Small-Group Wine Tour to Private Locations in Santa Barbara
Overview
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7 hours
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SMALL GROUP/ SHARED WINE TOUR. This is not your typical wine tour. We offer private access to ultra small production, family wineries, estates and vineyard properties typically not open to the general public. Shared group wine tour is a maximum of 6-7 guests. Taste limited release wines at all private property locations, walk the vineyards and tour barrel rooms often with the owners or winemakers themselves at their private vineyard homes. Perfect for couples or small groups! No crowded commercial wineries or tasting rooms. All seated private area tastings.
*VOTED BEST OF SANTA BARBARA 2013-2024*
Additional Info
Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller
Public transportation options are available nearby
Not recommended for travelers with spinal injuries
Not recommended for travelers with poor cardiovascular health
Travelers should have at least a moderate level of physical fitness
Tour is not booked until you have received Confirmation. All tours are limited and subject to availability.
Dress in layers and wear comfortable shoes it can be warm in the vineyards and cool in the barrel rooms.
Cancellation Policy
For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.
What To Expect
Santa Barbara
Visit all private wineries and vineyard estates not open to the general public. No crowded commercial wineries or tasting rooms. Walk the vineyards and tour wine production facilities and privately and exclusively. All tastings are seated and one-on-one often with winemakers or owners.
What‘s Included
Bottled water
Pick up & drop off from your location in luxury Mercedes
Customized organic lunch of your choice (choose from large selection from our organic menu)
Small Production, Premium Wine Tasting in all seating tastings.
Gratuity is not automatically charged upon booking
Must be 21+ (unfortunately we cannot accommodate children of any age for our shared tour)
We cannot accommodate any pets (dogs, cats, pigs, ferrets, etc) on our wine tours.
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Small-Group Wine Tour to Private Locations in Santa Barbara
Pickup included
Reviews
283 reviews
Total reviews and rating from Viator & Tripadvisor
Exceeded expectations!
Heather P,,Feb 14, 2026
- Review from Viator
5.00This is not your ordinary wine tour! You will love the unique experience this tour provides you. Private wine makers with passion about their product. The wine was wonderful and the experience unforgettable! We will be back touring with Scott and company!!
An unforgettable, sustainably minded wine experience.
Kristie D,,Feb 1, 2026
- Review from Viator
5.00Touring with Scott was truly special from start to finish. Every winery was hand-curated, thoughtfully chosen not just for exceptional wines, but for their commitment to sustainability and craft. The private nature of the tour gave us exclusive access you simply can’t get on standard wine routes—intimate tastings, behind-the-scenes stories, and real conversations with winery owners. Scott’s owner-guided approach made the day feel personal, relaxed, and incredibly well paced. It wasn’t just a wine tour—it was a carefully designed experience that felt both luxurious and meaningful. If you’re looking for a one-of-a-kind day that combines conscious travel, outstanding wine, and insider access, this is it. 🍷🌿
Highly recommend
Missy H,,Feb 1, 2026
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00Had the Best day! Scott did such an amazing job of setting us up with very special and rare private wine tastings that we could never have done on our own! We have done a lot of wine tastings in Napa /Somoma and this was a very memorable experience! Would definitely recommend and do again when we return to Santa Barbara!
Wine food beauty - highly recommend
Karen M,,Dec 28, 2025
- Review from Viator
5.00Great experience. All private tastings. Excellent wine and food. Beautiful locations and fun stories of each winery. Highly recommend
Fantastic Day
Abbie M,,Dec 22, 2025
- Review from Viator
5.00We had such a great day. Carlos was amazing and all the wineries and their stories were exceptional. Thank you so much! Highly recommend!
Wonderful experience!
M6847VXmonicad,,Dec 22, 2025
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00Overall Experience was great! Scott handled our reservations quickly and efficiently, even on short notice. Carlos was much more than a driver and tour guide - he's extremely knowledgeable about wine and the Santa Ynez Valley area. Our winery hosts - Sean, Megan, and Colin - were so knowledgeable and fun to listen to, and the wines were fantastic! Thanks for a wonderful day!
Great small group private tour
jennycT3897ZE,,Dec 10, 2025
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00This was a great tour. We went to the smaller wineries just as this tour advertised. Carlos was a great guide and gave us good information. If we come back to this area we would do this tour again.
Such a fun trip
Paige S,,Dec 2, 2025
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00Booked a wine tour and wanted more of a local experience. This was it! It was such a good day and we learned a lot. Carlos taught us a lot during our drive there and back and gave us a lot of background / context to each place we were touring. We also saw a rocket being launched, which was cool since we’ve never seen that! Lunch was also fantastic! 10/10 would book this tour again and will definitely be recommending to friends who are visiting.
The best wine day!!
mikesliff,,Nov 16, 2025
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00Scott is the f’ing man. Such an amazing day visiting amazing wineries. I came 11 years ago on a tour and Scott has the same incredible passion for wine and infectious energy as he did back then. If you’re getting away in Santa Barbara, this is a must do activity for a day!!
I would do this again. The weather was beautiful and it was cool to see different vineyards.
Inspire28900726672,,Nov 6, 2025
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00Really enjoyed getting to see different type of wine operations. Everyone was very friendly and the lunch was delicious!
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