Santa Barbara Wine Country: Small Group Tour

Experience the charm of Santa Barbara Wine Country on our small group tour. Discover hidden gems, taste exquisite wines, and create lasting memories.

Duration: 6 hours
Cancellation: 1 day learn more
Highlights
  • Santa Ynez Valley - Sit back and enjoy the scenery as we drive into the beautiful Santa Ynez Valley. Learn about the history of the region, vineyards, geology and what makes the Santa Barbara wine region so unique. Enjoy tastings at 3 boutique, family owned and independently wineries.
What's Included
  • Enjoy a gourmet picnic lunch
  • Explore vineyards on a guided shared wine tour
  • Tasting fees included for 3 wineries
  • Convenient door-to-door transportation from your accommodations
What's Not Included
  • Gratuities
Additional Information

Have a delightful day on our Santa Barbara Wine Country expedition. Be a part of our small gathering as we uncover the beauty of wines from small-batch and family-led wineries. We partner with more than 25 wineries, hence the itinerary changes daily. You will enjoy a comprehensive wine tasting experience by visiting an assortment of vineyards and boutique tasting rooms.

*Do remember to provide your email address when you book, for crucial tour notifications.

  • Minimum age is 21 years
  • A minimum of 2 people per booking is required
  • Vegetarian & Vegan salads & sandwiches are available
  • Gluten free salads are available
  • Please note: we cannot accommodate guests arriving by cruise ship on this tour because there is not an exact drop off time guaranteed. Please take a look at our Private Tours.
Location
Amtrak Station
State Street
We provide door to door pick up. Please include your address in your booking info. If you do not have accommodations yet we pick up at the Amtrak station. Inn Santa Barbara. There is all day paid parking. Please include Amtrak as your pick up location.
Cancellation Policy

For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.

Customer Ratings
4.8
(66 Ratings)
5 stars
4 stars
3 stars
2 stars
1 star
Barbra_v
Aug 27, 2024
Highly recommended - Our your guide Ian was super knowledgeable about wine and wine making. Learned a lot. The 3 wineries we visited were wonderful but enjoyed the last one where we actually sat down with the wine make/owner. Lunch was included and amazing. Loved the small group feel
Review provided by Viator
Jeff_l
Jul 27, 2024
Great tour - The wine tour was great - Ian was very knowledgeable about the wineries and region, we learned a lot. The locations were friendly and very tasty. Lunch was very good, we highly recommend and would use him again,
Review provided by Viator
Ron_w
Mar 24, 2024
A wine and scenic treat - This wasn’t just wine tasting, but also an education. We’re not strangers to wine tasting, but this was informative and personal. Visiting smaller, family owned wineries snuggled amidst lush countryside was an unexpected treat. Oh, the wine was excellent, and Iaon Pohlit owner/operator of Rooted Vines, was knowledgeable and thoughtful. It was a very pleasurable day.
Review provided by Viator
Kailahl2024
Mar 3, 2024
A TIME WAS HAD! - The rain and gloomy weather didn’t stop a thing! My friends and I had a great time. Ian, our tour guide, was very friendly and informative!
Review provided by Tripadvisor
Fransisco_g
Dec 24, 2023
Great birthday experience - This was such a beautiful experience for my lady on her special birthday. Ioan was so knowledgeable, respectful, and fun. This was an unforgettable experience!
Review provided by Viator
Jessie_f
Nov 7, 2023
Perfect wine tour - Iaon was very knowledgeable, friendly and provided a wonderful experience for our first time visiting Santa Barbara wine country. Highly recommend.
Review provided by Viator
Joyce_o
Oct 21, 2023
Wonderful fun way to spend the day - Visiting the different vineyards and how differently they apply their crafts. Educated on grapes and soils
Review provided by Viator
Anago8761sa
Sep 5, 2023
Amazing winery getaway ! - Ian was an amazing guide! Extremely knowledgeable, took us to amazing wineries. The lunch provided was beyond! The sandwiches were tasty, fresh baked bread, salads were delish! The pick up car was squeaky clean and comfortable! Could not have asked for a better experience ! ~ ana & joey.
Review provided by Tripadvisor
Stephen_s
Aug 6, 2023
Meeting Marco Luccesi at... - Meeting Marco Luccesi at his wine making warehouse was a highlight. We ordered a lot of his wine because it was all good, even the varieties we don’t normally drink.
Review provided by Viator
Maryamf280
Sep 28, 2023
Unprofessional and unethical - Please stay away. This company does not care about you or your safety. The only thing they care about is money. We have a tour scheduled on Sat 9/30, on wed 9/27 we tested positive for Covid. We are all symptomatic and very ill, on the verge of hospitalization. Called on wed, spoke with Ian? About canceling our reservation due to medical reason and offered to provide medical documentation and he refused. When asked does he want us to show up ill and expose others to potentially life threatening illness, he said he doesn’t care and hung up. So make sure you don’t get ill or no emergencies happen otherwise you will lose all of your money. No understanding or compassion from this unprofessional and unethical company. We would never intentionally endanger others just for the sake of money. Shame on you.
Review provided by Tripadvisor
Select Date and Tickets
up to 9 guests
1
Adult
September 2024
Sun
Mon
Tue
Wed
Thu
Fri
Sat
Today