What to do and see in Monterey, California (CA): The Best Food & Drink

Join us for an amazing personalized experience in Monterey wine country. Your guide will tailor the tour just for you, and introduce you to some of the best wineries and wine growing families in the region.

Wine Flights VIP provides the ultimate wine tasting experience and give guests the opportunity to build their own vineyard experience. All tailored just for you!

Let our Historic Trolleys "Glory" and the "Mona Lisa" take you on an unforgettable journey wine tasting through the delightfully charming Carmel Valley, California. Pinot Noirs, Chardonneys, Cabernets, Viogniers, Reds and Whites, Sweet or Dry, our guides offer an insider's perspective to the family of well-known producers and an introduction to the lesser known gems that call Carmel Valley home. (List of Wineries) Come spend the day enjoying great food, great wine and great times. We rendez-vous at the Wharf Market Place - 290 Figueroa St., Monterey CA (Map). Come early and procure yourself a hearty breakfast at the Wharf Market Place Deli & Cafe. Stroll out front at 10:45 AM for the 11:00 AM tour and we'll whisk you off for beatiful vistas, great food and a ton of wine appreciation. Then it's back to the Wharf Market Place by 4:00. The "Trolley Platters" are prepared fresh at Tarpy's Roadhouse for you to lunch on at Cima Collina Winery with either a glass of wine or a tasting of 6 wines . When you purchase your tickets, you can request our standard platters or order special Vegetarian, Vegan, Gluten Free or Pork Free platters. 5 Hour Tour - 11:00 AM to 4:00 PM - Visit 3 to 6 wineries depending on what package you purchase. All Tour Packages ride on the same trolley, depart and return at the same time.

Wine tasting tours of the Monterey region, including Santa Cruz, Carmel, and Paso Robles. We offer exclusive private wine tasting tours, that are all inclusive with private tastings at select wineries. Wine tasting tours include tasting fees, door to door service, snacks, water, and introductions at all wineries. We can custom tailor a wine tasting tour to your needs and budget. Wine Tour areas; Monterey, Santa Cruz, and Paso Robles

We offer workshops and Field Trips for every learner - including homeschoolers, retirees, and everyone in between!

Daily scheduled and custom tours to Monterey, Carmel, Pacific Grove, Pebble Beach, Big Sur & State Parks in new comfortable 11-passenger vans. Discover Carmel, Monterey, Pebble Beach, Pacific Grove, Point Lobos, Big Sur, Cannery Row, Tor House, Asilomar, Bird Rock, 17 Mile Drive, and many more. Knowledgeable and commercial licensed drivers & local guides love sharing favorite attractions of Monterey County’s history, character, incredible natural beauty and charm to make your visit a memorable one. We also provide Wine Tours to sunny Carmel Valley. We can create custom tours to suit your group. Feel free to create your own tour that will hit all the must sees on your list. We will plan your tour so as to get the most from your stay. We will help decide where to spend your quality time. Shuttle service and event transportation also available. Now offering Napa Style Wine tasting tours to Carmel Valley and River Road Trail

DUE TO COVID19 RESTRICTIONS WE ARE CURRENTLY ONLY OFFERING PRIVATE TOURS - VISIT OUR WEBSITE FOR ALL ADDITIONAL OPTIONS! Discover… the hidden gems of the Monterey Bay. Taste… the food and beverages from the Central Coast's finest. Enjoy...the sights and sounds as we stroll through the most authentic and local eateries. We have worked closely with the restaurant owners and chefs to guarantee an exclusive experience you will only have on our tour. We are committed to providing you exceptional customer service, sharing our passion for food, and delivering unforgettable memories, all in a fun and creative environment. The Old Monterey Bay Food Tour last approximately 3 hours. You will sample 5-6 local eateries throughout beautiful downtown and historic Monterey, tasting the different cultural influences that have made Monterey what it is today. On the adventure we will reveal fun and interesting facts about our historic Monterey Bay area. This is an experience you don’t want to miss!

Blue Fox Cellars is a family-owned winery producing elegantly balanced wines including unique varietals. Tastings conducted with the winemaker/ owner. So bring your taste buds and your questions for a fun and educational experience. Charcuterie Plates, comprised of meat and cheese from local family owned artisan producers, are available to accompany your tasting. Ask about our tasting classes!

Comanche Cellars, a warm and welcoming tasting room where locals and travelers meet to sample delicious wine from local artisanal wine maker Michael Simons who creates small-batch vintages from grapes sourced from extraordinary California vineyards. Join our wine club for free tastings each month or stop in to taste and choose bottles to take home. We are child and dog friendly at Old Monterey’s “Most Welcoming Business!”