What to do and see in Santa Ynez, California (CA): The Best Wine Tours & Tastings

September 2, 2021 Enriqueta Cusson

Santa Ynez is a census-designated place (CDP) in the Santa Ynez Valley of Santa Barbara County, California.
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1. Private Party Bus Tour in the Santa Ynez Valley

Silk Road Transportation and Wine Tours
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Explore Santa Barbara's wine country in style on this 6-hour, private wine tour. Stop at three different wineries for a premium tasting and relax in the vineyards with a three-course, gourmet picnic lunch. Vehicle is super fun for groups. It has perimeter seating, dance pole, LED party lights, and mini bar. We offer complimentary champagne, soft drinks & water/ice.

Inclusions: Transport by private party bus, Professional driver/guide, Three premium wine tasting fees, Gourmet picnic lunch, Bottled water, Soft Drinks, Bottle of Champagne, Hotel pickup and drop-off

Exclusions: A 20 % service fee applies to this booking. Please call tour operator to process payment.

Reviewed By oliviacaz2021

We had such a great time wine tasting in Santa Ynez, and Silk Road made it that much more enjoyable! Thanks again for a great time!

2. Private Wine Tasting Tour From Santa Ynez, Solvang or Buellton!

Golden Rooster Transportation & Wine Tours
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Enjoy a relaxing day in Wine Country on this 6-hour tour of the Santa Ynez Valley. Ride in style in a luxury black car, limo or mini-coach while sipping delicate California Pinot Noir, sparkling wine, or award winning Syrah. This guided tour includes a picnic lunch at local winery or vineyard and includes hotel pick-up and drop-off from Solvang, Santa Ynez, Los Olivos, Buellton or Los Alamos.

Inclusions: Private tour, Driver/guide, Wine tasting, Picnic Lunch with available vegetarian options, Bottled water, Hotel pick-up and drop-off, All taxes, fees and handling charges, Lunch

Exclusions: Gratuities

3. Santa Barbara's Original Afternoon Winery Tour

19 Stearns Wharf, Santa Barbara, CA 93101, USA Wine Canyon Tours
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Join us for a boutique and casual afternoon excursion to Santa Barbara's gorgeous wine country. Enjoy a later start time and you won't miss out  on the fun! Small intimate groups provide for an authentic an boutique experience with ultra-premium vineyards included.

Inclusions: Local taxes, Wine tasting, Driver/guide, Local guide, Hotel drop-off, Hotel pickup (selected hotels only), Luxury Transportation, Snacks, Bottled water

Exclusions: Gratuities (Standard Industry 18-20%

Reviewed By Tarheeltourist23

We went out for a private wine tour with Rick this past weekend and had an awesome time. The whole process was seamless and personal. I booked through his website and the rest fell into place. We went to three different wineries and each had a special feature and feel. Rick was our guide and was so fun and knowledgeable. I would and will most certainly book with him for my next tour.

4. Small-Group Wine Tasting Tour of Santa Barbara Wine Country

Sustainable Wine Tours
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Sustainable Wine Tours is the Top Rated Santa Barbara Wine Tour on Trip Advisor (and Yelp) - Choose our tour if you are looking for Exclusive access to ultra small production, PRIVATE locations not open to the general public and high end, limited release wine tastings. No Bachelorette. Small Group Wine Tour (MAX OF SIX GUESTS). Perfect for couples looking for a more unique experience beyond the commercial wineries. Never any crowded commercial wineries, standing at a bar or in tasting rooms. Taste top-quality wines and tour the vineyards and barrel rooms often with owners and winemakers themselves. Only one tour per day. Space is extremely limited.  • APPOINTMENT-ONLY, PRIVATE LOCATIONS • NO BACHELORETTE/ BACHELOR PARTIES • ALL PRIVATE SEATED TASTINGS • TASTE WITH WINEMAKERS AND OWNERS • NO COMMERCIAL WINERIES, NO TASTING ROOMS • SMALL GROUP TOURS (Max six guests) • LUXURY MERCEDES, customized interior, no crowded bench seating 

Inclusions: Pick up and drop off from your location in luxury Mercedes, Premium Wine Tasting, Organic Lunch of your choice (choose from sandwiches or salads), Maximum tour of only eight guests, Most tours offered cheese platter, Bottled water, Alcoholic Beverages

Exclusions: Gratuity is not automatically charged upon booking, We love our pets but are unable to accommodate on our tours.

