11 of the Top Farm Experiences Per Viator Travelers

Greece is known for its hospitality, and this is most evident in its more rural areas. On Naxos, the largest of the beautiful Cyclades Islands, you can learn to cook Greek food over a traditional wood fire on a farm tour. This is one of the especially great farm experiences for families and animal lovers, as you’ll see chickens, rabbits, peacocks, and other animals roaming the family-run farm.

What one reviewer said: Fantastic experience! We loved learning about the farm and the traditions of the family. The cooking was very fun. The kids (8 and 9) loved getting to cut and grate vegetables. The food and wine were delicious. My kids loved throwing table scraps to the ducks.” Sarah_J, Aug 2025

Culinary experiences in Italy aren't limited to wine and pasta tasting—explore the best that the countryside has to offer on a wine and farm tour. Tour olive and lemon groves; learn about olive oil production; and sample limoncello, honey, cheese, and more at a fourth-generation family farm outside Sorrento. After your farm tour, you’ll sit down to a hearty meal made from farm-fresh ingredients grown right on-site. Buon appetito!

What one reviewer said: “Such a beautiful property with a genuine guide. This farm is family-run and you can really tell just how proud and passionate they are about their work. Our guide was so kind and informative and the meal they served us was delicious. I highly recommend this tour!” K_M, August 2025

You don’t need to be on a summer vacation to enjoy all farm experiences—not in Finland, anyway. Many people travel to Lapland to visit the Santa Claus Village and chase the northern lights in winter, and while you’re in Rovaniemi, you can actually meet the real-life Dancer, Prancer, and friends at a reindeer farm. Ride a snowmobile to the farm, then enjoy a fun reindeer-pulled sleigh ride while you’re there.

What one reviewer said: “The afternoon was incredible. Snowmobiling and the reindeer farm with a brief reindeer ride was awesome—made the whole day worth it. The guide at the farm was amazing and full of knowledge.” Katy_K, March 2025

Lexington, Kentucky is practically synonymous with thoroughbred horses and horse racing, but for a behind-the-scenes look, you should book a farm tour. Get insider access to private horse farms that are not usually open to visitors to learn all about thoroughbred care, breeding, and racing. This is a must-do farm experience for families, especially horse-loving ones. You might even get the chance to feed a treat to your favorite horse.

What one reviewer said: “We enjoyed the tour a lot. We were able to feed the horses mints and take pictures at a near distance at the first farm. The horses and grounds for all three farms were beautiful. The guide provided detailed information and a good amount of humor.” Alan_B, August 2025

As well as its volcanoes, wildlife, and surfing, Costa Rica is renowned for its delicious coffee and chocolate. Get a taste of both (literally) on a coffee and chocolate plantation tour from Alajuela, outside the capital of San Jose. Craft your own chocolate bar and drink in the plantation’s many scenic highlights, which include checking out a waterfall and catching a glimpse of the area’s abundant birds and other animals.

What one reviewer said: “Great experience for adults and kids! Really fun to learn about and make chocolate. The Don Jorge team was very engaging with the kids.” Bethany_B, July 2025

Argentina is famous for its beef farming and the associated gaucho (cowboy) culture, and you can feel like you’re part of the country’s long tradition on a tour that combines the two. Take a break from busy Buenos Aires and head out on a day trip to a farm outside the city, where you can watch gauchos demonstrate their cattle-wrangling skills, ride on horseback (or in a carriage if you prefer), watch a folklore show, and savor a hearty Argentine barbecue meal.

What one reviewer said: “We had a wonderful day on this tour. Franco, our guide, was informative and fun. The Estancia was very welcoming. We fed goats, [rode] horses, [and] ate delicious local dishes with wine. We watched and then attempted to do the traditional dancing [...] I thoroughly recommend going on this tour.” Amanda_P, August 2025

Floating market tours are a mainstay of any trip to Bangkok, but if you've ever wondered where that fresh food comes from, join a tour that includes a visit to a local farm. This combo tour takes you on a boat ride to the Damnoen Saduak Floating Market before heading to a coconut farm, where you’ll see farmers pasteurizing coconut water, processing the sugar, and more.

What one reviewer said: “Nina, our guide, was exceptional! We had a fantastic day exploring the various markets and immersing ourselves in the local culture. Nina truly went above and beyond [and] the tour was well organized and the transportation was comfortable. Highly recommend!” DeAnne_B, June 2025

Away from the white-sand beaches, the Indonesian island of Bali is synonymous with the sight of seemingly endless green ride paddies terraced into the sides of hills and mountains. Tour an organic farm run by the community near Ubud to admire these pastoral scenes, gather fresh ingredients from the land, and then learn to cook Balinese food from your foraged ingredients.

What one reviewer said: “Taman Dukuh Bali Farm Cooking School offers an unforgettable culinary experience set amidst the lush, serene beauty of a traditional Balinese farm. The focus on sustainability and farm-to-table cooking makes this a unique opportunity to explore the vibrant flavors of Bali using fresh, locally-grown ingredients.” Will_W, September 2024

Queenstown might be known as the adventure capital of New Zealand, but if you want to take a break from adrenaline-pumping extremes, board a peaceful cruise across Lake Wakatipu to the Walter Peak Farm. You’ll get a close-up insight into the rural South Island on this cruise and farm tour—and it doesn’t get much more rural than this, as the farm isn’t accessible by road.

What one reviewer said: “Such a great experience for the whole family. The kids had lots of fun meeting the animals (except for the runaway sheep) and the location was beautiful.” Bradley_R, July 2025

The area around Broome, Western Australia is so remote that flying between attractions is the best way to cover the sights. A tour by fixed-wing airplane takes you over the Buccaneer Peninsula, Horizontal Falls, Kimbolton Range, and other places that would take you days to cover by land, and stops at the Cygnet Bay Pearl Farm at the tip of the Dampier Peninsula.

What one reviewer said: “Had a great morning which included a buffet breakfast, seeing a mother whale and calf, Cygnet Bay Pearl farm and a beautiful flight over the horizontal falls. Russell our pilot was so good, allowing us to see whales and the beautiful coastline of WA. We were picked up and dropped off at our accommodation. Definitely recommend.” Dorothy_R, August 2025

While many people may come to South Africa to spot elephants and lions in Kruger National Park and elsewhere, you don’t have to sign up for a full-on safari experience to observe its wildlife. While driving or touring the famed Garden Route between Cape Town and Port Elizabeth, stop at an ostrich farm to say hi to these impressive big birds. Best of all, this skip-the-line guided tour makes visiting a breeze.

What one reviewer said: “This was an amazing experience; our tour guide was fabulous. Thank you all so much, we will definitely be back again.” Kathleen_V, February 2025