Santa Barbara Wine Country Excursion and Tour

Explore the breathtaking beauty of Santa Barbara and its Wine Country on this unforgettable shore excursion. This tour offers a unique blend of experiences that showcases the diverse beauty and charm of California’s Central Coast. It’s a perfect mix of relaxation, culture, stunning scenery and fun.
- Travel along the scenic Pacific coastline, through rolling hills, and past stunning mountain vistas.
- Discover the charm of Solvang, a quaint Danish-inspired village filled with fairytale architecture, windmills, authentic Danish bakeries, wine-tasting rooms, and delightful shops.
- Savor award-winning wines at a family-friendly winery, surrounded by rolling hills and scenic vineyards.
Feed the farm animals, enjoy ice cream, snacks, or a lovely farm to table lunch in a vineyard setting.
- Experience Santa Barbara, “America’s Riviera”, Spanish Colonial architecture, palm-lined streets, and sweeping ocean views.

Wine/Lunch NOT included. May be purchased along the way.
Children Welcome

Meeting Point

232 W Cabrillo Blvd

232 W Cabrillo Blvd, Santa Barbara, CA 93101, USA

Look across the street from your Tinder landing point for our company's Sprinter Van, near the intersection of Bath and Cabrillo Blvd. We park in front of Casa Del Mar Hotel and Chad's Cafe. You can contact us via phone and email. Do not board a van without verifying that it is our company van.

What's included:

• Shared Tour with Other Guests
• Driver / Guide
• Upscale Transportation
• Planning and Reservations
• Pick-up / Drop-off - Santa Barbara Harbor's Sea Landing - Cruise Ship disembark / embark point

What to expect:

Duration: 4 hours, 30 minutes

Pacific Coast Highway

State Route 1, California

Take a scenic 45 minute drive through the mountainous Los Padres National Forest on the way to Solvang, Danish Capitol of America. After leaving the shore, you head into the scenic Santa Ynez Mountains, where the road curves through rolling hills and vineyards, creating a peaceful transition from coastal beauty to wine country charm. The landscape shifts from dramatic coastal cliffs to serene countryside, making this drive both picturesque and relaxing.

45 minutes

Solvang

Solvang, California

Visit the Danish Village of Solvang with its fairytale architecture, windmills, authentic Danish bakeries and cozy wine tasting rooms.

45 minutes

Santa Ynez Valley

California

Take a quick drive from Solvang to a nearby Santa Barbara Wine Country vineyard.

15 minutes

Santa Ynez Valley

, , Santa Ynez, California

Visit a picturesque winery nestled in a stunning vineyard, where you’ll enjoy tastings of award-winning wines. The winery also features a charming farm with friendly animals you can feed, making it a fun stop for all ages. Children are welcome.

1 hour

Pacific Coast Highway

State Route 1, California

Relax in comfort on the scenic 45 minute return trip to beautiful Santa Barbara, America's Riviera, taking in the legendary coastal views along the PCH, the famous Pacific Coast Highway.

45 minutes

Santa Barbara

Santa Barbara, California

Return to Santa Barbara at approximately 2:30.
Upon arrival, either:
Option A: Return directly to the ship's embarkation location…
OR
Option B: If time allows, let us take you on a concise driving tour of Santa Barbara, showcasing the beautiful "American Riviera” on a guided tour through its historic landmarks, Spanish Colonial architecture, and stunning coastal views. Make a timely return to the ship's embarkation location, ensuring plenty of time to comfortably catch the tender back to your ship.

1 hour