Ride an open-air wagon through 1,400 acres of Frederick Law Olmsted–designed landscape on a working farm that was once the grandest private estate in Vermont. Rare behind-the-scenes access to cheesemaking, heritage breeds, and lakeside vistas that few visitors ever see.
What to expect
Board an open wagon at the Farm Store & Welcome Center and roll through pastures where Brown Swiss dairy cows graze beside historic barns. Your guide explains the Vanderbilt-Webb family legacy, sustainable agriculture, and award-winning clothbound cheddar production. The route culminates at the lakeside with panoramic views of the Adirondacks across Lake Champlain. Tours run 11:30 AM–1:00 PM, keeping the experience intimate and unhurried.
Good to know
Tours run May 9–October 18, 2026; depart 11:30 AM sharp — book well in advance as group sizes are strictly limited. Shelburne, VT is approximately 3 hours by road from Shelburne, NS, so confirm your ship's all-aboard time carefully; this pairing works best on an overnight or late-departure call.
Sail there
Luxury cruises that call at Burlington — book through us, the fare is identical and your concierge stays on your side.
More to do in Burlington
- Private Schooner Sail on Lake Champlain at Sunset
- Church Street & South End Culinary Walking Tour
- Shelburne Museum: Private Curator-Guided Grand Tour
- ECHO Leahy Center: Private Expert-Led Lake Champlain Deep Dive
- Lake Champlain Ferry Crossing to New York State & Adirondack Scenic Drive
- Burlington Bike Path & Causeway: Private Guided Cycle Adventure
- Fleming Museum of Art & UVM Campus: Private Cultural Immersion