Top California Holidays in 2026

Taste your way through Paso Robles wine country—and leave all the logistics to someone else—on this hassle-free small-group tour. Look forward to visiting up to four different wineries in one trip, with round-trip transit provided so you don't need to worry about driving. Along the way, hear stories about Paso Robles’ colorful past and winemaking history, savor a range of wines, and upgrade to include prepaid tasting fees.

Napa Valley and Sonoma are world renowned for their wine making and are home to so many wineries that knowing where to begin is a huge undertaking. This Napa and Sonoma Private Wine Tour provides a predetermined route that visits some of the finest wineries in the area or offers the ability to customize a tour, too. Plus, pickup from South Central Napa and Sonoma is included

Many wine tasting tours in the Santa Barbara region stop at large commercial wineries with crowded bars and cellar door tasting rooms. Avoid the crowds and savor a more intimate wine tasting experience on this tour around exclusive private estates and small-production wineries that aren’t open to the public. Sample premium wines in private tasting rooms and go behind the scenes with winemakers and owner-operators to discover the secrets behind their wines.

Enter the dark, mysterious, stylish space and find yourself transported to a cosmopolitan oasis. We forge our way off the beaten path, seek interesting varietals and blend them together to make wines that are approachable and thought-provoking. You won’t find another place like it in Napa.

At Meadowcroft Wines, learn about the art and science of winemaking by blending and bottling your very own bottle of wine. We’ll start with a stroll through the beautifully manicured gardens of Cornerstone Sonoma and an idyllic vineyard for a firsthand look at the vines. As we walk the rows, We’ll share why the iconic Sonoma Valley is the perfect No previous wine experience is necessary - perfect for all levels of wine experience and interest.

Explore Santa Barbara's wine country how it should be experienced: in the open air, on two wheels. Soak up the Mediterranean vibes and get your hands greasy—not from cycle chains, but from olive oil samples and lavender oil presses. After a picnic lunch in the countryside, you'll sip local wines before cruising back to Ballard.

Enjoy a seamless, stress-free way to explore Napa and Sonoma—and leave the driving to someone else as you indulge in multiple wine tastings—on this private day trip from San Francisco. Meet your driver in the morning, hop aboard your luxury vehicle, and head into wine country. Upon arrival, visit multiple wineries, and enjoy in-depth tours and tastings (additional expense) before returning to the city.

Immerse yourself into Long Beach's nightlife scene without the chaos of a busy group bar hopping tour with this app-based experience that merges a scavenger hunt with a pub crawl. Simply download the app and set out at the time that suits you best. Grab drinks, solve challenges, and compete for the title of "Bar Hunt Champion."

Explore the connection between San Diego, California and Tijuana, Mexico on an afternoon craft beer tour. Your guide eliminates the stress of navigating through each city on your own: Head straight to popular watering holes and hidden gems for complimentary beer tastings. A small group size ensures a tailored experience and the full attention of your guide.

During the winter holidays, go food and wine tasting in northern California on a half-day walking tour in downtown Healdsburg. Sit for private guided wine tastings paired with foods from renowned local eateries in the heart of Sonoma's wine country. You might sample fresh baked goods, gourmet chocolates, and more at three tasting rooms. This tour takes place for just five weeks in November and December when Healdsburg sports colorful holiday decorations and lights, window displays, and a towering Christmas tree in the historic plaza.

Swap the busy city of Los Angeles for a more chilled-out alternative—a wine-themed day trip. Explore downtown Santa Barbara and enjoy a scenic ride down the Pacific Coast Highway to visit Santa Ynez Valley wineries for tastings. As well as trying wine, the tour also passes areas of spectacular natural beauty such as Lake Cachuma and Los Padres National Forest.

Experience some of Santa Barbara's best local wines while visiting three Santa Ynez vineyards. This all-inclusive tour allows you to sample a variety of wines at each winery, and enjoy a picnic lunch at one. The best vineyards are selected depending on the time of year you visit, so you see a range of wineries with different atmospheres and strengths.

