WĂĽrzburg & Franconia
Bavaria's own wine country. Historic cellars beneath baroque palaces, dry Silvaner from the round Bocksbeutel bottle, and a long lunch in a traditional wine tavern.
Private wine trips for American travelers
Private luxury wine tours in Europe, planned by an American who lives here.
Hotels, private tastings, winemaker dinners and drivers, all arranged for you. I can host you in person, take you out on day trips from Munich, or plan every detail and send you off on your own. And when you're ready for summer in January, I'll do the same in South Africa's Cape Winelands.
WSET certified · 30+ countries of wine travel · Calls on US time · Small, private groups only
Meet your host
Hi, I'm Kelly. I moved from the US to Europe, and I've been tasting my way across the world ever since.
I'm an American from North Carolina who has lived in Europe for 12 years. From Franconia's wine taverns to the hills of Chile and the estates of the Cape, I've spent years finding the places worth the drive, and the people who make the wine.
I know what American travelers want from a trip like this, because I wanted it too: beautiful places to stay, wine that tells a story, great food, and someone who has every detail handled.
Wine tours from Munich
Three countries of wine, all within reach of Munich.
Bavaria's own wine country is a day away, and Italy's SĂĽdtirol and Slovenia's wine hills make perfect two- or three-night escapes.
Bolzano & SĂĽdtirol
Alpine Italy with Austrian roots. Lagrein and GewĂĽrztraminer along the South Tyrol Wine Road, lakeside estates around Kaltern and elegant Italian cooking.
Slovenia's wine hills
Hilltop villages and cypress trees on the Italian border, family estates making Rebula and amber "orange" wines, and slow, generous lunches.
Wine tours from Frankfurt
Landing in Frankfurt? Germany's wine heartland starts at the airport.
Many flights from the US arrive in Frankfurt. Start your trip here, or end it with a few days among the vines before your flight home.
Rheinhessen
Germany's largest wine region: rolling hills, ambitious young winemakers and some of the country's most exciting dry Riesling.
Pfalz
Sunny and easygoing, with half-timbered villages along the German Wine Road, richer whites and serious Pinot Noir.
Baden
Germany's warmest wine region, on the edge of the Black Forest. Elegant Pinot Noir and Pinot Blanc, and a remarkable restaurant scene.
Wine tours from Barcelona
Spain's great wines, starting in Barcelona: Cava and Priorat.
A day among the sparkling-wine cellars of Penedès, or a five-day journey into Priorat's dramatic slate hills.
Cava country, Penedès
Spain's sparkling wine heartland, around Sant SadurnĂ d'Anoia. Descend into historic underground cellars, taste traditional-method Cava from family producers, and finish with a long Catalan lunch.
Cava & Priorat journey
Sparkling Penedès, then the dramatic slate terraces and powerful old-vine reds of Priorat.
- Day 1Arrive in Barcelona. Welcome dinner and a wine-bar crawl.
- Day 2Cava cellars in Penedès and a long lunch among the vines.
- Day 3Drive to Priorat. Small family estates and dinner in a stone village.
- Day 4Vineyard walk, the Scala Dei monastery ruins and neighboring Montsant.
- Day 5Return to Barcelona for one more lunch, or straight to your flight.
Also in South Africa
The Cape Winelands.
Mountains, historic estates and world-class wine in Stellenbosch and Franschhoek, hosted by me or fully planned for you. Easy to combine with Cape Town or a safari.
Three ways to work with me
Choose how involved you'd like me to be.
Every option is private and built around your dates, your tastes and the wines you love (or want to discover).
I travel with you
A multi-day wine trip with me as your host and guide, from the first pour to the last dinner.
- Fully planned itinerary, hotels and dining
- Private tastings and winemaker visits
- Chauffeured transport throughout
- Me by your side the whole trip
From €2,500 per person · 3–10 days
Wine country, back by dinner
In town for business, a cruise or a city break? Add a private day, or a few nights, in wine country with hotel pickup.
- WĂĽrzburg and Franconia from Munich
- Südtirol or Slovenia, 2–3 nights
- Rheinhessen, Pfalz or Baden from Frankfurt
- Cava country from Barcelona
From €850 per group of up to 4 · full day
I plan it, you go
Prefer to explore on your own? I design and book the whole trip, then stay on call while you travel.
- Custom day-by-day itinerary
- Hotels, tastings, restaurants and drivers booked
- A printed and digital trip guide
- WhatsApp support while you travel
Planning fee from €450
Special requests
Dreaming of somewhere else?
With more than 30 countries of wine travel behind me, I'm happy to plan trips beyond my home regions: Chile, Croatia, Italy's Prosecco hills and Lake Como, Bordeaux and more.
How it works
From first call to final toast.
1
A conversation
A free video call at a time that suits you in the US. Tell me what you love to drink, eat and see.
2
Your proposal
A tailored itinerary with hotels, estates and restaurants, and a clear all-in price.
3
I book everything
Reservations, drivers and tastings confirmed, with a beautiful trip guide in your inbox.
4
You enjoy it
With me beside you, or a message away.
What guests say
Kind words from past travelers.
“Kelly took us to places we never would have found on our own. We visited so many incredible wineries, and I learned more about wine than I ever had before.”
“Kelly thought of everything. Every detail was beautifully organized and coordinated, and I loved not having to think about a thing while we traveled.”
“Thank you so much for planning such an amazing trip! We explored so much and saw so many special places. It was everything we hoped for and more.”
Questions
Frequently asked questions
Do I need to know a lot about wine?
Not at all. Tastings are tailored to your level, from curious beginner to serious collector.
Can you plan around a cruise, business trip or Oktoberfest?
Yes. Pre- and post-cruise wine extensions from Barcelona and Frankfurt, and single days out of Munich, are some of my most popular requests.
Which city should I fly into?
Munich for Franconia, SĂĽdtirol and Slovenia; Frankfurt for Rheinhessen, Pfalz and Baden; Barcelona for Cava and Priorat. Not sure? We'll work it out together on our first call.
How far ahead should I book?
The earlier the better, especially for the most sought-after hotels and estates. Day trips can often be arranged at shorter notice.
Let's talk
Let's plan your wine trip.
Tell me a little about your plans and I'll get back to you within two working days to set up a free call.