Reviewed By Telwell20

Great experience and exceptional service. This tour is 100% worth it, everyone is very knowledgeable and extremely welcoming. This is a great tour for all levels of wine enthusiasts, there’s a little something for everyone. I will absolutely come back, it was truly a pleasure and a privilege.

5. Santa Barbara Small-Group Wine Tour to ONLY Private Vineyard Estates & Wineries

Sustainable Wine Tours
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For those looking for a unique wine experience beyond the crowded commercial wineries and tasting rooms, this is your tour. Sustainable Wine Tours provides guests exclusive access to only Santa Barbara’s ultra small production private estates, vineyards and wineries not open to the general public. Tour is small and personal - only a maximum of six guests per tour. Taste premium wines and tour the vineyards and barrel rooms often with the owners and winemakers themselves.  **Compare Our Trip Advisor Reviews with other Wine Tours** • NO BACHELORETTE/ BACHELOR PARTIES • ULTRA SMALL GROUP TOURS (Max eight guests) • APPOINTMENT-ONLY, PRIVATE LOCATIONS, PRIVATE SEATED TASTINGS • PRIVATE VINEYARD WALKING TOUR, PRIVATE BARREL ROOM AND WINERY PRODUCTION TOUR INCLUDED • NO TASTING ROOMS, NO STANDING AT A BAR IN A CROWDED COMMERCIAL WINERY

Inclusions: Pick up and drop off from your location in luxury Mercedes, Premium Wine Tasting, Organic Lunch of your choice (choose from sandwiches or salads), Maximum tour of only eight guests, Most tours offered cheese platter, Bottled water

Exclusions: Gratuity is not automatically charged upon booking, We love our pets but are unable to accommodate on our tours.

Reviewed By Telwell20

Great experience and exceptional service. This tour is 100% worth it, everyone is very knowledgeable and extremely welcoming. This is a great tour for all levels of wine enthusiasts, there’s a little something for everyone. I will absolutely come back, it was truly a pleasure and a privilege.

6. Explore Santa Ynez Wine Country: All-Inclusive Guided Tour from Santa Barbara

805 All Inclusive Tours
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We are the only All Inclusive Tour Group with experienced & licensed professionals. We are not only knowledgeable but it is our goal to make sure that you & your party has the best experience during your visit to Santa Ynez wine country. We have luxurious vehicles that gives you the next level of comfort and relaxation. Sit back and let 805 All Inclusive Tours do the rest!

Inclusions: Tastings at 3 Vineyards., Lunch, Private transportation

Exclusions: Gratuities, Unscheduled Stops

7. Private Santa Barbara Winery and Estate Tour in Tesla SUV

Sustainable Wine Tours
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No Commercial Crowded Wineries. No Standing Bar Tasting Rooms. Sustainable Wine Tours provides guests with exclusive access to Santa Barbara’s ultra small production, private estates, vineyards and wineries not open to the general public. FOR THOSE LOOKING FOR A UNIQUE WINE EXPERIENCE BEYOND THE CROWDED COMMERCIAL WINERIES. Enjoy premium wines in seated one-on-one tastings and tour the vineyards and barrel rooms with the owners and winemakers themselves.  • APPOINTMENT-ONLY, PRIVATE LOCATIONS, PRIVATE SEATED TASTINGS • TASTE WITH WINEMAKERS AND OWNERS • NO COMMERCIAL WINERIES, NO TASTING ROOMS • NO BACHELORETTE/ BACHELOR PARTIES • LUXURY TESLA MODEL X SUV (for 2-4 guests)

Inclusions: Pick up and drop off from your location in luxury Tesla Model X SUV, Premium Wine Tasting at ultra small production wineries, Organic Lunch of your choice (choose from sandwiches or salads), Most tours offered cheese platter, Bottled water, All tasting fees included, Lunch

Exclusions: Gratuity is not automatically charged upon booking, We love our pets but unfortunately we are unable to accommodate dogs, cats, pigs, birds, etc

Reviewed By Telwell20

Great experience and exceptional service. This tour is 100% worth it, everyone is very knowledgeable and extremely welcoming. This is a great tour for all levels of wine enthusiasts, there’s a little something for everyone. I will absolutely come back, it was truly a pleasure and a privilege.