Travel like a local through Valle de Guadalupe, Mexico's celebrated wine country. Start off with some tasty local tacos in Rosarito before we travel down the Baja coast in a private van with cold beers and water at the ready. Sample delicious reds, whites, and rosé wines at three renowned boutique vineyards, as well as farm-to-table dishes at a premier Valle restaurant. Note: At least eight passengers are needed to run the tour.

Enjoy a personalized private wine tour in Santa Barbara County's Santa Ynez Valley. Customize your itinerary with your guide to visit wineries and tasting rooms of your choice, including stops at Solvang, a local olive oil farm, an ostrich farm, and the Santa Ynez Wine Trail. Wine tastings are not included. Lunch is included for groups of four or more; smaller groups are taken to a luncheon spot.

Santa Barbara is home to some of California’s top wineries—and this private, half-day tour offers the perfect introduction to the region’s vineyards. Leave the driving and logistics to your guide, and set off at a time that works best for you. You’ll visit three different wineries in the Santa Rita Hills, Santa Ynez, and Los Olivos growing regions, and will enjoy generous samplings at each. A gourmet picnic lunch is also included.

Get up close and personal with Santa Barbara Wine Country’s rolling hills, sun-dappled vineyards, and postcard-ready scenery on this e-bike excursion. Meet your guide in the morning, get acquainted with your bike, and then set off through the landscapes. You’ll soak up the tranquil ambiance as you go—and will also stop to sample local olive oils, and enjoy a tasting at a well-reviewed winery.

Sonoma Plaza offers many options for eating, drinking, and general merriment—but it can be hard to know where to go. Take the uncertainty off your plate and replace it with farm-to-table food and world-class wine at each and every stop on this small-group tasting tour. Look forward to visiting several highlight eateries, pairing food and wine, and spotting local landmarks along the way.

San Francisco is near to the world-renowned Napa Valley and Sonoma Valley wine regions—and on this custom, private tasting tour, you don’t need to leave the city for an indulgent tasting session. Meet your guide at a time that works best for you, and get ready to explore urban wineries and wine venues. You can look forward to enjoying six different tasters, representing a wide range of local wine styles, plus snacks.

The Sonoma Valley is one of California’s oldest and most renowned wine regions. On this full-day tour, travel around the Sonoma Valley in a Vintage VW bus and visit award-winning wineries. Learn all about the winemaking process as you tour a wine cave, sample a variety of Californian wines during guided wine tastings (own expense), and tuck into a gourmet Italian-style lunch at a winery restaurant (own expense).

Experience San Francisco sights and Napa Valley wine tasting on a full-day private tour in a luxury vehicle. Create your ideal itinerary with visits to local wineries, a tour of Muir Woods and a stop for lunch or diner (own expense). Add group photos with Golden Gate Bridge backdrop if you choose. Don’t worry about a designated driver, navigating, or logistics, as you relax, take in the views, taste some of the world’s best wines, and get to know the Napa Valley.

No visit to Sonoma is complete without trying some of the beautiful region’s world-famous wines, and there’s no better way to get around than by bike. Not only for wine buffs, this tour offers scenic views of iconic redwood trees, local farm animals, interesting murals, and more. Cruise in style and comfort on high-quality regular bikes and enjoy the heart of Sonoma.

Santa Barbara's wine country is one of California’s most beloved regions, but this verdant spot also produces another treasure: olive oil. On this half-day bike tour, you'll hit the open road up into the Mediterranean hills of Los Olivos, learning from your guide and exploring along the way. Winding your way to an olive oil farm, you'll sample the local goodness before heading back to city life.

Enjoy a different way to explore Sonoma County—and its world-class wine—on this half-day tour by electric bike. While pedaling alongside your guide, spot local landmarks, and learn more about how wine is made. Together with a small group, stop at several wineries for tastings (own expense), break to enjoy a picnic lunch, and even visit a local cheesemaker for a behind-the-scenes factory tour.

Bike through Dry Creek Valley in Sonoma County on a small-group wine tour from Healdsburg. Taste wines (own expense) and stop for a picnic lunch at a winery. You'll pedal through California's back roads at a leisurely pace on a tour that covers around 15 miles (24 kilometers) with regular stops for wine tastings. Your guide shares commentary about California wine country along the way. Includes lunch, bottled water, guide, and use of bike equipment.