5 Hour Historic Thomas Jefferson Wine Tour

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    5 Hour Historic Thomas Jefferson Wine Tour

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    Summary
    Experience Details
    What You’ll Experience
    Where to Meet
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    Location
    Albemarle
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    Duration
    5 hours
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    Number of Guests
    2 - 6 guests
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    Accessibility
    Stroller Accessible
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    Language
    English
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    Vegetarian, Family-friendly, Private Experience
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    Explore the scenic vineyards of Charlottesville on a 5-hour tour. Sample exquisite Virginia wines and delve into Thomas Jefferson's legacy. An unforgettable journey through history and taste.

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    For each guest that attends this experience, byFood will donate
    10 meals

    Experience Details

    We would like to personally invite you to join us on an unforgettable journey through the beautiful countryside of Charlottesville and the surrounding area. As you enjoy tastings of some of Virginia's finest and most celebrated wines, you will be completely immersed in the rich history shaped by Thomas Jefferson’s lasting influence on the region. This experience promises to be both relaxing and enlightening, blending the natural beauty, exquisite flavors, and historical depth unique to this area.

    What You Get

    Private transportation
    Water Bottles
    Knowledgeable and Friendly Guide
    All food and beverages

    Good To Know

    • Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller
    • Public transportation options are available nearby
    • Suitable for all physical fitness levels
    • Specialized infant seats are available

    What You’ll Experience

    1

    The Rotunda

    The Rotunda, located at the far end of Academic Village, is where you will be dropped off. A self-guided walking tour map and informational leaflet pertaining to the Rotunda and Academic Village will be given to you. After 30 minutes, we will go back to the drop-off location to pick you up.
    30 minutesAdmission Ticket Free
    2

    Jefferson Vineyards

    Enjoy a wine tasting for one hour at Jefferson Vineyards. This is the original site of Jefferson and Philip Mazzei's effort to make wine.
    1 hourAdmission Ticket Free

    Gordonsville (Pass By)

    Your guide will point out the Exchange Hotel and other historically significant locations as we drive through Gordonsville.
    3

    Barboursville Vineyards and Historic Ruins

    At Barboursville Vineyards, you can partake in wine tastings and eat at one of the two restaurants. You can explore the ruins of the Barboursville Estate before or after lunch.
    1 hour 45 minutesAdmission Ticket Free
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    Southwest Mountains Vineyards

    Enjoy wine tastings at this beautiful winery
    1 hourAdmission Ticket Free

    Meeting & Pickup

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    Pickup Details
    Please be sure to leave your specific pick up and drop off location

    Cancellation Policy

    Cancel your booking at least 24 hours before the experience start time to receive a full refund.

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    Reviews
    4.8
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    Top Notch Tour
    May 11, 2026

    My husband and decided to take a long weekend and do a wine tour. We both like history and so we chose the Historic Thomas Jefferson wine tour. It was lovely! Keith was our driver and he was friend...read more

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    Thomas Jefferson wine tour
    November 03, 2025

    Great tour, Jeremiah was very accommodating and gave us plenty of time at each stop. He made sure we were all set at each winery so we could bypass the crowds.

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    Very knowledgeable and...
    October 16, 2025

    Very knowledgeable and pleasant host. Also flexible with itinerary. Would've loved to have included Veritas winery instead of Keswick.

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    GREAT experience! highly revommend
    June 29, 2025

    we had a fantastic experience on this tour. Love that it started by exploring the Rotunda at UVA and our guide Jeremiah was extremely knowledgeable in the history. Then even though it was a two wi...read more

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    Great way to experience Charlottesville area
    October 17, 2024

    My friend and I had only a couple of days to work with and wanted to experience as much of the area and some wineries, as possible on a tour. This one was perfect. Our very personable guide, Jeremi...read more