The Fingerlakes region of upstate New York offer many different wineries throughout this rolling pastoral landscape. The Seneca, Keuka, or Cayuga Wine Trails take you to wineries along the way, where you can participate in sampling and tastings. The company Finger Lakes Winery Tours runs guided tours through these trails, using bio-diesel transport vans. The tours are available on a regularly scheduled or custom basis.
In the northern portions of upstate New York is the Adirondack park. Established in 1892, the Adirondack park's motto is "Forever Wild." Tours designed to take you into the wilderness of this boreal pine forest are available throughout the region. If you wish to really get off the beaten path and into remote sections of the park, consider a day hike tour with Packbasket Adventures out of the hamlet of Wanakena. The guides at Packbasket take you and yours out for half-day or full-day hiking tours on the trails around Wanakena and Cranberry Lake.
The Hudson River flows down through the capital region of Albany to New York City. Hudson River cruises provide rides that take you out for half-day or full-day cruises along the river giving riders the opportunity to see upstate New York from a nautical perspective. Cruises on the boat the Rip Van Winkle provide guides who give narrations on the history of the area. Tours depart from Kingston, New York, and are conducted in spring, summer and fall. Food and drinks are available on board for a charge.
