Autumn is the perfect season to travel around Ukraine—when vineyards are heavy with ripe grapes and wineries welcome guests with open doors.
During this time, Zakarpattia and Odesa transform into gastronomic hubs, offering authentic cuisine, historic castles, and unique tastings. This is where the authentic flavor of Ukrainian wine is born—from the cellars of Mukachevo to the sun-drenched vineyards of Tairovo.
Wine tours in autumn are more than just leisure—they’re an introduction to the people who shape traditions, and a chance to see Ukraine through the lens of taste, culture, and warm hospitality. In this guide, we’ve gathered the top fall routes that blend relaxation, history, and enjoyment of every moment.
Cheese & Wine Tour through Zakarpattia (2 days / 1 night)
Lviv — Stryi — “Karpaty” Sanatorium (Schönborn Palace) — Mukachevo — Berehove — Vynohradiv — Synevyr / Iza — Mizhhirya — Pylypets — Lviv
A 2-day gastronomic and sightseeing tour for those who appreciate natural beauty, fine wine, and Transcarpathian cuisine. The journey begins with departure from Lviv at 08:00 or from Stryi at 09:00. The first stop is the “Karpaty” Sanatorium, featuring the iconic Schönborn Palace—a prime example of Austro-Hungarian architecture. Next comes a tour of Mukachevo Castle, a deep dive into the city’s history, and lunch at a local restaurant.
The journey continues to Berehove, where participants can choose to soak in thermal pools or stroll through the town’s historic center. The day ends with a wine tasting in the low-mountain region near Berehove, followed by dinner and an overnight stay in local rural guesthouses.
Day 2 begins with breakfast and a transfer to Vynohradiv for a craft cheese tasting. The main highlight of the route is a trip to Synevyr National Park, including a hike to the lake, a visit to the bear rehabilitation center, and a traditional Carpathian lunch. Return to Stryi by 20:45 and to Lviv by 21:45.
Winter itinerary (late November to late March): instead of Synevyr — tours to Iza (willow weaving workshop), visit to a deer farm, lunch in Mizhhirya, a chairlift ride, and a visit to Shypit Waterfall in Pylypets. The tour is full of scenery, flavors, and authentic cultural charm.
Price: Contact manager for details
Address: 1 P. Doroshenka St., Lviv, “Vidviday” Tour Operator
Phone: +38 (067) 50-88-667
Wine Tour near Odesa (1 day)
Odesa (Soborna Square) — Biliaivka — “Paromnyk” Cafe — Tairovo Institute — Odesa (return)
A one-day getaway for those looking to experience southern Ukrainian winemaking without leaving the Odesa region. Organized by the tour company “Tudoy-Sudoy,” this 9-hour tour is designed for groups of up to 20 people.
Starts at 09:00 at Soborna Square in Odesa. First stop: the private winery of Maryan Shevchenko in Biliaivka, where in 2016 the historic law supporting small winemakers was signed. Guests will learn about the vineyard’s history and winemaking technologies, and enjoy a guided tasting in the cellar.
Next, the tour heads to “Paromnyk” Cafe between Chornomorsk and Odesa—a home-style lunch outdoors with port views. The final stop is the Tairovo Institute’s winemaking station. Here, guests enjoy a 45-minute tour, visit the wine cellars and the Vasyl Tairov Museum, followed by a tasting of 10 wines—including rare dessert varieties. Wines can be purchased in the official shop.
A professional guide accompanies the group throughout the tour, sharing insights into southern Ukraine’s winemaking history. Tour ends at approx. 18:00 back at Soborna Square.
Price: Contact manager for details
Address: Soborna Square, Odesa (group meeting point)
Phone: +38 (097) 250-90-90
Tour of the Shabo Wine Culture Center with Tasting
Odesa — Bilhorod-Dnistrovskyi (Fortress) — Shabo Village (Wine Culture Center) — Odesa
One of the most popular southern Ukraine wine routes, combining a visit to Bilhorod-Dnistrovskyi Fortress with the Shabo Wine Culture Center. Duration: 8 hours.
