Top Santa Barbara Tours, Sightseeing & Cruises - page 4

Follow an experienced guide on a 1.5-hour mountain bike tour over Santa Barbara’s scenic terrain. Select a beginner or intermediate route according to your skill level, and ride over coastal bluffs and through lovely meadows. Enjoy fantastic photo ops of renowned Southern California landscapes on this small-group tour, limited to eight people to ensure a more personalized experience.

Start your Santa Barbara afternoon the right way with AFK Food Tours. In about 2 hours, you’ll hit four of the area’s most crave-worthy dessert spots on an easy walk near State Street—sunny, stylish, and built for maximum flavor with minimal effort. You’ll enjoy samples + full scoops at every stop, so you’re not just tasting… you’re actually getting fed. Skip the guesswork. This route is intentionally curated for contrast: creamy classics, bright fruit-forward options, gelato-smooth textures, and a specialty stop that feels uniquely Santa Barbara. Each stop earns its place—no filler. Between bites, you’ll stroll palm-lined streets and Spanish-style scenery with plenty of photo moments. Your guide keeps it smooth with quick local insight and smart recommendations, so you finish full, relaxed, and already knowing where to head next for drinks, dinner, or sunset. Group size is intentionally limited to keep it social and never crowded.

There’s no need to haggle with your group over who’s the sober driver on this relaxed private winery tour around Santa Barbara County. Visit a series of boutique wineries in the region and enjoy the views of the rolling hills and vineyards along the way from the comfort of your luxury chauffeured transport. There’s no need to rush from cellar door to cellar door, either—with a relaxed schedule, take the chance to savor the varietals on offer at each tasting.

Head for the Danish town of Solvang, nestled in the Santa Ynez Valley, for a food- and photography-focused tour. You'll make stops for multiple food and drink tastings (many traditional Danish treats) and listen to guided commentary. Your guide will also provide your small group with tips and pointers on how to get the best photos of your adventure.

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Transform your kids into Vikings for a day on this engaging adventure in Solvang. Children will embark on a quest that includes a scavenger hunt through the charming Danish village, exploring the Solvang Viking Museum, and discovering ancient Viking lore. Young adventurers will have fun inventing Viking names, hunting for hidden clues, and tasting freshly made aebleskiver, a local favorite. The tour wraps up with a visit to a local arcade, making it a well-rounded experience of history and play. - Fun-filled 90-minute Viking adventure designed for kids ages 5-12 - Interactive scavenger hunt through Solvang and - Entry to the Viking Museum - Includes aebleskiver donuts and arcade tokens - Limited group size of 12 for personalized attention

Spend a day exploring the Santa Barbara Counties wine region during this all-inclusive excursion and stop by places you might otherwise have missed. With someone else behind the wheel, you can relax and admire the scenery during the journey before tasting as much wine as you want at each of the three wineries.

Our bicycles were hand picked to provide the best experience possible. Cuso's Bikes is the most centrally located bike boutique in Santa Barbara, and provides riders easy access to any type of riding experience. Our bikes: Road Bikes Bianchi is our choice of premium e-bikes for cruising around town. Superb Italian design showcases the perfect marriage of form and function. With the perfect amount of comfort and power, you can cruise the streets, ride the beach path, scale the hills, and cover more ground. Mountain Bikes Intense, the iconic Southern California brand, meets the challenge of the intense trails in the mountains surrounding the city. These are perfectly designed workhorses that provide you the adrenaline rush you seek but helps on the climb up.

Immerse yourself in the exquisite Santa Ynez Valley wine country on this private, all-inclusive tour that stops at a few of the area's top vineyards. Enjoy a personalized experience that's been curated for novice or seasoned wine lovers. Explore Santa Ynez's renowned winemakers and immerse yourself in the rich winemaking history of California’s Central Coast.

Avoid the rush of a group tour and journey through Santa Ynez Valley's Solvang on this digital scavenger hunt. With this immersive experience, get your very own remote host who guides you via smartphone throughout the adventure. With a wild mixture of exploration, creativity, problem-solving, and social interaction, it's a unique way to explore. Compete on the game leaderboard so you can treat your tour of the valley as a fun competition.

Make Santa Barbara your own gameboard with an interactive, app-led scavenger hunt adventure. Use a smartphone to follow a series of locally-themed clues that lead to fun challenges with your friends and family. Trace a route past historic monuments, seaside neighborhoods, and hidden gems to get an insider's look at the city. Rack up points to compete against prior scavenger hunt teams, or simply enjoy the self-guided tour at your own pace.

Environmentally conscious travelers will love the chance to tour Santa Barbara by private e-bike. Instead of joining a wasteful bus tour or getting tired on a walking tour, hire an e-bike and zip around the city. See and do exactly what you want with e-bike hire ranging from one hour to one day. You'll be given a map and some local tips to help you find your way around.

There’s hardly a better place to learn to surf than the Southern California locale of Ventura, which offers fantastic weather year-round. During this 1.5-hour private lesson, an expert instructor shows you how to stand up on your surfboard and balance, offering tips on how to catch the perfect wave while ensuring your safety in the water. Wetsuit and surfboard rental are included, and all skill levels are welcome.

