# GrapeHops Tours > Wine, beer and food adventures in Italy, Spain and Croatia ## Posts - [A Taste of Sicily Through the Lens of Aaron Fink](https://grapehops.com/a-taste-of-sicily-through-the-lens-of-aaron-fink/): Aaron Fink is a Sarasota based photographer who travels often and has come on two GrapeHops tours. He and his wife Vicki are fun people and great to travel with but aside from this, Aaron’s photos are truly stunning. He … Continue reading → - [Highlights of Northern Portugal](https://grapehops.com/highlights-northern-portugal/): In May and June, two groups of wine and food loving travelers embarked on the first GrapeHops tours in Northern Portugal. Here are some of the photo highlights of the two tours. We started the tour in the beautiful city … Continue reading → - [Slovenia in the Spring](https://grapehops.com/slovenia-in-the-spring/): In April we will head back to Slovenia for a week-long food and wine extravaganza. It is a beautiful country, with truly exceptional wine and food! Here are some photo highlights of this year’s tour. We start the tour off … Continue reading → - [A Taste of Venice, Photo Highlights from the 2016 Trips](https://grapehops.com/taste-venice-photo-highlights-2016-trips/): There were two “A Taste of Venice” tours this year – one in May and one in June. We were blessed with great weather for both. Even the June trip was not too terribly hot! On this tour, the goal … Continue reading → - [Highlights of Catalonia, May 2015](https://grapehops.com/highlights-of-catalonia-may-2015/): In May our small group of wine and food lovers had fabulous weather, great meals, and fantastic wines for nine days throughout the region of Catalonia in northeast Spain. Here are some highlights. We began our journey with a walking … Continue reading → - [Highlights of Croatia 2014 - Split & Dubrovnik ](https://grapehops.com/highlights-croatia-2014-split-dubrovnik/): Split and Dubrovnik are two of the major cities of Croatia, but they could not be more different.  On the GrapeHops Croatia, Land of Wine & History tour we have a professional guide take us on a city tour, so … Continue reading → - [Highlights of Croatia, 2014 - Hvar Island](https://grapehops.com/highlights-croatia-2014-hvar-island/): Hvar Island is an important stop on any wine tour of Croatia. The Greeks first planted grapes there in the 4th century BC and grape growing and wine making were very important to the island’s economy for well over a … Continue reading → - [Highlights of Croatia, 2014 - Plitvice Lakes National Park ](https://grapehops.com/highlights-croatia-2014-plitvice-lakes-national-park/): Continuing our journey of highlights from GrapeHops tour of Croatia; Land of Wine and History we board a bus and head to Plitvice Lakes National Park. One of the most popular places to visit in all of Croatia, this lush … Continue reading → - [Highlights of Croatia, 2014 - Istria](https://grapehops.com/highlights-croatia-2014/): This year there were three groups to Croatia on the GrapeHops Croatia, Land of Wine and History tour. Here are some highlights of our adventures. We will start with Istria, a peninsula in the northern part of Croatia, bordering Slovenia.  … Continue reading → ## Pages - [La Rioja and Navarra Traveler Comments](https://grapehops.com/rioja-traveler-comments/) - [A Taste of La Rioja and Navarra](https://grapehops.com/rioja-navarra/): La Rioja and Navarra are regions in Northern Spain well-known for excellent wines and wonderful cuisine, not to mention spectacular scenery and vibrant cities. On this eight-day tour we will explore the region from Vitoria-Gasteiz to Pamplona and points in … Continue reading → - [Bulgaria Traveler Comments](https://grapehops.com/bulgaria-traveler-comments/) - [Privacy Policy](https://grapehops.com/privacy-policy/): Thank you for choosing to be part of our community at GrapeHops Tours (“Company”, “we”, “us”, or “our”). We are committed to protecting your personal information and your right to privacy. If you have any questions or concerns about our … Continue reading → - [A Taste of Bulgaria](https://grapehops.com/a-taste-of-bulgaria/): 2022 was the inaugural year for this new GrapeHops tour in Bulgaria. It was very exciting. This is not a country that is on many people’s radar, but that is about to change. Bulgaria has a rich history, beautiful landscapes, … Continue reading → - [Sicily Traveler Comments](https://grapehops.com/sicily-traveler-comments/) - [Portugal Traveler Comments](https://grapehops.com/portugal-traveler-comments/) - [A Taste of Sicily](https://grapehops.com/a-taste-of-sicily/): Sicily has been occupied or settled by many different cultures over many centuries, and this history has shaped the island’s food traditions. Besides pasta, you’ll find couscous; besides the red and white wines you’ll find produced all over Europe, you … Continue reading → - [A Taste of Northern Portugal](https://grapehops.com/taste-northern-portugal/): Join GrapeHops Tours for a new adventure – Northern Portugal. This beautiful area of the world is home to several wine regions and a rich cultural and gastronomic scene. We will start out in the city of Porto for two … Continue reading → - [Slovenia Traveler Comments](https://grapehops.com/slovenia-traveler-comments/) - [Bierzo Traveler Comments](https://grapehops.com/bierzo-traveler-comments/) - [Slovenia