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Escape the Ordinary — Discover Farming the Way Nature Intended
Discover the magic of heritage agriculture with a guided tour at Virginia Gold Heritage Farms — a one-of-a-kind experience that brings you up close to the beauty, craftsmanship, and daily rhythm of a true working farm.
Whether you’re a family looking for a memorable adventure, a couple seeking something unique, or a group planning a special event like a family reunion or corporate outing, our tours offer an unforgettable way to connect with the land and each other.
Explore a diversified farm where fruit orchards, flower fields, pastured-raised beef and pork, and handcrafted production come together — from estate wine and farmhouse made tallow skincare to jams, meats, and more. There’s no better way to experience the real heart of farm life in the Shenandoah Valley.
unique and memorable experiences
Just for Fun Tour
Take a leisurely stroll through Virginia Gold on our Just for Fun Tour — a relaxed, sightseeing tour that makes a great introduction to life on our working farm. You’ll visit our cows and pigs at their pastures and meet the animals up close from behind the safety of the fence. Guests will learn how our regenerative farming methods create healthier trees and livestock, which in turn produce better fruit and meat.
Along the way, we’ll share the story behind our handcrafted tallow skincare line and estate produced wine and what make them so unique. Capture beautiful photos at scenic stops around the farm, then finish your visit at our farm shop where you can shop our fruit, meats, balms, wine and other farm-made goods.
Please note: this is a shared tour experience. On busy days, we may pair up to four groups together to enjoy the tour as a larger group.
$125 • 45 minutes • Up to 6 guests (add $15 per additional guest)
Participants receive 10% off all on-site purchases day of tour
Feed and Frolic Tour
Get a little closer to the action with our Feed & Frolic Tour — a hands-on, heartwarming experience for animal lovers of all ages. You’ll enjoy all the highlights of our Just for Fun Tour, plus extra time at the pastures to hand-feed our friendly pigs and cows right through the fence line. Guests will learn how our regenerative farming methods create healthier trees and livestock, which in turn produce better fruit and meat.
Along the way, we’ll share the story behind our handcrafted tallow skincare line and estate produced wine and what make them so unique. Capture beautiful photos at scenic stops around the farm, then finish your visit at our farm shop where you can shop our fruit, meats, balms, wine and other farm-made goods.
Please note: this is a shared tour experience. On busy days, we may pair up to four groups together to enjoy the tour as a larger group.
$175 • 45–60 minutes • Up to 6 guests (add $15 per additional guest)
Participants receive 10% off all on-site purchases day of tour
VIP Farm Tour
Experience the very best of Virginia Gold Heritage Farms on our VIP Farm Tour — an exclusive, all-access journey through the heart of our farm. Climb aboard our vintage tour vehicle and ride in comfort as we explore multiple pastures and scenic viewpoints.
Along the way, you’ll learn about our regenerative farming methods, what makes fruit, livestock, meats, and wines so exceptional, and how we craft our nourishing tallow skincare products right here on the farm. Guests can feed the animals safely from the vehicle and even step inside select pastures for up-close moments and unforgettable photos.
The experience begins with welcome drinks at our onsite winery and concludes at our farm shop for a private tasting/product sampling featuring our meats, balms, and seasonal orchard produce.
This is a Private experience. No other groups will join on this tour.
$450 • 1 hour 45 minutes • Up to 6 guests
Participants receive 10% off all on-site purchases day of tour
Farmer for a Day Tour
Roll up your sleeves and step into the boots of a real Virginia Gold farmer with our Farmer for a Day Tour — an immersive, behind-the-scenes experience for those who want to truly understand how and why we do what we do.
This extended tour includes everything from our VIP Farm Tour, plus added time in each pasture and pen for hands-on learning. You’ll help mix the cows’ daily mineral rations, prepare specialized feed for our breeding pigs, inspect orchard equiptment, learn about specitly machinery we use in our flower feilds, check field waters and electric fences, and learn how we balance animal care, land stewardship, and business operations in a regenerative ranching model.
Along the way, enjoy plenty of photo opportunities, meaningful animal encounters, and open discussions about everything from farrowing to USDA-inspected processing. Perfect for the naturally curious, aspiring farmers, or anyone who wants to see what life on a working farm is really all about.
This is a Private experience. No other groups will join on this tour.
$600 • 3 hours • Up to 6 guests
Participants receive 10% off all on-site purchases day of tour