Our very unique, immersive adventures are the only ones of their kind. We, unlike other companies, provide your very own remote, interactive, live host to assist and encourage you along through your phone. We are an Austin, TX-based global custom event design company offering scavenger hunts and other events in 300+ cities in North America and beyond. Our specially hand-crafted adventures are equal parts tour, creative challenge, detective hunt, and social experiment! Guests get to discover in an alternate reality our favorite hidden gems off the beaten trail and creatively interpret fun art, history, and culture clues - for points! They get to enjoy fame and glory while appearing on our website’s international leaderboard, no matter what their score. They get to essentially race other teams in other cities, even if they don’t have competitors who have signed up in their city that day. Get ready to discover unusual oddities, laugh out loud, and make the experience your own!

Get around Santa Barbara with a 1- or 2-day bicycle rental that provides three options: an electric, mountain or hybrid bike. You can cover a lot of ground, including the city streets and coastline, without even pedaling, or explore the nearby hills or Santa Ynez Mountains on a mountain bike. Opt for a hybrid bike if you want to experience the speed of a road bike combined with the stability of a cruiser. Choose from a selection of models appropriate for both beginning riders and those with more advanced skills.

Learn new facts and create memorable experiences on this Santa Barbara smartphone-led scavenger hunt. This experience takes you to all the best landmarks and hidden gems while you answer trivia questions and solve challenges. This activity is great for an everyday activity, families, birthday or bachelorette parties, and team-building events. Each participant has an interactive role with challenges that vary.

Explore the enchanting streets of Solvang on a self-guided walking tour that highlights the town's rich Danish heritage. As you stroll past iconic windmills and charming half-timbered shops, take in the delightful aromas from cozy bakeries that have been part of this community since 1911. The tour features notable landmarks such as Old Mission Santa Inés and the Elverhøj Museum, enhanced by engaging storytelling through location-based audio. Experience Solvang's unique blend of history, culture, and artistry at your own pace, making it an ideal adventure for history enthusiasts and travelers seeking a cultural escape. - Self-guided tour allows you to explore Solvang at your own pace - Discover key landmarks like Old Mission Santa Inés and the Little Mermaid Fountain - GPS-activated audio provides immersive storytelling

Sustainability is at the heart of everything we do. Our vineyard, meticulously cultivated using organic practices, produces grapes that are transformed into wines of remarkable quality. Our portfolio features a variety of wines, including our signature Cabernet Sauvignon, vibrant Sauvignon Blanc, robust Petit Verdot, and our rare Cabernet Franc. Visitors can immerse themselves in the winemaking process with a guided tour of our vineyard. Learn about our sustainable farming methods and see firsthand how our wines are crafted with precision and care. The experience culminates in our cabana, where you can savor our wines' distinct flavors and aromas while enjoying the serene vineyard views. Our Estate is more than just a winery—it's a place to relax and reconnect with nature.

Step beyond the tasting rooms and discover the Santa Ynez Valley through the people who cultivate its land. These small-group farm and food experiences offer a rare opportunity to connect directly with local ranchers, farmers, and growers through behind-the-scenes visits, seasonal tastings, and hands-on encounters with friendly rare-breed animals and u-pick harvests. Along the way, guests enjoy relaxed transportation and beautiful on-farm picnics that celebrate the region’s bounty.

Explore the charming town of Solvang and surrounding Santa Ynez wine country on a self-guided electric bike tour that allows you the freedom to discover at your own pace. Pedal through beautiful parks, vineyards, and historic sites such as the Mission Santa Inez and Clairmont Lavender Farm, all while enjoying the fresh air and scenery. This tour is included FREE with half-day and full-day rentals, making it an ideal choice for families, friends, or solo adventurers. Bring along some local cheeses and bread for a delightful picnic amidst the stunning landscapes of Solvang. • Explore Solvang, vineyards, and countryside landmarks • Flexible adventure with your choice of e-bike rental - Half Day (2-4 hours) or Full Day (4+ hours, same-day return) • Includes helmet, map, bike bag, and suggested stops • Great for couples, families, or solo travelers

Don't worry about renting a car or choosing a sober driver; this private tour of the wineries of the Santa Ynez Valley includes all transportation. With a guide behind the wheel, you and your private party can taste as many wines as you like. Stop for a picnic lunch midway through the day at a local winery, over which you and your guide will talk about the local wines and compare tasting notes.

Experience the beauty of Santa Ynez Valley on a private 90-minute horseback ride through rolling vineyards and picturesque wine country before enjoying tastings at two carefully selected wineries. Your experience includes door-to-door transportation, a guided 90-minute horseback ride through the vineyards, and tastings at two exceptional wineries. Lunch is available for purchase during the tour but is not included in the tour price. This experience lasts approximately 7 hours and offers the perfect combination of adventure, relaxation, and world-class wine in one unforgettable day.

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Beneath Solvang’s charming Danish facades lies a history filled with mystery. Discover why this is the #1 ghost tour in Solvang, a one-mile outdoor walking experience operating nightly, year-round. Led by knowledgeable local guides, you'll uncover the city's haunted past through documented history, eerie legends, and chilling stories that have become part of Solvang’s unique heritage. Walk to iconic landmarks including Old Mission Santa Ines, the Hans Christian Andersen Museum, and the historic Christiansens’ Restaurant, where tales of unexplained encounters, tragic events, and lingering spirits continue to captivate visitors. Perfect for private groups, bachelorette parties, birthdays, corporate outings, and special events, this unforgettable ghost tour is proudly USMC Disabled Combat-Veteran-owned and women- and minority-led, delivering an evening of authentic history, immersive storytelling, and unforgettable mystery in the heart of Solvang.