The trip begins with a 2-hour transfer from Odesa to Bilhorod-Dnistrovskyi. There, visitors explore the ancient fortress and enjoy free time before heading to Shabo village. The main feature of the tour is a visit to one of Ukraine’s oldest wineries, founded over 200 years ago by Swiss winemaker Louis Tardan.
The tour includes the Royal and Sherry Cellars, massive storage halls, the labyrinth-museum, a film hall, and the Champagne House. The highlight is a wine tasting in the Crystal Hall—five underground levels below—in a cellar filled with oak barrels. Guests sample several types of wine and learn about fermentation and aging.
You can book either part of the tour separately: only the fortress or only Shabo. This tour is ideal for fans of history, architecture, and fine wine.
Price: 1500 UAH — adult, 1300 UAH — child
Address: 35 Tsentralna St., Shabo, Odesa Region
Phone: +38 (048) 734-47-15
“Alco-Tour” to Zakarpattia: 10 Rules for an Unforgettable Trip
Lviv — Stryi — Verkhnyaya Hrabiwnytsia — Mukachevo — Kosyno — Berehove — Khust — Iza — Kolochava — Lviv
This tour is perfect for groups looking for more than sightseeing—expect humor, fun, and delicious tastings. Organized by “Vidviday.”
Day 1: Departure from Lviv at 08:00 or Stryi at 09:00. Visit to a WWII bunker in Verkhnyaya Hrabiwnytsia, lunch in Mukachevo, and bathing in the thermal pools of the “Kosyno” resort—with pools themed by aroma: wine, coffee, beer, palinka. In the evening: wine and palinka tastings in Berehove. Overnight stay in guesthouses.
Day 2: Breakfast, tasting of cognac and wine in Khust, tour of the deer farm in Iza, followed by lunch and an “alco-quest” in Kolochava with mini-performances about highlander life. Return to Stryi at 22:00 and to Lviv at 23:30.
The program includes fun games, photo stops, local dishes, and warm hospitality. Perfect for group or corporate travel.
Price: 1295 UAH
Address: 1 P. Doroshenka St., Lviv, “Vidviday” Tour Operator
Phone: +38 (063) 670-55-87
Zakarpattia Beaujolais, Fiery Baths, and Festivities
Lviv — Uzhhorod — Perechyn — Voyevodyno — Lumshory — Lviv
A festive tour timed to the “Zakarpattia Beaujolais” Young Wine Festival in Uzhhorod. Combines relaxation, quests, tastings, and hot tub baths.
Day 1: Departure from Lviv at 08:00. Arrival in Uzhhorod, city tour and lunch, followed by participation in the Beaujolais festival—young wine tastings, live music, and festive dinner. Overnight stay in a hotel in Perechyn.
Day 2: Breakfast, cheese tasting at the “Perechyn Manufactory”, walk through Voyevodyno resort park, bathing in traditional hot tubs in Lumshory. After lunch, tasting Zakarpattia cuisine at “Pidkova” tavern with live music. Return to Lviv at 23:00.
Includes participation in a city quest “In Search of Uzhhorod’s Mini Sculptures”, meet-and-greets with local producers, and full immersion in the Carpathian festive atmosphere.
Price: Contact manager for details
Address: 1 P. Doroshenka St., Lviv, “Vidviday” Tour Operator
Phone: +38 (067) 50-88-667
In Zakarpattia, wine tours offer the warmth of hot tubs and the aroma of young Beaujolais. In the Odesa region, the sea breeze and elegance of Shabo wines. These aren’t just trips — they are encounters with the soul of the area where each glass tells a story of land, labor, and love of life.
In autumn, nature adds its own charm — golden Carpathian slopes, soft sun, and a cozy atmosphere. These journeys leave more than photos — they leave memories of the real Ukraine: sincere, flavorful, and enchanting.
