This Wonderful Full Day Tour Captures the Essence of Wine Country!
This Full Day Includes Wine Tasting, Olive Oil Tasting, Danish Solvang, as well as in-depth Historical and Cultural information about Santa Barbara’s Wine Country:
$250.00 per person
*Groups of more than 4 receive a 20% discount
- All tasting fees included for (2) unique and in depth wine tasting experiences (2 tastings included in tour price)
- Full Historical overview of the Santa Barbara Wine region
- Danish Solvang exploration, with time for pastries, wine or shopping (additional tasting fees or food at guest’s discretion, not included)
- “Sideways” movie sights and information
- Locally produced olive oil tasting right on the farm where the olives are grown (tasting fee included)
- Duration: Approximately 6 hours
- Delicious picnic lunch including gourmet sandwiches or salads (several options!) *Lunch included in tour price
- 11:00 pickup time
With a later pickup time, you can sleep in a little and still enjoy all the beauty of wine country and taste your way through our fabulous local wines. On this extensive wine tour, you will get a full overview of what our wine region offers, as you take in vineyard views and the lovely rolling hills of the Santa Ynez Valley. You’ll also experience a tasting of delicious local olive oil right on the farm, and explore the quaint Danish Village of Solvang, where there will be time for shopping, pastry sampling or more wine tasting. This tour includes a full historical overview of the area, including wine information as well as local cultural and historical highlights. This is a truly magical day!
*18% Gratuity will be added to the total upon checkout.
OUR FLEET
-You will be shuttled through paradise in a comfortable air-conditioned van with a captain’s seat for each guest
-Many seats come with their own cell phone charging port and seat-back storage pouch
-Bottled water is included on each driving tour
TOUR GROUP SIZES:
We like for you to feel like you’re really stepping into the Cali vibe and getting an authentic and attentive experience, and can accommodate large and small groups. Our standard driving tours listed on our website seat up to 8 guests. We can also accommodate larger groups upon request for an additional charter fee. Call us if you have questions (805)403-6500
– Our walking tours may include up to 15 people for standard tours. We may be able to accommodate more upon special request. Call us (805)403-6500
CUSTOM CHARTERS:
We can easily accommodate groups over 8 people for an additional charter fee. We are also happy to upgrade your booking to a Luxury Mercedes Sprinter, Mercedes Party Van or a full-sized Tour Coach at your request. Please call or email us for a quote: (805)403-6500 / totallycalitoursreservations@gmail.com
HOW FAR DO WE WALK ON THE WALKING TOURS?
Walking tours may include up to 1.5 miles of walking through downtown Santa Barbara. Sometimes more, sometimes less depending on the route.
WHERE DO THE TOURS MEET?
Driving Tours: Santa Barbara area include pickup in Santa Barbara, Montecito or in the City of Goleta, at the location of your choice. We may be able to pickup just outside the area for an additional fee. If you’re parking in Santa Barbara just for the day, we recommend the Visitor Center pay to park lot at 1 Garden Street in Santa Barbara.
For Ojai driving tours, we pickup in Santa Barbara, Ventura and Ojai.
Walking Tours meet a various locations, noted on the tour description. Call (805)403-6500 if you have questions.
GRATUITIES:
Gratuities are not included in any of the booking fees, and are much-appreciated and very welcome. If you enjoy your tour, pretty please tip your guide and your servers at the tasting rooms along the way.
BUYING BEER AND WINE IS ENCOURAGED:
We’ve secured boutique wineries and breweries for your tasting enjoyment. We highly recommend you buy a bottle of wine or a growler of beer to take home, or even better, join the clubs! It’s really wonderful to get a surprise wine shipment when you get home after a long day at work….you can revisit beautiful Santa Barbara with every sip. Plus, it helps support these small local producers who put so much love into what they do.
CAN WE BOOK A PRIVATE OR CUSTOM TOUR?
Yes, you can book a private charter and/or we can also create a custom tour for you. See the Private Charter and Custom Tour sections for more info.
ARE THE ITINERARIES ALWAYS THE SAME ON ALL OF YOUR TOURS?
Not at all, as that would mess with the magic! How your tour is directed depends on the day of the week, and the itinerary that makes sense for your group that day. Things change, but we promise you’ll love whatever we put together.
DO YOU HAVE GIFT CERTIFICATES?
Yes, you can purchase these in our booking system. They make a wonderful surprise gift
CANCELLATION POLICY:
We have a no cancellation policy. We are very happy to give you a gift certificate for a future tour if you can’t make it on the day of your tour. To cancel and receive the gift certificate, you must provide 48 hour notice, or we won’t be able to issue a gift certificate. If you don’t do this, you will lose your booking and gift certificate entirely.
CAN SPECIAL DIETS BE ACCOMMODATED?
While we try our best to create a tour for everyone, our itineraries include food and beverages that may not be suitable for vegans, vegetarians or those with food allergies, lactose or gluten intolerance. At the time of your booking you are welcome to make note of any special requests you may have, and we will best to help accommodate your needs, but cannot guarantee there will be substitutions available. You are welcome to pass on any tastings that don’t work for you. If you do have a special dietary request please remind your guide and tasting room partners at each stop to ensure your needs are being taken into account.
WHAT IF IT RAINS?
Our tours are awesome rain or shine. We don’t cancel or refund due to weather conditions. Please bring an umbrella and appropriate attire so you can still fully joy your tour.
ARE CHILDREN AND THOSE UNDER 21 ALLOWED ON THE TOUR?
We don’t allow kids on our Happy Hour History Walking Tour, but the rest of the tours do allow children. It’s best to call or email us if your children are under 14, to see if the tour you’re booking is a good fit for your child. We want to make sure they enjoy the day too! (805)403-6500/ totallycalitoursreservations@gmail.com