4 Cheese Tours Worldwide to Build an Evening Around

1.Romantic Boat Cruise with Wine & Cheese or Surprise Dinner

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 14 reviews · 1 hour - 90 minutes · from $129Our pick

Take a private or shared electric Duffy boat around Marina del Rey with Captain Shaun or another English-speaking captain. Expect calm water, yacht and waterfront views, music, blankets, two glasses of wine per person, and chances to spot sea lions. Add charcuterie, sushi, or a surprise dinner for a more festive date.

“Shaun our duffy driver was amazing. I love how close he got us to the sunset and how we chased the best view possible around the jetty. Would definitely recommend getting the wine and cheese pairing— he plays romantic french music in the background and shares lots of facts about surrounding architecture and boats while we pass them by. If you are looking for a silent and intimate ride with your partner you should probably tell Shaun beforehand, otherwise you may feel interrupted by his tourguide style interjections. (I at first wanted no talking just the romantic music with my husband but as he kept pointing stuff out and trying…”

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2.Romantic Luxury Boat Cruise with Wine Cheese Sea LionTours

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 11 reviews · 1 to 2 hours (approx.) · from $149

Cruise Marina del Rey for one to two hours with Captain Shaun, two glasses of wine, and charcuterie while watching sea lions and coastal wildlife. Choose a relaxed sunset ride, karaoke, surprise dinner, or wildlife photography option. Groups are limited to 11 people.

“Easy to work with and great communication. Wouldn’t hesitate to book with again. Loved seeing the marina and the wild life. Thanks again!”

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3.Marina Del Rey: Romantic Cruise, Wine, Cheese, Sealions

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 6 reviews · 1h 30m · from $149

Spend 90 minutes on a fully electric Duffy boat with Captain Shaun Alexander or another experienced English-speaking captain. You’ll pass yachts, waterfront homes, and wildlife while enjoying two glasses of wine and a small charcuterie board. Private groups are available, and optional sushi, dinner, champagne, or extra drinks can be added.

“We had the most amazing time with Captain Shaun!! I bought the 90min cruise for my wife as a Christmas present and she couldn’t have been more thrilled. He had a beautiful charcuterie board and a nice bottle of champagne waiting for us when we boarded. My wife is a vegetarian and Captain Shaun did a great job of following her dietary restriction. He was so personable and friendly. From the first second we greeted him we knew we were in for a great time! He is clearly a very passionate and knowledgeable person. He made us want to buy a boat! We loved hearing about the history of the…”

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4.Romantic Wine and Cheese Boat Tower Cruise

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 4 reviews · from $145

Take a 90-minute private sunset cruise from 1441 Quivira Road in San Diego. A licensed USCG captain pilots your boat around Mission Bay, while you enjoy a 360-degree observation tower, cheese and crackers, water, and your own wine with no corkage fee. Captain Rich is known for pointing out local landmarks, history, trivia, and wildlife.

“The ride captured stunning views of the ocean and San Diego. The captain was great and he was very knowledgeable! He had an assortment of snacks and even a blanket.”

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