Top 8 Tours in Charlottesville, Virginia (VA)

January 3, 2022 Brandee Mangan

The former home of three of America's founding fathers, and the current home of the University of Virginia, the city of Charlottesville, Virginia is suffused with an appreciation of history and intellectual vigor. Take a tour of the university campus and walk through grassy malls and grand buildings designed by Thomas Jefferson, or peak into the dorm room once occupied by Edgar Allen Poe. The great homes of America's early presidents, Monroe, Jefferson and Madison, are also open to the public.
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1. Virginia Custom Craft Beer Tour- Transportation

Cville Tours
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Visit Virginia's finest breweries on this private tour, learn about the hops and sample the brewmaster's very own selection. From brew connoisseur to casual beer lover, there’s a diverse selection to be had at the foothills of the Blue Ridge Mountains.

Inclusions: Bottled water, Driver/guide, Private tour, Beer tasting, Hotel pickup and drop-off by private vehicle, All your tasting fees an taxes are included

Exclusions: Food and drinks, unless specified, Gratuities

Reviewed By RealRandallB

We recently took two separate private tours with Cville. A friend recommended their hop-on tour to us, and when I called booking this was unavailable for our dates; however, they made it easy to find a better alternative option and were very knowledgable with good recommendations. Both tours we had the pleasure of having Stephen as our private guide who picked us up at our hotel in a brand new Lexus SUV and took us to the local vineyards. Stephen went above and beyond for us, he was a great traveling companion - a very genuine sommelier who we enjoyed conversing with both days. He even gifted us a very nice bottle of wine! My wife really loved the horseback tour of Veritas vineyard, which Cville tours took care of all of the logistics for. Highly recommend Cville tours for wine tours around Charlottesville, and if you can request Stephen as your guide!

2. Weekday Virginia Private Custom Wine Tour from Charlottesville

Blue Ridge Wine Excursions
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This 5-hour, private custom tour features 3 to 4 winery visits, tasting room recommendations, chilled bottled water, and an experienced personal Wine Trail guide. Add-on lunch options are available after reserving your tour. Inquire with our team to learn more, after reserving, to learn about food options and pricing.

Inclusions: Private tour, Chilled bottle water, Wine Trail Guide Publication, Luxury Transportation

Exclusions: Tasting fees and alcohol are NOT included, Add-on lunch options are available after reserving your tour. Inquire with our team to learn more, after reserving, to learn about food options and pricing.

Reviewed By kristen5chix

Gillie was a great driver and guide to the wineries!!! It was nice to be able to enjoy the wine without the worry of driving!

3. Charlottesville Scavenger Hunt: Centuries of Charlottesville

593 E Jefferson St, Charlottesville, VA 22902, USA Let's Roam Charlottesville
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Let’s Roam is the #1 app-led scavenger hunt company. Walk to all the best landmarks and hidden gems, answering trivia questions and solving challenges. Work with your team or compete against them, as you learn new facts and create memorable experiences. Let’s Roam Scavenger Hunts are great as an everyday activity, or for bachelorette parties, birthday parties, corporate team building events and more! Each player chooses an interactive role, with challenges varying by person.

Inclusions: All taxes, fees and handling charges, Digital Copies of your scavenger hunt photos, Local taxes

Exclusions: Food and drinks, Transportation to/from attractions

4. Virginia Private Custom Wine Tour from Charlottesville

Blue Ridge Wine Excursions
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This 5-hour, private custom tour features 3 to 4 winery visits, luxury Sedan, tasting room recommendations, and an experienced personal Wine Trail guide. Add-on lunch options are available after reserving your tour. Inquire with our team to learn more, after reserving, to learn about food options and pricing.

Inclusions: Private tour, Chilled bottle water, Wine Trail Guide Publication, Transportation

Exclusions: Tasting fees and alcohol are NOT included, Add-on lunch options are available after reserving your tour. Inquire with our team to learn more, after reserving, to learn about food options and pricing.

Reviewed By kristen5chix

Gillie was a great driver and guide to the wineries!!! It was nice to be able to enjoy the wine without the worry of driving!