8. Private Guided Wine Country Tour from Santa Barbara

Rooted Vine Tours
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Relax and enjoy a wine tour with your family and friends. We work with 25+ wineries, so the route varies from day to day and is tailored to your group’s preferences. Choose up to four wineries from our list of small production and family-owned wineries, or simply tell us your wine preferences and we will do all the work for you. We visit estate wineries on this tour. *Please provide your email at the time of booking for important tour updates. *Gratuities are not included. Please tip your guide.

Inclusions: Door-to-door transportation from your accommodations, Gourmet picnic lunch, Guided private wine tour, Tasting fees at up to 4 wineries, Educational vineyard tour, Private transportation

Exclusions: Gratuities, Please tip your guide! They appreciate your appreciation!

Reviewed By 409angelinat

Our tour guide was incredible, very attentive, polite and his restaurant recommendations were on point. Thank you so much!

9. Private Santa Barbara Small-Production Wine Tour

Sustainable Wine Tours
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** PRIVATE WINE TOUR TO SMALL PRODUCTION WINERIES NOT OPEN TO THE PUBLIC - PRIVATE VEHICLE (2-8 guests max) & ALL PRIVATE LOCATIONS THESE PRIVATE LOCATIONS ARE NOT OPEN TO THE GENERAL PUBLIC AND ARE A MORE SELECT LIST. Enjoy limited release, premium wines in all seated one-on-one tastings. Tour the vineyards and barrel rooms with the owners and winemakers themselves. FOR THOSE LOOKING FOR A UNIQUE WINE EXPERIENCE BEYOND THE CROWDED, PUBLIC COMMERCIAL WINERIES. We provide our guests with insider's access to Santa Barbara’s ultra small production, private estates, vineyards and wineries. Upon booking contact our hotline. • PRIVATE SEATED TASTINGS • TASTE WITH WINEMAKERS AND OWNERS • NO COMMERCIAL WINERIES, NO TASTING ROOMS • NO STANDING AT A BAR IN A CROWDED WINERY • NO BACHELORETTE/ BACHELOR PARTIES • LUXURY TESLA MODEL X SUV (for 2-5 guests) or LUXURY MERCEDES (for 5-8 guests) 

Inclusions: Pick up and drop off from your location in luxury Tesla Model X SUV or Luxury Mercedes, Premium Wine Tasting at ultra small production wineries, Organic Lunch of your choice (choose from sandwiches or salads), Most tours offered cheese platter, Bottled water

Exclusions: Gratuity is not automatically charged upon booking, We love our pets but are unable to accommodate on our tours.

Reviewed By Telwell20

Great experience and exceptional service. This tour is 100% worth it, everyone is very knowledgeable and extremely welcoming. This is a great tour for all levels of wine enthusiasts, there’s a little something for everyone. I will absolutely come back, it was truly a pleasure and a privilege.

10. Private All-Inclusive Wine Tasting Tour from Santa Barbara

SB Limo Wine Tours
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Join us on this cultivated excursion and take home your own authentic Santa Barbara Wine Tour experience. This tour includes 3 private tastings and a picnic lunch. Choose your own gourmet lunch option and let us show you what our local wine is all about! We will take you to 3 wineries by appointment only and enjoy a private tasting. Arrive in style in one of our luxurious vehicles, vans or buses; depending upon the size of your group. We can pick you up at any location in the greater Santa barbara area. You'll be able to picnic at one of the wineries with a gourmet picnic lunch that is included in your tour.

Inclusions: Lunch, Private transportation, All Fees and Taxes, Alcoholic Beverages

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Reviewed By Stephaniehubis

SB Limos went above and beyond! We just did a wine tour with them last weekend and it was so much fun. From the moment i called and booked they took care of everything. They called the wineries, set up our reservations, made sure we had plans for lunch, arranged for the driver to pick it up for us, and the driver made sure we had everything we needed throughout the day. He even offered to take pics of us at one of the wineries which was so awesome! This pandemic has changed everything, but this day was such a fresh breath of air, and i thank SB Limos for everything they did. Highly recommend. Ask for Stephanie when booking, she will help you with everything.

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