Traveler Comments](https://grapehops.com/friuli-traveler-comments/): [random_testimonial count=’100′ width=’100%’ category=’slovenia’ theme=’default_style’ show_date=’0′] - [Piedmont Traveler Comments](https://grapehops.com/piedmont-traveler-comments/) - [Croatia Traveler Comments](https://grapehops.com/croatia-traveler-comments/) - [Venice Traveler Comments](https://grapehops.com/venice-traveler-comments/) - [Galicia Traveler Comments](https://grapehops.com/galicia-traveler-comments/) - [Catalonia Traveler Comments](https://grapehops.com/catalonia-traveler-comments/) - [Traveler comments](https://grapehops.com/traveler-comments/): Here you will see traveler testimonials for all GrapeHops tours. Specific tour testimonials are available for most of our tours. Click on the applicable tour under Traveler Comments in the main menu. - [A Wine & Food Journey Through Slovenia](https://grapehops.com/wine-food-slovenia/): Slovenia is a remarkably beautiful country with exceptional food and wine. In our week-long exploration of the area, we will get to know the typical foods, grape varietals, and people of this lush landscape. Our first four and final nights … Continue reading → - [blog](https://grapehops.com/blog/) - [venice sidebar draft](https://grapehops.com/venice-sidebar-draft/): June 18 – 25, 2015 Price $3195 per person What’s Included All hotel accommodations Transportation on the tour (you will need to get to Oviedo on your own, and depart from Ponferrada or Leon) 7 breakfasts 6 lunches 6 dinners … Continue reading → - [Food, Wine and Culture in Catalonia](https://grapehops.com/catalonia/): Situated in the northeast corner of the Iberian peninsula, Catalonia has it all – history, striking beauty, a world-renowned food scene, and excellent wines. GrapeHops tour of this glorious region includes nine days and nights exploring the gorgeous cities of … Continue reading → - [A Taste of Venice](https://grapehops.com/a-taste-of-venice/): Venice, Italy is one of the most beautiful and most interesting cities on earth.  Sometimes, though, it is hard to navigate – not only on the streets, around the tourists and tourist trade.  Our tour of Venice will approach Venice … Continue reading → - [Wine and Local Foods of Piedmont, Italy](https://grapehops.com/wine-craft-beer-and-local-foods-of-piedmont-italy/): In addition to being one of the most beautiful regions of Italy, Piedmont is also where the Italian craft beer renaissance began, world class wines have been made for centuries and the Slow Food movement was born. In our week … Continue reading → - [A Taste of Galicia](https://grapehops.com/a-taste-of-galicia/): Galicia, in the northwest corner of Spain, is one of the most beautiful areas in Europe. The area has it all – cosmopolitan cities, gorgeous coastline, and densely green and atmospheric mountains. Our week-long tour of Galicia will include some … Continue reading → - [A Taste of Oviedo and El Bierzo, Spain](https://grapehops.com/a-taste-of-oviedo-and-el-bierzo-spain/): Join us as we explore the city of Oviedo & the winegrowing region of the Bierzo, both in Northwest Spain. We will start our trip in Oviedo, a beautiful town in the province of Asturias, known for its cows, cheeses, … Continue reading → - [Croatia, Land of Wine & History](https://grapehops.com/croatia-land-of-wine-history/): Croatia is a land of many wonders – layers upon layers of history, extraordinary natural beauty, wonderful wines and delicious food. Our 12 day tour will be an exploration of the tastes, sights, smells and sounds of this remarkable country. … Continue reading → - [Testimonials](https://grapehops.com/testimonials/): We love to hear what our customers have to say and to share their thoughts with you. What an amazing introduction to Croatia! Some well known places, but other out-of-the-way places that you might never find on your own—towns, wineries, … Continue reading → - [Terms and Conditions](https://grapehops.com/terms-and-conditions/): Deposits and Payments An initial deposit of $500 per person is payable when you reserve. The balance is due 90 days prior to the first day of the trip. Payments can be made by check or zelle. Checks can be … Continue reading → - [Contact Shannon](https://grapehops.com/contact-shannon/): By e-mail: Shannon: shannon@grapehops.com By phone: (805) 886-1551 By mail: GrapeHops Tours P.O. Box 161124 San Diego CA 92176 - [Frequently Asked Questions](https://grapehops.com/frequently-asked-questions/): What can I expect on a GrapeHops tour? Our tours are centered around the food and beverages of the region, with a bit of history and culture thrown in. You can count on a lot of stops for snacks and … Continue reading → - [About Shannon](https://grapehops.com/about-shannon/): Greetings! I am Shannon Essa, founder and owner of GrapeHops Tours. Thank you for visiting the GrapeHops website! I have been organizing wine and food tours to various regions in Europe for over fifteen years. I love Europe and spend … Continue reading → - [Small Group Wine and Food Tours](https://grapehops.com/): Small Group Wine and Food Tours in Some of Europe’s Most Amazing Places GrapeHops Tours are for travelers who love a little culture and activity mixed in with their wine and food experiences. 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