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Michael_U, Oct 2026
Trolley Tour in Santa Barbara
A very convenient way to see Santa Barbara and get much of the history and highlights. Our driver/guide was knowledgeable, friendly, great sense of humor, and fun. This was the perfect way to start our trip to beautiful Santa Barbara. We usually take a ‘Hop on, Hop off bus tour” whenever we visit a new place. This Trolley Tour was a perfect replacement for that initial overview with History and stories. I would highly recommend taking a 90 min tour with this company
Alyssa_C, Oct 2026
Wonderful experience for a wine newbie!
I had such a fabulous time! I rarely drink (wine or otherwise) but since vineyards are such a significant part of the Santa Barbara experience, I felt it was a great way to immerse myself in the area. Our group turned out to be small (3 of us) due to cancelations so very appreciative it wasn't canceled altogether. I was solo and the other couple were friendly and wonderful (Mel and Don if you see this hope you're well!!) so it made the time very enjoyable. Our driver/ guide Yunee was awesome...she brought us to a nice variety of wineries (2 estate and 1 production if I remember the terms correctly) and it was interesting first hand the what goes into winemakers. It was also obvious the passion and love these winemakers put into creating their products. We also got to choose our lunch of sandwich and salad from a wide variety of delicious options. I learned a lot and sipped more types of wine that afternoon than in my entire life (no headache!) ...I would definitely recommend this to wine lovers and novices alike!
Guy_L, Oct 2026
Overcame fear
Was here for our anniversary. My wife is not nearly as adventurous as I, but she overcame her fear and rode the zip line anyway. Geo was very entertaining and a great guide, Elijah has the same name as our deceased son and made my wife feel comfortable and safe riding the zip line. Awesome views, exhilarating ride and great people Caring for guests.
Rachel_J, Oct 2026
Clio was so sweet and...
Clio was so sweet and very knowledgeable about our tour. She was very friendly, warm and very personable. She was engaged with our conversation and connected so well to what we discussed and questions we asked. Definitely recommend their tours and Clio!
K_O, Sept 2026
Great tour
Our guide Casey was fantastic. I loved all of the history he gave us along with the ghost lore which makes the tour very interesting. His use of humor in some areas and quiet respect in others made it very comfortable to be in those areas. Also his use of ghost hunting tools helped to make the entire experience believable and thought provoking.
Mandy_R, Sept 2026
We visited 3 winery and...
We visited 3 winery and also had an olive oil tasting. All the winerys were beautiful and we were very well looked after.
We had a choice of packed lunch and this tasted lovely
Tom - our guide - was absolutely brilliant Very knowledgeable of the area and of the wineries and could not have been more friendly and helpful.
Definitely recommend this tour
Sarah_H, Sept 2026
Our tour guide Johnny was...
Our tour guide Johnny was great, we had no previous kayak experience and he was an amazing teacher! Not to mention he went the extra mile to show us cool wildlife and take our picture in the middle of the ocean in front of our cruise ship. He also had cool stories and was very knowledgeable about the area. This was a last minute booking for us and ended up being one of our favorite memories from our trip. Beautiful views and lots of up close wildlife. Thank you Johnny!!
Lelania_F, Sept 2026
Incredible in all ways!
This is an amazing experience that I’m going to repeat every time I’m in Santa Barbara. What an incredible value to be entertained with so many amenities.. The crew was amazing..
I guess we can’t guarantee wildlife, but we had dolphins. Probably about 20 of them followed the boat for an hour and 10 minutes. There were plenty of opportunities for video and photos all against the backdrop of a 360° sunset.
Bre_H, Sept 2026
10/10 Yacht Experience! 🛥️✨
Absolutely loved my experience! From start to finish, everything was wonderful. The staff communicated extremely well when we had to switch locations for boarding, which made the transition completely seamless.
Everyone was incredibly friendly, welcoming, and attentive. The wine was AMAZING, and I especially want to shout out Luke, the staff member I interacted with the most, as well as the captain. They were both absolutely top tier!
It was actually Luke’s first day, and you honestly would never have known it. He was so kind, friendly, helpful, and made the experience even more enjoyable.
I had such a great time and truly enjoyed every part of the experience. 10/10 would absolutely recommend, and I will definitely be back again very soon! 🥂🌊✨
Hillary_B, Aug 2026
We thoroughly enjoyed our...
We thoroughly enjoyed our wine tour with Linda! She gave great information while driving about local geology and what makes this wine region so special. All 3 vineyards that we went to were on beautiful properties located in the hills, and generous with the pours during each tasting. Each winery was a little different, but all special in their own way. We had a round trip ride too and from our hotel, which was perfect for us traveling without a car. Highly recommend Linda as your wine guide, and this tour if you are visiting Santa Barbara!
Karen_B, Aug 2026
E-bike tour of Santa Barbara (with a hint of Montecito)
Alex gave us a great tour! Learned about and saw several highlights in Montecito and Santa Barbara. Gorgeous views and Alex made sure everyone heard what he was saying and looked out for our safety. He took very good care of the group. Only 6 so a great size as a participant.
miesha_m, Jul 2026
40th birthday with friends
From start to finish I really enjoyed this experience. Our Guide was Jonny and he was packed full of knowledge and personality lol his background in agriculture just boosted the knowledge of wine growing. My favorite part was he let us know if we left a bit early from each place it would add up to time in Solving, which i loooved.
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Discover why this California city got its nickname of the “American Riviera” on Santa Barbara tours, highlighting everything from the region’s vineyards and Spanish architecture to the Stern Wharf and picturesque beachfront. Local experts will introduce you to their favorite spots for authentic dining and wine tasting. And, the balmy weather (especially in summer and fall) makes outdoor adventuring easy so you can book a kayak, surf, or bike excursion and fully embrace the laid-back, quintessential vibe of this Southern California destination.
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