine country and exploring the region through wine. Even those traveling the world searching for fabulous bottles are drawn to and surprised by Galena’s hilly topography, rich loamy soil, and ideal growing conditions. Galena wineries have wisely capitalized on this, growing Illinois-hardy grapes such as Marechal Foch, St. Croix, and Frontenac to produce beautifully distinctive dry reds, whites, and rosés. Here are the top tips for planning the perfect trip.

Book Galena Hotels Early

Since Galena is a year-round destination that draws travelers worldwide, it is important to book Galena hotels, such as the Goldmoor Inn, early. There are several distinctive options, with something to suit all preferences, whether one prefers to be directly in the main part of town or those who wish to be a little bit more removed to enjoy a more restive retreat. All Galena hotels place guests within reach of the wineries and wine tours.

Decide on the Kind of Experience

The next step is to decide between a wine tour or visiting the wineries independently. 

Wine tours allow visitors to enjoy popular wineries and leave the driving and navigating to someone else. Wine tours also provide more time to devote to travel companions and enjoying the scenery.

Two of the popular wine tours include:

Countryside Tours

Countryside Wine tasting Tours is a 4-hour tour that visits 3 of the six popular local wineries (Rocky Waters, Fergedaboudit, Massbach, Stone Cliff, Sunset Ridge, or Galena Cellars.)

Galena Wine Tours

Galena wine tours begin by picking up participants from their Galena hotel and then onto a beautiful journey through the region. Participants can book either a Galena wine, food, and brew tour or a wine and food tour.

Self Guided Tours

The second option is, of course, a self-guided tour. For a self-guided tour, it is important to drink responsibly and have a designated driver. Here are the top wineries and vineyards.

Galena Cellars Vineyard and Winery

Galena Cellars Vineyard and Winery are actually two locations. Visitors to the vineyard can enjoy a behind-the-scenes tour, and the winery offers live music and award-winning wines.

Massbach Ridge Winery

With over 20 years of history, Massbach now produces 15 types of exciting wines in a beautifully scenic wine-tasting room in downtown Galena.

Galena Hotels for Wine Vacations

Choosing where to stay is also essential for anyone planning a wine destination vacation in Galena. The Goldmoor Inn is among the most popular Galena hotels and is favored for its gourmet breakfasts, luxury accommodations, and top-rated restaurant, Goldmoor Dining.

For more information about booking a stay, visit the website at https://www.goldmoor.com. You can also reach helpful staff by calling (815) 777-3925.