Temecula: Wine Tasting Tour & Charcuterie with 3 Vineyards

Temecula wine country flavors, laughter over sangria, three unique vineyards

You’ll taste your way through three Temecula vineyards with a local guide who brings the region’s stories to life. Enjoy a private charcuterie box, Spanish sangria, and plenty of time to soak up vineyard views: all with transport and tastings included. Expect real moments: laughter over lunch, new flavors, and maybe even a new favorite wine.

Step-by-step itinerary

Visit three Temecula wineries

• Arrive at first boutique winery
• Learn wine selection and tasting
• Visit second winery
• Enjoy complimentary charcuterie and sangria
• Go to third winery
• Take photos of vineyard vistas

The experience

We hadn’t even made it to the first winery when our driver, Miguel, started telling us about his favorite local spot for tamales. I remember the way he rolled his r’s and how he grinned at my attempt to say “Temecula” like a native (I’m still not sure I got it right). The drive out of town was a patchwork of sun on rolling hills: grapevines everywhere, and that dry California air that somehow smells faintly of rosemary and dust.

The first vineyard felt almost secret. Just a handful of tables under old trees. Our guide, Sarah, handed me a tasting card and explained each pour without sounding rehearsed. She told us stories about the families behind the labels. I could hear someone laughing nearby, maybe celebrating something big or just happy to be there. The sangria at the second stop was Spanish-style, sweet but not too much. I spilled a little on my shirt and pretended it was part of the experience. There was this moment where we sat with our charcuterie boxes (the manchego was my favorite), looking out over the vines in that weirdly perfect late afternoon light.

I didn’t expect to feel so relaxed by the third winery. Maybe it was the wine or just being driven around in that air-conditioned limo bus with music low enough to talk over. Someone in our group asked about coming back next year since they rotate which vineyards you visit: Sarah said they partner with more than 25 wineries in Temecula, so every tour is different. I liked that idea. It means you never really see it all.

What’s included

• Your day includes pickup in an air-conditioned vehicle (limo bus or SUV depending on group size), all tasting card fees for three different Temecula wineries (with 5-6 pours at each), a personal charcuterie box for every guest, bottled water throughout, plus photos taken by your guide that you can download after your trip. Just bring yourself and enjoy.
• everything else is covered except gratuities or outside booking fees.

Information

Lasts 4h 30m, runs Wednesday to Sunday at 11:00 and 12:00, from US$ 109 per person, with a live guide in English and with free cancellation up to 24 h before.

Days and timesWednesday, Thursday, Friday and Sunday: 11:00Saturday: 11:00 and 12:00Another time? ›

GroupUp to 24 · max 6 per booking

Live guideEnglishOther languages ›

Meeting point and pickupNo hotel pickup: you go to the meeting point. Ends back at the starting point.4 with pickup ›

Book up to12h before

AgesAdult (21 and older) · Under 21: can't be booked

Cancellation and refundsFree cancellation up to 24 h before the start. After that, no refund.It may be canceled due to bad weather or if the minimum number of travelers isn't reached. If that happens, you're offered another date or a refund.

Prices and times updated 2 days ago

Good to know

Low physical effortPets welcomePublic transport nearbyNot recommended during pregnancy

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Top questions

What happens if it rains?

It may be canceled due to bad weather. If that happens, you're offered another date or a refund. Free cancellation up to 24 h before the start.

How many wineries are included on this Temecula wine tour?

The tour includes tastings at three different Temecula wineries.

Is transportation provided during the wine tasting tour?

Yes, transportation is included in an air-conditioned vehicle such as a limo bus or SUV.

Are food options available during the tour?

Each guest receives a personal charcuterie box and bottled water during the tour.

Do I need to pay extra for wine tastings at each stop?

No, tasting card fees for 5-6 wines per winery are included in your ticket price.

Can I bring my service animal on this Temecula wine tasting day trip?

Service animals are allowed on this tour.

Are gratuities or third-party booking fees included?

No, gratuities and third-party booking fees are not included in the ticket price.

Will I get photos from my Temecula wine country tour?

Your guide will take photos during the day. You can download them after the tour ends.

Is this wine tasting tour suitable for pregnant travelers?

The tour is not recommended for pregnant travelers.