5. Private Virginia BBQ Experience Tour

Cville Tours
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Nothing tempts the taste buds more than a delicious finger-licking meal cooked over an open fire. This amazing foodie tour with local celebrity chef Craig Hartman will give you an exclusive insider look at slow-cooked Barbeque. On this tour your Lunch will include a sampling of several slow-cooked meats and delicious sides.

Inclusions: Lunch to include a sampling of several slow-cooked meats and delicious sides, Driver/guide, Hotel pickup and drop-off, Private tour, Transport by private vehicle

Exclusions: Gratuities, Alcoholic drinks (available to purchase), Additional food and drinks (available to purchase)

Reviewed By RealRandallB

We recently took two separate private tours with Cville. A friend recommended their hop-on tour to us, and when I called booking this was unavailable for our dates; however, they made it easy to find a better alternative option and were very knowledgable with good recommendations. Both tours we had the pleasure of having Stephen as our private guide who picked us up at our hotel in a brand new Lexus SUV and took us to the local vineyards. Stephen went above and beyond for us, he was a great traveling companion - a very genuine sommelier who we enjoyed conversing with both days. He even gifted us a very nice bottle of wine! My wife really loved the horseback tour of Veritas vineyard, which Cville tours took care of all of the logistics for. Highly recommend Cville tours for wine tours around Charlottesville, and if you can request Stephen as your guide!

6. Private Wine Tours (Minimum of 2 and Maximum of 6 people)

Pantops Shopping Center, 250 Free Bridge Ln, Charlottesville, VA 22911, USA Amazing Heritage Excursion, LLC
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A very comfortable and stylistic a tour and tasting some of Virginia’s finest vineyards and wines. It’s very private and enjoyable for couple looking for an intimate getaway, a small group celebrating a special occasion, a bridal party, or a business team looking for a change of scene. You are making the right choice to experience the natural beauty of Mountains while driving to one of the best winery in historic Charlottesville. It is an exciting time of touring and wine tasting. Your vehicle type will depend on your group size.

Inclusions: Air-conditioned vehicle, Soda/Pop, Guided tour in the vineyard and indor games like UNO, Chines Checkers & Dominors, Bottled water

Exclusions: Dinner, Alcoholic Beverages

7. Monticello, VA Private Tour

USA Guided Tours

Enjoy a fully-guided private tour of Thomas Jefferson's Monticello and Charlottesville, Virginia. You will travel from Washington, DC, to Thomas Jefferson’s Monticello; passing historic American Civil War battlegrounds as well as Quantico, Virginia – home to the FBI Academy. Upon arrival, you and a knowledgeable tour guide will explore the beautiful estate of the American Founding Father and third US president. Situated atop an 870-foot hill overlooking Nearby-Charlottesville, Monticello genuinely radiates Jefferson’s personality and grace. You will walk through the home skillfully designed by Jefferson himself and observe his beloved vegetable garden. You will also enjoy viewing the surrounding vistas. Following your visit to the Monticello estate, you will have ample time to purchase and enjoy lunch at the historic Michie Tavern before returning to Washington, DC.

Inclusions: Lunch, Air-conditioned vehicle, Private transportation

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Reviewed By lettyc716

My husband, nephew and I took this tour yesterday (05/15/21). Our tour guide “Christopher” was AMAZING, knowledgeable and funny as heck! We are definitely recommending this tour to our family and friends. Shout out to our driver “Ali” who maneuvered through traffic like butter. What a team! Mike, Letty & Tyrus

8. Family and Group Ride

Amazing Heritage Excursion, LLC

Keeping Families and Groups and make them happy. Special rides for groups and families like: Surprise Excursion for couples; Concert/Events; welcome/Farewell ride; School groups etc. N/B the rate for this service is per person Families and Groups are picked at their places or at our Pantops Shopping Center Sub Station to Various Destinations. The first 1hour will be used to travel to the Destination of the group or families. The next 3 hours customers will engaged in their group or family activities example music concert, social gathering, games etc. Customers will be accounted for and take them back to their places or our Pantops Shopping Center sub-Station.

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Reviewed By Escape777412

Williams was amazing! He was very safe with a mask and had plastic between the front and back seat. He even gave us a covid kit with a face mask and hand sanitizer.

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